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• Latest On Yu Darvish
Yu Darvish’s 2025 debut may be getting closer, as the veteran right-hander threw 48 pitches over three innings of a simulated-game situation on Thursday at the Padres’ Spring Training facility. Darvish has spent the entire season on the injured list after developing elbow inflammation during spring camp in mid-March, but despite the long layoff, Padres…...2025
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• Game Thread #39: Milwaukee Brewers (19-19) @ Tampa Bay Rays (16-21)

Benny Sieu-Imagn Images Brewers open series against Tampa at George Steinbrenner Field The Brewers open a six-game road trip tonight with the first of three in Tampa against the Rays at George Steinbrenner Field, the Yankees’ spring training park. (If you want to know why Tampa under normal circumstances would play in a dome, check the weather for the weekend, and cross your fingers that t...2025
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• Three takeaways from the White Sox season so far

KANSAS CITY, MO - MAY 05: Shane Smith #64 of the Chicago White Sox pitches during the game between the Chicago White Sox and the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Monday, May 5, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. | Tanner Gatlin/MLB Photos via Getty Images Simply put, Chicago’s struggles were expected — but not to this degree The White Sox have completed more than 20% of the season, an...2025
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• The time for the Braves to roster a third catcher is now

Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy’s offensive ability demand the move. The time is now. An easy argument could be made that time should have been when the Atlanta Braves added Eddie Rosario to the active roster two weeks ago. It is time for the Braves to add a third catcher to their active roster. Last night, starting catcher Sean ...2025
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• Chet Lemon Q&A

Steve Snowden/Getty Images Our historian, Mark Liptak, shares his 2004 conversation with the star center fielder With news of Chet Lemon’s passing on Thursday, our Mark Liptak was in touch quickly from the road, taking time out of his broadcasting work to share his interview with Chet from 2004. It follows here, in edited form. Chet Lemon is another one of those very good White Sox playe...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save

Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images We’re still awaiting Craig Kimbrel’s official return to the Atlanta Braves but for now, enjoy this blast from the past. Braves Franchise History 1914: Before 18,000, Christy Mathewson scatters ten hits in shutting down the Braves, 2-0. A Jack Meyers double of Lefty Tyler accounts for both New York runs. Boston is now 3-11, ten games behind the Pirate...2025
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• Latest On Yu Darvish
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• Chet Lemon Q&A
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save
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• Baseball history unpacked, May 9

RVR Photos-Imagn Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Mark Grace* hits for the cycle, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narratives to follow as they unfold over ...2025
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• BCB After Dark: What should Cubs fans expect from Cade Horton?

Cade Horton pitches against the Los Angeles Angels during Spring Training | Photo by Marison Bilagody/MLB Photos via Getty Images It’s been reported that the Cubs will call up their top pitching prospect. We’re having a wild day at the late-week, late-night, indie coffee shop where we are all stunned that the new Pope is from Chicago. It’s the talk of the bar where we’re mixing up any cock...2025
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• The Game I’ll Never Forget: Chet Lemon

Sole Star: Potent with the glove and bat, Lemon was a two-time All-Star on the South Side. | Bettmann Archive An, er, active day on defense sent an all-time great out to center field [On the occasion of Chet Lemon’s passing today, we are reprinting his entertaining story of transforming into a record-breaking center fielder. This piece originally ran at South Side Sox in 2018.] *** Chet Le...2025
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• The Brewers need their big three

Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Milwaukee needs more from Contreras, Yelich, and Chourio So far this season, the Milwaukee Brewers have been okay. Their starting pitching, which became a point of major concern when injuries decimated their depth early in the season, stabilized quickly and the team currently ranks a respectable 12th in starter ERA. The bullpen has struggled at times, but the...2025
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• San Diego Padres offense getting healthy and ready for a hot stretch

San Diego Padres Manny Machado | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Jackson Merrill has returned from the injury list and Jake Cronenworth should be activated by the weekend. By week’s end, the San Diego Padres starting lineup should be fully intact with the expected return of Jake Cronenworth for the Colorado Rockies series. The team is playing great baseball as they battle the Los Angele...2025
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• Washington Nationals vs Cleveland Guardians Game Thread

