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At the moment, the Chicago Cubs are just a game behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the top spot in the NL Central. The team did own first place for most of the season, but a slip in form over the last few weeks has led them sliding to their current Wild Card spot. If they […]

The New York Yankees (56-48) have incurred significant damage to their vessel in the last few weeks, ceding control of the American League East to the red-hot Toronto Blue Jays. And the conditions are about to become even more treacherous, as captain Aaron Judge requires a 10-day stint on the injured list after suffering a […]

The Kansas City Royals have a team with a foursome of big-time power hitters. They include All-Star Bobby Witt Jr., veteran catcher Sal Perez and a pair of youngsters in Vinny Pasquantino and Jac Caglianone. It would not be a surprise if any one of those players hit a long ball with the game on […]

Friday brought some fun to American Family Field for the Milwaukee Brewers. After the team’s 5-1 loss to the Miami Marlins, the Brewers hosted an alumni home run derby. Former Milwaukee players Ryan Braun and Carlos Gomez led each team, as many Brew Crew alumni such as Prince Fielder, Corey Hart and Nyjer Morgan took […]

The New York Yankees have placed star outfielder Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list with a flexor strain in his right elbow, an injury he suffered during a 9-4 home loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in Friday’s series opener. Though significant, the injury is less devastating than initially feared. While concerns initially pointed toward […]

When news broke that Mookie Betts would be away from the Los Angeles Dodgers during their first of three games against the Boston Red Sox, it turned heads around the fanbase. While it’s no secret that Betts is having a tough season, to the point where he was benched after the All-Star break due to […]

Aaron Judge gave New York Yankees fans a fright when the team announced he was dealing with an elbow injury after Friday’s series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies. The reigning American League MVP underwent imaging and fans feared he could be lost for the season to Tommy John surgery. However, Judge was diagnosed with a […]

The Philadelphia Phillies went from a clutch defensive play to a concerning moment during Saturday’s win over the Yankees, as Edmundo Sosa exited the game following a violent collision. The incident occurred at the bottom of the seventh inning when Sosa collided with left fielder Brandon Marsh while chasing a popup by Jazz Chisholm Jr. […]

The New York Yankees could not be blamed if they are starting to panic. They dropped a 9-4 decision to the Philadelphia Phillies Saturday afternoon, a loss that dropped them six games behind the first-place Toronto Blue Jays. They did not have superstar Aaron Judge in the lineup because of an “elbow issue” that has […]

The Philadelphia Phillies enter the Major League Baseball trade deadline under pressure to improve their roster. Despite stellar offensive performances against the Yankees, the Phillies have holes. The most glaring one is in the outfield, where Max Kepler has been a subpar replacement. Cleveland Guardians outfielder Steven Kwan could be their answer at the MLB […]

When the New York Yankees kept the injured Aaron Judge out of the lineup for Saturday’s game versus the Philadelphia Phillies, fans quickly realized bad news was likely coming. Although, following a 9-4 home loss, they should be grateful the diagnosis is not worse. Manager Aaron Boone revealed that the two-time American League MVP is […]

Tarik Skubal helped the Detroit Tigers snap a six-game losing streak in his last outing. On Saturday, Detroit is calling on the reigning Cy Young Award winner to end the team’s current five-game skid. The Tigers have struggled mightily after a dominant start this season. Detroit has now lost 11 of its last 12 games. […]

What should have been a ho-hum game between the Kansas City Royals and Cleveland Guardians became quite eventful. The Royals lost rookie outfielder Jac Caglianone to a mysterious injury in the second inning. A few innings later, Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias made a highlight reel play to get Bobby Witt Jr. out at first base. […]

The Houston Astros are constantly in figure-it-out mode, forced to funnel in new players amid injuries and departures. Since beginning their current stretch of eight consecutive playoff berths, they have undergone significant changes in personnel and in their management structure. Although, regardless of who is showing up for work, the results are usually the same. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox with a 5-2 win. However, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and Red Sox manager Alex Cora were without key pieces. Boston put young star infielder Marcelo Mayer on their injured list. Roberts missed Mookie Betts because of personal issues that will keep him […]

The Philadelphia Phillies entered their series against the New York Yankees on a mission. Bryce Harper kept his historic hot streak going with a third-inning solo shot. Trea Turner chipped in two RBIs and two runs scored to help build a 9-3 lead. Things got so bad at Yankee Stadium that Phillies fans were able […]

The Texas Rangers continue to push toward postseason contention, and their efforts may soon get a boost. Veteran outfielder Joc Pederson is aiming to return from injury as early as Sunday, following a brief rehab stint in Double-A with the Frisco RoughRiders. The injury update is a timely one for a club looking to climb […]

The rivalry between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox is one of the best in all of sports. Gary Sheffield, Bernie Williams, and Pedro Martinez left their mark on it during their careers. Sheffield, a former All-Star outfielder for the Yankees and potential Hall-of-Famer, almost charged Martinez after a pitch hit him. He […]

Jac Caglianone has been a revelation as a rookie in Major League Baseball. The slugger was called up by the Kansas City Royals earlier this season. Since getting to the major leagues, he has given the Royals a boost in power. However, Matt Quatraro had to replace him with MJ Melendez in left field on […]

Considering the Baltimore Orioles have been in last place for much of the 2025 season, fans probably thought the team had already hit rock bottom. That assumption was invalidated on Friday, as the O’s blew an early 4-0 lead to the 76-loss Colorado Rockies in Camden Yards. If it was not clear after the Gregory […]

