Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer is struggling with his fastball, and it’s easy to see why given his decline in spin rate against the Atlanta Braves. Bauer’s problem is a baseball issue, whether pitchers are willing to admit it or not. Now, I’m not suggesting pine tar is on the same level of a
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Cardinals ace Jack Flaherty’s injury update won’t make fans happy and will have a big impact on the NL Central race. St. Louis Cardinals ace pitcher Jack Flaherty’s return to the rotation is being delayed indefinitely. After being placed on the 10-day IL, the Cardinals are continuing to evaluate Flaherty and take their time bringing
Kris Bryant, Chicago Cubs. (Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) Baseball fans react to Mariners’ decision to send down Jarred Kelenic by Scott Rogust Lakers: 3 free agents Los Angeles needs to re-sign by Alicia de Artola The Chicago Cubs are not expected to make any money this season, despite winning games. Even if the Chicago
Albert Pujols left the Angels only to sign with the crosstown Dodgers. What was his thought process, and just how close did the future Hall of Famer come to a St. Louis reunion? The story arc of Pujols leaving the Angels is a controversial one, and something very few pundits saw coming given his enormous
BOSTON, MA – MAY 16: Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim looks on during the first inning of a game against the Boston Red Sox on May 16, 2021 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images) Former Chiefs assistant Britt Reid pleads not guilty in
Kansas City Royals pitcher Brady Singer loses mind on Angel Hernandez (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images) Tigers learn the hard way not to pitch to JD Martinez (Video) by Mark Powell Los Angeles Lakers nickname history explained by Kristen Wong Kansas City Royals pitcher Brady Singer lost his patience with home plate umpire Angel Hernandez.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole. (Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) Mike Trout agrees with Trevor Bauer on use of illegal foreign substances by Natalie Abele With MLB cracking down on pitchers using illegal foreign substances in games, will the likes of Gerrit Cole or Trevor Bauer face punishment? MLB has been in the news recently for going
Craig Kimbrel, Chicago Cubs. (Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports) The Chicago Cubs will never get better value than right now for relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel so who are playoff contenders that could trade for him ahead of the MLB trade deadline? While the Chicago Cubs have been one of the best teams in the
Sunday’s game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees was sent to extra innings due to an awful strike three call by the home plate umpire. The series finale between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox turned out to be an epic contest between the two heated rivals. But then, unfortunately,
This week, Inside the Clubhouse looks at the surging value of Adam Frazier, trade deadline sellers like the Pirates, Twins, D-Backs, and more. Adam Frazier will be the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top trade chip — and he’s already generating interest ahead of the July 30 trade deadline, according to major-league sources. Frazier, 29, is hitting .333/.396/.471
Spencer Turnbull throws the fifth no-hitter of the MLB season so far. It’s only mid-May. Turnbull’s no-no was the first for the Detroit Tigers since 2011. That, of course, was Justin Verlander in a 9-0 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. Overall, it was the eighth no-no in franchise history. Turnbull served as an unlikely
Minnesota Twins slugger Josh Donaldson isn’t a fan of pitchers using illegal sticky substances to increase spin rate. He called out one pitcher in particular: Gerrit Cole. Donaldson was only using Cole as an example, but the point remains that baseball does have an illegal substance problem. Whether it be pin tar or something else
The St. Louis Cardinals are in the market for starting pitching, and Nolan Arenado’s former team has a viable solution. Nolan Arenado made his unhappiness with the Colorado Rockies clear, and the St. Louis Cardinals ultimately got one of the best third baseman in baseball without having to give up much. Now, the Cardinals should be
White Sox center fielder Adam Engel. (David Banks-USA TODAY Sports) Jalen Ramsey calls out Rams for not anteing up for Julio Jones by Braulio Perez Adam Engel made a triumphant return to the Chicago White Sox outfield on Sunday, robbing a Tigers home run in his first appearance of the season. In his first game
May 17, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago White Sox center fielder Billy Hamilton (0) rounds third base and attempts to score during the fifth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports Lakers rumors: LA tried to trade Kyle Kuzma at the deadline by Braulio Perez Nationals worried about
