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• Shane Bieber, Guardians agree to deal: Former Cy Young winner returning to Cleveland, per report

Bieber underwent Tommy John surgery in April and is expected back several months into the 2025 season...2024
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• Braves look to fortify their roster with MLB’s Winter Meetings starting very soon

Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images The Winter Meetings are finally upon us and we could see Alex Anthopoulos and Atlanta’s front office making some big moves over in Dallas This Sunday marks the beginning of the annual Winter Meetings for Major League Baseball. The four-day long gathering of front office members, agents and some players is a major event that takes place each offseason and...2024
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• One last time before the year ends

I did my usual blog post ritual Tuesday, writing it up in the early afternoon and then setting a publish time for a few hours in the future. The post did publish and it appeared on everyone's blog rolls, but it didn't show up on the blogger dashboard/reading list. That's happened periodically over the years and eventually it does show up. I waited and waited and it still didn't. It's on...2024
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic

Photo by Kevin D. Liles./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images The once-intriguing offseason addition didn’t change his outlook much in 2024 Jarred Kelenic was one of the more intriguing offseason stories for the Braves. With an impressive pedigree but a lack of results at the major league level, Atlanta took on a bunch of salary to get a very team-controlled Kelenic, despite his lack of success. Di...2024
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• Rays Rumors: Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs generating trade interest

Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images The Tampa Bay Rays roster churn may continue as two core members of the team’s pitching staff, also two of the team’s highest paid players, are generating trade interest. The Rays are sure to be active on the trade market as they have several players that teams would love to add to their respective rosters. The MLB Winter Meetings take place next w...2024
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Josiah Gray and the bumpy road back…

Notes and quotes on Josiah Gray, TJS, and the long road back… “I’m a little concerned right now,” Davey Martinez told reporters on July 2nd, after Josiah Gray struggled on the mound in a minor league start. Gray, who turns 27 later this month, was five outings into a rehab assignment after landing on the IL two starts into the 2024 campaign, with what doctors determined was, “... a right elbow/for...2024
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• Shane Bieber, Guardians agree to deal: Former Cy Young winner returning to Cleveland, per report
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• Braves look to fortify their roster with MLB’s Winter Meetings starting very soon
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic
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• Rays Rumors: Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs generating trade interest
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Josiah Gray and the bumpy road back…
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• Royals Planning To Move Kris Bubic Back To Rotation
The Royals intend to use Kris Bubic as a starting pitcher in 2025, write Will Sammon, Katie Woo and Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic. The southpaw pitched out of the bullpen this past season after a 14-month layoff rehabbing Tommy John surgery. Kansas City presumably always intended for Bubic’s relief role to be a short-term…...2024
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• The Matthew Boyd signing by the numbers

David Dermer-Imagn Images If you liked Drew Smyly have I got a pitcher for you Yesterday the Cubs signed an interesting but oft-injured pitcher in Matthew Boyd. With the deal coming in at two years and $30 million it’s pretty clear they see him as a starter. The more research and time I spent processing this free agent signing the more I convinced myself that I’ve seen this movie before, b...2024
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• A few thoughts about new Cubs lefthander Matthew Boyd

Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images This could be a good value signing. Or not. As always, we await developments. As you know, the Cubs signed lefthander Matthew Boyd to a two-year, $29 million contract very early Monday. The signing has not yet been officially announced by the team. You can read Josh’s thoughts about Boyd at the link above. But I also have opinions! So here they are. Boyd ...2024
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• Should the Colorado Rockies sign Kirby Yates?

Photo by Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, December 3, 2024 Because it’s that very slow time in the offseason — unless you happen to be Juan Soto or a team hoping to sign Juan Soto — between the end of awards season and the start of the Winter Meetings next week, there’s little baseball news to discuss. (Seriously: Just rebrand the MLB Network the ...2024
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Stockpiling starting pitching in D.C.

Notes and quotes on the Nationals’ pitching depth and the plan moving forward... Washington Nationals’ starters Jake Irvin (33) and MacKenzie Gore (32) got up to 30 starts this past season, “… while Mitchell Parker [29] fell just short in his rookie season.” The three starters, Irvin (27), Gore (25), and Parker (25), give the club, “... a strong foundation moving into the 2025 season and beyond,” ...2024
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• Royals Rumblings - News for October 2, 2024

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Game 1 victory! Maikel Garcia had a big walk and steal to score the only run of Game 1. “That was the difference,” said Royals manager Matt Quatraro. “He works a tremendous at-bat for the walk, steals second, scores on the hit. That is the difference in the game, and we know his capabilities. We know how good he is at stealing bases. Everyone does, right...2024
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• BCB After Dark: What about Jack Flaherty?

