Kyle Hendricks and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres, 1-0, on Monday afternoon. Hendricks has already been tabbed as the Cubs Opening Day starter, and in consideration with that honor also got the team’s first opportunity to take the bump in spring training. So far, so good for Hendricks, as he pitched two
Miles Mikolas’ injury took the Cardinals by surprise, but he’ll be fine. Mikolas’ 2020 season was cut short due to injury, but he’s still just three years removed from an 18-win campaign in which he featured a 1.07 WHIP and 2.83 ERA. Assuming he can stay healthy, he’s guaranteed a spot in the Cardinals rotation
Domingo German’s return from a domestic violence suspension created drama in the Yankees clubhouse. Before German commented publicly to the media, or even his teammates for that matter, one of the Yankees most prominent voices spoke out at a press conference and via his public social media platform, suggesting the 28-year-old wouldn’t be welcomed back
Feb 22, 2021; Peoria, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish throws during a spring training workout at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports Cowboys: Dak Prescott has Patrick Mahomes-like contract expectations by Scott Rogust Yu Darvish’s slider might strike you out or seriously injure you. There is no in between.
Lance McCullers wants to sign a contract extension with the Astros, but he’s not sure the team feels the same. After missing all of 2019 due to Tommy John surgery, Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers had a solid return in 2020 (3.93 ERA, 9.2 ERA, 3.3 BB/9 over 11 starts-55 innings). A strong finish, with
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – SEPTEMBER 11: Rowan Wick #50 of the Chicago Cubs pitches in the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on September 11, 2020 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) Victor Oladipo may prefer free agency over Rockets’ offered extension by Scott Rogust Tommy Pham was inches away from
SAN DIEGO, CA – SEPTEMBER 22: Tommy Pham #28 of the San Diego Padres looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Petco Park on September 22, 2020 in San Diego, California. The Angels defeated the Padres 4-2. (Photo by Rob Leiter/MLB Photos via Getty Images) Cubs still trying to determine when
LAKELAND, FL – FEBRUARY 28: Fans sit in socially distant squares painted in center field during a spring training game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Detroit Tigers on February 28, 2021 at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Florida. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) Trey Mancini’s return to baseball after battle with
The sports world makes for a beautiful palette but individual images can get lost in the constant shuffle. Here are the best Getty Images sports photos from this week. Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Goaltender Tuukka Rask of the Boston Bruins follows the play as Joel Farabee of the Philadelphia Flyers and Jeremy Lauzon set up in front
Nolan Arenado, Colorado Rockies. (Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports) Chiefs: Tyreek Hill hilariously puts teammate on blast for gross in-game act by Mark Powell The Cardinals officially start spring training games on Sunday, as they face the Washington Nationals. The storyline of St. Louis’ spring training opener will be the debut of Nolan
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 06: Gary Sanchez #24 of the New York Yankees reacts after striking out against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning in Game Two of the American League Division Series at PETCO Park on October 06, 2020 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) Broncos: Drew
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 11: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning in game one of the American League Championship Series at PETCO Park on October 11, 2020 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) Cardinals
The Kansas City Royals’ busy offseason continues with the Hunter Dozer extension. The Royals are banking on their competitive window opening perhaps before most pundits initially thought. Kansas City, recently one of the bottom-feeders in the AL Central, has made some intriguing moves this offseason including the acquisition of Andrew Benintendi from the Boston Red
Feb 25, 2021; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) walks from the batting cage during spring training workouts at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports Dustin Pedroia shares motivational message with 2021 Red Sox by Braulio Perez Ohio State basketball vs. Michigan State live stream: Betting odds,
Javier Baez doesn’t want to leave the Cubs, so the ball is in their court. Jed Hoyer has a lot on his plate, with decisions on Baez, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Willson Contreras looming. Bryant and Contreras have been frequently shopped on the trade block, with neither commanding exactly what the Cubs were looking
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – MARCH 08: Tim Anderson #7 of the Chicago White Sox looks on against the Kansas City Royals on March 8, 2020 at Camelback Ranch in Glendale Arizona. (Photo by Ron Vesely/Getty Images) Browns: Rashard Higgins pleads with front office for new contract by John Buhler Peyton Manning’s advice to Trevor Lawrence ahead
2020 didn’t turn out to be the season a lot of players had in mind, but there are a handful of guys who should bounce back in 2021. Athletes are creatures of habit. They have their routines and they generally like to stick to that routine as much as possible. Baseball players are no exception.
