The rivalry between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees reached a boiling point in their recent series, just before the All-Star break. The intense game saw Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad being hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from Yankees closer Clay Holmes, sparking a benches-clearing incident. Emotions ran high as both
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Teoscar Hernandez, a characteristically unanticipated choice, was victorious in the 2024 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby. In his first appearance, Hernandez defeated Kansas City Royals standout Bobby Witt Jr. in a breathtaking final round to seize the championship. The unexpected outcome of the Derby saw initial hopefuls such as New York Mets‘ Pete Alonso, Baltimore
The New York Mets have truly surprised baseball fans and analysts alike with their performance leading up to the All-Star break. What was once considered a laughable notion just six weeks ago, the Mets now find themselves in a playoff spot with a record of 49-46. This dramatic reversal has positioned them in the third
In a thrilling matchup at Fenway Park, the Boston Red Sox secured a 5-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals, taking the series and extending their winning streak to two games. Rafael Devers and Dominic Smith were the heroes of the day, each delivering crucial hits to push the Red Sox to victory. Devers‘ two-run
The 2024 MLB All-Star Home Run Derby is quickly approaching with spots filling up at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. This year, the Derby will feature some significant changes to its format. Rather than a head-to-head bracket in the first round, the top four first-round scores will advance to the semifinals. Additionally, hitters will
Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, put on a remarkable performance at the plate on Saturday, showcasing his diverse skill set and proving any doubts about his batting abilities wrong. In a game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Ohtani achieved a feat that has only been accomplished three times in the history of baseball, dating
The New York Yankees, once the envy of Major League Baseball with a stellar 49-21 record through June 12, have taken a nosedive with a 5-15 record since then. This shocking slide has left the team reeling and searching for answers. The latest setback came against the Boston Red Sox, where a three-run lead was
Christian Walker continues to showcase his impressive power at Dodger Stadium, hitting his 18th and 19th home runs in just 42 career games at the ballpark. His incredible performance has left everyone in awe, with Diamondbacks starter Zac Gallen even suggesting that Walker deserves a spot on the All-Star team. This level of play has
In a pre-game spectacle that left both players and fans bewildered, the Cincinnati Reds managed to outlast the New York Yankees in a stare-down even before the first pitch was thrown. As the national anthem came to an end at Yankee Stadium, pitchers Graham Ashcraft and Carson Spiers of the Reds stood their ground in
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker found himself in a humorous yet potentially painful situation during the team’s recent game against the San Francisco Giants. A sharply hit foul ball off Ozzie Albies‘ bat took a bounce and struck Snitker below the belt in the fifth inning. Despite the close call, the 68-year-old manager managed to
Eric Gagné, the former Los Angeles Dodgers closer, made a triumphant return to Dodgers Stadium as the team celebrated the 20th anniversary of his incredible save streak. Fans were thrilled to see Gagné back on the mound, where he once dominated hitters with his blazing fastball and devastating changeup. Gagné’s save streak of 84 consecutive
In a remarkable turn of events, Brandon Nimmo made a triumphant return to the New York Mets lineup after a frightening hotel room accident. Nimmo, who sustained a head injury when he fainted and fell, showed incredible resilience by not only rejoining the team but also making a significant impact in the game. His two
The upcoming All-Star Futures Game will showcase some of the brightest young talents in Major League Baseball. Among the top prospects selected for the game are Washington’s Dylan Crews and Arizona’s Druw Jones, both former No. 2 overall draft picks. These highly touted players will represent the National League and bring excitement to the field
Jose Altuve found himself at the center of controversy during a game against the New York Mets. In the seventh inning, with runners on second and third and two outs, Altuve appeared to foul a ball off his left foot. The play resulted in Altuve being ruled out, much to his dismay. This incident led
Wyatt Langford, a rookie for the Texas Rangers, made headlines by completing a cycle during the eighth inning of a game against the Baltimore Orioles. This marked the first cycle in the major leagues in 2024, adding another feather to Langford’s cap as an up-and-coming player in the league. Manager Bruce Bochy commended Langford for
Mike Trout, the Los Angeles Angels‘ star slugger, has been sidelined since April 29 due to a torn meniscus in his left knee. His surgery on May 3 was expected to have him back on the field within six to eight weeks. However, his recovery has been slower than initially anticipated. Trout is currently jogging
The baseball world mourns the loss of Orlando Cepeda, known as the „Baby Bull,“ who passed away at the age of 86. Cepeda was a pioneer for Puerto Rican players in the major leagues and left a lasting impact on the game. His contributions on and off the field will always be remembered and celebrated.
In a move to bolster their starting pitching depth, the Cleveland Guardians have officially signed free agent left-hander Matthew Boyd to a major league contract. The deal is still pending Boyd passing a physical examination, especially considering he underwent reconstructive elbow surgery just last year. Boyd, now 33 years old, previously spent eight seasons with
The Philadelphia Phillies faced a tough ninth inning loss against the Miami Marlins, with star players Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber both suffering injuries. Harper, who was elected to his eighth All-Star Game just hours before the game, felt his left hamstring tighten as he ran to first base on the final play of the
In an announcement on Thursday, it was revealed that New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper secured the starting positions for the upcoming All-Star Game on July 16 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Judge led the MLB with an impressive 3,425,309 votes during the initial round of
Shohei Ohtani, known as one of baseball’s most fearsome sluggers, is always a hot topic when it comes to the Home Run Derby. However, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has expressed reservations about Ohtani’s potential participation in this year’s event. Roberts is concerned about the physical toll the Derby could take on Ohtani, especially
The San Diego Padres faced off against the Washington Nationals in a wild game that saw Jurickson Profar hitting a grand slam and Manny Machado adding a dramatic home run. Profar’s grand slam came in the sixth inning off Derek Law, marking his fourth career grand slam and second this season. The crowd at Petco
Gerrit Cole’s performance in the recent game against the Mets was far from what the Yankees and their fans expected. The pitcher was unable to deliver, as he gave up six runs on seven hits over four innings. This lackluster performance included allowing four home runs and walking four batters without recording a single strikeout.
Shohei Ohtani is halfway through his first season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and he has certainly made a name for himself in Hollywood. The Japanese slugger has become a key player in the Dodgers‘ success so far this season. With an impressive batting average of .320, 24 home runs, 60 RBIs, and a stellar
The New York Mets, who were on a winning streak in June after a turbulent May, are now facing setbacks due to the absence of two key contributors. Closer Edwin Díaz has chosen not to appeal his 10-game suspension for violating prohibitions on foreign substances, while right fielder Starling Marte has been placed on the
The San Francisco Giants recently held a poignant pregame ceremony to honor the legendary Willie Mays, who passed away at the age of 93. During the 30-minute tribute, Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow highlighted Mays‘ impact on the baseball world, describing how he captured the hearts of fans from coast to coast. The ceremony included a
The Major League Baseball announced on Monday that New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz has been suspended for 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount for violating prohibitions on foreign substances. The suspension was issued by MLB senior vice president of on-field operations Michael Hill and will begin on Tuesday. Game Incident Diaz was ejected
Max Scherzer, the three-time Cy Young Award winner, made a triumphant return to the mound for the Texas Rangers in their recent game against the Kansas City Royals. Scherzer retired the first 13 batters he faced and 15 of 16 overall over five scoreless innings. It was clear that Scherzer was in top form and