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The nightmare start for the New York Mets continues, as with the 4-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon, the team has now lost 10 straight games. While the Mets continue to be without Juan Soto because of a calf injury, there is no doubt surprise from the baseball world on how down […] The post Carlos Mendoza drops ‘pissed’ confession on Mets’ 10-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mets have to look to 1951 Giants for hope after losing 10th consecutive game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 6:04pm

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The saying goes you can’t win a pennant in April, but you can lose it. The New York Mets and their fans desperately hope they are not the living embodiment of that adage. Following Saturday’s 4-2 loss versus the Chicago Cubs, they have now dropped 10 straight games and own a National League-worst 7-14 record. […] The post Mets have to look to 1951 Giants for hope after losing 10th consecutive game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New York Yankees Secret Weapon Is Being Paid Less Than $850,000

Apr 18, 2026 @ 6:01pm

On Saturday afternoon, the New York Yankees won their second straight game over the Kansas City Royals (at home).Ben Rice finished the 13-4 victory with one home run and two walks in three at-bats.Yankees Secret Weapon Is Being Paid Less Than $850,000Rice is in his third MLB season (all with the Yankees).It’s worth noting that […] The post New York Yankees Secret Weapon Is Being Paid Less Than $850,000 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

New York Mets Get Strong Social Media Reactions After Historic Losing Streak

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:41pm

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The New York Mets lost again on Saturday afternoon, which marked the team’s 10th consecutive loss. They have not won since April 7. The Mets are 7-14, which is good for the worst record in Major League Baseball. It’s the longest losing streak for the Mets since 2004, and one of the worst in their […] The post New York Mets Get Strong Social Media Reactions After Historic Losing Streak appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Braves’ Ha-Seong Kim gets crucial injury update

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:36pm

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Ha-Seong Kim has yet to make his 2026 debut as he’s still working his way back from surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger. On Saturday, he and the Atlanta Braves received a big update regarding his recovery process. Reports indicate the 30-year-old infielder has been taking batting practice and is […] The post Braves’ Ha-Seong Kim gets crucial injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New York Mets Manager Makes Brutally Honest Statement After Cubs Game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:33pm

On Saturday, the New York Mets played the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field for the second game of their series.The Mets lost by a score of 4-2.They have now lost ten games in a row.Anthony DiComo of MLB.com wrote: “The Mets’ losing streak has hit double digits. At 10 games, it’s tied for 12th-longest in […] The post New York Mets Manager Makes Brutally Honest Statement After Cubs Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Phillies Calling Up 25 Year Old Slugger with 1.000 OPS

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:32pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies have been off to a rocky start to the 2026 season, and for a team with championship aspirations, changes needed to be made.One such change, announced on Saturday, April 18th, was the decision to promote 25-year-old outfielder Felix Reyes from Triple-A. The corresponding move was the Phillies’ decision to send Otto Kemp […] The post Phillies Calling Up 25 Year Old Slugger with 1.000 OPS appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Carlos Mendoza Sends Message After Mets’ 10th Straight Loss

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:30pm

Athlon Sports

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza had a message after 10 straight losses.

Booting Taijuan Walker won't fix what's broken with the Phillies

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:09pm

FanSided

The Philadelphia Phillies once again have a Taijuan Walker problem, but he's far from the only issue plaguing the reigning NL East champs.

Mets suffer 10th straight loss with season already mired in ugly mess

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:08pm

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If there is a baseball hell, the Mets have found it and are threatening to establish permanent residence.

