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Dodgers’ Blake Snell gets official return date with a bobblehead twist

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been one of the better teams in the league this season, and they could be even more dangerous after this key player returns. Blake Snell is set to return against the Atlanta Braves, according to Jack Harris of the California Post. “Blake Snell will start for the Dodgers this Saturday, […] The post Dodgers’ Blake Snell gets official return date with a bobblehead twist appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo had a deranged pronunciation of Cam Schlittler’s name

Chris “Mad Dog” Russo did not stand a chance this week with Cam Schlittler’s name. The veteran New York-based sports host Russo went viral this week over his horrifically botched pronunciation of the name of Schlittler, the New York Yankees pitcher. During an episode of his “Mad Dog Unleashed” show, Russo was discussing the Yankees’ … The post Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo had a deranged pronunciation of Cam Schlittler’s name appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spencer Jones’ heartwarming reaction to seeing 1st Yankees locker

The New York Yankees have called up Spencer Jones from Triple-A Scranton amid Jasson Dominguez’s injury. Jones, an outfield prospect, has been mashing the ball for the Railriders. His strikeout rate concerns some, but he can prove those doubters wrong at the highest level. Jones saw his first locker in the Milwaukee Brewers clubhouse on […] The post Spencer Jones’ heartwarming reaction to seeing 1st Yankees locker appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Diamondbacks’ No. 1 prospect get called up to MLB

The Arizona Diamondbacks are hoping that the recall of top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt will get them one step closer to catching the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West standings. The Diamondbacks are two games under .500 and 5.5 games back of first place, and Waldschmidt figures to help their depth in the outfield. […] The post Watch Diamondbacks’ No. 1 prospect get called up to MLB appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels make Travis d’Arnaud injury decision before Blue Jays game

The Los Angeles Angels placed catcher Travis d’Arnaud on the 10-day injured list due to right foot plantar fasciitis on Friday ahead of their game against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team announced. The move is retroactive to Thursday. Additionally, the Angels selected the contract of catcher Omar Martinez in a corresponding move. d’Arnaud suffered the […] The post Angels make Travis d’Arnaud injury decision before Blue Jays game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners get huge Brendan Donovan boost for White Sox series

The Seattle Mariners are 18-20 heading into a series with the Chicago White Sox on Mother’s Day Weekend. It is not the start they were hoping for after losing in Game 7 of the ALCS to end last season. But now, they have a chance to turn it around as key offseason acquisition Brendan Donovan […] The post Mariners get huge Brendan Donovan boost for White Sox series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: Buy, Sell or Hold? Featuring Trout, Tatis Jr., Devers & Bichette

Shout out to the fantasy baseball managers who kept their cool through April and didn’t make any impulsive changes to their rosters. Your reward: Making the first big roster decisions in early May. As April fades in the rearview mirror, several high-profile players have created immediate ...

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Royals make important Cole Ragans, Carlos Estevez announcements before Tigers game

The Kansas City Royals will play the Detroit Tigers on Friday night in the first matchup of a three-game series. Before the game, the ball club made multiple announcements. Ace Cole Ragans was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left elbow impingement. Closer Carlos Estevez was returned from his rehab assignment. Additionally, […] The post Royals make important Cole Ragans, Carlos Estevez announcements before Tigers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox make pitching switch amid Rays series

The Boston Red Sox entered their series against the Tampa Bay Rays on a high after sweeping the Detroit Tigers in a three-game set, but an 8-4 loss on Thursday night brought the team back down to earth. With the team still clawing to get back into the playoff race, the team announced some roster moves […] The post Red Sox make pitching switch amid Rays series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds activate starting pitcher from IL amid 7-game losing skid

With the Cincinnati Reds on a seven-game losing streak, the team needs a new burst of energy on the team that could lift the spirits back up, as the latest moves from the ball club could be just what they needed. After the Reds’ disappointing series against the Chicago Cubs, the team has made a […] The post Reds activate starting pitcher from IL amid 7-game losing skid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres manager reveals honest message to Fernando Tatis Jr. amid home run drought

The San Diego Padres are playing well, but Fernando Tatis Jr. has struggled to begin the new season. Although Tatis is hitting the ball hard, the Padres star holds just a .252/.318/.304 slash line with no home runs. Padres manager Craig Stammen revealed his message to Tatis amid his home run drought during an interview […] The post Padres manager reveals honest message to Fernando Tatis Jr. amid home run drought appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs showing trade interest in Mets pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have interest in improving their pitching this season, and they reportedly have interest in one New York Mets pitcher. Veteran Chicago baseball reporter Bruce Levine reported on Friday that the Cubs have talked with the Mets about Freddy Peralta. Peralta, 29, is in his first season with the Mets. He is 2-3 … The post Cubs showing trade interest in Mets pitcher appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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CC Sabathia gets Brewers honor amid Baseball Hall of Fame induction

The Baseball Hall of Fame will add CC Sabathia to the list of honored players last year, but the Milwaukee Brewers are giving him their own honor, recognizing his contributions to the team by adding him to the Wall of Fame. Sabathia spent just half of a season in Milwaukee, but it was one of […] The post CC Sabathia gets Brewers honor amid Baseball Hall of Fame induction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Minor League Baseball Team Unveils Beer Zip Line That Doesn’t Make Any Sense But Is Still A Sight To Behold (Video)

Minor league baseball teams are known for turning to gimmicks to drum up publicity and try to attract fans to the ballpark. That includes the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, the Triple-A Squad that has installed a beer zip line that seemingly has no reason to exist but is nonetheless a ground-breaking innovation. Every sports team prides […] The post Minor League Baseball Team Unveils Beer Zip Line That Doesn’t Make Any Sense But Is Still A Sight To Behold (Video) appeared first on BroBible.

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Jeff Passan: MLB umpires can receive real-time strike zone feedback from ABS operators

The ABS challenge system has been one of the best stories in baseball so far this season, and Jeff Passan has been one of the best people to follow on the subject. The ESPN MLB insider has been ahead of this story for a couple of years now, going back to his appearances on The…

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Rays make crucial injury announcement before Red Sox game

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to play the Boston Red Sox in the second contest of a four-game series on Friday night. Tampa Bay earned an 8-4 win in Boston to begin the series on Thursday. Before Friday’s game, the Rays made a roster announcement. “The Tampa Bay Rays have reinstated RHP Mason Englert […] The post Rays make crucial injury announcement before Red Sox game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays’ Kevin Cash won’t undersell Tropicana Field aspect to hot 2026 start

The Tampa Bay Rays are off to a hot start and have surprised many in the MLB with their great play. With his team off to a great start, manager Kevin Cash did not undersell the impact of playing at Tropicana Field in 2026, according to a piece by Kevin Rosenthal of The Athletic. “I think it’s […] The post Rays’ Kevin Cash won’t undersell Tropicana Field aspect to hot 2026 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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