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The New York Yankees are want to compete for a World Series this year, yet the team is linked to making a stunning move on Jazz Chisholm Jr. The post Analyst Links Yankees to Make Stunning Move Involving Jazz Chisholm Jr. appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Los Angeles Angels are set to take on the Houston Astros on Opening Day to kick off the 2026 season. On Tuesday, the organization signed a former pitcher of the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets to the roster. Reports indicate that Joey Lucchesi, who is 32 years old, is signing with the […] The post Angels agree to contract with ex-Giants, Mets pitcher right before Opening Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Not what you'd expect to hear on a live baseball broadcast.
There were rumors on Monday night that Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs were finalizing a contract extension that would keep him in the Windy City on a long-term deal. The terms of the deal were finally reached on Tuesday, locking in Crow-Armstrong through the 2031 season, according to Jeff Passan via X, formerly Twitter. […] The post Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs officially agree to $115 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Cincinnati Reds are preparing for Opening Day 2026 with a lasting tribute. A special gift from franchise legend Joey Votto now stands as a centerpiece outside Great American Ball Park. The newly installed clock serves as a symbol of appreciation and adds a meaningful highlight to the latest Reds news just days before the […] The post Reds icon Joey Votto reveals special gift for fans at Great American Ball Park appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Yankees announced a trade on Tuesday.
Every year, it feels like Keith Hernandez spends the offseason hemming and hawing about whether or not he’ll return to the SNY booth to call New York Mets games. Maybe the real reason is that he’s making enough money off his Seinfeld appearance that he doesn’t need to think about working anymore. While the former Read more... The post Keith Hernandez still cashing substantial ‘Seinfeld’ residual checks appeared first on Awful Announcing.
The Philadelphia Phillies made a big move by giving ace pitcher Cristopher Sanchez a six-year deal worth $107 million right before Opening Day. The new contract for Sanchez includes $104 million guaranteed, but it also includes deferred money that Sanchez will be getting all the way until 2044, according to Ronald Blum of The Associated … The post Phillies’ $107 million contract for star pitcher includes lots of deferred money appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Only one team has dethroned the Dodgers in the NL West over the past dozen seasons.
The Mets are experimenting with what was considered major league sacrilege as recently as a couple years ago.
The automated ball-strike challenge system is not officially part of Major League Baseball games yet. But the MLB ABS system strategy is already taking shape across the league.Not in rulebook form. In behavior.Clubs spent spring training testing the ABS challenge system ahead of its planned 2026 debut, and what’s emerged isn’t just feedback on technology. […] The post MLB’s New ABS System Is Already Changing Game Strategy appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The New York Yankees closed out their 2026 spring training campaign with an 8-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona. Gerrit Cole looked good in a short start, as he struck out Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Busch consecutively before running into trouble against Alex Bregman. The Cubs third […] The post Yankees’ Gerrit Cole gives Alex Bregman his flowers after third baseman’s long home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As the Los Angeles Dodgers gear up for an Opening Day showdown against the Arizona Diamondbacks, one of the subplots fans have kept track of has been the team’s catcher situation. With two former top draft picks, Will Smith and Dalton Rushing, currently on the Opening Day roster, will the Dodgers look to form a […] The post Dave Roberts reveals how the Dodgers will use Will Smith, Dalton Rushing in 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Despite the St. Louis Cardinals saying that it wasn’t an intentional strategy, it certainly seems like they have a type when it comes to their pitchers. While most teams have an abundance of right-handed pitchers with lefties coming in as specialists out of the bullpen and maybe one starter in their rotation, the Cardinals’ prospect […] The post Cardinals’ Matthew Liberatore reveals ‘uncomfortable’ future advantage appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Thursday night, the Houston Astros will open up the 2026 regular season when they host Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels in Texas.Like all teams, the Astros are finalizing their roster ahead of Opening Day.Houston Astros Release 4-Year MLB PlayerBefore Thursday’s showdown, Matt Kawahara of The Houston Chronicle reported roster news.Kawahara wrote: “Peter […] The post Houston Astros Release 4-Year MLB Player After Roster Decision appeared first on Heavy Sports.
He is the winningest skipper in franchise history (595), owns the best winning percentage (.588) and kept a steady hand from 1984-90, when his Mets clubs averaged more than 95 wins per season.
The offseason is in the books, and the games officially count. How does the league stack up ahead of a new regular season?
The Houston Astros have plenty riding on the injury status of shortstop Jeremy Pena before Opening Day. Pena fractured his right ring finger early in a WBC exhibition game, which opened the door for an open spot on the Opening Day roster. However, there are no guarantees that the shortstop will miss the team’s first […] The post What Jeremy Pena’s Opening Day status means for Astros and Brice Matthews appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Can the Mariners repeat in the AL West? Will the Rangers bounce back? Can the Astros get back on top?
The New York Yankees are running it back in 2026, and one man makes that a decent decision on his own. Aaron Judge won his third MVP last year, beating out Cal Raleigh’s 60-homer campaign. He then led the Americans at the World Baseball Classic to mixed results. What are some bold predictions for Aaron […] The post 3 Aaron Judge bold predictions for 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Phillies were hoping to improve their lineup with the signing of Adolis García, and after a struggle, he is getting his swing back. The post Phillies Free Agent Slugger Finds Success With New Stance appeared first on Heavy Sports.
With Opening Day almost here, the Philadelphia Phillies have added to their pitching depth by bringing back one of their former prospects. The Phillies have announced that right-handed pitcher Griff McGarry has been returned to the club from the Washington Nationals. The Phillies lost McGarry to the Nationals during the offseason, as Washington selected him […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Bring Back 100-MPH Righty From Rival appeared first on Heavy Sports.
On Wednesday night, the New York Yankees will play the San Francisco Giants in California.The Yankees head into the season with one of the most talented rosters in the entire American League.New York Yankees Send 5-Year MLB Player To NationalsBefore Opening Day, the Yankees announced a trade with the Nationals.Yankees PR Dept. wrote: “The New […] The post TRADE: New York Yankees Send 5-Year MLB Player To Nationals appeared first on Heavy Sports.
One day before the San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees on Netflix for Opening Day, the Yankees have agreed to a trade involving a veteran infielder. New York has traded Zack Short to the Washington Nationals in exchange for cash considerations. Short has been a part of seven organizations, including the Yankees, but […] The post Yankees trade veteran infielder to Nationals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
