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What Jeremy Pena’s Opening Day status means for Astros and Brice Matthews

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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.

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3 Aaron Judge bold predictions for 2026 season

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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.

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Philadelphia Phillies Bring Back 100-MPH Righty From Rival

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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.

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TRADE: New York Yankees Send 5-Year MLB Player To Nationals

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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.

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Yankees trade veteran infielder to Nationals

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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.

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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’

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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