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  • Cardinals to acquire Nolan Arenado from Rockies
    • Cardinals to acquire Nolan Arenado from Rockies
    This has been a low-profile winter for St. Louis and the rest of its competition in the National League Central, but the Cardinals have suddenly awoken from their slumber....2021
  • Rockies trade five-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado to Cardinals
    • Rockies trade five-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado to Cardinals
    Arenado had long been frustrated with the direction of the Rockies. A move to the Cardinals, who are consistent National League contenders, should go down very well with him....2021
  • • Daniel Murphy Retires
    Three-time All-Star and 2015 National League Championship Series MVP Daniel Murphy is retiring from baseball after a 12-year Major League career, he tells SNY’s Andy Martino. “This is a beautiful game, and I really just feel humbled and blessed that it let me jump on the ride for a little bit,” Murphy tells Martino. “It’s…...2021
  • • Giants Interested In Joc Pederson
    Former Dodgers outfielder and current free agent Joc Pederson’s time in the National League West might not be over yet, as Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that the Giants are “talking to” the 28-year-old. He joins the previously reported Jackie Bradley Jr. and Eddie Rosario as left-handed-hitting outfielders on the Giants’ wish…...2021
  • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of expanded playoffs, universal DH
    • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of expanded playoffs, universal DH
    The MLBPA clearly doesn’t view the addition of a designated hitter in  the National League to be as advantageous to its side as the expansion  of playoffs is to the league....2021
  • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of universal DH, expanded playoffs?
    • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of universal DH, expanded playoffs?
    The National League embracing the designated hitter may not be as imminent as many assumed....2021
  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • • MLB hot stove: Sizing up National League landscape as Mets, Padres join Dodgers, Braves in top tier
    The National League is very top heavy at the moment...2021
  • • MLB hot stove: Sizing up NL's landscape as Mets, Padres join Dodgers, Braves in top tier of contenders
    The National League is very top heavy at the moment...2021
  • • Offseason Outlook: Arizona Diamondbacks
    The 2020 season was bitterly disappointing for the Diamondbacks, who entered the year with playoff aspirations before floundering to the National League’s second-worst record (25-35). Despite that, the Diamondbacks haven’t been active this winter, and that may not change to any significant extent. Guaranteed Contracts Madison Bumgarner, LHP: $79MM through 2024 Nick Ahmed, SS: $25MMR...2021

