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Recently, a grand jury in Arizona indicted Darcy Adanna Esemonu on felony charges of fraudulent schemes and theft by extortion. The indictment suggests that Esemonu obtained a benefit from Trevor Bauer through fraudulent means and sought property or services by threatening to expose a secret involving another individual. However, it is important to note that

In a surprising move during Monday night’s game between the Colorado Rockies and the Philadelphia Phillies, manager Bud Black decided to use left-hander Kyle Freeland as a pinch runner in the ninth inning. This decision proved to be questionable as Freeland appeared to injure his right, non-throwing shoulder during the play. Freeland, who is Colorado’s

Within the realm of baseball, the quality and rubbing of the balls used during the games can have a significant impact on the performance of pitchers. Just take Kenley Jansen, for example, the experienced Boston Red Sox reliever who recently expressed his frustration with the state of the baseballs. Jansen highlighted the challenges faced by

The Tigers faced a devastating loss in the opening game of a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins. Third baseman Zach McKinstry’s errors led to six runs, ultimately costing the Tigers the game. In the 12th inning, the Twins capitalized on a bases-loaded walk and a three-run error by McKinstry, all while Detroit struggled with their

The Atlanta Braves announced that their ace pitcher, Spencer Strider, will be sidelined for the rest of the season due to surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right elbow. This setback comes after Strider underwent a procedure performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Arlington, Texas, utilizing an internal brace to repair the

The Kansas City Royals showed an impressive display of talent in their recent game against the Houston Astros, with Bobby Witt Jr. stealing the spotlight with a stellar performance. Witt’s four hits, including two home runs, and five RBIs played a pivotal role in the team’s victory. His contribution was undeniably significant and helped secure

The Chicago White Sox received a significant blow as their third baseman, Yoan Moncada, suffered a left adductor strain during a game against the Cleveland Guardians. The injury occurred as Moncada was running to first base and he collapsed near the bag. This unfortunate incident has forced Moncada to be placed on the 15-day injured

The baseball world is abuzz with the recent news that the Baltimore Orioles are calling up their top prospect, Jackson Holliday, after an impressive start in Triple-A this season. At just 20 years old, Holliday has already made a name for himself as a standout player, earning the title of No. 1 prospect in baseball.

Julio Urias, a former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, has found himself in hot water after being charged with five misdemeanors following his September arrest on suspicion of felony domestic violence. These charges were filed by the city attorney’s office in Los Angeles Superior Court, including spousal battery, false imprisonment, assault, and two counts of domestic

Justin Verlander had a disappointing outing in his first injury rehabilitation start for the Houston Astros’ Triple-A team, the Sugar Land Space Cowboys. The 41-year-old pitcher allowed six earned runs and struck out six batters while pitching into the fourth inning. Verlander struggled to find his rhythm, as five of the six hits he allowed

Major League Baseball (MLB) has been at the center of a heated debate regarding the impact of a shorter pitch clock on the recent surge in pitcher injuries. The league argues that the rise in injuries is not directly correlated with the pitch clock, pointing to a three-decade increase in pitcher injuries despite the recent

The news of Shane Bieber undergoing season-ending Tommy John elbow surgery has sent shockwaves through the Cleveland Guardians organization. As the 2020 Cy Young winner and ace of the pitching staff, Bieber’s absence will be sorely felt on the field. This is especially devastating considering Bieber’s previous struggles with elbow issues and the hope that

In a recent development, a judge rejected Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco’s request to stop monthly check-ins with police as he awaits potential criminal charges related to his alleged sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl. This decision was made despite Franco’s lawyers’ efforts to have the reporting requirement removed and to request the return

In his very first start for the San Diego Padres, Kyle Higashioka struggled to make an impact, having a forgettable performance on the field. However, in his second start, he managed to do something incredibly rare in baseball history. By catching two baserunners attempting to steal and hitting a home run in the fourth inning,

The recent meeting between the representatives of the Athletics’ ownership and officials from Oakland and Alameda County did not result in a resolution regarding the team’s future. Oakland’s offer to keep the team in the Coliseum at least through the 2027 season was described as “fair and reasonable” by the office of Oakland Mayor Sheng

Making his first MLB appearance since undergoing Tommy John surgery, Luis Gil showcased his talent on the mound in a commanding performance against the Arizona Diamondbacks. With a fastball reaching speeds of up to 100 mph, Gil left a lasting impression on his teammates and fans alike. Despite a lengthy absence from the game, the

Juan Soto’s impressive performance against the Houston Astros on Sunday not only solidified the New York Yankees’ four-game sweep but also showcased his ability to deliver in clutch situations. With the game tied at 3-3 and two outs in the ninth inning, Soto came through with a decisive RBI single that ultimately secured the victory

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette was unexpectedly sidelined from Sunday’s game against the Rays due to neck spasms. This injury caused a shift in the lineup, with Ernie Clement stepping in to replace Bichette. The manager, John Schneider, noted that Bichette received treatment during the game and is currently listed as day-to-day. The decision