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Atlanta Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has been placed on the 10-day injured list after his exit from Tuesday night’s game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, according to several reports. “Ronald Acuña Jr. will go on the 10-day IL with right Achilles tightness,” said David O’Brien of The […]

As crazy as it may sound, the Los Angeles Dodgers are more or less on track with their 2024 pace. Call it a benefit of an early win streak that seemed like it would never end, or a midsummer struggle that corresponded with similar issues around the NL. But with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers were victorious against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday, but the spotlight quickly shifted from the scoreboard to Shohei Ohtani’s expression after one of the most surprising moments of the season. In a 5-4 win at Great American Ball Park, the Dodgers slugger struck out four times—an unprecedented moment in his career—and […]

The New York Mets have a big series against the San Diego Padres leading into the MLB trade deadline. They already added Gregory Soto, a key piece to their bullpen. But a key player suffered an injury on Tuesday that could change the entire season. Mets superstar outfielder Juan Soto left Tuesday’s game with a […]

When Kyle Schwarber connects, there’s no question about it. And on Tuesday night, the Phillies slugger made franchise history — with authority. In the third inning of Philadelphia’s 6-3 win over the Chicago White Sox, Schwarber obliterated a 441-foot two-run homer off Jonathan Cannon, marking his 37th of the season. That number is more than […]

Andrew Vaughn gave Brewers fans a moment to remember Tuesday night — and they’re making sure the baseball world hears about it. In the bottom of the sixth inning against the rival Cubs, Vaughn demolished a grand slam to left-center field, blowing the game open and stretching Milwaukee’s lead to 9-2. The blast was not […]

Anthony Volpe’s night encapsulated the full experience of a rising star still learning the ropes — defensive miscues and all — but it ended with a thunderous statement. Volpe launched the longest home run of his career Tuesday night, a 452-foot rocket to center field that gave the Yankees a crucial insurance run in a […]

The MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, and the baseball world is zeroing in on a few teams who could potentially be sellers and send some of their top players to contenders. The Minnesota Twins are one of those teams, with a plethora of players dealing with trade rumors all around them. Of course, being […]

In a game the Atlanta Braves really needed to win over the Kansas City Royals, disaster struck when star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. jogged off the field and exited the game with Achilles tightness. Breaking down what happened to the five-time All-Star in the sixth inning, The Athletic’s David O’Brien broke down what he saw […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are near the top of the National League yet again. However, Los Angeles is active in trade talks ahead of the deadline. Despite that, the Dodgers are so good that players like Dustin May and Estuery Ruiz can’t even get consistent playing time. At this point, they are best used as […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are sure to be sellers at the MLB trade deadline. Pitching will be sold at a premium before Thursday at 6 p.m. Eastern, and the Buccos must take advantage. David Bednar and Mitch Keller could bring back a prospect haul, and the New York Yankees are interested. But New York Post insider […]

It is never a good time to lose a big bat, but navigating a key injury weeks before the MLB trade deadline can have far-reaching consequences for a team. While Brandon Lowe has been dealing with plantar fasciitis, the Tampa Bay Rays (54-53) have slid down the American League Wild Card standings. They are currently […]

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Washington Nationals remain one of the more intriguing sellers—yet not everyone on the roster is likely to move. Despite high interest from contenders, Washington is expected to retain Mackenzie Gore, their breakout left-handed starter and 2025 All-Star. Gore has emerged as a clear building block for the Nats, […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are hosting the Chicago Cubs in one of the most important series of the season. After taking Game 1, Milwaukee opened up a one-game lead in the NL Central. Brewers star Jackson Chourio legged out a triple, but was pulled from the game with an apparent injury seconds later. Jackson Chourio left […]

The Texas Rangers are an interesting team to watch at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. They were initially sellers, especially with Adolis Garcia. However, an 8-2 stretch has experts recalibrating. Now, one MLB insider wants Chris Young and the Rangers to make the most of what might be Bruce Bochy’s final season at this […]

The MLB trade deadline is on Thursday, July 31, at 6 p.m. EST. The New York Yankees have already added third baseman Ryan McMahon and utility man Amed Rosario to the roster. However, it sounds like Hall of Fame pitcher Pedro Martinez has two potential targets the front office could trade for before the deadline. […]

The Minnesota Twins entered Tuesday night’s game against the Boston Red Sox optimistic. However, Twins shortstop Carlos Correa left the game with injury. Minnesota starter Pierson Ohl made his Major League Baseball debut against Boston and almost found himself in early trouble. Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu almost tagged him for a solo shot if […]

The New York Yankees have already been aggressive on the trade market as the 2025 deadline approaches. With Ryan McMahon and Amed Rosario both in the Bronx, New York is now believed to be focusing on relief and starting pitchers. Though the Yankees are not planning to trade George Lombard Jr. or Spencer Jones, their […]

The New York Yankees continue to dominate trade deadline chatter, and all eyes are now on Sandy Alcántara, who is set to start Tuesday in what could be his final outing for the Miami Marlins. With the MLB trade deadline less than 48 hours away, league insiders believe this start functions as a live audition. […]

The Minnesota Twins took the first game of a three-game set against the Boston Red Sox on Monday. With their playoff odds dwindling, Minnesota has already started selling off pieces ahead of the MLB trade deadline. To add insult to injury in a poor season, they are dealing with another injury. Twins shortstop Carlos Correa […]

