PITTSBURGH, PA – SEPTEMBER 02: Steven Souza Jr. #21 talks with Cameron Maybin #15 of the Chicago Cubs during the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on September 2, 2020 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) Texas football: Steve Sarkisian saves lives by way of Raising Cane’s by John Buhler The
Jacob deGrom, New York Mets. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) UFC Vegas 19: Curtis Blaydes vs. Derrick Lewis live results and highlights by Thomas Albano Jacob deGrom would not be opposed to only playing for the New York Mets in his MLB career. The New York Mets are the only big league organization Jacob deGrom has ever
The Braves appear to have gotten the ultimate bargain with Ronald Acuña Jr. once the news of Fernando Tatis Jr.’s deal dropped. The San Diego Padres broke baseball Twitter on Wednesday by handing out a new 14-year, $340 million contract for Fernando Tatis Jr. The 22-year-old has now gone from a bright young star to an
Noah Syndergaard, New York Mets. (Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports) Diamondbacks continue to institute ‘significant’ employee pay cuts by Robert Murray Noah Syndergaard and Trevor Bauer at going at it on Twitter to everybody’s enjoyment. When two stud pitchers like Noah Syndergaard and Trevor Bauer cannot battle on the baseball diamond, they must duke it
With no universal designated hitter slated for the 2021 season, San Diego Padres pitcher Yu Darvish came up with a hilarious alternative. The 2020 MLB season, much like everything else in our everyday lives, was altered due to the coronavirus pandemic. Considering the campaign was slashed down to 60 games, the league decided to experiment
Former Boston Red Sox center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. still remains on the open market. Here are three teams that should sign him. Pitchers and catchers reported to their respective teams for Spring Training on Wednesday, meaning the 2021 MLB season is getting that much closer. Even with preseason games set to take place in
This week, Inside the Clubhouse looks at Fernando Tatis Jr.’s historic deal, the contracts of Michael Brantley, Justin Turner and more. Fernando Tatis Jr. had a decision to make. Sign an extension now that would keep him with the San Diego Padres for the rest of his career or go year-to-year in arbitration and enter
Oct 8, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) reacts and signals safe after a play against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning during game three of the 2020 NLDS at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Padres sign Fernando Tatis, Jr. to massive 14-year
Fernando Tatis Jr. will spend the next 14 years of his already blossoming career in San Diego after signing an MLB record contract on Wednesday. He plays the game with infectious enthusiasm and flair. His talent, from booming home runs to his wizardry at shortstop, has already elevated him to superstar status. And, on Wednesday,
BALTIMORE, MD – SEPTEMBER 05: Clint Frazier #77 of the New York Yankees leads off first base during a game baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 5, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) If the Yankees are able to win a World Series title
Dodgers-Padres promises to be the marquee rivalry in Major League Baseball in 2021 and beyond Last October, the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres met in a highly-anticipated National League Division Series. The Dodgers, champions of the NL West for eight consecutive years, were trying to avenge years of heartbreaking postseason losses and win
The former NFL quarterback has announced his retirement from professional baseball on Wednesday. After pursuit of being a starting quarterback in the NFL ended in 2015, Tim Tebow decided to give professional baseball a try. In a much publicized tryout, the New York Mets signed him to a minor-league contract in 2016, where he played
With the San Diego Padres signing Fernando Tatis to a $340 million contract, here are the next three players likely to get a $300 million deal. On the day that pitchers and catchers reported to Spring Training, the San Diego Padres decided to solidify themselves as the kings of the Hot Stove season. Sure, they
Ronald Acuña Jr. stars for the Atlanta Braves these days, but he almost signed with the division rival Washington Nationals back in the day. What if I told you Ronald Acuña Jr. was this close to signing with the Washington Nationals instead of the Atlanta Braves? Braves Country, don’t worry about it. We’re cool. But for all
The Padres are letting the kid play long-term, with a 14-year extension for their franchise player in Fernando Tatis, Jr. Tatis, Jr. is coming off an outstanding, albeit controversial breakout season with the San Diego Padres. Known for his eccentric bat flips and otherwise blatant disregard for baseball’s old ways, Tatis, Jr. is bringing in
