Giancarlo Stanton, the Yankees slugger, is on track to return to game action late next week after straining his left hamstring on June 22. This injury led him to be placed on the injured list for the eighth time in the past six years. Stanton expressed his goal of putting together a few more good
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Right-hander Chase Burns has made waves in the MLB draft, breaking Paul Skenes’ record for the largest signing bonus. With an impressive $9.25 million bonus from the Cincinnati Reds, Burns has solidified his position as a rising star in the baseball world. Burns, a standout from Wake Forest, was selected as the second overall pick
The Oakland Athletics have made it clear to the Las Vegas Stadium Authority that they do not plan on utilizing the entire $380 million in public funds that were allocated to build a new stadium in Las Vegas. Sandy Dean, an executive with the A’s, stated that the club intends to use $350 million of
The 2025 Major League Baseball season will kick off in Tokyo on March 18, with the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the Chicago Cubs. This marks a return to international games for the league, with all 30 teams scheduled to play by March 27 – the earliest Opening Day in recent years. The Athletics will
Major League Baseball has been contemplating the implementation of robot umpires as part of a challenge system during spring training next year. The potential for an automated ball-strike component to be introduced as early as 2026 has sparked conversation among baseball fans and players alike. However, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has expressed hesitation in committing
Teoscar Hernandez shocked baseball fans everywhere by winning the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby, beating out Bobby Witt Jr. in an epic final round. Despite not being a favorite to win, Hernandez showed incredible poise and power throughout the competition, securing his first Derby title in his debut appearance. The night in Arlington was filled
When looking at the New York Mets’ current position in the playoff race, it is hard to believe that just six weeks ago, they were considered a laughingstock of the league. However, their impressive performance in June has propelled them into a playoff spot at the All-Star break with a record of 49-46. This sudden
On Sunday, the Boston Red Sox secured a 5-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals, with Rafael Devers showcasing his exceptional power-hitting skills. Devers smashed a two-run homer that shattered a seat deep in the right field at Fenway Park, displaying his strength and precision at the plate. This impressive feat came in the first
In a thrilling game between the Detroit Tigers and the Los Angeles Dodgers, Gio Urshela emerged as the hero in the 10th inning. After the Tigers overcame a 9-4 deficit in the ninth, Urshela stepped up to the plate and crushed a two-run homer off Yohan Ramirez, who had the difficult task of facing Urshela
The tension between the Baltimore Orioles and the New York Yankees came to a head in a dramatic showdown in the bottom of the ninth inning. Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad was struck in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from Yankees closer Clay Holmes, sparking a chaotic scene as benches cleared. The incident was
In the latest projection for the $50 million pre-arbitration bonus pool, Baltimore shortstop Gunnar Henderson leads the pack with an expected amount of $1,325,021. Following closely behind is Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr, projected to receive $1,192,410, and Cincinnati shortstop Elly De La Cruz with $846,669. The list continues with Cleveland outfielder Steven Kwan
The New York Yankees managed to secure a much-needed win against the Tampa Bay Rays, breaking a streak of losses and proving their resilience in a tough season. This victory, with a final score of 2-1, came after a string of disappointing games that saw the Yankees struggle to maintain their position in the AL
The New York Yankees, a powerhouse in Major League Baseball, find themselves in a precarious position as they face a series of losses and setbacks. General manager Brian Cashman has acknowledged the team’s struggles by joining them during a series at Tampa Bay, hoping to provide support and guidance in this challenging period. Despite being
Willie Mays, known as the “Say Hey Kid,” was honored with final military honors during a special presentation at a public memorial service. The late Hall of Famer, who passed away at the age of 93, received an American flag in recognition of his time served in the U.S. Army. Despite Mays’ dedication to baseball,
As the 2024 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby approaches, baseball fans are eagerly anticipating the showdown at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. This year’s Derby promises to be action-packed, with some of the biggest names in MLB competing for the coveted title. With significant changes to the format, including a new scoring system and
Shohei Ohtani, the superstar for the Los Angeles Dodgers, had a day at the plate on Saturday that made history. In a game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Ohtani accomplished a feat that has only occurred three times since 1909. He went 2-for-2 with two RBIs, including a home run, a triple, two walks, a hit
The New York Yankees are currently in the middle of a poor run of form, with Anthony Volpe describing their recent performances as “brutal”. The team, which had an impressive record of 49-21 through June 12, has since deteriorated and now holds a league-worst 5-15 record. A recent defeat to the Boston Red Sox highlighted
Christian Walker’s recent power display at Dodger Stadium left the Arizona Diamondbacks in awe, as he hit his 18th and 19th home runs in just 42 career games at the ballpark. Described as playing at an “unbelievable level” by his teammate Zac Gallen, Walker’s performance has been nothing short of All-Star caliber. Walker’s dominance over