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  • • MLBTR Poll: Will The National League Have The DH In 2021?
    For the first time since 1972, both the American League and National League played a season under a uniform set of rules.  The institution of the universal designated hitter was one of several concessions made to the unusual circumstances of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, as with pitchers already facing a heightened injury risk from a…...2020
  • • NL Injury Notes: Arenado, Matz, Senzel, Gott
    Rounding up some injury news from around the National League: Rockies’ star third baseman Nolan Arenado was held out of the lineup today with a left shoulder injury, per the Athletic’s Nick Groke (via Twitter). Colorado is hoping he’ll avoid an injured list stint, says Groke. Arenado’s obviously of immense importance if the 21-24 Rockies are…...2020
  • • The mindset and determination of Nathan Gerbe
    Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images Since returning to North America, Nathan Gerbe has experienced many hills and valleys. Through hard work on both the mental and physical aspect of the game, Gerbe has been able to guide himself towards successful and happy life. Throughout Nathan Gerbe’s lengthy professional hockey career, he has displayed perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to...2020
  • • How the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were assembled: Part 1
    Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports How did the 2019-20 Avalanche come to be? The 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were one of the most fun teams to watch at the Pepsi Center over the last decade. Whether it be a Nathan MacKinnon goal, yelling the signature Philipp Grubauer chant after every save, dazzling plays by Cale Makar, a big Nikita Zadorov hit, the list goes on-and-on. When the NHL season was shut do...2020
  • • 10 NL West pitchers looking for bounce-back seasons
    MLBTR’s preseason series ends with National League West pitchers looking to bounce back in 2020.  These 10 talented hurlers are hoping to get off the mat after difficult 2019 seasons. Alex Wood, LHP, Dodgers: The  29-year-old Wood is back in Los Angeles, where he experienced a great  deal of success in 2015-18, after a Murphy’s Law season spent in  Cincinnati. A back injury limited Wood to 35 2/3 ...2020
  • • 9 NL Central pitchers looking for bounce-back years
    Nobody knows when the 2020 Major League Baseball season will begin, but we can still look forward to its start. With that in mind, we’ll continue our series on potential bounce-back players from each division, this time focusing on notable National League Central pitchers whose production fell off from 2018 to ’19. Craig Kimbrel, RHP, Cubs: Undoubtedly among the greatest relief pitchers in basebal...2020
  • • Twitter Tuesday: MacKinnon’s ‘struggles’; Francouz vs. Grubauer and team defense
    Photo by Debora Robinson/NHLI via Getty Images What forwards and which goaltender do you roll with once everyone is healthy? Them boys hot! The Colorado Avalanche is coming off the busiest month in franchise history, playing 15 games in a shortened February month. The Avs are also the league’s hottest team heading into March, and have now won seven games in a row. Colorado earned a record of 1...2020
  • • Freddie Freeman tried to get through 2019 on adrenaline, painkillers?
    We heard chatter about Freddie Freeman’s late-2019 elbow issues, but it seems the injury was a fair bit more debilitating than the Braves slugger let on. As Jeff Schultz of The Athletic reports (subscription link), Freeman dealt not only with pain but with quite a lot of difficulties relating to his efforts to deal with the agonizing bone spurs in his joint. Schultz writes that the star first base...2020
  • • Yonder Alonso agrees to minor-league deal with Braves
    The Braves have agreed to a minor-league contract with free agent first baseman Yonder Alonso, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic (Twitter link). Presumably, Alonso will be in major-league camp as a non-roster invitee this spring. Alonso, 33 in April, scuffled through perhaps the worst season of his MLB career in 2019, slashing just .199/.296/.346 with 10 homers and 13 doubles in 335 plate appearan...2020
  • • How each NL team addressed its weakest position this offseason
    Despite all of the free agent activity we’ve seen to date, a look at the calendar reveals that we’re not yet even halfway through the offseason. There’s still plenty of time for teams to shore up obvious areas of need.  In this post, we’ll look at what each of the 15 National League teams have done so far to upgrade their weakest positions from the 2019 season (as determined by bWAR). As you might...2019

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National League Most lifestyle

  • • Brewers fans flock for free burgers
    George Webb restaurants give away free burgers any time the Brewers win 12 consecutive games. It happened for just the second time in the promotion's history recently when the Brewers won their final eight games of the regular season, including a one-game playoff over the Cubs, before winning three games over the Rockies in the National League Division Series and Game 1 against the Dodgers in the ...2018
  • • Delish dozen: Brewers 12th win means free food
    A Wisconsin burger chain restaurant is gearing up for a big giveaway if the Milwaukee Brewers can open the National League Championship Series with another win....2018
  • • Derek Jeter selling New York mansion for nearly $15 million
    Former New York Yankees shortstop and current Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter seems to have settled down in Miami.According to the Times Herald Record, the 44-year-old executive and future Hall of Famer has listed his New York mansion for sale. Jeter, who owned the castle for 15 years, has listed the asking price at $14.75 million.According to the report, it’s known by locals as the Tiedemann Castle...2018
  • • Where the top MLB trade chips could land this winter
    At this point, unless you've been on vacation on Jupiter for the last month, you know that Giancarlo Stanton is the biggest name on the holiday wish list for many teams this winter.He's been linked to many teams, but with a full no-trade clause, the prolific slugger is in control of where he goes.As such, we do not need to waste any further space here breaking into the why and what is involved in ...2017

