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MLB rumors: Cubs ‘badly want’ Tarik Skubal, but there’s a $400 million elephant in room

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The MLB free agency window will officially open on Monday at 5 p.m. EST. Tarik Skubal is the bell of the ball this offseason, as the superstar ace is getting a ton of attention in the rumor mill. One team potentially in the mix is the Chicago Cubs, but there is speculation that a $400 […] The post MLB rumors: Cubs ‘badly want’ Tarik Skubal, but there’s a $400 million elephant in room appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres decline Nick Pivetta’s $14 million option

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The San Diego Padres declined their $14 million club option on right-handed starting pitcher Nick Pivetta for 2027, making the 33-year-old a free agent. Pivetta returned to form after an extended absence due to an elbow injury, and the decision does not mean he will not return for next season, per a post on X […] The post Padres decline Nick Pivetta’s $14 million option appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Toronto Blue Jays Linked to Trade for Two-Time Cy Young Winner

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Following a disappointing 2026 campaign, the Blue Jays are hoping for a return to the postseason. That means making some moves this offseason, including on the trade market.Toronto hasn’t been shy about acquiring big names in the past. The franchise signed Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract last winter.This offseason, the Blue Jays […] The post Toronto Blue Jays Linked to Trade for Two-Time Cy Young Winner appeared first on HEAVY.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski admits he’s running on almost no sleep during World Series parade

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The Milwaukee Brewers haven’t had much time for sleep since winning the World Series on Wednesday. They celebrated in the locker room in Tampa Bay after defeating the Rays before traveling back to Milwaukee and attending Thursday night’s Green Bay Packers game. On Friday, the team had its World Series parade in Milwaukee, and expected […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski admits he’s running on almost no sleep during World Series parade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Marlins Announce Major Decision on Sandy Alcantara

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With the MLB offseason officially underway, the Miami Marlins have announced a major decision on starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara.The Marlins held a $21 million club option for 2027 on Alcantara, the team’s ace and former National League Cy Young winner.On Friday, the team made a decision on the contract option.Marlins Pick Up Contract Option for […] The post Marlins Announce Major Decision on Sandy Alcantara appeared first on HEAVY.

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Ex-Blue Jays Cy Young Winner Now a Free Agent After $140 Million in Career Earnings

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The Toronto Blue Jays lost Robbie Ray to free agency after he won the 2021 American League Cy Young Award.Toronto acquired the left-hander from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Aug. 31, 2020.Ray made five appearances for Toronto that season, including four starts. He went 1-1 with a 4.79 ERA in 20 2/3 innings.He then re-signed with […] The post Ex-Blue Jays Cy Young Winner Now a Free Agent After $140 Million in Career Earnings appeared first on HEAVY.

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Longtime Toronto Blue Jays Players Shares Thoughts on Tarik Skubal Rumors

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As the World Series wraps up sometime this week, the biggest storyline in Major League Baseball is quickly going to shift towards the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes. While there are several suitors thought to be interested in Skubal, the 2X Cy Young’s free-agent asking price is going to be extremely high. As always, there are some […] The post Longtime Toronto Blue Jays Players Shares Thoughts on Tarik Skubal Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.

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Former Cy Young Winner Makes Sense for Cardinals on ‘Prove-It’ Deal

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The St. Louis Cardinals will soon begin the offseason and continue their rebuild under president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom. There have been some positive early signs for this team. They remained in contention until the final week of the season and had wild card hopes deep into the month of September. This offseason, they […] The post Former Cy Young Winner Makes Sense for Cardinals on ‘Prove-It’ Deal appeared first on HEAVY.

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Recent New York Yankees-Tarik Skubal Rumor Spells Bad News for Dodgers

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In a recent rumor piece for FanSided.com, MLB writer John Perotto suggests that the New York Yankees should sign Tarik Skubal to help their chances of advancing to the World Series. He wrote: “The Yankees haven’t generated much buzz about being a potential suitor for the two-time Cy Young Award winner, especially after leading MLB […] The post Recent New York Yankees-Tarik Skubal Rumor Spells Bad News for Dodgers appeared first on HEAVY.

