The Los Angeles Dodgers faced a tough loss against the Chicago Cubs, but amidst the defensive struggles, there was a glimmer of hope. Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his return after a three-month hiatus, showcasing his impeccable pitching skills on the mound. Despite the 6-3 loss, Yamamoto managed to limit the Cubs to just one run in
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In a recent game against the Miami Marlins, Pirates rookie Paul Skenes made history by breaking the franchise record for strikeouts in a season by a rookie. The 22-year-old right-hander struck out nine batters over six innings, bringing his season total to 151. This milestone achievement solidified his reputation as one of the most promising
The New York Mets received some devastating news when their star player, Jeff McNeil, fractured his right wrist after being hit by a pitch. The incident occurred during a game against the Cincinnati Reds, where McNeil was struck by a curveball from Brandon Williamson. Despite wearing a protective guard on his wrist, the impact resulted
After being sidelined with a shoulder injury that required surgery following a diving stop attempt on April 5th, Trevor Story has finally returned to the Boston Red Sox lineup. The 31-year-old shortstop had been on the 60-day injured list but made a successful comeback, starting at shortstop and batting seventh in his first game since
Shohei Ohtani’s achievement of hitting his 46th home run of the season to tie his career high is a testament to his unparalleled power at the plate. The fact that he hit a 450-foot solo shot in record-tying heat of 103 degrees further underscores his exceptional ability to perform under challenging conditions. Ohtani’s consistency in
Baseball Hall of Fame member Wade Boggs shocked the sports world when he revealed on social media that he is battling prostate cancer. This announcement was met with an outpouring of love and support from fans, fellow players, and the baseball community as a whole. Despite facing this challenging diagnosis, Boggs remains hopeful and determined
New York Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes found himself in a surprising position when he was used as a reliever against the Cubs. Despite being an All-Star in 2022 and having worked as a starter since midway through the 2021 season, Cortes was thrown a curveball by the Yankees’ decision to demote him from the starting
Atlanta Braves infielder Whit Merrifield faced a setback in his season when he suffered a left foot fracture during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The injury occurred after he fouled a ball off his foot, leading to a CT scan and MRI that confirmed the fracture. Initially, the prognosis was grim, with expectations
Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, showcased his talent and readiness in his recent rehab start for Double-A Frisco. The right-hander delivered an impressive performance by striking out five batters, allowing only one hit, and throwing 49 pitches with an impressive 35 strikes. This strong showing has sparked excitement among
The New York Yankees are currently facing a critical decision regarding one of their top prospects, Jasson Domínguez. Despite his stellar performance in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, the Yankees have opted to keep him in the minors for the time being. General manager Brian Cashman emphasized that Domínguez is doing everything right, but the team is prioritizing
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant move on Thursday by designating Domingo Germán for assignment. Germán, who pitched a perfect game last year, was let go by the team after a poor performance in which he allowed seven runs — six earned — and seven hits over three innings. This move signals a potential end
The New York Yankees faced a tough loss against the Texas Rangers, with Clay Holmes giving up his major-league-high 11th blown save of the season. This heartbreaking defeat came in the form of a game-ending grand slam by Wyatt Langford, following a single by Carson Kelly and consecutive walks to Josh Smith and Marcus Semien.