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Why Cubs’ Nico Hoerner isn’t playing vs. Diamondbacks on Saturday

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The Chicago Cubs got some concerning news ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field. Second baseman Nico Hoerner is out of the lineup as he continues to deal with lingering neck symptoms following Friday’s early exit. The hope is that Hoerner will be available Sunday, according to Taylor McGregor, but Chicago […] The post Why Cubs’ Nico Hoerner isn’t playing vs. Diamondbacks on Saturday appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski exits Nationals showdown with hamstring issue

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The Milwaukee Brewers came away with a 6-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday, but the win was tempered by Jacob Misiorowski’s early exit due to a right hamstring cramp. The 24-year-old right-hander was lights-out before leaving in the sixth inning, throwing 5⅓ hitless frames with eight strikeouts and two walks on 85 pitches, […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski exits Nationals showdown with hamstring issue appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brandon Woodruff Injury: Brewers Provide Update Before Nationals Game

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The Milwaukee Brewers have been fighting to establish themselves in the National League Central, sitting only three and a half games behind the division leading Cincinnati Reds through the first full month of the season. The Brewers are fresh of an emphatic 13-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, ...

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Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002

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The Cincinnati Reds are on fire to begin the 2026 campaign, as the club owns a 20-11 record through the first 31 games of the regular season. After securing a 6-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday, the club is in first place in the NL Central. Reports indicate that the last time the […] The post Reds’ 1st-place standing marks franchise first since 2002 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds’ Sal Stewart makes sure first game after Eugenio Suarez hits IL doesn’t ‘suck’

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The Cincinnati Reds are off to a hot start to the season, and Sal Stewart is one of the reasons why. The Reds infielder has been crushing home runs and helping Cincinnati out with some smart base running. Stewart is also helping to pick up the slack following an injury to teammate Eugenio Suarez. Suarez […] The post Reds’ Sal Stewart makes sure first game after Eugenio Suarez hits IL doesn’t ‘suck’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ injury woes continue with IL move before Dodgers game

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The Chicago Cubs’ pitching injuries continue to mount as they prepare to take on the Los Angeles Dodgers. On Friday, Chicago received news that relief pitcher Caleb Thielbar will be placed on the injured list, per Alden González of ESPN. Manager Craig Counsell said Thielbar is suffering a “mild” hamstring strain. As a result, Thielbar […] The post Cubs’ injury woes continue with IL move before Dodgers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs star Alex Bregman’s son has epic 1st birthday at Wrigley Field

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The Chicago Cubs have worked their way into a crowded early NL Central race at 10–9, sitting 1.5 games back of first place heading into Game 2 of their three‑game set with the New York Mets at Wrigley Field. On Friday at Wrigley, Alex Bregman also created a memorable moment off the field. What began […] The post Cubs star Alex Bregman’s son has epic 1st birthday at Wrigley Field appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers take small-ball to whole new level in 7th inning vs Blue Jays

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Being a small market team, the Milwaukee Brewers always have to do things a bit differently. In their matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Brewers proved they have no problems breaking from the norm. In the seventh inning, Milwaukee laid down three straight bunts. The third one brought a run home, giving the Brewers […] The post Brewers take small-ball to whole new level in 7th inning vs Blue Jays appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pirates’ Brandon Lowe pulls off bonkers feat not seen in over 100 years

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of MLB’s biggest surprises to begin the 2026 season. Their winning ways continued on Monday, as they demolished the Washington Nationals to the tune of a 16-5 victory, moving to 10-6 on the season and remaining on top of the NL Central pecking order at present. Games where MLB […] The post Pirates’ Brandon Lowe pulls off bonkers feat not seen in over 100 years appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Milwaukee Brewers Announce Roster Move Before Nationals Game

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On Friday night, the Milwaukee Brewers will host the Washington Nationals in Wisconsin.The Brewers are coming off a 5-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday at Fenway Park.Milwaukee Brewers Announce Roster MoveBefore Friday’s game, the Brewers announced the news that they had recalled Easton McGee from Triple-A.The Milwaukee Brewers wrote (via X): “Today’s […] The post Milwaukee Brewers Announce Roster Move Before Nationals Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Nico Hoerner’s hilarious take on hitting home run vs. Rays

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It’s been a rough go at the outset for the Chicago Cubs. They are currently 6-6 and dealing with a lagging offense and a lack of depth on the mound, and as a result are in last place in the NL Central. Not only that, but they got a jam-packed schedule against the best of […] The post Nico Hoerner’s hilarious take on hitting home run vs. Rays appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Willson Contreras on Brewers: ‘Next time they hit me again, I’m going to take one of them out’

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Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras is quite displeased with the Milwaukee Brewers. Contreras was hit by a pitch from Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff in the third inning of Monday night’s game at Fenway Park. It’s the sixth time in his career that Contreras has been hit by a pitch from Woodruff, and it’s…

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Brewers’ William Contreras already in mid-season form with 3-RBI double

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The Milwaukee Brewers are entering the 2026 season looking to defend their NL Central crown. Catcher William Contreras clearly got the memo. Knotted up at one in the bottom of the second inning, Contreras hit a three-run double down the left field line. It punctuated a four-run second inning from the Brewers that ultimately took […] The post Brewers’ William Contreras already in mid-season form with 3-RBI double appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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