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Son Of Toronto Blue Jays Legend Hit 27 Home Runs For Current MLB Team

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Roger Clemens played 24 seasons at the MLB level. The legendary pitcher spent two of those seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays. In that span, Clemens won back-to-back American League Cy Young Awards. Son Of Toronto Blue Jays Legend Hit 27 Home Runs It’s worth noting that Clemens’ son (Kody) is currently playing for the […] The post Son Of Toronto Blue Jays Legend Hit 27 Home Runs For Current MLB Team appeared first on HEAVY.

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San Diego Padres Predicted To Win Rivalry Sweepstakes for 2x Cy Young Ace

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The San Diego Padres could soon emerge as front-runners to acquire one of the top starters in Major League Baseball, according to a recent projection. As expected, he has several potential suitors, making his looming acquisition quite competitive. But if this bold prediction becomes reality, the Padres could be in for a deep run in […] The post San Diego Padres Predicted To Win Rivalry Sweepstakes for 2x Cy Young Ace appeared first on HEAVY.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski drops brutally honest admission on his Game 1 start

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The Milwaukee Brewers possessed a top-notch bullpen in the regular season and in the last two rounds of the playoffs, but the idea of this team winning a championship without Jacob Misiorowski posting his best stuff seemed near-incomprehensible. The presumptive National League Cy Young was unable to reach the sixth inning for a third straight […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski drops brutally honest admission on his Game 1 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Toronto Blue Jays’ Shane Bieber Suddenly Named Target for NL Club

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The Toronto Blue Jays have several pending free agents heading into the offseason.One of the Blue Jays’ most notable pending free agents is pitcher Shane Bieber. With Bieber being a former Cy Young Award winner, there is a good chance that he will generate a lot of interest if the Blue Jays don’t re-sign him.Teams […] The post Toronto Blue Jays’ Shane Bieber Suddenly Named Target for NL Club appeared first on HEAVY.

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Rays’ Junior Caminero proves he’s World Series ready by breaking scoreboard in BP

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Junior Caminero left an imprint on the Tampa Bay Rays’ third-ever American League pennant victory, but he is not yet playing at the MVP-level that fans were accustomed to seeing during the regular season. Perhaps that will change in the World Series. The right-handed hitting third baseman is dialed in ahead of Friday night’s Game […] The post Rays’ Junior Caminero proves he’s World Series ready by breaking scoreboard in BP appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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1 National League team has been named a ‘dark horse’ for Tarik Skubal

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There is almost no question that star pitcher Tarik Skubal will get a massive payday this summer. The only question is which team gives Skubal the money. The Los Angeles Dodgers certainly are a favorite, especially after acquiring him at the recent trade deadline. MLB.com insider Mark Feinsand named some teams that could be in … The post 1 National League team has been named a ‘dark horse’ for Tarik Skubal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rays SP Freddy Peralta on How Things Changed for the Better Since Mets Trade

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The 2026 season was a roller coaster for Freddy Peralta. After being traded to the New York Mets during the offseason, he hoped to take over as their ace and lead them to the playoffs, but things went sideways almost right away, and he’d again be traded midseason, this time to the Tampa Bay Rays.Something […] The post Rays SP Freddy Peralta on How Things Changed for the Better Since Mets Trade appeared first on HEAVY.

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Max Scherzer was enraged after teammate Jesus Sanchez missed an easy fly ball

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Jesus Sanchez brought the Max Scherzer out of Max Scherzer on Wednesday night. The Toronto Blue Jays righty Scherzer drew the start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. In the fourth inning at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla., the Rays had a 2-1 lead and were threatening for more with the bases loaded … The post Max Scherzer was enraged after teammate Jesus Sanchez missed an easy fly ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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New York Yankees SP Cam Schlittler Continues to Make Franchise History

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It’s been a remarkable first couple of months to the season for New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler. That continued on Tuesday, when he held the Kansas City Royals to just one earned run in 6.0 innings pitched.That’s left him with a 1.50 ERA through his first 12 starts of the season. MLB researcher […] The post New York Yankees SP Cam Schlittler Continues to Make Franchise History appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cam Schlittler makes Yankees history not seen since 1914

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New York Yankees starter Cam Schlittler has been on a tear to begin his 2026 season. That scorching start continued into the right-hander’s Tuesday start against the Kansas City Royals. In a 15-1 rout, Schlittler pitched six innings of one run baseball, allowing four hits and no walks while striking out six. He now holds […] The post Cam Schlittler makes Yankees history not seen since 1914 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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