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National League Most trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Rockies trade five-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado to Cardinals
    Arenado had long been frustrated with the direction of the Rockies. A move to the Cardinals, who are consistent National League contenders, should go down very well with him....2021
  • • Giants Interested In Joc Pederson
    Former Dodgers outfielder and current free agent Joc Pederson’s time in the National League West might not be over yet, as Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that the Giants are “talking to” the 28-year-old. He joins the previously reported Jackie Bradley Jr. and Eddie Rosario as left-handed-hitting outfielders on the Giants’ wish…...2021
  • • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of expanded playoffs, universal DH
    The MLBPA clearly doesn’t view the addition of a designated hitter in  the National League to be as advantageous to its side as the expansion  of playoffs is to the league....2021
  • • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of universal DH, expanded playoffs?
    The National League embracing the designated hitter may not be as imminent as many assumed....2021
  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • • Mets Sign Jerad Eickhoff
    The Mets have signed right-hander Jerad Eickhoff to a minor league contract, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Eickhoff will earn a $1.25MM salary if he makes the majors, and he could pull in another $700K in incentives. This deal means Eickhoff could get another crack at the National League East, where he has pitched…...2020
  • • How MLB is hurting free agents by dragging feet on National League DH rule for 2021
    How this rule wasn't set before heading to offseason activity is beyond us...2020
  • • National League Non-Tenders
    With revenue losses expected to result in reduced payrolls around baseball, a larger number of players than usual are expected to be let go by their current teams by tonight’s 7pm CT non-tender deadline.  Some of these players could end up re-signing with their teams for salaries below what they were projected (by MLBTR contributor…...2020
  • • Trevor Bauer Wins NL Cy Young Award
    Trevor Bauer of the Cincinnati Reds was awarded the Cy Young in the National League by the BBWAA tonight. Amazingly, Bauer becomes the first Cy Young award winner in Reds’ history. Bauer made the most of his free agent season with a league-leading 1.73 ERA over 73 innings, including 2 complete game shutouts. Bauer showed…...2020
  • • Devin Williams, Kyle Lewis Win Rookie Of The Year Awards
    Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams and Mariners center fielder Kyle Lewis have won the 2020 Jackie Robinson National League and American League Rookie of the Year awards, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced Monday. Williams was up against Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth, who tied for second place in…...2020

National League Most stats and results

  • • National League Non-Tenders
    With revenue losses expected to result in reduced payrolls around baseball, a larger number of players than usual are expected to be let go by their current teams by tonight’s 7pm CT non-tender deadline.  Some of these players could end up re-signing with their teams for salaries below what they were projected (by MLBTR contributor…...2020
  • • Dodgers To Start Julio Urias In Game 3 Of NLCS
    The Dodgers plan to start left-hander Julio Urias in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Braves on Wednesday, J.P. Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group was among those to report. Meantime, they’re turning to Tony Gonsolin on Tuesday as a result of Clayton Kershaw’s back spasms. The Dodgers, who finished…...2020
  • • Braves sign former World Series MVP Pablo Sandoval
    The Braves began Monday in first place in the National League East standings with a 28-19 record....2020
  • • Report: Jacob deGrom considered day-to-day after encouraging MRI results
    deGrom has been one of the game’s best pitchers, particularly in the last two years. The back-to-back NL Cy Young winner is coming off a season that saw him post a 2.43 ERA while leading the National League with 255 strikeouts....2020
  • • How the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were assembled: Part 1
    Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports How did the 2019-20 Avalanche come to be? The 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were one of the most fun teams to watch at the Pepsi Center over the last decade. Whether it be a Nathan MacKinnon goal, yelling the signature Philipp Grubauer chant after every save, dazzling plays by Cale Makar, a big Nikita Zadorov hit, the list goes on-and-on. When the NHL season was shut do...2020
  • • Quick Hits: Warren, Yankees, ChiSox, Garland, Cubs
    It was on this day back in 1890 that the Dodgers played their first game as members of the National League, as the team then known as the Brooklyn Bridegrooms dropped a 15-9 result to the Boston Beaneaters.  Brooklyn switched leagues after winning the American Association championship in 1889, and immediately continued their success against…...2020
  • • Twitter Tuesday: MacKinnon’s ‘struggles’; Francouz vs. Grubauer and team defense
    Photo by Debora Robinson/NHLI via Getty Images What forwards and which goaltender do you roll with once everyone is healthy? Them boys hot! The Colorado Avalanche is coming off the busiest month in franchise history, playing 15 games in a shortened February month. The Avs are also the league’s hottest team heading into March, and have now won seven games in a row. Colorado earned a record of 1...2020
  • • ‘It’s frustration’: Martin Kaut learning development takes time
    Photo courtesy of Colorado Eagles Bearing the high-pressure tag of being a first-round pick, Kaut is learning there’s a long process to becoming NHL-ready The amount of pressure put on a first-round pick in the National Hockey League is a near-insurmountable mountain of expectation to climb. Colorado Avalanche 2018 first-round selection Martin Kaut is learning the struggle of dealing with thos...2019
  • • Two seasons in, Colorado Eagles and Utah Grizzlies reflect on ‘tremendous’ affiliation
    Photo courtesy of ECHL A rash of early-season injuries to the Avalanche has proven how well the organization can develop, from the Eagles in the AHL down to the Grizzlies of the ECHL Rewind to Oct. 13, 2017. It’s Friday the 13th and the Colorado Eagles are set to open the 2017-18 season at Budweiser Events Center against their Rocky Mountain rival Utah Grizzlies. The result is a 3-2 win after M...2019
  • • 10 MLB stars on early MVP pace
    While some big-name players have struggled in the early part of the 2019 MLB season, others have made it their own. Defending American League MVP Mookie Betts has struggled. That’s true for many of his teammates. But one member of the Boston Red Sox has consistently performed. And while Betts has struggled, the reigning National League MVP has not. In Southern California, one star is right in his ...2019

