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The New York Mets’ struggles continued on Thursday as the team fell 4-3 to the Atlanta Braves. New York lost for the 13th time in the last 15 games. The brutal slump has left players and coaches alike searching for answers as the Mets desperately attempt to right the ship. New York led 3-2 heading […]

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal dominated in his last road start on August 2. Facing the Philadelphia Phillies, the All-Star lefty fanned 10 batters without issuing a walk en route to his 11th win of the season. With the performance, Skubal joined Clayton Kershaw as the only pitchers to record 10+ strikeouts without allowing a […]

Although he posted solid stats in his first two MLB seasons, Michael Harris II has become better known for his sensational defensive plays than his offensive production. But as the Atlanta Braves play out another injury-marred season, Harris appears to have figured something out at the plate. In Wednesday’s 11-6 win, the Braves center fielder […]

The Los Angeles Angels spoiled Shohei Ohtani’s homecoming by sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Freeway Series. The Angels have now won seven straight games against their crosstown rival for the first time in franchise history. While the Angels secured LA bragging rights, they’re still on the outside looking in at the playoff picture. […]

The Denver Broncos strengthened their defense with several high-profile free agency signings this offseason. Yet none were more potentially impactful than the addition of Dre Greenlaw. The veteran linebacker is expected to help transform a strong Broncos’ defense into an elite group in 2025. The only issue standing in the way is health. Greenlaw suffered […]

George Springer has played a key role in the Toronto Blue Jays’ success this season. Springer and the Blue Jays caught fire at the end of June and quickly overtook the New York Yankees for the division lead. Unfortunately, Toronto lost Springer to a concussion when a 96 mph sinker got away from Baltimore Orioles’ […]

The New York Mets bolstered their bullpen at the trade deadline. The team added three quality relievers for a playoff push. But New York did not address its starting rotation. And that decision could prove costly as the Mets fight for a postseason berth. On Wednesday, New York continued its disastrous slide, losing for the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers slept through their wakeup call. Freddie Freeman issued a reality check to the team after the surging San Diego Padres pulled into a tie for first place in the NL West. On Wednesday the Los Angeles Angels completed a sweep of the Freeway Series, dropping the Dodgers a game back in […]

The Miami Marlins snapped a four-game skid by unloading on the Cleveland Guardians Wednesday and Jakob Marsee was right in the middle of the action. Marsee made history as just the third player with a seven-RBI game in his first 13 MLB contests. And after the game, the rookie center fielder added to his growing […]

The Kansas City Royals are looking to rebound from a slow start to reach the playoffs for the second straight season. Kansas City added Mike Yastrzemski in a surprise deal with the San Francisco Giants at the trade deadline to help with the second-half push. The veteran outfielder had spent his entire career with San […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have been rolling. The team has taken advantage of the New York Mets’ recent slump by winning seven of the last nine games and building a lead in the division. But on Wednesday, the Phillies broke out the circus music and added a wild blooper to the reel. Philadelphia took on the […]

Less than two weeks ago the New York Mets were in the midst of a heated divisional battle with the Philadelphia Phillies. But the Mets hit a brutal skid, losing 11 of their last 13 games, and the team now trails Philadelphia by five games in the NL East. Searching for answers, New York hopes […]

A little over two weeks ago, the Los Angeles Dodgers held a commanding lead in the NL West. Now, Los Angeles finds itself in a tight divisional race. The Dodgers were counting on a strong start from Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the series opener against the Los Angeles Angels. Instead, Yamamoto hit a career low in […]

Spirits were high in Houston as the Astros kicked off a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox Monday. Alex Bregman returned to Houston for the first time since leaving in free agency over the offseason. Astros fans were expected to give Bregman a warm reception. And the All-Star third baseman did receive an ovation […]

The Milwaukee Brewers’ magical run hit another incredible high note on Monday. The team beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-1, improving to 74-44 on the season. Milwaukee has now won 25 of its last 29 games, building a commanding lead in the NL Central and compiling the best record in baseball. And the team joined an […]

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez opened the season on the IL with elbow inflammation. He was then diagnosed with a right lat strain that sidelined him for three months. When it appeared he would turn the corner and rejoin the rotation, Rodriguez suffered an injury setback involving his elbow. Ultimately, Rodriguez opted to have season-ending […]

The Houston Astros are attempting to hold off the red-hot Seattle Mariners in the AL West. Houston is fighting to reach the playoffs for the ninth straight year despite losing cornerstone players Kyle Tucker and Alex Bregman over the offseason. The Astros did reunite with former franchise standout Carlos Correa through a trade deadline deal […]

Blake Snell took the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Saturday’s matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays. In just his second start since returning from a four-month injury absence, Snell dominated. The two-time Cy Young winner allowed three hits and three walks while striking out 10 in five scoreless innings. However, Snell wasn’t overly […]

The San Diego Padres welcomed starting pitcher Michael King back from the 60-day IL on Saturday. King took the mound for the first time since May 18, facing a hot Boston Red Sox team that took the series opener 10-2. While King struggled in his return, the Padres figured out a way to win. San […]

The Sanders family got off to a strong start this preseason. Shedeur Sanders impressed in his pro debut with the Cleveland Browns. And his brother Shilo Sanders had a big hit in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ preseason opener. The Bucs signed Shilo as an undrafted free agent over the offseason. While he’s fighting for a […]

