The Orioles have had a tough week, getting swept by the Cubs with a total series score of 21-2. They experienced back-to-back shutouts for the first time since 2021, despite only being shut out twice before this series. The team’s struggles were not limited to offense; their pitching staff also faltered. Dean Kremer had a…
The Chicago Cubs have had a disappointing season in the National League, despite winning back-to-back road games against the American League East-leading Baltimore Orioles and having a three-game winning streak as they prepare for their series finale at Camden Yards. They are currently in last place in the National League Central. While a post All-Star…
The 2024 New York Mets appeared set to be major sellers at this year’s trade deadline, but a strong performance led by Grimace and “OMG” has brought them back to .500 (45-45) and within 1.5 games of the final wild-card spot. Despite their recent success, the Mets bullpen has struggled, with Drew Smith, Brooks Raley,…
The Chicago Cubs have won three of their last four games and are working to climb up from the bottom of the NL Central standings. However, if their recent success doesn’t continue through July, don’t be surprised if the Cubs decide to trade star player Cody Bellinger. ESPN’s Tim Kurkjian has identified Bellinger as an…
The D-backs have released veteran catcher Tucker Barnhart after designating him for assignment last week, according to the team’s transaction log on MLB.com. He is now a free agent. Barnhart, 33, signed a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks in January. He is technically in the second season of a two-year, $6.5 million contract he…
The Boston Red Sox have officially demoted left-handed pitcher Cam Booser to Triple-A Worcester. They are not required to make a corresponding roster move until tomorrow when they start a three-game series against the Oakland Athletics. Although not confirmed, multiple sources, including MassLive’s Chris Cotillo, suggest that right-hander Trey Wingenter is the probable replacement for…
The Minnesota Twins were expected to have one of MLB’s top bullpens this season, and they’ve shown flashes of excellence, ranking in the top 10 in ERA (3.61) and home runs allowed. Griffen Jax has developed into a dominant late-inning reliever, and Jhoan Duran has recently returned to form. However, they need additional support beyond…
The Marlins signaled their intention to sell early in the season with the unexpected trade of Luis Arraez. As the July 30 trade deadline nears, their activity is expected to ramp up. While much attention is on closer Tanner Scott, who will be a free agent at season’s end, Craig Mish of SportsGrid and the…
In a season characterized by significant growth and standout performances, Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams has earned his first MLB All-Star selection. This milestone marks the first All-Star nod for any prospect acquired by the Nationals in the blockbuster Juan Soto trade. Abrams is part of a strong group of prospects the San Diego Padres…
Pittsburgh — Six years after being diagnosed with two different cancers, four years after being drafted by the Mets, and three years after reaching Triple-A, Eric Orze finally got the news he had been waiting for: the Mets were calling him up to the majors. When Syracuse Mets manager Dick Scott announced the news to…