Washington Nationals catcher Riley Adam’s celebrates hitting a solo home run with Jacob Young. | James A. Pittman-Imagn Images Final game of a three-game series as the Washington Nationals (18-20) try to defend their home turf against the Cleveland Guardians (21-15) As the Washington Nationals fight to get back to a winning record, they have an opportunity to win back-to-back series and o...2025
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• What to expect in Michael Soroka’s Nationals return

Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images After over a month on the shelf, Michael Soroka is back in the Nationals rotation Michael Soroka is back after missing about a month with an arm injury. When he left the game against the Jays, many feared for the worst, but it was only biceps soreness. If Soroka is on his game, he can be a valuable piece to this rotation. Dave Martinez said Michael Soroka will st...2025
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• Gearing up

In one day, I will be on a long-awaited vacation. It's my first vacation since Thanksgiving -- and, yes, I know that's a cue for someone to say they haven't had a vacation in 20 years -- but it seems like a long time to me. Also, this vacation actually ushers in "The Vacation Season," which lasts until the sad, sad final moments of August. During work week-after-work week I t...2025
• This Day in Braves History: Braves take part in first-ever game at Nationals Park

The ending stunk but oh well! It’s in the past! Braves Franchise History 2008: The Atlanta Braves and the Nationals play the first game ever at Nationals Park with Atlanta falling 3-2 when Ryan Zimmerman hits a walk-off home run off Peter Moylan. MLB History 1948: Cardinals pitcher Murry Dickson becomes the first pitcher to throw a nine-inning no-hitter in spring training history. 1966: Dodgers...2025
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• Friday Rockpile: 5 Opening Day wishes for the Colorado Rockies

Allan Henry-Imagn Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Friday, March 27, 2025 Before the Rockies have even played a game, they are already three games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers. Here we go again. Today, at 2:10 p.m. MT, the Rockies will begin their 2025 campaign. With 26 out of 30 MLB teams opening the season on Thursday, and the Dodgers and Cubs having played two games March...2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for March 24, 2025

Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images We will have real baseball this week! Vinnie Pasquantino exited Saturday’s game with a hamstring strain. “I feel fine,” Pasquantino said as he got ready to leave with the team for the airport and then fly to Texas. “I don’t want to put any timeframe on it, but I don’t think – my gut tells me it’s not going to affect anything. But my gut is not the medical st...2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for March 20, 2025

Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images One week until Opening Day. Daniel Lynch IV’s last Spring Training outing could hint at his role this season: Lynch will get a few appearances out of the bullpen this week as the Cactus League schedule wraps up, with an inning Wednesday and two scheduled on Friday, while Kris Bubic remains in the rotation and is scheduled for his sixth spring game (fifth st...2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for March 14, 2025

Did you think you’d see Daniel Mengden today? | Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images Asia baseball previews begin today with the CPBL At Royals.com, Anne Rogers writes about how Hunter Renfroe is, say it with me everyone, in the best shape of his life! Renfroe came into camp this year leaner, thanks to offseason training that included going to a physical therapist and focusing on his diet a...2025
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• Snap me perfect: The Darrell Porter story

The catcher’s autobiography reveals the demons that haunted him. Note: This article deals with drug abuse and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, please reach out for help. You’re not alone and it’s never too late. Pick up the phone and call the National Drug Helpline at 844-289-0879 or the 24/7 National Drug Addiction Hotline at 855-970-1593. The Roya...2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for February 26, 2025

Photo by Jeremy Chen/Getty Images The best slugger in Northwest Arkansas Naturals history is back in Kansas City. MLB.com’s Anne Rogers and David Adler look at some of the intense work from Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. this spring at getting better on the basepaths. They’re incorporating audio components along with the visual technology on when to react, as well as ways to o...2025
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• Phanatic fanatic: Harper sports tattoo of mascot
Phillies star Bryce Harper arrived at spring training sporting a tattoo on his right arm of the team's iconic Phillie Phanatic mascot zooming around on an all-terrain vehicle....2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for February 24, 2025

Photo by Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images Maikel Garcia is making adjustments. Jac Caglianone hit his first spring training home run on Sunday. “That was loud,” manager Matt Quatraro said. “And it didn’t look like a huge effort on his part, either. We know he’s got huge pop, but to be able to put that good of a swing on the ball in a game like that, close game, controlling his emotions like that...2025
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"While that might lead to a significant break-in time compared to the Yankees (who made the switch in Spring Training), the end result could be some of the highest hitting numbers we’ve ever seen in Major League Baseball."