The Detroit Tigers were in trouble early against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday. Corbin Carroll and James McCann scored runs to give Arizona a 2-0 lead. After that, the Tigers took over behind Brant Hurter after a dominant offensive performance in Detroit on Monday. The one mistake he made was erased by a outstanding catch […]

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Justin Slaten has been on the injured list since July 1 with right shoulder inflammation, but manager Alex Cora had a promising update on the 27-year-old righty. “I don’t know how fast he’s going to go from now on, but the fact that he was able to do that with […]

The New York Yankees need to get back on the right track. They have been dismal of late, handing the AL East lead to the Toronto Blue Jays and slipping in the Wild Card race. In the second of four games against the Tampa Bay Rays, Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe made another error. His 14th […]

After a strong start to the season, the New York Yankees have had a rough past few weeks. Now, the team is five games behind the division-leading Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees have already made a couple of moves as the MLB trade deadline approaches. New York GM Brian Cashman traded for infielders Ryan McMahon […]

The Cleveland Guardians are facing a pivotal decision with just two days remaining before the MLB trade deadline. Right-hander Shane Bieber, a former AL Cy Young winner, delivered a strong four-inning rehab start for Double-A Akron Tuesday that may have reopened the door to major trade discussions. The timing of this performance could dramatically shape […]

The MLB trade deadline is on Thursday, July 31, and the New York Yankees are still hot and heavy in the rumor mill. With the deadline quickly approaching, one of the club’s more famous fans, New York Knicks guard Josh Hart, sent a message to MLB insider Jeff Passan begging for a trade update. Hart, […]

Before last night’s series-opening 7-6 loss to the visiting San Diego Padres, the New York Mets had won seven games in a row. Their play lately has been superb. It has also helped the Mets lock in a game and a half lead over the Philadelphia Phillies. Now looking to get back to their winning […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made a big move on Tuesday, acquiring relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez in a trade with the Baltimore Orioles. The team may not be done bolstering their bullpen, either. The Athletic’s Blue Jays beat writer Mitch Bannon said as much as the Thursday trade deadline approaches. “This won’t be be Toronto’s only […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks avoided disaster Tuesday after a frightening moment involving third baseman Eugenio Suarez. The slugger was hit by a 95.6 mph fastball on the hand during the ninth inning of Monday’s 5-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers, immediately leaving the game in pain. Thankfully for the Diamondbacks, Suarez’s scans came back clean, preserving […]

With the 2025 MLB trade deadline rapidly approaching, all eyes are on the Minnesota Twins as they work the phones to set their team up for the future. As opposing teams continue to call about the availability of everyone from Harrison Bader to Jhoan Duran, one player who won’t be going anywhere anytime soon is […]

The New York Yankees are barreling toward the MLB trade deadline amid a brutal stretch. They are 15-23 since June 15, the worst record in the American League in that stretch. Even after picking up Ryan McMahon from the Colorado Rockies, the Bombers need more help. Yankees manager Aaron Boone spoke about the MLB trade […]

The Toronto Blue Jays officially traded for reliever Seranthony Dominguez from the Baltimore Orioles before the deadline. After making the move to improve the bullpen, the organization DFA’d one of its relievers to make room on the roster. Toronto announced they have DFA’d former New York Yankees reliever Chad Green. Reports also indicate that Dominguez […]

When Dave Roberts broke the news that he had not one but two infielders who could land on IL in the short-term future in Hyeseong Kim and Tommy Edman, it left an already injured Los Angeles Dodgers infield in dire straits. How would Los Angeles overcome losing three of their top five infield players including […]

The future for Tampa Bay Rays reliever Pete Fairbanks remains up in the air. Rumors swirled that Fairbanks could be sent to the Chicago Cubs as the Trade Deadline approaches on Thursday. But another top team in need of pitching is looking to get in on the action. According to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have a talented but older roster. Bryce Harper, J.T. Realmuto, Trea Turner, Kyle Schwarber, and Nick Castellanos are all offensive stars who are among the best players in baseball, but they are all on the wrong side of age 30. The same can be said about pitchers Aaron Nola and Zach Wheeler. […]

In an effort to solidify their relief corps, the Toronto Blue Jays have made their first deal before the upcoming MLB trade deadline. On Tuesday evening, they struck a deal with the Baltimore Orioles for reliever Seranthony Dominiguez. Toronto beat writer Ben Nicholson-Smith posted the move on X, formerly Twitter. “Jays getting Seranthony Dominguez and […]

The Houston Astros have endured a mind-boggling number of injuries this season, leaving them looking for a starting pitcher at the trade deadline. The San Diego Padres have one available in Dylan Cease. According to Ken Rosenthal and Chandler Rome of The Athletic, something just might work out between the two sides. “Perhaps it should […]

The Toronto Blue Jays’ season has been a movie. John Schneider has him team at the top of Major League Baseball heading into August. The Blue Jays have been aggressive at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Because their outfield is relatively thin, names like Addison Barger cannot be off the table when pursuing players […]

As the trade deadline on Thursday gets closer and closer, Arizona Diamondback star Eugenio Suarez looks like the face of the midseason cutoff for deals to be made. At the moment, Suarez is the biggest name that seems to be available, but his status got a bit more complicated on Monday. Suarez went down with […]