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Chris Antonetti drops brutally honest admission on Guardians pitcher upsetting expectations

Ahead of the Cleveland Guardians starting a series against the Athletics on Friday night, the team’s president of baseball operations, Chris Antonetti, took time to talk about pitcher Parker Messick. As Messick has been catching the attention of Guardians’ fans, Antonetti has some comments about the 25-year-old that should excite any follower. Antonetti would appear […] The post Chris Antonetti drops brutally honest admission on Guardians pitcher upsetting expectations appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Albert Pujols Vouches For Trevor Bauer, Shares Path For Cy Young Award Winner To Make MLB Return

All one has to do to know that there is a need for Trevor Bauer in Major League Baseball is look at the disabled list. Since Bauer last pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2021, injuries have sidelined dozens upon dozens of pitchers, opening up spots on Major League rosters – spots that the […] The post Albert Pujols Vouches For Trevor Bauer, Shares Path For Cy Young Award Winner To Make MLB Return appeared first on BroBible.

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Athletics’ Nick Kurtz makes completely honest Barry Bonds admission amid walk streak

The Athletics contain one of the game’s best young power hitters by the name of Nick Kurtz. Kurtz broke onto the scene last year when he smashed 36 home runs and 86 RBIs on his way to winning AL Rookie of the Year. He produced an insane 1.002 OPS and 5.4 WAR in 117 games […] The post Athletics’ Nick Kurtz makes completely honest Barry Bonds admission amid walk streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Paul DeJong makes final contract decision

Veteran infielder Paul DeJong recently let the New York Yankees know that he would opt out of his contract if he did not receive a promotion to the MLB level by the end of March. On Friday, DeJong officially opted out of his deal, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman. DeJong signed a minor league […] The post Yankees’ Paul DeJong makes final contract decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox rumors: How involved was Theo Epstein in the Alex Cora firing?

As the Boston Red Sox are amidst a brutal start to the 2026 season, the team made a major change by firing manager Alex Cora and other coaches, amidst the disappointing effort. While rumors will surround the Red Sox regarding that situation, another component to the decision could have included Theo Epstein. The consensus being […] The post Red Sox rumors: How involved was Theo Epstein in the Alex Cora firing? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets rumors: 3 pitchers not on trade block as David Stearns searches for offense

It is truly mind-boggling watching the New York Mets struggle in every single game played. They have scored the second fewest runs in the National League, and with a 10-21 record, they are already 11.5 games back of the Atlanta Braves in the NL East. Something must change. Whether it is a trade or they […] The post Mets rumors: 3 pitchers not on trade block as David Stearns searches for offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals make multiple roster moves ahead of Dodgers series

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to host the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in the first contest of a three-game series. The Cardinals have upset expectations so far this year and will present a challenge for the Dodgers. Before the series, St. Louis announced multiple roster moves. Left-handed pitcher Jared Shuster was selected […] The post Cardinals make multiple roster moves ahead of Dodgers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres get pitcher back from injured list ahead of White Sox game

The San Diego Padres have had a great start to their season, starting 19-11, and it may get even better this weekend. A key pitcher will return from the injured list, as they prepare for a three-game set with the Chicago White Sox, according to the Padres’ X account. “We have reinstated RHP Jeremiah Estrada […] The post Padres get pitcher back from injured list ahead of White Sox game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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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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