Shohei Ohtani Makes Admission After Dodgers' Loss to Blue Jays
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani addressed his performance after the loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday.
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Yankees Closer Downplays Velocity Concern After Rough Night
David Bednar says cold weather played a role in his velocity dip, but the Yankees closer still faces growing scrutiny after another shaky outing. The post Yankees Closer Downplays Velocity Concern After Rough Night appeared first on Heavy Sports.
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.
Rangers Get Jacob deGrom Injury Update After Leaving Mariners Game Early
The Rangers provide an encouraging update on Jacob deGrom after his early exit against the Mariners.
Blue Jays Fans Shower Yoshinobu Yamamoto With Boos At Rogers Center
The Toronto Blue Jays fans greet Yoshinobu Yamamoto with loud boos ahead his of start for the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre.
Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman gives blunt bottom line amid early-season slump
The Toronto Blue Jays remain under growing pressure as their early-season struggles continue to deepen. The Blue Jays are currently riding a six-game losing streak, the club’s longest since June 2024, and the slide has dropped the club to 4–7 on the 2026 season. The stretch has raised concerns about consistency, offensive production, and the […] The post Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman gives blunt bottom line amid early-season slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yankees Pitcher Facing Social Media Backlash From MLB Fans After Marlins Game
On Sunday, the New York Yankees played the Miami Marlins (at home) in the Bronx. The Yankees were looking for the sweep after winning the first two games. However, they allowed the Marlins to score four runs in the eighth inning, leading to a 7-6 loss. Yankees Pitcher Facing Social Media Backlash From MLB Fans […] The post Yankees Pitcher Facing Social Media Backlash From MLB Fans After Marlins Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
UPDATE: MLB World Reacts to Atlanta Braves’ Bryce Elder’s 13 IP Scoreless Streak to Start Season
The Atlanta Braves had major question marks surrounding their starting rotation coming into the 2026 season. However, the Braves have started 6-3, which is solid and much better than last year’s start. Despite a 2-1 loss on Saturday, Bryce Elder pitched seven innings and gave up zero earned runs. The solid outing gives Bryce Elder […] The post UPDATE: MLB World Reacts to Atlanta Braves’ Bryce Elder’s 13 IP Scoreless Streak to Start Season appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Mets believe Sean Manaea’s extended relief outing was ‘positive step’
Sean Manaea could take a glimmer of satisfaction from his latest outing.
Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara’s shutout gets Roger Clemens’ 4-word approval
It may be early in the MLB season, but the Miami Marlins are in first place in the NL East. On Wednesday, Sandy Alcantara needed just 94 pitches to shut out the Chicago White Sox, moving to 5-1 on the season. Now, others are taking notice, including one of the best pitchers of all time, […] The post Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara’s shutout gets Roger Clemens’ 4-word approval appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto shares honest self-assessment after Guardians loss
The Los Angeles Dodgers saw Yoshinobu Yamamoto deliver a solid outing vs. the Cleveland Guardians, even as the offense struggled to provide run support. While the result did not favor Los Angeles, Yamamoto’s performance reflected control and efficiency on the mound. The Dodgers fell 4–1 on Wednesday night at Chavez Ravine, with Yamamoto taking the […] The post Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto shares honest self-assessment after Guardians loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yankees’ Cam Schlittler loves target on NY’s back: ‘Everyone hates us’
The New York Yankees are the perfect archetype of a team that everyone loves to hate. A big-market team that has seen a lot of success in years past, is still one of the best teams in the league, and has a rabid fanbase that supports the team no matter what. That’s a sure-fire way […] The post Yankees’ Cam Schlittler loves target on NY’s back: ‘Everyone hates us’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman strikes out 10 in 2nd straight start to begin 2026
Toronto Blue Jays’ starting pitcher Kevin Gausman opened up the 2026 season with 11 strikeouts in his first start on the mound. In his second outing in the campaign, Gausman managed to strike out 10 batters once again. In the top of the sixth inning during Wednesday’s game between the Colorado Rockies and the Blue […] The post Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman strikes out 10 in 2nd straight start to begin 2026 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Max Fried anchors Yankees in shutout of Mariners to continue dominant start to season
In his second go-around Tuesday night, it was more of the same, but there was nothing grinding about it.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza gives honest Kodai Senga assessment after Cardinals loss
The New York Mets came away from Tuesday night’s matchup with the St. Louis Cardinals with mixed results, as the final score did not reflect the encouraging performance of starting pitcher Kodai Senga. Despite the 3-0 loss at Busch Stadium, the outing provided a positive sign for a rotation seeking consistency early in the 2026 […] The post Mets manager Carlos Mendoza gives honest Kodai Senga assessment after Cardinals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Tigers’ Justin Verlander makes confession on need to beat washed allegations
Detroit Tigers veteran pitcher Justin Verlander did not shy away from offering feedback about his performance after a difficult return outing, acknowledging he must improve following his first start back with the franchise. Verlander allowed five earned runs over 3 2/3 innings in a 9-6 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. The 43-year-old […] The post Tigers’ Justin Verlander makes confession on need to beat washed allegations appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yankees' Ryan Weathers pitched a game unlike any other in MLB history – sportingnews.com
Yankees' Ryan Weathers pitched a game unlike any other in MLB history sportingnews.com
Roki Sasaki shows improvement, but Dodgers bats go silent in loss to Guardians
At the start of Monday night, the biggest concern around the Dodgers was focused squarely on Roki Sasaki. By the end of it, the questions had shifted to their suddenly sluggish offense. In a 4-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians at Dodger Stadium, Sasaki pitched surprisingly well, allowing just one run and walking only two...
Michael Soroka Marked His Arizona Diamondbacks Debut With A Filthy Immaculate Inning
Michael Soroka just went out and absolutely bullied the Tigers in his Diamondbacks debut, turning what was supposed to be a comeback performance into a total bloodbath that included a nine-pitch immaculate fifth inning.
Max Fried Makes Opening Day History for Yankees, Joins Elite Company
Opening Day is built on statements. For the New York Yankees, that statement came from Max Fried.Fried delivered 6 1/3 scoreless innings to open the season, leading the Yankees to a win while placing himself in rare territory. He became the first Yankees pitcher since David Cone in 1996 to reach that mark on Opening […] The post Max Fried Makes Opening Day History for Yankees, Joins Elite Company appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Dave Roberts Sends Clear Message on Shohei Ohtani After 11-Strikeout Spring Finale
Shohei Ohtani closed out Spring Training with 11 strikeouts in a performance that carried far more weight than the box score alone.The right-hander struck out 11 hitters over 4-plus innings against the Angels, finishing his final tune-up before the regular season with his sharpest outing of the spring. More importantly, he left the mound with […] The post Dave Roberts Sends Clear Message on Shohei Ohtani After 11-Strikeout Spring Finale appeared first on Heavy Sports.