After getting hit by a pitch on Friday, Javier Baez returned to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday for batting practice. The Chicago Cubs made minimal moves this Hot Stove season, with the exceptions being the signings of pitcher Jake Arrieta and outfielder Joc Pederson. While in cost-cutting mode, the Cubs do stand a chance of
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After trading Nolan Arenado, the Colorado Rockies should just trade these five players and complete their roster tear-down. No one said it would be easy, but Nolan Arenado though the Colorado Rockies would spend money to compete when he signed and eight-year, $260 million deal just under two years ago. Trade rumors surrounded Arenado as
Albert Pujols expressed his desire to retire alongside longtime St. Louis Cardinals teammate Yadier Molina. Albert Pujols created quite the stir this spring after an Instagram post by his wife insinuated that he would be retiring at the end of the 2021 season. However, said post was amended later, clarifying that he was entering the
The Cleveland Indians might entertain a long-term deal with Shane Bieber, but should he be hesitant? Over the last two seasons, Shane Bieber has become one of the best pitchers in baseball. After going 15-8 with a 3.28 ERA, a 10.9 K/9 and a 1.7 BB/9 in 2019, and finishing fourth in AL Cy Young
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 16: Starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi #12 of the Minnesota Twins (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) Bryce Harper hits a bomb in first spring training at-bat of 2021 (Video) by Mark Powell NBA rumors: Nets leaders in the clubhouse for Blake Griffin by Bre’ana Singleton The Houston Astros are making a player
ANAHEIM, CA – SEPTEMBER 18: Albert Pujols #5 of the Los Angeles Angels as he hits career home run No. 661 passing Hall of Famer and San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays and sole possession session of fifth place on baseballs all-time home run list in the fifth inning of the game against the Texas
MESA, ARIZONA – MARCH 03: Anthony Rizzo #44 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after his two run home run against the Seattle Mariners in the fourth inning on March 03, 2021 at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) Checking NCAA Basketball futures as March Madness looms by Sponsored Content Seahawks: Russell
Nick Madrigal, Chicago White Sox. (Mandatory Credit: David Kohl-USA TODAY Sports) Seahawks’ star D.K. Metcalf sends message to his haters on LinkedIn by John Buhler Jose Canseco boldly accuses Mark McGwire of being a cheater by John Buhler Chicago White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal believes he can amass 3,000 hits at the big-league level.
As Matt Carpenter finds a new role with the St. Louis Cardinals, what is his best-case scenario for the coming season? The shortened 2020 MLB season was a tough one for a lot of players, and Matt Carpenter was among them. Over 50 games (169 plate appearances), he hit just .186/.325/.314 with four home runs,
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – SEPTEMBER 12: Javier Baez #9 of the Chicago Cubs waits in the on deck circle in the second inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on September 12, 2020 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) Browns: Wyatt Teller’s offseason activities include carrying full-grown alligators (Video) by John Buhler Raiders
Shohei Ohtani made his first start of Spring Training on Friday against the Oakland Athletics and looked to be back to the pitcher he was in 2018. The stuff wasn’t as good as it can be, but for the Los Angeles Angels, watching Shohei Ohtani pitch in a game for the first time this spring,
The top remaining free agent in baseball, Jackie Bradley Jr., has officially signed and there are winners and losers across the board. After a slow winter in baseball, the hot stove finally heated up over the last month. Big trades and top free agents moving across the country have paid off what was a pretty
Freddie Freeman, Mike Foltynewicz, Atlanta Braves. (Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports) Angels: Shohei Ohtani’s spring pitching debut a step in right direction by David Salituro Freddie Freeman had a good time trolling Mike Foltynewicz at his former Atlanta Braves teammate’s expense. Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman may be the reigning NL MVP, but he
Adam Ottavino is Brooklyn born, so playing for the Boston Red Sox will take an adjustment. Ottavino was acquired from the Yankees in a salary dump. Brian Cashman has acknowledged after the fact that the deal will probably hurt the Yankees in the short term, especially with Ottavino playing in the same division. However, it
In his return to the Baltimore Orioles after battling colon cancer, first baseman Trey Mancini received a standing ovation and recorded a hit in his first at-bat. For the first time in four months, live baseball games graced our television screens and streaming devices. While Miami Marlins shortstop Jazz Chisholm owns the distinction of hitting
