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The Nationals take a major hit as key reliever Brad Lord goes on the 15-day injured list with left side tightness, retroactive to July 6 — just before a crucial series against the Yankees and the All-Star break. Lord, their most reliable bullpen arm this season, is expected to miss games against the Yankees and Athletics, returning only July 21. With a 3.88 ERA and nearly 60 innings pitched, his a...

MLB Network’s “Road to the Show” drops its explosive second episode this Friday, diving into the raw, real lives of baseball’s top prospects as they battle pressure, sacrifice, and culture shock to chase the big leagues. Watch UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky, turning 21 amid a record 23-win streak, and his family’s barbecue tradition fueling his fire. Meet Justin Lebron’s new pup, Koda, and his animal-lovin...

The Tampa Bay Rays are heating up this season and are poised to make major trade deadline moves—targeting a power bat and a top starter to build a championship-caliber rotation. With a deep farm system and a real shot at the World Series, they’re willing to sacrifice prospects for impact upgrades, aiming to match any lineup in baseball and extend their playoff run. Listen in comfort: Get a discoun...

The Toronto Blue Jays are struggling this season, defying expectations after last year’s playoff run—hurt by injuries, veteran slumps, and a dismal offense averaging under four runs per game. Yet, unexpected rookie sparks and clutch performances keep them afloat. Manager John Schneider’s stubborn lineup choices have backfired at times, but tweaks have shown promise. With a crucial weekend series a...

The Braves are heating up just in time for the trade deadline, snapping a rough July with a win over the Pirates and showing signs of their old swagger. GM Alex Anthopoulos is already hinting at a busy deadline, with pitching and corner outfield help as top priorities. One name stirring the pot? Byron Buxton — elite speed, defense, and power, with Georgia ties to boot. Injuries are a concern, but...

Jeremiah Jackson delivered the clutch hit of the game, a two-run double in the bottom of the eighth, lifting the Orioles to a 3-2 victory over the Cubs and stopping Chicago’s sweep bid. With just one other hit — a solo homer from Tyler ONeill — Baltimore clawed back from a 2-1 deficit after the Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki gave them the lead with an RBI double. Tyler Wells earned the win in relief, and Andr...

Bryce Harper is chasing history at the T-Mobile Home Run Derby, aiming to become the first player ever to win it twice in his home ballpark—and just the fifth to win multiple times. At 33, he’s still crushing homers, tied for eighth in the NL with 20 and leading in slugging. With Netflix broadcasting the showdown on July 13th, Harper’s power and pedigree make him a serious threat to etch his name...

The Braves’ hidden gem from a quiet trade is exploding: Jim Jarvis, acquired last year in a deal that sent Rafael Montero to Detroit, is now tearing it up in the majors. After a breakout game against the Pirates — three hits, a homer, two RBIs — Jarvis is proving he’s more than just a prospect. His newfound confidence, sparked by a simple posture tweak, paired with his calm demeanor and elite defe...

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Arizona Diamondbacks make a tough pitching call, sending rookie Jose Cabrera back to Triple-A after a rough outing that led to manager ejection. Cabrera, called up to fill injury gaps, now carries a 5.60 ERA and needs more development. In his place, lefty reliever Philip Abner — more effective in Triple-A — steps up to bolster bullpen depth ahead of the All-Star break. The move balances immediate...

The Red Sox are on fire, riding a six-game win streak into the All-Star break after sweeping the White Sox in Chicago. With eleven wins in their last thirteen games, they’re finally looking like a playoff contender. Patrick Sandoval made a strong return from Tommy John surgery, pitching four and a third innings with just one run allowed. Caleb Durbin delivered a clutch two-run homer, and the bullp...

The Mets pulled off a dramatic 7-3 comeback win over the Royals, fueled by Sean Manaea’s longest outing in nearly two years and Tyrone Taylor’s clutch game-tying homer that sparked a five-run rally. With key injuries like Mark Vientos’ broken hand, the Mets showed resilience, securing their third series win since early June. Up next: a showdown with the Red Sox, while the Royals head to Baltimore....

The Yankees exploded for 12 runs, fueled by Ben Rice’s two homers and five RBIs, to crush the Rays 12-4 and snap a losing streak — even without Aaron Judge. Rice’s mammoth three-run shot sealed the win, pushing him to second in AL homers. Austin Wells added a homer too, as New York’s offense finally broke through against Tampa’s dominant pitching. Despite the Rays’ four-game lead in the AL East, t...

