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The MLB trade deadline demands bravery. Go get Tarik Skubal like he's CC Sabathia.

The MLB trade deadline demands bravery. Go get Tarik Skubal like he's CC Sabathia.

  • Bob Nightengale USA TODAY

Let’s see if we can get this straight.

Tarik Skubal strikes out first batter in rehab start on 3 pitches

Tarik Skubal strikes out first batter in rehab start on 3 pitches

  • USA Today - News

Watch Tigers LHP Tarik Skubal, pitching for High-A West Michigan Whitecaps outside Grand Rapids, strike out the first batter on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

MLB's highest-scoring team, Nationals finally hit growth spurt in long rebuild

MLB's highest-scoring team, Nationals finally hit growth spurt in long rebuild

  • Gabe Lacques USA Today

It was a predictable franchise rebuild. Yet when it came to the men actually donning the uniforms of the Washington Nationals, the club’s new brain trust took a different tack.

Jeff Passan Drops Sneaky Dodgers Trade Report...

Jeff Passan Drops Sneaky Dodgers Trade Report...

  • Dodgers Digest

Sign up for PrizePicks here: https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/DMDODGERS Use promo code DIGEST Jeff Passan has dropped two names that are his top fits for the Los Angeles Dodgers via trade, Tarik Skubal and Riley O'Brien. Kirk Day breaks down Riley O'Brien as an option for the Dodgers and wha…

MLB Futures: Cy Young Predictions and Market Insights for 2026

MLB Futures: Cy Young Predictions and Market Insights for 2026

  • SportsGrid

Donnie and Joe Raineri break down MLB futures by analyzing Cy Young candidates and market trends, highlighting key players and their predictive market odds.

Shohei Ohtani dazzles again on mound, at plate: 'He's from another planet'

Shohei Ohtani dazzles again on mound, at plate: 'He's from another planet'

  • BBOB NIGHTENGALE USA Today

How many ways can you possibly describe Shohei Ohtani, who once again Wednesday defied any semblance of reality on a baseball diamond in the Dodgers’ 7-0 victory over the Diamondbacks?

Shohei Ohtani Just Made MLB History Again!

Shohei Ohtani Just Made MLB History Again!

  • Howdy Sports - Vertical

Shohei Ohtani delivered another dominant performance, tossing six scoreless innings with six strikeouts to lead the Dodgers past the Diamondbacks 7-0. The two-way superstar now owns a 0.74 ERA through his first 10 starts, joining some of the greatest pitching seasons in MLB history while con…

MLB's latest analytics battleground: Who gets to call pitches?

MLB's latest analytics battleground: Who gets to call pitches?

    The Marlins believe dugout pitch-calling gives them an edge. Other teams aren’t so sure.

    Unlikely Blue Jays star Ernie Clement's love affair with Toronto fans grows

    Unlikely Blue Jays star Ernie Clement's love affair with Toronto fans grows

      Clement takes nothing for granted, even as he continues establishing himself as a star player — and a Toronto icon.

      Will MLB add new teams? One owner thinks expansion would be 'stupid'

      Will MLB add new teams? One owner thinks expansion would be 'stupid'

        They had a lavish press conference in Sacramento this week featuring balloons, baseball caps, politicians and even future Hall of Fame manager Dusty Baker, letting Major League Baseball know they have the money, the land and the passion to be part of their exclusive club.

        MLB fans should brace for lockout as owners throw down the gauntlet in labor war

        MLB fans should brace for lockout as owners throw down the gauntlet in labor war

          The Major League Baseball Players' Association braced their players for years this would be coming, and there it was Thursday, presented in black-and-white, MLB’s first official salary cap proposal

          MLB Salary Cap Debate: Key Issues and Players' Stance

          MLB Salary Cap Debate: Key Issues and Players' Stance

            Donnie Rightside and Joe Raineri break down the MLB labor negotiations. Differences in team spending may impact player salaries, igniting broad discussions.

            Grades for all 30 MLB teams at Memorial Day: So many Fs to hand out

            Grades for all 30 MLB teams at Memorial Day: So many Fs to hand out

              They spent all winter training for this grueling race, and now that they’ve reached the first true milestone marker of the season at Memorial Day Weekend.

              Debating Baseball's Best Pitcher: Misiorowski vs. Ohtani

              Debating Baseball's Best Pitcher: Misiorowski vs. Ohtani

                Debating baseball's best: Jacob Misiorowski's 104 mph pitches or Shohei Ohtani's dual skills? Who's the ace? Can Misiorowski keep pac for a full season?

