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Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners

The Houston Astros face growing concern after Tatsuya Imai’s latest outing, as questions surrounding the right-hander now extend beyond performance to potential health issues. Following a difficult start vs. the Seattle Mariners on Friday, the team awaits further clarity on his health Imai struggled Friday night at T-Mobile Park, recording just one out while throwing […] The post Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies Starter's First-Inning Bugaboos Prove Not to Haunt Him

The Philadelphia Phillies have been struggling as of late, losing three straight entering Saturday afternoon, and the offense had been held scoreless for 20 innings until Friday night. Needing a win, the Phillies turned to right-hander Taijuan Walker to get them one, and his struggles in the first ...

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Is Padres’ Mason Miller a Cy Young Candidate?

Understanding that it’s still very early in the season doesn’t mean it’s too early to start talking about who has a real chance at some of the top MLB awards. After Thursday’s stellar outing against the Colorado Rockies, San Diego Padres‘ reliever/closer Mason Miller has some very impressive numbers to start the 2026 season. MLB.com […] The post Is Padres’ Mason Miller a Cy Young Candidate? appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Makes Honest Admission After Blue Jays Loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers fell to the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 on Wednesday night at Rogers Centre after the bullpen surrendered three unanswered runs in the seventh and eighth innings. It was the first road defeat of the season for a Dodgers team that had been perfect away from home through the opening two weeks.Shohei […] The post Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Makes Honest Admission After Blue Jays Loss appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Red Sox Pitcher’s Bold Challenge Sparks Electric Moment

Boston Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray had an epic quote for manager Alex Cora in between innings of Wednesday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. MassLive’s Chris Smith reported this on Wednesday afternoon.Gray had a great start against the Brewers, pitching 6.1 innings, and giving up three hits, no earned runs, walking two batters, and striking […] The post Red Sox Pitcher’s Bold Challenge Sparks Electric Moment appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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New York Mets Announce Notable Decision Before Diamondbacks Game

On Wednesday, the New York Mets will play the second game of their series with the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field.The Mets are coming off a 4-3 win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday.New York Mets Announce Notable DecisionBefore Wednesday’s game, Carlos Mendoza announced that the team had made a notable decision for their upcoming stretch […] The post New York Mets Announce Notable Decision Before Diamondbacks Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Reynaldo Lopez 2026 Fantasy: Hot Start or Mirage After Three Starts?

Reynaldo López is very much in the news. Through three starts he boasts a 1.15 ERA and seems to be a pitcher very much in demand on fantasy baseball rosters. But his role in a brawl vs. Jorge Soler has these same owners wondering about his short-term availability.His underlying metrics, though, say ...

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White Sox already demoting Opening Day starter to minors

Shane Smith started Opening Day for the Chicago White Sox this season. He was an All-Star in 2025 and Chicago rewarded him with the first start of the ’26 campaign. After pitching to a 10.80 ERA across his first three outings of the season, the White Sox are now optioning Smith, according to James Fegan. […] The post White Sox already demoting Opening Day starter to minors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Proposed emergency Tigers trade sees Detroit land $64.5 million 2.89 ERA starting pitcher to save Tarik Skubal's last season in Detroit – sportingnews.com

Proposed emergency Tigers trade sees Detroit land $64.5 million 2.89 ERA starting pitcher to save Tarik Skubal's last season in Detroit  sportingnews.com

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Blue Jays Trade Prediction Lands Cardinals’ Southpaw Reliever for Two Prospects

The Toronto Blue Jays might soon be thinking about heading to the external market to acquire another pitcher. With a beat-up starting rotation to start the season and a shaky bullpen, Toronto could use some stability. Is trading for Cardinals‘ tenured reliever JoJo Romero a good idea for the Jays? More MLB on Heavy: Blue […] The post Blue Jays Trade Prediction Lands Cardinals’ Southpaw Reliever for Two Prospects appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Yankees’ Max Fried makes confident declaration after 2nd-straight scoreless outing

The New York Yankees have enjoyed an idyllic start to the 2026 campaign, and their 5-0 win over the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday offered yet another reason for fans and pundits to wonder if the group is particularly locked in this year. All-Star starting pitcher Max Fried picked up his second win of the season […] The post Yankees’ Max Fried makes confident declaration after 2nd-straight scoreless outing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox’s $130 million signing absolutely bombs in debut vs. Astros

The Red Sox have high hopes for Ranger Suarez after signing him to a $130 million contract. However, his debut with the team didn’t go as planned. In an 8-1 loss to the Houston Astros, Suarez allowed seven hits and four runs in his 4.1 innings pitched. He struck out three and walked one. Ultimately, […] The post Red Sox’s $130 million signing absolutely bombs in debut vs. Astros appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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6-Year New York Mets Player Signs Deal With New MLB Team

On Monday, the Minnesota Twins are playing the first game of their series with the Kansas City Royals (in Missouri).The Twins went 1-2 in their first three games (against the Baltimore Orioles).Ex- New York Mets Player Signs Deal With TwinsEarlier this week, the Twins made a roster move by signing Drew Smith to a minor […] The post 6-Year New York Mets Player Signs Deal With New MLB Team appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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TRADE: San Francisco Giants Swing Deal for 1.38 ERA Reliever

The San Francisco Giants have had a rough start to the 2026 season, as they lost each of their first three games of the campaign to the New York Yankees. Now, in response to their slow start, they are making a trade.According to FanSided’s Robert Murray, the Giants are acquiring relief pitcher Dylan Smith from […] The post TRADE: San Francisco Giants Swing Deal for 1.38 ERA Reliever appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Former Chicago Cubs All-Star Is Still An MLB Free Agent

On Saturday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs will play their second game of the season when they host the Washington Nationals.They are coming off a 10-4 loss to the Nationals on Opening Day.Former Cubs All-Star Is Still A Free AgentAs of Saturday, Marcus Stroman (who was once an All-Star with the Cubs) is still a free […] The post Former Chicago Cubs All-Star Is Still An MLB Free Agent appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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