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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Marshfield native Scott Gustafson swaps seats at Fenway Park for view as leader of ESPN's baseball coverage

Scott Gustafson, a lifelong Red Sox fan from Marshfield, now leads ESPN's MLB production and vividly remembers specific childhood seats at Fenway Park.
fromMarlin Maniac
1 week ago

Miami Marlins legend Livan Hernandez really was one of a kind

When fans think of Miami Marlins legend Livan Hernandez, there can be no doubt of what comes to mind first: "I love you, Miami!" He's forever tied to that magical Marlins championship run in 1997, where he earned World Series MVP honors. Yet he spent far more of his career loving to face Miami rather than loving to play for them.
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fromDodgers Nation
1 hour ago

Dodgers' Dave Roberts Questioned By MLB Analyst for Decision That Backfired vs Phillies

Dodgers used Anthony Banda as an opener to exploit lefty matchups, but Schwarber homered and the plan faltered despite Sheehan's 5.2 no-hit innings.
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fromESPN.com
4 hours ago
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Fantasy Baseball Forecaster for Week 25: Playoffs Week 3, Sept. 15-21

Week 25, with 96 games and many seven-game teams, is the ideal week to build a fantasy head start before end-of-season rest reduces player availability.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago
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Fantasy Baseball Subscriber Chat With Nicklaus Gaut

Nicklaus Gaut will discuss fantasy baseball with Trade Rumors Front Office subscribers today at 11:00 AM Central; submit questions early or join the live event.
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fromRoger Ebert
4 hours ago

11 Baseball Movies that Hit it Out of the Park from Make Me Commissioner's Jane Leavy | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Baseball needs modernization through technology, ownership, stadium design, and fan-focused innovations to revive engagement and preserve the game’s core appeal.
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fromBattery Power
7 hours ago

This Day in Braves History: Otis Nixon is suspended 60 days for violating baseball's drug policy

Historic baseball moments from 1948–2009 include pitching gems, hitting milestones, record-setting streaks, roster oddities, and a notable suspension affecting postseason availability.
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fromESPN.com
19 hours ago
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The biggest success -- and biggest failure -- for all 30 MLB teams this season

MLB teams' fortunes are compared to preseason forecasts to identify each club's biggest success and failure, acknowledging unpredictability and multiple plausible season outcomes.
fromToronto Star
2 years ago
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Mike Wilner: Jays could afford the asking price for Marcus Stroman, but not the grief

The approaching MLB trade deadline sparks a surge of speculative insider reports about contending teams pursuing players from non-contenders, often with exaggerated claims of due diligence.
fromESPN.com
19 hours ago
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The biggest success -- and biggest failure -- for all 30 MLB teams this season

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19 hours ago

Phillies clinch NL East with wild win vs. Dodgers

LOS ANGELES -- Kyle Schwarber, Weston Wilson and Bryce Harper homered, and the Philadelphia Phillies clinched their second straight NL East title with a wild 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night. It was the earliest division clinch in franchise history, two days sooner than the 2011 club that clinched on Sept. 17. The Phillies got it done in Game 151, second-fastest in club history behind the 2011 Phillies who did it in Game 150.
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fromOver the Monster
5 hours ago

Series Preview: Athletics at Boston Red Sox

Red Sox avoided a sweep and preserved playoff opportunity by alternating pitching and timely offense, with upcoming matchups providing chances to improve performance.
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fromBattery Power
7 hours ago
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Atlanta Braves News: Offensive Outburst in Win, Double Header Tuesday, Spencer Strider, More

fromBattery Power
7 hours ago
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Atlanta Braves News: Offensive Outburst in Win, Double Header Tuesday, Spencer Strider, More

fromMLB Trade Rumors
3 hours ago

Royals To Activate Cole Ragans On Wednesday

Ragans, 28 this offseason, has been out more than three months due to a strained rotator cuff in his left shoulder. His absence has been a major reason for Kansas City's slide in the standings and the team's all but certain elimination from playoff contention, although Ragans certainly hasn't been the only rotation member to run into health woes this year.
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fromDodgers Digest
1 day ago
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Phillies @ Dodgers September 15, 2025: Banda opens for Sheehan as the bats look to stay hot in a possible NLCS preview

fromDodgers Digest
2 days ago
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Dodgers 10, Giants 2: Back-to-back games with double digit runs as bats tally 18 hits and the Dodgers take the rivalry series

