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The Texas Rangers have struggled to find their footing in 2026, entering Sunday at third place in the AL West with their 36-40 record. Now, the franchise has been forced to alter their pitching rotation. Right-handed pitcher Jack Leiter has been sent to the 10-day injured list with a right ankle posterior impingement, the team […] The post Rangers make unfortunate Jack Leiter injury move appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The precipice of getting swept: a familiar, yet unfamiliar, circumstance on the South Side as of late. Familiar because, hey, we watched this team in 2023, 2024 and 2025. It’s not like we didn’t see the brooms get broken out with more regularity than just about any set of fans, ever. Hell, they got swept […]
Go Rays!
It’s series finale time, as the San Francisco Giants finish off their South Beach series against the Miami Marlins with some Sunday day baseball. The Giants are sending ace Logan Webb (4-4, 3.46 ERA) to the mound, against right-hander (and Santa Rosa native) Ryan Gusto (0-2, 7.24 ERA). Enjoy the Sunday baseball, everybody. Game #78 […]
It’s raining in Chicago today, and the conclusion of the Jays’ seties with the Cubs has been preemptively bumped to August: As Wilner notes, this is a really tough break. Instead of a pretty favourable matchup against Shota Imanaga [not Seiya Suzuki, who is a DH, apologies for the error in the original version of […]
After the Rays took game one, the Nats grinded out a one run win in game two of the three game set. That sets the stage for a rubber match this afternoon. The Nats will look to win yet another series, while the Rays look to stay hot at home. Blake Butera made a few […]
The New York Yankees have been up and down over the last week, splitting their last four games ahead of Sunday’s series finale at home against the Cincinnati Reds. On the mound for that game will be young star Chase Burns, who is having another strong season for the Reds in 2026. Recently, Yankees manager […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Boone recalls haunting memories of Chase Burns’ debut before Father’s Day clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .
We were dazzled on Friday night, and disappointed yesterday. The Yankees, and certainly the readership, are hoping to be at least satisfied come Sunday afternoon, as the club looks to win yet another series, this time against the Reds. It’s not going to be easy — Chase Burns isn’t quite Cam Schlittler, but he is […]
The New York Yankees have been playing some good baseball this season, and at this point of the year, they could afford to give a key player some rest. That key player is Gerrit Cole, who was scheduled to start in Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, but Aaron Boone wanted to give him an […] The post Yankees’ Gerrit Cole shuts down injury concerns despite Sunday scratch appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Matthew Boyd's rehab start could be exactly the boost the Cubs need as they fight to stay afloat in the NL Central race before the All-Star break.
The Suns have quickly re-signed a couple of their young players on team-friendly deals, which should bode very well for the Celtics this summer.
The Padres announced that utilityman Nick Solak has been designated for assignment. Miguel Andujar was activated from the 10-day injured list in the corresponding move. The transactions are a clean reversal from June 13, when Andujar was (retroactively) placed on the IL with a left hamstring strain and San Diego selected Solak’s contract from Triple-A […]
If Blue Jays fans had their way, these players wouldn't survive June. The list includes Jeff Hoffman, who's been nothing short of a disappointment.
On Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers will finish their series with the Baltimore Orioles in California.The teams are tied up at 1-1, so whoever wins on Sunday will take the series.Most recently, the Dodgers lost by a score of 3-2 on Saturday.Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Roster NewsDuring their series with the Orioles, the Dodgers announced […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Roster News During Orioles Series appeared first on HEAVY .
The Braves are going for the sweep. The offense has to wake up and Elder has to set the tone early to bounce back from his last outing. First pitch is set for 1:35 p.m. EDT Game Notes Lineup Preview
The Athletics announced five roster moves, including the previously reported selection of Joey Meneses‘ contract from Triple-A Las Vegas. The A’s also selected the contract of left-hander Matt Krook, and optioned infielder Alika Williams to Triple-A. To create 40-man roster space, the Athletics designated Scott Barlow for assignment and moved Luis Severino from the 15-day […]
Let’s not let the last couple of wins fool anyone. As currently constructed, the Red Sox still aren’t good enough to make a serious playoff run.Yes, they’ve taken the first two games in Seattle and have a chance to complete a sweep before heading to Coors Field to face the Rockies. But two wins don’t erase the bigger issues that have plagued this team for months.
The Philadelphia Phillies are continuing their search for outfield help despite an unexpected offer from Bryce Harper. Harper told the Phillies he would be willing to temporarily move back to right field if doing so would help the club acquire a right-handed bat before the trade deadline., according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Philadelphia, […] The post Phillies rumors: Philadelphia shuts down Bryce Harper’s eye-opening offer amid trade buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints .
It’s not raining in Chicago right now but there’s a forecast of rain all afternon and evening. And so, today’s 1:20 p.m. CT game between the Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays at Wrigley Field has been postponed due to forecasted inclement weather. The makeup game is scheduled for Thursday, August 6 at 1:20 p.m. […]
The Diamondbacks announced that right-hander Yilber Diaz has been designated for assignment. This is the corresponding move to create space on the 26-man and 40-man rosters for Jose Cabrera, whose previously reported contract selection is now official. Arizona also called up left-hander Kohl Drake from Triple-A Reno and optioned southpaw Philip Abner to Triple-A. Diaz […]
Condolences to the many members of the national media who have been hoping and praying to see the Astros sell at the deadline, and have their roster picked apart to go to other teams. That doesn’t appear to be happening. According to a report from longtime MLB insider Bob Nightengale, the Houston Astros intend to […]
Rochester Red Wings 14, Toledo Mud Hens 1 (box) An 11-run sixth inning led to a 14-1 loss for the Toledo Mud Hens on Saturday. Scott Effross and Carl Edwards Jr. were decent through the first four frames. They combined for nine straight outs after a leadoff single, but Christian Franklin broke the shutout with […]
With the heat of midsummer upon us and the MLB trade deadline approaching, the power balance of the league is shifting in a big way. Contenders are working out the final holes on their rosters and those who didn’t meet expectations are starting to look ahead. No team has telegraphed this pivot more clearly than […] The post Cardinals’ perfect trade offer for Giants’ Matt Chapman appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Chicago Cubs were to set to play the series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays on June 21 at 1:20 P.M. CST. However, due to heavy rain in Chicago the game has officially been postponed.The game will be rescheduled to August 6 at 1:20 P.M. CST in Chicago. The Cubs will have just been […] The post Cubs-Blue Jays Game Postponed Due to Inclement Weather: When Will They Reschedule? appeared first on HEAVY .
Darryn Peterson's decision to only work out with the Washington Wizards instead of the Utah Jazz or others ahead of the 2026 NBA draft is reportedly about his self-belief in going No. 1 overall and not about those specific teams.