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Barry Bonds is one of the most controversial figures in baseball history. Although marred by his use of steroids, Bonds remains a beloved figure in San Francisco, where many of his greatest moments took place. Recently, Bonds weighed in on the state of baseball analytics. During an appearance on the Up in Smoke podcast, he […]

Currently in second place in the AL East, the New York Yankees are looking to make up ground. With the MLB trade deadline coming up in about a week’s time, the market has moved along slowly. Can Yankees general manager Brian Cashman take advantage of the inactivity and strike a deal for Arizona Diamondbacks third […]

While the Detroit Tigers have been linked to Eugenio Suarez of the Arizona Diamondbacks, there are a ton of other teams in MLB that are gunning for the coveted slugger. With the rumors continuing to swirl around the Tigers, the latest report gives insight into where the team will focus if they don’t land Suarez. […]

The Chicago Cubs have positioned themselves for a big MLB trade deadline push. The Cubs set their sights firmly on Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase. Chicago is “one of the teams most actively monitoring” Clase. That pursuit has quietly simmered since last offseason, according to Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Emmanuel Clase is no ordinary reliever. […]

Two-time Gold Glove winner Nick Ahmed announced his retirement Thursday. Ahmed, who is primarily known for his 10 seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, made the announcement on Sports Spectrum’s Get in the Game podcast. Two-time Gold Glove MLB shortstop Nick Ahmed @NickAhmed13 just announced his retirement from baseball on our"Get in the Game" podcast with […]

The 2015 National League Division Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets had a little bit of everything, including one controversial moment that cemented an already fierce rivalry. Former Dodgers second baseman Chase Utley recently spoke about his slide involving Ruben Tejada on Pardon My Take. “I’ve always gone in hard, and […]

As rumors surround the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the trade deadline, the latest idea from ESPN theorizes an interesting trade to say the least when it comes to Cleveland Guardians star Steven Kwan. While the Dodgers look into who’s a fit with the trade deadline incoming, Kwan could be the piece that catapults the […]

In the heat of the 2025 trade deadline, the New York Yankees are poised to make a major statement. With October ambitions running high and the bullpen at the heart of contention conversations, the Bombers are focused on one name: Minnesota Twins flamethrower Jhoan Duran. As rumors build and contenders circle, it’s the Yankees who […]

Things might still be painful for the Chicago White Sox, as 2025 has been almost as rough as 2024. GM Chris Getz is in the second year of the team’s rebuild, while Will Venable is in the midst of his first season as manager. One of the key parts of making this rebuild work is […]

The San Diego Padres are 55-47 and in second place in the NL West, which means they’re in the position to be buyers before the trade deadline. There are a few players who they could have their eyes on, and in ESPN’s latest trade exercise, they weren’t able to land a player who would be […]

The Baltimore Orioles, in the midst of heavy MLB trade deadline chatter, made a surprising roster move. The Orioles placed closer Felix Bautista on the 15-day injured list with right-shoulder discomfort. In a corresponding decision, the team recalled right-handed reliever Kade Strowd from Triple-A Norfolk to help reinforce the bullpen for the stretch run. Bautista, […]

The MLB trade deadline is approaching, and one of the more intriguing trade targets across the league is Jarren Duran of the Boston Red Sox. Despite the Sox being in the thick of the American League Wild Card race and openly saying they want to be buyers at the deadline, Duran has continued to see […]

It’s been a (mostly) positive season thus far for the New York Mets, who currently sit 15 games above the .500 mark at 59-44 after a recent home sweep of the Los Angeles Angels. The Mets got off to a blazing start to the year, stumbled mightily earlier this summer, but now seemed to have […]

As the baseball world theorizes possible deals for the Chicago Cubs before the trade deadline, there is a specific area that the team is looking to emphasize come the July 31 cutoff date. While the rumors around the Cubs will continue, the latest report gives more insight into the team’s game plan. In the latest […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks were just swept by the Houston Astros. They are 5.5 games out of the postseason, and are expected to sell at the trade deadline. But the management team may not want to sell, something rival executives think could happen. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported that rivals think the Diamondbacks may not sell […]

Those hoping for the MLB trade deadline to provide excitement well before next week’s official cutoff might be disappointed to hear what Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell said recently. Despite weeks of chatter surrounding the Cubs and a slew of other clubs, Counsell does not think there will be many early moves. “Honestly, it feels […]

The Tampa Bay Rays reportedly optioned starting pitcher Taj Bradley, according to reporter Ryan Bass. The move comes after Bradley surrendered four runs over just 1.2 innings pitched in an 11-9 loss to the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday. Overall, it’s been a difficult season for Bradley — who was once considered a top prospect. […]

The baseball world is buzzing as the Chicago Cubs, locked in a dogfight for the postseason, are at the center of trade conversations involving right-hander Dylan Cease. For Cubs fans, the mere mention of Cease’s name conjures déjà vu, a pitcher initially lost in the notorious 2017 deal that sent him south to the White […]

With rumors surrounding the Atlanta Braves ahead of the trade deadline, the latest reports provide more insight into the type of deals the team is not interested in making. While some within the baseball world predicted a boring trade deadline for the Braves, it could ultimately be the case. In the latest report from Ken […]

