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Mets’ Banking on ‘Swing-and-Miss’ Improvement From Rotation

The New York Mets spent prospect capital and money to bolster their rotation over the last couple of years. With the National League East presumably running through the Los Angeles, the arms race becomes more important. Many teams enjoy strong batting lineups. However, pitching is another story. To place the Mets’ rotation into perspective, The […] The post Mets’ Banking on ‘Swing-and-Miss’ Improvement From Rotation appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Marlins sign Austin Slater to major league deal after Tigers tenure

Austin Slater’s time with the Detroit Tigers came to an abrupt end when the team decided not to add him to the Opening Day roster, paving the way for him to sign a contract with the Miami Marlins on the eve of the season. Slater was a non-roster invitee to Tigers camp, but the team […] The post Marlins sign Austin Slater to major league deal after Tigers tenure appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Yankees optioning Luis Gil isn’t as surprising as you may think

When the New York Yankees begin their 2026 season, Luis Gil won’t be apart of the Opening Day pitching rotation. However, it’s more of a strategic play by the Yankees rather than an indictment on Gil. New York won’t need a fifth starter until their 14th game of the season. The Yankees opted to take […] The post Why Yankees optioning Luis Gil isn’t as surprising as you may think appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yahoo Fantasy Baseball 2026 Beginner Guide

Yahoo Fantasy Baseball remains one of the most popular places to play fantasy baseball, and the 2026 season is no exception. Yahoo! Fantasy Sports began in 1999 when Yahoo Search Engine added fantasy football.  In the following year, they added fantasy baseball to a full-featured ...

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Former Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Is Still An MLB Free Agent

Tyler Anderson is coming off a season where he appeared in 26 games for the Los Angeles Angels. The 36-year-old went 2-8 with a 4.56 ERA. Former Dodgers All-Star Is Still An MLB Free Agent As of March 24, Anderson remains a free agent who is available to sign with any team in the MLB. […] The post Former Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star Is Still An MLB Free Agent appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Gary Cohen frustrated not being able to call Mets playoff games: ‘It never stops being painful’

The New York Mets might have the best TV booth in baseball, but when the games matter most in the playoffs, fans are left without Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez, and Ron Darling. Fans are used to hearing their favorite announcers for most of the 162-game regular season schedule. But if they’re lucky enough to see Read more... The post Gary Cohen frustrated not being able to call Mets playoff games: ‘It never stops being painful’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Blue Jays giving away epic Vladimir Guerrero Jr Expos bobblehead in May

The Toronto Blue Jays are honoring what was the other Canadian Major League Baseball team, during the 2026 season. Toronto will be giving away bobbleheads of star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in May, dressed in a Montreal Expos uniform. Toronto shared an image on social media Tuesday of the bobblehead. Via the Blue Jays, your first […] The post Blue Jays giving away epic Vladimir Guerrero Jr Expos bobblehead in May appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former AL Rookie of the Year demoted to minors

Less than two years after winning American League Rookie of the Year honors, New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil will be starting the 2026 season in the minor leagues. Gil will be optioned to Triple-A after failing to earn a spot in the Yankees’ starting rotation. The Yankees will only use a four-man rotation to … The post Former AL Rookie of the Year demoted to minors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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White Sox in Hot Water Again With Frank Thomas

The Chicago White Sox and franchise legend Frank Thomas have had their differences over the years.It keeps getting worse and worse.Thomas has filed a lawsuit against the Chicago White Sox, Nike and Fanatics, accusing them of profiting from the sale of City Connect 2.0 jerseys bearing his name without his consent, according to Larry Holder […] The post White Sox in Hot Water Again With Frank Thomas appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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3 Fernando Tatis Jr. bold predictions for 2026 season

Opening Day is here! The New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants will begin the season Wednesday night on Netflix, followed by almost a full slate of baseball on Thursday. The San Diego Padres and Detroit Tigers meet at Petco Park to begin the season on Thursday afternoon. Tarik Skubal will take on Nick Pivetta. […] The post 3 Fernando Tatis Jr. bold predictions for 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Ben Rice Lands Big Prediction for 2026 Season

The New York Yankees are under a lot of pressure to get back to the World Series after reaching it in 2024 and falling short in 2025. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is bringing back a team close to the one he had last season, hoping they can replicate their 94 wins and have a […] The post Yankees’ Ben Rice Lands Big Prediction for 2026 Season appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Former $24 Million Infielder Gets Good News From Cubs Before Opening Day

Veteran Scott Kingery got the best news he could have from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. The journeyman utilty-infielder/outfielder found out he “would be on the plane” to Chicago ahead of its season opener at Wrigley Field on Thursday against the Washington Nationals, according to manager Craig Counsell. Kingery signed with the Cubs in the […] The post Former $24 Million Infielder Gets Good News From Cubs Before Opening Day appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Jason Benetti explains how he left Fox early to become NBC’s MLB play-by-play announcer

After months of speculation that he was the leading candidate to become NBC’s lead MLB play-by-play announcer, Jason Benetti was officially announced for that role earlier this month. Benetti, who is also the TV voice of the Detroit Tigers, had been doing play-by-play work for Fox Sports since 2002. However, when he got the call Read more... The post Jason Benetti explains how he left Fox early to become NBC’s MLB play-by-play announcer appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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5 Bold Predictions for the Atlanta Braves in 2026

The 2026 MLB season is finally here! MLB Opening Night is on Wednesday with the Yankees and Giants squaring off in a Netflix exclusive broadcast. The majority of the league will play its first game on Thursday, but the Atlanta Braves begin their 2026 season on Friday against the Kansas City Royals. After a disappointing […] The post 5 Bold Predictions for the Atlanta Braves in 2026 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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