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The Phillies are sending six stars to the 2026 All-Star Game, including Brandon Marsh, Kyle Schwarber, and Bryce Harper, with the derby and game both happening at Citizens Bank Park. Harper’s wild idea? Switch to metal bats when gold balls are used — imagine the fireworks. With his past derby wins in 2018 and runner-up finish in 2013, Harper’s aiming for a second title — and this time, he’s got hi...

The Toronto Blue Jays, still clinging to a .500 record after their World Series run, shockingly trade veteran bullpen arm Tommy Nance to the Twins for catching prospect Ryan Sprock — a 2025 eighth-round draft pick who’s already crushing it at High-A. Sprock’s June stats were insane: .400+ batting average, elite on-base rate, and Player of the Month honors. But trading a proven reliever for a young...

The Tampa Bay Rays are crushing it this season with a 54-37 record and a four-game division lead, making their All-Star representation a no-brainer. Junior Caminero makes history as the first Ray to start two consecutive All-Star Games, while Yandy Diaz joins the roster off the bench. Pitchers Drew Rasmussen and Bryan Baker were already locked in, and now the team adds a fifth player: starting pit...

Nick Martinez, the unsung hero of the Tampa Bay Rays, finally gets his All-Star moment after a stellar season and teammate advocacy — proving that consistency, leadership, and heart can’t be ignored, even when the stats don’t always shout the loudest. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated,...

The Braves chase their first three-game win streak in over a month as they head to St. Louis to face a struggling Cardinals team. Atlanta’s offense is hot, ranking second in July runs, but their pitching has been shaky. The Cardinals, meanwhile, are winless in July, with a solid bullpen but a weak lineup. Atlanta’s Chris Sale, a strikeout machine with a low ERA, takes the mound against Kyle Leahy,...

The St. Louis Cardinals are locking up rookie phenom JJ Wetherholt with an eight-year, $112.5M extension—before the team officially confirms it. Already second in NL rookie homers (13), third in hits, fifth in OPS, and leading all rookies in runs, Wetherholt’s offensive explosion is matched by elite defense, leading all MLB second basemen in Outs Above Average. His bWAR is the highest among second...

The Miami Marlins turned things around fast—after trading key arms and rumors swirling about flipping ace Sandy Alcantara, they’ve gone 20-6 in June, surged into playoff contention, and now look poised to keep Alcantara and build around him. With a six-game win streak and a division lead, the front office is suddenly all-in on buyers, not sellers, as they prepare for a tough stretch against the Gu...

The St. Louis Cardinals just locked down their future by signing 23-year-old rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt to a massive, nine-figure contract extension — a bold move signaling deep confidence in his breakout potential and a clear commitment to keeping him for the long haul. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@the...

Minnesota Twins welcome back catcher Ryan Jeffers, who’s returning from a two-month hand injury with strong stats — batting near .300, seven homers, and 26 RBIs before going down. He’s heating up in rehab, too, slashing .370 with homers in five minor league games. To make room, outfielder Kyler Fedko, who’s been struggling (.000 in 16 ABs), is sent down to Triple-A. With Jeffers back, the Twins ho...

Logan Henderson delivered another solid start for the Brewers, earning his third win with 5⅓ innings, 3 earned runs, and 4 strikeouts—pushing his ERA to 3.18. But with Brandon Woodruff sidelined by a recurring shoulder injury and no clear timeline for his return, Milwaukee’s young rotation is looking vulnerable against playoff powerhouses. The Brewers may need to hit the trade market soon—targetin...

The Nationals shuffle their pitching staff ahead of the Yankees series, sending Brad Lord to the 15-day IL and calling up lefty Tom Cosgrove for his debut. Meanwhile, Jake Irvin, recovering from a shoulder strain, heads to the 60-day IL — but could return in just 12 days, offering a much-needed boost to a bullpen in need. Cosgrove, a veteran reliever acquired from the Astros, brings a solid rookie...

Denver’s Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies, sits atop land that’s been hiding dinosaur secrets for 68 million years. During construction in 1993, workers unearthed tiny fossil fragments — a rib and others — likely from a plant-eating dinosaur like a triceratops or torosaurus. Though not blockbuster finds, they sparked a mascot revolution: the Rockies introduced “Dinger,” a triceratops, com...

Pirates shake up the bullpen ahead of the Brewers series, calling up promising rookies Antwone Kelly and Thomas Harrington while sending down Cam Sanders—his fifth trip to Triple-A—and recent trade acquisition Hunter Stratton, signaling a high-stakes roster shuffle as they hunt for pitching answers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise o...