The New York Giants are looking to bounce back from last year’s 3-14 finish. The team revamped its quarterback room over the offseason and landed top defensive lineman Abdul Carter in the draft. And on Saturday fans got their first glimpse at the 2025 Giants as New York won its preseason opener against the Buffalo […]

It’s been yet another brutal season for Pittsburgh Pirates fans. Despite winning 12 of their last 17 games, the Pirates are well out of the playoff picture at 15 games below .500. Resigned to missing the postseason for the 10th straight year, Pittsburgh sold at the trade deadline. The team moved several players in an […]

The Milwaukee Brewers continued their incredible hot streak with a win in their series opener against the New York Mets. Milwaukee had just returned home from a very successful road trip. The Brewers became the first team in baseball history to score 50+ runs while not losing a game and not committing an error on […]

The Seattle Mariners have been on a tear since an aggressive trade deadline. The Mariners upgraded their roster and immediately began pushing the Houston Astros for the division lead. But on Friday, Seattle trailed the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0 in the eighth inning. With the team’s winning streak in danger, Cal Raleigh delivered. The AL […]

The New England Patriots are looking to turn things around after three straight losing seasons. The Patriots enter 2025 with a new coach and a strong rookie class. And one of those rookies got off to an incredible start in New England’s preseason opener. Running back TreVeyon Henderson scored on his first NFL touch, returning […]

Minnesota Twins fans don’t have much to look forward to for the remainder of the 2025 season. After falling out of the playoff picture the Twins held a fire sale at the trade deadline. Minnesota moved Carlos Correa, Willi Castro, Harrison Bader, Jhoan Duran and Griffin Jax, among others. But Luke Keaschall has been a […]

Tetairoa McMillan made his professional debut on Thursday and the Carolina Panthers’ rookie wideout didn’t disappoint. After turning heads in OTAs, McMillan looked dominant against the Cleveland Browns in his first NFL preseason game. McMillan fired up the fanbase with a terrific grab to open the Panthers’ second series Thursday. Third-year quarterback Bryce Young hit […]

The Cleveland Browns are working through a four-way quarterback competition to determine who will start the regular season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals. While most signs point to Joe Flacco winning the job, Shedeur Sanders will get the first crack at it. The Browns announced that Sanders will start the preseason opener against the Carolina […]

The Las Vegas Raiders were busy this offseason. The team hired Pete Carroll as its head coach and landed quarterback Geno Smith in a trade. On Thursday, the Raiders kicked off the preseason with Carroll and Smith returning to Seattle to face the Seahawks. Smith, of course, has the starting job locked up. So his […]

The Seattle Mariners’ capped a series sweep against the Chicago White Sox with a walk-off win in extra innings. And while new addition Eugenio Suarez scored the winning run, it was Dominic Canzone who came through with the big base hit. The Mariners right fielder delivered an exciting victory that pulled the team within a […]

The Los Angeles Angels selected Mike Trout in the first round of the 2009 draft and he’s spent every season of his 15-year career with the team. There’s long been speculation about a Trout trade but the Angels don’t appear in a hurry to move the franchise legend. Former center fielder Cameron Maybin thinks that […]

The Indianapolis Colts lost starting quarterback Anthony Richardson to a finger injury in Thursday’s preseason opener. The third-year passer was forced to leave the game after getting dropped by Baltimore Ravens linebacker David Ojabo on an unblocked sack. Richardson left the contest midway through the first quarter. Ojabo had a free run at Richardson on […]

The San Francisco 49ers are looking to put last season behind them. San Francisco disappointed in an injury-marred campaign, finishing 6-11 and missing out on the playoffs in 2024. Fortunately, former Offensive Player of the Year Christian McCaffrey is healthy and ready to go for the season opener this year. And quarterback Brock Purdy is […]

The Seattle Mariners went all-in at the trade deadline, making history by uniting Cal Raleigh and Eugenio Suarez. Seattle is gearing up for a pennant race as the team attempts to chase down the Houston Astros. And while the Suarez swap made headlines, the team’s other big addition will have a major impact on the […]

The San Diego Padres poured it on in extra innings Tuesday after trade deadline addition Mason Miller allowed a clutch home run to the Arizona Diamondbacks. San Diego picked Miller up with five runs in the 11th inning, winning the game 10-5. On Wednesday, a new Padres player delivered a clutch home run against the […]

The Milwaukee Brewers turned their season around with the best 60-game stretch in franchise history. The hot streak allowed Milwaukee to chase down the Chicago Cubs for the division lead. Now, after sweeping the Atlanta Braves, the Brewers are the first team in baseball to reach 70 wins. Milwaukee’s impressive play has inspired confidence in […]

The A’s are coming off a big offensive performance in their series opener against the Washington Nationals. The 16-7 win was fueled by a record-setting three-homer day from Shea Langeliers. On Wednesday, the Athletics’ starting pitcher stole the spotlight as Jeffrey Springs opened the game with five flawless frames Springs took a perfect game into […]

The Atlanta Braves haven’t been able to overcome a slow start in 2025, going just 5-12 since the All-Star break. Injuries have played a role in Atlanta’s struggles. The team lost reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale to a rib cage injury in late June. At 18 games under .500, the Braves may […]

The Chicago Cubs were surpassed in the division as the team was unable to keep pace with the Milwaukee Brewers’ incredible run over the last month. Chicago had lost three of the last four games entering the series finale with the Cincinnati Reds. Cubs reliever Andrew Kittredge took the loss in Tuesday’s game. But he […]