The emotional moment Elmer Rodriguez found out Yankees were calling him up
He was overcome with emotion when he found out he was getting called up to The Show.
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Reds’ Chase Burns shares bold Elly De La Cruz claim that will catch Shohei Ohtani’s attention
Who is the best baseball player in the world right now? Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is a popular answer to that question. If you ask Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns, however, he will tell you the answer is Elly De La Cruz. De La Cruz , a shortstop, made great defensive plays […] The post Reds’ Chase Burns shares bold Elly De La Cruz claim that will catch Shohei Ohtani’s attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.
North Carolina Baseball Made Fans Sick After Devouring 350 Pounds Of Hot Dogs
North Carolina baseball fans took full advantage of a $1 hot dog deal during a midweek matchup against Coastal Carolina. Unfortunately, most were sick to their stomachs by the time the promo ended. The Tar Heels played a disgusting brand of baseball in a blowout loss. It sent the crowd home feeling ill. That poor […] The post North Carolina Baseball Made Fans Sick After Devouring 350 Pounds Of Hot Dogs appeared first on BroBible.
Cultural acceptance has Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee playing at star level: ‘Express myself’
SAN FRANCISCO — In Korean culture, a bow is more than a greeting. It’s a sign of respect. Jung Hoo Lee has earned plenty lately. Now in his third season with the Giants, the Korean star seems to be feeling right at home, maybe more than ever over the past few weeks. In his past...
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski refuses to answer why he’s fit for the job after firing Rob Thomson
While fired Phillies manager Rob Thomson faced the music, team president Dave Dombrowski didn’t want to hear it. When speaking to reporters after firing his manager Tuesday with a 9-19 record, Dombrowski refused to answer a question about why he is the right guy to lead the team going forward, given shoddy roster construction and...
Phillies’ Trea Turner sounds off on aftermath of Rob Thomson firing
With the Philadelphia Phillies firing manager Rob Thomson, there was no denying that some saw it coming due to the slow 9-19 start to the 2026 season. However, some players had nothing but good sentiments toward the former Phillies manager in Thomson, with star Trea Turner giving insight into how the aftermath has impacted the […] The post Phillies’ Trea Turner sounds off on aftermath of Rob Thomson firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dodgers’ Will Smith gets 100% real on Shohei Ohtani’s start vs. Marlins
On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a loss against the Miami Marlins by a score of 2-1, in what was a rare quiet night for the bats in Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani was on the mound for the Dodgers in this one, and he performed well, allowing just five hits and one earned […] The post Dodgers’ Will Smith gets 100% real on Shohei Ohtani’s start vs. Marlins appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Astros, Blue Jays, & Royals Emerge As Next Struggling Teams On MLB Panic Meter
ESPN offers its panic meter rating for the Houston Astros, Toronto Blue Jays, and Kansas City Royals at the end of the first month of the 2026 season.
Mets predicted to reunite with $67M Gold Glove winner, Cy Young finalist to save lackluster season – sportingnews.com
Mets predicted to reunite with $67M Gold Glove winner, Cy Young finalist to save lackluster season sportingnews.com
Mets’ Juan Soto issues subtle warning after 8-0 Nationals thumping
The New York Mets have struggled in 2026. That is not a secret. They were able to earn an 8-0 victory against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night. After the game, Juan Soto shared an intriguing comment, via SNY. “We’ve been grinding every moment, every swing and it finally comes through,” Soto said. “… This […] The post Mets’ Juan Soto issues subtle warning after 8-0 Nationals thumping appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Braves predicted to part ways with $71M All-Star, World Series champion amid Spencer Strider return – sportingnews.com
Braves predicted to part ways with $71M All-Star, World Series champion amid Spencer Strider return sportingnews.com
Braves announce Carlos Carrasco roster decision
The Atlanta Braves have been rolling of late in the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 21-9 ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Tigers. The Braves’ pitching staff has performed well above expectations this year after receiving much skepticism coming into the season given their volume of injuries. Recently, the team announced a big […] The post Braves announce Carlos Carrasco roster decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Diehard Red Sox fans Matt Damon, Ben Affleck betray Boston by wearing Giants hats in honor of Robin Williams
Bostonians and actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck are Red Sox fans, and diehard ones at that, but they wore a San Francisco Giants hat recently in honor of the late Robin Williams. On Monday, Apr. 27, 2026, Damon and Affleck received an award from Bring Change to Mind in the Bay Area. They were […] The post Diehard Red Sox fans Matt Damon, Ben Affleck betray Boston by wearing Giants hats in honor of Robin Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Controversial Dodgers prospect Dalton Rushing finally got what he deserved
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing is among the most-hated players in MLB this season. After a call went against him this week, Rushing got a taste of his own medicine.
Angels Announce Mike Trout Decision on Wednesday
Trout has had a resurgent 2026 season thus far.
Yankees designate outfielder for assignment before Rangers game
The New York Yankees announced two roster moves ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Texas Rangers. Right-handed pitcher Elmer Rodriguez was recalled from Triple-A while outfielder Randall Grichuk was designated for assignment. Grichuk signed a minor league contract with the Yankees this past offseason. He battled for a spot during spring training and ultimately made […] The post Yankees designate outfielder for assignment before Rangers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
These 5 Phillies could join Rob Thomson on the unemployment line by season's end
The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson after a 9-19 start, but more changes could follow if their season does not turn around.
Yankees' Cam Schlitter pays tribute to 'elite' Jacob deGrom amid Rangers series – sportingnews.com
Yankees' Cam Schlitter pays tribute to 'elite' Jacob deGrom amid Rangers series sportingnews.com
Electric ABS Challenge Triggers Cincinnati Reds Pizza Giveaway Sending Crowd Into Frenzy
The Cincinnati Reds took care of business in a midweek showdown with the Colorado Rockies, winning the game 7-2. In doing so, they sent fans home happy and one meal richer. The team hit a marketing promo by recording 12 strikeouts. One of the final Ks came in the top of the ninth after an […] The post Electric ABS Challenge Triggers Cincinnati Reds Pizza Giveaway Sending Crowd Into Frenzy appeared first on BroBible.
Tigers vs. Braves Game 2: TV Channel, Streaming & Starting Pitchers – April 29
The Detroit Tigers take on the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of their series at Truist Park on Wednesday afternoon.
Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski teases aggressive trade activity after firing Rob Thomson for awful start
The Philadelphia Phillies are off to an awful start to the 2026 campaign. After a 9-19 start to the season, the Phillies fired Rob Thomson. The Phillies got a win in the first game of the Don Mattingly era, but are still in fourth in the NL East. With the bad start to the season, […] The post Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski teases aggressive trade activity after firing Rob Thomson for awful start appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Braves CEO: ‘BravesVision’ tracking to pass old FanDuel Sports revenue
The Braves launched BravesVision, their own TV Network for local game production and distribution, ahead of the 2026 season, following the collapse of FanDuel Sports Networks. And according to Braves president and CEO Derek Schiller, the new TV Network, which was officially formed in February, is already showing impressive yields. “The economics right now support…
Sports Quote of the Day: Tim Lincecum's Inspirational Message
Former San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum had one of the greatest peaks of a career in recent memory. From 2008-2011, Lincecum was arguably the best pitcher in the sport of baseball. The right-handed hurler, who was listed at just 5-foot-11 and 170 pounds, silenced those who said he ...
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Shares Admission on Dave Roberts' DH Decision
The Los Angeles Dodgers have decided that Shohei Ohtani will not hit on some days when he pitches this season. There will still be times when he does both on the same day, but there will be outings where Ohtani is only a pitcher and not the designated hitter. "His goal is to make every start, and ...