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On Friday, the Houston Astros played the Los Angeles Angels (at home) in Texas.The Astros lost by a score of 6-2.Astros Announce Roster Move Before Angels GameBefore the game, the Astros announced that they had made a roster move.Brian McTaggart of MLB.com wrote: “César Salazar has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Sugar Land. […] The post Houston Astros Announce Roster Move Before Angels Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Few would have predicted the New York Yankees to win an ABS challenge before hitting a home run in 2026. But they did, if only by a few seconds, and sure enough Aaron Judge was responsible for both. The Yankees captain overturned a strike to a ball by 0.1 inch then blasted his first home […] The post Aaron Judge Hits First Home Run After Making History vs Giants appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Dodgers had an idea about the grandiose nature of their 2025 World Series rings. “It is substantial,” manager Dave Roberts joked Friday afternoon. “I heard the ring is pretty over the top,” added now-retired pitcher Clayton Kershaw a little while later. The Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani wears his jewelry during a World Series ring ceremony...
He has been effective in his first two outings of this season — particularly in Friday’s 3-0 win over the Giants.
The automated ball-strike system figured to be especially valuable for him.
The Philadelphia Phillies have betrayed legendary announcer Harry Kalas' memory by removing a sign bearing the late broadcaster's nickname, according to his widow.
The Yankees pitching staff makes history with back-to-back shutouts to start 2026 while Aaron Judge uses the new automated strike challenge system to set up a game winning homer.
The San Francisco Giants opened their season on Wednesday night against the New York Yankees on Netflix. They hosted the curtain-raiser to the 2026 MLB season, filled with hope for the year ahead. Unfortunately, the first couple games have not been kind to first-year manager Tony Vitello and his team. The Giants were roughed up […] The post Giants make even more ugly history in brutal showing vs. Yankees appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Dodgers made a trade with a contender.
The Toronto Blue Jays kicked off MLB opening day with Kevin Gausman on the mound.
Clayton Kershaw retired from MLB after the 2025 season, ending his career with a World Series win with the Los Angeles Dodgers. After participating in the World Baseball Classic before the start of the 2026 campaign, it appears Kershaw is re-joining L.A. once again. This time in a new role. Reports indicate that the 38-year-old […] The post Clayton Kershaw lands new role with Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Expectations are high for Roman Anthony, as the Boston Red Sox’s former top prospect appears ready to become the clubhouse leader in 2026. With one game under his belt already this season, it sounds like a former star player of the franchise believes Anthony could be in for a monster year. While appearing on “Foul […] The post Ex-Red Sox star makes bold Roman Anthony 2026 prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tony Vitello and the Giants just made history, but it's not the type of history they'll be bragging about A to Z Sports
Star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong recently signed a six-year, $115 million contract extension with the Chicago Cubs. While there is some risk involved in the long-term contract, the Cubs feel confident that Crow-Armstrong can perform at a high level for years to come. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer commented on the extension during a […] The post Cubs’ Jed Hoyer gets brutally honest on Pete Crow-Armstrong $115 million contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Former Red Sox All-Star makes a bold prediction about Roman Anthony for the 2026 season.
The Atlanta Braves are taking on the Kansas City Royals in their first game of the 2026 campaign on Friday. However, before the game began, Spencer Schwellenbach, along with some other pitchers on the roster, received important injury updates. During a guest appearance on “680 The Fan,” Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos revealed that Schwellenbach […] The post Spencer Schwellenbach, other Braves’ injured pitchers receive important updates appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s success is usually associated with the Los Angeles Lakers when he was a player, having a legendary career, the amount of prestige he has outside of playing has been extraordinary. Johnson’s attention has been in a multitude of business ventures, as being part-owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers has given him […] The post Magic Johnson hyped to get literal 18th championship ring at Dodger Stadium appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Houston Astros were defeated by the Los Angeles Angels on Opening Day, as Mike Trout led the way with a home run. Houston is looking to bounce back on Friday night in a rematch with LA. Before the game, Chandler Rome of The Athletic provided updates on a number of injured Astros players, including […] The post Josh Hader update included in latest Astros injury news appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Miami Marlins announced an update on Christopher Morel after he was removed from lineup.
The Chicago Cubs officially gave second baseman Nico Hoerner a new six-year, $141 million contract extension. It’s a deal that keeps Hoerner with the organization for the next several years. However, does his new contract contain any deferrals? Reports indicate that the answer to that question is, yes, per Jon Heyman of the New York […] The post Does Nico Hoerner’s $141 million contract have deferrals? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As the Toronto Blue Jays were led in Opening Day by Kevin Gausman, another pitcher on its staff that fans have been wondering about is Shane Bieber, as he continues to deal with an elbow issue. While the Blue Jays pitcher in Bieber didn’t have a timeline to return before Opening Day, he will take […] The post Blue Jays’ Shane Bieber set to take big step forward amid injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After a Baltimore Orioles Opening Day led by pitcher Trevor Rogers, the team would go out of its way to secure another young star to a long-term deal. As the Orioles are signing Shane Baz to a contract extension worth $68 million, lasting five years, the general manager would come out and release a statement. […] The post Orioles GM releases statement after Shane Baz contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