The AL MVP race will come down to a photo finish by the time the end of the 2025 regular season comes around. New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge has been the favorite for the majority of the season after winning last year and in 2022; however, there is a new name atop the betting odds. […]

As the MLB trade deadline looms, the Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly exploring the possibility of acquiring Diamondbacks slugger Eugenio Suárez, per Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer. While it’s unclear if the talks have moved beyond preliminary due diligence, the Phillies join a growing list of clubs showing interest in the power-hitting third baseman. Suárez, […]

As the Arizona Diamondbacks prepare to face the Pittsburgh Pirates this weekend, the club made a pair of key roster moves that further signal their shift toward selling at the upcoming trade deadline. Right-hander Trevor Richards has been designated for assignment, while left-hander Brandyn Garcia has been recalled from Triple-A Reno. Richards, 31, joined Arizona […]

The San Francisco Giants find themselves in an increasingly tense situation as the MLB trade deadline nears, and much of that urgency centers on ace Logan Webb. The club dropped to 54-50 after an 8-1 loss to the New York Mets on Friday night, and Webb’s outing left fans and media alike concerned about the […]

Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski should have a mental checklist of what this ballclub needs with less than a week to go until the MLB trade deadline. Unless the front office upgrades the bullpen and outfield, a World Series parade seems highly unlikely this year. Besides completing these crucial tasks, the tremendously […]

On Saturday, Bryce Harper’s solo shot off Yankees starter Marcus Stroman wasn’t just another tally on the scoreboard — it was a significant milestone in a Hall of Fame-worthy career. With that blast, the Phillies star tied Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado for seventh place among active players with 351 career home runs, now sitting […]

Ryan McMahon is now a New York Yankee. The former Colorado Rockie recently shared that he had always dreamed of playing for the Yankees. As of Saturday, that dream officially came true. McMahon started at third base and is batting eighth on Saturday for the second game of a 3-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies. […]

The MLB trade deadline is five days away. Next Thursday at 6 PM EST, the deadline will have passed. As that date and time approach, the plans for many contenders will start to crystalize. One thing that has been clear for both the New York Yankees and New York Mets is that both teams could […]

On Friday, the New York Yankees acquired Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon. He’s already being given the No. 19 as he transitions from the Mountains to the Bronx.  On Saturday, McMahon reflected on his time in Colorado and the teammates who had made an impact on him. He specifically mentioned Nolan Arenado & DJ […]

With the St. Louis Cardinals wrapped in rumors ahead of the trade deadline, two prominent players on the team could potentially be moved before the evening of July 31. While there have been speculations of a trade involving Cardinals star Nolan Arenado, add pitcher Sonny Gray to the mix, as there’s no doubt that this […]

The New York Yankees were dealt a jolt of uncertainty Saturday when superstar outfielder Aaron Judge was scratched from the lineup ahead of Game 2 against the Philadelphia Phillies. The move comes just one day after Judge played in Friday’s series opener, a 12-5 loss in the Bronx that deepened the team’s recent skid. With […]

With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching and the St. Louis Cardinals hovering around the .500 mark, the front office has begun signaling its intent to sell — even if unofficially. According to multiple league sources, team president John Mozeliak has informed rival clubs that relievers Ryan Helsley, Phil Maton, and Steven Matz are available. […]

With Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola going through rehab after a long stint of being sidelined from MLB action, the next step of his rehab plan has been revealed. As the Phillies are wrapped in rumors ahead of the trade deadline, Nola is focused on getting back to 100 percent shape to contribute to the […]

Kenley Jansen’s baseball story has always been intertwined with the Los Angeles Dodgers. From catching Clayton Kershaw in rookie ball to becoming the franchise’s all-time saves leader, Jansen carved out a legacy in Dodger blue. But as the trade deadline looms, a reunion could be on the table — one that would come full circle […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have an injured star in Nick Castellanos, who is not used to sitting out. Castellanos has dealt with a knee injury he suffered during Friday’s game, when he was approaching the outfield wall. Phillies manager Rob Thomson provided an update about that injury on Saturday, per the Athletic. “He’s a bit sore, […]

To bolster their infield, the Tampa Bay Rays agree to a trade with the Chicago White Sox. This comes after shortstop Ha-seong Kim went out due to an ailment in the recent series against the Sox.  On Saturday, the Rays acquired the talents of infielder Tristan Gray, per Robert Murray of Fansided. This comes just […]

The Minnesota Twins have become a focal point of trade deadline buzz, with elite closer Jhoan Duran emerging as one of the most coveted bullpen arms on the market. The 27-year-old has anchored the Minnesota Twins’ bullpen in 2025, posting a dominant 1.90 ERA with 52 strikeouts and 16 saves across 47.1 innings pitched. As […]

Before their Saturday matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies, the New York Yankees welcomed their new third baseman, Ryan McMahon. The former Colorado Rockies starter was acquired by New York on Friday, as GM Brian Cashman swung a deal involving two minor league arms going back to the Rocky Mountains. McMahon will wear number 19 with […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are known for bold deadline moves, but when it comes to adding a dominant reliever like Emmanuel Clase or Jhoan Duran, even they might be blinking at the price tag. According to multiple reports, including ESPN’s Jeff Passan and USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, trade talks between the Dodgers and Guardians for […]