The numbers behind Tyler Glasnow, Chris Sale and Nolan McLean’s strikeout dominance
Glasnow, Sale and McLean are among the league's preeminent strikeout artists so far this season. Here's what the stats tell us about just how good they've been.
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Sports Quote of the Day: Sandy Koufax Reveals Pitching Secret
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The Guardians pitcher who is quietly building a Cy Young-caliber season
The Cleveland Guardians are tied for the lead in the American League Central standings with the Detroit Tigers. Cleveland is 18-17 and the ball club has been inconsistent at times, but the team is still finding ways to compete. Starting pitcher Gavin Williams has played a crucial role in the Guardians’ success. Williams, 26, has […] The post The Guardians pitcher who is quietly building a Cy Young-caliber season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blue Jays $210 Million Deal Voted Best Signing of Offseason
After rival executives crushed the Toronto Blue Jays for spending $210 million on right-hander Dylan Cease, front office members around the league are changing their tune.An anonymous poll of more than a dozen executives conducted by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com revealed the Cease deal as the best signing of the winter. The right-hander has cruised […] The post Blue Jays $210 Million Deal Voted Best Signing of Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.
Dodgers’ Justin Wrobleski opens up about strike-less showing vs. Cardinals
To say the Los Angeles Dodgers’ series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals was an interesting game would be an understatement. The Dodgers scored four runs but didn’t hit a home run for the sixth game in a row. Justin Wrobleski kept his scoreless streak going as a starter, but somehow didn’t record a single […] The post Dodgers’ Justin Wrobleski opens up about strike-less showing vs. Cardinals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives in-game review of Roki Sasaki’s stuff vs. Cardinals
The Los Angeles Dodgers watched a rocky beginning for Roki Sasaki during his highly-anticipated 2025 debut. Manager Dave Roberts started seing a different Sasaki in the past week, though. Did that version of Sasaki carry over into Saturday against the St. Louis Cardinals? Roberts emerged impressed by what he saw. “I liked his stuff today,” […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts gives in-game review of Roki Sasaki’s stuff vs. Cardinals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Who Cubs’ Shota Imanaga shouted out after dominating Diamondbacks
The Chicago Cubs earned their 21st win of the season after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-0 on Saturday. It was a brilliant outing for Shota Imanaga, as he dominated his opponent on the mound. After the contest, the 32-year-old left-hander gave his team a shoutout, helping him with his strong performance. During the postgame press […] The post Who Cubs’ Shota Imanaga shouted out after dominating Diamondbacks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski exits Nationals showdown with hamstring issue
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.
Numbers Confirm Nationals Starter Has Baseball’s Single Best Pitch
Amid their 14-17 start to the 2026 MLB season that is on pace to not be much better than the six seasons immediately before it, the Washington Nationals and their fanbase will continue to look for reasons to be optimistic. And the good news is that one of the arms they are looking to for […] The post Numbers Confirm Nationals Starter Has Baseball’s Single Best Pitch appeared first on HEAVY.
Dodgers’ Will Smith gets 100% real on Shohei Ohtani’s start vs. Marlins
On Tuesday evening, the Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a loss against the Miami Marlins by a score of 2-1, in what was a rare quiet night for the bats in Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani was on the mound for the Dodgers in this one, and he performed well, allowing just five hits and one earned […] The post Dodgers’ Will Smith gets 100% real on Shohei Ohtani’s start vs. Marlins appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Electric ABS Challenge Triggers Cincinnati Reds Pizza Giveaway Sending Crowd Into Frenzy
The Cincinnati Reds took care of business in a midweek showdown with the Colorado Rockies, winning the game 7-2. In doing so, they sent fans home happy and one meal richer. The team hit a marketing promo by recording 12 strikeouts. One of the final Ks came in the top of the ninth after an […] The post Electric ABS Challenge Triggers Cincinnati Reds Pizza Giveaway Sending Crowd Into Frenzy appeared first on BroBible.
What Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage said about superb season debut vs. Red Sox
It looks like Trey Yesavage’s shoulder is already fine. He had an impressive season debut for the Toronto Blue Jays as they defeated the Boston Red Sox, 3-0, at Rogers Centre on Tuesday. Yesavage started the campaign on the injured list, as he was being bothered by his shoulder. But he looked quite comfortable on […] The post What Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage said about superb season debut vs. Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Reds Strike Out 11 With Dramatic ABS Challenge in 9th, Unlocking Free Pizza
The Cincinnati Reds have been running a "Strikeouts for Slices" promotion with LaRosa's Pizzeria this season where any time the team's pitching staff records 11 strikeouts in a game, fans win free pizza. On Tuesday night against the Colorado Rockies, a 13-17 club coming off a three-game series ...
