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Juan Soto is expected to be available ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline. The Washington Nationals superstar reportedly turned down a massive extension offer from the ball club which has led many to believe he will be traded. Naturally, big market teams such as the Dodgers and Yankees are already linked to him. But […]

The Houston Astros sent five players and manager Dusty Baker to the 2022 MLB All-Star game. The stars went to Dodger Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Dodgers, to engage in the festivities. They received boos from the crowd ahead of the game. The Astros in attendance got booed during introductions ahead of the game, which the […]

Mookie Betts let his shirt send a message during the MLB All-Star Game. The Los Angeles Dodgers donned a racial statement about needing more black people at baseball games – both as fans and as players on the field. Betts didn’t just leave it up to his shirt, though. The former American League MVP spoke […]

Two of Los Angeles’ biggest stars took center stage at Dodger Stadium on the first pitch of the MLB All-Star Game. In a Babe Ruth-esque move, Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani told Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw that he was swinging at the first pitch with a “full swing.” Ohtani did just […]

On Tuesday, the 92nd Major League Baseball All-Star Game was played at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. The New York Yankees sent six players to the Midsummer Classic, the most in the majors. Among them is the front runner for American League MVP at the break in Aaron Judge. Judge struck out in both […]

Giancarlo Stanton was the brightest star on MLB’s flashiest night of the season. The New York Yankees took home the All-Star Game MVP award honors at Dodger Stadium, in what is perhaps a Hollywood script in the making. Stanton hammered a two-run blast to left field that tied the game at two runs apiece, in […]

While it’s easy to believe the rumors going around about the Chicago White Sox and their internal issues, Tim Anderson wants fans to hear the truth from someone inside the clubhouse itself. According to the All-Star shortstop, there is no truth to all those talks about the White Sox clubhouse being in shambles. In fact, […]

It has been four months since Freddie Freeman put pen to paper on a massive $162 million, six-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Be that as it may, it is clear that the former National League MVP still holds the Atlanta Braves in a special place in his heart. So much has been made […]

Just prior to first pitch of Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game, National League starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw was interviewed in the dugout by Fox Sports’ Ken Rosenthal. The former Cy Young pitcher was asked what he had done to prepare to face this American League lineup that is completely stacked. His answer was both surprising and […]

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw made a memory for a fan that will last a lifetime at the MLB All-Star Game. In a presser at the Midsummer Classic, Kershaw spoke to reporters. The Dodgers star’s presser was about to finish when a young fan walked up to the podium. The fan’s name is Blake […]

Prior to Tuesday night’s MLB All-Star Game, there were a couple of moments that likely caused some tears to be shed. First, Academy Award winner Denzel Washington took center stage. He walked up to home plate and gave a speech on the 75th anniversary of Baseball Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. […]

New York Yankees star outfielder Aaron Judge has had question marks surrounding his future with the club ever since he rejected the team’s contract offer on Opening Day. So, it wasn’t particularly surprising to see the questions follow Judge to the MLB All-Star Game. ESPN’s Marly Rivera asked the Yankees star about a young fan […]

The New York Mets have been having a fantastic season. They enter the All-Star break leading the National League West by a couple of games ahead of the defending World Series champion Atlanta Braves at 58-35. What’s particularly impressive with what the Mets have done thus far is the success without Jacob deGrom and Max […]

St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols has authored many incredible moments throughout his illustrious career. From taking the sport by storm in his very first year, to the countless clutch hits he delivered in postseason games to his maddening year-to-year consistency, Pujols has had a career to remember. After a memorable final Home Run Derby, […]

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar outfield Mookie Betts is having a fantastic season. Going into the All-Star break, he is hitting .265 with 20 home runs, 63 runs scored, 47 runs batted in and six stolen bases. The home runs and runs scored are among the league leaders. That prompted him to be voted upon by […]

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber has proven to be one of baseball’s most explosive hitters. He has also been called one of the game’s best teammates.  As the All-Star break is underway, many of the game’s elite are currently gathered in Los Angeles. With Schwarber on his fourth team in the last two seasons, many […]

The Philadelphia Phillies were dealt a massive blow when star outfielder Bryce Harper was placed on the injured list with a broken thumb after he was hit on the hand during a game against the San Diego Padres. Harper was initially expected to miss six-to-eight weeks, but the team never provided a set timetable. Per […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are working tirelessly to turn their season around after a brutal start to the season. Under new leadership, the Phils went into the All-Star Break above .500 at 49-43. They’ve managed to shift the momentum in their favor despite missing key pieces like Jean Segura and MVP Bryce Harper. However, none of […]

New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter is the subject of a seven-part documentary on ESPN. The Captain, which details his time playing for the New York Yankees, aired its first episode on Monday after the MLB Home Run Derby. Not everyone had rave reviews for the documentary, however, including former Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon. […]

The issue of minor league player wages has gripped the MLB world. Most recently, the MLB was ordered to pay $185 million to current and former minor league players to settle a federal class action lawsuit involving allegations of alleged violations of minimum wage laws. Ahead of the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday, commissioner Rob […]