Jacob Latz, the 30-year-old Rangers lefty, defied expectations by earning an American League All-Star spot not as a starter but as a closer — a wild twist after being cut from the rotation. His journey began with a surprise no-hit start in Philly, then pivoted to the bullpen where he waited patiently for his moment. Late April brought his first save, and since then, he’s been unstoppable — setting...

The Cubs fell short in a nail-biting 3-2 loss to the Orioles, crumbling in the eighth when their shaky bullpen surrendered two runs. Despite a strong outing from David Peterson and a clutch performance from Seiya Suzuki — who hit a go-ahead RBI after tying the game — the team’s pitching woes continue to haunt them. With injuries plaguing the bullpen and a road trip to Cincinnati looming before the...

The Texas Rangers are poised for a pivotal showdown against the Angels, aiming to close out a split series with a win. Key offensive weapons Wyatt Langford and Josh Jung are back, ready to reignite their attack after a rough second game. Facing tough lefty Reid Detmers — who tormented them in May — the Rangers are rolling out Justin Foscue to lead off and hope for a better result. On the mound, Na...

Bryan Baker, a 31-year-old Rays pitcher, is headed to his first All-Star Game — a wild ride for a guy who never expected it, having been drafted by the Rockies and barely surviving his first Spring Training. Once deemed too wild for starters, he found his groove as a reliever, fueled by his athletic background and basketball roots. Traded to the Rays last summer for a draft pick, he seized the clo...

Ranger Suarez’s All-Star Game dreams are dashed as he’s sidelined with a left groin strain, retroactive to Monday, forcing the Red Sox to scramble for Saturday’s start. Despite a solid season and a recent five-year contract, Suarez prioritizes health over glory, understanding the team’s cautious stance. The Red Sox are eyeing Brayan Bello or a bullpen game, while Suarez plans to rehab during the A...

Ben Rice is crushing it at the plate—and he’s heading to the Home Run Derby ready to dominate. In a 12-4 demolition of the Rays, Rice blasted two homers, including a three-run shot in the sixth, driving in five runs and hitting his 27th and 28th homers of the season. The Yankees exploded for six runs in the third, with Rice’s first blast launching over the wall. Austin Wells added a fifth homer, w...

Mark Vientos got hit by a 92 mph fastball during a Mets game against the Royals, forcing him out of action at third base — a position he’s still adjusting to. Though he stayed in briefly, the team shuffled the lineup, with Brett Baty stepping in. Meanwhile, Tyrone Taylor delivered a clutch home run in his first at-bat, sparking a rally and giving the Mets a boost despite the injury setback. Listen...

Ender Inciarte just earned his spot in the Hall of Pretty Good — a fan-driven shrine for baseball’s solid, unforgettable, but not Cooperstown-caliber stars. With 65% of over 40,000 votes, his election was one of the closest in the Hall’s history. A nine-year MLB veteran, he shone brightest in Atlanta, hitting .275, snagging three Gold Gloves, and making an All-Star team — plus, he hit the first ho...

Aaron Judge’s rib stress fracture keeps the Yankees’ offense on hold as scans during the All-Star break could reveal if he’s healing — and whether rushing him back risks setbacks. Meanwhile, Giancarlo Stanton’s calf re-strain delays his return, while top prospect George Lombard Jr. is rehabbing two fingers and set to return to the minors around the break. On the pitching side, Carlos Lagrange’s sh...

Aaron Judge’s six-week rib fracture absence is reshaping the Yankees’ playoff hopes, as they slip from division lead to five games behind — and are now outscored significantly without their captain. Meanwhile, the Braves’ division lead shrinks without Ronald Acuña Jr., who’s set to begin rehab during the All-Star break. In Pittsburgh, rookie Konnor Griffin’s torn finger tendon sidelines him for mo...

Jordan Walker’s blazing power and historic debut in the Home Run Derby could rewrite Cardinals lore—already leading the NL in RBIs and homers, he’s the first Cardinal since legends like McGwire and Pujols to even qualify, and the first to ever win. With the derby set for Philly, the pressure’s on for Walker to break the franchise’s winless streak and bring home the trophy. Listen in comfort: Get a...

MLB’s August trade deadline is heating up as teams split into buyers, sellers, and cautious middle-grounders. The Braves, locked in a division race, are hunting elite talent like Boston’s ace Sonny Gray — a no-trade clause holder with a stellar season. Meanwhile, the Red Sox, riding a 10-2 surge despite being below .500, are holding tight to Gray, who’s likely staying put if they keep winning. For...