Josh Donaldson setback proves Yankees injury luck is nonexistent
The New York Yankees won't be getting third baseman Josh Donaldson back at the time they expected, as he suffered an injury at home.The New York Yankees were hit hard by injuries early on this season, with big players like Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Carlos Rodon, and Luis Severino hitt...
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves Rumors: Matt Olson disgusted, Acuña has Strider in awe, Tigers trade idea
Braves Rumors: Matt Olson disgusted with himself over strikeoutsIt's hard to complain too much about what Matt Olson has done for the Braves this season. After all, the prized trade acquisition from last offseason tied for the Atlanta lead in home runs (11) and has the most walks drawn (33) w...
1970-01-01 08:00
Mets' exciting walk-off win proved what they need to do to win NL East
New York Mets fans have been clamoring to 'let the kids play' for weeks now. Last night, in dramatic fashion, everything came to a head: Mark Vientos and Francisco Alvarez made Mets' magic happen.Down 2-0 in the bottom of the seventh inning, they were lookin' like the 's...
1970-01-01 08:00
Pedro Martinez on young Red Sox pitcher: ‘I see this kid and I see myself’
Boston Red Sox legend Pedro Martinez had high praise for one of the team's brightest young players.Last night, the Boston Red Sox ran roughshod over the Seattle Mariners in a 12-3 victory. One of the night's stars was young starting pitcher Brayan Bello; he pitched five innings, giving...
1970-01-01 08:00
MLB rumors: Cashman trash is now treasure, Red Sox pitcher demoted, walk-offs are everything
Today's MLB rumors roundup looks at a former Yankees star hitting the trade block, a Red Sox pitcher getting a role change, and more.The MLB season is long and grueling, but there is always drama to be had. Usually, it's sprinkled into a game here and there throughout each week, but th...
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves continue to look genius for not staying tied to Vaughn Grissom
The Atlanta Braves' confidence in shortstop Orlando Arcia has paid off, as he hit a game-winning home run on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers.The Atlanta Braves have been pretty steadfast in their belief in certain players. We have seen the trust they had in designated hitter Marcell Ozu...
1970-01-01 08:00
Nolan Arenado all but puts himself in Cooperstown with latest feat
Cardinals third-baseman Nolan Arenado notched his 1000th career RBI on Wednesday night, all but confirming he'll eventually head to Cooperstown.It was just a week ago as the St. Louis Cardinals wrapped up a three-game set against the Cubs that star third baseman Nolan Arenado looked like an...
1970-01-01 08:00
Zac Gallen paid homage to Randy Johnson in the 1 way you don’t want to
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen did something that only Randy Johnson has done, albeit unintentionally.Zac Gallen has been everything the Arizona Diamondbacks could have hoped for. The team is exceeding expectations early on this season, sitting near the top of the NL West stand...
1970-01-01 08:00
Braves rumors: 3 rental pitchers Atlanta should trade for at the deadline
The Atlanta Braves are expected to be without Max Fried and Kyle Wright until late July at the earliest. Who could they trade for?Alex Anthopoulos is a smart general manager. He's unlikely to overpay for a rental option, especially at pitcher. Hurlers are unpredictable, for the most part. L...
1970-01-01 08:00
Mets No. 1 prospect leaves Scott Boras for a hip-hop artist
Mets top prospect Francisco Alvarez will be singing "A Summer Without You" to Scott Boras all season long.New York Mets top-ranked prospect Francisco Alvarez is changing his representation and changing the vibes: he's dropping Scott Boras in favor of a less distinguished but more ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Chicago Cubs rumors: 3 players who won't be on the roster by June 1
The Chicago Cubs are sure to undergo some surprising roster changes by June 1, even though it's just a few weeks away.Sitting four games under .500 in a crowded NL Central division, the Chicago Cubs need to make some changes. Despite a hot start to the season after acquiring shortstop Dansb...
1970-01-01 08:00
Why Mark Vientos' call-up is too little, too late for Mets
Top prospect Mark Vientos has been mashing down in AAA; but did the New York Mets ultimately wait too long to call him up?At 20-23, inexplicably in fourth place in the National League East, Steve Cohen's handsomely-paid Mets are one of the laughingstocks of MLB right now.The low-payroll...
1970-01-01 08:00