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New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is currently on the injured list due to a sprained right big toe, and he is not going to be in attendance for the 2023 All-Star Game in Seattle because of it. Judge took to Twitter to release a statement regarding not attending, despite being voted a started in […]

The New York Yankees have fired hitting coach Dillon Lawson, according to Jack Curry of YES Network. Dillon Lawson has been the Yankees’ hitting coach since the 2022 season, and he was promoted form within after Marcus Thames was let go after the 2021 season. Lawson’s philosophy is embraced throughout the minor leagues within the […]

As the All-Star break arrives, the Miami Marlins finished out the first half as one of the most surprising teams in the MLB. Miami’s strong start has the Marlins in a strong position to make a strong second half run. At 53-39, the Marlins have the highest first half win total in team history. Their […]

Shohei Ohtani appears to be on his way to becoming a consensus and perhaps unanimous run-away winner of the American League Most Valuable Player Award for the second time in his career. The dynamic two-way performer appears to be the most unique talent in Major League Baseball’s history, and speculation on the next phase of […]

Heading into the All-Star break, the Atlanta Braves hold the best record in baseball at 60-28. For the Braves to be as good as they are, Atlanta has relied on their consistency. In terms of the long ball, the Braves have been on a torrid pace. With Travis d’Arnaud going yard against the Tampa Bay […]

It was a short day at the office for Chicago Cubs manager David Ross on Sunday. Ross got ejected in the bottom of the first inning of the Cubs’ final game ahead of the All-Star break against the New York Yankees, but he did make sure to get his money’s worth. After home plate umpire […]

The Toronto Blue Jays already had four All-Star nominations when the original roster came out. However, after an  Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez’s decision, the Blue Jays will add another All-Star to the mix. Toronto closer Jordan Romano has been named Valdez’s All-Star replacement, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Valdez was not going to […]

The New York Mets’ All-Star representatives for 2023 are Pete Alonso and Kodai Senga. Numerous other big-name players on the team have not played well enough to get a nomination. Francisco Lindor has been very good but has once again struck out on getting All-Star recognition in his time with the Mets. Lindor is often […]

Being a catcher is hard work. The catcher is arguably the hardest defensive position in baseball. You’re tasked with calling pitches against at least nine different batters, all with different styles. You are also responsible for preventing players from scoring runs and stealing bases. A catcher who is great defensively and is a monster at […]

San Diego Padres star Blake Snell has thrown like one of the best pitchers in the NL this season and proved it in his latest start against the New York Mets. However, for as impressive as Snell has been, he still didn’t receive an All-Star nomination. His start against the Mets saw the Padres come […]

Ken Griffey Jr. is one of the biggest MLB legends ever. He has always looked to give back to the game following his Hall of Famer career and was given the perfect opportunity to do so in the 2023 MLB Al-Star Game festivities hosted by the team he grew into a superstar with, the Seattle […]

On Sunday, we have a full slate of baseball on July 9th and FanDuel is running a same-game parlay that’s paying out over 16-1 odds. We take a look at this same-game parlay on our MLB prop odds series this Sunday, July 9th. With a ton of options on the board, it is always good […]

With the All-Star break looming, fantasy baseball managers won’t have to worry about filling out their daily roster for a couple of days. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t gems to find on Week 16 waiver wires. The All-Star break gives both MLB franchises and fantasy baseball owners to truly analyze their team. For the […]

The 2023 Home Run Derby is among us and it should be an entertaining spectacle as it always is. We are here to share our MLB odds series, while making a home run derby winner prediction and pick for the hitting spectacle. The 2023 home run derby will see eight men vying for the chance […]

On Sunday July 9th, we have a full slate of baseball and FanDuel is running a no runs first inning parlay that’s paying out over 2-1 odds. We take a look at this no runs first-inning parlay on our MLB prop odds series this Sunday, July 9th. With a ton of options on the board, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have managed to turn things around after their extremely slow start to the 2023 MLB season, and with just one game left before the All-Star break, they have climbed all the way up to a 48-40 record. Despite that, the Phillies have been forced into a tough decision right before they reach […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to avoid being swept on the road as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. This game will continue our MLB odds series with a Pirates-Diamondbacks prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Pittsburgh has not been able to get anything going in the […]

The Colorado Rockies travel to the bay area to take on the San Francisco Giants in a rubber match Sunday afternoon. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Rockies-Giants prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. The starting pitchers for this game […]

On Sunday, July 9th, we have an early afternoon game in Washington D.C. as the Nationals take on the visiting Texas Rangers in game three of their three-game series. FanDuel is running an MLB Quick Hit promotion that involves tonight’s early game between the Rangers and the Nationals. We take a look at this MLB […]

Elly De La Cruz is a problem, and the Milwaukee Brewers experienced that first-hand against the Cincinnati Reds. The star rookie stunned everyone watching when he made this stunning triple steal play. It was a play that epitomized just how insanely good De La Cruz has been in the majors ever since he was called […]

