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Team MVP Paul Dietrich: Brice Turang The correct answer here is Jacob Misiorowski but given that he’s going to get the Cy Young award below, I’ll choose a position player for variety’s sake. And while there are several important contributors among that group, the player most worthy of recognition here is also the one who […]
Right off, the Arizona Cardinals running back room is full. Full of talent, full of guys who have NFL experience. And full of promise. The next room that appears to be good? The receiver group. RELATED: WHO LEADS THE CARDINALS IN RECEIVING YARDS IN 2026? Currently, there are 12 bodies under contract in this room. […]
The 2026 MLB Draft is in the books, and it was a creatively weird draft. Roch Cholowsky (pronounced chill-OW-skee) became the third collegiate shortstop ever taken first overall, joining Bill Almon (1974) and Dansby Swanson (2015). He’s the second first-rounder in his family, as his dad, Dan, was a first-round pick in 1991. The NIL […] The post 2026 MLB Draft Recap: Storylines, Favorite Draft Classes, Picks, and More appeared first on Just Baseball .
Milwaukee Brewers All-Star ace Jacob Misiorowski did not see action at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, but he was still able to turn a lot of heads. Misiorowski showed up at the red carpet of the All-Star Game in a suit with an intriguing detail hidden in [...]
We've finally reached the All-Star break. For some teams, it's much needed. Teams like the Padres may be thankful that they can take a week to relax and recalibrate after a nasty slide. Others, like the Mets, may simply be thankful to not have ot play games for a while. Others are seeing their seasons […]
The SEC is always loaded with running back talent, and there's a real argument to be made that it has the top two RBs in the country heading into 2026. However, there are breakout stars at the position every year, and many of them could come from players not on this list. At this time […]
In the opening months of the 2026 campaign, managers have seen many top-ranked prospects not only earn the call to their respective MLB roster, but perform at an elite level, such as Gage Jump, Cole Carrigg, Payton Tolle, and Konnor Griffin. In this piece, we will spotlight nine prospects who could emerge as worthy stash […]
During the first half of the season, fantasy managers saw many closers gradually emerge and solidify themselves as must-start players like Jacob Latz and Bryan Baker. Below, we will look at six relief pitchers whose value as fantasy options has surged over the past week and determine whether managers should pick them up. So, should […]
Stashing a high-end prospect ahead of their call-up can be a lottery ticket for their fantasy roster. So far, players like Gage Jump, Jake Bennett, and Sam Antonacci have proven immense upside in their rookie seasons. Below, we will check in on three emerging prospects at the Triple-A level and determine whether they are worthy […]
Running down the best performances across the complex-level. The post MLU: Done and Dusted appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
I want my full EV. The post A Silent Spring (and Summer)? The Loss of Score Bug Biodiversity appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
A lot of good-ish teams doesn't necessarily translate to a wide-open postseason chase—or more hope for teams like the Nats. The post The NL Is Good, But Its Playoff Races Aren’t appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
Let's get really nerdy with it. The post Overkill Optimization of a Little League Lineup appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
The MLB Draft and the Futures Game both deserve a platform they're not getting. The post Why Doesn’t MLB Treat Its Future Better? appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
¿Quién supera la prueba del primer vistazo? The post En directo desde el Juego de las Futuras Estrellas. Aunque sea temprano en domingo. appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
Good morning all, and happy “Cody Bellinger is an All-Star Game MVP” Day! Okay yes, it’s not really that big of a deal. Last night’s Midsummer Classic was kind of a grueling watch for even the most ardent of baseball fans, due in large part to bizarre production decisions by Fox Sports but also some […]
The Milwaukee Brewers have been playing well this season, but they are looking to replenish the pitching staff ahead of the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. They are dealing with a myriad of injuries to the pitching staff, so there are needs to improve it as the second half of the year nears. Following the 2026 [...]
The Boston Red Sox added some outfield depth during the All-Star break, acquiring outfielder Jahmai Jones from the Detroit Tigers . Detroit, which designated Jones for assignment last week, will receive a player to be named later in return. Boston had an open 40-man roster spot after designating left-hander Danny Coulombe for assignment a couple of days earlier, and optioned Nate Eaton to Triple-A to clear an active roster spot for Jones. Why Boston Took The Shot The appeal is what Jones...
The Kansas City Royals continued their season-long search for pitching depth, acquiring right-hander Easton McGee from the Milwaukee Brewers for cash considerations. McGee, who had been designated for assignment by Milwaukee last week, was optioned to Triple-A Omaha. To open a 40-man roster spot, the Royals transferred reliever Nick Mears from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL. A Bullpen In Crisis The move shows Kansas City's desperate pitching situation. The Royals relief corps...
I’m probably fooling myself to think that Mike Elias could give a hoot about my opinion or, for that matter, even knows that I still show up at the ballpark once in a while to see if the lights are still on. But I’m going to deliver a piece of advice, and I only need […]
A new Bird Tapes content stream explores what else is in my office closet besides recordings of old interviews. First up: the iconic tabletop baseball simulation game that loomed large in my youth. The Bird Tapes sprang into existence out of a cluttered closet in my home office, where the history of the Baltimore Orioles […]
We confirmed recently that United are preparing to reintegrate Rashford into their first-team squad, but it will have a negative impact on a second winger
New York Post | Jon Heyman ($): While rumors will still swirl around landing Tarik Skubal, the Yankees seem to be prioritizing high-end relief help and a new catcher at the Trade Deadline. Heyman tells us that the Padres’ Mason Miller and Minnesota backstop Ryan Jeffers will be the club’s two biggest targets as we […]
With the 25th pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, the Milwaukee Brewers selected Trey Ebel out of high school. While they have been one of the better teams in terms of developing pitchers, they have looked at the first round and selected a shortstop. There are people who have shown excitement for this pick; others [...]
Miguel Vargas crushed a 433-foot solo home run in the 8th inning as the American League blanked the National League 4-0 in the 2026 All-Star Game. Full White Sox recap. The post Miguel Vargas Homers as American League Blanks National League 4-0 in All-Star Game appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
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