Atlanta Braves. (Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports) Tim Tebow predicts how Urban Meyer will work with Trevor Lawrence by John Buhler 2021 NFL Draft: Atlanta Falcons 7-round mock by Rucker Haringey While the Atlanta Braves had a great year on the field, they took a beating financially in 2020. The Atlanta Braves are expected to
PORT ST. LUCIE, FL – MARCH 08: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets in action against the Houston Astros during a spring training baseball game at Clover Park on March 8, 2020 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The Mets defeated the Astros 3-1. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) Raiders low-key had one of
Based on his body of work over the last couple seasons, St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt has made a worthy declaration on Jack Flaherty. From his first start of the 2020 season to his second outing, St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty didn’t pitch at all for 25 days due to the team’s COVID-19
With his contract expiring at the end of this season, Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw says he has no plans to retire. The Los Angeles Dodgers made it quite evident to the baseball world that they fully intend on repeating as World Series champions. They avoided arbitration with pitcher Walker Buehler, re-signed third baseman
Sep 14, 2020; Miami, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Bryce Harper (3) reacts after missing during his at bat in the ninth inning of the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports Seahawks: K.J. Wright links his future with Russell Wilson’s by Mark Powell Bryce Harper knows
If 2021 is indeed the final season of Albert Pujols’ career, he’ll leave as one of the greatest hitters baseball has ever known. How will the career of Albert Pujols be remembered? Will it be the phenom who broke into the league with the St. Louis Cardinals and immediately established himself as one of the
Red Sox pitcher Chris Sale isn’t salty that Mookie Betts won a World Series away from Boston. To be fair to Betts, he didn’t demand a trade from the Red Sox to the Los Angeles Dodgers. What becomes of the prospects Boston got in return remains to be seen, but the Red Sox got what
Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports The Braves produced an NL MVP in 2020. Could they do it again? There are three extremely promising candidates ready to battle for the award. The 2020 MLB season was as unique as they come, with players rising to meet the challenge of playing
Inside the Clubhouse this week: Kevin Mather said the quiet part loud, Lorenzo Cain could be big for Milwaukee and more. The Seattle Mariners were gifted Jarred Kelenic. They’re somehow finding a way to possibly screw it up. In a 46-minute, tone-deaf rant to the Bellevue Breakfast Rotary Club in a video call on Feb. 5,
MIAMI, FLORIDA – APRIL 01: Yoenis Cespedes #52 of the New York Mets looks on during batting practice prior to the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on April 01, 2019 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Outfielder Yoenis Cespedes are holding a showcase for interested clubs on March 2. Here
St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt notes the absence of Hall of Fame legends Bob Gibson and Lou Brock in Spring Training. The St. Louis Cardinals had themselves a successful offseason in terms of team transactions. Not only did they retain franchise mainstays Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina, but they also managed to pull off
Miguel Cabrera (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) Tom Brady fires off funny tweet, and it’s peak offseason by Mark Powell Tigers manager A.J. Hinch seems convinced he should play Miguel Cabrera at first base. Miggy’s days as a respectable defensive player are long gone. Thanks to lower-body injuries, age and body type, Cabrera can’t field
Bryce Harper has officially joined the team at Spring Training and the superstar slugger looks absolutely jacked. Baseball is back and life is good for Philadelphia Phillies fans everywhere. Well, what could make things better? How about Bryce Harper showing up to Spring Training looking like a totally different man. That’s right, the Phillies shared