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"Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees' spring field"

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"The beginning of the 2021 season was also affected by the pandemic, with Spring Training shortened."

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"Atlanta Braves Bring Back Veteran Reliever Jesse Chavez"

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"Tylor Megill came out of nowhere to become potential Mets saving grace"

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"Sources: MLB finalizing return-to-play proposal"

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"It’s a minor league deal with a non-roster invitation for Spring Training."

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"Yanks acquire QB Wilson in trade with Rangers"

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"The first home run of Spring Training 2017 belongs to the Yankees' Didi Gregorius, who went deep on the first pitch he saw in Friday's Grapefruit League opener against the Phillies."

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"Pirates Fan Saves Kid in the Stands from Getting Hit in the Face with Bat"

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"QB Wilson accepts invite to spring training"

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"The World Series-champion Giants will open their Spring Training schedule on March 3 against the Athletics at newly renovated HoHoKam Stadium in Mesa, Ariz."

• Three takeaways from the White Sox season so far
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• Chet Lemon Q&A
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• BCB After Dark: What should Cubs fans expect from Cade Horton?
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• The Game I’ll Never Forget: Chet Lemon
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• San Diego Padres offense getting healthy and ready for a hot stretch
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• Weekly Pebble Report: April Players of the Month and ACL Begins! (April 28th - May 5th)

Colorado Rockies minor league report for Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 Now entering the month of may, there’s even more baseball and prospect news to discuss. The Arizona Complex League has begun, we’ve got our first organizational Players of the Month, and it’s time once again for your Weekly Pebble Report! Organizational Players of the Month: April 2025 He’s on Hughes control: Although he’s been on a...2025
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• Nationals Prospects: A look at the happenings on the Nats farm

Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images Taking a look at some notable performances down on the farm A few weeks ago, I did a stock report on some of the Nationals prospects. In the time that has passed, a lot has changed. Guys have gotten hot, guys have slowed down, and some players have made their season debuts. I will look at some of those players and give an update on the farm. Heating up: Seaver...2025
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• San Diego Padres Stephen Kolek is worth keeping an eye on

San Diego Padres Stephen Kolek | Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images The Friars pitching prospect could be the missing piece for the starting rotation. A rainy weekend in Pittsburgh has put the San Diego Padres back on their winning ways. A three-game sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates was a great start to a three-city, nine-game road trip. But Sunday’s pitching performance by starter Stephen K...2025
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• Nancy Faust is coming back to Sox Park!

At long last, Nancy Faust makes her return to White Sox games. | Chicago White Sox Six dates starting May 11, tied in to the 125th Anniversary celebrations At long last, legendary Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust makes her return to Sox Park. She will play on six Sundays, beginning this coming Sunday, May 11 and extending through August. Faust’s contributions to the White Sox, baseba...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save
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• Baseball history unpacked, May 9
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• BCB After Dark: What should Cubs fans expect from Cade Horton?
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• The Brewers need their big three
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• Washington Nationals vs Cleveland Guardians Game Thread
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• Weekly Pebble Report: April Players of the Month and ACL Begins! (April 28th - May 5th)
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• Nationals Prospects: A look at the happenings on the Nats farm
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• San Diego Padres Stephen Kolek is worth keeping an eye on
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• How Many Times Would the Twins Have Benefited From ABS On Called Strike Threes In April?

Although it’s been used in the minor leagues since 2023, MLB’s implementation of its automatic balls and strikes system (ABS) in spring training this year caught the attention of fans and players. Despite the positive results and high approval from players and fans, the league office has indicated it will wait another season before introducing it to MLB....2025
• Monday Rockpile: The Rockies are repeating mistakes of the past with Adael Amador

Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Monday, May 5th, 2025 This situation should sound familiar. The Colorado Rockies part ways with their established second baseman, knowing that a highly-touted and heavily-valued second-base prospect is waiting in the wings. However, the organization gets cold feet about handing the young man the starting job right out of the...2025
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• Chet Lemon Q&A
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• The Game I’ll Never Forget: Chet Lemon
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• Washington Nationals vs Cleveland Guardians Game Thread
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• Nancy Faust is coming back to Sox Park!
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• White Sox Minor League Update: April 29, 2025

