MLB Rumors: Juan Soto extension, Red Sox star's future, and Cubs benching
MLB Rumors: Red Sox 'unlikely' to keep Alex Verdugo long termRed Sox slugger Alex Verdugo may not be in Boston for long.The star outfielder didn't get dealt at the August 1 deadline likely due to a lack of fair return packages -- the Red Sox weren't about to let him leave f...
2023-08-08 01:25
Why the Cardinals are letting Adam Wainwright down, and how they can fix it
St. Louis Cardinals legend Adam Wainwright is just two wins away from 200, though there's no guarantee he'll reach that mark. It's one of several ways the 2023 season has let Wainwright down.Not all athletes get to walk off into the sunset as they retire, ideally still with enough...
2023-08-07 22:56
The Dodgers didn't need Eduardo Rodriguez after all
No Eduardo Rodriguez, no regrets: The Los Angeles Dodgers appear to be doing just fine after missing out on their top trade target.This should come with a preface: It's only the start of August. The trade deadline was justa weekago. Calling any player the "best pickup of the deadline&q...
2023-08-07 22:16
Matt Olson adds to his MVP case against Braves teammate with murderous home run
Braves star Matt Olson just recorded a truly epic homer against the Cubs over the weekend, solidifying his MVP case for 2023.The Atlanta Braves already have one MVP frontrunner in the mix: star slugger Ronald Acuña Jr. On Sunday, Acuna's teammate, Matt Olson, proved why he was deserv...
2023-08-07 21:52
It's a sign: Trea Turner finds brilliant way to thank Phillies fans for ovation, donations
Trea Turner found the perfect way to thank Phillies fans after they donated to charity and gave him an ovation to encourage him out of his slump.It's safe to say Trea Turner's first season in Philadelphia has been a massive disappointment. He's been posting career worsts at the pl...
2023-08-07 10:24
Tim Anderson drops string of cryptic tweets after Jose Ramirez bout
White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson let loose a wave of indecipherable tweets that seemed to reference his bout with Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez.What is going on with Tim Anderson?The White Sox shortstop got into a fight with Jose Ramirez of the Guardians on Saturday night, throwing ha...
2023-08-07 08:56
New York Yankees could face more rotation trouble as Carlos Rodon exits with injury
The Yankees' pitching rotation could have more struggles ahead after Carlos Rodon exited Sunday afternoon's game with an apparent injury.The New York Yankees pitching rotation is in flux. Although Nestor Cortes returned from the 60-day IL and had a solid outing, the rotation has had mo...
2023-08-07 04:47
MLB Rumors: What would a Tigers-Eduardo Rodriguez contract extension look like?
After he wanted "contract enhancements" to waive his no-trade clause, what might a contract extension for Eduardo Rodriguez from the Tigers look like?Detroit Tigers pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez made a trade deadline headline when he blocked a trade to the Los Angeles Dodgers, even if the ...
2023-08-07 03:50
Alex Cora sounds absolutely enraged at Alex Verdugo after benching him
Alex Verdugo was made unavailable for Saturday's loss due to a "manager's decision." It sounds like it was disciplinary.The Boston Red Sox lost 5-4 to the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, a game in which Alex Verdugo was a healthy scratch from the lineup.The loss was incred...
2023-08-07 01:22
Mets rumors: 3 players who weren't traded at the deadline, but will be this offseason
The Mets sold at the deadline, but there will be more selling to do this offseason. Here are players that are almost certain to get moved as the strategy changes.The New York Mets aren't just shifting gears, they are moving their locomotive to a new track entirely. Team owner Steve Cohen ha...
2023-08-07 00:54
Aaron Boone gaslighting Yankees fans again over embarrassing Giancarlo Stanton play
New York Yankees fans were not pleased with manager Aaron Boone over his explanation of Giancarlo Stanton's embarrassing run at home on Saturday against the Houston Astros.The New York Yankees have found their winning ways as of late after a rough return from the All-Star break. On Saturday...
2023-08-06 12:24
WATCH: Trea Turner gets triumphant curtain call after city rallies behind him to motivate night before
The city of Philadelphia and its baseball fans might have cheered Philadelphia Phillies star Trea Turner right out of a massive slump.On Friday night, Philadelphia Phillies fans stood up and cheered for Trea Turner in the midst of a miserable batting slump. If you believed the stereotypes of Phi...
2023-08-06 11:27