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LA Dodgers

Dodgers' injury-ravaged bullpen finally implodes in loss to Reds

The Dodgers' injury-ravaged bullpen faced a detrimental scenario, leading to a significant loss against the Reds. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Dodgers @ Diamondbacks April 29, 2024: Paxton opens the series as Dodgers return to scene of NLDS sweep - Dodgers Digest

The Dodgers' six-game winning streak ended in Toronto despite a decent bullpen game; Diamondbacks swept Dodgers in NLDS last season. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

LA Dodgers

Shaky defense the latest problem to afflict struggling Dodgers in loss to Mets

Dodgers struggling with pitching, bullpen, lineup, and defense during a 2-5 skid at Chavez Ravine. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

LA Dodgers

The Dodgers bullpen was supposed to be a strength. Why has it struggled early on?

Dodgers bullpen facing challenges due to injuries and performance struggles. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Dodgers 6, Nationals 2: Andy Pages singles in debut, Ryan Yarbrough goes long for the pen - Dodgers Digest

Dodgers bounced back in the pen game despite early struggles and missed opportunities in offense. [ more ]

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Dodgers Nation

1 day ago

LA Dodgers

Dodgers Not Giving Up on Andy Pages Despite Struggles, Says Dave Roberts

Andy Pages started strong but struggled later; Dodgers are supporting his growth despite challenges. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Dodgers Seeing Recent Improvement With Chris Taylor

Chris Taylor's playing time with the Los Angeles Dodgers has decreased due to prolonged struggles and adjustments to his swing. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers' Miguel Vargas Looking Forward to Proving Himself in Big Leagues This Season

Miguel Vargas gets another chance in the big leagues to prove himself after struggles last year. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Dodgers Rumors: Miguel Vargas Being Recalled From Triple-A

Miguel Vargas is getting another chance with the Los Angeles Dodgers after struggling last season and performing well in Triple-A. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Searching For Ways To Give Chris Taylor At-Bats

Chris Taylor's disappointing 2024 season includes a .071 batting average and decreased playing time due to high strikeout rates. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Chris Taylor's April Was The Second-Worst Ever by a Los Angeles Dodgers Hitter

Chris Taylor's poor performance in April 2021 is one of the worst in Dodgers history. The team is hopeful he can adjust his swing to improve. [ more ]

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#chicago-white-sox

Reuters

1 day ago

Chicago Cubs

Brewers up next for woebegone White Sox

The Milwaukee Brewers are in good form, while the Chicago White Sox are struggling with the worst record in the major leagues. [ more ]

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2 days ago

Chicago White Sox

The White Sox Are The Worst Team In The MLB After Two Months

The Chicago White Sox have had a disappointing season in 2024, with the worst record in the MLB and significant struggles in both batting and pitching. [ more ]

Yahoo Sports

2 days ago

Chicago White Sox

White Sox lose 8th straight, complete first winless 7-game homestand in franchise history

Chicago White Sox facing a miserable stretch after a promising period, struggling with eight straight losses and a winless homestand. [ more ]

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Boston Red Sox

The 1946 Red Sox, 1984 Tigers, start fast

Despite some recent wins, the Chicago White Sox are struggling to improve on their poor record from last season. [ more ]

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Chicago White Sox

What Has Happened to the Chicago White Sox?

The Chicago White Sox, once seen as a contending organization, are now struggling despite successful team-building efforts. [ more ]

Yahoo Sports

Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox facing a bleak present and a long road back to relevance

The Chicago White Sox, once a promising team, are now the worst in baseball due to poor performance despite high hopes. [ more ]

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#new-york-mets

Defector

2 days ago

New York Mets

Meet The Mess | Defector

The New York Mets started as lovable losers but now face criticism as they continue to struggle after 63 years. [ more ]

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3 days ago

New York Mets

Mets Pitcher Gets Ejected and Throws Glove into Stands as Broadcaster Declares, That's Where the Mets Are At Right Now'

The New York Mets are struggling with frequent losses and team conflict, culminating in recent ejections and poor performance. [ more ]

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New York Mets

Diaz still 'our closer' after another blown save

Edwin Diaz of the New York Mets has been struggling as a closer, with four blown saves in nine chances this season. [ more ]

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New York Mets

Let's Groove Sometime Soon

The Mets are facing a series of defeats despite some positive trends. [ more ]

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New York Mets

Mets' Diaz open to change in role amid struggles

Edwin Diaz open to role change to help Mets despite struggles. [ more ]

Mets360

New York Mets

Gut Reaction: Phillies 5, Mets 4 (10 INN) 5/13/24

The Mets suffered a disappointing 5-4 loss to the Phillies due to Edwin Diaz's struggles and missed opportunities in hitting. [ more ]

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#mlb

NESN.com

5 days ago

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Notes: Boston Optimistic 'Breakthrough' Approaching

Struggling Red Sox face umpiring challenges and missed opportunities in loss to Orioles. [ more ]

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New York Mets

Mets get swept out of Cleveland by Guardians but beat up dugout items along the way | amNewYork

Mets bullpen struggles continue as players show frustration through destructive actions. [ more ]

NESN.com

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Notes: Boston's Rotation Still Determined To Give Innings

The Boston Red Sox starting rotation continues to excel in 2024, even in tough games like the 4-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Major League Baseball

Jesus Luzardo gets back on track vs. Phillies as future grows uncertain after Arraez trade

Jesus Luzardo aims to stabilize the struggling Miami Marlins amidst a challenging season. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

Braves seek legitimate salvage as Fried starts in L.A.

