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Brett Bateman Is Proving His Worth on the Blue Jays
Consider where the Toronto Blue Jays were on the day of the trade deadline. After dropping a game to the Houston Astros that night they found themselves 53-60, 4.5 GB of the third wild-card spot with five teams to leapfrog. They had also just completed the sell-off of multiple assets from the MLB roster, including […] The post Brett Bateman Is Proving His Worth on the Blue Jays appeared first on Just Baseball .
NL Central Could Pull a Clean Sweep of This Year’s Awards
Imagine playing a game for over 120 years. By year 120, you’d expect most, if not all, of what could happen to have happened. That’s usually the case for Major League Baseball, but 2026 seems to be the year for new heights — specifically in the NL Central. Earlier this season, rookie slugger Joshua Báez […] The post NL Central Could Pull a Clean Sweep of This Year’s Awards appeared first on Just Baseball .
Sal Stewart is the Clear NL Rookie of the Year
Coming into the season, the NL Rookie of the Year award was shaping up to be a fascinating race. Nolan McLean had the big arm and huge market backing; Konnor Griffin was the next phenom; JJ Wetherholt was an all-around great player who would surely accumulate WAR; and Sal Stewart was a power bat in […] The post Sal Stewart is the Clear NL Rookie of the Year appeared first on Just Baseball .
When Do We Buy Into Tyrone Taylor’s Shocking Heater?
The Chicago Cubs had a clear plan to add starting pitchers at the trade deadline this year. They made good on this, acquiring both Clay Holmes and Kevin Gausman, as well as Braxton Garrett for some extra depth. However, a move that flew under the radar was actually a part of the Holmes deal: Tyrone […] The post When Do We Buy Into Tyrone Taylor’s Shocking Heater? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Detroit Tigers’ Postseason Hopes Are Over
Allow your mind to drift back to spring training. Tarik Skubal was still on the team, the Detroit Tigers had made a few significant additions, and World Series dreams were not ludicrous. The favorite in the AL Central, Detroit still had their flaws, but us fans mostly focused on the addition of Framber Valdez paired […] The post The Detroit Tigers’ Postseason Hopes Are Over appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 25 Outfield Prospects in Baseball Right Now
The following ranking of the top outfield prospects in baseball comes directly from our top 100, where we had exactly 25 outfielders make the list. The post Top 25 Outfield Prospects in Baseball Right Now appeared first on Just Baseball .
Even After Skubal Trade, Dodgers Farm System Is Still Elite
The Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off the inevitable at this year’s trade deadline, netting Tarik Skubal’s services to add to an already elite rotation. The cost was two top-100 prospects: Zyhir Hope (JB No. 30) and River Ryan (JB No. 51), a steep price for a rental. Despite the departure of Hope and Ryan, the […] The post Even After Skubal Trade, Dodgers Farm System Is Still Elite appeared first on Just Baseball .
Zyhir Hope Is Staying Focused Despite a Whirlwind 2026 Campaign
Heading into the 2026 season, few prospects around the league had as much buzz surrounding their names as Zyhir Hope. Despite being in a crowded Los Angeles Dodgers farm system that ranked as one of the top minor league systems on multiple editions of our top 100, Hope consistently stood above the rest. Yet, professional […] The post Zyhir Hope Is Staying Focused Despite a Whirlwind 2026 Campaign appeared first on Just Baseball .
Luis Robert Jr. Claim Fills a Void for Playoff-Hopeful Orioles
The Baltimore Orioles, in need of a right-handed-hitting outfielder who can play center field, claimed Luis Robert Jr. off waivers from the New York Mets on Monday. Robert, 29, spent the first six seasons of his career with the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox gave him a six-year, $50 million pre-arbitration extension in 2020, […] The post Luis Robert Jr. Claim Fills a Void for Playoff-Hopeful Orioles appeared first on Just Baseball .
Jakob Marsee’s August Tear Has Earned Him a Longer Leash
As a society, we all tend to be far more reactionary than we probably should. In reference to baseball specifically, many tend to quickly jump off the ship of a player who is failing to meet the expectations we set for them, especially after a hot start to their big-league career. Jakob Marsee is one […] The post Jakob Marsee’s August Tear Has Earned Him a Longer Leash appeared first on Just Baseball .
Revisiting the Offseason Trades: Hits and Misses
One of the offseason’s greatest activities is discussing hypothetical trades. Why player X makes sense for your favorite team and why a horrible package you have formed would surely make the deal go through. The idea of living in a fantasy land delays reality long enough to allow you to dream. Well, for some teams, […] The post Revisiting the Offseason Trades: Hits and Misses appeared first on Just Baseball .
These 3 Superstars Have Shockingly Fallen Off a Cliff in 2026
Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kyle Tucker, and Trea Turner all have something in common. The three are former Silver Slugger winners with top-five MVP finishes, and all are struggling mightily in 2026. Each is on one of the highest-paying contracts in MLB, but they have combined for just 1.7 fWAR this season. All of them have […] The post These 3 Superstars Have Shockingly Fallen Off a Cliff in 2026 appeared first on Just Baseball .
Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit
Amidst the chatter of Freddy Peralta tanking a potential nine-figure free-agency check, Daulton Varsho‘s similar walk-season struggles have remained relatively quiet. Over the past four seasons, Varsho was a league-average hitter with defensive prowess so elite that he averaged 5.0 rWAR/162 games. For a position that puts defense at such a premium, Varsho’s free-agent value […] The post Daulton Varsho’s Free-Agent Payday is Taking a Major Hit appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Interesting Case of Twins Prospect Ben Ross
Minnesota Twins prospect Ben Ross has certainly not taken a linear route to the big leagues. But through perseverance, he might be just what the team needs. The Minnesota Twins just promoted prospect Ben Ross from their Triple-A farm club, the St. Paul Saints. Ross does not have the hoopla surrounding him like recent Minnesota […] The post The Interesting Case of Twins Prospect Ben Ross appeared first on Just Baseball .
Top 100 Prospects: 32 Newcomers Join the List
A few times a year, Just Baseball’s Aram Leighton pours hours upon hours into our Top 100 Prospects list. Representing the best the minor leagues have to offer, these 100 names have a chance to be the future faces of baseball. This time of year always represents an exciting time. With draft season behind us […] The post Top 100 Prospects: 32 Newcomers Join the List appeared first on Just Baseball .
Where Has All of Kyle Tucker’s Stardom Gone?
“I mean, I feel like I’ve tried just about everything.” Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker addressed the media following yet another disappointing showing in mid-August. He continued, “Every time I feel like I’m turning a corner, I get hit with a roadblock. But you can’t stop.” His comments followed a critical point in what […] The post Where Has All of Kyle Tucker’s Stardom Gone? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Which Giants Relievers Are Part of Next Year’s Bullpen Solution?
The downfalls of the 2026 San Francisco Giants have been no secret through the end of August and into September. Sure, the rotation has been underwhelming and some of the expensive contracts on the roster have underperformed, but that hasn’t been the team’s biggest issue. Going into this past winter, the holes on the Giants […] The post Which Giants Relievers Are Part of Next Year’s Bullpen Solution? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Pete Alonso Is Keeping the Orioles in the Playoff Hunt
August has been quite the month for Baltimore Orioles fans. The roller coaster ride of emotions that Birdland has endured has probably taken several years off of all our lives. At the beginning of the month, fans said goodbye to a franchise cornerstone with Adley Rutschman’s trade to Beantown. The player whose debut signified the […] The post Pete Alonso Is Keeping the Orioles in the Playoff Hunt appeared first on Just Baseball .
MLB Award Race Updates: Favorites Entering September
There may be just under a month left in the regular season, but there is still a lot up in the air when it comes to the MLB award races. Here’s a look at where the MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, and Manager of the Year races stand entering September and how things […] The post MLB Award Race Updates: Favorites Entering September appeared first on Just Baseball .
2026 MLB Power Rankings: Final Regular Season Update
There is only one month left in the 2026 MLB season, as playoff races are heating up, and award races are being decided. In a year in which the American League has never been more wide-open, and the National League features a handful of powerhouses that could rival the two-time World Series champion Los Angeles […] The post 2026 MLB Power Rankings: Final Regular Season Update appeared first on Just Baseball .
NL Players of the Month: August 2026
Sometimes, August feels like the overlooked middle child of the baseball calendar. Stuck in between the pre-trade deadline frenzy and the final sprint, August isn’t as exciting as July or September. The storylines of the season have already been established over the first four months of the schedule, but nothing will wrap up until the […] The post NL Players of the Month: August 2026 appeared first on Just Baseball .
AL Players of the Month: August 2026
The final month of the 2026 MLB regular season is upon us. Some teams are gearing up for a postseason push as the playoff races heat up, while for others, September is a time to give some fresh faces a brand-new look as teams turn the page toward the 2027 season. But before looking ahead […] The post AL Players of the Month: August 2026 appeared first on Just Baseball .
Joey Ortiz Found Himself When the Brewers Needed It the Most
In a 162-game season, it’s hard for any one or two games to turn a team’s season in one direction or another. Still, July 7th had the chance to be a big day for the Milwaukee Brewers. The team was in the middle of a stretch of 17 games in 16 days and had gone […] The post Joey Ortiz Found Himself When the Brewers Needed It the Most appeared first on Just Baseball .
Why Paul Skenes’ Criticism Is Still Being Misplaced
The beginning of Paul Skenes‘ career has been nothing short of tremendous. Prior to 2026, Skenes’ first two big-league campaigns were filled with accolades, including an NL Rookie of the Year Award, a Cy Young Award, and back-to-back All-Star Game starts. He was also one of the key pieces of Team USA in the World […] The post Why Paul Skenes’ Criticism Is Still Being Misplaced appeared first on Just Baseball .
Reid Detmers Is Finally Looking Like a Finished Product
The Los Angeles Angels entered this summer’s trade deadline as a definite seller with possibly the most players on the trade block. The organization traded away seven players from their active roster while receiving nine players in return, making them one of the more active teams at the deadline. Starting pitchers Jose Soriano and Reid […] The post Reid Detmers Is Finally Looking Like a Finished Product appeared first on Just Baseball .
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