The MLB Draft’s top pick rarely wins the long-term race—only nine of the first 60 picks (1965–2024) truly stood out. With the White Sox holding the 2026 No. 1 pick, history warns: flashy first-rounders often miss the mark, while late-round gems like Nick Kurtz, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Tarik Skubal have outshone their high-profile peers. Scouts and teams must remember: the real stars aren’t always...

Philadelphia’s MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park is heating up with six Phillies making the NL roster, including outfield starter Brandon Marsh and bench threats Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. On the mound, Cristopher Sanchez could start, Jhoan Duran closes, and Jesus Luzardo joins as a replacement. Schwarber, leading MLB with 32 homers, is back in the Home Run Derby for the third time — a...

Seiya Suzuki’s cramp scare turned into a banana-powered comeback—yes, really—as he joked about adopting Munenori Kawasaki’s monkey-and-banana cramp-prevention ritual. But beyond the laughs, Suzuki’s been crushing it: homers, doubles, even a stolen base in back-to-back games. Now healthy and hungry, he’s ready to face the Reds starting Friday night in Cincinnati—can his potassium-packed plan keep h...

Tate Southisene, the Braves’ surprising 22nd overall 2025 draft pick, is rewriting his story from underdog to breakout star. At just 18, he’s already stolen 36 bases in 51 games and is crushing it with a .300 average and .500 slugging percentage after a slow start. Promoted to High-A Rome in June, he’s sharpening his swing, building strength, and leaning on his baseball-savvy family — especially h...

Rookie shortstop Jim Jarvis exploded onto the scene with a game-changing two-run homer in his 21st at-bat, helping the Braves cruise to a 10-5 win. But it wasn’t just the power—he also smacked a double and made a jaw-dropping defensive double play, showcasing his all-around impact. Manager Walt Weiss praised his poise and athleticism, while Jarvis credits a subtle stance tweak for the magic. Stayi...

Bo Lowrance is skyrocketing up draft boards as a top-20 MLB prospect, turning his outdoor passions into a mental edge and his physical development into a powerful weapon at shortstop. Once overlooked, he’s now a six-foot-five hitter studying Freeman and Olson, prioritizing sleep and nutrition to build strength without sacrificing athleticism. Scouts are buzzing as he transforms from a quiet kid fr...

Braves GMs are playing a high-stakes draft simulation game, targeting elite arms like Gio Rojas and Hunter Dietz early, while strategically saving money to snag late-round gems like Ryne Barker and Will Adams — all in a bid to build a powerhouse farm system with pitching depth, power hitters, and versatile position players. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/...

Kyle Schwarber is back in the Home Run Derby, set to face off against his Phillies teammate Bryce Harper on Monday night—marking the first time teammates have squared off in the event since 2018. Already MLB’s home run leader with 32 blasts, Schwarber’s power is off the charts: his homers average 106.6 mph and soar 404 feet, including two of the longest in baseball this year—460 and 457 feet. He’s...

The Marlins are hot and holding onto ace Sandy Alcantara, eyeing a third baseman or reliever to boost their wild card push. With the trade deadline near, key starting pitchers like Skubal and Mize are on the move, while the Mets weigh extending or trading Clay Holmes. The Jays and Padres face pivotal weekend matchups that could dictate whether they trade or fight for playoff chances. Listen in com...

The Reds are bouncing back from a brutal shutout loss with a key return: third baseman KeBryan Hayes is back in the lineup after a bulging disc, looking like a new player with eight hits and a homer in rehab. But they’re not out of the woods — utility man Matt McLain is headed to the IL with a calf strain, struggling at .190. With injuries and inconsistency plaguing the team, the Reds know this is...

From high school football phenom to MLB All-Star pitcher, Braxton Ashcraft’s journey is pure grit. Once a dominant wide receiver with over 2,000 yards and 37 touchdowns, he nearly walked away from baseball after a career-ending injury—but chose the mound instead. Now, at 26, he’s thriving with nine wins and a 3.24 ERA, bringing that same fierce competitive fire from the gridiron to the pitcher’s m...

David Calvert, once behind the camera capturing Reno Aces moments, now stands in the spotlight as a cancer survivor and hero—throwing out the first pitch at Cancer Survivorship Night after surviving acute lymphoblastic leukemia. His sudden diagnosis flipped his life upside down, but with grit, chemotherapy, and unwavering support from fans, players, and even MLB’s Ken Rosenthal, he’s back on the f...