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MLB World Reacts To Kyle Schwarber’s Performance In Phillies-Pirates Game

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On Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies opened up a series with the Pirates in Pittsburgh. The Phillies won by a score of 11-9. Kyle Schwarber continued his hot streak, finishing with three hits, two home runs and five RBI’s. Here’s what people were saying about Schwarber on social media: @RobBballHistory: “Kyle Schwarber hit his 359th […] The post MLB World Reacts To Kyle Schwarber’s Performance In Phillies-Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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New York Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Can Make MLB History In Mets Series

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On Friday night, the New York Yankees will open up a series with the New York Mets at Citi Field.They have the day off on Thursday after losing two out of three games to the Baltimore Orioles.Despite their recent struggles, Paul Goldschmidt has hit a home run in two out of his previous three games.Yankees […] The post New York Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Can Make MLB History In Mets Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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Orioles’ Taylor Ward makes franchise history thanks to his uniquely patient eye

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The Baltimore Orioles are in action this afternoon against the visiting Athletics, and some team history was made in the process. Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward, who is playing in his first year with the organization after being acquired via trade from the Los Angeles Angels, was walked for the 40th time this season. In fact, […] The post Orioles’ Taylor Ward makes franchise history thanks to his uniquely patient eye appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Philadelphia Phillies Star Kyle Schwarber Made History In Rockies Game

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On Saturday, the Philadelphia Phillies will continue their series with the Colorado Rockies (at home).The Phillies are coming off a 9-7 loss on Friday.Kyle Schwarber hit one home run (and had four strikeouts) in six at-bats.Phillies Star Kyle Schwarber Made HistoryDespite the loss (and four strikeouts), Schwarber made notable Phillies history.He is now the 11th […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Star Kyle Schwarber Made History In Rockies Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs match MLB history not seen since 1955 with second 10-game win streak

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The Chicago Cubs continued their winning ways Friday night, taking down the Texas Rangers 7-1 to complete their second 10-game winning streak of the season. In doing so, Chicago matched a rare MLB feat last accomplished in 1955 by the Brooklyn Dodgers, who also produced two 10-game streaks within the first 39 games of a […] The post Cubs match MLB history not seen since 1955 with second 10-game win streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JJ Wetherholt’s hilarious reaction to Little League Grand Slam

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The St. Louis Cardinals have surprised many with their strong start to the season. On Friday, they won the second of their four-game series against the San Diego Padres 6-0. The biggest highlight came in the 5th inning with a “Little League Grand Slam” by second baseman JJ Wetherholt, per Bernie Wilson of MLB.com. With […] The post JJ Wetherholt’s hilarious reaction to Little League Grand Slam appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox Slugger Munetaka Murakami Slugs Historic Homer vs. Mariners

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When the Chicago White Sox signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami, it was unclear how he’d adjust to major league pitching. After 38 games, it’s clear that he has no problem slugging the ball against baseball’s best pitchers.Murakami continues to accomplish new power feats. When he crushed a solo home run in the first inning, he […] The post White Sox Slugger Munetaka Murakami Slugs Historic Homer vs. Mariners appeared first on HEAVY.

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New York Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Made MLB History In Rangers Game

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On Tuesday night, the New York Yankees hosted the Texas Rangers for the first game of their series in the Bronx.The Yankees won by a score of 7-4.Paul Goldschmidt had two hits with one home run.New York Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Made MLB HistoryGoldschmidt also made MLB history by moving up on the all-time home runs […] The post New York Yankees Star Paul Goldschmidt Made MLB History In Rangers Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Atlanta Braves Star Matt Olson Made MLB History In Mariners Game

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On Monday night, the Atlanta Braves are playing the Mariners in Seattle for the first game of their series.The Braves most recently swept the Colorado Rockies in Denver.During Monday’s game, Matt Olson hit a home run.UPDATE: The Braves lost Monday’s game 5-4.Matt Olson Made MLB History In Mariners GameWith his homer, Olson made MLB history.Chad […] The post Atlanta Braves Star Matt Olson Made MLB History In Mariners Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Mariners’ Randy Johnson’s Ichiro Suzuki revelation about sharing retired No. 51

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The number 51 means a lot to the Seattle Mariners. Randy Johnson, one of the hardest throwing superstar pitchers in MLB history, rocked the number for the team from 1989 to 1997. Only a couple of years later, Ichiro Suzuki, one of the greatest contact hitters that baseball has ever seen, also sported 51 on […] The post Mariners’ Randy Johnson’s Ichiro Suzuki revelation about sharing retired No. 51 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cody Bellinger Made New York Yankees History In Orioles Game

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On Saturday afternoon, the New York Yankees continued their series with the Baltimore Orioles (at home) in the Bronx.The Yankees won by a score of 9-4.Cody Bellinger was the hero, as he had four hit with two home runs, four RBI’s and one stolen base.Chris Kirschner of The Athletic wrote: “Cody Bellinger entered today’s game […] The post Cody Bellinger Made New York Yankees History In Orioles Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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How Kevin McGonigle is already making Tigers history

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While the Detroit Tigers are 15-15 through their first 30 games and are firmly in the mix of the AL Central, rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle is having himself a stellar start to his MLB career. It’s going so well, in fact, that McGonigle is already making franchise history for the club. Reports indicate that the […] The post How Kevin McGonigle is already making Tigers history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Did You Know The ‘High Five’ Was Invented In The 1970s? The MLB Origin Story Will Blow Your Mind

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The handshake is believed to date back to the 9th century B.C. as historians have ancient art depicting Assyrian and Babylonian kings ‘shaking hands’ to seal alliances. To many, the ‘high five‘ feels just as ancient. It is universal celebratory act where people slap hands in jubilation. Alas, that is not the case at all. […] The post Did You Know The ‘High Five’ Was Invented In The 1970s? The MLB Origin Story Will Blow Your Mind appeared first on BroBible.

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New York Yankees Star Aaron Judge Made MLB History In Rangers Game

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On Monday night, the New York Yankees played the Rangers in Texas.The Yankees won by a score of 4-2.Aaron Judge finished with three hits (and one home run) in three at-bats.Yankees Star Aaron Judge Made MLB HistoryJudge also made history by moving up on the all-time home runs list.Via @RobBballHistory: “Aaron Judge hit his 379th […] The post New York Yankees Star Aaron Judge Made MLB History In Rangers Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery join forces for historic HR feat

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The Chicago White Sox fell 11-7 to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Wednesday night, in a game featuring an offensive outburst and a historic power display from Colson Montgomery and Munetaka Murakami. Both Montgomery and Murakami homered in the same game for the fourth consecutive contest, making them the first teammates in league […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery join forces for historic HR feat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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