This week, Inside the Clubhouse looks at how the Brewers plan to use Jackie Bradley Jr., how Jake Odorizzi might fit in Houston and more. This is the way that the Milwaukee Brewers have operated under owner Mark Attanasio and president of baseball operations David Stearns. They check in with every free agent, monitor their
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 14: Cristian Pache #14 of the Atlanta Braves hits a solo home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the third inning in Game Three of the National League Championship Series at Globe Life Field on October 14, 2020 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) Hawks will replace head
Rough news has arrived for the Houston Astros and manager Dusty Baker, as it’s been announced starting pitcher Framber Valdez has suffered a fractured ring finger. Spring training just got underway and the Houston Astros have already been dealt a big bummer out on the injury front. That’s because left-handed starting pitcher Framber Valdez, coming
The Arizona Diamondbacks are facing some adversity already down at spring training, with outfielder Kole Calhoun set to undergo knee surgery. While the Arizona Diamondbacks are hoping to make plenty of noise in 2021, the season may not start with one of their top players in the lineup. Unfortunately for the NL West team, starting
Oct 15, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Edwin Rios (43) celebrates in front of Atlanta Braves catcher Travis d’Arnaud (16) after hitting a home run during the third inning of game four of the 2020 NLCS at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports Yannick Ngakoue rumors: 5 best
If the Chicago Cubs want to prevent the St. Louis Cardinals from walking away with the NL Central title, then they must add to their starting rotation in 2021. Earlier this winter, little to nothing happened in the NL Central in terms of transactions. But then, the teams awoke from their deep slumber and began
The universal DH and expanded postseason are “dead Issues” for the 2021 MLB season, according to a report from The Athletic. If you enjoyed the universal DH or expanded postseason in 2020, then there’s bad news. If you’re a baseball purist who didn’t like them, there’s good news: MLB isn’t planning to go forward with
TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 28: Toronto Blue Jays players stand in the dugout prior to the game against the New York Yankees during a spring training game at George M. Steinbrenner Field on February 28, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) Baylor basketball vs. West Virginia live stream: Odds, channel, prediction
Chicago White Sox superstar Jose Abreu revealed its his dream to sing the National Anthem before a game down the road. In recent years, Jose Abreu has solidified himself as one of the best players in the American League. We saw that last year, with him beating out the competition and taking home MVP honors
The Braves are one piece away from potential World Series contention, and it’s obvious. The Atlanta Braves have addressed several needs this offseason. The once-shoddy rotation depth? No longer an issue, thanks to the signings of Charlie Morton and Drew Smyly. How would they replace Marcell Ozuna? Not an issue, considering they inked Ozuna to
Zack Greinke, Houston Astros. (Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports) Baylor basketball: Bears win conference title for first time since 1950 by John Buhler Mets: Marcus Stroman’s pregame routine is incredibly rare and enlightening by John Buhler Zack Greinke is a man of many talents on the diamond, but he is still chasing a sacred
Marcus Stroman, New York Mets. (Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports) Astros: Zack Greinke chasing rare milestone for pitchers at the plate by John Buhler Marcus Stroman has an odd pregame routine, but then again, this is baseball after all. Wade Boggs used to eat chicken and Marcus Stroman toes the opposite side of the
Angel Hernandez, MLB. (Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports) NFL rumors: Ravens and Lamar Jackson far apart in contract talks by Braulio Perez Steelers: Stephon Tuitt pays tribute to fallen teammate Louis Nix by Braulio Perez The St. Louis Cardinals’ broadcast team of Dan McLaughlin and Jim Edmonds are roasting home plate umpire Angel Hernandez
Philadelphia Phillies infielder Ronald Torreyes (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) Packers: Green Bay’s backup plan after missing out on J.J. Watt by Scott Rogust Hot takes shouldn’t be allowed until after spring training, especially for Phillies fans. Phillies fans know more than most to be patient. Spring training is far from the final product —
SEATTLE, WA – AUGUST 06: Seattle Mariners President & Chief Operating Officer Kevin Mather speaks to the crowd during a jersey retirement ceremony honoring Ken Griffey Jr. prior to the game between the Seattle Mariners and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Safeco Field on August 6, 2016 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto