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Watch Pirates’ Oneil Cruz feed Punxsutawney Phil a banana

Two of the more prominent figures in Pennsylvania today converged in PNC Park. Punxsutawney Phil, the most important and recognizable groundhog on the planet, was in town to participate in the ceremonial first pitch ahead of Thursday’s game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals. While taking a break from his duties, the famous […] The post Watch Pirates’ Oneil Cruz feed Punxsutawney Phil a banana appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Blake Snell spotted in St. Louis for bullpen session

Although Yoshinobu Yamamoto rightly earned World Series MVP honors for his magnificent showing versus the Toronto Blue Jays, Blake Snell was also a valuable workhorse during the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 2025 championship chase. He posted a 3.18 ERA in 34 innings — only 27 innings less than what he logged in the regular season — […] The post Dodgers’ Blake Snell spotted in St. Louis for bullpen session appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Dave Roberts has a ‘good feeling’ Dodgers’ offense will rebound vs. Cardinals

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ offense has been on the decline over the past two games, as the club has failed to score more than two runs in each of its past two games. With L.A. set to take on the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday, manager Dave Roberts is feeling optimistic that things might turn […] The post Why Dave Roberts has a ‘good feeling’ Dodgers’ offense will rebound vs. Cardinals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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A look at the biggest Major League Baseball surprises in 2026 – playoff contenders struggle early in the season

The MLB season is chugging along, and we’re starting to get an idea of the landscape of the league in 2026. Just about a fifth of the season is complete,…

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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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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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Pirates manager Don Kelly cusses out umpire Laz Diaz during game

Don Kelly got to live out every MLB manager’s dream this week — cursing out Laz Diaz. The Pittsburgh Pirates played Wednesday against the division rival St. Louis Cardinals. In the seventh inning at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa., Pirates outfielder Ryan O’Hearn was called out on strikes off a checked swing. Diaz was the … The post Pirates manager Don Kelly cusses out umpire Laz Diaz during game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: Two-Start Pitchers for May 3-10

The two-start pitchers in this group are going to be in your starting lineups. They are either matchup proof or have a pair of favorable outings. No commentary or data provided is going to change that. Tarik Skubal (DET) vs. BOS; @ KCRCristopher Sanchez (PHI) @ MIA; vs. COLLogan Gilbert (SEA) vs. ...

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Fantasy Baseball 2026: Why Rising Strikeout Rates Can Be a Hidden Buy Signal

I’m about to contradict myself. I constantly warn you to be leery of hitters whose K rates are climbing, with warnings that they aren’t being selective enough to sustain other possible successes. I continue to believe that — in general. However, let me talk to you now about when rising strikeout ...

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Los Angeles Dodgers Make Teoscar Hernández Decision Before Marlins Game

On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Dodgers will conclude their series with the Miami Marlins in California.They are coming off a 2-1 loss on Tuesday.Teoscar Hernández finished with no hits in four at-bats.Dodgers Make Teoscar Hernández DecisionFor Wednesday’s game, the Dodgers have announced their starting lineup.Underdog MLB wrote: “Dodgers 4/29 S. Ohtani DH F. Freeman 1B […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Make Teoscar Hernández Decision Before Marlins Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Bowman Baseball 2023-2026: Prospects Driving Demand One Month Into 2026 Season

April 2026 has already produced clear winners among 2026 MLB prospects whose Bowman cards drive renewed demand across multiple years of releases. Demand for Bowman prospects in 2026 shows strong momentum one month into the season, with early performances boosting values in 2023-2026 sets. Advanced ...

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Dodgers Slammed With Concerning Roki Sasaki Warning

When the Los Angeles Dodgers made the move to sign Japanese star pitcher Roki Saski, many felt that they were getting another superstar in the making.Unfortunately, through his first season and change with the Dodgers, Sasaki has looked anything but like a superstar.So far this season, Sasaki has made five starts. He has compiled a […] The post Dodgers Slammed With Concerning Roki Sasaki Warning appeared first on HEAVY.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Decision Before Marlins Game

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers will continue their series with the Miami Marlins (at home).The Dodgers are coming off a 5-4 win on Monday.Shohei Ohtani finished with three hits, one RBI and one strikeout in five at-bats.Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani DecisionOn Tuesday, Ohtani will take the mound as the team’s pitcher.However, […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Shohei Ohtani Decision Before Marlins Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 10: Red Sox fire Alex Cora, Mets slide continues

The MLB Power Rankings are back after a tumultuous week in the majors, highlighted by the Boston Red Sox firing Alex Cora. At 11-17, Boston is in last place in the American League East with a murky future ahead. That took some of the heat off the New York Mets, who broke their losing streak […] The post ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 10: Red Sox fire Alex Cora, Mets slide continues appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays Urged to Swing Trade for 1.26 ERA Cardinals Star Closer

The start of the 2026 MLB season has not been the best for the Toronto Blue Jays. At the time of this writing, the Blue Jays are fourth in the American League East with a 12-15 record. They have won five out of their last seven games, though, so they are slowly starting to trend […] The post Blue Jays Urged to Swing Trade for 1.26 ERA Cardinals Star Closer appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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2026 Fantasy Baseball: Closer Confidential for Week 5

The more things change, the more they stay the same. There are so many volatile ninth inning situations around MLB. Our top “Secure” group now counts only 5 closers, with the other 25 bullpens either Shaky or Seesaw. I never wish injury on anyone, but I have to admit, it’s nice to watch the Dodgers ...

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Why Dodgers’ Dave Roberts has been increasingly impressed by Roki Sasaki

As the Los Angeles Dodgers had been in a slump as of late, the hope is that the 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday could help reenergize the team, especially when it comes to pitcher Roki Sasaki. With Sasaki in an early-season slump of his own for the Dodgers, he has improved, with […] The post Why Dodgers’ Dave Roberts has been increasingly impressed by Roki Sasaki appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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St. Louis Cardinals announcers wear cones of shame for dog day

The St. Louis Cardinals held the 21st annual Purina Pooches in the Ballpark during Saturday’s game against the Seattle Mariners at Busch Stadium. And St. Louis announcers Chip Caray and Brad Thompson went above and beyond to celebrate the festivities. Caray and Thompson wore dog cones (Elizabethan collars) in the booth to begin Saturday’s broadcast…

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