New York Yankees lefty Nestor Cortes has already informed fans that he plans on “going rogue” during the 2022 MLB All-Star Game. While most assumed he was referring to his unorthodox pitch delivery, that’s not the only unique aspect Cortes will bring to the Midsummer Classic. Ahead of his first-ever All-Star appearance, Cortes showed off […]

The Oakland Athletics are struggling in 2022 on the baseball field. However, their field condition has been called into question as well. The Athletics are expected to either move out of Oakland or get a new stadium in Oakland soon. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred recently dropped a brutally honest assessment of the Oakland Coliseum, per Bob […]

The 2022 MLB All-Star Game will start in just over six hours. Here are some popular prop bets brought to you by FanDuel. Check out our MLB odds coverage, for more betting content on Major League Baseball.   FanDuel is providing a bunch of different prop bets for bettors to have fun with. Whether it’s […]

The Boston Red Sox have had a rather interesting start to the 2022 season. They came out of the gates ice cold, before going on an absolute tear midway through May and June. As soon as the calendar flipped to July, though, they went cold again, causing them to head into the MLB All-Star break […]

Manny Machado on the New York Yankees? According to Machado, it almost happened. The current San Diego Padres superstar revealed that he believed he was going to be traded to New York in 2018. Instead, Machado was dealt from the Baltimore Orioles to the Los Angeles Dodgers. But Machado told reporters at Dodger Stadium that […]

The Midsummer Classic is finally here! FanDuel is providing odds for the MLB All-Star Game and has listed Shohei Ohtani as the MVP favorite. Take a look at our MLB odds series for more betting content on Major League Baseball.   Los Angeles Angels superstar and two-way player Shohei Ohtani is someone to keep an […]

The MLB All-Star Game is upon us and it should bring a lot of excitement! It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with an AL-NL prediction and pick. The American League roster is stacked with talent and wins this game just about every year. The AL hasn’t lost since 2012 when the NL won […]

Juan Soto is MLB’s biggest name at the moment. The outfielder began trending after he reportedly turned down a $440 million dollar extension from the Washington Nationals. This led many to believe that the Nationals will trade him ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline. Soto didn’t let the trade rumors get to his head, […]

The Oakland Athletics are pretty much an afterthought in MLB this season, owners of the worst record in the American League. Despite the abysmal season, Paul Blackburn has been a rare bright spot for the A’s, pitching phenomenally and earning his first-ever All-Star Game appearance. While fans were delighted for Blackburn, it seems that the […]

The Midsummer Classic will be front and center of the sports universe on Tuesday as the 2022 MLB All-Star Game will take place in the City of Angels! With the amount of star power geared up to go to battle out on the diamond, there are a plethora of names that could bring home the […]

It’s been almost a decade since New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter decided to hang up his cleats, but he has ascended back to the mainstream this year with the recent release of ESPN’s documentary centered on the former MLB shortstop’s life and baseball career. The seven-part documentary offers a rather more complete look at […]

Julio Rodriguez is a phenom. Fans of the Seattle Mariners are well aware of his ability. A select few die-hard baseball fans also understand how talent Rodriguez is. But other than that, many people aren’t in the know in reference to this 21-year old rookie. However, he changed all of that on Monday night at […]

Washington Nationals star Juan Soto won the Home Run Derby against Julio Rodriguez in thrilling fashion. In the process, he also made all kinds of history. The 23-year-old Soto beat Julio Rodriguez in the finals after hitting 19 homers to the rookie’s 18. In a rather entertaining tidbit, though, Soto defeated all his opponents by […]

The 2022 MLB Home Run Derby concluded with Washington Nationals star Juan Soto winning the prestigious event. Soto outslugged seven other competitors on his way to his first Derby win. Soto and his peers exploded with excitement once the outcome was sealed. Soto was spotted waving the Dominican national flag and being congratulated by rapper […]

Albert Pujols made headlines on Monday night after the St. Louis Cardinals icon turned back the clock during the 2022 Home Run Derby. The 42-year-old put on quite a show for the adoring crowd as he took down Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies in the opening round of the exhibition competition. Unsurprisingly, MLB Twitter […]

St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols was a legacy selection to the National League All-Star Team. At the Home Run Derby, his undeniable impact on the game was honored in a very excellent way. The 42-year-old future Hall of Famer competed in the Derby. He took on Philadelphia Phillies star Kyle Schwarber in the first […]

Washington Nationals star Juan Soto has been the talk of the MLB after he rejected a 15-year, $440 million contract offer from the club, essentially moving the team to begin trade discussions. It was no different ahead of Monday night’s Home Run Derby, which Soto is a part of. Soto, who was spending a lot […]

Washington Nationals star Juan Soto has been at the center of trade talks for some time now. And now New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has spoken out about possibly playing alongside Soto.  Soto, a two-time All-Star, is among the game’s brightest young players. As he and the Nationals have failed to come to terms […]

Seattle Mariners rookie Julio Rodriguez opened up the 2022 MLB Home Run Derby. Naturally, being a 21-year-old first-year player, many would expect Rodriguez to be showing his nerves. Well, if he was nervous, no one would have ever known it. The Mariners budding star clubbed 32 homers in the first round, equaling this wild feat […]