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Paul Skenes is no stranger to high expectations. As the reigning NL rookie of the year, opening day starter, and arguably the most electric young pitcher in baseball, Skenes isn’t just focused on strikeouts and Cy Young awards; he wants to change the narrative in Pittsburgh. “I think we owe something to the city,” Skenes […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers avoided a major loss this offseason by re-signing wide receiver Chris Godwin, and now the focus shifts to his health heading into the 2025 season. Godwin, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury last year, is making promising progress in his recovery, according to general manager Jason Licht. Licht shared an optimistic […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have locked in one of their most important pieces for the future, agreeing to a five-year, $58 million contract extension with catcher Alejandro Kirk. The deal includes a $6 million signing bonus and contains no club options or deferred money, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. It will keep Kirk in […]

As the Arizona Diamondbacks near the conclusion of spring training, the biggest question hanging over the team isn’t about final roster cuts or bullpen depth — it’s about Corbin Burnes, and when exactly the club’s $210 million ace will make his debut. What seemed like a straightforward plan — Burnes pitching the second game of […]

The Texas Rangers continued to shape their Opening Day roster this weekend, announcing the release of veteran shortstop Nick Ahmed. The decision comes as the team finalizes roster cuts ahead of the regular season and follows a wave of moves involving nonroster invitees who were informed they would not break camp with the big-league club. […]

On Saturday, Max Scherzer turned in another strong spring outing, but the veteran right-hander’s dominant four innings against the Minnesota Twins came with a familiar concern: the nagging thumb injury that has plagued him throughout camp. Scherzer, now entering his 20th Major League season, threw 62 pitches — 47 for strikes — in a crisp […]

The Seattle Mariners cruised to a 14-1 win over the White Sox on Saturday, but the celebration was tempered by a concerning moment involving outfielder Victor Robles. In the top of the fifth inning, Robles was hit on the right hand by an 87.2 mph slider from reliever Gus Varland and was forced to leave […]

With Opening Day fast approaching, the Houston Astros took significant steps toward finalizing their 26-man roster by making a flurry of roster moves on Saturday, including releasing veteran outfielder Ben Gamel and left-handed reliever Jalen Beeks. Gamel, 32, signed a one-year, $1.2 million deal with the Astros in February after a solid but injury-shortened stint […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have made a pivotal roster decision ahead of Opening Day, opting to include infielder José Fermín as part of their 26-man squad. Fermín will assume a utility bench role, providing contact-hitting and defensive versatility across the infield. “José Fermín has made the #STLCards Opening Day roster, per sources. He’ll serve as […]

The Texas Rangers have decided to part ways with longtime veteran reliever Jesse Chavez, releasing him from his minor league contract just days before Opening Day. Chavez, who had been in spring camp with the Rangers, struggled considerably throughout spring training, leading to the team’s decision to move on. At 41 years old, Chavez was […]

The Baltimore Orioles have added veteran depth to their rotation by reuniting with 2021 All-Star pitcher Kyle Gibson on a one-year deal worth $5.25 million, with up to $1.525 million more available through incentives. This signing arrives just days before the Orioles open the season, addressing a pressing need following injuries and departures that have […]

The Yankees have officially confirmed Cody Bellinger as their No. 3 hitter, strategically placing him directly behind star slugger Aaron Judge to strengthen the middle of their batting order. After a spectacular spring training, in which Bellinger hit an impressive .465/.511/.791 across 16 exhibition games, the Bronx Bombers are optimistic he will translate this momentum […]

The Chicago Cubs have officially parted ways with veteran infielder Nicky Lopez, granting him his release following a request triggered by an opt-out clause in his minor league contract. Lopez, 30, initially signed with the Cubs as a non-roster invitee in early February, aiming to secure a spot as a versatile defensive piece in the […]

The Colorado Rockies were dealt a major blow with news that second baseman Thairo Estrada will miss four to eight weeks due to a broken right wrist. Estrada sustained the injury after being hit by a pitch from Texas Rangers’ Kumar Rocker, disrupting Colorado’s plans just one week before Opening Day. Estrada, signed to a […]

The Texas Rangers are betting big on a bounce-back year offensively, and the centerpiece of that revival could be their newest designated hitter, Joc Pederson. After a dismal showing at DH in 2024, the Rangers are counting on Pederson to help bring some much-needed pop back to the lineup — and manager Bruce Bochy isn’t […]

Former Michigan Wolverines co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss has been indicted on 24 federal charges stemming from an extensive hacking scheme that targeted thousands of college students and athletes across the country. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan announced the charges Thursday, which include 14 counts of unauthorized computer access and 10 […]

The San Diego Padres’ starting rotation continues to be tested before the 2025 season even begins, as veteran right-hander Yu Darvish is now questionable for Opening Day due to elbow inflammation. Manager Mike Shildt provided the update following Darvish’s recent pause in his throwing program. While the team had previously cited “general fatigue,” Shildt clarified […]

As the Baltimore Orioles gear up for the 2025 season, catcher Adley Rutschman is embracing a clear mindset: tune out the noise and focus on winning. With expectations rising for a team that’s led the American League in wins over the past two seasons, Rutschman isn’t letting outside pressure define the group’s identity. “Our team’s […]

The New York Yankees made a roster move following their 4–0 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night, optioning infielder Jorbit Vivas to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The decision appears to be more about roster constraints than performance, as Vivas put together an impressive showing in spring training. Over 10 games, the 24-year-old infielder hit .435 […]

