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Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return

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The Houston Astros received an encouraging development on Tuesday as shortstop Jeremy Pena took another step in his recovery from a right hamstring injury. With the club searching for stability after a slow start, Pena’s progress offers a needed boost for a lineup still trying to find consistency. Pena began taking live at-bats during batting […] The post Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steve Kettmann on what it was like to co-author Dusty Baker’s memoir ‘Crossroads’

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Dusty Baker is a baseball lifer who has been around the game for so long that he is connected to many great players and unforgettable moments. Baker won a World Series as a player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and another as a manager for the Houston Astros before retiring in October 2023. He’s now ready…

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MLB Home Run Predictions Today: HR Prop Bets for Tuesday, April 28

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It’s the "Tuesday Trot Tracker," and we’re circling the bases looking for bombs across this slate. The matchups are juicy, the arms are vulnerable, and it’s shaping up for a home run parade if you pick the right bats. We have Jonathan Aranda riding a power surge against a pitcher he’s already taken ...

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Astros manager Joe Espada gets GM’s support after Red Sox firing Alex Cora turns up heat

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The first manager of the MLB season has been fired. Alex Cora was fired by the Boston Red Sox after a 10-17 start to the season. This has put other managers, whose teams are struggling, on the hot seat. One of those managers is Astros head man Joe Espada. As the Astros sit at 11-18 […] The post Astros manager Joe Espada gets GM’s support after Red Sox firing Alex Cora turns up heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB Home Run Predictions Today: HR Prop Bets for Monday, April 27

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Max Muncy, Jo Adell, and Brandon Lowe headline Monday’s top MLB home run prop bets in strong matchups against vulnerable pitching.

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New York Yankees Announce Sudden Roster Move With 5-Year MLB Player

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On Sunday afternoon, the New York Yankees played the final game of their series with the Houston Astros (in Texas).The Yankees lost by a score of 7-4.They had their eight-game winning streak come to an end.Luis Gil pitched 4.0 innings, allowing five hits, six runs and three walks.Chris Kirschner of The Athletic wrote during the […] The post New York Yankees Announce Sudden Roster Move With 5-Year MLB Player appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Detroit Tigers Announce Latest Justin Verlander Update Ahead Of Braves Series

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On Sunday afternoon, the Detroit Tigers finished up their series with the Cincinnati Reds in Ohio.The Tigers won by a score of 8-3.Gleyber Torres led the team with three hits and two RBI’s.Detroit Tigers Announce Justin Verlander UpdateJustin Verlander has been out of action since March.He pitched in one game this season, going 3.2 innings, […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Latest Justin Verlander Update Ahead Of Braves Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Florida Man Wins $1.9 Million After Betting Only $30 With Insane MLB Parlay

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One Florida man got insanely lucky, and is now a millionaire. Over the weekend, a Florida man won nearly $2 million off an insane 6-legged MLB parlay. According to Hard Rock Bet, the man bet on six different players to hit home runs in a game. **THE SIX LEGS – All were bets to hit […] The post Florida Man Wins $1.9 Million After Betting Only $30 With Insane MLB Parlay appeared first on BroBible.

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2026 Fantasy Baseball: Closer Confidential for Week 5

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The more things change, the more they stay the same. There are so many volatile ninth inning situations around MLB. Our top “Secure” group now counts only 5 closers, with the other 25 bullpens either Shaky or Seesaw. I never wish injury on anyone, but I have to admit, it’s nice to watch the Dodgers ...

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How Yankees’ Jose Caballero just missed ‘Rickey Henderson-like’ game vs. Astros

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As the New York Yankees have been clashing with the Houston Astros over the weekend, it has been a successful series for the team, featuring the continued impressive play from shortstop Jose Caballero, especially in Saturday’s 8-3 win. While Yankees manager Aaron Boone speaks on Caballero’s performance as of late, he would go as far […] The post How Yankees’ Jose Caballero just missed ‘Rickey Henderson-like’ game vs. Astros appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB World Reacts to New Anthony Volpe News

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With new reports surfacing that New York Yankees‘ shortstop Anthony Volpe will return to the team either Wednesday or Thursday next week, there’s a lot to be excited about in the Bronx. The Yankees are winners of their last eight games and are rolling through the American League right now. It’s fair to wonder how […] The post MLB World Reacts to New Anthony Volpe News appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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MLB rumors: Insider says Alex Cora could be managing again in ‘a week’ after Red Sox firing

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Alex Cora’s firing from the Boston Red Sox is a massive surprise, especially after the team bounced back with a 17-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday afternoon. Cora spoke glowingly about his team after the game, which makes the timing of the decision even more surprising. While the manager’s time with the Red […] The post MLB rumors: Insider says Alex Cora could be managing again in ‘a week’ after Red Sox firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton shares cryptic injury update before Astros game

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With the series between the New York Yankees and the Houston Astros continuing over the weekend, there was some concern regarding star Giancarlo Stanton during the team’s 12-4 win on Friday. As Stanton experienced an injury scare in the Yankees’ win over the Astros, the star would give an update on how he’s feeling. Stanton […] The post Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton shares cryptic injury update before Astros game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees place pitcher on IL before Astros clash

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Although the New York Yankees continue to carry a low team batting average, which has been a recurring problem in their postseason trips, they might be able to offset that statistic with first-rate pitching. The American League leaders have been seeing the ball well lately, but it is their dominance on the mound that should […] The post Yankees place pitcher on IL before Astros clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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