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On Thursday afternoon, Seattle Mariners fans held their breath when slugging first baseman Josh Naylor was pulled from the series finale against the Chicago White Sox due to a sore shoulder — a troubling development considering his injury history and recent hot streak. Mariners manager Dan Wilson confirmed after the game that Naylor exited because […]

The Detroit Tigers might be sitting pretty atop the AL Central, but don’t let the standings fool you — there’s a glaring issue that could blow up their October dreams if left unaddressed: the bullpen. While President of Baseball Ops Scott Harris took a quantity-over-quality approach at the trade deadline, the club is still staring […]

Two familiar faces returned to Gillette Stadium this week — only this time, they were wearing burgundy and gold. Former Patriots Deatrich Wise Jr. and Jonathan Jones made their return to New England, not as fan favorites, but as members of the Washington Commanders for a joint practice and upcoming preseason showdown. “Exciting, different, a […]

Veteran lefty Jose Quintana continued his solid season on Wednesday night, delivering a quality start as the Milwaukee Brewers edged out the Atlanta Braves, 5-4, at Truist Park. Quintana allowed three earned runs on seven hits across six innings, striking out seven without issuing a walk — a season-best in punchouts and a sharp display […]

On Wednesday afternoon, Ranger Suárez’s post-All-Star break struggles continued, and now former Phillies pitcher Ricky Bottalico is sounding the alarm. Following the Phillies’ 5-1 loss to the Orioles, Bottalico said on NBC Sports Philadelphia that Suárez “looks gassed” and suggested the left-hander may be hitting a wall in the dog days of summer. “He just […]

In a high-pressure moment that could define his early tenure in San Diego, flamethrower Mason Miller slammed the door on the Diamondbacks Wednesday night with an electrifying ninth inning, notching his first save as a Padre in a 3-2 win at Chase Field. Just 24 hours after surrendering a game-tying homer on a 103.9 mph […]

Dustin May’s first start as a member of the Boston Red Sox didn’t go quite as hoped. Making his debut six days after being acquired from the Dodgers, May labored through 3 ⅔ innings Wednesday night at Fenway Park, allowing three earned runs on six hits with one walk and two hit batters in Boston’s […]

The Boston Red Sox are wasting no time building around their young core — and Roman Anthony is now firmly at the center of it all. On Wednesday, the Red Sox officially announced an eight-year, $130 million contract extension with Anthony, their star rookie outfielder and MLB’s top overall prospect. The deal, which begins in […]

Robert Suarez isn’t just closing games — he’s helping define the Padres’ postseason mindset. In a thrilling 10-5 extra-innings win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, Suarez showcased exactly why San Diego had no interest in moving him at the trade deadline. The veteran closer worked 1 2/3 scoreless innings, stranding inherited runners in the ninth […]

The Cincinnati Reds left Wrigley Field on a sour note Wednesday afternoon, falling 6-1 to the Chicago Cubs in a frustrating series finale. And for manager Terry Francona, the loss brought more than just scoreboard disappointment — it brought tension to the postgame podium. After his team managed just four hits and struck out 12 […]

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard will be sidelined for the foreseeable future after suffering a fractured finger on his throwing hand during training camp, head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Wednesday. Howard, a sixth-round pick out of Ohio State, fractured his pinky during a quarterback-center exchange at Saint Vincent College on Tuesday. The injury is […]

On Wednesday afternoon at Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani reminded everyone why he’s still the face of baseball — and the frontrunner for National League MVP. During his start against the St. Louis Cardinals, Ohtani lit up the radar gun, firing a 100 mph fastball to end the first inning, a moment that sent the crowd […]

History will be made at Truist Park. Jen Pawol, a trailblazing umpire who’s spent nearly a decade working her way up through the Minor Leagues, is set to become the first woman to officiate a regular-season Major League Baseball game. MLB announced Wednesday that Pawol will work both ends of Saturday’s doubleheader between the Braves […]

The Philadelphia Phillies could soon welcome back one of their most consistent bats, as third baseman Alec Bohm continues making strides in his recovery from a fractured left rib. Bohm, who has been sidelined since July 19 after taking a pitch to the ribs from Yu Darvish, was seen running the bases ahead of the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers got a much-needed boost Monday night as veteran slugger Max Muncy returned to the lineup after a month-long stint on the injured list. His comeback comes at a critical time, with versatile infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman expected to be sidelined once again due to a recurring ankle injury. “He’s back!” the Dodgers […]

The New York Yankees are turning to a veteran arm for rotational depth, signing right-hander Kenta Maeda to a minor league contract, the club announced Monday. The 37-year-old has been assigned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Maeda, a former AL Cy Young runner-up with the Minnesota Twins in 2020, has had a rocky two-year stint since signing […]

After an anxious weekend filled with uncertainty, the Colorado Rockies finally received some good news regarding rookie closer Seth Halvorsen. Interim manager Warren Schaeffer confirmed Monday that Halvorsen has a mild flexor strain in his right elbow and will not require surgery — a significant sigh of relief for a team that feared the worst. […]

The Baltimore Orioles’ already dismal 2025 season has taken another hit. Right-handed starter Grayson Rodriguez will undergo season-ending elbow debridement surgery, interim manager Tony Mansolino confirmed Monday. The procedure, expected to take place early next week, is intended to relieve impingement issues and is not related to the ulnar collateral ligament, meaning it is not […]

San Diego Padres GM AJ Preller is no stranger to chaos, but even by his standards, the 2025 trade deadline was next level. Over a six-hour span, Preller executed five trades involving 22 players—acquiring eight and sending out 14, including 11 prospects. Depending on who you ask, the flurry of moves was either “lunacy” or […]