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1 day ago
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Phillies @ Dodgers September 15, 2025: Banda opens for Sheehan as the bats look to stay hot in a possible NLCS preview

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2 days ago
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Dodgers 10, Giants 2: Back-to-back games with double digit runs as bats tally 18 hits and the Dodgers take the rivalry series

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fromBattery Power
1 day ago

This Day in Braves History: Dusty Baker makes "the greatest catch in Atlanta Stadium history,"

Historic baseball milestones and oddities from 1915–1971 including game-deciding pitching, record-setting hitters, first back-to-back brother homers, strikeout records, and a debut injury.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

The Opener: Rangers, Astros, Phillies, Dodgers, Strahm

Late-season divisional races and key series between Mariners/Astros/Rangers and Phillies/Dodgers will heavily influence playoff positioning, with bullpen needs and starting matchups critical.
fromOver the Monster
1 day ago

Minor Lines 9/14: The pitchers are coming

MLB vet Jose DeLeon still waits for his first decision win of 2025 in a WooSox uniform; he may not end up getting it, as this was his best chance. The Mets had just one hit against him with two outs in the sixth. In the end, giving up four walks on the day caught up to him, as number three and number four came consecutively, followed by that one hit in the worst possible place, an RBI double to let Syracuse claim the lead. Jovani Moran came in and allowed two more batters to score, doing the team in.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Submit Your Questions For This Week's Episode Of The MLBTR Podcast

MLBTR requests listener baseball questions for the next podcast episode; submit via email or audio for possible inclusion; subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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fromJays Journal
1 day ago

Which Blue Jay prospects stood out in Double A during New Hampshire's 2025 season

New Hampshire Fisher Cats finished 2025 with a 56-81 record, but produced several promising Blue Jays prospects led by Charles McAdoo.
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fromDefector
1 day ago

The Seattle Mariners Are In Their Etsy Witch Era | Defector

A $19.99 Etsy spell coincided with a dramatic Seattle Mariners turnaround, including blowout wins, a multi-game streak, and a walk-off by rookie catcher Harry Ford.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
23 hours ago

Bob Milano starred at Cal as a catcher before becoming the Golden Bears' winningest baseball coach

Bob Milano, an Oakland kid who played catcher at Cal and then became the winningest baseball coach in school history, has died. He was 85. Milano retired following the 1999 season with 688 career victories. He was inducted to the Cal Athletics Hall of Fame in 2004 and had his jersey number 7 retired by the school. The school confirmed Milano's death on Monday afternoon.
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fromDodgers Nation
2 days ago
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Dodgers Notes: All-Star to IL, Clayton Kershaw Undecided on Future, Tanner Scott Talks Struggles

fromDodger Blue
2 days ago
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Recap: Dodgers Receive Balanced Contributions In Bounce-Back Win Against Giants

fromDodgers Nation
4 days ago
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Dodgers Notes: LA Officially Releases Pitcher, Will Smith Setback, Shohei Ohtani Start Pushed Back

fromDodgers Nation
2 days ago
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Dodgers Notes: All-Star to IL, Clayton Kershaw Undecided on Future, Tanner Scott Talks Struggles

fromDodger Blue
2 days ago
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Recap: Dodgers Receive Balanced Contributions In Bounce-Back Win Against Giants

fromDodgers Nation
4 days ago
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Dodgers Notes: LA Officially Releases Pitcher, Will Smith Setback, Shohei Ohtani Start Pushed Back

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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Prep talk: It's September but practice has begun for Corona Centennial baseball

Centennial High's baseball team returns experienced sophomore starters and competes in a talent-rich Big VIII League while some players also contribute in varsity football.
fromDodger Blue
23 hours ago

Dodgers Injury Update: Brock Stewart Scheduled For 'Quick' Rehab Assignment

Roberts said right-hander Brock Stewart has been throwing to hitters in Los Angeles this weekend and will go out on a "quick" rehab assignment this week, just one or two appearances.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
2 days ago

Cardinals To Activate Nolan Arenado On Monday

Nolan Arenado is being activated from the injured list despite a career-worst offensive season and diminished defensive metrics, as the Cardinals continue to struggle.
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fromDodgers Digest
5 days ago

