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The New York Yankees are in second place in the American League East at the MLB All-Star Break. After a hot start, they hit the brakes in June and July, falling behind the Toronto Blue Jays. As Aaron Judge continues his otherworldly prime, the Yankees should be all in at the MLB trade deadline. Pitcher […]

The MLB All-Star Week is here, so the baseball season is around halfway over. Some of the biggest-name superstars are still performing at an elite level, which has confirmed many of the rankings of the best MLB players article that ClutchPoints put out before the season. However, tons of players have broken out and burst […]

The New York Yankees’ roster is far from perfect, even if the team sent three players to the MLB All-Star Game. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has hinted that the front office is targeting a third baseman at the trade deadline. However, Clarke Schmidt’s season-ending injury has made the starting rotation thin, especially without Gerrit […]

Everybody loves the long ball. The most exciting play in baseball is the home run, and hitting the baseball over the fence just so happens to be arguably the most important skill set in modern MLB. The best power hitters currently in the league are squaring off in the 2025 Home Run Derby, a contest […]

New York Yankees franchise Outfielder Aaron Judge is heading to his seventh MLB All-Star Game and the former Home Run Derby Champion usually has a flair for heroics on this particular weekend of the season. With another accolade added to his already impressive resume, Judge will also bring his best style to the plate as […]

A new wave of young superstars are set to be showcased in the 2025 Home Run Derby. The surplus of young talent that has been making a name for themselves by blasting bombs over the fence has brought a revitalization of interest in the most popular event during the Midsummer Classic. Byron Buxton, Junior Caminero, […]

The first half of the 2025 MLB season is behind us, and the All-Star Game is here. Baseball’s biggest stars are in Atlanta to take part in the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game at Truist Park. With the first half over, fans are upset about All-Star snubs, and the MLB Power Rankings have a […]

The Chicago Cubs are holding onto first place in the NL Central in what should be an all-in year. They traded for Kyle Tucker, who will be a free agent at the end of the year, to win the World Series. The Cubs cannot let him walk without making a big splash at the MLB […]

The MLB trade deadline always brings speculation, but this summer, a bold proposal could send shockwaves through the National League. The Cincinnati Reds, a team teetering between buyer and seller status, are reportedly eyeing Atlanta Braves slugger Marcell Ozuna, a $65 million star whose bat could transform Cincinnati’s playoff hopes. With the Braves seeking roster […]

The Boston Red Sox have a chance to climb the ranks in the American League East this weekend. Their series against the Tampa Bay Rays is arguably the most important of their season. The team is focused on winning now, the Red Sox front office is thinking about the trade deadline. Boston needs a reliever, […]

The New York Mets enter their final series before the All-Star break on a mission. If they sweep the Kansas City Royals, they could finish atop the National League East. However, pressure is on Mets general manager David Stearns to make upgrades. He has young players like Luisangel Acuna to move, and their target list […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have built a reputation for bold, win-now moves under Dave Dombrowski, and with the club sitting atop the National League East at 54-39, the pressure to address their most glaring weakness, the bullpen, has never been higher. The memory of last year’s postseason collapse, when Phillies relievers surrendered 17 runs in just […]

The San Francisco Giants are in the thick of the National League playoff hunt, sitting at 51-43 and holding the third Wild Card spot in a tightly contested NL West. With their offense bolstered by the headline-grabbing acquisition of Rafael Devers, the Giants’ glaring weakness remains their starting rotation. Inconsistent performances from veterans like Justin […]

The Chicago Cubs are eyeing a bold move to inject power and veteran presence into their lineup, targeting Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez. With Suarez in a contract year and the Diamondbacks boasting top prospect Jordan Lawlar in Triple-A, the stars may be aligning for a midseason blockbuster that could reshape both clubs’ trajectories. […]

As the MLB trade deadline looms, few names generate as much intrigue as Boston’s Jarren Duran. After a breakout 2024 campaign that saw him post a 6.7 WAR, seventh-best in the majors, Duran established himself as one of baseball’s most dynamic outfielders. While some of that production was buoyed by favorable luck, Duran’s 2025 has […]

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Milwaukee Brewers find themselves in a familiar yet enviable position: playoff contention, but with a glaring need for more power in their lineup. The Brewers, sitting at 53-40 and holding the second wild card in the National League, have defied their modest home run total, just 88, ranking […]

The Cincinnati Reds are playing some good baseball right now, but there is still more to be desired. The Reds are 48-46 on the year, and they sit just 3.0 games back of a Wild Card spot in the National League. With the playoffs in reach, and the MLB trade deadline approaching, Cincinnati has to […]

The fantasy baseball regular season is rounding its final turn, making the waiver wire more important than ever. Meanwhile, the MLB All-Star Break is approaching, and the trade deadline is not far behind. With changes coming to World Series contenders, don’t be afraid to make changes to your team. Here are the top five fantasy […]

