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Pinstripe Alley

1 day ago

New York Yankees @ Toronto Blue Jays: Marcus Stroman vs. Kevin Gausman

Marcus Stroman impresses with a 2.12 ERA and high strikeout rate in his recent performances. [ more ]

www.amny.com

1 week ago

Judge flies out with bases loaded in 9th, Marlins escape with 5-2 win over Yankees | amNewYork

Marlins halt Yankees' momentum with a 5-2 win at Yankee Stadium.

Marcus Stroman struggles in his third start as a Yankee, yielding to Jake Burger's home run. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

1 week ago

Yankees 2, Marlins 5: Third-inning slip-up sinks Stroman, shot at sweep

The Yankees had a strong start to the season with four series wins but missed completing a sweep against the Marlins.

Marcus Stroman, despite a decent performance, faced challenges against the Marlins, leading to the Yankees' loss. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

1 week ago

New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Marcus Stroman vs. Yusei Kikuchi

The anticipation for the home opener at Yankee Stadium is high due to the team's successful start, the presence of a new superstar, and a pitcher eager to shine.

Marcus Stroman, a Medford, NY native, is excited for his home debut and aims to prove himself on the big stage with his pitching skills. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

2 weeks ago

Yankees 5, Astros 3: Soto and Oswaldo keep mashing

Oswaldo Cabrera and Juan Soto were key players in the Yankees' victory.

Marcus Stroman made an anticipated debut with a successful strikeout. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

2 weeks ago

New York Yankees @ Houston Astros: Marcus Stroman vs. Hunter Brown

Yankees showcasing strong offense in comeback victories

Marcus Stroman's impact on the team as he debuts for the Yankees [ more ]

Saratogian

Marcus Stroman dazzles in home opener but Yankees bats go silent in loss to Blue Jays

Marcus Stroman excelled in his Yankee Stadium debut, pitching six scoreless innings against the Blue Jays.

Stroman's emotional connection to pitching for the Yankees in his hometown of New York was evident in his performance. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Marcus Stroman's arsenal fits the Yankees mold

Marcus Stroman will be pitching for the Yankees for the next two seasons.

Stroman is a good fit for the Yankees as a ground ball-machine who won't be affected by Yankee Stadium's outfield. [ more ]

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Newsday

3 weeks ago

Yankees' Marcus Stroman excels in final tuneup; fifth starter job goes to Luis Gil

Marcus Stroman declares readiness for the regular season after a strong performance in a spring training game

Luis Gil wins fifth starter competition for the Yankees pitching rotation [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees 0, Tigers 7: Clubbed by the Carpenter

Marcus Stroman struggled in an exhibition game, needing strong defense behind him.

Yankees had a lackluster performance with few hits and multiple strikeouts. [ more ]

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Pinstripe Alley

New York Yankees @ Detroit Tigers: Marcus Stroman vs. Casey Mize

Marcus Stroman likely to start on Opening Day

Lineup with regulars like Alex Verdugo, Gleyber Torres, Anthony Rizzo [ more ]

Bleed Cubbie Blue

Cubs 8, White Sox 5: Soon, it'll be for real

You've probably heard a lot about ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence site that can write many different things.Since today's game wasn't too meaningful and was largely played by minor leaguers, I gave ChatGPT the following prompt: "Write a recap of a spring training baseball game between the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox, where the Cubs won 8-5 and mostly minor league players from 2023 were used in the game by both teams."

Bleed Cubbie Blue

Cubs 6, White Sox 6: Dansby Swanson does it again

If you were worried about Dansby Swanson's early spring performance, it's certainly a good thing that he's ending the Spring Training schedule on a high note.Swanson homered for the second straight game.Unfortunately, a five-run White Sox ninth made the result a 6-6 tie between the Cubs and White Sox.

South Side Sox

Gamethread: White Sox at Cubs

The end of Spring Training is near.There are only two games left for our White Sox, both against the Cubs in Mesa, Ariz.- a fitting buildup to a season where both teams have something to prove after lackluster efforts in 2022.The Sox are looking for a win today after losing, 4-2, to the Colorado Rockies yesterday - and doing so would put the club back at 13-13.

