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The Toronto Blue Jays suffered a surprise 5-2 loss to the lowly Pittsburgh Pirates Monday night in the start of a three-game series at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, but that’s not what many Toronto fans are concerned about their team. Blue Jays star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was not able to finish the game […]

The Philadelphia Phillies showed off their offensive prowess on Monday night, when they started their three-game series at home with a 12-7 victory over the Seattle Mariners, and no one in the game flexed his muscles more than superstar first baseman Bryce Harper. The two-time National League Most Valuable Player did not just hit one […]

The past week or so has not been kind at all to the Miami Marlins. They haven’t been winning much, losing eight of their past 10 games — including an 8-3 defeat to the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday. And the Marlins’ poor form appears to be frustrating the team to the brim, if manager […]

The Houston Astros remain in control in the AL West standings, but the past few games have not exactly been indicative of their play all year. In fact, they have been flat-out bad over their past four games. During that span, they’ve won just one game and scored a grand total of five runs — […]

The 2025 season could not be going any further from plan for the Baltimore Orioles. After two consecutive playoff appearances amid the emergence of their incredible young core, a few of their core pieces took a step back, and in turn, the team has struggled immensely all year long. They entered their Monday night contest […]

After heading into the bottom of the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies all tied up at three, it was clear the Los Angeles Dodgers were going to have to play a mistake-free inning in order to take their game to extra innings. Unfortunately, the opposite happened, with Teoscar Hernandez dropping what should have been an […]

The past few weeks have been a topsy-turvy ride for the Los Angeles Dodgers. They’ve been slumping quite a bit, even relinquishing the division lead to the San Diego Padres at one point, but they have taken back control of the NL West and have appeared to right the ship somewhat. But the events of […]

The San Francisco Giants are facing more than just on-field struggles after outfielder Heliot Ramos ignited a firestorm with fans. Following San Francisco’s steep drop in the standings, Ramos passionately defended manager Bob Melvin, prompting major backlash across social media. With the team sitting at 60-64 and the Giants playoff hopes all but extinguished, frustration […]

When the Kansas City Royals added Mike Yastrzemski at the trade deadline, they expected stellar outfield defense. Kansas City probably did not, however, anticipate a power binge from the seventh-year veteran. But that’s what Yastrzemski has delivered during his brief Royals tenure. Facing Texas Rangers starter Jack Leiter in the bottom of the first inning […]

The Boston Red Sox made a swift and telling roster move just moments after their 6-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park Monday night, signaling clear urgency as the race to October intensifies. With only 36 games remaining in the season, the team optioned reliever Jovani Moran to Triple-A Worcester and recalled veteran […]

2025 almost feels like a dream for the Detroit Tigers, as they have remained one of the best teams in MLB, withstanding a slump following the All-Star break that threatened to break the team’s spirit. On Monday, they flexed their muscle against a fellow division leader in the Houston Astros, demolishing them 10-0 in a […]

Pitcher Trevor Rogers is having himself a season for the Baltimore Orioles. How good of a season? Well, after only allowing one run in the Orioles’ 6-3 win over the Boston Red Sox, his ERA now sits at 1.41, which is the best mark in franchise history through 12 games, according to The Baltimore Sun’s […]

When it comes to the Los Angeles Dodgers, few players are as consistent as catcher Will Smith. Originally drafted by the team in the first round of 2016 before making his debut in 2019, Smith has become one of the best defensive players in the business, all the while becoming a potential batting title leader […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again in the heart of the MLB playoff race, and with stakes rising, manager Dave Roberts made a firm decision to stabilize the team’s core heading into the stretch run. His message to Mookie Betts? A clear and direct vote of confidence that aims to restore order atop a […]

It was a largely inconsequential game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Seattle Mariners. To which, former Phillies player turned analyst John Kruk, known for his hot takes, did himself one better.  In the bottom of the 4th inning with the Phillies leading 6-0, Kruk provided some in-depth analysis of all things the invention of the […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. suffered a hamstring injury during Monday’s matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates. The injury took place during the middle of the game. Guerrero felt tightness in his left hamstring. This resulted in him leaving the game, as the team announced the injury as the reason for his departure. “UPDATE: […]

The St. Louis Cardinals’ playoff chances took a major hit with the team’s five-game skid. After dropping two of three games against the Colorado Rockies, the Cardinals were swept at home by the New York Yankees in a three-game series, falling 5.5 games out of the final NL playoff berth. The Cardinals’ situation is now […]

The Houston Astros are locked in a tight race atop the American League West, but one of their recent trade deadline additions has yet to find his rhythm. Outfielder Jesus Sanchez, acquired on deadline day to provide left-handed power and lineup depth, is stuck in an offensive slump he’s described as “weird.” As the team […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have started a new series on Monday night, as they engage the Seattle Mariners in an interleague date at Citizens Bank Park in the City of Brotherly Love. It did not take long for Trea Turner and the home team to heat up offensively versus the visitors, as the Phillies jumped on […]

On Sunday, New York Mets catcher Juan Soto made a friendly gesture to Little Leaguers while behind the plate against the Seattle Mariners. It came on Sunday during the 2025 MLB Little League Classic when he broke out his trademark “Soto Shuffle”  However, one Little Leaguer wasn’t necessarily thrilled to make Soto’s acquaintance, per Jomboy […]