Batter up! Colson Montgomery is headed out West, hoping to find the hole in his swing. | David Durochik/Diamond Images via Getty Images Colson Montgomery is en route to Arizona for a desert swing tune-up while Knights, Dash, and Ballers all earn Ws The big league club is back at home, and that meant it was Chris Getz Media Day for all those who celebrate. There was much of the usual GM-sp...2025
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• Checking in on notable former Braves players

Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images A month into the 2025 season, here’s a look at how ex-Braves are doing across the big leagues. A month has passed in the 2025 season, and after a rocky start, the Atlanta Braves seem to be finding their mojo again. As with every season, the Braves are finding a new normal after saying goodbye to a number of long-time members of the big league roster af...2025
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• Braves Minor League Recap: EJ Exposito hits for the cycle

45 bats during the Saturday afternoon Spring Training baseball game between the Atlanta Braves and the Baltimore Orioles on March 9, 2024 at CoolToday Park in North Port, Florida. (Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Exposito led the way in a 16 run outburst for the Emperors. There wasn’t much offense for the Atlanta Braves affiliates on Saturday, but the Rome Emper...2025
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• Tuesday Rockpile: Kyle Freeland’s new pitch: So far, a sweeping success

Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Kyle Freeland started with a new tool in his arsenal: a sweeper that’s so far been bringing success to the Colorado Rockies lefty. Its development happened quickly. “I started messing with it, grips and stuff, started throwing it in ‘pens before spring training started,” Freeland said, “kind ...2025
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• Kyle Freeland’s new pitch: So far, a sweeping success

Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Kyle Freeland started with a new tool in his arsenal: a sweeper that’s so far been bringing the Colorado Rockies lefty success. Its development happened quickly. “I started messing with it, grips and stuff, started throwing it in ‘pens before spring training started,” Freeland said, “kind of ...2025
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• Why Nick Castellanos’ home run odds were locked after Pope Francis’ death