MLB Trade Rumors

The Opener: WBC, Relief Market, Voit

With Opening Day less than two weeks away, here are three things we'll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world throughout the day today:
1. WBC Update The World Baseball Classic continues tonight as Puerto Rico takes on Mexico in the quarterfinals.Marcus Stroman will take the mound for Puerto Rico, while Julio Urias will start the game for Mexico.

South Side Sox

World Baseball Classic: White Sox players continue to shine

The World Baseball Classic has been live for about a week, and the action has not stopped since.As pool play concludes, the top two teams from each group move on to the quarterfinal round.So far, Pools A and B have wrapped up, with Cuba and Italy advancing from Pool A, and Japan and Australia from Pool B officially moving on to the second round.

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Pinstripe Alley

For the Yankees, Marcus Stroman's height is nothing new

Marcus Stroman has a unique and explosive pitching style with exceptional vertical movement on his sinker.

Height may not be directly correlated with pitching performance, as seen with successful shorter pitchers like Stroman. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees 1, Blue Jays 2: Stroman shines as the lineup goes quiet

Marcus Stroman signed with the Yankees to strengthen the rotation.

Stroman had an impressive outing in spring training with four scoreless and hitless innings. [ more ]

Newsday

Books

Marcus Stroman's children's book a big hit with Gerrit Cole

Gerrit Cole read Marcus Stroman's children's books to connect with him.

Marcus Stroman, an MLB player, is also a children's author. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees 2024 Season Preview: Marcus Stroman

Stroman transitions to third spot in rotation

Yankees hope for Stroman's health and performance [ more ]

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Yankees 3, Orioles 7: Stroman strong, relievers not so much

Marcus Stroman excelled in a Grapefruit League start, pitching four scoreless innings.

Yankees struggled offensively against Orioles, leading to a 7-3 loss. [ more ]

Troy Record

Cole leads Yankees' rotation looking to rebound from terrible season

Gerrit Cole aims to have another successful year and win the AL Cy Young Award.

The Yankees are looking to improve their rotation after a disappointing season in 2022. [ more ]

Saratogian

Cole leads Yankees' rotation looking to rebound from terrible season

The Yankees are relying heavily on Gerrit Cole to lead their rotation.

New York signed Marcus Stroman to join Cole in the rotation. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 2/11/24

The Yankees signed Marcus Stroman to strengthen their rotation for the 2024 season.

Chase Hampton and Spencer Jones, top prospects, will participate in big league spring training. [ more ]

www.amny.com

What to watch for at Yankees spring training 2024 | amNewYork

The Yankees have several newcomers to watch during Spring Training, including Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo.

There is pressure on Marcus Stroman to perform well in the starting rotation and potentially become the No. 2 starter behind Gerrit Cole. [ more ]

Sports Illustrated NY Yankees News, Analysis and More

Mariners Pursuing Rumored Yankees Trade Target In Possible Blockbuster

The New York Yankees have made several moves this offseason, including signing slugger Juan Soto and pitcher Marcus Stroman.

The Yankees have been linked to Chicago White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease in trade rumors, but the Seattle Mariners are also interested in acquiring him. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 1/24/24

The New York Yankees are making alterations to their road gray uniforms for the first time in eight years.

Pitching coach Matt Blake is excited about Marcus Stroman joining the team and praises his competitiveness and intangibles. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 1/21/24

Marcus Stroman praises Clarke Schmidt as a talented pitcher

Prospect Tyler Hardman reflects on his weaknesses and hopes to learn from Aaron Judge [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 1/19/24

The Yankees have been quiet in the offseason and are not aggressively pursuing trades.

The article discusses the history of Yankees trading with the Rays and honors Hiroki Kuroda. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Marcus Stroman's signing and its impact on payroll and future additions

The Yankees signed Marcus Stroman to a two-year, $37 million deal with an option for a third year to bolster their starting rotation.

Stroman's signing brings the Yankees' Competitive Balance Tax payroll above $300 million for the first time in franchise history. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees Focused On Bullpen; Further Rotation Splash Unlikely

The Yankees have shifted their focus to the bullpen and are unlikely to make another significant addition to their starting staff.

