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Mistretta’s Musings: 2026 MLB trade deadline proved Dodgers are what Yankees used to be
There was a time when the New York Yankees were MLB’s most feared team. They were willing to spend big in free agency and for trades to improve their roster. After all, it isn’t an accident that the Yankees have 27 championships — far more than any other big league ball club. However, the Yankees […] The post Mistretta’s Musings: 2026 MLB trade deadline proved Dodgers are what Yankees used to be appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dodgers option Emmet Sheehan, place Dalton Rushing on IL after trade deadline additions
The Los Angeles Dodgers continued reshaping their roster Monday following the MLB trade deadline, placing catcher Dalton Rushing on the injured list after an MRI revealed a mild elbow strain. The move comes one day after Rushing was scratched from the lineup and further thins the Dodgers’ catching depth with Will Smith still sidelined. The […] The post Dodgers option Emmet Sheehan, place Dalton Rushing on IL after trade deadline additions appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pirates acquire 2 pitchers before 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat Monday’s 2026 MLB trade deadline with a couple of moves to further address their bullpen. Pittsburgh reportedly acquired veteran reliever Kirby Yates in a transaction with the Los Angeles Angels, per Ken Rosenthal and Will of The Athletic. In a separate transaction, Pittsburgh traded for right-hander Lake Bachar from the Miami […] The post Pirates acquire 2 pitchers before 2026 MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dodgers re-acquires another catcher before 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Los Angeles Dodgers landed the big fish in the pond before the trade deadline after acquiring Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. However, that wasn’t the only move the front office made, as the club pulled off another deal right before the 6 p.m. EST deadline. Reports indicate that the Dodgers traded for catcher […] The post Dodgers re-acquires another catcher before 2026 MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Guardians land Nathaniel Lowe in cross-state trade with Reds
The Cleveland Guardians landed multiple players ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline. The team acquired Jo Adell earlier in the day, and then the Guardians added Foster Griffin from the Washington Nationals just before the deadline. After completing the deal for Griffin, the Guardians were able to get one more bat, making a cross-state trade […] The post Guardians land Nathaniel Lowe in cross-state trade with Reds appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Channing Crowder’s daughter lands HBCU basketball offer
Former NFL linebacker and The Pivot co-host Channing Crowder could soon have an HBCU student-athlete in his family. Crowder announced on social media that his daughter, Ava Crowder, has received her first Division I basketball scholarship offer from Howard University. Ava is currently entering the seventh grade. View this post on Instagram “Help me congratulate […] The post Channing Crowder’s daughter lands HBCU basketball offer appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Marlins acquire Victor Vodnik in 3 player trade with Rockies
The Miami Marlins completed a deadline-day bullpen addition Monday by acquiring right-hander Victor Vodnik from the Colorado Rockies. The Marlins sent infielder Connor Norby and pitching prospect Aiden May to the Colorado Rockies in the three-player trade, which was reported minutes before the 6 p.m. ET deadline. Vodnik adds another power arm to Miami’s bullpen. […] The post Marlins acquire Victor Vodnik in 3 player trade with Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
When did Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal first expect trade would happen?
The Los Angeles Dodgers recently made a major splash when they acquired superstar pitcher Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. Skubal now joins a Los Angeles team that was already the best in baseball and somehow got significantly better during the season. Recently, the star weighed in on how the trade went down from his […] The post When did Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal first expect trade would happen? appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Dodgers, Phillies headline biggest winners of 2026 MLB trade deadline
The 2026 MLB trade deadline lived up to expectations. As expected, there were tons of teams looking to add talent ahead of postseason/World Series pushes. Sellers took advantage of this by leveraging veterans into tons of prospect acquisitions. Of course, though, not all trades are created equal. Some teams nailed the trade deadline, while others […] The post Dodgers, Phillies headline biggest winners of 2026 MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Vinícius Jr. Swaps Drake for Jay-Z on Instagram Post
Vinícius Jr. sparked an unexpected crossover by posting a backstage Instagram photo with Jay-Z. The Brazilian and Real Madrid forward smiled beside the rapper, dressed in sunglasses and black pinstripes. It seemed like an ordinary meeting between two global stars. Then viewers noticed the soundtrack. Vinícius initially paired it with Drake’s “Janice STFU,” a choice […] The post Vinícius Jr. Swaps Drake for Jay-Z on Instagram Post appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Diamondbacks trade for Lars Nootbaar from Cardinals
The Arizona Diamondbacks waited until the final moments of the MLB trade deadline to make their only move. With the deadline officially in the books, Arizona landed former St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar, giving one of baseball’s hottest teams another left-handed bat for its playoff push. Jorge Castillo was on it first. According to […] The post Diamondbacks trade for Lars Nootbaar from Cardinals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Kelsey Plum set to make Mercury debut vs Sky after blockbuster trade
Kelsey Plum will make her Phoenix Mercury debut against the Chicago Sky on Monday. The news comes after the Mercury made a blockbuster trade for Plum hours before the WNBA trade deadline. It was only one of two deals done at the deadline across the league. With the amount of shock this brings to the […] The post Kelsey Plum set to make Mercury debut vs Sky after blockbuster trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Padres land Casey Mize in trade with Tigers
