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Umpire had the most awkward hot mic moment during challenge

Home plate umpire Bill Miller had an embarrassing hot mic moment during Saturday’s spring training game that he probably wishes he could forget. Miller’s ball call was challenged by the San Francisco Giants in the top of the fourth inning of Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians. Miller said the 0-2 pitch missed the strike … The post Umpire had the most awkward hot mic moment during challenge appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans are not happy with Pirates’ decision on top prospect Konnor Griffin

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a decision on Saturday that left a lot of their fans deeply disappointed. The Pirates demoted top prospect Konnor Griffin to minor league camp on Saturday, the team announced. That means he will not make the Opening Day roster. Griffin, a shortstop and center fielder, is regarded as the No. 1 … The post Fans are not happy with Pirates’ decision on top prospect Konnor Griffin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mets demote their former ace pitcher to the bullpen

The New York Mets have selected the odd man out of their pitching staff for the 2026 season. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza revealed to reporters on Saturday that veteran left-hander Sean Manaea will begin the year in the bullpen, per Jorge Castillo of ESPN. Mendoza added that the team’s five starters will be David Peterson, … The post Mets demote their former ace pitcher to the bullpen appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Houston Astros Star Carlos Correa Reveals He Nearly Drowned In Lake With His Oldest Son

Three-time MLB All-Star Carlos Correa is preparing to start his 12th season in the big leagues, but he almost never got the chance after a harrowing incident last summer. Correa, the No. 1 pick in the 2012 MLB Draft, began his career with the Houston Astros and almost immediately became a star, winning the National […] The post Houston Astros Star Carlos Correa Reveals He Nearly Drowned In Lake With His Oldest Son appeared first on BroBible.

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MLB players are suddenly shrinking thanks to the ABS system

MLB’s introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System in 2026 has led to an unexpected side effect: A league-wide case of apparent shrinkage. To ensure strike zones are calibrated with pinpoint accuracy—down to the millimeter—MLB requires precise height measurements for every player. These are conducted barefoot, hatless, with knees exposed, heels together, and back … The post MLB players are suddenly shrinking thanks to the ABS system appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pirates’ Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with 102.4 MPH pitch

Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with a 102.4 MPH first pitch during the Spring Breakout game on Friday against the Detroit Tigers prospects at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. Hernandez, the sixth overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft and the Pirates’ No. 3 prospect, was making his first game appearance … The post Pirates’ Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with 102.4 MPH pitch appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Braves adding former 35-home run slugger

The Atlanta Braves are taking a flier on a beefy slugger in free agency. The Braves are reportedly signing left-handed hitter Rowdy Tellez to a contract. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the 270-pound first baseman is getting a minor-league deal. Slugger Rowdy Tellez, who was frustrated but hoping he’d open some eyes playing for … The post Braves adding former 35-home run slugger appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Aaron Judge makes decision on playing in next WBC, 2028 Olympics

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is just days removed from Team USA’s loss in the World Baseball Classic final. However, Judge is already thinking about the next event with Team USA. And, Judge plans to participate in both the next WBC and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Aaron Judge said he wants to … The post Aaron Judge makes decision on playing in next WBC, 2028 Olympics appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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MLB Players Across The League Are Rapidly Shrinking And There’s An Entirely Logical Explanation

Discrepancies in measurements of athletes aren’t all that uncommon in the sports world. In fact, it’s fairly normal for football and basketball players to fudge their height and weight at the high school and college levels. But in the latest example of this strange phenomenon, things seem to be working backward. According to the league’s […] The post MLB Players Across The League Are Rapidly Shrinking And There’s An Entirely Logical Explanation appeared first on BroBible.

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