With Isaac Paredes injured, the Houston Astros could look to acquire infield help. According to Jorge Castillo of ESPN, Houston is interested in Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon. McMahon has been mentioned as a possible trade candidate in recent years given his respectable performance and Colorado’s struggles. A 2024 All-Star, McMahon is currently slashing […]

The Kansas City Royals were able to defeat the Chicago Cubs in their latest game, and though it may not mean much to some, others could feel differently. Seth Lugo is one of those people, and as the trade deadline approaches, the Cubs have been interested in him. Most players seem to know when they’re […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers wrapped up their series against the Twins with a win. It was their first victory since the MLB All-Star break. Shohei Ohtani has made slugging a nightly spectacle in L.A. Now, he stands on the brink of something even greater. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts didn’t hold back his praise and optimism, […]

The New York Yankees lost another series to the Toronto Blue Jays, bringing their AL East record to 10-18. While they are still in an AL Wild Card spot, sloppy defense has become a calling card of this team. Fans are incensed, but Aaron Boone said the Yankees have been a good defensive team at […]

The Toronto Blue Jays took another series from the New York Yankees to maintain the AL East lead. They took advantage of the Bombers’ poor defense to take two games, extending their lead to four games. Now, the Blue Jays shift their focus to the MLB trade deadline as they look to add bullpen pieces. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are seeking relievers ahead of next week’s MLB trade deadline, and they might have to part with one of their more available starting pitchers in order to acquire help. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal recently reported that the Dodgers could consider trading starter Dustin May. It is not the first time that […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in baseball at 61-41. After a slow start, they have rocketed up the standings and are set for another postseason appearance. But they have not won a postseason series since 2018, losing five series in a row. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal made a plea for the Brewers to […]

The New York Yankees lost to the Toronto Blue Jays 8-4 on Wednesday night. They lost their second series to Toronto this month, they are 10-18 against division opponents, and their defense cost them again. Ben, JC Escarra, and Cody Bellinger made bone-headed defensive plays that cost them the game. The Blue Jays posted Anthony […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have clawed their way to the top of the MLB standings with a red-hot 11-game winning streak. It was a feat they hadn’t accomplished since 1982, the year of their lone World Series run. The Mariners snapped the streak, but the Brewers quickly responded. They bounced back in dominant fashion with a […]

The Oakland Athletics left-hander JP Sears once again proved his worth on the mound Wednesday, turning in a steady performance against the Texas Rangers amid increasing trade rumors. With the July 31, 2025, Trade Deadline nearing, Sears remains a hot name among teams in need of reliable starting pitching. In a 2-1 loss to the […]

The Washington Nationals have won three of their last four games, but they are still woefully out of the playoff race. They should be sellers at the trade deadline, even with interim GM Mike DeBartolo in place. One of the best hitters on the team in recent weeks has turned himself into a prime trade […]

The New York Yankees left Rogers Centre on Wednesday night with more questions than answers. Aaron Boone’s postgame comments quickly made the rounds on social media following one of the team’s sloppiest performances. Four defensive errors cost New York an 8-4 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, along with the series and valuable ground in […]

The New York Yankees had another rough day in the field on Wednesday as the team committed four errors in its 8-4 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees had seven errors in the three-game series against their AL East rivals. New York has gone 1-6 with 11 errors in seven games in Toronto […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers finally eked out their first series win since the 2025 MLB All-Star break after winning two of three games against the Minnesota Twins. That series ended on Wednesday with LA superstar Shohei Ohtani scoring the game-winning run in the ninth inning after getting intentionally walked. It was not just any other […]

The Boston Red Sox managed to escape with a wild 9-8 extra-inning win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday to avoid being swept, but it came with a potentially costly blow. Top prospect Marcelo Mayer exited the game in the fifth inning due to right wrist discomfort—sparking immediate concern within the organization and among fans. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have fielded calls on star center fielder Oneil Cruz ahead of the 2025 MLB trade deadline, but it doesn’t sound like he’s going anywhere unless a team offers a blockbuster return. “Some teams have reached out to Pittsburgh about Oneil Cruz, but a source said that while the Pirates will listen, they’re […]

The Houston Astros sent a clear message to the rest of the American League Wednesday night. Despite being undermanned and riddled with injuries, Houston completed a sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks on the road with a 4-3 win at Chase Field, improving to 60-42 and pulling into a tie with the Toronto Blue Jays for […]

The Boston Red Sox made improbable MLB history Wednesday night in their thrilling 9-8 extra-innings comeback win over the Philadelphia Phillies, defying nearly every statistical expectation along the way. Despite striking out 17 times, allowing five home runs, and falling behind 5-0 early, Boston fought back to avoid getting swept after losing the first and […]

The Toronto Blue Jays delivered a commanding statement at Rogers Centre this week, dismantling the New York Yankees in a critical AL East showdown. With Wednesday’s 8-4 win, the Jays clinched the season series and became the first team in the division to reach 60 wins, improving their record to 60-42. The Yankees fell to […]

The Boston Red Sox are playing in one of the toughest divisions in baseball, making interleave series like this one against the Philadelphia Phillies extra important in their chase for a playoff spot. Coming into Wednesday night, Alex Cora and company were looking to salvage the series against one of the top teams in the […]