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2026 MLB Free Agents: Top 10 Rankings and Position Breakdown
We first published this article back on May 28th, after watching the first two months of the MLB season. At the time, the focus for this year’s free agent class was a long list of starting pitchers, headline by two-time Cy Young Tarik Skubal. The other real position of interest that we spotlighted was second […] The post 2026 MLB Free Agents: Top 10 Rankings and Position Breakdown appeared first on Just Baseball .
What To Make of the Royals Trying Daniel Lynch IV as a Starter Again
There are likely few MLB teams that have experienced as much injury turmoil as the Kansas City Royals in 2026. It’s been an endless cycle of injured list stints and periods of riding the pine due to ailments for many key cogs on the roster. No place has felt it more than the pitching staff, […] The post What To Make of the Royals Trying Daniel Lynch IV as a Starter Again appeared first on Just Baseball .
Braxton Ashcraft Shines Again in Pirates’ Win Over Tigers
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the second game of their three-game homestand against the Detroit Tigers searching for answers after a disappointing game one, and they found just that. For the second straight start, right-hander Braxton Ashcraft was stellar, leading the Bucs to a 4-1 victory. After a quick first four innings with little […] The post Braxton Ashcraft Shines Again in Pirates’ Win Over Tigers appeared first on Just Baseball .
MLB Weekend in a Nutshell: The Best MLB Debut of All Time, Plus Three Pitching Gems
From the best MLB debut of all time to some of the most impressive pitching performances of the season, let’s take a look at the weekend in a nutshell, brought to you by Hampton Farms Peanuts. Use code JUSTBASEBALL for 25% off when ordering the best peanuts in the game at Hampton Farms Peanuts. Joshua […] The post MLB Weekend in a Nutshell: The Best MLB Debut of All Time, Plus Three Pitching Gems appeared first on Just Baseball .
Did the Red Sox Really Lose the Kyle Harrison Trade?
Death, taxes, and the Boston Red Sox trading away back-of-the-rotation pitching arms. In the past year, the Red Sox have traded away Richard Fitts, Connelly Early, Hunter Dobbins, Shane Drohan, and David Sandlin. Yet, none of these were more controversial than the trade of Kyle Harrison. As the Red Sox struggled through the first few […] The post Did the Red Sox Really Lose the Kyle Harrison Trade? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Can CJ Abrams Rewrite His Second-Half Narrative?
The date is August 2, 2022: the MLB trade deadline. The Washington Nationals have just made a franchise-altering blockbuster, moving Juan Soto to the San Diego Padres for a slew of highly touted prospects and young pieces, including shortstop CJ Abrams. Abrams’ arrival in Washington signified a changing of the guard. Just three years removed […] The post Can CJ Abrams Rewrite His Second-Half Narrative? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Do the Astros Have Enough Pitching To Make a Run?
The Houston Astros were a team that many were questioning heading into the trade deadline. Would they sell? Did they even have the pieces to be buyers? How would they address their need for pitching? Well, the trade deadline came and went, and the Astros only made one move. Starter Spencer Arrighetti was shipped off […] The post Do the Astros Have Enough Pitching To Make a Run? appeared first on Just Baseball .
Ezequiel Durán Is the Best Utility Player Nobody Talks About
As avid baseball fans, we’re all familiar with the moniker of the “utility man,” reserved for players with the versatility to play all over the field. They’re able to slot into any position more often than not, except catcher (and pitcher, if we’re counting that). Popularized by the gold standard of the breed — Ben […] The post Ezequiel Durán Is the Best Utility Player Nobody Talks About appeared first on Just Baseball .
Gabriel Moreno Is Finally Realizing His Full Potential
The Arizona Diamondbacks have been one of baseball’s more intriguing teams in recent years despite the fact that they haven’t actually won anything. As a matter of fact, they’ve missed the playoffs in each of the last two years. They’ve repeatedly had rosters full of talent, but failed to fully tap into it. Despite the […] The post Gabriel Moreno Is Finally Realizing His Full Potential appeared first on Just Baseball .
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week of August 17
It’s getting late in the fantasy baseball season. With just over a month left to go, head-to-head leagues are approaching the playoffs, and rotisserie league standings are sorting themselves out. If your team is still in contention, each day is an opportunity. If you play in daily leagues, check your lineups each afternoon to swap […] The post Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week of August 17 appeared first on Just Baseball .
Evaluating the Cardinals’ 2026 Trade Deadline Return
In the midst of a surprising campaign that has seen the club teeter around the .500 mark, the St. Louis Cardinals entered the trade deadline prepared to capitalize on a seller’s market. President of baseball operations Chaim Bloom and his staff engineered one of the more successful deadlines across Major League Baseball, turning short- and […] The post Evaluating the Cardinals’ 2026 Trade Deadline Return appeared first on Just Baseball .
Has the American League MVP Already Been Decided?
Even though there is still over a month left in the regular season with Postseasons battles becoming more evident, has Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez already secured the title for American League Most Valuable Player? Well, nothing is in the books yet, but his offensive performance has been on another level this season. Since making […] The post Has the American League MVP Already Been Decided? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Next Wave of Top Shortstop Prospects Is as Good as it Gets
For the better part of the last decade, baseball has been spoiled at shortstop. Francisco Lindor, Corey Seager, Trea Turner and Mookie Betts helped define an era in which the position became home to some of the best all-around players in the sport. That group is not gone — far from it. But they are […] The post The Next Wave of Top Shortstop Prospects Is as Good as it Gets appeared first on Just Baseball .