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  • • MLB hot stove: Sizing up National League landscape as Mets, Padres join Dodgers, Braves in top tier
    2021
  • • MLB hot stove: Sizing up NL's landscape as Mets, Padres join Dodgers, Braves in top tier of contenders
    2021
  • • Dick Allen Passes Away
    In saddening news, the family of iconic slugger Dick Allen announced on Twitter that the seven-time Major League All-Star passed away at his home in Wampum, Pennsylvania this morning. He was 78. Allen, the 1964 National League Rookie of the Year with the Phillies and the 1972 American League MVP with the White Sox, was…...2020
  • • The mindset and determination of Nathan Gerbe
    2020
  • • How the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were assembled: Part 1
    2020
  • • Twitter Tuesday: MacKinnon’s ‘struggles’; Francouz vs. Grubauer and team defense
    2020
  • • Bellinger: Altuve stole 2017 AL MVP from Judge
    Cody Bellinger, the reigning National League MVP, didn't hold back when commenting about the Astros' sign-stealing methods and ensuing apologies on Friday morning, moments before Dodgers pitchers and catchers conducted their first official workout....2020
  • • Cubs appear to be at a crossroads with Kris Bryant and beyond
    The Chicago Cubs are one of two teams without a guaranteed signing this offseason, and there’s a good chance their caution continues. By all accounts, the Cubs should have a chance to return to National League prominence in 2020, only if they make significant strides internally, according to Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun Times.  On that front, there are definitely issues to address. Star sh...2020
  • • ‘There aren’t a lot of him out there’: Former UMass teammates share stories, thoughts on Cale Makar
    Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images He was a “coaches dream” and an “unbelievable teammate,” according to his former colleagues On the ice, the talent of Colorado Avalanche rookie defenseman Cale Makar really speaks for itself. With just half a season’s worth of NHL games under his belt, so far all signs point to Makar being an elite defenseman in this league for years to come, and he has a...2020
  • • ‘It’s frustration’: Martin Kaut learning development takes time
    2019

Top National League Most news

  • • Source: Yankees near terms for Stanton trade
    The Yankees and Marlins are closing on terms for a trade for Giancarlo Stanton, a deal the reigning National League MVP would have to agree to under the terms of his no-trade clause, sources told ESPN....2017
  • • Report: Yanks reach deal to acquire Stanton
    The Yankees have reached an agreement to acquire National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton from the Marlins, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, who said early on Saturday morning that the parameters of a deal were "done."...2017
  • • Report: Yanks reach deal to acquire Stanton
    The Yankees have reached an agreement to acquire National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton from the Marlins, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, who said early on Saturday morning that the parameters of a deal were "done."...2017
  • • Reports: Pirates trade McCutchen to Giants
    The San Francisco Giants have agreed to acquire former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to multiple reports....2018
  • • Bellinger: Altuve stole 2017 AL MVP from Judge
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  • • Stanton fishes out close vote, wins NL MVP
    Giancarlo Stanton elevated his game in 2017, and now he stands alone atop the National League. Stanton won the NL Most Valuable Player Award as voted on by the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA) on Thursday night. The four-time All-Star right fielder is the first player in Marlins history to claim the NL's highest honor....2017
  • • National pride: Max repeats as NL Cy winner
    For the second consecutive season, Nationals right-hander Max Scherzer won the National League Cy Young Award. He becomes the first pitcher to win consecutive NL Cy Young Awards since Clayton Kershaw did so in 2013-14. This is Scherzer's third Cy Young Award overall, which puts him in elite company as he continues to rack up career accolades....2017
  • • Source: Stanton open to playing for Yankees
    National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton of the Marlins would be willing to consider a trade to the New York Yankees, according to ESPN and multiple reports....2017
  • • Source: Yanks reach deal to acquire Stanton
    The Yankees have reached an agreement to acquire National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton from the Marlins, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, who said early on Saturday morning that the parameters of a deal were "done."...2017
  • • Source: Yanks reach deal to acquire Stanton
    The Yankees have reached an agreement to acquire National League MVP Giancarlo Stanton from the Marlins, according to MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, who said early on Saturday morning that the parameters of a deal were "done."...2017
  • • Marlins' Stanton wins National League MVP
    Marlins' Stanton wins National League MVP...2017
  • • Giancarlo Stanton Will Join Yankees, Reports Say
    The National League M.V.P. would add yet another big bat to the Yankees’ lineup — as well as a huge contract....2017
  • • Kershaw to make Dodgers-record 8th OD start
    Three-time National League Cy Young Award winner Clayton Kershaw will get the ball for the Dodgers on Opening Day, manager Dave Roberts announced Tuesday....2018
  • • Giants to play Cutch in right field, Pence in left
    A day after acquiring Andrew McCutchen from the Pirates to patrol the spacious gaps at AT&T Park, the Giants revealed that they plan to play the former National League MVP in right field, moving him from the center-field position he held for most of his nine seasons in Pittsburgh. Incumbent Giants right fielder Hunter Pence will move to left field, according to manager Bruce Bochy, who added that ...2018