The Boston Red Sox added some intrigue to their Spring Training plans when top prospect Marcelo Mayer—long considered the team’s shortstop of the future—started at second base during Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. With Trevor Story healthy and locked into the shortstop position, the Red Sox are exploring ways to fast-track Mayer’s arrival to […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have filed a lawsuit against sports analytics companies Zelus Analytics and its parent company, Teamworks Innovations, accusing them of violating an exclusivity agreement regarding proprietary baseball analytics. The dispute centers around the Titan Intelligence Platform, a data-driven tool that provides teams with crucial insights into player evaluation, trade analysis, roster construction, and […]

In Major League Baseball, patience is often preached in the early months of the season. General managers remind fans and media alike that it’s “too early” to make conclusions or major changes. But Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns operates differently. His track record shows he is not one to sit back and wait. […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have officially locked in their dynamic receiving duo for the foreseeable future, securing both Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins with massive contract extensions. On Sunday, both wide receivers took to social media to confirm the news in identical fashion, posting a single handshake emoji on X, formerly Twitter, a symbol that quickly […]

The New York Yankees are dealing with yet another setback in their starting rotation, as right-hander Clarke Schmidt was scratched from his scheduled Grapefruit League start on Monday due to shoulder soreness. Manager Aaron Boone revealed that Schmidt’s shoulder “is not bouncing back as well as he wanted to” and that the team is opting […]

If the Chicago Cubs are going to contend for their first full-season division title since 2017, it won’t just be about big-name additions like Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly. It will also require significant improvements from returning players, including rookie infielder Matt Shaw, catcher Miguel Amaya, and, perhaps most importantly, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Crow-Armstrong […]

Hayden Senger’s journey through the New York Mets’ system has been anything but conventional. Drafted in the 24th round in 2018—a round that no longer exists—he has spent seven years climbing the ranks of the organization. While his pursuit of a Major League career has been relentless, it has come with financial sacrifices, leading him […]

The Arizona Wildcats fell short in their bid for a Big 12 Tournament championship, losing 72-64 to Houston on Saturday night. While the loss stings, head coach Tommy Lloyd knows his team must quickly shift its focus to the NCAA Tournament. “Obviously, they’ve had a great season and they’ve had a couple of great seasons,” […]

The San Diego Padres will be without right-hander Matt Waldron to start the season after he suffered a left oblique strain while warming up in the bullpen on Friday night. Manager Mike Shildt confirmed the injury, acknowledging that Waldron’s recovery timeline is uncertain but that he will miss Opening Day. “Checked in on Matt, he […]

The Minnesota Vikings have bolstered their backfield, acquiring running back Jordan Mason from the San Francisco 49ers. The trade, first reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and ESPN’s Adam Schefter, involves a late-round pick swap in the 2025 NFL Draft—San Francisco moves up from No. 187 to No. 160—and a 2026 sixth-round pick heading to […]

On Saturday, Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert was named the team’s Opening Day starter for the 2025 season, marking a significant milestone in his career. Manager Dan Wilson announced that Gilbert would take the mound against the Oakland Athletics on March 27 at T-Mobile Park. The decision came as a slight surprise, as three-time All-Star […]

In a surprising move, the Detroit Tigers are experimenting with Spencer Torkelson in right field as they deal with multiple injuries in their outfield. Torkelson, primarily a first baseman, will start in right field for the Tigers’ Grapefruit League game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday, marking his first game action in the outfield since […]

Detroit Tigers right-hander Kenta Maeda was expected to take the mound Saturday against the Philadelphia Phillies in a Grapefruit League matchup. However, the veteran pitcher was scratched from his scheduled appearance due to an illness, according to Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch confirmed that Maeda was dealing with a stomach […]

Cincinnati Reds phenom Elly De La Cruz continues to amaze fans, opponents, and even some of the most experienced baseball minds. The latest to heap praise on the 23-year-old superstar? None other than Reds legend and Hall of Famer Barry Larkin. Larkin, who spent his entire 19-year MLB career with the Reds and was inducted […]

When Cardinals coach Ryan Ludwick first saw Quinn Mathews on the mound in 2024, one name immediately came to mind: Clayton Kershaw. Ludwick, a former MLB outfielder turned coach, didn’t take the comparison lightly. The legendary Dodgers left-hander is a two-time World Series champion, a 10-time All-Star, and a three-time National League Cy Young Award […]

The San Diego Padres’ search for their fifth starter took an unexpected turn Friday night when right-hander Matt Waldron suffered a mild left oblique strain while warming up in the bullpen. The injury, first reported by AJ Cassavell on X, formerly Twitter, has cast doubt on Waldron’s availability for the start of the regular season. […]

Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd made it clear after his team’s hard-fought victory over Texas Tech that the Wildcats aren’t satisfied just yet. Following their 86-80 win in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals, Lloyd sent a message that should have Arizona fans fired up for the championship game against top-seeded Houston. “You beat Kansas in […]

The Texas Rangers’ pitching staff took a major hit on Friday, as starter Jon Gray sustained a right wrist fracture during a Cactus League matchup against the Colorado Rockies. The injury occurred when Gray was struck by a 106.4 mph line drive off the bat of Michael Toglia, and manager Bruce Bochy did not mince […]

Former All-star reliever for the San Francisco Giants, Camilo Doval, is embracing the challenge of bouncing back after a frustrating 2024 season. Once entrenched as the team’s closer, Doval lost his ninth-inning role after control issues derailed his effectiveness, leading to a demotion to Triple-A Sacramento. Now, he’s focused on regaining his dominance, and he […]

San Francisco Giants reliever Camilo Doval is looking to bounce back in 2025, and he knows exactly who has his back—Buster Posey. The franchise legend, now a key figure in the Giants’ front office, expressed confidence in Doval’s ability to return to form after a rocky 2024 season. Posey’s support means a lot to Doval, […]