The Braves are struggling on their West Coast trip, falling in the standings due to poor performance and losing ground against the division rivals. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco Giants

Five stats that stick out from Giants' up-and-down April

The Giants are struggling to meet high expectations despite a strong offseason and are looking for improvement as they navigate a challenging early-season schedule. [ more ]

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Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman Knows His Hot Streak is Coming

Freddie Freeman hit a career grand slam, showcasing his hitting prowess despite struggling recently. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

James Outman: Current Slump 'Feels Less Dark' Than Rookie Season With Dodgers

Outman is struggling at the plate this season but has shown resilience in the past, aiming to turn things around in 2024. [ more ]

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Atlanta Braves

Braves Notes: Austin Riley, Matt Olson come through, Bryce Elder and more

Austin Riley's single helped Braves win, despite his struggles during the homestand. [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Yankees 15, Brewers 3: Rodon rolls as offense comes alive

The Yankees' key hitters, including Aaron Judge, Gleyber Torres, and Anthony Rizzo, need to regain their form for the team to have a successful season. [ more ]

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Chicago White Sox

Losses add up for Cincinnati Reds as they get swept by Mariners in Seattle

The Cincinnati Reds struggled in a three-game series at Seattle, being outscored 17-5 and striking out 31 times. [ more ]

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Atlanta Braves

Braves Minor League Recap: Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach make season debuts

Eli White and pitching shine in Gwinnett's win.

Hurston Waldrep struggles in Pensacola's loss. [ more ]

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#team-performance

Mets360

New York Mets

Mr. Cohen: Tear down this team

Teams struggle with consistency and dealing with underperforming players. [ more ]

NESN.com

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox's Rafael Devers Matches Career-High With Latest Swing

Rafael Devers is hitting homers despite team losses. [ more ]

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#pitching

NESN.com

Boston Red Sox

Red Sox Notes: Boston Seeking Stability In Offensive Output

Consistency in offense crucial for Boston Red Sox, needing to counter pitching dips for better performance. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco Giants

Stat shows Webb's struggles in back-to-back games aren't common

Ace Logan Webb facing rough patch with consecutive short outings, impacting Giants' performance. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Recap: Dodgers Rally From Early Deficit But Bullpen Struggles In Loss to Mets

The importance of starting strong in the first inning for pitchers is crucial for success. [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Yankees 0, Diamondbacks 7: Gallen smothers, Cousins serves up

Kunj Shah's prediction of a 161-1 season for the Yankees may be in doubt after their first loss.

Nestor Cortes struggles initially but shows improvement throughout the game. [ more ]

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#manchester-united

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English Premier League

Manchester United players 'refusing to pass' to goal-shy team-mate: report

Manchester United is facing a despondent mood due to poor performances, particularly striker Rasmus Hojlund's struggles. [ more ]

Soccer News

English Premier League

Beckham: Man Utds problems have lasted too long - Soccer News

Manchester United's struggles since Alex Ferguson's departure are prolonged and challenging, with a need for quick change. [ more ]

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English Premier League

The worst defeats of Erik ten Hag's Man Utd career

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United manager, facing challenges similar to his predecessors despite warnings and club issues. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Chelsea vs Manchester United a crunch clash for fallen giants facing long road to recovery

Managers of Chelsea and United under pressure

Struggles with injuries and lack of performance in both teams. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Man Utd predicted lineup vs Chelsea - Premier League

Manchester United faced disappointment after the international break, highlighting a dismal season.

Injuries and uncertainties challenge Manchester United's lineup against fellow strugglers Chelsea. [ more ]

ESPN.com

2 months ago

English Premier League

Why Man United's failures should surprise nobody

Manchester United's struggles are not surprising given their squad's mediocrity and coaching situation.

Flawed recruitment and lack of ruthlessness in decision-making have contributed to Manchester United's current plight. [ more ]

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#juventus

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Juventus

Juventus 1 - Salernitana 1: Initial reaction and random observations

Juventus struggles continue, with a lackluster performance against Salernitana highlighting ongoing issues. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

Juventus

The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, Episode 228: Chiesa comes alive, but Juve draw vs. Roma

Juventus's struggle for a Champions League spot continued despite a draw with Roma, highlighting ongoing issues and fatigue within the team. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

Juventus

Juventus 1 - Roma 1: Initial reaction and random observations

Juventus's 1-1 draw with Roma is disappointing amidst struggles to secure a spot in the Champions League due to dropped points in recent fixtures. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

Juventus

April's Monthly Juventus Thoughts: The Minimalists

Juventus struggles in the 2023-24 season, barely winning games and aiming to qualify for the Champions League. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

AC Milan

Game Time Thread: Juventus vs. AC Milan

Juventus struggling in home games over the past three months and aiming to regain form and secure points against AC Milan. [ more ]

Black & White & Read All Over

Juventus

Juventus 2 - Cagliari 2: Initial reaction and random observations

Max Allegri believes the best is yet to come for Juventus despite recent struggles. [ more ]

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MLB Trade Rumors

New York Mets

Taylor Kohlwey Signs With Atlantic League's Long Island Ducks

Outfielder Taylor Kohlwey has signed with Long Island Ducks after struggling with the Mets' Triple-A team. [ more ]

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Writing

How Can I Be Free When My Child Is Incarcerated?