It’s his time to shine. Whenever tragedy hits, so does Nick Castellanos. It’s become baseball’s biggest meme, and on Monday after the death of Pope Francis was announced by the Vatican naturally bettors saw the opportunity to cash in. Nick Castellanos HR odds are now locked https://t.co/ibhz8OdA3q pic.twitter.com/vHTUYPrapu— Luke Arcaini (@ArcainiLuke) April 21, 2025 MLB home run odds are op...2025
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• Pirates Fan Saves Kid in the Stands from Getting Hit in the Face with Bat
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• QB Wilson accepts invite to spring training
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has again accepted an offer to appear at the Rangers' spring training complex in Surprise, Arizona....2015
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• Sources: MLB finalizing return-to-play proposal
MLB expects to offer a return-to-play proposal to the players' union within a week as teams have begun to encourage players to prepare for a "spring" training that could begin in mid-June and a season that would start in early July, sources told ESPN....2020
• Will Ferrell to play every position for 10 teams in one day
In a role filled with hopes and dreams, Will Ferrell will be at five different Spring Training ballparks in Arizona on Thursday as production begins on a new HBO special from "Funny Or Die," in partnership with Major League Baseball. Dedicating the special to the fight against cancer, Ferrell is also honoring the historic feat of Bert Campaneris five decades ago by playing every position on the fi...2015
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• Sources: MLB plans to suspend spring training
Spring training is expected to be suspended Thursday, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan, and the start of the season is likely to be delayed....2020
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• Will Ferrell to play every position for 10 teams in one day
In a role filled with hopes and dreams, Will Ferrell will be at five different Spring Training ballparks in Arizona on Thursday as production begins on a new HBO special from "Funny Or Die," in partnership with Major League Baseball. Dedicating the special to the fight against cancer, Ferrell is also honoring the historic feat of Bert Campaneris five decades ago by playing every position on the fi...2015
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• Report: Russell Wilson to appear at Rangers' spring training again in 2015
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• Kelly locks down Yanks as Sox secure series win
Joe Kelly, slowed by a right biceps injury in Spring Training, was superb in his first start of 2015, retiring 17 straight Yankees during one stretch of his seven innings of one-hit ball in Boston's 8-4 win over the Yankees. Adam Warren tossed 5 1/3 innings to take the loss for New York....2015
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• Ben Rice Continues Torrid Start for Yankees - April 10, 2025
Ben Rice (1B/DH-Yankees) Rice continues his torrid start with his 3rd home run of the season. Now sporting a .306 batting average and 1.086 OPS, Rice has seemingly taken over as the Yankees everyday leadoff hitter. He displays characteristics of a more "modern" top of the order hitter as he has drawn 7 walks and struck out 11 times over 11 games while displaying big power with 6 xbh. He is 2 for...2025
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• Carpenter and Torkelson Power the Tigers - April 6, 2025
Kerry Carpenter (OF-DET) went deep again as he went 1-5 with a 2-run jack against the White Sox on Saturday. The 27 year-old is now off to a solid start to the 2025 campaign as he's now hitting .250 with 3 homers, 8 RBI, and 4 runs scored across 29 PA thanks to the last two games, during which he's hit all 3 dingers. Thanks, in part at least, to Riley Green and a resurgent Spencer Torkelson hittin...2025
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• AL Week 2 Strategy-April 5, 2025
In The Field SS Zach Neto started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Salt Lake City. He hit a solo home run on Thursday night. He is getting closer to a return because he was able to play in the field on Friday night. He is tracking towards a return sometime next week. He is looking to build off his strong 2024 season (.249 AVG with 23 HR/30 SB). The Angels have been mixing and matching at short w...2025
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• Bullish on Kyle Manzardo - March 31, 2025
Kyle Manzardo (DH-CLE) continued his hot start to the new campaign by going 2-5 with a 2-run bomb against the Royals on Sunday afternoon. The 24 year-old did not impress in 156 PA as he made his MLB debut a season ago, logging a .234 average, 5 homers, and 15 RBI while fanning at a 26.5% clip. But Manzardo has been on a tear since spring training this year, as he posted a .321 average, 4 dingers, ...2025
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• Soto Slugs first HR for Mets in Win - March 29, 2025
Juan Soto (OF - Mets) Soto hit his first home with the Mets Friday night. There isn't much more to be said about one of the best players in all of baseball. Soto has a chance for a huge season driving in runs hitting behind Francisco Lindor and scoring runs via Pete Alonso's bat. One fun Juan Soto fact: 2019 was the last time Soto had more strikeouts than walks and should easily get to his third ...2025
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• Rookies made the Opening Day Roster-March 27, 2025
Welcome Back! We have an exciting Opening Day 2025 on tap for Thursday, March 27. Cam Smith-Astros-RF The Astros made the announcement that 3B Cam Smith has made the roster, and the expectation is that he will play right field. He was the centerpiece of the Kyle Tucker trade. Smith played in 32 games in the minors last year after getting drafted in the first round. He hit .313 with 7 HR, 20 R...2025
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• Vets on the move - March 24th, 2025
Willy Adames landed in San Fransisco, signing a seven-year deal this offseason. The 29-year-old bounced back in 2024 after a career-worst 2023 campaign. He hit .217 with a 94 wRC+ and 24 homers in '23. Last season, he hit .251 with a 119 wRC+ and tallied 32 homers and 110 RBIs (both career highs). Adames has been scorching with his new team in spring training, slashing a ridiculous .364/.429/.614 ...2025
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• Coming Down the Homestretch- Preseason Prep- March 23, 2025
As we come close to the domestic Opening Day on Thursday, rosters and rotations are falling in line. Players are getting slotted into where they will open the season. There are also still some moves. And, of course, not a day goes by without some injury news to raise questions about how playing time will be impacted. The Tigers were a surprise participant in the 2024 postseason. P Tarik Skubal ca...2025
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• Preseason Prep - March 22, 2025
Matt Shaw Shaw made his big league debut with the Cubs a couple days ago, and boy was it on a big stage. The Cubs rookie played third during their series in Japan. Shaw went 1-9 during that series, but that isn't really notable. What is notable is that Shaw is now creeping up draft boards, and with multi-positional eligibility between 2B, 3B, and SS, there is a ton of intrigue. He stole 31 bags a...2025
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• Fantasy Baseball Draft Prep - March 21, 2025
Alexis Diaz, CIN Diaz has struggled mightily this spring, allowing 5 ER's in 2.1 IP with 5 BB's, 1 HBP and just 1 K across his 3 appearances. It was almost a given heading into spring training that Diaz would be the Reds closer in 2025, but that is very much in question right now, and there's even a possibility that he opens the season in the minors. Diaz already showed significant decline last...2025
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• Game Thread #39: Milwaukee Brewers (19-19) @ Tampa Bay Rays (16-21)
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• The time for the Braves to roster a third catcher is now
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• Chet Lemon Q&A
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel records his 100th career save
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• Baseball history unpacked, May 9
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• BCB After Dark: What should Cubs fans expect from Cade Horton?
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• Rafael Devers blasts Boston Red Sox front office for asking him to play first base