The Detroit Tigers are in the driver’s seat in the American League Central. Their dominant first half of the season should see them become the league’s first 60-win team. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch shouted out the team’s unsung hero, but Detroit’s dominance has been a team effort. However, a player like Pittsburgh Pirates closer David […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been ravaged by injuries this year, particularly when it comes to their pitching staff and bullpen. That hasn’t stopped the defending champions from racking up 56 wins, the second most in all of baseball. The team’s depth and superstar talent are jaw-dropping, and everybody knows they will make a blockbuster […]

The drama surrounding the New York Yankees never stops. After moving Jazz Chisholm Jr. over to third base, the Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment in a shocking move. Oswald Peraza and Jorbit Vivas will both spend time at third base moving forward, but New York is looking for an upgrade. One perfect fit is […]

The Houston Astros have spent much of 2025 defying expectations. Despite losing Alex Bregman to free agency, trading Kyle Tucker to the Cubs, and enduring a lengthy absence from Yordan Alvarez, the Astros have surged to a 55-38 record and first place in the AL West. Their success has come despite a rotation headlined by […]

The Detroit Tigers have emerged as one of the American League’s most surprising contenders in 2025, powered by a deep lineup and a pitching staff that’s exceeded expectations. Yet, as the postseason race intensifies, one glaring weakness remains: third base. Despite a strong start to the year, Detroit’s hot corner has been a revolving door, […]

The New York Mets have made it clear: center field is a glaring need if they hope to keep pace in the National League East. After losing Jose Siri to a season-ending injury and enduring inconsistent production from Tyrone Taylor, the Mets have been scouring the market for a dynamic outfielder who can anchor the […]

With the 2025 MLB trade deadline looming, the Seattle Mariners find themselves as buyers looking to make a playoff push. Their rotation, while solid, lacks the kind of ace who can anchor a playoff push. Enter Zac Gallen, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ right-hander whose name is swirling in trade rumors as the D-backs weigh their future […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Detroit Tigers find themselves in a position they haven’t enjoyed in over a decade: poised as legitimate contenders, hungry to build on last year’s playoff return, and ready to make a run at the American League pennant. With the AL Central still up for grabs, but just […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are three wins away from entering the All-Star break atop the National League East. Kyle Schwarber and the Phillies trounced the San Francisco Giants in their series finale to climb to 54-39 on the season. However, their record covers up some holes that need to be addressed via trade, like their outfield. […]

The Detroit Tigers sit steady atop the American League East. At 59-34 before Wednesday’s game against the the Tampa Bay Rays, they are likely to be the first Major League Baseball team to 60 wins this season. However, the Tigers’ success and unsung heroes does not mean the roster does not have holes. Detroit is […]

The Houston Astros have five games left before the All-Star break. After Joe Espada led his team to a historic series sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers, his team looks as formidable as ever. Despite injuries to Yordan Alvarez and Jacob Melton keeping the team from full strength, Houston has yet to slow down. The […]

The Seattle Mariners are back in a familiar position in the American League playoff picture. They are behind the Houston Astros, fighting for an AL Wild Card spot, and struggling offensively. Seattle has one of the elite pitching staffs in the league but has not had an elite offense in a generation. With the MLB […]

Don’t look away now, the Cincinnati Reds are a potential playoff team in 2025. At 46-45 overall, the Reds are 3.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. The MLB Trade Deadline is approaching, and the Reds could be buyers this season while also trading away players of value for prospects. The All-Star Game is […]

The Texas Rangers have been a disaster since winning the 2023 World Series. They missed the postseason with just 78 wins, and are below .500 after the Fourth of July this year. Despite their high payroll and the uncertain American League Wild Card picture, the Rangers should trade starting pitcher Tyler Mahle before the July […]

The Minnesota Twins have some things to clean up this season. The American League is very tough to compete in, and Twins sit 5.0 games back from a Wild Card spot. They are four games under .500, and the season is not looking too good. With that in mind, Minnesota is shaping up to be […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the St. Louis Cardinals have found themselves in a position few expected just months ago, buyers with legitimate playoff aspirations. After a turbulent offseason and a slow start, the Cardinals have surged back into the National League Wild Card race, fueled by a blend of veteran leadership and […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Washington Nationals once again find themselves in a familiar role: sellers looking to extract value from their veteran assets. Despite flashes of promise from young stars and a brief surge in early summer, the Nationals are well out of the playoff race and have signaled a clear […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Oakland Athletics are once again positioned as clear sellers. The optimism from an aggressive offseason and a promising start has faded, replaced by the harsh reality of a roster that simply isn’t ready to compete. With a record among the worst in baseball and playoff odds in […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Cleveland Guardians find themselves in a position that few could have predicted just months ago. After a promising 2024 campaign that saw them fall just short of a World Series appearance, the Guardians have endured a disastrous summer. With a 10-game losing streak and a lineup that […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers currently lead the National League with 56 wins and they’re once again the favorites to emerge with the pennant and a run at back-to-back World Series titles. Generational talent Shohei Ohtani is at the forefront of their success and with his return to the mound, the sky could be the limit […]

As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Miami Marlins find themselves in a familiar position—firmly entrenched as sellers. Despite a brief surge in early July, Miami’s season has been defined by inconsistency, injuries, and a lack of depth, leaving them well out of the National League playoff race. The front office, led by Peter […]