Photo by Kelly Gavin/MLB Photos via Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should sign free agent pitcher Jack Flaherty/ It’s another Wednesday evening here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re glad you decided to stop by. We’re having an End of the Season Sale. The cover charge ha...2024
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• Wednesday Rockpile: Goodbye Charlie

Photo by Kyle Cooper/Colorado Rockies/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Wednesday, September 24, 2024 Charlie’s on a vacation far away Come to Coors and talk it over. So many things that I want to say, You know I like my players a little bit Nazty I just wanna see your hits tonight I don’t wanna lose your hits tonight! 14 years is a long time to spend for a big league career...2024
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• Thursday Rockpile: The Rowland Rockies Stadium Tour

Colorado Rockies news and links for Thursday, September 19, 2024 I was eight years old when it was announced that Colorado would be awarded a baseball franchise. Born and raised in the state of Colorado, up until that point, I was naturally a fan of the Bash Brother-led Oakland Athletics, with a father who grew up in New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado as a fan of the Big Red Machine in the 70s. My...2024
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• Braves Prospects Weekly Report: Drake Baldwin stands out with two home runs

Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports Recently named to the Futures Game roster, Baldwin has quickly asserted his place among the system’s best July 4th week has come and gone, and it was an exciting group of games for the Gwinnett Stripers and the rest of the Atlanta Braves system. Drake Baldwin and Nacho Alvarez have stayed hot at the plate, and while some concerns are being exposed they...2024
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• My summer baseball reading list

Just take a look, it’s in a book. When I was about 10 years old, I got really into baseball. I was a bookish kid already, so anytime I went to the library I checked out two kinds of books - Matt Christopher novels and baseball biographies. Matt Christopher wrote a series of fictional kids books about baseball like Catcher with a Glass Arm and The Kid Who Only Hit Homers, which I loved. I also love...2024
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• Scott Miller's Starting 9: Fifty-Six Reasons to Pay Attention in Spring Training
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2024
"Guardians ace Shane Bieber will have season-ending Tommy John elbow surgery, a major blow to the team and the 2020 Cy Young winner."

2023
"He would have Tommy John surgery in early 1999 and miss the entire season, not returning until May 2000, and threw that many pitches only three other times, twice in 2003 and once in 2004."

2022
"Phillies' Harper undergoes Tommy John surgery"

2021
"Snydergaard pitched just two innings last season following his recovery from Tommy John surgery"

2020
"New York Mets right-hander Noah Syndergaard has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow and will undergo Tommy John surgery this week, the team announced Tuesday."

2019
"The Angels' Shohei Ohtani completed the final step in his rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery and will return to Japan, where he'll recover for his anticipated return to a two-way role next season."

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"Tommy John red flags?"

2017
"Gleyber Torres, the Yankees' top prospect, according to MLB Pipeline, will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the rest of this season after tearing the ulnar collateral ligament in his left (non-throwing) elbow during a collision at home plate in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre's game on Saturday."

2016
"Brandon McCarthy won his second consecutive start after returning from Tommy John surgery, with the Dodgers bullpen finishing off the final four innings of a three-hitter and 4-3 win over the Padres on Saturday afternoon at Dodger Stadium."

2015
"At first it was noted he might need Tommy John surgery."

2014
"In the past, Matt Harvey has battled with the Mets over aspects of his rehab from Tommy John surgery."

• Braves look to fortify their roster with MLB’s Winter Meetings starting very soon
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• One last time before the year ends
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic
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• Rays Rumors: Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs generating trade interest
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Josiah Gray and the bumpy road back…
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• The Matthew Boyd signing by the numbers
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• A few thoughts about new Cubs lefthander Matthew Boyd
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• Should the Colorado Rockies sign Kirby Yates?
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Stockpiling starting pitching in D.C.
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• Cubs sign left-handed starter Matthew Boyd

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The Cubs signed the talented but oft-injured left-hander to a two-year deal worth $30 million. The Cubs signed left-handed starter Matthew Boyd to a two-year, $30 million deal, The deal was first reported by Jon Heyman. Boyd gets $29M for 2 years. $14.5M a year Plus $1M pbs (500K each year) #Cubs https://t.co/qy3QNP82pR— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) Decembe...2024
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• Braves look to fortify their roster with MLB’s Winter Meetings starting very soon
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic
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• Rays Rumors: Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs generating trade interest
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• The Matthew Boyd signing by the numbers
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• A few thoughts about new Cubs lefthander Matthew Boyd
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• Here are a few more value guys the Cubs could sign to minor-league deals