What If the Reliever of the Year… Isn’t Really a Reliever?
At the end of each MLB regular season, members from each BBWAA chapter are assigned one of four awards to vote on: Manager of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Cy Young, or MVP. But in 2026, the writers in the BBWAA will do something they have never done before. They will vote for a […] The post What If the Reliever of the Year… Isn’t Really a Reliever? appeared first on Just Baseball .
The AL Central Is Open for the Taking
Every baseball season is different and unique. You could go back, year by year, watch season recaps and remember specific moments, record-chasing situations, and games that you’ll never forget. While 2026 has many unique aspects of its own, the lacklustre American League where every team seems to float around .500 is an oddity that keeps […] The post The AL Central Is Open for the Taking appeared first on Just Baseball .
Bargain Signee Josh Bell Has Been a Difference Maker for the Twins
When the Minnesota Twins signed slugger Josh Bell to a one-year contract, they expected he would add some pop to their lineup. Little did they know that they were also bringing in a clubhouse leader. Last December, the Twins signed free agent Bell to a one-year $7 million contract. After they depleted their roster by […] The post Bargain Signee Josh Bell Has Been a Difference Maker for the Twins appeared first on Just Baseball .
Biggest Whiffs at the MLB Trade Deadline
A few weeks have gone by since the MLB trade deadline shook up the rosters of most teams and helped them decide whether to be buyers or sellers as the postseason approaches. Every year, we see some teams go big and make blockbuster deals to shake up their rosters, but we also often see teams […] The post Biggest Whiffs at the MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
The Dodgers Are Genuinely Vulnerable, And Vegas Doesn’t Care
On Thursday night, Edwin Diaz walked out to protect a 4-2 lead in the ninth inning against the team with the best record in baseball. He walked back off the mound having blown it, and the Los Angeles Dodgers dropped the series opener to Milwaukee 5-4. On Friday night, with a 3-1 lead, the Dodgers […] The post The Dodgers Are Genuinely Vulnerable, And Vegas Doesn’t Care appeared first on Just Baseball .
Easton Carmichael Is Thriving in His First Season with the Pirates
Over the past few years, if there’s one thing the Pittsburgh Pirates have lacked, it’s been legitimate catching depth in their system. In 2026, this hasn’t been the case, as the club has seemingly developed multiple very good catching prospects in its farm system. When the Pirates entered the 2025 MLB Draft, this was a […] The post Easton Carmichael Is Thriving in His First Season with the Pirates appeared first on Just Baseball .
4 Teams Who Got Immediate Buyer’s Remorse After the Trade Deadline
The MLB trade deadline is supposed to be a turning point. For teams in contention, it is a final opportunity to address weaknesses, add impact talent, and strengthen the roster to make a run down the stretch. Whether it is adding a middle-of-the-order bat, a frontline starter, or a weapon for the bullpen, the goal […] The post 4 Teams Who Got Immediate Buyer’s Remorse After the Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
Bryson Stott Is Swinging a Hot Bat at the Best Time
When Bryson Stott came up through the Philadelphia Phillies‘ minor league system, expectations were sky-high. The organization and the fans expected him to be an instrumental piece as the franchise finally transitioned into a winning ball club. Stott came up as a shortstop and was viewed as a potential mainstay at the position throughout the […] The post Bryson Stott Is Swinging a Hot Bat at the Best Time appeared first on Just Baseball .
Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Dealt at the Trade Deadline
While they don’t often represent the flashy side of the deal, prospect returns are as important as their major league counterparts, signaling a new wave of young talent into a farm system. The 2026 trade deadline only saw a handful of top-tier major league names switching teams, but mid-season swaps require heftier packages than the […] The post Ranking the Top 10 Prospects Dealt at the Trade Deadline appeared first on Just Baseball .
Didier Fuentes Has Become One of Atlanta’s Most Valuable Arms
During their tumultuous 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves did something you rarely see. Just three days after his 20th birthday, Didier Fuentes stepped onto a big league mound. His debut did not go as planned, but even through the struggles, he put the baseball world on notice with his talent. That only added to the […] The post Didier Fuentes Has Become One of Atlanta’s Most Valuable Arms appeared first on Just Baseball .
Yandy Díaz Ending His Slump Has Been Huge for the Rays
Since the start of July, Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Díaz has been a shell of the player he was for the first three months or so of the 2026 season. Leading all of baseball in average, as high as .336 on June 28, his production took a nose dive once the calendar turned, […] The post Yandy Díaz Ending His Slump Has Been Huge for the Rays appeared first on Just Baseball .
Milwaukee Brewers Minor League Report: August Update
The dog days of summer are officially upon us. August is always an interesting time in the baseball calendar, with the trade deadline in the rearview mirror and the postseason still a month-plus away. It’s the time of year when fans really feel the grind of a 162-game season as the itch for October baseball […] The post Milwaukee Brewers Minor League Report: August Update appeared first on Just Baseball .
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