Jun 11, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Alex Colome (48) pitches during the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports Gabby Williams on her new teammate Candace Parker, legacy and the WNBA bubble by Gerald Bourguet Twins clinched Nelson Cruz signing with
CLEVELAND, OHIO – DECEMBER 16: The Cleveland Indians logo is seen at the team’s Progressive Field stadium on December 16, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland baseball team announced they will be dropping the “Indians” from the team name after the 2021 season. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Here’s how the Bulls can pry Lonzo
The Milwaukee Brewers have made a big move on Tuesday, agreeing to a one-year deal with left-handed pitcher Brett Anderson. Good news has arrived for Milwaukee Brewers fans: pitcher Brett Anderson isn’t going anywhere. After making an impact in the rotation for the team in 2020, Anderson was testing the free-agent waters and received interest
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 30: Pitcher Adam Warren #43 of the New York Yankees pitches in the third inning of an MLB baseball game against the Boston Red Sox on June 30, 2018 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. Boston won 11-0. (Photo by Paul Bereswill/Getty Images) The Yankees
Josh Hader (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) Spring Training begins in just a few weeks, but the MLB offseason remains full of surprises. While the likes of Francisco Lindor and Nolan Arenado have already been dealt thanks to a flawed MLB luxury task system and greedy owners (some might say, several All-Star caliber players remain
Rumors of Brett Gardner’s demise may be exaggerated. Aaron Boone certainly thinks he may return for one more season with the Yankees. Any Yankee fan writing off the possibility of Brett Gardner extending his tenure with the club needs to think again. Aaron Boone’s recent comments about the veteran outfielder make it clear there is
DJ Stewart, Baltimore Orioles. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) Indians hopeful to have fans at Progressive Field this season by Braulio Perez 3 reasons to watch UFC Vegas 19: Curtis Blaydes vs. Derrick Lewis by Raphael Garcia Every MLB team has hope this year, except for the flightless Baltimore Orioles. For 29 of the 30 MLB
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Trevor Bauer (27) stands for a portrait, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at the baseball team’s spring training facility in Goodyear, Ariz. Cincinnati Reds Spring Training 2 19 2020 Vikings between rock and a hard place with Kyle Rudolph by John Buhler Trevor Bauer clarifies jersey number choice with the Dodgers. Trevor
Drew Smyly, San Francisco Giants. (Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports) The Atlanta Braves have made some moves this offseason with the hopes of winning it all. 2020 was kind to the Atlanta Braves, as they won two postseason series and came up one win short of finally getting back to the World Series. Pitching issues and
CLEVELAND, OH – AUGUST 11: Jason Kipnis #27 of the Chicago Cubs runs out a double off starting pitcher Adam Plutko #45 of the Cleveland Indians during the third inning at Progressive Field on August 11, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Ron Schwane/Getty Images) Chiefs: Mecole Hardman has a huge chip on his shoulder
The Boston Red Sox have traded outfielder Andrew Benintendi to the Kansas City Royals after weeks of trade speculation. Over three years ago, Boston Red Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi finished in second for AL Rookie of the Year. But this offseason, the Red Sox front office was looking to ship their outfielder to another squad
The New York Yankees bolster their bullpen by agreeing to terms with free agent Justin Wilson. The New York Yankees accomplished their main offseason goal of re-signing star infielder D.J. LeMahieu to a six-year contract. While the Yankees did make additions, they also made some notable subtrations. This winter, New York traded relief pitcher Adam
The Minnesota Twins are in agreement with former Toronto Blue Jays starter Matt Shoemaker. The Minnesota Twins are still reeling from their sweep in their AL Wild Card Series against the seventh-seeded Houston Astros. Looking to make a deeper push in the postseason in 2021, the Twins re-signed slugger Nelson Cruz and brought in the
OAKLAND, CA – SEPTEMBER 29: Yusmeiro Petit #36 of the Oakland Athletics pitches during Game One of the Wild Card Round against the Chicago White Sox at RingCentral Coliseum on September 29, 2020 in Oakland, California. The White Sox defeated the Athletics 4-1. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images) NFL rumors: 3 teams that should
The Los Angeles Dodgers avoid arbitration with catcher Austin Barnes on Sunday. The past two weeks for the Los Angeles Dodgers has been pretty great for them. The team signed top free agent pitcher Trevor Bauer to a three-year deal, reunited with third baseman Justin Turner on a two-year pact and avoided arbitration with right-hander