Photo by David Berding/MLB Photos via Getty Images Call it dumpster-diving if you want, but these pitchers have had success in the past. Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer has had some success, in the past, signing pitchers who have had rough years, or injuries, or both, and rehabbing them into useful relievers. Julian Merryweather was one of those, at least until he was injur...2024
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• BCB After Dark: Non-tendered closers

Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should sign one of the recently non-tendered former closers. It’s the start of a holiday week here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. I hope you had a terrific weekend. We’re so glad you decided to spend part of the week with ...2024
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• Who should the Brewers target for a bullpen upgrade?

Matt Marton-Imagn Images The Brewers have regularly developed internally for the bullpen, but there are external options to consider When it comes to relief pitchers, the Brewers have preferred to look at internal candidates as much as possible. Additions to the relief core have come mainly through trades and minor league deals, with a few smaller contracts here and there. Spending on outs...2024
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• Previewing the relief pitcher market for the Atlanta Braves

Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images We’ve previewed the market for shortstop, starting pitchers, and outfielders – now let’s look at how the Braves might bolster their bullpen. The 2024 Atlanta Braves relied on an undeniably elite bullpen that ranked 3rd in fWAR, 3rd in ERA, and 2nd in FIP. Entering the offseason, they seemed poised to handle the potential loss of A.J. Minter to free a...2024
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• Milwaukee Brewers’ Arizona Fall League Recap

Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images Brewers prospects struggle as Peoria Javelinas limp to league-worst 8-20 finish The Arizona Fall League season wrapped up Saturday night when the Salt River Rafters took down the Surprise Saguaros to win the title. Unfortunately, the Milwaukee Brewers’ AFL affiliate, the Peoria Javelinas, had a disappointing fall season, but let’s take a look at how things shook o...2024
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• One last time before the year ends
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic
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• Today in White Sox History: December 2

On this day 76 years ago, Bob Kuzava came to the White Sox. Traded in-season in five different years after that, it was wise for Bob to keep a suitcase packed at all times. The South Siders swing a solid, three-player deal 1937 It was a deal met with outrage from Detroit fans, as the Tigers sent outfielder Gee Walker, catcher Mike Tresh and third baseman Marv Owen to the White Sox for star...2024
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• BCB After Dark: Non-tendered closers
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• BCB After Dark: What about Tanner Scott?

Photo by Matt Thomas/San Diego Padres/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot asks you about free agent left-hander Tanner Scott We’re so glad to see you at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Please come in out of the cold. Come warm up with us. There’s no cover charge. We still have a few tables available. Bring y...2024
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• Tuesday Rockpile: What do the early Steamer projections suggest about the 2025 Colorado Rockies?

Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, November 12, 2024 We are fast moving into 2025 MLB projections, and last week, FanGraph’s 2025 Steamer rankings dropped. In case you need a refresher, MLB.com describes Steamer as follows: Like other projection systems, Steamer uses past performance and aging trends to develop a future projection for playe...2024
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• BCB After Dark: Where goest thou, Sasaki?

Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks where you think Roki Sasaki will sign and whether the Cubs have a chance. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: your cool nightspot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in out of the fall chill air. We’ve got some warm music and conversation in here. If you need us to check ...2024
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• 2024 Braves Season In Review: Tyler Matzek

Photo by Kevin D. Liles/Atlanta Braves/Getty Images The former postseason hero returned to the field, but not to form, in 2024. After missing the 2023 season recovering from elbow surgery, the Atlanta Braves welcomed Tyler Matzek back into their bullpen fold in 2024. A hero of the 2021 postseason, the left-handed reliever had a chance to ease into form given the investments the club made i...2024
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• Rays Free Agents: Starting Pitcher?

