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Past summaries: How did the Braves do recently? The post All-Star Break portion of July was a fun one for the Braves. You probably recall that June was terrible for this team, and the start of July was… okay, because the team played .500 ball instead of continuing to plunge through a June-esque abyss. Two […]
In the modern era, you can probably recall the exact prospects the Yankees have had that excited you but didn’t pan out. However, thinks like prospect rankings and outlets that cover up-and-coming players are all things that have come about in most of our lifetimes. If you were to open up the history books, you […]
The Milwaukee Brewers are expected to be one of the more active teams ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline. That deadline, which is on Monday, August 3, will see the movement of dozens of players throughout baseball as contenders look to strengthen their rosters as they prepare to make a deep postseason run. On [...]
Alonso: "For me, if people are calling about our players, Mike (Elias) and the front office has to listen, but they don’t have to act.”
The St. Louis Cardinals designated Tink Hence for assignment to make room for Quinn Mathews on the 40-man roster. It's a bizarre move regarding a player who still has a bit of a prospect shine to him.
As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Los Angeles Dodgers continue evaluating multiple ways to strengthen their pitching staff […]
The White Sox hit four home runs, including blasts from Miguel Vargas, Andrew Benintendi, Munetaka Murakami, and Colson Montgomery, to beat the AL-leading Rays 6-1 on Friday night. The post White Sox Power Past AL-Leading Rays 6-1 Behind Four Homers appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
MLB's trade deadline is set to arrive on August 3, which marks the end of all deals during the regular season. That didn't used to be the case as the waiver deadline brought more trades in the past.
The Minnesota Twins remain active before Monday’s MLB trade deadline after acquiring right-hander Dean Kremer and left-handed reliever A.J. Minter in separate deals. Those additions strengthened the Twins’ pitching staff, but the club reportedly continues seeking a right-handed reliever for the stretch run. Minnesota acquired Minter from the New York Mets for infield prospects Billy […] The post Twins rumors: Minnesota still not done after Dean Kremer, AJ Minter trades appeared first on Clut...
11:46AM: The Cubs would preferably want to add three pitchers by the deadline, as per The Athletic’s Patrick Mooney and Ken Rosenthal. This trio of adds could break down as a starter and two relievers or two relievers and one starter, depending on what is available. 11:40AM: It is no surprise that pitching is the […]
Upside in a Cardinals starter? In this economy? The post The Call-Up: Quinn Mathews appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
Another month has come and gone, and we're now in the final two months of the MLB season. This is the point in the season when breakout or poor performances become more than just an early-season sample size situation. You'll see several scenarios of that below. Two of the names I wrote about who jumped […]
The Minnesota Twins nearly traded Trevor Larnach to the Houston Astros, but owner Jim Crane reportedly nixed the deal at the last minute.
The Braves took Game 2 of their series with the Nationals behind a beautiful performance from the pitching staff. Bryce Elder turned in a gem, tossing six innings of one-run ball, and Elieser Hernández picked up the save, going the final three innings and allowing just one run with four strikeouts. Unfortunately, that wasn’t enough […]
The New York Mets are expected to part ways with several players in the next few days, as the Major League Baseball trade deadline approaches. One player though appears to be safe, according to a new report. That is star infielder Francisco Lindor. “The Mets are telling teams they are prepared to trade starter Clay […] The post Mets rumors: Francisco Lindor ‘off limits’ in trade talks despite potential sell-off appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Atlanta Braves have once again activated the DFA Cycle and the latest passenger is none other than Elieser Hernández. Following another one-appearance stint with Atlanta, Hernández has been designated for assignment and reliever James Karinchak will be taking his place on the roster for the time being. Hernández has actually come up pretty big […]
The Chicago White Sox are one of the great success stories of the 2026 season. No team has exceeded expectations like the South Siders, a team that is just two years removed from having the most losses in the expansion era. This year’s team is in first place in the American League Central, and their […] The post 1 last-minute trade White Sox must make before deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Emerson Hancock, Tarik Skubal, and Hunter Greene are among the players we’re discussing in the August 1 MLB trade deadline rumors.
Dodgers give a big update on their injured star pitcher.
The Cincinnati Reds remain central to trade speculation as Monday’s MLB trade deadline draws closer, with Hunter Greene’s future representing their most consequential decision. Although conflicting reports have surrounded his availability, the possibility of a deal has not disappeared. The 26-year-old righty started Friday vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates and allowed four earned runs on seven […] The post Reds rumors: Insider leaves door open for Hunter Greene trade before deadline appeared first ...
Rangers are said to be interested in a move for former loan star Mikey Moore, but there is bad news.
The Orioles are poised to cash in one of their best trade assets
The Dodgers are getting interest in outfielder Alex Call, per Fabian Ardaya and Katie Woo of The Athletic. The Rangers and Phillies are among the teams who have inquired on the righty-swinging outfielder. Philadelphia’s interest dates all the way back to last deadline. Call, then with the Nationals, went to the Dodgers in exchange for […]
As the 2026 MLB trade deadline draws closer, the Philadelphia Phillies are expected to remain among baseball’s most aggressive contenders. […]
The Braves announced Saturday that right-hander Elieser Hernandez has been designated for assignment. Right-handed reliever James Karinchak has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett in his place. Hernandez, 31, seems to have stepped into the Carlos Carrasco/Jesse Chavez role in Atlanta. The Braves near-habitually stash a veteran righty who can’t be optioned in Gwinnett and cycle […]