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Mariners rumors: Fans won’t like Ken Rosenthal’s Seattle-Tarik Skubal trade report

Most MLB fans would surely love to see their favorite team trade for Tarik Skubal. Teams such as the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are likely going to be in the conversation, but could the Seattle Mariners pursue the two-time Cy Young winning pitcher? Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic recently shared a report […] The post Mariners rumors: Fans won’t like Ken Rosenthal’s Seattle-Tarik Skubal trade report appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Former Red Sox Catcher & World Series Champion DFA’d by Current Team

A key member of the Red Sox’s last World Series team is back on the open market. Catcher Sandy Leon, who played for Boston from 2015-2019, was designated for assignment by the Braves on Thursday, the team announced. Leon’s departure clears a spot on the 40-man roster for catcher Joey Bart, whom the team acquired […] The post Former Red Sox Catcher & World Series Champion DFA’d by Current Team appeared first on HEAVY .

Atlanta Braves Announce Roster Move After Trade For 7-Year MLB Player

On Friday evening, the Atlanta Braves will open up a new series with the Milwaukee Brewers at Truist Park in Georgia.Ahead of Friday’s game, the team made a trade for Joey Bart.The Braves wrote (via X): “The #Braves tonight acquired C Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for RHP Hunter Stratton. To make […] The post Atlanta Braves Announce Roster Move After Trade For 7-Year MLB Player appeared first on HEAVY .

Phillies’ Bryce Harper decision already paying dividends

Bryce Harper may have just given the Philadelphia Phillies their biggest MLB trade deadline advantage. The Phillies need another bat. That part is obvious. More specifically, they need right-handed power, preferably in the outfield or at a corner spot. But…

Marco Raya’s Improved Command Has Turned His Season Around

St. Paul – Marco Raya will be the first to tell you that the start to his season went poorly. Over his first nine outings in 2026, Raya allowed 14 runs on 15 hits and nine walks through 11 ⅓ innings. It all looked like a repeat of last season, when he had an even worse seven-game stretch as a starter.

Andrew Benintendi is finally having fun being a White Sox, and is starting to hit like it too

Surface-level results offer an easy narrative to settle on after Andrew Benintendi's pinch-hit grand slam Thursday night in The Bronx sealed up a 6-5 record for the White Sox over a four-series stretch that saw them hold their own with the Phillies, Braves, Dodgers and Yankees. Since Munetaka Murakami has been sidelined with a hamstring strain, the 31-year-old veteran -- often the most senior member of the lineup in games he starts -- has stepped up. Including the May 29 game where Murakami ...

Most Orioles fans think the team is headed for trade deadline sell-off

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Orioles fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Orioles remain tantalizingly close in the AL Wild Card race despite multiple games per week where they […]

Rangers Reacts Results: A Rangers All Star

This week in the Rangers Reacts survey, we asked which Texas Rangers player was most deserving of an All Star berth. The voting was fairly close at the top: Jacob Latz, who is tied for 6th in the American League in saves and is sporting a 1.62 ERA and a 1.5 bWAR, received a plurality […]

Red Sox’ manager provides crucial Trevor Story injury update

It has been an awful season for the Boston Red Sox, and injuries have not helped. But manager Chad Tracy has provided an injury update on Trevor Story, and when he might return to the lineup, according to a report from MLB.com “Progressing pretty nicely, according to interim manager Chad Tracy. Jogging at good pace, […] The post Red Sox’ manager provides crucial Trevor Story injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints .

In The Lab: Trade Deadline Add Possibilities

We are starting a new series here in the lab. Before we really get started I should run through the customary disclaimers and legalese. I am not advocating making any additions at the trade deadline. In fact, if you have been reading my work regularly you know I’ve argued for the exact opposite. However, when […]

Braves rumors: Atlanta emerges as trade suitor for Red Sox pitcher after Spencer Strider injury

The Atlanta Braves still hold a seven game lead in the NL East with their 46-27 record. But with Spencer Strider being shut down due to his elbow injury, the Braves are once again in need of starting pitching. Leading into the trade deadline, there are plenty of pitchers Atlanta could target. Amongst them is […] The post Braves rumors: Atlanta emerges as trade suitor for Red Sox pitcher after Spencer Strider injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phillies star Trea Turner’s expected return date after injury scare vs. Mets

Philadelphia Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner exited Thursday’s game against the New York Mets after getting hit by a pitch. The injury was officially called a right calf contusion. Following the Phillies’ 6-4 loss to the Mets, interim manager Don Mattingly said the infielder could possibly return on Saturday, according to MLB.com. Turner will seemingly […] The post Phillies star Trea Turner’s expected return date after injury scare vs. Mets appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Houston Astros Release 5-Year MLB Player Before Guardians Series

On Friday night, the Houston Astros will open up a series with the Cleveland Guardians in Texas.They are coming off a 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday (also at home).Houston Astros Release 5-Year MLB PlayerAhead of Friday’s game, the Astros released Carlos Pérez from their organization.MLB.com wrote: “Sugar Land Space Cowboys released C […] The post Houston Astros Release 5-Year MLB Player Before Guardians Series appeared first on HEAVY .

The Red Sox’s Catchers Are a Problem Without a Solution

Entering the 2026 season, Carlos Narváez appeared to have Boston’s everyday catcher role locked down. Coming off an impressive rookie campaign, in which he finished sixth in American League Rookie of the Year and was a finalist for the Gold Glove, Narváez looked to position himself as one of the top young catchers in MLB. […] The post The Red Sox’s Catchers Are a Problem Without a Solution appeared first on Just Baseball .