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Game 64: Royals at Twins

FIRST PITCH: 6:40p Central TELEVISION: Twins.TV, “presented by Progressive” RADIO: ‘CCO 830 AM, KMNB 102.9 FM “The Wolf”, Treasure Island Baseball Network, Audacy Application KNOW THE FOE: Royals Review Your Minnesota Twins continue their stretch of games against American League Central enemies, hosting the Kansas City Royals for a four-game set tonight through Sunday before […]

Seager activated, Osuna, Freeman optioned

The Texas Rangers have activated shortstop Corey Seager from the 10 day injured list, per MLB.com. In addition, the Rangers have optioned outfielder Alejandro Osuna and infielder Cody Freeman to AAA Round Rock. Seager last played on May 13. On May 16, he reported back spasms, and while it was initially hoped he would be […]

Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics preview, Thursday 6/4, 7:05 CT

Thursday notes… Cubs lineup: Athletics lineup: Shōta Imanaga, LHP vs. J.T. Ginn, RHP Didn’t we just do this Tuesday? Shōta Imanaga’s last three starts have been just awful. He’s allowed 21 hits and five walks (1.660 WHIP) in 15.2 innings, with 20 (!) earned runs (11.49 ERA) and eight home runs. He was striking out […]

Pirates Pursuing Bullpen Upgrades

The Pirates are actively pursuing bullpen help, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. A source tells Rosenthal that just about every club is looking for additions in that department but the Bucs are being more aggressive than most. It’s an understandable pursuit for Pittsburgh. The club has been rebuilding for many years but is making […]

Phillies broadcaster rips Padres’ effort after embarrassing season sweep

The Philadelphia Phillies have beaten the San Diego Padres in all six games this season as they continue to just absolutely dominate that ballclub. This one-sided affair began in 2022 when the Padres and Phillies met in the NLCS. Since Game 3 of that series, Philly has won what seems like every game since. The […] The post Phillies broadcaster rips Padres’ effort after embarrassing season sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Giants’ Drew Gilbert makes insane home run robbery on Brewers’ Andrew Vaughn

The San Francisco Giants earned a big 12-9 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. Thanks to an offensive onslaught early in the contest, followed by six runs scored in the top of the seventh, San Francisco took a rather commanding lead. The team made some impressive plays on defense as well, with outfielder Drew […] The post Giants’ Drew Gilbert makes insane home run robbery on Brewers’ Andrew Vaughn appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Dodgers on Deck: Friday, June 5 vs. Angels

The Dodgers are back home ever so briefly, with a single-series homestand this weekend against the Angels at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Back in Anaheim from May 15-17, the Dodgers had their way with the Angels in a three-game sweep, outscoring the Halos 31-3. The Angels come to Los Angeles having lost 29 of […]

Orel Hershiser gives Dodgers’ Dave Roberts his flowers with ‘run through a wall’ admission

The Los Angeles Dodgers own three World Series titles since 2020 with manager Dave Roberts. LA created a championship model that Roberts vehemently defended amid criticism. Even Dodgers legend Orel Hershiser has embraced the coaching on display. Hershiser made a “run through a wall” take when praising Roberts’ leadership Thursday while appearing on the Dodgers […] The post Orel Hershiser gives Dodgers’ Dave Roberts his flowers with ‘run through a wall’ admission appeared first on ClutchPoint...

Orioles take the series with an easy win in Boston, 8-2

Sometimes you eat the road, and sometimes the road eats you. I’m not totally sure how relevant that is to today’s Orioles-Red Sox game, but what I mean is, this was a total inversion of Wednesday’s lopsided, 8-1 loss. As the O’s unsuccessful starter that night, Chris Bassitt, said after the game, “When your starter […]

Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. injury update means he’s not close to returning

The New York Mets are not having a good season, and the injury to Luis Robert Jr. has compounded things. Now, the news got worse, and it seems like he might not be anywhere close to a return, according to Chelsea Janes of SNY. “Luis Robert Jr. has not even begun baseball activities, so write […] The post Mets’ Luis Robert Jr. injury update means he’s not close to returning appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Astros Designate César Salazar, Rhylan Thomas For Assignment

The Astros announced a series of moves prior to tonight’s game. They signed first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. to a major league deal, selected catcher Collin Price to the major league roster and reinstated outfielder Joey Loperfido from the 10-day injured list. Loperfido has been optioned to Triple-A. In corresponding moves, outfielder Zach Cole has […]

Shohei Ohtani is dominating the Diamondbacks

Not only are the days of Shohei Ohtani struggling with the bat in 2026 gone, but his overall production makes you question if that was ever an actual period of this season in the first place. Ohtani has particularly enjoyed this series against the Diamondbacks—recording multi-hit performances in each of the first three games, dominating […]

Can the Ohtani-less Dodgers handle the Diamondbacks?

Not only are the days of Shohei Ohtani struggling with the bat in 2026 gone, but his overall production makes you question if that was ever an actual period of this season in the first place. Ohtani has particularly enjoyed this series against the Diamondbacks—recording multi-hit performances in each of the first three games, dominating […]

Diamondbacks make bullpen changes after Brandon Pfaadt’s poor performance

It’s been a year to forget for former starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt. The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to complete a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and ahead of the series finale, the Diamondbacks have optioned Pfaadt to Triple-A Reno after Wednesday night’s contest. Other corresponding moves were all bullpen-related. LHP Philip Abner and RHP […] The post Diamondbacks make bullpen changes after Brandon Pfaadt’s poor performance appeared first on ClutchPoints .

5 Trade Targets Named for Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have recovered from a slow start to the season and now find themselves right in the heart of the mix for a Wild Card berth in the National League. Where we once thought earlier in the year that they could be sellers, insider Ken Rosenthal not only has them buying, but he suggests a particular need they'll be focusing on: The Diamondbacks expect to pursue a left-handed first baseman/DH type at the deadline, people briefed on their plans say. The insider then went on to ...