The Philadelphia Phillies have started the season slowly, with a current record of 9-8 following a recent victory against the Colorado Rockies on Monday. Both their offense and pitching have encountered difficulties, particularly with the Phillies’ hitters falling short of preseason expectations. While there have been notable performances on the pitching mound, there have also…
The Boston Red Sox have begun the season with an unexpectedly strong performance from their pitching staff, leading all of MLB with a 2.68 ERA and ranking in the top three for total strikeouts, WHIP, and opposing batting average. Nick Pivetta stood out among all hurlers in his first two starts, surrendering just one earned…
Being a free agent can be tough, especially if you’re not a top-tier pitcher. Former New York Mets outfielder Tommy Pham knows this all too well, as he’s signed a deal to move from the National League pennant-winning Arizona Diamondbacks to the struggling Chicago White Sox, currently the worst team in Major League Baseball. But…
The Chicago Cubs have surged to a 10-6 record in the unexpectedly competitive National League Central division at the outset of the 2024 season. Their series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night saw a hard-fought 3-2 victory in 11 innings, largely propelled by Michael Busch’s timely home run. Busch, who debuted with the…
Andrew McCutchen, the designated hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has had a sluggish start to the 2024 season. After eight games, he had only managed five hits out of 31 at-bats, along with six walks and 15 strikeouts, suggesting that the pressure of reaching a significant milestone was affecting his performance. Starting the season with…
Carlos Mendoza faced criticism early in the New York Mets’ season, with some questionable decisions drawing scrutiny both in the moment and afterward. However, the team’s success on the field has helped alleviate concerns, as winning tends to overshadow criticism. One contributing factor to the Mets’ success could be the adjustments made to the lineup….
Arguably, no other team in MLB boasts as much representation from its farm system in its starting lineup as the Baltimore Orioles. However, it’s Colton Cowser who is stealing the spotlight this season. Despite being the former fifth overall pick, Cowser’s exceptional performance in 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable. Kerry Miller, in his…
Throughout his time as the Braves’ general manager, Alex Anthopoulos has demonstrated a talent for making shrewd signings that often turn out to be unexpectedly impactful. It seems he may have pulled off another one. According to Francys Romero, the Braves are finalizing a minor-league contract with Yuli Gurriel, a two-time World Series champion. …
Just a few days ago, the Boston Red Sox emerged from a 10-game West Coast road trip with a 7-3 record, fueling hopes of a competitive season. However, their prospects took a hit due to ongoing injury setbacks. Recent reports from MassLive’s Chris Cotillo revealed that Isaiah Campbell was placed on the injured list due…
The Pittsburgh Pirates concluded the rehab assignment of right-handed reliever Colin Holderman and brought him back from the 15-day injured list. During his time on the injured list, Holderman, who had lost 15 pounds due to illness during spring training, had mixed results. He allowed three runs in two-thirds of an inning in his first…