Photo by Jeff Robinson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images We all love Charlie Morton, right? The Rays had plenty of injuries rocking the rotation in 2024, but may finally be coming into form. Shane Baz returned from injury on 7/11 in his age-25 season, and ace Shane McClanahan should be back next season in the rotation. That gives an already decent six-man rotation: LHP Shane McClanahan RHP...2024
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• Atlanta Braves Rule 5 Draft Eligible Prospects

Photo by Kelly Gavin/MLB Photos via Getty Images The Braves protected Domingo Gonzalez from the Rule 5 draft this week, but have a number of notable players still left exposed ahead of the November 19th deadline It is a bit more than a month until Major League Baseball’s winter meetings get underway, and with that will come the Rule 5 draft which is scheduled to take place on December 11th...2024
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• Richard Sherman's Girlfriend Ashley Moss Gives Birth to Son Rayden
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• Perfect 'pen helps McCarthy earn win No. 2
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• McCarthy stymies Rockies in season debut
Brandon McCarthy is the latest starter to step up in the absence of ace Clayton Kershaw, making a triumphant return from Tommy John surgery on Sunday as the Dodgers finished off a series sweep of Colorado, 4-1, for their fourth consecutive win....2016
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• McCarthy returns with scoreless outing vs. Rox
Brandon McCarthy is the latest starter to step up in the absence of ace Clayton Kershaw, making a triumphant return from Tommy John surgery on Sunday as the Dodgers finished off a series sweep of Colorado, 4-1, for their fourth consecutive win....2016
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• Source: Sherman might need elbow surgery
Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman played Super Bowl XLIX with torn ligaments in his left elbow that may require Tommy John surgery in the off season, according to a source....2015
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• Matt Harvey Won't Be on Strict Innings Limit, Will Pitch in Playoffs
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• Mets' Syndergaard to have Tommy John surgery
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• Sherman to have surgery; Thomas getting 2nd opinion
Richard Sherman will undergo Tommy John surgery after injuring his elbow in the NFC Championship Game. Seahawks safety Earl Thomas will have a second opinion on his shoulder injury before deciding on surgery....2015
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• Look for Shane Baz to Break Out in 2025 - September 29, 2024
Zach Neto (SS-LAA) was out of the starting 9 again on Saturday night as the Angels faced the Rangers. He injured his right shoulder during a stolen base attempt on Thursday and did not play on Friday while manager Ron Washington indicated that he could return to action during the weekend. Regardless of whether he does, it has been a nice sophomore campaign for the 23 year-old, who was only drafted...2024
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• Colorado Rockies prospect rankings, mid-season 2024: numbers 15-11

Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images Now, we get to the top half of this year’s PuRPs list! Now we enter the top half of the mid-season 2024 Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list. Previously we had PuRPs 30-26, 25-21, and 20-16. As a reminder, in this edition of the PuRPs poll, 35 ballots were cast, with 30 points granted for a first place vote, 29 for second, etc. For each player on the PuRPs li...2024
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• Kerry Carpenter is Back - August 14, 2024
Kerry Carpenter (OF-DET) enjoyed a nice day at the dish against the Mariners on Tuesday as he went 3-5 with a pair of longballs and 3 RBI. The game marked the 26 year-old's first since returning from the IL as a back issue kept him sidelined since late May. Before the injury, he had logged a .283 average to go with 8 homers, 29 RBI, and 21 runs scored across 163 PA, with a 149 wRC+ attesting to hi...2024
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• Jeffrey Springs into Action - August 12, 2024
Jeffrey Springs, SP, Rays Jeffrey Springs was impressive in what was the best start of his recently begun season, striking out eight over five innings against the Orioles. He only allowed one run on six hits. He was truly dominant in this one, inducing 19 whiffs and putting up a 42% whiff rate and 39% CSW rate. His changeup was nearly unhittable, as 10 of the 15 swings at the pitch were swings and...2024
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• AL Week 19 Strategy-July 27, 2024
In The Field OF Giancarlo Stanton is not expected back this weekend according to manager Aaron Boone. He continues to work out but isn't ready to return. The Yankees and Stanton hope that he returns on Monday. 1B Triston Casas (oblique) has been able to take full batting practice and is expected to start a rehab assignment soon. OF MJ Melendez (ankle) started a rehab assignment on Thursday and i...2024
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• AL Week 17 Strategy-July 17, 2024
In The Field OF Giancarlo Stanton (hamstring) is not going to return after the All-Star break as expected. The Yankees and Stanton have not decided if he is going to need a rehab assignment before returning. He was expected to miss four weeks and that appears to be the timeline. C Jose Trevino (quad) has a Grade 2 quadricep strain. He was placed on the 10-day IL on Saturday and is expected to mis...2024
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• Steele The Spotlight - July 6, 2024
Justin Steele, SP, Cubs Justin Steele went the distance on Friday, allowing one run on two hits and a walk while striking out seven in a complete-game victory over the Angels. It was his fifth consecutive quality start, and he hasn't given up more than 3 earned runs in an outing since May 22nd. He has a K/9 of only 8.94 and a middling hard-hit rate of 39.5%, but it has become the norm for Steele t...2024
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• AL Week 13 Strategy-June 15, 2024
In The Field 1B Triston Casas (ribs) is swinging a bat off a tee at lower intensities. He has experienced a setback during his recovery so the Red Sox and Casas are taking his recovery slowly so that he doesn't have another setback. OF Taylor Ward (back) and C Logan O'Hoppe were out of the Angels lineup on Wednesday. OF Hunter Renfroe does not have a fractured toe after it was initially reported...2024
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• AL Week 11 Strategy-June 1, 2024
In The Field 2B Brandon Drury (hamstring) told Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com that he expects to return from the IL on June 11. He has been out since May 9 with this injury but has been able to ramp up his activity level. Drury will need a rehab assignment prior to being activated so that will give a more concrete date for his return. The most likely scenario when he returns is that 3B Luis Guillorm...2024
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• AL Week 9 Strategy-May 18, 2024
In The Field OF Byron Buxton (knee) started a rehab assignment on Wednesday. He went 0-3 with 2 K's but was playing centerfield which is a good sign after spending last year as a DH. He was activated on Saturday and OF Austin Martin was optioned to Triple-A. He hit The issue with Buxton is no longer just injury-related. His skills have declined. He has seen his strikeout rate increase (32% K) an...2024
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• Braves look to fortify their roster with MLB’s Winter Meetings starting very soon
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Jarred Kelenic
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• Rays Rumors: Pete Fairbanks, Jeffrey Springs generating trade interest
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• Washington Nationals news & notes: Josiah Gray and the bumpy road back…
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• Royals Planning To Move Kris Bubic Back To Rotation
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• A few thoughts about new Cubs lefthander Matthew Boyd
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• Should the Colorado Rockies sign Kirby Yates?
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• Today in White Sox History: December 2
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• Cubs sign left-handed starter Matthew Boyd
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• Should the Colorado Rockies sign Kirby Yates?
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• Previewing the relief pitcher market for the Atlanta Braves
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• 2024 Braves Season in Review: Spencer Strider