Clay Holmes has become a key player in the New York bullpen, posting impressive numbers since joining the team. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees Focused On Bullpen; Further Rotation Splash Unlikely

The Yankees have shifted their focus to the bullpen and are unlikely to make another significant addition to their starting staff.

Clay Holmes has become a key player in the New York bullpen, posting impressive numbers since joining the team. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees Focused On Bullpen; Further Rotation Splash Unlikely

The Yankees have shifted their focus to the bullpen and are unlikely to make another significant addition to their starting staff.

Clay Holmes has become a key player in the New York bullpen, posting impressive numbers since joining the team. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees Designate Oscar Gonzalez For Assignment

Yankees sign Marcus Stroman

Oscar Gonzalez designated for assignment [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees "Making Progress" On Deal With Marcus Stroman

Marcus Stroman and the Yankees are making progress on a deal, which is pending a physical and is for two years with an option for a third.

Stroman has had a successful career, with solid performances for the Blue Jays and Mets, and a strong season with the Cubs in 2022. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees, Marcus Stroman Have Had Recent Discussions

The New York Yankees have had productive discussions with free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman.

Signing Stroman would address the Yankees' need for pitching depth. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Free Agent Profile: Marcus Stroman

The starting pitching market has been active in free agency this offseason.

Marcus Stroman has yet to be signed as a mid-rotation option. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

4 months ago

Royals Interested In Marcus Stroman

The Kansas City Royals are targeting Marcus Stroman as a potential addition to their rotation.

Stroman would likely become the ace of a relatively inexperienced Royals rotation. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: Home Sweet Home

Kevin Smith and Marcus Stroman announced their signings with the Yankees on social media.

Marcus Stroman's excitement about joining the Yankees was evident in his Instagram posts. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 1/13/24

The Yankees made a major move by signing Marcus Stroman to a two-year contract.

There is speculation about whether the Yankees have more major moves planned for the offseason. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Marcus Stroman gives the Yankees what they need at the right price

The Yankees signed Marcus Stroman to a two-year, $37 million contract with a team option for a third year.

Stroman has a track record of falling just short of pitching 140 innings in a season. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 1/13/24

The Yankees missed out on signing pitcher Jordan Hicks, who was signed by the Giants to work as a starter.

The Yankees made a contract offer to NL Cy Young winner Blake Snell, but he rejected it and they signed Marcus Stroman instead. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 1/12/24

Marcus Stroman has signed with the New York Yankees despite his complicated history with the team's front office.

Stroman adds support to Gerrit Cole in the rotation and raises the team's floor. [ more ]

Battery Power

Braves News: Braves avoid arbitration with Max Fried, A.J. Minter, and more

The Atlanta Braves sign Max Fried and A.J. Minter to one-year contracts to avoid arbitration.

The New York Yankees sign Marcus Stroman to a two-year deal and make an offer to Blake Snell. [ more ]

Battery Power

4 months ago

Braves Mailbag Part 2: Free agent starters, replacing Ron Washington and more

The Braves are open to both signing a free agent and making a trade to fill their starting pitching needs.

Marcus Stroman could be a viable option for the Braves and may be available on a shorter deal.

There is a possibility of luring Jack Flaherty or Lucas Giolito on a one-year contract due to the Braves' fondness for short deals and Max Fried's personal relationship. [ more ]

Battery Power

Bryce Elder, Spin Doctor

Through seven starts, it's hard to say that Bryce Elder isn't in it for the long haul.He has a matching FIP- and xFIP- at the moment, at a gladdening 86.In other words, his pitching has been commensurate with preventing runs at a rate 14 percent better than league average, and nothing in the rate of his fly balls leaving the yard suggests anything different.

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 1/12/24

The Yankees have signed Marcus Stroman to a two-year, $37-million deal, taking them out of the pursuit for Blake Snell.

The Yankees have also signed Luke Weaver to a one-year major league contract with a team option for a second year. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees sign starting pitcher Marcus Stroman

Marcus Stroman signs a 2-year deal with the New York Yankees

Stroman will fill out the starting rotation as a depth piece [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees add Marcus Stroman as first major addition to starting rotation

The Yankees signed pitcher Marcus Stroman to a two-year, $37 million deal with an option for a third year.

