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Giants’ Tony Vitello gets 100% real on brutal doubleheader vs. Phillies

The San Francisco Giants have struggled to find their footing in Tony Vitello’s first year as manager. Their Thursday doubleheader against the Philadelphia Phillies was no different. San Francisco lost their first game 3-2 before dropping the second 6-5 in extra innings. Vitello kept things brutally honest about the pair of losses, via MLB.com. “Obviously, […] The post Giants’ Tony Vitello gets 100% real on brutal doubleheader vs. Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Benetti stunned by umpire call overturned by ABS: ‘Yikes’

The ABS challenge system has already paid major dividends for Major League Baseball. Not only has it led to getting calls right for batters and pitchers, which is most important, but it’s led to some viral moments as well. Ok, maybe MLB umpires aren’t too happy with that last part as the ABS system has…

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Nolan Arenado, Manny Machado reveal their different approaches to playing third base

The San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks met in Mexico City last weekend for another international series for Major League Baseball. The atmosphere was electric, and both games were exciting between two teams with large Hispanic fan bases. The Padres took Game 1, and the Diamondbacks hit a grand slam to come back and win […] The post Nolan Arenado, Manny Machado reveal their different approaches to playing third base appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Carlos Mendoza’s job security gets massive update from David Stearns

It has not been a fun time in Queens, as the New York Mets have struggled to start the season. Despite this, Carlos Mendoza’s job is safe, as he has gotten a strong show of faith from Baseball President of Operations, David Stearns, according to MLB.com writer Anthony DiComo. “We know our record is not […] The post Mets’ Carlos Mendoza’s job security gets massive update from David Stearns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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80-Year-Old Orioles Broadcaster Eats First Chicken Wing Of His Life On Air After Making Good On Grand Slam Promise

Retired Orioles pitcher Jim Palmer has an incredibly impressive résumé, as the man who’s covered the team on TV for over 30 years was a three-time Cy Young winner who ended up enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame. However, prior to this week, he’d never eaten a chicken wing, and he issued a verdict […] The post 80-Year-Old Orioles Broadcaster Eats First Chicken Wing Of His Life On Air After Making Good On Grand Slam Promise appeared first on BroBible.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026 Hitter Stock Report: Risers, Fallers & Early Trade Targets

The calendar turns to May and it is a good time to take a look at where you are in the standings. Despite it being an extremely long season, things can shift quickly in baseball. Guys go on hot streaks, cold streaks, get a nagging injury, or lose playing time. It is always important to take stock ...

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How did Lucas Giolito fare in second minor-league start since Padres signing?

The San Diego Padres host the Chicago White Sox for a 3-game series at Petco Park starting Friday. The Padres are coming off a series loss to the other Chi Town squad, the Cubs. The starting pitching did not perform well during the week, and the hope is that it improves against a hot White […] The post How did Lucas Giolito fare in second minor-league start since Padres signing? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rangers’ Wyatt Langford suffers possible injury setback

The Texas Rangers initially placed Wyatt Langford on the 10-day IL due to a forearm injury in mid-April. While the club was seemingly expecting him to return to the lineup soon, new reports claim Lanford suffered a setback during his rehab assignment. During Thursday’s extended spring training game, the 24-year-old outfielder felt discomfort in his […] The post Rangers’ Wyatt Langford suffers possible injury setback appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies’ Don Mattingly sings Brandon Marsh’s praises after Giants series

As the Philadelphia Phillies completed the sweep of the San Francisco Giants, the ball club, led by interim manager Don Mattingly, is seemingly going in a better direction since the firing of Rob Thomson. With the Phillies having back-to-back walk-off wins against the Giants, one key factor in the victories has been the continued impressive […] The post Phillies’ Don Mattingly sings Brandon Marsh’s praises after Giants series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jim Palmer finally eats first chicken wing after Orioles bet

Jim Palmer has accomplished a lot of things in his life. He was a 6-time All-Star, a 3-time World Series champion, 3-time Cy Young Award winner, first-ballot Hall of Famer, and a longtime broadcaster with the Baltimore Orioles. But one thing he had never done before April 30, 2026 is eat a chicken wing. Then…

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Braves designate 2 pitchers for assignment before Rockies game

The Atlanta Braves announced multiple roster moves ahead of their series against the Colorado Rockies. Atlanta designated two pitchers for assignment as part of the moves. “The #Braves today recalled RHP Hunter Stratton to Atlanta and selected RHP Anthony Molina to the major league roster. The club designated RHP Joel Payamps and LHP José Suarez […] The post Braves designate 2 pitchers for assignment before Rockies game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees Could Make Stunning Decision on Anthony Volpe & His Future

The New York Yankees could make a rather surprising decision on shortstop Anthony Volpe.Volpe is on his rehab assignment and is closing in on a return to the MLB. However, Jose Caballero has played well in the meantime, and could still see playing time once Volpe returns anyway.With that, Yankees insider Chris Kirschner of The […] The post Yankees Could Make Stunning Decision on Anthony Volpe & His Future appeared first on HEAVY.

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