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RHP Domingo German exercises opt out, released by Pirates
Right-hander Domingo German has exercised an opt-out clause in his contract and has been released by the Pittsburgh Pirates.,Signed to a minor-league deal, German posted a 4-4 record with a 5.35 ERA in 10 starts for Triple-A Indianapolis. He also allowed one run on three hits in four innings in one ...
Winners and Losers of 2024 MLB All-Star Game
While the American League beat the National League 5-3 and Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez won the Home Run Derby, there were many more winners and losers from this year’s event....
With 24 teams in playoff hunt, players excited for second half
ARLINGTON, Texas -- The All-Star festivities always provide a nice respite for players and fans alike amid the regular season grind.,The Home Run Derby delivered an entertaining battle in the finals between champion Teoscar Hernandez and runner-up Bobby Witt Jr. ,The All-Star Game itself had memorab...
MLB Futures: Finding betting value to start the second half
With the All-Star Game in the books, the second half of the season begins on Friday, making now the time to check out futures markets. ,There's value available if you know where to look. ,A team or player on this list offers excellent value for the bet in question. It might be because of a surprise ...
Three Teams That Will Be Most Active at MLB Trade Deadline
These three teams are expected to be among the most active participants in the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline, with star players like Vladdy and Garrett Crochet up for grabs....
The Biggest Busts of the 2024 MLB Season So Far
The All-Star Break gives teams an opportunity to assess where they're at. Today, we'll assess players that have been the biggest disappointments in 2024....
AL edges NL in All-Star Game thanks to Jarren Duran
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran delivered a go-ahead two-run home run in the bottom of the fifth inning to lead the American League All-Stars to a 5-3 victory over the National League All-Stars on Tuesday night. ,The AL served as the home team at Globe Life Field, home of ...
All-Star Game notebook: MVP Jarren Duran cements self as one of the 'studs'
Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran found himself starstruck ahead of Tuesday's All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.,After all, the 27-year-old was making his first All-Star Game appearance, just two years removed from a 2022 season in which he constantly bounced in between Triple-A Worcester and t...
Pirates phenom Paul Skenes completes remarkable year as pro
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Paul Skenes capped a remarkable 53-week run as a professional on Tuesday night, starting the All-Star Game for the National League in the latest of a seemingly endless series of firsts.,The Pittsburgh Pirates drafted Skenes first overall in the MLB draft on July 9, 2023, making h...
Twins acquire INF Rylan Bannon in trade with Mets
The Minnesota Twins acquired third baseman Rylan Bannon from the New York Mets on Tuesday for cash considerations.,Bannon, 28, has completed short major league stints with three different clubs, going 2-for-20 in seven games for the Atlanta Braves (2022), Baltimore Orioles (2022) and Houston Astros ...
HR Derby anthem singer entering rehab
Country singer Ingrid Andress said that she was intoxicated and plans to enter a rehab facility following her performance of the U.S. national anthem prior to Major League Baseball's Home Run Derby.,"I'm not gonna (expletive) y'all, I was drunk last night. I'm checking myself into a facility today t...
MLB's Biggest First Half Surprises in 2024
The All-Star Break is already here, and as baseball season is flying by, these are the biggest surprises in the MLB during the first half of 2024....
Pete Alonso hoping Mets don't trade him before deadline
Expressing his love for the city of New York, the Mets and their fans, slugger Pete Alonso -- an impending free agent -- wants to remain with the team as the July 30 trade deadline approaches.,"I'm super happy to be a Met, super proud to be a Met," the four-time All-Star said on Monday at Globe Life...
Despite Jays' struggles, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wants to stay
With his contract set to expire after the 2025 season, Blue Jays All-Star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reiterated his desire to remain in Toronto long term on Monday.,While the Blue Jays have said that they don't plan to move Guerrero or shortstop Bo Bichette before the July 30 trade deadline, cont...
Dodgers OF Teoscar Hernandez wins Home Run Derby
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Teoscar Hernandez became the first Los Angeles Dodgers player to win the Home Run Derby on Monday night at Globe Life Field.,Hernandez edged Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. in the final, clubbing 14 homers to Witt's 13. It came down to the wire, as Witt nearly tied th...
Adrian Beltre throwing out ceremonial first pitch at All-Star Game
Former Texas Rangers star third baseman Adrian Beltre will throw out the ceremonial first pitch ahead of Tuesday's All-Star Game at Arlington, Texas.,Beltre will handle the honor just five days before he will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at Cooperstown, N.Y. Beltre, a first-ballot Hall of Famer...
Home Run Derby: Bobby Witt Jr., Teoscar Hernandez meet in finals
ARLINGTON, Texas -- A pair of first-time participants have reached the finals of the Home Run Derby as the Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. will go head-to-head with the Dodgers' Teoscar Hernandez for the title on Monday night at Globe Life Field.,Both players are looking to become the first in their respecti...
Home Run Derby: Alec Bohm, Jose Ramirez lead after Round 1
ARLINGTON, Texas -- The Phillies' Alec Bohm and the Guardians' Jose Ramirez are leading the way after the first round of the Home Run Derby on Monday night. Bohm and Ramirez tied for the most home runs in the opening round with 21.,The Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. and the Dodgers' Teoscar Hernandez are al...
Juan Soto open to staying with Yankees as free agency looms
Likely to land a long-term deal in the $500 million range this offseason as a free agent, All-Star slugger Juan Soto would consider re-signing with the New York Yankees but will have plenty of suitors.,"If I knew the future," Soto said on Tuesday at All-Star media day, "I would play the lottery. Nob...
NL All-Stars add RHP Kyle Finnegan to replace Ryan Helsley
Washington Nationals closer Kyle Finnegan was selected Monday for his first All-Star Game as a late replacement for St. Louis closer Ryan Helsley on the NL roster.,The major league leader with 32 saves, Helsley last pitched on Saturday for his 42nd inning of the season in 41 games. The right-hander,...