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger adds to Royals’ misery with home run explosion

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:03pm

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The Kansas City Royals (7-14) had already experienced a shockingly unbearable road trip entering Saturday, losing four straight games in rather brutal fashion (by a combined five runs). The New York Yankees (12-9) decided to sprinkle some variety in KC’s anguish, however, and proceeded to pummel pitchers Noah Cameron and Mitch Spence. Cody Bellinger was […] The post Yankees’ Cody Bellinger adds to Royals’ misery with home run explosion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

MASN’s Kevin Brown explains Coachella to Ben McDonald during Orioles-Guardians

Apr 18, 2026 @ 5:00pm

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The Baltimore Orioles and Cleveland Guardians were locked in a 0-0 slugfest in the 4th inning on Friday when MASN announcer Kevin Brown made a music reference, which he is often prone to doing. With that, he set off a three-minute-long tangent with color commentator Ben McDonald about Coachella, the Italian lemon liqueur limoncello, and…

Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:52pm

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Fans of the New York Yankees received two treats against the Kansas City Royals Saturday. Ben Rice blasting a deep home run rose as one. But the second involved Will Warren hitting a new feat. The right-handed pitcher executed 11 punchouts, now matching a career-high. 11 punchouts for Will Warren! He matches his career high […] The post Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Drew Gilbert is back with the Giants after missing time with injury and he's already had a viral dugout moment with Tony Vitello – A to Z Sports

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:45pm

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Drew Gilbert is back with the Giants after missing time with injury and he's already had a viral dugout moment with Tony Vitello A to Z Sports

Cody Bellinger’s two homers, Will Warren’s dominance lead Yankees to blowout over Royals

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:37pm

NY Post Sports

At least for one day, the Yankees spared themselves the drama.

Phillies Make Fateful Decision on 103 mph Closer

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:20pm

The Phillies made a fateful decision involving a 103 mph closer, raising questions about their bullpen strategy and late-game plans. The post Phillies Make Fateful Decision on 103 mph Closer appeared first on Heavy Sports.

New York Yankees Make Aaron Judge Decision During Royals Game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:19pm

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On Saturday afternoon, the New York Yankees played the Kansas City Royals in the Bronx.They won by a score of 13-4, so they will now look to go for the sweep on Sunday.Despite the team winning in blowout fashion, Aaron Judge had no hits.He finished with two walks, one run and two strikeouts in two […] The post New York Yankees Make Aaron Judge Decision During Royals Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Blue Jays pitcher admits he ‘hates’ Toronto’s opener strategy

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:18pm

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The Toronto Blue Jays’ use of an opener has come into focus following a stern postgame reaction from left-hander Eric Lauer, whose role in the team’s evolving pitching strategy continues to spark discussion. Lauer voiced frustration after his Friday outing in Phoenix, when the Blue Jays used Braydon Fisher as an opener before turning to […] The post Blue Jays pitcher admits he ‘hates’ Toronto’s opener strategy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Phillies Announce Roster Moves Before Braves Game on Saturday

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:05pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies have a couple of injuries in their bullpen.

Ben Rice’s home run feat will have Yankees fans thinking about All-Star Game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:03pm

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Ben Rice graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in psychology and was selected in the 12th round of the 2021 MLB Draft. He was not destined for big-league stardom. His rookie season with the New York Yankees seemed to only reinforce that point, as he batted .171 with a .613 OPS. Though, upon further […] The post Ben Rice’s home run feat will have Yankees fans thinking about All-Star Game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Phillies’ Jhoan Duran lands on IL with oblique injury

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:01pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies’ bullpen received some bad news on Saturday, as it sounds like Jhoan Duran is heading to the IL. Philly announced several roster moves after making its final decision on Duran. Reports indicate that the 28-year-old closer was placed on the 15-day IL due to a left oblique strain, according to Jeff Skversky […] The post Phillies’ Jhoan Duran lands on IL with oblique injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Detroit Tigers Announce Justin Verlander News Before Red Sox Series

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:55pm

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On Saturday, the Detroit Tigers will continue their series with the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.They are coming off a 1-0 loss (on Friday).Detroit Tigers Announce Justin Verlander NewsThe Tigers currently remain without starting pitcher Justin Verlander (who is on the IL).Tigers PR wrote (on April 4): “The Tigers today placed RHP Justin Verlander […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Justin Verlander News Before Red Sox Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:40pm