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After an illustrious 14-year career, longtime Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is calling it quits. Blackmon announced his decision to retire via social media on Monday evening. pic.twitter.com/JAGgw8KO1o — Charlie Blackmon (@Chuck_Nazty) September 23, 2024 “I have been blessed to call the city of Denver and the Colorado Rockies my baseball home for the entirety […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks forced the MLB world to board a drama-filled and highly intoxicating thrill ride that people did not know they needed during the 2023 playoffs. There were plenty of fans who refused to get swept up in the merriment, using the Snakes’ National League Pennant victory to point out the flaws of the […]

Houston Astros superstar Yordan Alvarez left Sunday’s 9-8 loss to the Los Angeles Angels after sliding hard into second base in the third inning with what the team described as a “knee contusion.” The Astros got some more clarity on how serious Alvarez’ injury is ahead of Monday’s game against the Seattle Mariners. Manager Joe […]

Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher says he is “so very sorry” that the franchise is moving after 57 years, but fans aren’t buying it. Fisher penned an open letter to the Athletics fanbase that he released on Monday in which he looked back on the triumphs and more memories from the past half century. He […]

The Detroit Tigers will promote top pitching prospect Jackson Jobe as the team looks to secure a playoff spot, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reported on Monday. The 22-year-old will pitch out of the bullpen for now, Stavenhagen added. He also reported that the Tigers will designate Shelby Miller for assignment as a corresponding move. […]

The New York Mets have fought their way into the MLB postseason picture. As of Monday, September 23, they occupy the third and final National League Wild Card spot, leading the Atlanta Braves by two games. They’re in the playoff hunt, but even if the Mets manage to earn a ticket to October, don’t go […]

Few teams surprised the experts as much as the Cleveland Guardians have this season. Mentioned as a contender for the AL Central but not the favorite entering the season, almost no one predicted the Guardians to clinch a playoff berth and a division title before a week was left in the regular season. As the […]

Godzilla’s still got it. Video has surfaced on X of former Yankees slugger Hideki Matsui blasting a home run at age 50, and New York fans are losing their minds. Behold, that classic stance and swing that sent 175 balls into the seats during his 10-year MLB career. Hideki Matsui, now 50 years old, hits […]

After All-Star designated hitter Shohei Ohtani’s solo home run tied the game in the ninth inning, Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts’ walk-off home run sealed the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-5 victory against the Colorado Rockies. Instead of walking Ohtani to get to Betts, like Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington instructed his team earlier this month, […]

The New York Mets played their final home game of the regular season Sunday night in front of a sold-out crowd at Citi Field. It also may have marked the last time Pete Alonso wears a Mets home uniform. Mets fans and home plate umpire John Libka recognized such and delivered a touching moment for […]

Shohei Ohtani is finishing his first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers in style. He has not slowed down one bit despite already making history by being the first MLB player to hit at least 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season. Ohtani continues to be a catalyst behind the Dodgers’ […]

The Cincinnati Reds made the second managerial firing of the 2024 MLB season Sunday night, dismissing David Bell after six seasons in charge. The Reds, 76-81, have five games remaining in a season they expected to contend for a division title. Instead, they’ll miss the playoffs for the 10th time in 11 years. Bell, hired […]

The Seattle Mariners will begin a three-game series with the Houston Astros on Monday at Minute Maid Park. Six games are left in the season as we share our MLB odds series and make a Mariners-Astros prediction and pick. Mariners-Astros Projected Starters  Bryce Miller vs. Hunter Brown Bryce Miller (11-8) with a 3.06 ERA Last […]

The San Francisco Giants will begin a three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday at Chase Field. Wildcard implications are on the line as we share our MLB odds series and make a Giants-Diamondbacks prediction and pick. Giants-Diamondbacks Projected Starters  Hayden Birdsong vs. Eduardo Rodriguez  Hayden Birdsong (4-5) with a 4.74 ERA Last Start: […]

The Chicago White Sox have 120 losses, tied for the most in the history of baseball. Their historically terrible season has cost Pedro Grifol his managerial job, forced many trade deadline deals, and leads to a bleak future. Their 120th loss was particularly insulting, as they led the Padres in the eighth inning before letting […]

As the New York Mets intensify their push for a playoff spot, all-star shortstop Francisco Lindor has opened up about the painful reality of his back injury. With the regular season drawing to a close and the Mets clinging to a narrow lead for the final NL Wild Card position, Lindor’s health has become a […]

The Boston Red Sox are on the road to take on the Toronto Blue Jays Monday night. Below we will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Red Sox-Blue Jays prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Red Sox-Blue Jays Projected Starters  Tanner Houck vs. Chris […]

The Chicago Cubs will begin a three-game series with the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday at Citizen’s Bank Park. There is playoff seeding on the line as we share our MLB odds series and make a Cubs-Phillies prediction and pick. Cubs-Phillies Projected Starters  Justin Steele vs. Aaron Nola Justin Steele (5-5) with a 3.03 ERA Last […]

The Cincinnati Reds have made the decision to part ways with manager David Bell on Sunday. Although Cincinnati has named bench coach Freddie Benavides as the interim manager, the expectation is that the team will find a new manager. Rumors are already swirling about one candidate for the job, Skip Schumaker, who is the Miami […]

