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Pirates’ Konnor Griffin makes World Series desire clear after $150 million contract extension

The Pittsburgh Pirates have secured the future of their franchise, as they signed Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract extension worth $140 million with the potential to reach $150 million. There are a lot of reasons to be excited about Griffin, and he’s excited to go to work for the team for the next nine […] The post Pirates’ Konnor Griffin makes World Series desire clear after $150 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants’ Daniel Susac Drops Notable Quote After Breakout Start

The San Francisco Giants bounced back on Tuesday night, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 at Oracle Park behind a dominant pitching performance from Robbie Ray. The bullpen held. The offense delivered.And Daniel Susac did it again.The Giants‘ rookie catcher recorded three hits and two RBI in Tuesday’s win, his second consecutive three-hit game to open […] The post Giants’ Daniel Susac Drops Notable Quote After Breakout Start appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Paul Skenes drops face of the team claim on Konnor Griffin after contract extension

19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, made MLB history after signing a nine-year, $140 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Upon signing that deal, Paul Skenes boldly claimed that Griffin is, and will be, the face of the franchise for a long duration of time. While talking with media members on Wednesday, Skenes had nothing but […] The post Paul Skenes drops face of the team claim on Konnor Griffin after contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Devastated LA Dodgers star Miguel Rojas announces death of his father with emotional social media message

LA DODGERS star Miguel Rojas has shared an emotional message on social media following the death of his father. Rojas, 37, was scratched shortly before the Dodgers’ win over the…

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Suzyn Waldman has hilariously blunt assessment of Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s ABS challenge skills

It’s not the ABS challenge system Suzyn Waldman has a problem with; it’s the way New York Yankees third infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. uses it. We’re barely two weeks into the first MLB regular season using the ABS challenge system. And while it’s been a bit of a learning curve for players and umpires, Suzyn…

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Atlanta Braves’ Walt Weiss Explains Epic Jorge Soler Tackle

The Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels threw hands on Tuesday night at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. Atlanta walked away with a 7-2 win, but there was a dustup in the bottom of the fifth innings when Braves’ starter Reynaldo Lopez threw high and inside to former Brave Jorge Soler.Soler charged the mound and […] The post Atlanta Braves’ Walt Weiss Explains Epic Jorge Soler Tackle appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Red Sox’s Johan Oviedo receives crucial injury update

The Boston Red Sox have not had a great start to the season, and injuries may be affecting that. Pitcher Johan Oviedo was placed on the injured list this past week as he deals with an elbow strain. It was uncertain how long he would be out, but it looks like he’ll miss extended time, […] The post Red Sox’s Johan Oviedo receives crucial injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer to make next start, but Alejandro Kirk injury update is not so rosy

It’s been a rough start to the 2026 season for the Toronto Blue Jays, as the club is 4-7 while dealing with several injuries on the roster. In the latest update regarding the health of the roster, it’s revealed that Max Scherzer is doing just fine, while Alejandro Kirk will miss some time. Although Scherzer […] The post Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer to make next start, but Alejandro Kirk injury update is not so rosy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Miguel Rojas returns to Dodgers lineup after his father’s passing

The Los Angeles Dodgers have gotten off to a hot start to the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 9-2 after a recent road win over the Toronto Blue Jays in a rematch of last year’s World Series. Recently, the Dodgers got a tough status update when it was announced that Miguel Rojas was scratched […] The post Miguel Rojas returns to Dodgers lineup after his father’s passing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Braves-Angels brawl

On Tuesday evening, the Atlanta Braves’ win over the Los Angeles Angels was largely overshadowed by a brawl that took place earlier in the game between Jorge Soler and Reynaldo Lopez. The incident occurred after Lopez threw a high pitch that nearly hit Soler, innings after having clipped him on the arm earlier in the […] The post Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Braves-Angels brawl appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Boston Red Sox Get Tough Injury News Before Series Final Against Brewers

Going into spring training, all eyes were on the Boston Red Sox to see who would emerge as the No. 5 starter for manager Alex Cora. Two prospects were going to be in the mix, Connelly Early and Payton Tolle, along with Johan Oviedo.Oviedo was acquired from the Pittsburgh Pirates over the winter in a […] The post Boston Red Sox Get Tough Injury News Before Series Final Against Brewers appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Cubs GM Reveals Plan to Address Team’s Injury Woes

The Chicago Cubs are enduring a nightmare start to the 2026 season. On the field, the club is currently sitting at the bottom of the National League Central division. While there is still obviously plenty of time to turn things around on the field, Chicago is facing deeper issues.Former All-Star starting pitcher Justin Steele entered […] The post Cubs GM Reveals Plan to Address Team’s Injury Woes appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Braves broadcast catches Ronald Acuña Jr. with his pants down

BravesVision appears to be doing a great job of giving fans a unique look at the Atlanta Braves this season, which Ronald Acuña Jr. can attest to. Perhaps the only reason more people didn’t catch Acuña with his pants down Tuesday night was because of the viral brawl that took place between the Braves and…

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