Los Angeles Angels rumors: Eduardo Escobar trade start of things to come?
DENVER — The Los Angeles Angels made a move to strength their infield by acquiring Eduardo Escobar from the New York Mets on Friday. It could be the start of a push to build the Angels into playoff contenders.While there have been plenty of rumors swirling about the future of Shohei Ohtani...
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB Rumors: Reds win streak snapped, Red Sox injury update, Derek Jeter gets trolled big-time
MLB Rumors: Red Sox starter James Paxton's injury doesn't sound any alarmsThe Boston Red Sox's starting pitching woes are not getting any better. Pitcher James Paxton was yanked from Saturday's game against the White Sox after four innings due to right knee soreness.Paxton ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Ryne Stanek has fighting words for ump after balk, but did Astros get screwed?
The Los Angeles Dodgers completed a comeback against the Houston Astros thanks to a controversial balk by reliever Ryne Stanek.The first balk of Ryne Stanek's career was ill-timed, as the Houston relief pitcher allowed the winning run to cross home plate. Stanek insisted that he did not bre...
1970-01-01 08:00
What is hitting for the cycle in baseball?
What does "hitting for the cycle" mean in baseball? Here's a quick rundown of the oft-used MLB term.In the modern age, there's no shortage of terminology in the ever-complex sport that is baseball, and every so often you hear a word or phrase thrown out that you may not fully...
1970-01-01 08:00
Cubs: Big things stand in the way of a Kris Bryant reunion
The Cubs have no plans to reunite with former star Kris Bryant. With the way Bryant's been playing (or not been playing) this past season, why would they?Chicago Cubs fans' hearts broke when the franchise traded Kris Bryant back in 2021. The former Rookie of the Year and 2016 MVP gave ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Yes, Rays were wrong to bench Wander Franco: He just proved it
Wander Franco is making the Tampa Bay Rays regret they ever doubted him in a blistering performance after his two-game benching.No more timeouts for Wander Franco -- he's a big boy, now. The Tampa Bay Rays slugger was benched for back-to-back games against the Kansas City Royals but re-ente...
1970-01-01 08:00
John Mozeliak finally admits the obvious: Change is coming for Cardinals
The Cardinals were on the receiving end of a deflating loss to the Chicago Cubs in the first game of their London Series. Changes are coming for St. Louis.Barring a major change in the NL Central standings between now and the MLB Trade Deadline, John Mozeliak sees the writing on the wall for the...
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves: 3 terrible takes Atlanta has already proven this season
There are bad takes, and there are the ones certain people had about the Atlanta Braves during the offseason...Today is a day where we will continue to praise the remarkable partnership between general manager and skipper in Alex Anthopoulos and Brian Snitker of the Atlanta Braves.This tande...
1970-01-01 08:00
Nolan Arenado, London Series make Oli Marmol look downright awful before first pitch
The Cardinals could very well impress in the London Series, but Oli Marmol looked downright awful before first pitch.Oli Marmol is squarely on the hot seat, as his St. Louis Cardinals entered the season as NL Central favorites. Instead, they sit in last place for a reason, and have struggled to ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Francisco Lindor sounds upset after NY Mets traded Eduardo Escobar
The New York Mets didn't have a spot for Eduardo Escobar, so they shipped him to the Los Angeles Angels for two prospects, paying his salary in the process. Francisco Lindor doesn't sound too happy about that.The trade was initially reported by FanSided's Robert Murray on Friday n...
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves Rumors: A Travis d'Arnaud trade, unlikely history, Soroka deals
Braves Rumors: Is Michael Soroka's return imminent?Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Michael Soroka, who has struggled with injuries -- including missing much of the past two seasons -- made a brief appearance in the majors this year only to be sent back down to Gwinnett, rather than finding hi...
1970-01-01 08:00
Reds' Elly De La Cruz hits for the cycle: Best memes, tweets, and insane stats
Reds rookie Elly De La Cruz lit the baseball world on fire on Friday night, when he recorded a cycle in his 15th game. Twitter reacted with memes and insane stats.Elly De La Cruz continued to blow the minds of baseball fans as he was able to record his first career cycle in his 15th career game....
1970-01-01 08:00