The San Diego Padres have been involved in some intense trade discussions ahead of the MLB trade deadline. With the deadline having now passed, the trade season in baseball is about to end. But the Padres made something happen at the end buzzer involving Casey Mize and the Detroit Tigers. San Diego is acquiring Mize […] The post Padres land Casey Mize in trade with Tigers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Twins land Jeff Hoffman in 4 player trade with Blue Jays
The Minnesota Twins are adding another arm to their pitching staff after a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays just before Monday night’s deadline. As reported by baseball insider Jeff Passan of ESPN, the Twins have acquired right-handed pitcher Jeff Hoffman from the Toronto Blue Jays. Meanwhile, the Blue Jays are getting lefty pitcher Dasan […] The post Twins land Jeff Hoffman in 4 player trade with Blue Jays appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Bengals’ Tee Higgins, Tinashe Turn Back the Clock in New Express Campaign
Tee Higgins and Tinashe are turning Express’ fall wardrobe into a full-scale music video. The fashion retailer launched its Fall 2026 campaign, “Too Easy to Look This Good,” on August 3, Express reports. Higgins, a wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals, shares the spotlight with the multi-platinum singer as Express blends sports, music and style […] The post Bengals’ Tee Higgins, Tinashe Turn Back the Clock in New Express Campaign appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Penny Hardaway recalls 1996 USA Olympic Team’s mindset for 30th anniversary
Former NBA guard Penny Hardaway reflected back on playing for Team USA in the 1996 Olympic Games as the team will be enshrined at the Basketball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026 amid its 30th anniversary of winning the gold medal. While many have compared the 1996 USA Basketball Team so some of the best […] The post Penny Hardaway recalls 1996 USA Olympic Team’s mindset for 30th anniversary appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Guardians acquire Foster Griffin in trade with Nationals
The Cleveland Guardians continue to be busy ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline. The Guardians already acquired a new bat, bringing in Jo Adell from the Los Angeles Angels. Now, the Guardians have added a new pitcher, completing a deal with the Washington Nationals, according to Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic. “The Nationals are getting […] The post Guardians acquire Foster Griffin in trade with Nationals appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Kelsey Plum reveals free agency plans after trade to Mercury
After the Phoenix Mercury made the trade for star Kelsey Plum from the Los Angeles Sparks, there were some in the basketball world who found the move confusing due to the guard’s murky future. With the thinking that Plum would test free agency at the end of the season, this WNBA insider would give insight […] The post Kelsey Plum reveals free agency plans after trade to Mercury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Giants land Marcelo Mayer for Erik Miller in trade with Red Sox
The San Francisco Giants are sellers at this year’s trade deadline, as the club is well behind the playoff race. Although this year has been disappointing, the front office is at least making things exciting by landing top prospect Marcelo Mayer from the Boston Red Sox in a deal. Reports indicate that the Giants are […] The post Giants land Marcelo Mayer for Erik Miller in trade with Red Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Guns N’ Roses’ 2026 World Tour review: Hershey’s Appetite For Destruction satisfied with overstuffed show
Credit where credit is due: iconic ’80s rock band Guns N’ Roses still puts on a three-hour show, as they did in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026. Luckily, unlike the Niall Horan-Thomas Rhett show two weeks earlier, rain held off, allowing for perfect weather for a summer concert. There was a turning point […] The post Guns N’ Roses’ 2026 World Tour review: Hershey’s Appetite For Destruction satisfied with overstuffed show appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Brewers acquire Antonio Senzatela in trade with Rockies
The Milwaukee Brewers have been adding plenty of arms at the MLB Trade Deadline. The team has added multiple pitchers on Monday, as the Brewers completed a deal with the St. Louis Cardinals for Dustin May and JoJo Romero. Now, the Brew Crew has added another reliever in a trade with the Colorado Rockies, per […] The post Brewers acquire Antonio Senzatela in trade with Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Yankees add Heliot Ramos in trade with Giants
New York fans can relax now that Brian Cashman has successfully acquired a promising right-handed hitter in Heliot Ramos ahead of the MLB trade deadline. According to Ken Rosenthal, the Yankees and Giants agreed on the trade shortly ago. The Giants are finalizing a trade that will send Heliot Ramos to the New York Yankees, […] The post Yankees add Heliot Ramos in trade with Giants appeared first on ClutchPoints .
White Sox make Joey Bart trade with Braves to bolster catcher spot
The Chicago White Sox have been rumored to be seeking a catcher in trade talks, with Kyle Teel dealing with a severe high left ankle sprain. On Monday, just before the 6 p.m. EST trade deadline, the front office finally landed one in a deal with the Atlanta Braves. Reports indicate that the White Sox […] The post White Sox make Joey Bart trade with Braves to bolster catcher spot appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Rangers’ Jacob deGrom sounds off on using no-trade clause to stay with Texas
Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom will remain with the team after using his full no-trade clause to block a potential move before the MLB trade deadline. The Rangers reportedly approached the 38-year-old right-hander about waiving his trade protection, but deGrom informed the team that he wanted to stay in Texas. “I want to win here,” […] The post Rangers’ Jacob deGrom sounds off on using no-trade clause to stay with Texas appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Cubs get Clay Holmes, Tyrone Taylor in Mets trade just before deadline
The Chicago Cubs are not intimidated by the Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers or any other National League contender, and if they were, they should be feeling more confident following an eventful trade deadline. The North Siders added to their round of acquisitions by addressing their pitching and lineup depth in one big move. And […] The post Cubs get Clay Holmes, Tyrone Taylor in Mets trade just before deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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