Late set of bullets this morning, as I had to get into the on-going battle between the players association and the league over the recent rise in pitcher injuries and if/how much it relates to the pitch clock. That’s not a fun story to cover, but there’s a lot going on and it’s pretty important.
On a much more enjoyable note, Matt Shaw homered in his first at-bat of the season yesterday, in case you missed that. He’s going to be a stud.
According to the Cubs' transactions page, we now know the corresponding move for infield prospect Luis Vazquez's impending call-up: it's a set of multiple moves, but he's kinda being swapped out for outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Weird. I know. The full...
MLB RUMORS — Even though we've already had one relatively big trade this season (Luis Arraez to the Padres) and even though the Cubs have made a couple of their own (acquiring Tyson Miller, dealing Richard Lovelady), I don't think...
MLB Notes — Major League Baseball is reportedly investigating former Angels infielder—and current Braves' minor league player—David Fletcher regarding allegations that he placed illegal sports bets with the same bookie that former teammate Shohei Ohtani's interpreter Ippei Mizuhara placed bets...
Once again, because the Cubs have signed so many in-season pitcher deals, I have to start with the same intro: The Chicago Cubs are seriously going off on the minor league pitching signings here after the start of the season....
Cubs Farm Report — It was a rough afternoon for the Cubs affiliates, who were swept in four games and scored a combined 10 runs. However, Ethan Roberts made his first appearance with Iowa since 2022 and tossed a scoreless...
I've seen versions of this play first hand ... back in my little league days. But even then, it was saved for our fastest player, and it usually involved him immediately stealing second base after a walk, when everyone's guard...
First, a quick update I kept out of the headline: Nico Hoerner is not in the Cubs lineup today, as he continues to deal with left hamstring tightness. The Cubs have now blown past the maximum IL backdate optimization, which...
[ankin_law] Chicago Cubs lefty Drew Smyly has been out on the Injured List with a right hip impingement since April 23, but he's getting much closer to finally returning. After throwing multiple bullpens and facing live hitters, it looks like...
My friends. It’s time for a big announcement. Something very important to us here at Bleacher Nation, and something we’ve never really been able to do before. We have had a lot of great partners over the years, but we’ve...
With the Cubs having lost three of four against the Pirates this weekend, and with the offense listing along and injuries continuing to mount, I would understand if you're not in the mood for "hey, today's an anniversary"-type post. BUT!...
A game after putting up 35 points in an 83-74 loss to the Sky, Arike Ogunbowale leads the Dallas Wings (1-1) on the road against the Atlanta Dream (1-1) on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The matchup tips off at 7:30...
On Tuesday at 10:10 PM ET, Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers (32-17) take on Ketel Marte and the Arizona Diamondbacks (22-25) at Dodger Stadium.Keep reading to see how to watch the Los Angeles-Arizona matchup below.When is Dodgers vs....
A three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and the visiting Atlanta Braves will start on Tuesday, May 21 at 7:40 PM ET.Cubs vs. Braves Series Info Braves @ Cubs Time: Tuesday, May 21 at 7:40 PM ET Cubs Starting Pitcher:...
The Oakland Athletics are hosting the Colorado Rockies for a three-game series, with the first matchup getting underway at 9:40 PM ET on Tuesday, May 21.Athletics vs. Rockies Series Info Rockies @ Athletics Time: Tuesday, May 21 at 9:40 PM...
Brent Rooker and the Oakland Athletics (19-30) host Ryan McMahon and the Colorado Rockies (15-31) on Tuesday, with first pitch at 9:40 PM ET.The article below will provide you with everything you need to watch Oakland play Colorado.When is Athletics...
Kyle Tucker and the Houston Astros (21-27) host Taylor Ward and the Los Angeles Angels (19-29) on Tuesday, with first pitch at 8:10 PM ET.The article below will provide you with everything you need to know to watch Houston play...
If you’re a Toronto Blue Jays fan and looking to catch their games on TV, most of them can be found on Sportsnet but there are a few more options available too. Let’s break down the cable and streaming options...
According to the Cubs' transactions page, we now know the corresponding move for infield prospect Luis Vazquez's impending call-up: it's a set of multiple moves, but he's kinda being swapped out for outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Weird. I know. The full...
The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Dallas Mavericks square off to start the Western Conference Finals. The Timberwolves are favored by 4 points in the matchup, which will be broadcast on TNT at 8:30 PM ET. The point total is 206.5...
The Boston Celtics are massive 10-point favorites heading into Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on Tuesday, beginning at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN. The matchup's point total is set at 222.Celtics...
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