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte defended himself to the media on Monday after an Arizona Republic report last week claimed “teammates and others in the organization have quietly grumbled about his propensity to ask for days off.” Adding fuel to the fire, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale wrote on Sunday that Arizona’s alleged plan to […]

The Boston Red Sox received a mixed batch of injury updates Monday afternoon that could shape the course of their late-season run. Both reliever Justin Slaten and outfielder Wilyer Abreu are recovering from recent setbacks, and their health will be vital to Boston’s playoff push down the stretch. The injury update regarding the reliever was […]

The last three games were a bit rough for the San Diego Padres as the team got swept 3-0 by the Los Angeles Dodgers. With the club hoping to get back in the win column soon, it sounds like the team will be without outfielder Jackson Merrill for some time. Reports indicate that Merrill, who […]

Detroit Tigers outfielder Parker Meadows is working his way back from a right quad strain that he suffered at the end of July. The team hopes he can by back before the calendar flips to September, but manager AJ Hinch is trying to manage expectations. “I don’t know that he will necessarily go out on […]

On Sunday, the Boston Red Sox signed former Washington Nationals slugger Nathaniel Lowe. Recently, he became a free agent after Washington declared him for assignment. The terms of his contract remain unknown, but will likely ast until the end of the season. On Monday, Red Sox manager Alex Cora provided a simple assessment of Lowe […]

Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale has been sidelined since mid June with a rib fracture. Despite the Braves recent surge, winning eight of the last nine games, Atlanta is playing out a lost season. But after two months on the shelf, the 36-year-old starter is working toward a comeback. Sale began a rehab assignment last […]

Despite the roller coaster the New York Yankees have been on recently, the franchise is still very much in the mix for the playoffs. The club owns a 67-57 record entering Tuesday’s contest against the Tampa Bay Rays. With the postseason around the corner, the organization made a roster move to adjust the infield. Reports […]

The Toronto Blue Jays may soon be getting a major reinforcement — just not quite yet. Outfielder Anthony Santander, who’s been sidelined since May 29th with left shoulder inflammation, is progressing in his rehab and is now set to rejoin the club in Miami during the upcoming series against the Miami Marlins. While he won’t […]

At long last, Shane Bieber appears ready to make his Toronto Blue Jays debut. The former Cy Young winner will start Friday night for Toronto in Miami against the Marlins, The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon first reported. Bieber last pitched on April 2, 2024 for the Cleveland Guardians — his second start of that season. He […]

It’s been a tough go for outfielder Kyle Tucker as of late, as the Chicago Cubs star is seemingly in the middle of a slump. With the playoffs looming around the corner, manager Craig Counsell announced what’s next for Tucker. Reports indicate that Tucker, who is 28 years old, will be getting multiple days off, […]

The Chicago Cubs jumped out to a big lead in the NL Central early in the season. Chicago still maintained an advantage in the division heading into the All-Star break. One of the big reasons for the Cubs’ success was the offseason acquisition of Kyle Tucker from the Astros. Tucker got off to a blazing […]

At the moment, it appears the Chicago Cubs have righted the ship. Following a series-opening loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Cubs rebounded to win their last two games over their division rivals. It was Chicago’s first series win since defeating the Baltimore Orioles in a set at the beginning of August. This collapse in […]

The Philadelphia Phillies recently placed starting pitcher Zack Wheeler on the 15-day IL after he was diagnosed with a blood clot. He underwent surgery over the weekend, and the organization has shared an update regarding Wheeler’s status. Reports indicate that Wheeler, who is 35 years old, had a successful surgery, according to Jason Dumas of […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton left his start against the Milwaukee Brewers early on Monday with an apparent injury. The Cubs have not released additional info as of this writing, but Bleacher Nation reports Horton is dealing with a blister. Regardless of the reason for his quick exit, it seems to be just about […]

Professional sports have become a haven for those seeking to escape, unwind, and enjoy some entertainment for a few hours. However, all too often, the athletes themselves come under fire from fans due to the amount of money they earn. Granted, the exorbitant sums of cash pro athletes make these days are borderline absurd. But […]

The NL Central is one of the more talked-about divisions in baseball right now, as the Milwaukee Brewers are playing as one of the best teams in the league. However, the Chicago Cubs aren’t going away either, as the team is in the mix for a potential Wild Card spot. Many have pegged Chicago as […]

It’s been a strange year for the Cleveland Guardians. After going to the American League Championship Series last year, the Guardians stumbled through the first half of the season, approaching the trade deadline with a sub-.500 record. To make matters worse, two Cleveland pitchers have been placed on MLB’s restricted list amid gambling investigations. Through […]

The 2025 MLB Power Rankings have had a small rotation of teams at the top, and the Milwaukee Brewers join them this week. Even with their 14-game winning streak snapped by the Cincinnati Reds, the Crew takes the top spot. The New York Mets have fallen again, even after winning a series. How do the […]

It was a fun night in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, especially for Mark Vientos and the New York Mets, as they defeated the Seattle Mariners at BB&T Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field to secure their second victory in a row and win the three-game series outright. Making the evening even more special, not just for […]