Photo by Kevin D. Liles/Atlanta Braves/Getty Images The 2023 rotation star was one of the first big injury blows for the Braves in 2024. 2024 seemed poised to be a bit of a changing of the guard for the Atlanta Braves rotation —Spencer Strider earned the start on Opening Day, unseating Max Fried, who had held the title since 2021. With his 2023 campaign under his belt, the sky felt like th...2024
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• BCB After Dark: Where goest thou, Sasaki?
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• Chasen Shreve (briefly) worked out of the Colorado Rockies bullpen in 2024

Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images He was part of the Rockies’ ongoing quest for a lefty reliever. You’re reading the 2024 edition of Ranking the Rockies, where we take a look back at the season had by every player to play for the Rockies in 2024. The purpose of this list is to provide a snapshot of the player in context. The “Ranking” is an organizing principle that’s drawn from Baseb...2024
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• 50 years a fan

Just a short post, really just noting a milestone that I can't believe I missed. The Dodgers won the World Series last week and I was really excited. I have been a fan for a long time and I have experienced all the heartaches and disappointments. I can recite the years: 1977, 1978, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1985, 1992, 1995, 2006, 2008, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, there are probably others.&n...2024
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• Baseball Hall of Fame announces Classic Baseball Era Ballot

Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images Some Hall of Fame candidates will get a second look. The National Baseball Hall of Fame has released the nominees for the Classic Baseball Era Ballot, which includes eight candidates whose primary contributions occurred before 1980. The candidates include Dick Allen, Ken Boyer, John Donaldson, Steve Garvey, Vic Harris, Tommy John, Dave Parker, and Luis ...2024
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• Brewers decline mutual option on Wade Miley

Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The expected decision will send him to free agency The Milwaukee Brewers have declined their end of a $12 million mutual option on pitcher Wade Miley. The Brewers will instead pay a $1.5 million buyout, and Miley will become a free agent. This is not, by any means, a shocking decision. Miley had Tommy John surgery in early May after making just two starts in 2024,...2024
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• Yankees vs. Royals: Resuming a historical Rivalry

Sometimes it’s heaven, sometimes it’s hell With the Royals and Yankees squaring off in the playoffs for the first time since 1980 (how is that possible??) I thought it might be fun to take a walk down memory lane. Depending on your age, it could be traumatic. The first time the two teams met was in the 1976 Championship Series. The Royals, in only their eighth season, held off the Oakland A’s for...2024
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