Dodgers 9, Rockies 0: A 3-game sweep and a 3-game NL West lead behind Snell & Betts

The Dodgers completed a four-game sweep of the Rockies with a 9-0 win, powered by Blake Snell's six shutout innings and early offense.
fromOver the Monster
2 days ago

Red Sox News & Links: Alex Cora doesn't want to talk about the playoffs

I think we should stop talking about October to be honest with you. There's a lot of stuff going on and we have to play better. I'm not saying we're in a bad spot, but I think we have to wait to see if October is part of this.
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fromDodgers Digest
6 days ago

Dodgers 7, Rockies 2: Emmet Sheehan continues the run of starter dominance, bats smash 4 homers as they've won 3 straight

The Dodgers won 7-2, powered by homers from Teoscar Hernandez, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman and a seven-inning, nine-strikeout start from Emmet Sheehan.
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Alex Bregman shares his advice for younger Red Sox teammates down the stretch

Red Sox need to simplify approach, slow down, and execute in final 13 games to secure a postseason berth.
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fromBattery Power
2 days ago

Baldwin gets day off as Braves try to avoid sweep

Sandy Leon never translated prospect framing promise into sustained offense while Christian Walker remains an excellent defensive first baseman with potential for an offensive rebound despite poor 2025 metrics.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
2 days ago

Roberts: Roki Sasaki "Open" To Pitching In Relief

That's not the case in this instance, however, as manager Dave Roberts told reporters ( including Fabian Ardaya) on Friday that Sasaki dealt with "a calf situation" during his rehab that extended the time he could be allowed to spend in Triple-A. He'll make at least one more start in the minors, per Roberts, at which point it's possible he'll move back into pitching in MLB games.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Cashman: Yankees "Believe In" Anthony Volpe Despite "Tough Stretch"

Anthony Volpe's underwhelming season has made the shortstop a topic of controversy in the Bronx, and more attention was generated this week when it was revealed that Volpe has been playing with a small tear in his left shoulder labrum since May 3. Trying to play through this shoulder problem has clearly impacted Volpe's performance - not only has he hit .197/.248/.378 in 418 plate appearances since suffering the injury, Volpe's formerly excellent defense has drastically fallen off.
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fromSun Sentinel
2 days ago

Johnston's two-run homer in 11th lifts Marlins to fourth straight win

After Wenceel Pérez's RBI double put Detroit ahead in the top of the 11th, López started the bottom half with an infield single that advanced automatic runner Joey Wiemer. Heriberto Hernández's RBI fielder's choice scored Wiemer before Johnston drove a slider from Rafael Montero (1-2) over the wall in right-center. It was Johnston's first career multi-homer game. Josh Simpson (3-2) got the last two outs in the top of the 11th for the win.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
2 days ago

Dodgers Place Will Smith On Injured List

Smith, 30, has enjoyed a career year with the Dodgers this season as he's hit .296/404/.497 and landed his third consecutive All-Star appearance. Unfortunately, he was struck by a foul ball on his throwing hand on September 3. He sat out for nearly a week before he returned on September 9, but he hasn't appeared in a game since. Manager Dave Roberts had previously described the issue as a matter of pain tolerance for Smith,
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 day ago

Jose Quintana To Undergo MRI For Calf Injury

Jose Quintana suffered a calf injury requiring an MRI, risking his availability and further straining an already injury-depleted Brewers pitching staff ahead of the postseason.
#tanner-scott
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fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Red Sox CBO Craig Breslow reportedly prioritizing finding a GM this offseason

Craig Breslow is prioritizing hiring a general manager to serve as his second-in-command amid major front-office changes and multiple assistant GM candidates.
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fromDodgers Nation
2 days ago

Dodgers' Ben Rortvedt Takes Responsibility for Tanner Scott's Struggles

Ben Rortvedt has become a key Dodgers catcher, hitting .294 in seven games, framing well, and showing leadership after bullpen struggles and injuries.
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fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
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Tong implodes, deGrom hands collapsing Mets 7th straight loss in return to Citi Field | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
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Tong implodes, deGrom hands collapsing Mets 7th straight loss in return to Citi Field | amNewYork

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fromDodgers Digest
1 week ago

Dodgers 3, Rockies 1: Tyler Glasnow strikes out 11 over 7 no-hit innings, Dodgers actually win this time

