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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds Live Blog: Instant Reactions and Analysis
At 7:10 p.m. ET, the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds started the opener of a four-game series that will be key in the NL Central standings. The Reds hold a half-game lead over the Pirates in the Wild Card race, and both teams are within three games of the division-leading St. Show More Summary
Orioles vs. Tigers Live Blog: Instant Reactions and Analysis
Miguel Cabrera and Chris Davis have both homered and the score is 3-1 Detroit after four innings in the books. Scherzer has looked sharp despite the Davis bomb, although his pitch count is getting up there. Arrieta has minimized the damage after surrendering the runs early on. Show More Summary
Prospects on the Rise...
These prospects have moved up in our composite rankings recently: Wil Myers (#2)... Zack Wheeler (#13)... Byron Buxton (#45)... Kris Bryant (#60)... Mark Appel (#62)... Jonathan Gray (#64)... Carter Capps (#81)... Corey Seager (#101)... Show More Summary
Oakland Athletics vs. Texas Rangers Live Blog: Instant Reactions and Analysis
Big game Monday night in Arlington, as the Oakland Athletics come to town to take on the Texas Rangers. Oakland currently holds a three-game lead in the division over the second-place Rangers. So far, the teams have split the season series at three games apiece. Show More Summary
Did the 2013 Draft Prove the Health of African-American Interest in Baseball?
Even if the numbers really aren't as damning as they're made out to be, the decline of African-American players in Major League Baseball is something that the league is very much stressing over. If it wasn't, MLB Commissioner Bud Selig...Show More Summary
Stock Up, Stock Down on MLB's Top 10 Prospects After Week 11
In the wake of the 2013 First-Year Player Draft in early June, I re-worked my preseason top 50 prospects rankings to include several of the top draft picks. Additionally, because so many of the players on that list had already been promoted to the major leagues, I decided to include only prospects still active in the minor leagues. Show More Summary
Red Sox 3, Oreos 6: Crumbling like a Cookie…
Holy Hell, WHAT is wrong with Jon Lester? Another pretty crappy outing–although he struck out 8 and walking NONE, which is a nice change of pace. But he threw 106 pitches (75 for strikes) in only 5 innings of work, and gave up 5 runs on 9 hits, including a homer… And then there is [...]
With Detroit Tigers' Depleted Lineup, Can Anyone in AL Central Take Advantage?
The Detroit Tigers got a bit of bad news today when they had to put Anibal Sanchez and Alex Avila on the disabled list. The #Tigers placed Anibal Sanchez on the DL retro to 6/16 w/ right shoulder strain. Alex Avila also placed on DL w/ left forearm contusion. Show More Summary
Stock Up, Stock Down for Indians' Top 10 Prospects for Week of June 10
Cleveland Indians prospects are making their mark on the 2013 season as we approach the mid-way point of both the big league and minor league seasons. While some—like top prospect Francisco Lindor—have been stellar all season, others are just starting to come into their own. Show More Summary
Is Alfonso Soriano's Latest Attempt at Leadership for Cubs Too Little Too Late?
Alfonso Soriano finally showed some leadership for the Chicago Cubs. As per the Chicago Tribune, Soriano blew off some steam when Carlos Marmol blew the save Sunday. When we have a 99 (percent) chance to win the game, it's very tough the last inning, he said. Show More Summary
MLB Trade Rumors: All the Latest Whispers, News and Speculation
Days until the trade deadline: 45 Teams within 10 games of playoff spot: 25 Teams not within 10 games of playoff spot: Astros, Brewers, Cubs, Marlins, Mets Relief Pitcher Market The White Sox lost a potential trade chip when Jake Peavy...Show More Summary
MLB Trade Rumors: Breaking Down Every Colorado Rockies' Odds of Being Moved
We’re approaching the halfway point in the Major League Baseball season and the Colorado Rockies continue to remain in contention, just a half a game behind Arizona in the NL West. At a record of 37-33, Colorado is exceeding expectations and proving worthy of recognition, even with the injury to All-Star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki. Show More Summary
Anibal Sanchez Injury: Updates on Tigers Star's Shoulder
During a start on Saturday, June 15, Detroit Tigers pitcher Anibal Sanchez returned to pitch after suffering from shoulder tightness. After 3.2 innings of two-run ball, however, Sanchez was removed from the game. Now, according to the Detroit Tigers' official Twitter feed, Sanchez has been placed on the disabled list. Show More Summary
Mets vs. Braves Live Blog: Instant Score, Reactions and Analysis
The New York Mets (25-39) travel to Turner Field Monday night for the first of a five-game series against the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves (41-28). New York will start Dillon Gee (5-6, 4.84 ERA) on the mound against Atlanta's Tim Hudson (4-6, 4.41 ERA) for the game, scheduled to start at 7:10 p.m. Show More Summary
Phillies vs. Nationals Live Blog: Instant Score, Reactions and Analysis
The Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies square off tonight at 7:05 PM at Citizen Bank Park in Philadelphia for a matchup against the second and third-placed teams in the National League East. Former Nationals pitcher JohnShow More Summary
Full Predictions for the 2014 MLB Rookie Class
Major League Baseball’s 2012 rookie class was easily the best in recent memory, as well as one of the best in the history of the sport. While Mike Trout and Bryce Harper stole the show and captured the rookie of the year award in their respective leagues, the talent pool extended well beyond those two players. Show More Summary
Can Gerrit Cole and Other Top Prospects Bring Winning Ways Back to Pittsburgh?
It's been 20 years since the Pittsburgh Pirates had a winning record, let alone made the playoffs. However, with a bevy of young prospects in the minor leagues, could Pittsburgh be back to their winning ways for good? We saw what the Pirates were capable of doing in the first half last year, only to falter in the second half. Show More Summary
The Bullpen: Throwing at heads is not part of the game
Manager Don Mattingly (right) of the Los Angeles Dodgers pushes down coach Alan Trammell of the Arizona Diamondbacks during a bench-clearing brawl in the seventh inning at Dodger Stadium on June 11, 2013 in Los Angeles, (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty...
Previewing Yasiel Puig's 1st Chance to Take Yankee Stadium by Storm
On Tuesday evening, Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Yasiel Puig will take the field for the first time at Yankee Stadium, or, in other words, Puigmania will invade New York City. The 22-year-old Cuban phenom, who's hitting.479/.500/.771...Show More Summary
A Very Early Look at Potential New York Mets 2014 Free Agent Targets
It’s hard to imagine during such a disastrous season, but the New York Mets have a chance to be competitive in 2014 and possibly—gulp—play winning baseball for the first time since 2008. Whether the Mets manage to turn the corner next season largely depends on the team’s ability to acquire free agents next winter. Show More Summary
