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I told you this Cubs offense would come alive at some point! I certainly didn’t expect all of it to explode in one game, though that was sure fun to watch. The Cubs matched their season high in hits (18) and set season highs for walks (11) and runs in a 16-2 demolition of the […]
The New York offense finally came up for air in the series finale against the White Sox, and it’s hard to even be too upset about it given how it had handled the White Sox in the previous two games, scoring double-digit runs in both of them. Now, they’ll take on the last-place Reds that […]
The Mariners have selected the contract of infielder/outfielder Weston Wilson. Fellow infielder/outfielder Miles Mastrobuoni has been designated in a corresponding move. Prior to the official announcement, Adam Jude of The Seattle Times noted Wilson was in the clubhouse. Daniel Kramer of MLB.com indicated Mastrobuoni would likely be designated for assignment to make room. Kramer suggests […]
Detroit Tigers (30-44) vs. Chicago White Sox (38-34) Time/Place: 6:40 p.m., Comerica ParkSB Nation Site: South Side SoxMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: LHP Tarik Skubal (3-3, 2.81 ERA) vs. RHP Erick Fedde (2-5, 4.50 ERA)
Blue Jays Little Cubs Lots As well as being a terrible baseball game, Vlad Guerrero left the game with a back issue after a swing. They are saying he will play tomorrow, but I wouldn’t bet on it. There are games like this, but I really didn’t expect it from Kevin Gausman. Kevin had four […]
DETROIT -- The White Sox lineup against left-handed starters has gone through many evolutions this year, what with Everson Pereira's various injuries and Derek Hill getting traded. So it might surprise to learn that the Sox offense has actually been awesome against lefties. Their collective 111 wRC+ against southpaws (.242/.329/.432) is the fourth-best mark in the league. A lot of that is Miguel Vargas hitting .325/.453/.662 against lefties this season, so the White Sox are trying to maximiz...
The road to winning a division in the MLB is never easy. After a tough series with the New York Yankees, the White Sox see themselves matched up with one of the best pitchers in baseball, Tarik Skubal. The game will carry some extra heat for Skubal, as he is making his first home start […]
New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. was forced to leave Thursday’s 5-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox early after taking a brutal crotch shot from a tipped foul ball during his at-bat. Apparently, the seven-year veteran has never worn a cup throughout his entire baseball career, and refuses to change even after the […] The post Why Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. still won’t wear cup after brutal crotch shot vs. White Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Atlanta Braves fans should remember the services of outfielder Jarred Kelenic from both the 2024 and 2025 season. Well, after signing a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers after electing free agency following a short stint with the Chicago White Sox, Jarred Kelenic is getting his contract selected by the Texas Rangers ahead of […] The post Rangers Select Contract of Recent Atlanta Braves Player in Roster Moves appeared first on HEAVY .
If you’re a believer in Baseball Reference, there have been only three pitchers in baseball this season who’ve been better than New York Yankees starter Cam Schlittler. One of them, by the slightest of margins (3.9 bWAR to 3.8), is Cincinnati Reds righty Chase Burns. So, if you’ve watched Chase Burns completely dominate opponents as […]
49ers The 49ers picked up DE Romello Height in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. San Francisco DL coach Kris Kocurek said he’s been impressed by Height’s speed, athleticism, explosion off the line, and pass-rushing ability. “Just the speed, athleticism, his explosion on get-off, and then, just natural pass rush ability,” Kocurek said, […] The post NFC Notes: Romello Height, Trent McDuffie, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Detroit Tigers, who open up a three-game set at Comerica Park against the American League Central Division rival Chicago White Sox, had penciled in fan favorite Justin Verlander to get the start on Sunday afternoon.It would have been his first start in Detroit as a Tigers pitcher since 2017, right before he was traded […] The post Tigers’ Justin Verlander Admits The Sad Truth After Latest Injury appeared first on HEAVY .
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander will not come off the injured list like he was initially expected to. Instead, Verlander will remain on the IL due to a hamstring injury, and he is expected to miss “weeks” with the concern. It is a brutal blow for the 43-year-old without question. Verlander made an honest […] The post Tigers’ Justin Verlander breaks silence with honest admission after concerning injury news appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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Ronel Blanco and Lance McCullers Jr. took steps toward rejoining the Astros’ pitching staff on Friday. Blanco made his first rehab start in a Florida Complex League game in West Palm Beach, while McCullers threw a live batting practice session at Daikin Park. Blanco struck out five while allowing one hit and one walk over […]
The Houston Astros have been without starter Lance McCullers Jr. for several weeks now.As detailed on their injury report, his IL date reflects May 19, retroactive to May 16.He was sidelined due to right shoulder inflammation, and his next steps are becoming clearer.Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. Makes ProgressPer Brian McTaggart of MLB.com (via X), 32-year-old […] The post Houston Astros Announce Next Steps for Lance McCullers Jr. appeared first on HEAVY .
The defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays are trying to regain their footing in the race for the playoffs after a slow start this season. They appeared to be moving in the right direction this week after sweeping a road series against the Boston Red Sox, but they suffered a blow in the first […] The post Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exits Cubs game with apparent injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
On Friday night, the San Diego Padres will begin their three-game series with the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.Most recently, the Padres the series finale 6-1 against the St. Louis Cardinals.Manny Machado went 1-for-3 with an RBI in the win.San Diego Padres Announce Manny Machado ChangeAhead of the series opener, the San Diego Padres […] The post San Diego Padres Announce Manny Machado Decision Before Rangers Series appeared first on HEAVY .
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart's one-of-one Topps Chrome Sapphire rookie card sold for a record-breaking price.
Oklahoma has some players who have seen UNC ace Jason DeCaro before, which can only help the Sooners' cause in Game 1 of the CWS Finals. The post Oklahoma to get another shot at North Carolina ace in Game 1 of CWS Finals appeared first on Saturday Down South .
On the 38-year-old ace's birthday, we're checking out if Jacob deGrom has found a new way to dominate hitters: his once-dormant changeup.
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss told reporters prior to tonight’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers that center fielder Michael Harris II could go on the IL with lower back issues if it doesn’t improve in the coming days. The team is hopeful an IL-stint can be avoided as he is semmingly doing better and he […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks‘ starting rotation took a tough hit. Right-hander Ryne Nelson has a partially torn flexor tendon, reports Arizona Sports 98.7 radio host John Gambadoro. Ryne Nelson has a partially torn flexor. Yilber Diaz being called up — John Gambadoro (@Gambo987) June 19, 2026 Nelson has been placed on the 15-day injured list, with […] The post Diamondbacks Lose Ryne Nelson to Concerning Injury, Face Rotation Questions appeared first on HEAVY .
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to receive a Brandon Woodruff boost soon. Woodruff, who is dealing with a shoulder injury, has been working hard to return. On Friday, Brewer manager Pat Murphy revealed when Woodruff will return to the starting rotation, via Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. “Brandon Woodruff will rejoin the Brewers’ rotation during the […] The post Brewers’ Pat Murphy drops huge Brandon Woodruff injury announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Left-hander Doug Nikhazy went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Cubs, per the transaction log at MLB.com. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Iowa. It’s the first outright of Nikhazy’s career. He won’t have the option to reject the assignment in favor of free agency. Chicago designated Nikhazy for assignment earlier […]