Tyler Glasnow threw seven no-hit innings with 11 strikeouts but left tied; Treinen, Tanner Scott and hits from Freeman and Betts secured a 3-1 Dodgers win.
fromDodger Blue
3 days ago

Dodgers make Roki Sasaki decision with rehab assignment nearing end

Sasaki began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Aug. 14 and has made five starts for the Dodgers' top Minor League affiliate. That's come with mixed results, though Sasaki did finish with a season-high five strikeouts in his outing this Tuesday. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was pleased with Sasaki's start, and in particular due to his fastball velocity hovering around triple-digits throughout the 4.2 innings pitched. Next was a meeting between Sasaki and Dodgers leadership to determine a course of action moving forward.
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fromMarlin Maniac
3 days ago

No matter what, this can't be Sandy Alcantara's last home game for Miami Marlins

One thing is for certain: Friday night had better not be the last time Sandy Alcantara takes the mound for the Miami Marlins in 2025. Sandy could have thrown a perfect game Friday night, narrowly outdueling fellow former Cy Young winner Tariq Skubal of the Tigers, and that would still be true. No matter how epic, no matter how packed loanDepotPark was or wasn't, the Marlins have to finagle things to let Alcantara take the mound during the final weekend of the season.
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fromBattery Power
3 days ago

Braves blown out 11-3 with horrid BABIP luck

Hurston Waldrep pitched effectively but suffered extreme BABIP luck, finishing 4.2 innings with four strikeouts, two walks, one homer, and 10 whiffs on 84 pitches.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
2 days ago

Phillies Notes: Wheeler, Romano, Turner, Bohm

The Phillies have been without ace right-hander Zack Wheeler in their rotation since August 15, and late last month it was announced that he had been recommended for surgery to correct thoracic outlet syndrome. Today, the Phillies revealed to reporters (including Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic) that Wheeler is set to go under the knife on September 23. At the time of the club's original announcement about Wheeler needing surgery, it was suggested that the procedure typically came with a 6-8 month recovery timeline.
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fromBattery Power
4 days ago

This Day in Braves History: September 12th

Baseball milestones span team achievements, rare game feats, and player career milestones, including pennant clinches, record grand slams, 30-30 seasons, and 3000 hits.
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fromESPN.com
4 days ago

MLB playoff tracker: Who can clinch postseason spot next, current bracket and more

Detroit, Phillies, and Brewers lead divisions; Brewers near clinch; projected playoff matchups place Blue Jays and Tigers as top AL seeds and Brewers top NL.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 days ago

The Opener: Trout, Senga, Wild Card Chase

Trout chasing 400: belted the 399th home run of his illustrious career last night, placing him just one round-tripper shy of becoming the 59th plate in MLB history to reach the 400 milestone. Trout, currently in a three-way tie with Andres Galarraga and Al Kaline on the all-time leaderboard, is hitting .235/.368/.426 (119 wRC+) and has already secured the tenth 20-homer season of his career (plus 17 homers during the shortened 2020 season).
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fromDodgers Nation
3 days ago

Dodgers Lineup vs Giants: Will Smith Out Again, Michael Conforto Starting Over Hyeseong Kim

Right-handed pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (11-8, 2.72 ERA) is starting for LA, coming off his 8.2 no-hit innings against the Baltimore Orioles in his most recent start before giving up a Jackson Holliday home run in the ninth inning. Opposite Yamamoto will be right-hander Justin Verlander (3-10, 4.09 ERA), who's pitched back-to-back scoreless starts, throwing a total of 11 innings with 16 strikeouts and just six hits allowed.
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fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 days ago

MLBTR Podcast: Talking Mariners With Jerry Dipoto

Seattle Mariners have limited spending on free-agent position players, face challenges attracting players, pursue Josh Naylor re-signing, and weigh deadline trade flexibility.
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fromOver the Monster
4 days ago

It's hold on to your butts time for the Boston Red Sox

Dean predicted 86 wins, which was the lowest number of the crew, and it feels like it would take a monumental failing to end up there by the evening of September 28th. Mike, you were right there at 87 wins. The rest of the crew was anywhere between 89 and 92 victories for the 2025 campaign. And that actually sounds reasonable.
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fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Bobby Valentine weighs in on Mets' 2025 struggles: That distraction of winning has to be combatted' | amNewYork