Stroman will provide much-needed support to a struggling Yankees rotation. [ more ]

NESN.com

Red Sox Rumors: Boston 'Connected' To Pitcher Marcus Stroman

The Boston Red Sox are interested in signing free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman to improve their rotation.

Stroman had a solid season with the Cubs in 2023 and has experience pitching in the AL East with the Toronto Blue Jays. [ more ]

NESN.com

Red Sox Rumors: Boston 'Connected' To Pitcher Marcus Stroman

The Boston Red Sox are interested in signing free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman to improve their rotation.

Stroman had a solid season with the Cubs in 2023 and has experience pitching in the AL East with the Toronto Blue Jays. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

The Opener: Shortstop, Smyly, Outfield

After a fairly busy weekend on the MLB hot stove, here's three things we'll be keeping an eye on around baseball throughout the day today.1.Where can teams who missed out on Dansby Swanson turn?Swanson's deal with the Cubs puts all four of this offseason's star shortstops on a new team.While each of the clubs who lost a shortstop has an internal alternative, all four would be bettered by an external addition.

Defector

Cody Bellinger Has A Lot Riding On This | Defector

Not too long ago, it was easy to imagine Dodgers outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger commanding a Judgian contract when he hit baseball's free agent market.As a lanky, easygoing kid from Arizona, Bellinger entered the L.A. system as a fourth-round teen in 2013 and started showing off prodigious power pretty much as soon as he got his feet wet.

Cubbies Crib

Cubs mentioned as speculative suitor for Jacob deGrom in free agency

Every so often, a team needs to make a bold move - one fraught with as much risk as promise.A potential free agent signing of Jacob deGrom, whether it be by the Cubs or one of the handful of other teams in need of an ace, falls firmly in that category.At his best, deGrom is untouchable.The four-time All-Star and two-time Cy Young winner comes with a well-documented, lengthy injury history though that makes signing him huge gamble.

Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 1/11/24

The Yankees are targeting players in a tier below frontline starters, with Marcus Stroman emerging as a frontrunner to sign.

The Yankees currently have Luis Gil penciled in as the fifth starter, but would benefit from the addition of a bona fide arm. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 1/9/24

The Yankees' offseason feels unfinished without concrete moves

The Yankees have been linked to multiple pitchers in trade rumors [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

The Opener: Cubs, Yankees, DFA Limbo

The Chicago Cubs are expected to introduce newly-signed lefty Shota Imanaga in a press conference today. The Cubs have also made other recent moves, such as acquiring infielder Michael Busch from the Dodgers.

The New York Yankees have added pitching depth by signing Luke Weaver and Marcus Stroman. However, they now face a roster crunch and need to clear two spots on their 40-man roster. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Stroman, Yankees agree to deal, sources say

Marcus Stroman and the New York Yankees have agreed on a contract.

Stroman had a strong first half of the 2023 season but struggled with injuries and ineffectiveness in the second half. [ more ]

NESN.com

Red Sox Rumors: Boston 'Connected' To Pitcher Marcus Stroman

The Boston Red Sox are interested in signing free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman to improve their rotation.

Stroman had a solid season with the Cubs in 2023 and has experience pitching in the AL East with the Toronto Blue Jays. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Sources: Cubs, Smyly closing in on agreement

11:29 AM ET

Jesse RogersESPN Staff Writer

CloseJesse joined ESPN Chicago in September 2009 and covers MLB for ESPN.com.The Chicago Cubs are closing in on an agreement with left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly, sources familiar with the deal told ESPN on Sunday.Smyly, 33, made 22 starts last season for Chicago, pitching well in the second half after dealing with an oblique strain in late May.

Cubbies Crib

Cubs: What went right and what went wrong this season

The World Series is underway, meaning the 2022 season is almost over and free agency will soon begin.The Chicago Cubs ended their season with a third-place finish in the NL Central, with a 74-88 record - wrapping a whopping 17 games behind the first-place Cardinals.But, as is the case every season, there were both good and bad with this season - let's take a look.

Cubbies Crib

Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner snubbed as a Gold Glove finalist

Despite silencing critics and emerging as one of the elite defenders at his position this year, Chicago Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner was not among this year's Rawling Gold Glove finalists - prompting outrage from fans and his teammates alike.