National League Most fantasy rankings and news

  • • Cody Bellinger's fantasy baseball stock just keeps on rising
    Cody Bellinger is living the life right about now. Not only are the Los Angeles Dodgers sporting an 8-3 record with baseball’s second-best run differential (+35) heading into Tuesday night, but there are also only three hitters with a better wRC+ than Bellinger’s 266 mark (Mike Trout, Tim Anderson and Tim Beckham). As if that wasn’t enough, the reigning National League Player of the Week is tied f...2019
  • • Projecting saves leaders for every NL team
    Eric Karabell projects which player will lead every National League team in saves to help fantasy managers draft closers this season....2019
  • • The case for the Nationals to win it all
    Once again, the Washington Nationals resemble as much of an impressive fantasy baseball draft as they do a ballclub that actually exists in real-life. They are a stunning collection of mostly mid-prime talent that has sent 12 representatives to the All-Star Game over the past three years. Led by a former MVP winner in Bryce Harper and the two-time reigning NL Cy Young recipient in Max Scherzer, th...2018
  • • Fan-friendly fantasy picks for all 15 NL teams
    While owners don't want to be ruled by their hearts on draft day, separating fantasy interests from a longstanding allegiance to your favorite team is a difficult exercise. But for National League fans, this team-by-team guide can help you stay true to your hometown club and make a smart fantasy pick....2018
  • • Fantasy reaction to Gordon's trade to Seattle
    Dee Gordon was dealt from Miami to Seattle, sending a bundle of stolen bases from the National League to the American League. Eric Karabell reviews the fantasy spin....2017

National League Most schedule, game

  • • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of expanded playoffs, universal DH
    2021
  • • MLBPA rejects MLB offer of universal DH, expanded playoffs?
    2021
  • • Offseason Outlook: Arizona Diamondbacks
    2021
  • Checking in on 2020's lowest-scoring MLB offenses
    • Checking in on 2020's lowest-scoring MLB offenses
    Three of the 2020 campaign’s five lowest-scoring offenses belonged to National League playoff teams, but that’s not an ideal outcome if you truly want to make noise in October....2020
  • • Checking In On 2020’s Lowest-Scoring Offenses
    Three of the 2020 campaign’s five lowest-scoring offenses belonged to National League playoff teams, but that’s not an ideal outcome if you truly want to make noise in October. Indeed, all three of those clubs (St. Louis, Cincinnati and Milwaukee) failed to advance beyond the playoffs’ initial round during the fall. So what have they…...2020
  • • Quick Hits: Rule Changes, Angels, McCann
    During a Zoom call with reporters, Rockies manager Bud Black suggested the possibility of teams losing their DH upon pulling their starting pitcher from the game, per Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times. The rule change’s purpose would be to deter the use of openers, while keeping some National League strategy in the game…...2020
  • Marlins turnaround nets Mattingly NL MOY honors
    • Marlins turnaround nets Mattingly NL MOY honors
    Don Mattingly was named National League Manager of the Year on Tuesday after guiding the Marlins to their first winning season since 2009 and first playoff appearance since 2003 -- all while overcoming a teamwide COVID-19 outbreak....2020
  • • Rockies Sign Dereck Rodriguez To Minor League Deal
    The Rockies have signed right-hander Dereck Rodriguez to a minor league contract with an invitation to major league spring training, according to his agent, Gavin Kahn of EnterSports Management. This deal means Rodriguez will return to the National League West, where he spent most of the prior three seasons with the Giants organization. The Giants…...2020
  • • Braves vs. Dodgers: NLCS Game 7 live stream, prediction, TV channel, watch MLB playoffs online
    The National League pennant will be decided Sunday night...2020
  • Dodgers' Taylor (ankle) out of Game 6 lineup
    • Dodgers' Taylor (ankle) out of Game 6 lineup
    Chris Taylor wasn't in the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting lineup for Game 6 of the National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, a day after injuring his right ankle....2020