Apr 12, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) reacts after striking out in the first inning during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports Draymond Green wants Suns fans to pay back his Devin Booker tampering fine by John Buhler Bashaud
Tony Wolters of the Chicago Cubs (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Diamondbacks start baseball love story to rival ‘Fever Pitch’ by Braulio Perez 3 sleepers the Minnesota Vikings drafted who could become stars by Brad Berreman Tony Wolters was out by a mile when he tried to steal home, but the home plate umpire
New York Yankees slugger Alfonso Soriano (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) Montrezl Harrell claims fans used grandmother’s death as means to troll him by Natalie Abele MLB rumors: Jeff Passan’s latest trade deadline update will excite Cubs fans by Natalie Abele Alfonso Soriano was in the stands for Friday’s New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox,
Chicago White Sox star Yermin Mercedes says his relationship with manager Tony La Russa is all good despite drama over unwritten rules. It hasn’t exactly been easy for Yermin Mercedes since he swung at a 3-0 pitch for a home run against the Twins. He’s hit just one home run in 17 games since White
Chicago White Sox designated hitter Yermin Mercedes (73) follows through on a swing for a two-run single during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports Mavs fans are taunting the Clippers by bringing up Luke Kennard’s contract by Natalie Abele Paul George can’t keep ‘Pandemic P’
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross had to separate catcher Willson Contreras and first baseman Anthony Rizzo during an argument in the dugout. The Chicago Cubs are in danger of being swept by the San Francisco Giants to start their California road trip, and it’s clear some players are frustrated. Manager David Ross had to step
FORT MYERS, FLORIDA – MARCH 14: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox hits a solo home run against the Minnesota Twins during the fifth inning of a Grapefruit League spring training game at Hammond Stadium on March 14, 2021 in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Watch Women’s College World Series:
Former Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow will have a tough time finding another job in baseball. When the Astros acquired Roberto Osuna in July of 2018, they put all morality to the side for the sake of improving their bullpen. While we all knew this, it’s shocking to see it in writing. An excerpt
Yankees star Aaron Judge. (Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports) Blazers ‘part ways’ with Terry Stotts after another first-round exit by Natalie Abele Boston Red Sox fans trolled the Yankees hard after winning Game 1 of their weekend rivalry series. The Sox won the first game of their series against the Yankees behind Nathan Eovaldi and Rafael
ESPN columnist Jeff Passan provided an MLB trade deadline update that is sure to excite Chicago Cubs fans. Take a deep breath, Chicago Cubs fans. The ship has sailed on the team shopping its core players. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the team is looking to add to its NL Central-leading roster ahead of the
Rob Refsnyder, Minnesota Twins. (Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports) 3 teams that could end Patrick Mahomes’ dream of 20-0 season by Dave Stevenson Minnesota Twins outfielder Rob Refsnyder was all gas, no brakes when crashing into the outfield wall at Oriole Park. If you want to see how the Minnesota Twins‘ season is going,
Freddie Freeman, Atlanta Braves. (Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) How much are Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul making for their fight? by Zain Bando Pablo Sandoval is a lovable member of the Atlanta Braves bench, serving as both a clutch pinch-hitter and one of the best teammates in baseball. Atlanta Braves slugger Freddie Freeman
With the Atlanta Braves struggling this season, the front office needs to be aggressive and make some trades to help out the club. Here we are in early June and things have not gone according to plan for Brian Snitker and the Atlanta Braves. As of this writing, the club is 26-28 on the year.
In the Braves’ most recent loss, manager Brian Snitker once again left Drew Smyly out on the bump for too long and it cost the team. Things just simply haven’t gone to plan for the Atlanta Braves this campaign. Entering the new season, the Braves seemed like legit threats to go on to compete for
Wrigley Field is one of the most famous ballparks in the world. Anybody going to a Chicago Cubs game might wonder: What’s the best bar near Wrigley? Established in 1914, Wrigley Field on Chicago’s North Side is the oldest park in the National League. Chicago Cubs fans have been through some heartbreaking years, but Wrigley’s