MLB Rumors: Scherzer concern, Braves sign slugger, Astros controversy
MLB Rumors: Did the Astros get away with one?Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez was furious after a walk-off loss to the Houston Astros. The game ended in controversial fashion, as Houston slugger Jake Meyers appeared to be outside the basepaths, thus causing what would become a game-endin...
2023-06-15 22:56
MLB Rumors: Mets-Reds trade talk, Cubs' Nick Madrigal showcase, and A-plus bet of the week
MLB Rumors: Cubs' Nick Madrigal showcase reeks of desperationThe Chicago Cubs may be trying to showcase Nick Madrigal ahead of the MLB trade deadline in a move that feels more desperate than shrewd.According to The Athletic's Patrick Mooney (subscription required), one reason the Cub...
2023-06-15 08:56
MLB Rumors: 3 ideal trade fits for Max Scherzer if Mets decide to sell
Max Scherzer hasn't been anything close to Mad Max for the New York Mets this season and, amid the team's struggles, a trade could be possible.Despite being the highest-paid player in MLB -- alongside fellow disappointing New York Mets teammate, Justin Verlander -- Max Scherzer has an ...
2023-06-15 08:17
Braves: 3 Jesse Chavez replacements to trade for if reliever misses serious time
The Braves could be without veteran reliever Jesse Chavez for a substantial time after a scary exit on June 14. Who could Atlanta trade for to replace him?Jesse Chavez has been one of the most pleasant surprises for the Atlanta Braves this season. The 39-year-old reliever was signed to a minor-l...
2023-06-15 07:28
MLB Rumors: Oli Marmol final straw, Vogelbach taunted, Chaim Bloom regret
MLB Rumors: Red Sox regret calling up Matt DermodyThe Boston Red Sox gave pitcher Matt Dermody a spot start last week due to some injuries in their starting rotation. Normally, that wouldn't be a big story, but Boston didn't do their homework.Homophobic tweets from Dermody surfaced p...
2023-06-15 03:51
MLB Rumors: Rockies lose trade chip, Red Sox shifting, Cubs and Astros trade?
Let's explore some of the latest MLB rumors, including thoughts on the Colorado Rockies, Boston Red Sox, Houston Astros and Chicago Cubs.We'll start our tour around the MLB rumors mill in Denver, where the injured list keeps growing for the Colorado Rockies. That list now includes a ve...
2023-06-14 22:20
Cubs ace Marcus Stroman has a clear trade destination to old stomping grounds
With Marcus Stroman in the midst of a Cy Young caliber season, the Cubs could explore trade partners for their ace, including Stroman's former team.Through 14 starts, there aren't many pitchers in the MLB having more success than the Chicago Cubs ace, Marcus Stroman. Stroman ranks firs...
2023-06-14 07:47
MLB Rumors: 4 Jack Flaherty trade destinations, 1 for Cardinals to avoid
The Cardinals could trade SP Jack Flaherty at the deadline, but which trade destinations make the most sense for St. Louis to sell to?It's looking more and more like the anticipated turnaround for the St. Louis Cardinals just might not happen in the 2023 season. After a June 12 loss to the ...
2023-06-14 07:23
MLB Rumors: Red Sox trade attempt, Phillies in trouble, Yadi managing?
MLB Rumors: Let's take a spin around Major League Baseball and look at some of the latest MLB rumors surrounding the Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies and St. Louis Cardinals.MLB rumors: Boston Red Sox tried to trade Raimel TapiaPrior to a series of roster moves that eventually led to t...
2023-06-14 03:17
MLB Rumors: Salvador Perez interest, Reds deadline dilemma, Pete Alonso's future
MLB Rumors: Will the Cincinnati Reds buy or sell?The Cincinnati Reds are streaking since the call up of top prospect Elly De La Cruz. De La Cruz, who has an electric combination of power and speed, has already become one of the best watches in the entire sport in just his rookie season.De La C...
2023-06-14 00:55
MLB Rumors: Astros trade target, Mets fans fed up, Yankees block Oswald Peraza
MLB Rumors: What's the latest with Yankees prospect Oswald Peraza?Anthony Volpe has the worst on-base percentage of any regular in baseball. The Yankees rookie shortstop has struggled to adapt at the major-league level, and some fans want him sent down. By no means would this signal the Yanke...
2023-06-13 05:18
3 Braves trade targets from bottoming-out Cardinals and 2 to avoid
Things aren't turning around for the St. Louis Cardinals and the Atlanta Braves should be ready to take advantage of that at the MLB Trade Deadline.One of the biggest potential hurdles for the Atlanta Braves at the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline is the simple lack of sellers that could be out ...
2023-06-13 04:27