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The Boston Red Sox aimed to build off of their surprisingly good 2025 season in which they won 89 games and made it to the postseason. However, 2026 has not gone according to plan for the Red Sox. They are currently sitting in dead last in the AL East standings with a 22-31 record, with […] The post Red Sox’s Fenway Park woes reaching 1932 levels of pathetic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
A tough season just keeps getting worse for the Detroit Tigers. Detroit lost a game to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, and USA Today columnist Bob Nightengale has had enough. Nightengale is essentially calling for the team to trade starting pitcher Tarik Skubal. “Yet another gut-punch for the Detroit Tigers who blow 9th-inning lead to […] The post Bob Nightengale itching for Tarik Skubal to go on trade block after latest disaster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Chicago Cubs have been struggling in recent action. While the Cubs’ performance has been underwhelming to say the least over the past week, the ball club still expects to compete in 2026. They will likely look to buy at the trade deadline in an effort to bolster their roster. The entire MLB world knows […] The post Cubs rumors: Bob Nightengale names 3 non-Tarik Skubal ‘bucket list’ trade targets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Frustration is growing around Bryce Eldridge’s limited role, with critics calling out the Giants over his lack of playing time.
With the Houston Astros going through a rough start to the season, there have been rumblings around the job security of manager Joe Espada, especially after some firings around the majors this season. As there have been rumors around the Astros and Espada, this MLB insider has given insight into the matter. According to Bob […] The post Astros rumors: Bob Nightengale warns Joe Espada of impending doom appeared first on ClutchPoints.
AN MLB insider names three New York Mets players that are most likely to move away from the club at the trade deadline.
Houston Astros’ Yordan Alvarez is quickly becoming one of the most valuable players in the sport. A hot surge in 2026 with a poor Astros team is starting to form a lot of trade rumors for the left-handed slugger. Could the Astros actually trade him? Bob Nightengale gives his opinion on what a trade package […] The post MLB rumors: Would Astros consider Juan Soto-like trade package for Yordan Alvarez? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Philadelphia Phillies opened a new chapter Tuesday and delivered an immediate response. In Don Mattingly’s debut as the club’s interim manager, the club produced a decisive performance that reflected a shift in energy and execution following a major leadership change. Earlier in the day, the Phillies promoted Mattingly after parting ways with Rob Thomson. […] The post Phillies’ Don Mattingly era off to 1-0 start with win over Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Boston Red Sox made waves Saturday night in Major League Baseball, when the team announced manager Alex Cora was getting the boot. Boston also essentially cleaned house by firing a slew of coaches and other personnel. One MLB insider thinks Cora will not be unemployed for long. USA Today columnist Bob Nightengale believes Cora […] The post MLB rumors: Bob Nightengale thinks Phillies could fire Rob Thomson, hire Alex Cora appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Alex Cora’s firing from the Boston Red Sox is a massive surprise, especially after the team bounced back with a 17-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday afternoon. Cora spoke glowingly about his team after the game, which makes the timing of the decision even more surprising. While the manager’s time with the Red […] The post MLB rumors: Insider says Alex Cora could be managing again in ‘a week’ after Red Sox firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Trade buzz around the Padres’ All-Star slugger has been addressed, with an MLB insider firmly dismissing the rumors.
The Chicago White Sox seem to have found a gold mine in hard-hitting slugger Munetaka Murakami. Murakami is in his rookie Major League Baseball season, and already making his mark. It appears that Chicago is already preparing to enter contract extension talks with the infielder. One MLB insider feels Murakami may enter those talks with […] The post White Sox rumors: How Munetaka Murakami’s hot start impacts contract negotiations appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Mets have lost their 12th consecutive game, falling 5-3 to the Minnesota Twins. Nolan McLean put together a great start, and Francisco Lindor hit a three-run homer, but the bullpen collapsed at the end. Devin Williams took the mound in the ninth with the score tied, but allowed two runs without recording […] The post Mets 12-game losing streak hits mark not seen since 2002 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The pending $3.9 billion sale of the San Diego Padres is already reshaping conversations around MLB’s next collective bargaining agreement, with some within the sport questioning how the record-setting price impacts the league’s push for a salary cap. One anonymous executive acknowledged the challenge the sale presents in future negotiations, saying, “I’m just glad that […] The post Anonymous owner claims $3.9 billion Padres sale will hurt MLB’s argument for salary cap appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Details about the prize money that Venezuela and the other participating teams received at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