Following a drama-filled spring training between Rafael Devers and the Boston Red Sox, new controversy surrounds the three-time All-Star....2025
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• Padres Release Andrew Bellatti
The Padres released right-hander Andrew Bellatti, who’d been pitching with their Triple-A affiliate, per the team’s transaction log. The former Phillies righty signed a minor league deal with the Friars late during spring training. Bellatti has pitched only 4 2/3 innings in El Paso, but they haven’t gone well. The 33-year-old surrendered six runs on…...2025
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• The Game I’ll Never Forget: Chet Lemon
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• The Brewers need their big three
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• BCB After Dark: What should Cubs fans expect from Cade Horton?
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• San Diego Padres offense getting healthy and ready for a hot stretch
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• Today in White Sox History: April 29

After 21 losses, Frank Robinson and the Baltimore Orioles finally got a 1988 win — at the expense of the White Sox. Baltimore breaks a shameful streak, in Chicago 1901 Shortstop Frank Shugart hit the first home run in White Sox history. It came in the eighth inning of a 3-2 loss to Detroit, off of future South Side starter Frank Owen. Ironically, the 1901 season was the only one Shugart w...2025
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• Are the Braves handling Drake Baldwin correctly?

Dale Zanine-Imagn Images Should the Braves continue their catching situation as is or make an adjustment? A common saying you’ll hear around baseball is young players need to play. Bench roles are usually better spent on veteran players who are used to staying ready without consistent playing time and developing players need to be in the lineup everyday to, well, develop. The 2025 Atlanta ...2025
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• Atlanta Braves Minor League Recap: Didier Fuentes makes Double-A debut

Photo by George Kubas/Diamond Images via Getty Images While the final line mine not strike inspiration, the 19 year old more than handled his own against increased competition. (10-16) Gwinnett Stripers 2, (21-6) Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp 3 Carlos Rodriguez, CF: 2-for-4, HR, RBI, R, .278/.297/.389 Sandy León, C: 1-for-3, HR, R, RBI, .182/.265/.386 Chad Kuhl, SP: 3IP 3H 0R 5BB 3K, 6.75 ERA...2025
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• Spoiler alert: Here’s how the 2025 Braves season will play out

Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Past results may not be indicative of future performance, but don’t doubt the Battery Power Almanac. There’s that meme. You know the one. “What a week, huh?” “Lemon, it’s Wednesday.” The 2025 Atlanta Braves regular season isn’t even a month old and it’s already been a long season. The lack of free agent signings to bolster the pit...2025
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• What’s going on with Chris Sale’s velocity?

Photo by Kathryn Skeean/MLB Photos via Getty Images Everyone is talking about it elsewhere, may as well do so here. By this point, you’re probably aware that 2025 Chris Sale hasn’t had 2024 NL Cy Young Chris Sale results. His three Game Scores (v2) have been 53, 51, and 33 last night; in 2024, he didn’t have three Game Scores at 53 or below until getting blown up by the Athletics on June 1...2025
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• Was the infamous 2016 Braves prospect ranking actually that bad?

Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images It raised the ire of Braves fans across then internet, but did FanGraphs actually get it wrong back in 2015? Back in 2015, when all Atlanta Braves fans had was the hope and wishes on prospects as the Braves were in the midst of their first full-fledged rebuild since the late 1980’s, FanGraphs released a prospect ranking of the top ...2025
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• Four solutions for the Royals’ biggest problem

John Rave #96 of the Kansas City Royals dives for a ball | Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images The specter of a failed call-up shouldn’t prevent the Royals from attempting to improve their roster A week and a half into the season is still too early to panic. You know it, I know it, we all know it. But, the thing is, this is more like 53 weeks into the season - at least when it comes to extre...2025
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• Luis Robert Jr trade rumors persist despite slow season start

Luis Robert Jr. needs to remember he has to play well enough now, in order to be traded soon. | Matt Dirksen/Getty Images Hypothetical deals continue to be thrown around, even though the centerpiece isn’t hitting well enough to be traded Well, it was fun while it lasted. Spring Training Luis Robert Jr. is officially gone, and mid-season, struggling Robert is back on the team. The differen...2025
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