Tigers Trade Proposal Would Send Zach McKinstry to Yankees for Former Top Prospect
A proposed Detroit Tigers trade would send Zach McKinstry to the Yankees for former top prospect Jasson Domínguez. Should Scott Harris consider it?
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A proposed Detroit Tigers trade would send Zach McKinstry to the Yankees for former top prospect Jasson Domínguez. Should Scott Harris consider it?
Dabo Swinney on one of Clemson's most improved units, Tait Reynolds' added poise
The Yankees have added prospect Marco Luciano to their 40‑man roster after he posted a .293/.387/.545 line with 27 homers, 78 RBIs and 64 walks across Double‑A and Triple‑A in 2026. While his minor‑league power and patience merit a serious spring‑training look, the article argues he needs real reps at second base and the outfield to prove his defense, rather than being used as a mere bench filler. With only 41 MLB games for San Francisco (a .217 average), the Yankees must decide whether to test Luciano for a roster spot or stick with a proven utility option.
Rowland Office, the 1975 Topps rookie highlighted in the Hall of Fame’s #CardCorner series, logged a 29‑game hitting streak in 1976—the closest any of his 11‑year MLB career (Braves, Expos, Yankees) came to joining the 30‑game club. Drafted by Atlanta in the fourth round of 1970, Office debuted at 19, became the youngest player in the majors that season, and later backed up Dusty Baker while taking over for Hank Aaron after the legend’s record‑breaking 715th homer on April 8, 1974. He finished 1974 with a .246 average in 131 games and finished his career batting .259. The article traces his rise from high‑school star to its most memorable streak and includes a Topps card photo.
On November 4, 1975, Orioles ace Jim Palmer becomes the first American League pitcher to win two outright Cy Young Awards, following his 1973 triumph. He posted a career‑high 23 wins, 10 shutouts and a 2.09 ERA, outpacing runner‑up Catfish Hunter by 24 voting points. Despite a rough 1974 injury‑plagued season, Palmer rebounded with a dominant 1975, earning AL Player of the Month and a rare 12‑inning, two‑run no‑decision win. The Hall of Fame piece highlights his historic achievement and sets up his third Cy Young win in 1976.
Milwaukee manager Pat Murphy gushes about the Brewers' historic World Series parade, saying the roughly 700,000‑person turnout in Green Bay roared with pride. He praised how the celebration unified the city and highlighted the significance of the franchise’s first championship, following a lone Fall Classic loss in 1982. Murphy hinted that with several long‑term contracts, Milwaukee aims to build a dynasty and stay in contention for years. The parade, SNL appearances, and a Packers game cap a week of festivity for the 2026 title.
Major League Baseball celebrated its best defensive players Sunday night, announcing the 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners. The post 2026 MLB Gold Glove Winners: Baseball’s Defensive Stars Shine appeared first on We Never Stop .
Michael King opts out of his Padres player option and enters free agency after a stellar 2026 season (12‑10, 3.21 ERA, 159 Ks, 185 IP) and a 0.64 ERA in the postseason. ClutchPoints ranks his top three potential destinations: 1) San Diego Padres – a logical reunion as the rotation loses five starters and King thrived at Petco Park (3.15 ERA in 77 starts). 2) Chicago Cubs – a rebuilding club needing durable innings after losing Imanaga, Gausman and Peterson, with ample payroll to meet King’s market value. 3) New York Mets – a cash‑rich wild card that fits King’s East Coast roots and can swing a nine‑figure deal. The article breaks down why each team could be a win‑win.
Gonzaga wraps its preseason exhibition schedule with a 91-59 win over NAIA Lewis‑Clark State, raising $ for Spokane wildfire relief. Five Zags scored in double figures, with Parker Jefferson earning MVP honors (12 points, 6 rebounds) and Izan Almansa adding 12 points on near‑perfect shooting. Coach Mark Few highlighted the community impact and noted the return of sophomore wing Davis Fogle to the starting lineup after a leg injury. The game also showcased depth in the frontcourt, featuring redshirt senior Braden Huff, sophomore center Massamba Diop, and bench contributions from Jefferson. The win offers a morale boost ahead of Gonzaga’s first regular‑season test.
Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur says rookie quarterback Carson Beck will undergo a workout on Tuesday to assess his back injury before deciding his role. Beck missed practice after back spasms on Thursday and was inactive for the 30-16 loss to Denver on Sunday, leaving Jacoby Brissett as starter. LaFleur won’t comment on any role changes until the workout’s results are known, aiming to let Beck’s health dictate his next steps as the Cardinals try to rebound from a 2-5 start.
The Tampa Bay Rays aim to tie the World Series with a start from ace Drew Rasmussen, who has been a near‑automatic winner this season. Opposing the Rays, Milwaukee’s Logan Henderson, sporting a sub‑3.00 ERA, will lead the Brewers. The decisive Game begins at 8 PM on FOX, with the first pitch shortly after. A light‑hearted tweet shows teammate Payton Tolle and Miguel Rojas sharing a giant beef short rib in Milwaukee.
After a nail‑biting Game 1 victory—secured by a ninth‑inning replay review that preserved a one‑run margin—the Brewers head into Game 2 with a 1‑0 series lead. Tonight’s matchup pits Brewers ace Drew Rasmussen against Rays right‑hander Logan Henderson, with both teams eager to claim early momentum. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. CT on Fox‑TV/Fox One, featuring commentary from Joe Davis, John Smoltz and analysts Ken Rosenthal and Tom Verducci. Fans can follow live stats on MLB.com Gameday or check the preview on Baseball‑Reference.
Pinstripe Alley launches its 2026 Yankees Roster Report Card series, grading every key player after the ALDS loss to the Rays. Starting mid‑October and running to early December (skipping Thanksgiving and weekends), the staff‑averaged grades are posted with release dates—from David Bednar (A) on Oct 23 to Anthony Volpe (Dec 4) and final miscellaneous categories on Dec 10‑11. Manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman are excluded, but links to their evaluations are provided.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – The University of Louisville football team got strong contributions on both sides of the ball to defeat Syracuse, 34-26, on Saturday evening at JMA Wireless Dome in Syracuse, N.Y.
All NL finalists have been revealed, with winners set to be announced on Sunday, November 1. Three players at each position in the American League and National League are in contention, with an added utility player category for the first time since 2022. Managers and up to six coaches from each MLB team vote on […]
On Thursday, Oct. 15, the New Jersey Devils hosted the New York Rangers for their first matchup of the 2026-27 NHL season. The first period got a little chippy, with…
The Yankees are expected to give David Bednar a qualifying offer while passing on Jazz Chisholm Jr., according to a new report on the team's plans.
Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations, Alex Anthopoulos, met with the media earlier today and addressed a handful of issues ahead of the 2027 season. Among the topics Anthopoulos discussed were that the team plans to give 21-year-old pitcher Didier Fuentes a chance at being in the team’s rotation in 2027, although he may be […]
Artist and Cubs fan J.J. Weinberg put himself on the map for Cubs fans when he gifted his father, Jerry, his original painting of the Cubs celebrating their 2016 World Series win. The clip was featured on NBC and ESPN, and you can see just how much this moment meant to both father and son. … The post Signed Prints of JJ Weinberg’s ‘Field of Dreams’ Cubs Championship Painting Available appeared first on .
Although Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin slumped to a 5.93 ERA during an injury-limited, 71 1/3-inning campaign in 2025, the O’s brought him back on a one-year, $10MM contract last winter. It didn’t work out for either side, as Eflin left his first start with elbow discomfort and had to undergo Tommy John surgery in early […]