Mets’ 2025 season collapsed after a 45-24 start, falling 31-47 since and teetering on the wild-card bubble amid mental distractions.
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fromBattery Power
4 days ago

Atlanta Braves Minor League Recap: McCabe's Big Game Not Enough, While Clingstones Win

Stripers lost 6-4 on a ninth-inning walk-off homer despite solid pitching and ten hits, stranded nine runners and went 2-for-8 with RISP.
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fromESPN.com
1 week ago

How much will Kyle Tucker and Kyle Schwarber get paid this winter? MLB insiders predict their free agency

Kyle Schwarber is a 50-homer designated hitter entering free agency at 33, while Kyle Tucker is a 4.7-WAR outfielder with recent inconsistency and an injury.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 days ago

Phillies Designate Matt Manning For Assignment

The Phillies announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Walker Buehler and placed left-hander Jose Alvarado on the 15-injured list, moves which were previously reported. Alvarado's injury wasn't specified in that earlier reporting but the Phils announced it as a left forearm strain, retroactive to September 11th. The severity is still unclear. To open a 40-man spot for Buehler, righty Matt Manning has been designated for assignment.
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fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Red Sox fall to A's 5-4; Chapman's hitless streak ends at 50 batters, 17 appearances

Nick Kurtz hit his 30th rookie home run and Lawrence Butler delivered a ninth-inning walk-off single as the A's beat the Red Sox 5-4.
fromMLB Trade Rumors
5 days ago

Orioles Promoted Mike Elias Prior To 2025 Season

Mike Elias quietly received a promotion in the offseason, per reporting from Ken Rosenthal and Brittany Ghiroli of The Athletic. His previous title with the Orioles was general manager but he was promoted to president of baseball operations before the 2025 campaign began. Today's report adds that the O's plan to hire a GM to work under Elias. The title change is largely ceremonial.
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fromOver the Monster
5 days ago

Athletics 5, Red Sox 4: I Honestly Don't Have A Fun/Catchy/Witty/Quirky Title For This One

The Sox had ample opportunity to take the game today and complete the sweep, but sadly that did not happen. RISP opportunities were squandered, the pitching wasn't stellar, and Aroldis Chapman reminded everybody that he's human and couldn't keep the A's from walking off the last game of the series. Oh well. We had a split road trip, so I guess it could've been worse.
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fromDodgers Nation
5 days ago

Dodgers Officially Release Right-Hander Pitcher

Sauer was designated for assignment by the Dodgers over the weekend when Dalton Rushing was placed on the injured list and Chuckie Robinson was called up. After clearing waivers, the Dodgers elected to release Sauer back to free agency. More news: Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Predicted to Win NL MVP in a 'Landslide' Sauer, 26, joined the Dodgers this offseason on a minor league deal. The right-hander ended up making the roster for the Tokyo Series, but didn't appear in either of the two games. He was then optioned back to Triple-A ahead of the domestic season opener.
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fromDodger Blue
5 days ago

Recap: Blake Snell Strikes Out 11, Mookie Betts Hits Grand Slam As Dodgers Sweep Rockies

Snell gave the Dodgers six shutout innings while allowing just two hits and two walks. He also struck out a season-high 11 batters. The only time the Rockies put a runner in scoring position was in the fourth inning with two outs, which was the result of a walk and a stolen base by Ezequiel Tovar. Other than that, Snell only allowed two singles and didn't allow them to advance.
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fromOver the Monster
5 days ago

Assessing Alex Cora's place among Red Sox managerial giants

Earlier this week Alex Cora won his 600th game as the Red Sox manager. He was already third all-time for managerial wins in Boston, having passed Pinky Higgins (560 wins) earlier this season. He now trails only Terry Francona (744) and Joe Cronin (1071) on the all-time list. That's some good company. In fact, Joe Cronin's clubs managed a .539 winning percentage for him over 13 years while Cora is sitting at .538.
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fromOver the Monster
5 days ago

Minor Lines 9/10: Shane Drohan is still viable in Worcester's rotation

The bullpen further shut down Syracuse as it took them until the ninth to gather even one run or even their second runner in scoring position of the night. In hindsight, this game was finished rather quickly: Mikey Romero, who otherwise struck out three times on the night among the team's 14, got his fifteenth home run (across Portland and Worcester) with just one recorded out in the second inning.
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