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
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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
Atlanta Braves’ manager Brian Snitker found himself in an uncomfortable situation during the team’s recent game against the San Francisco Giants. A sharply hit foul ball off the bat of Ozzie Albies reached Snitker so quickly that he didn’t have time to defend himself. The incident left everyone wondering about the risks faced by those
The Cincinnati Reds players, Graham Ashcraft and Carson Spiers, found themselves in a stare-down with New York Yankees pitchers, Ian Hamilton and Cody Poteet, even before the game began. The players stood on opposite sides of the field, ignoring gestures from the umpires instructing them to vacate the field so the game could start. The
Eric Gagné, the former Los Angeles Dodgers closer, took a trip down memory lane on the 20th anniversary of his 84th consecutive save. As he stepped onto the field once again, Gagné couldn’t help but feel a sense of nostalgia and reverence for the game. He described the stadium as a sacred place, where he
In a thrilling game between the Washington Nationals and the New York Mets, Brandon Nimmo stole the show with his remarkable return from a hotel room accident. Despite cutting his forehead in a fainting incident just days before, Nimmo displayed his resilience and talent on the field. He entered the game in the fourth inning
The upcoming All-Star Futures Game is set to showcase the top prospects in Major League Baseball, with players like Dylan Crews and Druw Jones taking center stage. Crews, who was the second overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft, is ranked as the No. 4 overall prospect by Baseball America. On the other hand, Jones,
Rookie Wyatt Langford achieved an incredible milestone in his career during a game against the Baltimore Orioles. In the eighth inning, Langford hit a three-run home run down the left-field line, completing the cycle. This feat marked the first cycle in the major leagues in 2024, showcasing Langford’s exceptional talent and determination. Langford, a Texas
The incident involving Houston Astros’ player Jose Altuve during the game against the New York Mets on Sunday was nothing short of controversial. With runners on second and third in the seventh inning and a 4-2 lead, Altuve fouled a ball off his left foot. The ball was fielded by third baseman Mark Vientos and
Mike Trout, the Los Angeles Angels’ star slugger, has been sidelined since April 29 due to a torn meniscus in his left knee. After undergoing surgery on May 3, Trout’s recovery has been slower than initially expected. While he is jogging, working out on a treadmill, and playing catch, he has yet to start running
The baseball world was shaken by the news of the passing of Orlando Cepeda, affectionately known as the “Baby Bull.” Cepeda, a Hall of Famer and one of the first Puerto Ricans to make a significant impact in the major leagues, left behind a lasting legacy that transcends the diamond. His contributions to the sport