National League Most rumors, scandals, hoax

  • • How the 2019-20 Colorado Avalanche were assembled: Part 1
    2020
  • • Mike Fiers downplays MLB's concerns about his safety
    Major League Baseball is prepared to offer extra security to Oakland A’s pitcher Mike Fiers in light of his role as the whistleblower in the Houston Astros cheating scandal. Fiers, on the other hand, doesn’t really want that. Commissioner Rob Manfred pledged to take "every possible step" to protect Fiers wherever he plays in 2020, including the possibility of added security. Fiers, however, thinks...2020
  • • Dusty Baker to reportedly be named manager of Astros
    The Houston Astros will have more than a few distractions to deal with as they head into spring training and the 2020 season, and they are reportedly hiring an experienced manager to help navigate them through it. Dusty Baker is expected to be named the next manager of the Astros, a person familiar with the hiring told USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. The deal had not been finalized as of Tuesday morn...2020
  • • Dusty Baker to be named manager of Astros
    The Houston Astros will have more than a few distractions to deal with as they head into spring training and the 2020 season, and they are reportedly hiring an experienced manager to help navigate them through it. Dusty Baker is expected to be named the next manager of the Astros, a person familiar with the hiring told USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. The deal had not been finalized as of Tuesday morn...2020
  • • Dusty Baker expected to be named manager of Astros
    The Houston Astros will have more than a few distractions to deal with as they head into spring training and the 2020 season, and they are reportedly hiring an experienced manager to help navigate them through it. Dusty Baker is expected to be named the next manager of the Astros, a person familiar with the hiring told USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. The deal had not been finalized as of Tuesday morn...2020
  • • Corey Seager says offseason trade speculation 'surprised' him
    Corey Seager is admitting to being a bit taken aback by recent developments. Speaking with reporters on Saturday, the Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop said that he was “surprised” by his inclusion in trade rumors this offseason but was “not bothered” by them, per Ken Gurnick of MLB.com. Seager, 25, is coming off a 2019 season during which he hit .272 with an .817 OPS. He also tied for the National Le...2020
  • • Brad Ausmus interviewing for Astros manager job
    Another experienced candidate has emerged as the Houston Astros hunt for a new manager. According to Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, former Tigers and Angels manager Brad Ausmus is a candidate for the Houston manager job, and is in town to interview for the position on Friday. Ausmus was very closely linked to the Astros during his playing days. He spent parts of ten seasons there, and was a member of...2020
  • • Getaway Day: Does anybody want to win the NL East?
    Do any of you want to win the National League East? The others teams in the division don’t seem to want it. Going into Wednesday night, the Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets, Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals were separated by 3.5 games. The Phillies and the Mets were the only teams with winning records and each team has glaring holes that could easily be fixed. The NL East (except for th...2019
  • • This Christian Yelich statistic is pretty outrageous
    Clearly, being the reigning National League MVP isn’t enough for Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich. While there’s still about five months of baseball left before writers are tasked with voting for Senior Circuit’s best player, the 27-year-old is already making a case to win the award again. As he enters Tuesday’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Yelich is slashing .337/.439/.820 w...2019
  • • How AL teams have addressed their weakest positions of 2018
    We took a look this morning at what National League teams have done to improve their weakest position (as per bWAR) from the past season, and now let’s turn our attention to the 15 American League clubs. Angels (Third base, -0.1 bWAR): Unfortunately for the Halos, this was a close competition to decide their least-productive position, as they received an even 0.0 bWAR from first base and only 0.1 ...2019

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