The Ringer

New York Knicks

Yankees Sign Marcus Stroman, Knicks Streak Ends at Five, and Football Fridays

The news of the Yankees signing Marcus Stroman

The Knicks' comeback falling short in Dallas [ more ]

Yankees prospect who will ultimately prevent trade for hard-throwing ace

The New York Yankees may be pursuing free agent Marcus Stroman instead of trading for Dylan Cease due to the White Sox's high asking price for Cease.

The Yankees are hesitant to give up top prospect Spencer Jones and further weaken their farm system. [ more ]

Yankees prospect who will ultimately prevent trade for hard-throwing ace

The New York Yankees may be pursuing free agent Marcus Stroman instead of trading for Dylan Cease due to the White Sox's high asking price for Cease.

The Yankees are hesitant to give up top prospect Spencer Jones and further weaken their farm system. [ more ]

Yankees prospect who will ultimately prevent trade for hard-throwing ace

The New York Yankees may be pursuing free agent Marcus Stroman instead of trading for Dylan Cease due to the White Sox's high asking price for Cease.

The Yankees are hesitant to give up top prospect Spencer Jones and further weaken their farm system. [ more ]

Chicago Sun-Times

Baseball by the Numbers: The war over pitching WAR

With a 3.54 ERA that easily leads White Sox starters, Lucas Giolito is by far the staff leader with 2.1 wins above replacement at Baseball-Reference.com.At Fangraphs.com,however, Giolito's WAR is only 1.3, with Dylan Cease and his 4.38 ERA right behind at 1.0 fWAR.On the North Side, Marcus Stroman has been magnificent with a 2.42 ERA that leads National League qualifiers.

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Blue Jays, Astros squeak by

The Yankees and Rays put on a show this weekend, playing three consecutive barnburners, though the Yankees unfortunately dropped the finale to split the four-game series.There were some other great games in the AL on Sunday, with a couple games settled by one run, and one featuring a walk-off.Just as a thriller went down in the Bronx, so too did the Braves and Jays play a great contest in Toronto.

Yahoo Sports

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson makes MLB's top 100 players list

Ahead of the start of spring training, MLB.com created its version of the top 100 players in baseball right now.Newly-signed shortstop, Dansby Swanson, made the list at No. 39.He represents the only Chicago Cub on the list and the highest-ranked player in Chicago, beating out all White Sox players who made the cut.

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco Giants

Report: Giants 'absolutely' interested in free agent Stroman

The San Francisco Giants missed out on their top free-agency targets and are now turning their focus to other options.

The Giants are reportedly interested in free-agent pitcher Marcus Stroman. [ more ]

McCovey Chronicles

San Francisco Giants

Giants vs. Cubs Gamethread

It's time for a new series, and the San Francisco Giants are back at home to try and build on their momentum after sweeping the Colorado Rockies.They've got a good opponent to help them in that quest, as they're facing a Chicago Cubs team that has lost four straight games.Roster note: the Giants initially had J.D. Davis playing third base and hitting fifth, but he was a late scratch due to hip tightness.

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees, Marcus Stroman Have Had Recent Discussions

The New York Yankees have had productive discussions with free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman.

Signing Stroman would address the Yankees' need for pitching depth. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees, Marcus Stroman Have Had Recent Discussions

The New York Yankees have had productive discussions with free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman.

Signing Stroman would address the Yankees' need for pitching depth. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Yankees rumors: Marcus Stroman interested, Bronx Bombers not so much in 2x All-Star | amNewYork

Marcus Stroman wants to sign with the Yankees, but the team has declined to make an offer.

The Yankees are exploring other options on the open market, including Jordan Montgomery and Blake Snell. [ more ]

Boston.com

The Red Sox have reportedly 'been connected' with this All-Star pitcher

Marcus Stroman has a 3.65 career ERA

Red Sox are interested in signing Marcus Stroman as a starting pitcher [ more ]

NESN.com

Where Ex-Red Sox Nathan Eovaldi Ranked In Early Cy Young Poll

Nathan Eovaldi has been lights out so far for the Texas Rangers, and he's already beginning to receive some well-deserved credit.Eovaldi, who spent the last four seasons with the Boston Red Sox, has compiled an impressive debut campaign with the Rangers, going 8-2 with a 2.24 ERA through 12 starts made.