The New York Giants may be forced to add a running back to their roster sooner rather than later. With rookie Cam Skattebo nursing a hamstring injury and fellow rookie Rushawn Baker sidelined by a knee issue, the team is down to just three healthy backs: Tyrone Tracy Jr., Devin Singletary, and Dante Miller. Skattebo, […]

As the San Francisco 49ers gear up for a pivotal week that includes joint practices with the Denver Broncos and their preseason opener, the team brought in six players for workouts—three offensive tackles and three cornerbacks—on Sunday. It’s a clear sign the Niners are looking to reinforce depth in the trenches and the secondary ahead […]

The Miami Marlins just did something Major League Baseball hadn’t seen in over a decade—and they did it by taking down one of the sport’s biggest franchises. With a 7–3 win over the New York Yankees on Sunday, the Marlins completed their first-ever sweep of the Bronx Bombers in a series of three or more […]

Just minutes before boarding the team bus in Milwaukee, left-hander Nestor Cortes was preparing for another road trip with the Brewers. Then came the curveball—he had been traded to the San Diego Padres. “It’s been a little crazy,” Cortes said Sunday morning. “I was in Milwaukee and flew in last night. But as soon as […]

The Miami Marlins didn’t just sweep the Yankees — they made sure everyone knew about it. After a historic weekend at loanDepot Park, the Marlins put the final exclamation point on their first-ever sweep of the New York Yankees in a series of three or more games with a cheeky post on X: “START SPREADING […]

Kyle Schwarber isn’t just mashing baseballs — he’s making history. The Phillies slugger blasted his 38th home run of the season Sunday night, sealing a 2-0 win over the Tigers on Sunday Night Baseball and cementing his status as one of the most consistent power hitters of this era. With that swing, Schwarber became the […]

It was the spark that turned the 2025 MLB trade deadline on its head: Carlos Correa, once the face of the Minnesota Twins, is back in Houston. But how exactly did the Astros convince the Twins to unload their franchise shortstop — and light the match on the most ruthless fire sale in modern baseball […]

At the 2025 MLB trade deadline, the San Francisco Giants made a move that was both painful and practical, sending longtime outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for 21-year-old right-handed pitcher Yunior Marte. While Giants fans may be sad to see the longest-tenured player leave, the front office deserves credit for […]

The Tampa Bay Rays have never been afraid to get creative at the trade deadline, and this year was no exception. With their rotation battered and playoff hopes still alive, the Rays made a shrewd move, acquiring right-hander Adrian Houser from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for infielder Curtis Mead and minor league pitchers […]

The Detroit Tigers made a move at the 2025 trade deadline that feels more like a gamble than a playoff push. In acquiring 41-year-old right-hander Charlie Morton from the Baltimore Orioles, Detroit added postseason experience—but did they actually improve? Detroit is tied for the best record in the American League, and it’s clear they needed […]

Los Angeles Chargers fans received a brief scare on Tuesday as two key offensive players—wide receiver Ladd McConkey and right guard Mekhi Becton—were both held out of practice. But according to offensive coordinator Greg Roman, there’s no need to panic just yet. Both McConkey and Becton are dealing with what Roman described as “extremely minor” […]

Country music star Morgan Wallen knew exactly how to fire up the Bay Area crowd Friday night — and he didn’t do it alone. Wallen, performing the first of two sold-out shows in Santa Clara as part of his “I’m the Problem” tour, made a grand entrance at Levi’s Stadium flanked by two San Francisco […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks can’t seem to catch a break — and on Friday night, José Herrera quite literally took one to the shoulder. In the second inning of Arizona’s 5-1 loss to the Oaklamento Athletics at Sutter Health Park, A’s catcher Shea Langeliers shattered his bat on a swing, sending a large piece flying directly […]

When all was said and done on Thursday’s trade deadline, Carlos Correa was back in Houston — and for the first time in his big-league career, he’s switching positions. In a blockbuster deadline deal that stunned much of the baseball world, the Astros reacquired Correa from the Minnesota Twins. But this time, he’s not returning […]

Thursday night in Cincinnati wasn’t just baseball — it was a full-on fever dream. In a game that had no business becoming historic, the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds exploded for a combined 16 runs in the eighth inning, marking the first time since 1901 that both teams scored 8+ runs in the same inning […]

The Cincinnati Reds have already made serious waves at this year’s trade deadline. From grabbing steady starter Zack Littell to pulling off an intra-division stunner for elite defender Ke’Bryan Hayes, the front office has been aggressive. But if President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall wants to go all-in and make this Reds team a true […]

With the trade deadline looming, the New York Mets and San Francisco Giants executed one of the most intriguing swaps yet — and it may end up being a rare win-win. The Mets acquired veteran right-handed reliever Tyler Rogers, a submarining workhorse, in exchange for three pieces: right-handers José Buttó and Blade Tidwell and outfield […]

The Seattle Mariners are swinging big — again. And this time, it’s not just about getting to October. It’s about going all the way. After reuniting with slugger Eugenio Suárez in a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Mariners have made it crystal clear: they believe they can win the World Series in 2025. Per […]

The San Francisco Giants hit rock bottom Wednesday afternoon, and it wasn’t just another loss — it was a historically bad one. After getting swept by the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates, the Giants wrapped up a winless six-game homestand for the first time since 1896. That’s not a typo. According to Elias Sports Bureau, this is […]

As the trade deadline draws near, the Milwaukee Brewers continue to explore additions that could boost their postseason push — and the latest name on their radar is Orioles first baseman Ryan O’Hearn, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. O’Hearn, a first-time All-Star in 2025, is one of the top lefty bats available on the […]