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MLBits: The Ohtani-Mizuhara Scandal Goes Hollywood, Miller Alternatives, Contreras Trade, More

Lionsgate Television has announced that it is developing a scripted series based on the gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara. That and more in today's MLB Notes. The Shohei Ohtani-Ippei Mizuhara Story is Getting the Hollywood Treatment...

Patrick K. Flowers

May 10, 2024

I’m Not Worried About Matt Shaw’s Latest Numbers and Here’s Why

I definitely don't want to raise any alarm bells, because Matt Shaw's recent slump still contains some positive signs, and it's entirely possible (likely, even) that he's simply working on something at the moment. That's what the Minor Leagues are...

May 10, 2024

Cubs Farm Report | May 10, 2024: Tough Day for Seiya and the Rest of the Cubs Farm

It was a tough day for the Cubs affiliates, with three losses and a rainout of the story on Thursday. Even Seiya Suzuki had a tough day in Iowa. That and more in today's Cubs Farm Report. Cubs Farm Report...

Patrick K. Flowers

May 10, 2024

The Chicago Cubs Have Signed ANOTHER Pitcher to a Minor League Deal, Prompting Depth Thoughts

I really am just holding onto the intro to these posts at this point, because the Cubs have signed so many in-season pitcher deals that it is just playing on a loop: The Chicago Cubs are seriously going off on...

May 10, 2024

Cubs Odds (May 10, 2024 ): Cubs Are Betting Underdogs vs Pirates

Cubs Odds vs Pirates — Well, the gambling public has spoken. Even though Javier Assad has been excellent this season (and even though the Pirates offense has been literally the worst in MLB vs right handed pitchers), the Cubs are...

May 10, 2024

Let’s Stomp on Some Rookie Pitchers – Cubs vs Pirates Series Preview

Cubs vs Pirates — It's May 10 and this is just the SECOND NL Central series for the Cubs this season. A product of the balanced scheduled, I suppose. But still feels weird. Either way, those series about to start...

May 10, 2024

Incredible A’s Closer Mason Miller is “Drawing Trade Interest,” And I Have Lots of Thoughts

Like every other baseball fan, I have watched breakout Oakland A's closer Mason Miller with a deep fascination. The things he is doing - at a pitch level, at an at bat level, at an appearance level - are rarely...

May 10, 2024

Fireballers on Deck, Defense Lagging (But Not Everywhere), Turning It Around, and Other Cubs Bullets

Another big show just announced a June release, so next month is LOADED with shows I am highly anticipating: 'The Bear,' 'The Boys,' 'House of the Dragon,' and 'The Acolyte.' I'd say I'm excited for them in roughly that order,...

May 10, 2024

Cubs Announce Upcoming Rotation, But With An Ominous ‘TBD’

The Chicago Cubs have announced their rotation for this series in Pittsburgh, and it's a bit of an odd situation. The Cubs will have Javier Assad go tonight, and then Justin Steele go on Saturday. But they're still at a...

May 10, 2024

It’s Time to Get Excited About Moises Ballesteros

I don't think anyone would seriously consider ranking Cubs catching prospect Moises Ballesteros above guys like Pete Crow-Armstrong or Cade Horton right now. But after those two, and after the start Ballesteros has had at Double-A this season (at his...

May 09, 2024

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How to Watch Diamondbacks Games: Full 2024 Schedule, Live Stream and More

The Arizona sun is heating up, which means the Diamondbacks are hitting the meat of their schedule. Coming off a World Series appearance, there's no better time to be a D-backs fan. But with games flying by, how can you...

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How to Watch Rockies Games: Full 2024 Schedule, Live Stream and More

The crisp mountain air and the crack of the bat, summer in Colorado is synonymous with Rockies baseball! Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking to catch the action from Coors Field, there is plenty of exciting baseball left...

Brian Twining

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MLBits: The Ohtani-Mizuhara Scandal Goes Hollywood, Miller Alternatives, Contreras Trade, More

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Dodgers vs. Padres Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 10, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers (26-13) visit the San Diego Padres (20-20) at 9:40 PM ET Friday in a meeting between two of the league's best hitters. Shohei Ohtani is batting .355 this year (first in the league) for the favored...

May 10, 2024

Royals vs. Angels Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 10, 2024

The Kansas City Royals will take the field against the Los Angeles Angels (14-24) on Friday. The game begins at 9:38 PM ET on Apple TV+, with the Royals listed as -119 favorites on the moneyline.Alec Marsh starts for Kansas...

May 10, 2024

Mariners vs. Athletics Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 10, 2024

The Seattle Mariners (20-18) host the Oakland Athletics (18-21) at 9:40 PM ET Friday for a sluggers' duel between two of the best home-run hitters in baseball. Caleb Raleigh has racked up nine homers this season (No. 8 in the...

May 10, 2024

Giants vs. Reds Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 10, 2024

The Cincinnati Reds (16-21) will try to end their eight-game losing streak when they visit the San Francisco Giants (17-22) on Friday at 10:15 PM ET on NBCS-BA. Sportsbooks consider the Giants to be -147 favorites for the contest, while...

May 10, 2024

Nikola Jokic Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Timberwolves – Conference Semifinals Game 3, Friday, May 10, 2024

On Friday at 9:30 PM ET, the Denver Nuggets play the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the second round of the NBA playoffs, and Nikola Jokic's 3-pointer prop for this clash requires two treys.Nikola Jokic's Three-Pointer Prop Odds vs....

May 10, 2024

Karl-Anthony Towns Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Nuggets – Conference Semifinals Game 3, Friday, May 10, 2024

To beat his 3-point over/under, Karl-Anthony Towns needs to make two from downtown on Friday, when his Minnesota Timberwolves face the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of the second round of the NBA playoffs, tipping off at 9:30 PM ET.Karl-Anthony...

May 10, 2024

Michael Porter Jr. Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Timberwolves – Conference Semifinals Game 3, Friday, May 10, 2024

At 9:30 PM ET on Friday, in Game 3 of the second round of the NBA playoffs, it'll be the Denver Nuggets versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Michael Porter Jr. needing three treys to beat his 3-pointer prop.Michael Porter Jr.'s...