MLB trade grades: White Sox send Burger with a side of fries to the Marlins
The Miami Marlins continue their push for a postseason berth by acquiring slugger Jake Burger from the Chicago White Sox.When it comes to surprising teams in MLB, the Miami Marlins fit the bill. They missed out on the postseason last year, brought in a new manager in Skip Schumaker, and traded f...
2023-08-02 05:58
MLB Rumors: One seller isn't done, Reds make a big move, more
MLB Rumors: Keynan Middleton gaining traction as a trade target ahead of the deadlineThe White Sox have begun a complete makeover of their MLB roster and their farm system with a few trades already. They have added some top prospects while getting rid of five of their better major league players. ...
2023-07-30 01:47
MLB trade grades: Why the Mets won the David Robertson deal
Seven games back in the National League Wild Card race, the New York Mets opted to trade closer David Robertson to the division-rival Miami Marlins for two prospects. So who won the trade?First things first: David Robertson might be the Mets' MVP this season.After superstar closer Edwin...
2023-07-28 21:53
MLB Rumors: Surprise team emerges for White Sox SS Tim Anderson
The White Sox have a surprise suitor for a Tim Anderson trade before the deadline out of the NL East.Though the Chicago White Sox were reportedly initially hesitant to consider trading two-time All-Star shortstop Tim Anderson ahead of the Aug. 1 MLB trade deadline, that tone has now shifted and ...
2023-07-28 08:29
MLB Rumors: Surprise team emerges in Cody Bellinger sweepstakes
Cubs star Cody Bellinger will be one of the most sought-after players at the trade deadline. Here's the latest team rumored to be in the mix.If the Chicago Cubs decide to sell in August, one of the first pieces to go could be star slugger Cody Bellinger. Bellinger signed a one-year contract...
2023-07-27 02:15
Shohei Ohtani Rumors: The best trade package from every NL East team
A Shohei Ohtani trade seems unlikely at the MLB trade deadline, but let's pretend. What's the best trade offer every NL East team could offer?Shohei Ohtani seems reluctant to play on the east coast, instead preferring to sign with a low-key team out west. The San Francisco Giants, Seat...
2023-07-26 23:19
MLB Rumors: 3 ideal trade suitors for Pirates closer David Bednar
The Pittsburgh Pirates are reportedly listening to trade offers for closer David Bednar. Here are three ideal landing spots for the veteran reliever.The Pittsburgh Pirates started the year with such promise, sitting near the top of the NL Central standings. That then gave the team incentive to s...
2023-07-25 04:15
MLB standings ordered by hard hit rate: Struggling Cardinals still cracking bats
The Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals are at opposite ends of the MLB standings, but both teams are cracking bats at the plate.The Aug. 1 trade deadline is just over a week away, which means every team is keeping an especially close eye on the MLB standings. While some teams sit comfortably...
2023-07-24 05:23
3 teams that still wouldn’t be World Series contenders after trading for Shohei Ohtani
These three MLB contenders could add Shohei Ohtani to their roster and they'd still be short of having a World Series-caliber roster.How much of a difference can Shohei Ohtani make for one team? The two-way star is once again the subject of trade speculation. He could single-handedly help p...
2023-07-20 00:30
Immaculate Grid baseball: Answers, connections, hints for Grid 107 (July 18)
Immaculate Grid baseball answers, clues, hints and connections for Grid 107 on July 18th featuring the Yankees, Phillies, Brewers, Mariners and MarlinsHello everybody! Good morning to all, I hope your favorite team won last night, unless you are a Reds or a Giants fan, as mother nature had other...
2023-07-18 22:25
Please Tell Us a Police Officer Did Not Almost Shoot a Baseball
A cop at the Orioles game got hit by a baseball and appeared to grab for his gun.
2023-07-17 11:50
Grading each team through first half of 2023 MLB season
With the halfway point of the season here, we’re handing out MLB midseason grades to each team. Who is excelling and who has failed the test?The All-Star break in MLB has arrived. Every team has played at least 81 of its 162 games. As a result, it is now time to assess each team's per...
2023-07-11 03:26