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…
Anthony Volpe’s offseason dedication is now posing a challenge for his opponents during the season. The New York Yankees’ shortstop spent the winter refining his batting technique and honing his approach after gaining valuable experience from his rookie year in the big leagues. While it’s still early in the season, Volpe’s efforts are already paying…
The offseason saw the departure of Craig Kimbrel, last year’s closer for the Philadelphia Phillies, who signed with the Baltimore Orioles. Despite concerns surrounding their bullpen, the front office showed minimal interest in adding new talent, opting not to make any moves despite the availability of high-profile players. Much of their confidence stemmed from Orion…
According to MLB.com, the New York Mets prioritize acquiring a reliever over retaining a fan favorite currently. This decision led to the team designating reliever Yohan RamÃrez for assignment on Monday. RamÃrez endeared himself to Mets supporters during the opening series against the Milwaukee Brewers by intentionally throwing behind Brewers’ designated hitter Rhys Hoskins, a…
Beau Burrows was settling into his hotel room in Charlotte, North Carolina when his phone rang unexpectedly one late Saturday night. Just a couple of days earlier, on March 21, the Twins had let go of the right-hander, voiding the minor-league contract he had signed back in January. With his plans altered, Burrows and his…
To the esteemed members of Congress, May I implore you to consider enacting a moratorium on the circulation of Pete Alonso trade rumors? As the regular season commences, it is my fervent belief that such discussions regarding the New York Mets’ potential failure to contend in 2024 are exceedingly myopic. The events of last year’s…
The Mets’ initial series of the season turned out to be disastrous, as they suffered a sweep by the Brewers. However, their troubles worsened as starting pitcher Tylor Megill exited the final game prematurely due to shoulder tenderness. The team is taking precautionary measures by sending him for an MRI. …
Cubs’ standout pitcher Justin Steele was forced to exit his inaugural start of the season due to a hamstring injury, with expectations of a prolonged absence well beyond the minimum 15-day stint on the injured list. Manager Craig Counsell relayed that Steele’s injury has been classified as a Grade 1 strain, projecting his absence for…
In the early stages of the regular season, the Atlanta Braves found themselves at the center of controversy due to a questionable call made by home plate umpire Bruce Dreckman. During Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Dreckman’s decision on a pivotal 2-2 pitch from Braves pitcher Max Fried significantly impacted the outcome of the…
Reliever Jacob Webb returned from paternity leave this morning following the birth of his daughter Hudson. Meanwhile, the Orioles sent left-hander Nick Vespi to Triple-A Norfolk. The Orioles are set for their second game of the season this afternoon, with Gunnar Henderson leading off once again. Ryan O’Hearn will serve as the designated hitter, and…