The Toronto Blue Jays are at risk of dropping out of the American League Wild Card race, which may lead them to become sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Although stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette are names that might come to mind as trade candidates, that is not currently the plan. Bob…
Triston Casas aimed for a July 2 return to action, but according to Alex Cora’s latest update, this seems unlikely. Casas participated in a dry swinging session on Saturday and will do another on Sunday. The Red Sox manager praised Casas’s rehab progress but noted that he is still not ready for live batting practice….
TORONTO — The Yankees had high expectations for catching prospect Josh Breaux when they drafted him in the second round of the 2018 MLB Draft. In 2019, Breaux was ranked as the Yankees’ No. 15 prospect by MLB Pipeline, known for his raw power and strong arm behind the plate. However, after several years of…
Orioles Bolster Roster with Veteran Signings The Baltimore Orioles, currently leading their division, have enhanced their team by signing veteran utility player Niko Goodrum and reliever Burch Smith. Goodrum, who recently cleared waivers with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Smith, released by the Miami Marlins, were both free agents. These acquisitions aim to add depth to…
Ethan Roberts last pitched for the Chicago Cubs on April 29, 2022, against the Milwaukee Brewers. Over two years later, the right-handed pitcher has made his return to the majors, rejoining the Cubs to start the weekend series at the same venue where he last appeared in the big leagues. Selected in the fourth round…
New York Mets right-handed reliever Drew Smith revealed to reporters on Friday that he is likely facing another Tommy John surgery, signaling a devastating blow to his 2024 season and potentially his tenure with the Mets as he approaches free agency. Smith, 30 years old, was recently placed on the 15-day injured list after experiencing…
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Reports indicate that the Washington Nationals will promote top prospect James Wood to make his major league debut on Monday against the New York Mets. Wood, 21, acquired in the trade that sent Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres, is currently the third-ranked prospect in MLB. The 6-foot-7, 234-pound outfielder…
As MLB’s July 30 trade deadline approaches, uncertainty looms over whether the Boston Red Sox will opt to be active buyers. In recent seasons, the Red Sox front office has remained inactive during the trade deadline, contributing to their absence from the postseason in four of the last five years. The team’s recent strong performance,…
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers bolstered their injury-plagued pitching staff on Tuesday by acquiring 2015 AL Cy Young Award winner Dallas Keuchel, who has spent this season in the minor leagues. Milwaukee acquired the 36-year-old left-hander from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash. Keuchel, a former University of Arkansas player, has a 7-4 record…
Despite a few recent losses, Juan Soto and the New York Yankees are dominating the competition this season. New York’s decision to acquire Soto in December is proving to be highly beneficial for the first-place Yankees. However, Soto’s contract only extends through the rest of the season. MLB rules allow for in-season contract negotiations, but…