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The D-Backs placed rookie outfielder Tommy Troy on the 10-day injured list with an AC joint sprain in his right shoulder. The placement is retroactive to July 12. Arizona didn’t announce a corresponding move and is unlikely to do so until Friday, when they open a big series against the Cardinals. Injured list moves over […]
The Milwaukee Brewers turned some heads amid the MLB All-Star break, as they made a deal with the Houston Astros to acquire right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. Milwaukee made the trade amid injuries to its pitching staff, with Brandon Woodruff recently placed on the 60-day injured list and Kyle Harrison on the 15-day injured list. McCullers [...]
Canadian Wildfires Bring New Concerns for Outdoor Sports Across the U.S. The post Could Wildfire Smoke Impact Baseball Games? What Fans Need to Know appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Baseball fans only have to wait one day after the All-Star break before Mets vs Phillies returns on ESPN. Here is how to watch Thursday's game. The post Missing Baseball Already? Fans Only Have to Wait One Day for Mets vs Phillies appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The New York Yankees have been in a rut as of late–but the same can’t be said about prospect Wilberson De Pena. De Pena, 19, is currently at the Florida Complex League for New York, and he’s been filthy. In 51 games, De Pena has a 1.085 OPS and has launched 16 home runs with 61 RBI. In […] The post New York Yankees’ Teenage Phenom Making Waves in Minor Leagues appeared first on HEAVY .
The Rangers have remade their blue line this summer, both in the short- and long-term. Smits, who signed a three-year, entry-level contract worth $1.075 million per season, brings a unique blend of size, speed, skill and aggression. The post Rangers Top Pick Makes NHL Decision appeared first on HEAVY .
Red Sox prospects Joskairo Ramirez, Anderber Urbina, and Isaac Velasquez have been named 2026 Dominican Summer League All-Stars. The trio of teenagers will represent the organization in Sunday’s DSL All-Star Game at the Rays’ academy in Guerra, just outside Santo Domingo. All three of Ramirez, Urbina, and Velasquez are in their first professional seasons after … Continue reading "Trio of Red Sox prospects named 2026 Dominican Summer League All-Stars"
It’s another Wednesday evening here at BCB After Dark: the coolest night spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and cool off with us for a while. There’s no cover charge. We have a few good tables available. The show will start shorty. Bring your own beverage. […]
Kooper Schulte comes from an extremely athletics-oriented family. His father, Justin, pitched for the University of Iowa in the mid-90s and has been a collegiate baseball head coach since 1999, first with Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids and then with Southeastern Community College in West Burlington, Iowa since 2006. An uncle, Vance, played baseball […]
Marcello Hernandez hilariously roasts Jalen Brunson, Bronny James, and Shedeur Sanders for nepotism.
The Chicago Cubs, much like all other 29 MLB teams, are enjoying their All-Star break while it lasts. Chicago will open up the back half of their regular season against the Minnesota Twins this weekend. However, just because it’s the All-Star break doesn’t stop notable roster transactions from taking place. On Wednesday, a recent Chicago […] The post Chicago Cubs Recent Pitcher Officially Elects MLB Free Agency After Being Let Go by Organization appeared first on HEAVY .
The Chicago Cubs, much like all other 29 MLB teams, are enjoying their All-Star break while it lasts. Chicago will open up the back half of their regular season against the Minnesota Twins this weekend. However, just because it’s the All-Star break doesn’t stop notable roster transactions from taking place. On Wednesday, a recent Chicago […] The post Chicago Cubs Recent Pitcher Officially Elects MLB Free Agency After Being Let Go by Organization appeared first on HEAVY .
July 15: Hammer cleared waivers and was outrighted back to Triple-A Syracuse, according to the MLB.com transaction log. July 10: The Mets have designated right-hander Dan Hammer for assignment, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. That will open a spot on both the active and 40-man rosters. It’s not yet clear what other moves the Mets […]
John “John John” Smith III was born in Apollo Beach, Florida and attended Lennard High School in nearby Ruskin. He lettered twice and hit a cumulative .397/.638/.603, electing to attend Pensacola State College after graduating in 2022. In his freshman year, the outfielder played in all 48 Pirates games, hitting .382/.384/.497 with 7 doubles, 1 […]
The St. Louis Cardinals are in the process of making several roster moves before the second half of their MLB season begins on Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. A little over a week ago, the Cardinals designated pitcher Bruce Zimmerman for assignment. He spent just one single day on the Cardinals roster, and then was […] The post St. Louis Cardinals Pitcher Officially an MLB Free Agent After Being Cut by Team appeared first on HEAVY .
The St. Louis Cardinals are in the process of making several roster moves before the second half of their MLB season begins on Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. A little over a week ago, the Cardinals designated pitcher Bruce Zimmerman for assignment. He spent just one single day on the Cardinals roster, and then was […] The post St. Louis Cardinals Pitcher Officially Elects MLB Free Agency After Being Cut by Team appeared first on HEAVY .
The A’s are designating veteran starter Aaron Civale for assignment, according to the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Righty reliever Yunior Tur is being selected onto the major league roster in his place. The log also indicates that the A’s will recall southpaw Brady Basso from Triple-A Las Vegas and activate recently claimed utilityman Donovan Walton. First […]
Saturday Night Live star Marcello Hernández was the host for the 2026 ESPY Awards on Wednesday night, ESPN's annual awards show honoring achievements in sports.
The Nationals have toiled in the basement of the National League since winning the 2019 World Series. The 2026 campaign has been a much-needed light at the end of the rebuilding tunnel. It took a revamped front office, a brand-new manager, and a roster overhaul, but the Nats are finally moving in the right direction. […]
Throughout the course of an MLB season, every organization is going to use a lot of pitchers/players to get through a 162-game campaign. So, it’s always important to revisit familiar faces on their MLB journey and see what they are up to now. Well, one pitcher who recently pitched for the Toronto Blue Jays has […] The post Recent Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Released By Rangers in Latest Roster Move appeared first on HEAVY .
The ESPYs draws the best athletes from around the world each year. Sports personalities from different professional leagues like the NBA, NFL, MLB, along with top golf and tennis players, among many others, attend it annually. College golfer Kai Trump…
The 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia featured three BYU baseball players, outfielders Crew McChesney and Dimitri Williams Jr. and right-handed pitcher Garrison Su
A native of Alpharetta, Georgia, Marcus Ward attended Kings Ridge Christian High School. A four-year letterman there, playing football as well as baseball, he was a First All-Region Team honoree this past spring, helping lead the Tigers to a 30-4 record and their second-consecutive Georgia High School Association Final Four. At the plate, the 6’, […]
The Texas Rangers, for the time being, are enjoying their place as the first-place team in the American League West. Once the All-Star break *breaks up*, the Rangers will face the Atlanta Braves (on the road) in a three-game series. However, just because it’s the All-Star break does not stop roster transactions from happening, and […] The post Texas Rangers Release 8-Year MLB Player Before Braves Series appeared first on HEAVY .
The New York Yankees need to resist the temptation to rush George Lombard Jr. to the Bronx.