Nicole Glasgow started a podcast showcasing the struggles of mothers with incarcerated children, highlighting the lack of communities catering to their specific experiences. [ more ]

#san-francisco-giants

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

4 weeks ago

San Francisco Giants

Giants' Zaidi remains confident Chapman, Soler will find swings

Giants' president Zaidi is confident in Soler and Chapman's abilities, despite early season struggles. [ more ]

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San Francisco Giants

Sean Manaea stymies SF Giants, bullpen not up to snuff in Blake Snell's stead

The Giants have struggled on days when their pitcher Blake Snell is scheduled to start, facing challenges in wins and performance. [ more ]

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San Francisco Giants

It's time, Farhan Zaidi: SF Giants need to call up the rookies

The Giants planned for a youth-driven team with key additions, but struggles and inconsistencies have led to questions about the original plan. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco Giants

Melvin, Giants' frustrations boil over in irritating loss to Rays

The Giants are struggling with frustrating losses despite solid individual performances. [ more ]

McCovey Chronicles

San Francisco Giants

Kyle Harrison no match for Giants offense

Offense creates but squanders opportunities

Giants' starting pitching needs perfection due to offensive struggles [ more ]

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#champions-league

Soccer News

4 weeks ago

English Premier League

Just work hard mate - Postecoglous simple answer to Tottenhams tricky question - Soccer News

Tottenham must work hard to salvage a disappointing end to the campaign. [ more ]

The Athletic

Arsenal

Arsenal are still learning in the Champions League - and the lessons can serve them well

Champions League brings unique challenges for Arsenal, as acknowledged by Thomas Tuchel.

Arsenal, though strong in the Premier League, are still adapting and making mistakes in the Champions League. [ more ]

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Boston Celtics

Heat fall to Boston 118-84, are eliminated from playoffs - Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog

Miami Heat struggled in a game against the Boston Celtics, with Bam Adebayo leading the offense but facing challenges due to lack of support and inability to guard effectively. [ more ]

Axios

Medicine

Retailers retreat from health care delivery

Walmart's closure of health services highlights struggles of major retailers entering healthcare. [ more ]

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LA Dodgers

How Freddie Freeman - now back on a hitting streak - worked through early-season slump

Freddie Freeman faced struggles in early season, despite decent stats, aiming for consistency. Remedies include a specialized pregame routine emphasizing swing mechanics. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Freddie Freeman Implementing First With Trying To Correct Swing

Freddie Freeman is struggling in the early season, trying to adjust his swing to improve performance. [ more ]

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#chelsea-fc

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Chelsea

"With the money they've spent..." Pundit claims Pochettino is doing "a fantastic job" at Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino faces a challenging debut season at Chelsea amidst struggles, injuries, and uncertainties. [ more ]

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Chelsea

Chelsea players' stance on Mauricio Pochettino sacking - report

Chelsea players supportive of Pochettino despite struggles. [ more ]

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#playoffs

RMNB

National Hockey League

Capitals fall into likely inescapable hole as special teams play burns them again: numbers for the morning after

Capitals are struggling in the first-round playoff series, especially with poor special teams play. [ more ]

ESPN.com

LA Lakers

Russell redemption road hits bump in Lakers' loss

D'Angelo Russell's recent struggles are contrasting his improved performance, affecting the Lakers' playoff journey. [ more ]

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Liverpool FC

Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool exit could prove timely for both parties

Klopp's departure from Liverpool amid struggles and failed quadruple dream. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

LA Dodgers

Andrew Friedman Believes Dodgers Prospect Diego Cartaya Can Bounce Back From Struggles

Diego Cartaya, a top baseball prospect, faced struggles in Double-A last year but shows promise for improvement with support from Dodgers' management. [ more ]

Soccer News

Bayern Munich

Prediction: Union Berlin vs Bayern Munich - Soccer News

Harry Kane is the recommended choice to score at any time. [ more ]

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Arsenal

Exclusive: Arteta still believes in Arsenal ace, change in position could be an option, says expert

Arsenal manager Arteta believes in Zinchenko, considering moving him forward for better performance. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

New York Yankees

Gleyber Torres should roll the dice and swing more freely

Despite the Yankees' successful start to the 2024 season, key players like Gleyber Torres are struggling and need to find their form. [ more ]

Vulture

Writing

How'd You Make That?

Creators' stories have a classic structure, starting from nothing and ending with something.

Transitioning from editor to artist involved struggles of self-doubt and the balance between perseverance and surrender. [ more ]

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