The recent suspension of New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz has once again brought the issue of foreign substances in baseball to the forefront. Major League Baseball announced that Díaz has been suspended for 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount for violating the prohibitions on foreign substances. This suspension was issued by MLB senior
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New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz finds himself in hot water after being ejected in a game against the Chicago Cubs for having an illegal substance on his pitching hand. This is a serious offense in Major League Baseball, and has resulted in Diaz facing a 10-game suspension. Crew chief Vic Carapazza noticed the substance
Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg was honored with a statue outside Wrigley Field on the 40th anniversary of his most famous game. The ceremony took place in front of friends, family, former teammates, and loyal Cubs fans. Sandberg’s double-play partners, Larry Bowa and Shawon Dunston, made appearances and spoke highly of
Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, made an eagerly awaited return to the mound for the Texas Rangers. In his season debut, he showcased his dominance by retiring the first 13 batters he faced and 15 out of 16 overall. This remarkable performance speaks to Scherzer’s skill and ability to shut down opposing
During the Saturday night game against the Atlanta Braves, Giancarlo Stanton, the designated hitter for the Yankees, had to leave the game due to left hamstring tightness. This injury has raised concerns within the team, as Stanton has been a key player in their lineup. The severity of the injury is yet to be determined
The San Diego Padres faced a tough challenge in their recent game against the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers as they had to deal with the absence of key players like Fernando Tatis Jr., Jurickson Profar, and Luis Campusano. The news of Campusano being placed on the injured list due to a bruised left thumb came
Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, is set to make his highly anticipated season debut for the Texas Rangers on Sunday. After undergoing offseason surgery for a herniated disk in his lower back, Scherzer faced additional challenges with a nerve issue extending to his right triceps during his rehab. Despite these setbacks, he
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The legacy of Willie Mays and the Negro Leagues holds a special place in the hearts of baseball fans across the country. For Ajay Stone and his family, a moment captured in 2004 with Mays handing a cookie to his daughter symbolized the connection between generations of fans and the baseball greats
The Baltimore Orioles came out swinging in a dominant 17-5 win over the New York Yankees, showcasing their offensive prowess and asserting their dominance within the American League East. Cedric Mullins ignited the Orioles’ offense with a two-run homer in a massive six-run second inning, setting the tone for the rest of the game. This
Clayton Kershaw, the star pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, recently took a significant step in his recovery journey from left shoulder surgery. In his first rehab start at Class A Rancho Cucamonga, Kershaw pitched three innings, allowing just one run and two hits. Despite facing a pitch clock violation, he managed to strike out
Gerrit Cole’s return to the mound for the New York Yankees was highly anticipated after an extended absence. Given his status as the team’s ace and the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner, the expectations were understandably high for his first start of the 2024 season. Despite some initial struggles, Cole managed to put
Gerrit Cole, the ace pitcher for the New York Yankees, made his season debut in a high-stakes game against the Baltimore Orioles. Despite coming off an elbow injury with only three rehab starts under his belt, Cole was determined to prove himself in this crucial matchup for the American League East crown. The Yankees trusted
The Chicago Cubs made a difficult decision to designate veteran catcher Yan Gomes for assignment. Gomes, who has been in the MLB for 13 years, was playing under a $6 million option during his third season with the Cubs. However, his performance this season has been disappointing, with a career-low batting average of .154, 2
The decision of the Minnesota Twins to place outfielder Alex Kirilloff on the injured list raises questions about communication within the organization. Kirilloff admitted that he understated the severity of his injury because he wanted to keep playing. This lack of honest communication led to a situation where Kirilloff ended up reporting more significant soreness
Jacob deGrom, the two-time Cy Young Award winner, is on the path to recovery after undergoing reconstructive elbow surgery over a year ago. Recently, deGrom threw off a mound for the first time since his surgery, signaling a positive step in his rehabilitation process. Despite the progress, deGrom emphasized that he is taking it one
The New York Yankees are facing a significant setback as first baseman Anthony Rizzo is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a fracture in the radial neck of his right arm. The injury occurred during a recent game against the Boston Red Sox when Rizzo collided with pitcher Brennan Bernardino while running
The shocking news of Dodgers’ star shortstop, Mookie Betts breaking his left hand during a game against the Kansas City Royals has left fans and the team reeling. Hit by a 97.9 mph fastball, Betts fell to the ground in excruciating pain, resulting in a fractured hand. The injury did not require surgery, but the
The Baltimore Orioles are currently facing a significant setback in their pitching rotation due to a string of injuries affecting key players. The latest blow came when Kyle Bradish was placed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained right UCL. This injury comes after Bradish complained of elbow discomfort during a game against Philadelphia,