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Cubs’ Craig Counsell maintains ‘Shohei Ohtani Rule’ is ‘bad rule’

Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasized on Friday that his earlier remarks questioning the so-called “Shohei Ohtani Rule” had nothing to do with the team or player it benefits. “Look, this is not a Dodger thing, it’s not an Ohtani thing,” Counsell said. “It is a bad rule.” Cubs manager Craig Counsell maintains the rule that...

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Cody Bellinger pulled a disrespectful move on Red Sox at end of game

Cody Bellinger apparently did not see the Boston Red Sox as much of a threat this week. Bellinger and the New York Yankees defeated the Red Sox on Thursday by a final score of 4-2 at Fenway Park in Boston, Mass. That secured a three-game sweep by the Yankees of the hated rival Red Sox. … The post Cody Bellinger pulled a disrespectful move on Red Sox at end of game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mets’ Bo Bichette gets real on ‘desire’ amid rough start

The New York Mets are still battling through a tough stretch, but Bo Bichette is starting to speak openly about the pressure behind the skid after a wild 10-8 win over the Minnesota Twins. For Bichette, this moment felt different. It felt honest. It felt necessary. The Mets needed a spark, and he delivered in […] The post Mets’ Bo Bichette gets real on ‘desire’ amid rough start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Los Angeles Dodgers Legend Is Still Playing In The Minor Leagues

On Thursday, the Los Angeles Dodgers played the final game of their series with the Giants in San Francisco.They won by a score of 3-0.The Dodgers avoided the sweep, as they lost the series 1-2.Los Angeles Dodgers Legend Still Playing In Minor LeaguesWith the season well underway it’s worth noting that a former Dodgers star […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Legend Is Still Playing In The Minor Leagues appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Red Sox without Roman Anthony for highly-anticipated Cam Schlittler rematch

The Boston Red Sox’s worst-case scenario amid their struggles played out this week, with their rival, the New York Yankees, taking the first two games of the series. It hasn’t been a great year for Boston, but getting swept at Fenway Park would be a tough fate to come back from on Thursday night. Thanks […] The post Red Sox without Roman Anthony for highly-anticipated Cam Schlittler rematch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadian Baseball League Team Signs Yasiel Puig To Largest Contract In CBL History Despite Him Facing 15 Years In Prison

The Canadian Baseball League’s Toronto Maple Leafs have signed Yasiel Puig to a contract that is being reported as the largest in league history. They did this despite the former Major League Baseball star facing up to 15 years in prison. The 35-year-old outfielder will, according to the league, be in the starting lineup for […] The post Canadian Baseball League Team Signs Yasiel Puig To Largest Contract In CBL History Despite Him Facing 15 Years In Prison appeared first on BroBible.

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How Buck Showalter would inspire Mets on heels of 12-game losing streak

As the New York Mets snapped their 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night, the team is still looking to overcome a rough start to the season. Now, with the Mets dealing with an injury to star Francisco Lindor, especially after dealing with Juan Soto’s issues, former manager […] The post How Buck Showalter would inspire Mets on heels of 12-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates’ Konnor Griffin already has himself on a wild Mount Rushmore

When you look at the payday for Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, it’s no surprise the predictions are bold in 2026. And Griffin took it one step further, putting himself on a wild Mount Rushmore, according to a post on X by Talkin’ Baseball. “Konnor Griffin’s Mount Rushmore of shortstops he watched: Derek Jeter Bobby […] The post Pirates’ Konnor Griffin already has himself on a wild Mount Rushmore appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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