Orioles: Felix Bautista, a closer, has more strikeouts than starters on MLB's worst teams
Orioles closer Felix Bautista has struck out a ridiculous amount of hitters this year, more than any starter on multiple teams in the MLB.The Orioles have taken the MLB world by storm across the second half of 2022 and the first half of 2023. They currently have one of the best records in the ML...
2023-06-16 10:17
Latest Braves update on Max Fried, Kyle Wright offers encouraging signs
Braves starting pitchers Max Fried and Kyle Wright both took big steps in the right direction towards returning from the IL.The Braves have been one of the best teams in the MLB over the last few seasons, including the start of 2023. With Spencer Strider struggling the way he has, Atlanta is anx...
2023-06-16 09:58
Cubs move to make room for Cody Bellinger return ruffles some feathers
The Cubs are finally getting star Cody Bellinger back in the fold, but it comes at a cost. Chicago had to demote this Duke star in a corresponding roster move.On Thursday, the Chicago Cubs activated outfielder Cody Bellinger from the injured list as Bellinger makes his return at first base again...
2023-06-16 09:56
Red Sox Rumors: Verdugo benching, Dermody controversy, fixing Triston Casas
Red Sox Rumors: Alex Verdugo benched last week for poor work ethicBoston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo got punished last Wednesday for not hustling enough against the Cleveland Guardians. Red Sox manager Alex Cora decided to bench Verdugo for the following game, the series finale versus Clevelan...
2023-06-16 08:20
Cardinals rumors: 3 Oli Marmol replacements to avoid
As bad losses continue to mount and frustrate Cardinals fans, manager Oli Marmol’s replacements are discussed. But who should the Cardinals avoid?The fan base is looking for answers after the St. Louis Cardinals' loss on Wednesday by a count 8-5 to the Giants. Many fans will tell you ...
2023-06-16 07:26
Rob Manfred, MLB's baseball-hating commissioner, alienates even more fans
In honor of Pride Month, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has decreed that... teams should not wear Pride-inspired logos or patches. So much for being an ally.MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is taking the "MLB" out of LGBTQ+ this month, if the acronym had an "M", anyway.On Thurs...
2023-06-16 06:55
Braves Rumors: Trade for familiar face, Jesse Chavez injury update, Strider struggles
Braves Rumors: Spencer Strider struggles sounding some alarmsSpencer Strider's start to the 2023 season was the stuff of legends, the type of performance that you could put on par with the things that Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz did for the Atlanta Braves. The young ace became th...
2023-06-16 05:53
Rob Manfred gaslights Athletics fans for reverse boycott game
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred gaslit Oakland Athletics for their reverse boycott game to protest the team moving to Las Vegas.It seems like a foregone conclusion that the Athletics will be moving to Las Vegas. On Wednesday, the Nevada state legislature approved $380 million in taxpayer funds to h...
2023-06-16 04:26
Why the New York Mets should regret their lengthy commitment to Lindor
With a big smile and infectious personality, New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is arguably one of the most marketable players in MLB. But should the Mets ultimately regret their long-term commitment to him?Back in January of 2021, the New York Mets acquired 'superstar' shortstop...
2023-06-16 02:18
Guardians vs. Diamondbacks prediction and odds for Friday, June 16
The Arizona Diamondbacks have a surprising lead in the NL West as we start to approach the halfway mark of the season.Now, they'll take on the Cleveland Guardians in a weekend series. This will be the second straight series the Guardians will be facing an NL West team after losing a series ...
2023-06-16 02:15
MLB Rumors: 1 trade to fix the Cardinals, Cubs, Phillies and Mets
The Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies can be fixed, but it won't be easy.MLB Rumors: Cardinals should trade for Shane BieberThe common take on Shane Bieber is simple -- the Cleveland Guardians don't view him as an ace-level talent, and neither d...
2023-06-16 01:53
Another Mets pitcher was almost ejected for sticky stuff
New York Mets relief pitcher David Robertson said that the same umpiring crew that ejected Drew Smith for sticky stuff on Tuesday tried to throw him out of the game as well.The New York Mets have not had the best of luck regarding sticky substance checks with umpiring crews. Back in mid-April, M...
2023-06-16 00:45