Baltimore Orioles catcher James McCann displayed remarkable resilience on Monday afternoon. In the bottom of the first inning, McCann was struck in the face by a 94.6 mph fastball from Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Yariel Rodríguez, causing him to bleed heavily. Despite the injury, McCann stayed in the game and caught all nine innings. Orioles…
The Carolina Hurricanes have signed center Martin Necas to a two-year deal with a $6.5 million cap hit. CAN'T SPELL CANES WITHOUT NECAS 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/t3xVEDu6xA — Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) July 29, 2024 Necas, who was a restricted free agent after his previous two-year contract with a $3 million cap hit, was a subject of trade…
In a surprising move, the Arizona Diamondbacks have optioned right-handed pitcher Yilber Diaz to Triple-A and recalled right-handed pitcher Slade Cecconi ahead of their three-game series against the Washington Nationals starting Monday. Diaz, who made his major league debut in early July and impressed with six solid innings allowing only one earned run against the…
Southampton is on the verge of adding Brereton Diaz to their squad. The club has already made notable acquisitions recently, securing Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Flynn Downes on permanent transfers. Both players played crucial roles during their loan spells last season, helping Southampton earn promotion back to the Premier League. Their permanent signings are seen as…
The St. Louis Cardinals are set to acquire right-hander Erick Fedde and outfielder Tommy Pham from the Chicago White Sox in a three-team trade that will also see Tommy Edman moving to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers will also receive right-hander Michael Kopech from the White Sox and minor league right-hander Oliver Gonzalez from…
The New York Mets are intensifying their playoff push, currently holding a 55-50 record and the final wild-card spot. With postseason aspirations in full swing, president of baseball operations David Stearns is actively adjusting the roster for a strong finish. On Monday, Stearns took a notable step by designating struggling relief pitcher Jake Diekman for…
The New York Jets have recently activated fullback Nick Bawden from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Bawden, who stands 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 245 pounds, has been a part of the Jets’ roster in various capacities since he first joined the team in 2021. His activation marks a significant step…
Stoke City is on the verge of finalizing the acquisition of Sam Gallagher from Blackburn Rovers after reaching an agreement on the transfer fee. The Telegraph’s John Percy reports that Stoke has settled on a fee of approximately £1.5 million for the striker, enhancing their attacking options for the upcoming season. Initially, Stoke had proposed…
HLN has reported that Mandela Keita is garnering interest from several clubs, including Rennes, Fiorentina, and Leicester City. The 22-year-old midfielder, who currently plays for Antwerp, is open to a transfer this summer, and the club is also prepared to let him leave if the right offer comes in. According to Transfermarkt, Keita is valued…
Rumors leading up to the MLB trade deadline have highlighted pitching as a major need for the San Diego Padres. With the deadline just hours away at 6:00 PM EDT on Tuesday, the Padres are now shifting their focus toward a significant second trade. Despite trading Juan Soto to the New York Yankees in the…