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Daniel Palencia becomes latest Cubs pitcher to hit injured list

The Chicago Cubs’ pitching group seemingly cannot stay healthy. On Friday, the franchise placed Daniel Palencia on the 15-day IL. He is the ninth pitcher on the Cubs’ roster to be placed on the Injured List. Reports indicate that the 26-year-old closer is dealing with an oblique strain, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today […] The post Daniel Palencia becomes latest Cubs pitcher to hit injured list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Angels star Garret Anderson dies at 53

Garret Anderson, one of the greatest players in California/Anaheim/Los Angeles Angels history, has passed away at just the age of 53, the team announced on Friday. During his 17-year tenure with the franchise, the LA native helped the Halos enjoy what is still their most successful stretch in their 65-year existence. He was the consistent […] The post Former Angels star Garret Anderson dies at 53 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves’ Spencer Strider reveals his ‘goal’ in injury rehab starts

Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider is working his way back from an oblique strain. On Thursday, he took a giant step towards that return by making his first rehab assignment start. Pitching for High-A Rome, Strider threw 3.1 innings of scoreless baseball, allowing one hit and two walks while striking out three. Beyond his stat […] The post Braves’ Spencer Strider reveals his ‘goal’ in injury rehab starts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Gaudin: BravesVision is a ‘throwback to the old TBS days’

The Atlanta Braves launched their own TV network, BravesVision ahead of the 2026 MLB season, and TV play-by-play voice Brandon Gaudin says it feels like the TBS days again. With FanDuel Sports Networks shutting down across the country, the Braves needed to find a way of getting games to their fanbase, and they opted to…

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David Stearns sends painfully obvious message to Mets

The New York Mets are set to enter their game on Friday afternoon against the Chicago Cubs with a 7-12 record. Between injuries and underperformance, it has been a challenging start to the new campaign for New York to say the least. The Mets have lost eight consecutive games. Ahead of Friday’s contest, Mets president […] The post David Stearns sends painfully obvious message to Mets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Carlos Mendoza shares latest Jorge Polanco injury update before Cubs game

The New York Mets will play the Chicago Cubs on Friday. Before the game, manager Carlos Mendoza shared the latest injury update on infielder Jorge Polanco, via Mike Puma. “Jorge Polanco is now dealing with right wrist soreness. MRI results are not in yet. Ankle is better today says Carlos Mendoza,” Puma reported on X, […] The post Mets’ Carlos Mendoza shares latest Jorge Polanco injury update before Cubs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at age 53

Legendary former Los Angeles Angels star Garret Anderson has died at the age of 53, the Angels announced on Friday. The death of Anderson was unexpected and came following a medical emergency at his home in Newport Beach, Calif., on Thursday, according to TMZ. The Angels shared the news of Anderson’s death with a prepared … The post Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at age 53 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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San Diego Padres to be sold for record-breaking price

The San Diego Padres are finally set to be sold, and they will fetch a record-setting price for an MLB franchise. The Padres are being purchased by a group led by private equity billionaire Jose E. Feliciano and his wife Kwanza Jones, according to Jared Diamond and Miriam Gottfried of the Wall Street Journal. The … The post San Diego Padres to be sold for record-breaking price appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Los Angeles Angels Legend Garret Anderson Passes Away at Age 53

Los Angeles Angels legend Garret Anderson passed away on Thursday after suffering a fatal heart attack. He was 53.TMZ reported that Anderson suffered a medical emergency in Newport Beach, California, and passed away, leaving a void in the hearts and minds of both Angels fans and baseball fans worldwide, as he was one of the […] The post Los Angeles Angels Legend Garret Anderson Passes Away at Age 53 appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Rays manager drops ‘not surprised’ truth bomb on Brandon Lowe’s electric start

The Tampa Bay Rays will be going up against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’ll see a familiar face on the other side. Brandon Lowe, who had been with the Rays for eight seasons, is now with the Pirates, and he’s lighting it up for them to start the season. One person who isn’t startled by […] The post Rays manager drops ‘not surprised’ truth bomb on Brandon Lowe’s electric start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kazuma Okamoto Reflects on Early-Season Struggles With Blue Jays

New Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto has reflected on his early-season struggles with his new ballclub.The Blue Jays signed Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million contract during the offseason to become the squad’s new third baseman this year. With the team losing former star slugger Bo Bichette to the New York Mets in […] The post Kazuma Okamoto Reflects on Early-Season Struggles With Blue Jays appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Guardians’ Stephen Vogt reacts to Parker Messick falling just short of no-hitter

Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Parker Messick threw a tremendous game on Thursday against the Baltimore Orioles. He had a no-hitter heading into the ninth inning before giving up a single to the first batter of the inning. Nevertheless, Messick competed eight-plus innings while striking out nine hitters. The Guardians won the game 4-2. After the […] The post Guardians’ Stephen Vogt reacts to Parker Messick falling just short of no-hitter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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