                Toronto Blue Jays: Can They Turn Their Season Around?

                Toronto Blue Jays: Can They Turn Their Season Around?

                Dive into the Jays' season as they battle for a playoff spot! With players struggling, can they turn it around? Explore their current stats and what lies ahead!

                MLB ABS challenge stats: Who are the best and worst teams, players?

                MLB ABS challenge stats: Who are the best and worst teams, players?

                Here is a breakdown of who is thriving, who is struggling and what the early numbers reveal about a system that has quickly changed the game.

                Vagabond Athletics look ready for MLB spotlight, even in a temporary home

                Vagabond Athletics look ready for MLB spotlight, even in a temporary home

                The A’s are building something, even if their future home is still unclear.

                Is Bobby Cox the most beloved MLB manager ever? Atlanta lost its 'heart and soul'

                Is Bobby Cox the most beloved MLB manager ever? Atlanta lost its 'heart and soul'

                I loved Bobby Cox.

                Legendary Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

                Legendary Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox dies at 84

                Hall of Fame manager and legendary Atlanta Braves icon Bobby Cox died at the age of 84, the team announced Saturday.

                Has Shohei Ohtani peaked? Putting his quiet start at the plate into perspective

                Has Shohei Ohtani peaked? Putting his quiet start at the plate into perspective

                Shohei Ohtani might not be at his offensive peak, but he’s still rewriting what greatness looks like.

                Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

                Framber Valdez at center of another beanball controversy as benches clear

                Just when the Detroit Tigers needed someone to step up and be a presence in a sea of calamity, along comes Framber Valdez, acting like a human Titanic.

                Ohtani's Struggles: Balancing Pitching and Hitting in 2026

                Ohtani's Struggles: Balancing Pitching and Hitting in 2026

                Shohei Ohtani discusses his dual role as a pitcher and hitter, addressing his current struggles and media interactions in MLB. Donnie and Joe break it down.

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                Four-star offensive lineman Saunders commits to Virginia Tech

                Four-star offensive lineman Saunders commits to Virginia Tech

                Four-star cornerback Woods verbally commits to Virginia Tech

                Four-star cornerback Woods verbally commits to Virginia Tech

                Virginia baseball adds A-10 Pitcher of Year and Richmond transfer Joey Giordano

                Virginia baseball adds A-10 Pitcher of Year and Richmond transfer Joey Giordano

                MLB Players Share Their Thoughts on ABS So Far | Dugout Discussions

                MLB Players Share Their Thoughts on ABS So Far | Dugout Discussions

                This week Chris Rose sits down with Miami Marlin's All-Star outfielder Kyler Stowers. The two talk about his recent work at first base, how he got drafted, his All-Star Game experience and his once promising umpiring career. After that, we go around the league to find out what player think o…

                Tigers manager A.J. Hinch: Tarik Skubal has 'loose bodies' in elbow

                Tigers manager A.J. Hinch: Tarik Skubal has 'loose bodies' in elbow

                Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch talks to reporters May 4, 2026, at Comerica Park about Tarik Skubal needing elbow surgery to remove loose bodies.

                Handing out MLB's early awards: Best and worst of whacky opening month

                Handing out MLB's early awards: Best and worst of whacky opening month

                Who could have imagined, in their wildest dreams, that that the Colorado Rockies would have a better record than the Mets, Phillies and San Francisco Giants?

                Power Rankings: MLB's Hottest Teams! | 981

                Power Rankings: MLB's Hottest Teams! | 981

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                MLB expansion and realignment means more CHAOS #baseball #sports #mlb

                MLB expansion and realignment means more CHAOS #baseball #sports #mlb

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                Rob Thomson leaves Phillies with no harsh feelings, even with Alex Cora call

                Rob Thomson leaves Phillies with no harsh feelings, even with Alex Cora call

                Rob Thomson, fired Tuesday morning by the Philadelphia Phillies, insisted he not only understood why he was dismissed so quickly, but had no harsh feelings toward Dave Dombrowski.

                Phillies Fire Manager Rob Thomson Amid Struggles: What's Next?

                Phillies Fire Manager Rob Thomson Amid Struggles: What's Next?

                The Philadelphia Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson amid early-season struggles, bringing in Don Mattingly to ignite a turnaround for the playoff-bound team.

                Can Red Sox save 2026 after firing Alex Cora? 'It's a ruthless business'

                Can Red Sox save 2026 after firing Alex Cora? 'It's a ruthless business'

                The Red Sox begin the Chad Tracy era with a win — and a lot to sort out.

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