Dodgers Nation

4 months ago

Dodgers Insider Lists 5 Starting Pitchers LA Could Sign This Offseason

The Dodgers are prioritizing adding to their starting rotation in the offseason.

Lucas Giolito, Jack Flaherty, Seth Lugo, Michael Wacha, and Marcus Stroman are potential options for the Dodgers to bolster their pitching depth.

Stroman and Flaherty are considered as lower-cost options with potential upside. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Injury Update: J.D. Martinez Expected To Return After Facing Batters

Prior to the Los Angeles Dodgers placing J.D. Martinez on the 10-day injured list, manager Dave Roberts hoped the veteran slugger would only miss the series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates.However, Martinez did not return the next night and the back trouble kept him out for the series finale at PNC Park as well.

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Injury Update: J.D. Martinez Making Progress Toward Return

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Injury Update: J.D. Martinez Not Returning For Padres Series

J.D. Martinez initially succeeded in playing through lower back discomfort but wound up missing three consecutive games before the Los Angeles Dodgers placed him on the 10-day injured list.Martinez's IL stint was backdated to April 25, which made Thursday the first day he could be activated.That was a scheduled off day for the Dodgers, but it left Martinez on track to be available for a weekend series against the San Diego Padres.

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Injury Update: J.D. Martinez Not Returning For Padres Series

J.D. Martinez initially succeeded in playing through lower back discomfort but wound up missing three consecutive games before the Los Angeles Dodgers placed him on the 10-day injured list.Martinez's IL stint was backdated to April 25, which made Thursday the first day he could be activated.That's a scheduled off day for the Dodgers, but it left Martinez on track to be available for a weekend series against the San Diego Padres.

Dodger Blue

Dodgers News: J.D. Martinez Regrets Putting Off Back Pain

After being out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for the entire series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, J.D. Martinez was put on the 10-day injured list Friday due to lower back tightness.Martinez said he first felt the back pain when running out of batter's box during the series finale against the Chicago Cubs.

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Pinstripe Alley

Around the Empire: Yankees news - 6/3/23

SNY | Phillip Martinez: After hitting like Barry Bonds for a month, it's no surprise that Aaron Judge earned the American League Player of the Month honors for May, but MLB made that official on Friday.Judge slashed an absurd .342/.474/.882with 12 homers and 25 RBI in 21 games to make his case, good for an MLB-best 1.356 OPS over the month.

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Rays and O's get blanked

The Yankees had a nearly perfect night to start off their West Coast trip, crushing the Mariners off of bats of Aaron Judge (expected) and Jake Bauers (surprising!).Unfortunately, they did lose Harrison Bader to a hamstring injury midway through the game, marring the night somewhat considerably.Hopefully he won't be out for long, but you never know with these types of injuries.

MLB Trade Rumors

The Opener: Soroka, Blackburn, Twins, Cubs

Memorial Day has arrived, marking the unofficial start to summer.It's also near the two-month point on the baseball calendar.A few storylines of note today with around one-third of the regular season in the books:
1. Soroka's first MLB appearance since 2020: The Braves are going to recall right-hander Michael Soroka from Triple-A Gwinnett, manager Brian Snitker confirmed last night.

MLB Trade Rumors

The Opener: Hendricks, Braves, Jansen

As the 2023 regular season continues, here are three things we'll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world throughout the day today:
1. Hendricks slated to return: After nearly a year away from the major league mound rehabbing from shoulder surgery, Cubs veteran Kyle Hendricks is slated to be activated from the injured list to start tonight's game against the Mets.

Faithandfearinflushing

New York Mets

Mets Unplugged

The blog for Mets fans who like to read

ABOUT US

Faith and Fear in Flushing made its debut on Feb. 16, 2005, the brainchild of two longtime friends and lifelong Met fans.Greg Prince discovered the Mets when he was 6, during the magical summer of 1969.He is a Long Island-based writer, editor and communications consultant.

Mets360

New York Mets

Poll: How many starts will the Mets' five preferred starters make in 2023?