The New York Mets visit the San Diego Padres in a battle of two of the more disappointing teams in the MLB. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Mets-Padres prediction and pick while letting you know how to watch, as well. Here are the Mets-Padres MLB odds, courtesy […]

Elly De La Cruz continues to showcase more lighting than a thunderstorm. The Cincinnati Reds shortstop/third baseman is becoming one of MLB’s biggest stars for his unreal speed, power and energy. He wrote his name into the history books yet again with an amazing feat of base stealing against the division rival Milwaukee Brewers. After […]

The Seattle Mariners are going for the series win against the Houston Astros Sunday afternoon! This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Mariners-Astros prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. The Mariners seem to have the Astros number as they lead the […]

The Boston Red Sox seemed to be out for the count heading into the month of July, but after getting swept by the Miami Marlins, they have turned around and won seven of their past eight games to push their record back up to 47-43. There’s just one more game before the All-Star break, and when […]

The Cincinnati Reds have taken over first place and are going for the series win over the the second place Milwaukee Brewers. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Reds-Brewers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. The Brewers took game one […]

The Atlanta Braves added another win to their record with a 6-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday night at Tropicana Field. However, it hasn’t been a 100 percent rosy night for the MLB-leading Braves, with reliever AJ Minter leaving the game with an apparent injury. Via David O’Brien of The Athletic: “A.J. Minter […]

Is there a more electrifying athlete than Elly De La Cruz anywhere in professional baseball? The rookie phenom from the Cincinnati Reds did his part to claim the title with an eye-catching performance not seen in the Major Leagues in more than 54 years. https://twitter.com/SNstats/status/1677814124137312257 Elly De La Cruz of the @Reds is the only […]

The Detroit Tigers gave their fans something to remember for a very long time when their pitchers Saturday night combined for a no-hitter to completely neutralize the offense of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the rest of the Toronto Blue Jays. Alex Lange made sure the Tigers will complete the rare pitching feat when he earned […]

Los Angeles Dodgers utility man Chris Taylor received his target return date from injury from Dave Roberts. Roberts said he expects Taylor to return for the beginning of the second-half of the season following the All-Star break, per Bill Plunkett. Taylor, who was an All-Star back in 2021, struggled in 2022 and has continued to […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been troubled throughout the first half of the year with a slew of injuries to their pitching staff. While the team appears to be making up some ground on the first-place Arizona Diamondbacks in recent days, the return to health of star pitcher Clayton Kershaw is vital to having a […]

It initially felt like the Tampa Bay Rays were merely falling victim to the law of averages, but after a brutal injury update, fans can only conclude that it is instead Murphy’s Law currently wreaking havoc within the clubhouse. Trusted right-handed pitcher Drew Rasmussen, who has been on the injured list since May with a […]

Every Philadelphia Phillies fans’ worst nightmare occurred right in front of their eyes during the third inning of the team’s Saturday game against the Miami Marlins. Superstar slugger Bryce Harper was hit by a pitch on his surgically repaired elbow and later exited the game with an apparent injury, per Corey Seidman of NBC Sports […]

While it can be said about most midseason exhibitions, the MLB All-Star Game has especially become diluted over the years. Clashes between superstars is always intriguing, but the magic is just not there anymore for many fans. The rare chance to witness a defining moment in a player’s career, though, adds a much-needed awe factor […]

It has been the most difficult of years for outfielder Jesse Winker of the Milwaukee Brewers. The outfielder hoped to give his new team a burst of power, but he has yet to hit his stride this season. 2023 Jesse Winker: .199 AVG/.253 SLG/1 HR2008 CC Sabathia: .229 AVG/.333 SLG/1 HR pic.twitter.com/lnGotADHb6 — The Barrel […]

As we are now just past the half way mark in the MLB season, it’s almost time for the Midsummer Classic and all its festivities that come with it, including the 2023 MLB Home Run Derby. This year’s event is liable to be another entertaining showcase, if for nothing else that we’re getting a lot […]

The New York Mets take on the San Diego Padres. Our MLB odds series has our Mets Padres prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Mets Padres. The New York Mets and San Diego Padres have had good weeks this past week. That has been rare for both ballclubs, still several games under .500 […]

The Chicago Cubs have been a streaky team this season, and when they have been able to stack wins together, shortstop Dansby Swanson has played a key role in his first year with the team. The shortstop has played well enough this season to earn a spot on the National League All-Star team. Dansby Swanson […]

Three Detroit Tigers pitchers combined to throw a no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays Saturday afternoon. Starter Matt Manning went 6.2 innings and then handed the game off to the bullpen. Tigers reliever Jason Foley recorded four outs, and Alex Lange pitched a perfect ninth inning to complete the no-hitter. The Tigers beat the Blue […]

The Seattle Mariners take on the Houston Astros. Our MLB odds series has our Mariners Astros prediction and pick. Find out how to watch Mariners Astros. The Houston Astros have, all things considered, done well in recent weeks with Yordan Alvarez injured and unvailable. One of the bigger storylines of the first half of the […]