Dylan Cease Assigns Blame After Blue Jays’ Loss to Red Sox
Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease assigned blame after a loss to the Boston Red Sox.
Matthew Boyd immediately regrets challenge call vs. Padres
The Chicago Cubs began a 3-game road series with the San Diego Padres on Monday. On the mound for the Cubs was left-hander Matthew Boyd, coming a few weeks off being placed on the injured list with a bicep injury. In the bottom of the 1st inning, Boyd faced off against Ramón Laureano on a […] The post Matthew Boyd immediately regrets challenge call vs. Padres appeared first on ClutchPoints.
How Phillies’ Zack Wheeler nuked velocity concerns in first start back from blood clot
On Saturday evening, the Philadelphia Phillies finally ended their ugly losing streak with a road win over the Atlanta Braves in extra innings. The Phillies still sit well below the eight ball in the NL East with a record of 9-18, but it certainly had to feel good to finally get back into the win […] The post How Phillies’ Zack Wheeler nuked velocity concerns in first start back from blood clot appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer’s admission on verge of historic 3,500-strikeout mark
It has not been a good start for the Toronto Blue Jays, and Max Scherzer has also struggled. But as he prepares for a big start on Friday, Scherzer reflected on being close to hitting 3,500 strikeouts in his career, according to a feature by Bob Nightengale. “The cool thing is I really appreciate the […] The post Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer’s admission on verge of historic 3,500-strikeout mark appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Angels’ José Soriano makes MLB history not seen since 1900
The hottest pitcher in Major League Baseball right now is right-handed starter Jose Soriano of the Los Angeles Angels. The man is literally unhittable at the moment, and across six starts to begin 2026, Soriano has allowed just one run. In fact, he’s been so dominant that we have not seen anyone do what he […] The post Angels’ José Soriano makes MLB history not seen since 1900 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sports Quote of the Day: Bob Feller's Crucial Reminder
Former Cleveland Indians (now Cleveland Guardians) pitcher Bob Feller is one of the greatest players in the history of the franchise. Feller was a World Series champion and eight-time All-Star. He also led the league in strikeouts seven times. Feller was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962. ...
Sale surpasses Glavine on all-time strikeouts list as Braves lefty continues climb – sportingnews.com
Sale surpasses Glavine on all-time strikeouts list as Braves lefty continues climb sportingnews.com
Guardians’ Gavin Williams takes MLB lead with 11ks vs. Orioles
The Cleveland Guardians prevailed 4-2 over the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday, behind an electric outing from right-handed starter Gavin Williams that moved him into the MLB lead in strikeouts. Williams pitched seven innings, allowing one earned run on three hits with one walk while striking out 11 hitters. The performance matched the second-most strikeouts he’s […] The post Guardians’ Gavin Williams takes MLB lead with 11ks vs. Orioles appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Atlanta Braves Announce Chris Sale MLB History During Phillies Game
On Saturday night, the Atlanta Braves played the Phillies in Philadelphia.The Braves won by a score of 3-1.Chris Sale had a strong performance, going 7.0 innings (allowing five hits and one earned run).Braves Star Chris Sale Made MLB HistorySale also made MLB history during the game.The Atlanta Braves wrote (via X): “Lefty legend 🤝 Lefty […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Chris Sale MLB History During Phillies Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals
Fans of the New York Yankees received two treats against the Kansas City Royals Saturday. Ben Rice blasting a deep home run rose as one. But the second involved Will Warren hitting a new feat. The right-handed pitcher executed 11 punchouts, now matching a career-high. 11 punchouts for Will Warren! He matches his career high […] The post Yankees’ Will Warren accomplishes impressive feat in stellar start vs. Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Angels pitcher Jose Soriano rewrites history with dominant 5-start stretch
The Los Angeles Angels are witnessing a breakout, as Jose Soriano’s dominant play headlines a historic pitching stretch across Major League Baseball. His latest performance came during the Angels’ matchup vs. the San Diego Padres, further cementing his place in the spotlight. On Friday in Anaheim, the right-hander delivered another elite outing, leading the Angels […] The post Angels pitcher Jose Soriano rewrites history with dominant 5-start stretch appeared first on ClutchPoints.