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PHILADELPHIA -- It was an assumption, a poor one, by this reporter, that the scrum around Miguel Vargas' table during All-Star Game media availability would be less crowded, fierce and chaotic than the furor surrounding Munetaka Murakami. Apologies to all Spanish-language sports media, I was not adequately familiar with your game. The post Pregame notes: Munetaka Murakami is in the MLB Home Run Derby appeared first on Sox Machine .
The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby will take place on Monday night, with eight players set to compete for the title. There will be a new champion this year, as Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh, who has had a disappointing, injury-riddled season, will not defend his title. Among this year’s participants, the only former winner is […]
The Minnesota Twins' depth at catcher looks much better after the 2026 MLB Draft.
Jordan Walker has an epic custom bat for Monday night's Home Run Derby.
PHILADELPHIA — As the All-Stars gathered in Ashburn Alley to meet with media on Monday, the day before the Midsummer […]
PHILADELPHIA -- On the second and final day of the 2026 MLB Draft a trio of Trojans heard their names called as USC's Augie Lopez, Grant Govel and Adam Troy were all selected.
The Miz is in the middle of one of the greatest pitching seasons we've ever seen, but it hasn't resulted in a major payday — at least not yet.
After the defenseman filed for salary arbitration, the New York Rangers and Braden Schneider finally reached an agreement. Braden Schneider’s use of his leverage paid off. After filing for salary arbitration, the New York Rangers got to work, and the two sides agreed to a deal. Most importantly, it didn’t require intervention from an NHL third party. In more ways than one, both sides simply bought themselves more time to figure out the bigger picture. As reported by Elliotte Friedman, the...
It’s the All-Star break for Minor League Baseball too, but not before a hectic and happening weekend for the San Francisco Giants affiliates. Here’s everything you need to know about the action on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Link to the 2026 McCovey Chronicles Community Prospect List (CPL) All listed positions in the roundup are the […]
Early tests for the New York Giants’ newcomers are nearly here, with training camp just around the corner. The Giants have had a very busy offseason: they rebuilt the coaching staff, made a blockbuster trade, and fully embraced their youthful roster. The 2026 training camp will be nothing short of momentous for the G-Men, as […] The post What Are the Giants’ 3 Key Training Camp Position Battles? appeared first on The Lead .
Nate Isler was born in Charlottesville, Virginia but the family settled down in Milton, Georgia and the right-hander grew up there. He attended Cambridge High School and playing against fellow 2026 Mets draftee and fellow right-handed pitcher Luke McNeillie during Milton High School versus Cambridge High School rivalry games. A three-year letterwinner, he one-upped McNeillie, […]
TOLEDO, Ohio — On a muggy, 85-degree afternoon in downtown Toledo, Kaelen Culpepper stepped into the cage for the first round of batting practice for the St. Paul Saints. Step, crack. Step, crack. Step, crack. A National League scout watching from a distance has seen the same time and again from the 23-year-old and isn’t […] The post On the Right Track: How Kaelen Culpepper Is Betting on Himself appeared first on Just Baseball .
How to watch the 2026 Home Run Derby on Netflix: Full field list, start time (7 p.m. CT), and complete breakdown of the new no-timer rules. The post How to Watch the 2026 Home Run Derby on Netflix: Full Field, New Rules, Start Time appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The following article " Led by newcomer NBC, MLB national packages mostly up at the All-Star break " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . MLB regular season viewership is up across each of its national partners, led by newcomer NBC. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
A second player has been selected to the MLB in the 2026 draft class, as the Washington Nationals have selected Rutgers RHP Zack Konstantinovsky in the 14th round of the MLB draft. He joins Peyton Bonds, who was drafted in the third round by the Giants, as the two Rutgers players selected in the MLB […]
By Jared Figueroa For most diehard baseball fans, visiting every MLB ballpark is a lifelong dream. For Cronkite graduate Joshua Ortega, it became a month-long sprint across North America. In... The post ASU Alumnus Joshua Ortega, Completes Rare Journey of Visiting 30 MLB Stadiums in 30 Days first appeared on Sports360AZ .
The baseball world witnessed something special on the night of June 30, 2026. Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras stepped up to the plate against the Washington Nationals and launched a monstrous 421-foot, three-run homer into the night. But this wasn’t just any home run. As he rounded the bases, he shouted “Venezuela!” to […] The post What Is Willson Contreras’s Ethnicity and Religion? Exploring the Baseball Star’s Family Roots and Faith appeared first on EssentiallySports .
When two elite athletes come together, success is bound to follow. While baseball fans know Jac Caglianone’s girlfriend, Elli, for standing beside one of MLB’s brightest young stars, she’s been busy building a legacy of her own. A record-breaking libero, former University of Florida standout, and now a professional volleyball player, she has a journey […] The post Who Is Jac Caglianone’s Girlfriend? Everything You Need to Know About Elli McKissock appeared first on EssentiallySports .
White Sox star Munetaka Murakami sang Clarence Carter’s “Strokin’” on the Pat McAfee Show and the internet is losing it. The post Munetaka Murakami Just Sang Some “Strokin’” on the Pat McAfee Show appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Bryce Harper built a headline career with the Philadelphia Phillies. Through every contract, MVP speech, and playoff roar, Kayla Harper stood nearby. She isn’t background noise. She’s been there since high school, long before stadium lights and $330 million contracts. Their relationship grew from teenage dates in Henderson, Nevada, into a steady marriage rooted in […] The post Who Is Bryce Harper’s Wife, Kayla Harper? Everything You Need to Know About Kayla Harper appeared first on Essential...
Pitching where he's most comfortable, Cristopher Sánchez is ready to go for the 2026 All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. This week’s Pittsburgh Pirates question was who was the biggest All star game snub between Brandon […]
Here’s everything that you need to know about the 2026 Home Run Derby when it kicks off on Monday night.
Jac Caglianone reminded baseball fans of his immense power during the Royals’ recent series against the Baltimore Orioles, crushing his 15th home run of the season. The blast was another example of why Kansas City invested the sixth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft in the young slugger. Performances like these have quickly turned Caglianone […] The post What Is Jac Caglianone’s Ethnicity and Religion? Exploring the Baseball Star’s Family Roots and Faith appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The moment Junior Caminero shared the arrival of his baby daughter, fans celebrated alongside him, but many were left asking the same question: who is the woman sharing these life-changing moments with the Rays star? As interest in Junior Caminero’s wife continues to grow, so does the curiosity surrounding her life beyond the headlines. From […] The post Who Is Junior Caminero’s Wife? Everything You Need to Know About Francesca appeared first on EssentiallySports .
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