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How Yankees’ key 2026 questions have been answered so far
Here’s a look at the key questions entering the season and how they have unfolded through the first six games, leaving the Yankees 5-1.
Mets’ Marcus Semien has ‘no panic’ over brutal start at plate
The new Mets second baseman carried an 0-for-18 slump into Thursday night’s game, futility that followed hits in his first two at-bats of the season.
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Nico Hoerner just got paid. Is Ian Happ next?
As of late, the Chicago Cubs have been locking in key talent for the long haul. Among them are CF Pete Crow-Armstrong and second baseman Nico Hoerner. Crow-Armstrong agreed to a six-year, $115 million extension. Meanwhile, Hoerner signed a six-year deal of his own worth $141 million on Opening Day. Now that’s over, many are […] The post Pete Crow-Armstrong, Nico Hoerner just got paid. Is Ian Happ next? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman Makes MLB History Not Seen in 126 Years
Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman continues to make history in his 14th MLB season.
Pirates ace Paul Skenes makes charitable pledge per strikeout in 2026 season
The Pittsburgh Pirates are gaining attention beyond the field as Paul Skenes expands his charitable efforts entering the 2026 season. With the Pirates ace increasing his strikeout-based pledge, the Gary Sinise Foundation will once again benefit from every strikeout he records. The club continues to build around the 2024 NL Rookie of the Year, who […] The post Pirates ace Paul Skenes makes charitable pledge per strikeout in 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yankees’ rotation poised for history — and will only get better
The Yankees allowed six runs through six games, third most in history, behind only the 1915 Phillies and 2002 Giants.
Pittsburgh Pirates Announce Roster Move Before Orioles Game
On Friday, the Pittsburgh Pirates will open up a series with the Baltimore Orioles (at home).The Pirates most recently beat the Cincinnati Reds by a score of 8-3.They are 3-3 in their first six games of the season.Pittsburgh Pirates Announce Roster MoveBefore their game against Baltimore, the Pirates announced that they had made a roster […] The post Pittsburgh Pirates Announce Roster Move Before Orioles Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Texas Rangers Roll Out Wearable Nacho Hat As Ballpark Food Gets Crazier
MLB’s latest concession craze features the Texas Rangers’ nacho hat, a viral Rally Sombrero that turns ballpark food into a wearable spectacle with messy consequences.
Jose Quintana placed on IL, empty hole left on Rockies roster
The Colorado Rockies made a few roster moves on Thursday that left the club with 25 players on the 26-man roster. One of the moves included Jose Quintana, who was placed on the IL due to a right hamstring injury. Quintana, who is 37 years old, is on the 15-day IL after sustaining a hamstring […] The post Jose Quintana placed on IL, empty hole left on Rockies roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tigers' Jack Flaherty Announces Personal News Amid MLB Season
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jack Flaherty announced a personal update on Thursday.
Scouts detail what’s keeping Jasson Dominguez, Spencer Jones from Yankees roster
Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger will be in the Yankees outfield for the foreseeable future. Trent Grisham is in center field, even after impressive springs by prospects Jasson Domínguez and Spencer Jones.
Pirates, Konnor Griffin grades for historic $140 million contract
Konnor Griffin hasn’t taken a major league swing, yet the top prospect is already reshaping the trajectory of the Pittsburgh Pirates. A $140 million commitment over nine years will do that. For a franchise that rarely operates in this financial stratosphere, the deal is more than bold—it’s transformative. It thrusts the Pirates into the center […] The post Pirates, Konnor Griffin grades for historic $140 million contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Royals Facing Punishment Decision on Top Prospect After Loss to Twins
The Kansas City Royals have a punishment decision to make after Thursday’s loss.
9 Pirates who are good as gone after Konnor Griffin's nine-year extension
With Konnor Griffin signed up for nine years, Pittsburgh Pirates fans can look to the future with optimism. But it will eventually require tough cuts elsewhere.
Royals’ budding star overslept, remorseful after being scratched vs. Twins
The Kansas City Royals suffered a 5-1 loss to the Minnesota Twins on Thursday, giving the club a 3-3 record through six games. It was a contest that was supposed to feature one of the team’s top prospects, Carter Jensen, but he didn’t make an appearance until the ninth inning. Shortly after the loss, the […] The post Royals’ budding star overslept, remorseful after being scratched vs. Twins appeared first on ClutchPoints.
1986 Pennant-winning Red Sox squad to be honored before Padres game
The Boston Red Sox have not started the 2026 season on the right foot. After winning on Opening Day on the road against the Cincinnati Reds, the Sox have lost five straight games and were swept by the Houston Astros earlier this week. The good news is that the team is now at home for […] The post 1986 Pennant-winning Red Sox squad to be honored before Padres game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Royals’ Kauffman Stadium fountain causes TV camera disaster
The Kansas City Royals experienced an unusual disruption at Kauffman Stadium when a fountain-related issue interfered with game coverage. During Thursday’s matchup against the Minnesota Twins, the broadcast problem quickly became a focal point for viewers. The unusual scene quickly spread across social media, with fans reacting in real time to the unexpected disruption and […] The post Royals’ Kauffman Stadium fountain causes TV camera disaster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kansas City winds blow fountain water into centerfield camera during Royals-Twins
Kaufmann Stadium learned the perils of having fountains close to the centerfield camera on Thursday as heavy winds blew water into the lens, obscuring it and forcing the Royals.TV broadcasting crew to get creative. The Kansas City area experienced significant wind on Tuesday as the Minnesota Twins came to town for an American League Central…
Recent extensions could have major ramifications for MLB
Major League Baseball is easing into the season, and there’s been a ton of action on and off the field. Off the field, a few franchises, such as the Milwaukee Brewers, Seattle Mariners, and now the Pittsburgh Pirates, have signed their top prospects to long-term deals. The Brewers ...
Kim Kardashian brings intense youth sports world to Paramount+ spotlight
Kim Kardashian is stepping into a different kind of spotlight, one that trades glam for grit and puts youth sports culture front and center. Her latest project, Team Moms, is set to explore the increasingly intense world of elite youth baseball, where the stakes stretch far beyond the diamond. Paramount+ has officially greenlit the series, […] The post Kim Kardashian brings intense youth sports world to Paramount+ spotlight appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mets rumors: Jon Heyman denies political strife in 2025 New York clubhouse
A rumor spread during the 2025 campaign that Brandon Nimmo and Francisco Lindor were at political odds in the New York Mets’ clubhouse. The claim was initially made by popular sports radio host Mike Francesa. On Thursday, MLB Insider Jon Heyman decided to put the rumors to rest. In his latest article for the New […] The post Mets rumors: Jon Heyman denies political strife in 2025 New York clubhouse appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Shock moment Giants star Matt Chapman’s blasts own teammate after mistake against Padres leads to run
SAN Francisco Giants star Matt Chapman stunningly called out his own teammate after an error led to a run in their 7-1 road loss to the San Diego Padres. The…
2026 Fantasy Baseball Early Season Injury Report & Rehab Updates
The MLB injury reports are stuffed with players already. Many began the season on the IL and several have been added since. They appear here ranked in three categories; Players that should be rostered in all leagues, players that should be added and stashed if they are on waivers, and players to ...