The Cincinnati Reds have missed the playoffs once again after an injury-plagued 2024. Manager David Bell has been fired after six years as the Reds’ bench boss, according to a team release. Bench coach Freddie Benavides is the interim manager. #Reds fire David Bell pic.twitter.com/VO390Gznct — LanceMcAlister (@LanceMcAlister) September 23, 2024 The Reds had a […]

Following a challenging season marred by injuries, the Texas Rangers’ veteran ace Max Scherzer has announced his intent to return to top form in 2025. The three-time Cy Young Award winner expressed this commitment after an injury-shortened season with the Rangers, which he described as the most frustrating year in his extensive 17-year major league […]

The Detroit Tigers are in the final American League Wild Card spot due to their hot streak. AJ Hinch’s squad has been the best in baseball since August 11, with a 26-11 record. After Sunday’s action, they are tied with the Kansas City Royals and a game ahead of the Minnesota Twins for the final […]

A hard slide into second base forced Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez out of the game against the Los Angeles Angels because of a right knee contusion. Upon hitting a double in the third inning, Alvarez slid hard into second to beat the throw and immediately began to favor his knee. There was no contact […]

The New York Mets have put together a magical August and September to enter the race for the playoffs. Their ace, Kodai Senga, has pitched only one game this season as he deals with various injuries. They hoped to get him back during the regular season, but got tough news on Sunday, per ESPN. “Mets […]

With the MLB postseason just around the corner, it’s often said that the home team holds a significant edge. However, for notable players like veteran Texas Rangers pitcher Max Scherzer, that view isn’t always as clear-cut. Scherzer, a two-time World Series winner with the Washington Nationals in 2019 and last year with Texas, believes that […]

The Boston Red Sox began their doubleheader with the Minnesota Twins on a high note. First baseman Triston Casas began the contest with three home runs on each of his first three at-bats. He grounded out in his fourth at-bat to conclude his day. The Red Sox would go on to win 8-1. His first […]

International free agents have been massive difference-makers in MLB in recent years. From Shohei Ohtani, Shota Imanaga, Masahiro Tanaka, Masataka Yoshida, and plenty more, Japanese players have made names for themselves in America. There is a new name fans will know soon, Roki Sasaki. The former World Baseball Classic star recently got a great evaluation […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are putting the finishing touches on their 11th division title in 12 years. The addition of Shohei Ohtani has sparked their lineup to another great season. The two-way player has not pitched this year but created the 50 home run, 50 stolen base club. Despite that, there is still a worst-case […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers is expected to have pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto for the playoffs, but manager Dave Roberts said he will have to make some changes to the rotation as a result. Roberts has been without Yamamoto, the Dodgers’ second-biggest free-agent signing of last offseason, for more than three months after straining his rotator cuff. […]

The San Francisco Giants won’t be finding their way into the postseason this year, but there are a couple reasons to believe that there are better days ahead for the team. One of the main ones is the fact that the team managed to lock up star third baseman Matt Chapman on a six-year, $151 […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have already punched their playoff ticket by winning the NL Central. But as they look towards next season, the Brewers are interested in adding some power to their lineup. That big bat could come in the form of Arizona Diamondbacks Christian Walker, who Milwaukee is said to be interested in. However, Walker […]

The MLB coaching carousel could have a very big name added to the list soon. Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker is likely to be leaving the Marlins after this season, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. “Marlins manager Skip Schumaker, who was widely praised for his decision not to pitch around Shohei Ohtani in […]

The Oakland Athletics are preparing to play their final game at the city’s Coliseum, and the franchise is taking some precautions for that event. The Athletics are beefing up security in case fans decide to get violent at the team’s last game in Oakland. The Athletics staff has been advised not to loiter on the […]

The San Diego Padres host the Chicago White Sox for the finale of a three-game series at Petco Park. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a White Sox-Padres prediction and pick. White Sox-Padres Projected Starters  Sean Burke vs. Yu Darvish Sean Burke (1-0) with a 2.25 ERA, 8 K’s, 1.38 WHIP in […]

It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Phillies Mets prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Phillies-Mets. The New York Mets would love it if, on Sunday afternoon, the Atlanta Braves lost to the Miami Marlins. If that happens, the Mets could win this Sunday night game and go three games […]

It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Rockies Dodgers prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Rockies-Dodgers. The Los Angeles Dodgers are almost there, but not yet. Not quite. They lead the San Diego Padres by three games with seven left to play in the National League West race. The Padres […]

It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Yankees-Athletics prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Yankees Athletics. The New York Yankees are closing in on the American League East Division championship. They are up five games over the Baltimore Orioles with just a week left to play. That might seem to […]

The Minnesota Twins will conclude their three-game series with the Boston Red Sox on Sunday at Fenway Park. There are playoff spots on the line as we share our MLB odds series and make a Twins-Red Sox prediction and pick. Twins-Red Sox Projected Starters  Zebby Matthews vs. Nick Pivetta  Zebby Matthews (1-3) with a 6.30 […]

It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Mariners-Rangers prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Mariners-Rangers. The Seattle Mariners are getting some unexpected good news. The six-game losing streak by the Kansas City Royals has put the Mariners in striking distance of a third team in the American League wild card […]