The 1966 Dodgers utilized a four-man rotation, one that featured three future Hall of Famers and the fourth, the black sheep, pitched for 18 years and was a two-time 20-game winner.That year, Sandy Koufax, Don Drysdale, Claude Osteen and Don Sutton combined to make 154 of the team's 162 starts.You don't see rotations like that anymore.

BlueJaysNation

New York Mets

Blue Jays designate Anthony Kay for assignment to open up room on the 40-man roster for Chris Bassitt

The Blue Jays officially announced the signing of Chris Bassitt to a three-year, $63 million contract on Friday.In a corresponding move, Anthony Kay has been designated for assignment in order to open up a spot for Bassitt on the team's 40-man roster.Kay was selected by the New York Mets in the 29th round of the 2013 MLB Draft but he didn't sign.

Cubbies Crib

What can the Cubs expect in year two from Marcus Stroman?

Despite plenty of ups and downs along the way, Marcus Stroman turned in a solid body of work in his first year as a member of the Chicago Cubs.The right-hander finished with a 3.50 ERA, which checked in well below the league average mark of 3.96 - and it's not hard to see how he could've lowered that mark even further.

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Blue Jays, Astros squeak by

TalkNats.com

Washington Nationals

Nationals 7, Pirates 2: Nats avoid sweep with Josiah Gray's start, 10th win of season | TalkNats.com

The Nationals grabbed a sweep-avoiding win Sunday, as they picked up seven runs offensively while Josiah Gray had another strong start for Washington.Josiah Gray today for the #Nats 105 P6 IP3 H1 R3 BB6 KA rather high 4.45 xFIP but a very strong 30 CSW%... and Gray has never been favored by FIP stats.

Fish Stripes

Miami Marlins

RECAP: CHC 2, MIA 3; Miami gets first walk-off win of the season

After dropping three out of four against the Atlanta Braves, the Marlins headed back to South Beach with Jesús Luzardo on the mound to see if they can beat the new-look Chicago Cubs.After two rough outings for Luzardo, he really looked like himself against a good Chicago lineup which featured Dansby Swanson, Ian Happ, and Cody Bellinger.

Sun Sentinel

Miami Marlins

Segura ninth-inning walkoff single dumps Cubs as Marlins improve to 8-0 in one-run games

Jean Segura hit a game-ending RBI single, lifting the Miami Marlins to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.Jorge Soler sparked the winning rally with a leadoff single.Michael Rucker (1-1) then plunked Luis Arraez and Avisaíl García before Segura hit a grounder back up the middle and through a drawn-in infield for the winning hit.

Pinstripe Alley

2023 World Baseball Classic Day 11: Mexico comes all the way back

The World Baseball Classic Quarterfinals are well underway as we head into the final weekend of the tournament.Last night saw a highly-anticipated contest between Puerto Rico and Mexico, featuring a pitching matchup - Marcus Stroman for Puerto Rico, Julio Urías for Mexico - that we may see once or twice during the regular season.

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WBC: Puerto Rico vs. Mexico open thread

The World Baseball Classic will continue Friday night with a quarterfinals match up between Puerto Rico and Mexico.The game will feature a marquee pitching matchup between Marcus Stroman and Julio Urias.Puerto Rico went 3-1 in Pool D to advance to the quarterfinals.Their only loss came against Venezuela in which they fell 9-6.

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RECAP: PUR 4, MEX 5; Mexico's seventh-inning rally wins it

We have now entered the win-or-go-home stage of the World Baseball Classic.Each team goes out there with its best pitcher and will do anything to move on.At LoanDepot Park on Friday night, Puerto Rico went with Marcus Stroman and Mexico went with Julio Urías, with the winner set to face Japan in the tournament semifinals.

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2023 World Baseball Classic Preview: Pool D

It's World Baseball Classic time folks!And I'm here to preview the single most talented pool in the tournament, featuring perhaps the best baseball team ever assembled on one field.The countries featured in this group include Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Israel, and Nicaragua.Basically, we have a combination of three elite Latin American countries/territories, one less baseball prominent Latin American country, and a country with basically an all American roster.

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3 reasons Cubs cut season ticket prices but can still spend big

The cost for Chicago Cubs season tickets is going to be decreasing by up to 5.1 percent for the 2023 season - an historically large drop.

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