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Phillies stay hot with dominant Zack Wheeler performance

Phillies remain MLB's hottest team with dominant Zack Wheeler performance

The Phillies made quick work of the Giants in a 6-1 victory on Monday, sweeping the four-game series. Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler was sharp, going seven innings and striking out 11 San Francisco batters.

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A's place struggling starter on injured list

The 24-year-old won a spot in the season-opening rotation, but has had a rough beginning to the 2024 campaign. He has only tallied 27 2/3 innings over seven starts.

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Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / 11 minutes ago

Guardians lose major bat at top of lineup ahead of important AL Central run

Outfielder Steven Kwan has been tremendous for the Cleveland Guardians so far in 2024. Unfortunately for Cleveland, the third-year player out of Los Gatos, California won't be available for at least the foreseeable future.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 9 minutes ago

Five most surprising breakout players in this MLB season

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Three players who need to improve for the Blue Jays to contend in 2024

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Detroit Tigers News / Yardbarker / 2 hours ago

This player is responsible for more than a quarter of Tigers' offense

The fourth-place Detroit Tigers average 3.91 runs per game — the 10th-worst figure in the big leagues — but when they have scored, there's a decent chance one particular player was involved.

Tigers manager on struggling 1B: 'The next stop is next to me'

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Will Justin Verlander be traded this summer?

With the Astros out to a rough start here in 2024, speculation has been mounting that they may have to consider a deadline selloff this summer.

Watch: Astros woes continue in one-run loss to Mariners

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / 52 minutes ago

Giants designate right-hander for assignment

His spot on the 40-man roster will go to a pitching prospect.

Watch: Giants shortstop airmails throw on routine grounder

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Royals showed interest in All-Star infielder before trade to Padres

The Marlins got a surprisingly early jump on the trade market this offseason, hammering out a rare May trade of significance when they shipped infielder Luis Arraez to San Diego. Apparently the Padres weren't the only team interested.

Luis Arraez makes history in Padres debut

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MLB News / Yardbarker / 48 minutes ago

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These three players need to get things going quickly before it's too late for their teams.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / 15 minutes ago

Three players who need to improve for the Blue Jays to contend in 2024

Here are three players who need to turn things around if the Blue Jays are going to turn things around in 2024.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider blasts team after latest loss

Blue Jays acquire potentially useful reliever in trade

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago

Three players who need to improve for the Cardinals to contend in 2024

The Cardinals are off to a disappointing start in 2024. Here are three players that need to pick it up if the team hopes to turn it around.

Cardinals to receive needed outfield help off injured list

Controversial call brings rain-delayed White Sox-Cardinals game to abrupt end

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Watch: Shohei Ohtani homers twice as Dodgers sweep Braves

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani homered twice to help his club finish off a weekend sweep of the Atlanta Braves.

Dodgers place closer on 15-day IL

Watch: The Astros' woes continue in a close loss to the Mariners

Watch: Juan Soto's three-run double gives Yankees lead over Tigers

Watch: Giants shortstop airmails his throw on a routine grounder

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli seems happy to be rid of this lucky charm

Pirates GM responds to calls to promote ace pitching prospect

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Padres place right-hander on 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation

It’s possible he could miss just the minimum 15 days.

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / 20 minutes ago

Watch: Astros woes continue in one-run loss to Mariners

The Houston Astros look nothing like the team that has dominated the American League in recent years.

Watch: Juan Soto's three-run double gives Yankees 5-2 lead over Tigers in seventh

Luis Arraez makes history in Padres debut

Blue Jays acquire potentially useful reliever in trade

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 32 minutes ago

Watch: Juan Soto hits bases-clearing double against Tigers

Watch: Juan Soto's three-run double gives Yankees 5-2 lead over Tigers in seventh

New York Yankees slugger Juan Soto has been destroying American League pitching this season.

Dodgers closer placed on IL after suffering weird injury

Nationals OF nearing return but may face uncertain role

Phillies lose two-time All-Star to injured list

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Evan Phillips News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Dodgers place right-hander on 15-day injured list

The Dodgers are hoping the pitcher will only require a minimum stint on the shelf.

Dodgers infielder goes on power binge in win over Braves

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / 3 hours ago

Royals hopeful right-hander can return to rotation soon

The Royals have been without the pitcher for just over a week.

Rangers hope offense stays hot against Royals

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Luis Arraez News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

Luis Arraez makes history in Padres debut

Less than 24 hours after trading away two-time batting champion Luis Arraez to the San Diego Padres, the move isn't looking so hot for the Miami Marlins.

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Ivan Herrera News / Yardbarker / 45 minutes ago

Controversial call ends White Sox-Cardinals game

Controversial call brings rain-delayed White Sox-Cardinals game to abrupt end

Umpire C.B. Bucknor is in the spotlight again for all the wrong reasons.

White Sox hang on to trim Cards after 3-hour delay in 10th

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Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Marlins president discusses Luis Arraez trade

Marlins president of baseball operations Peter Bendix spoke to reporters, including Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald, earlier Saturday to discuss the blockbuster trade of infielder Luis Arraez to the Padres and the Marlins’ outlook moving forward after the deal.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

How two-time batting title winner fits in Padres lineup

Arraez will help lengthen the Padres' lineup. He has posted a .322/.374/.422 batting line in his 1,847 plate appearances since the beginning of the 2021 season, hitting 20 homers and 86 doubles.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Recent hot streak could be a good omen for Twins

The 2024 MLB season is still in its infancy, and dissecting a team's performance in May is usually a futile exercise. However, the red-hot Minnesota Twins are not only the talk of baseball, but their recent play has fans dreaming of October.

Twins edge Red Sox 3-1, extend win streak to 12

Twins' Max Kepler broke tie with solo blast against Red Sox

Twins have several injury concerns amid winning streak

Kevin Cash is Rays' winningest manager after victory over Mets

Athletics beat Marlins by big margin

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / 13 hours ago

Phillies lose two-time All-Star to injured list

He has been one of the chief reasons why the Phillies have a league-high 22 wins.

Key Cubs players could be returning soon

Blue Jays to activate Alex Manoah for season debut

Giants place catcher on concussion IL

Braves right-hander lands on IL

Brewers OF placed on IL

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / 1 hour ago

Phillies get rough injury news on Trea Turner

Turner had been putting together another All-Star-caliber season for the Phillies, who are now an MLB-best 22-11. He was batting a career-high .343 with two home runs, 9 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases while also appearing in all 33 games.

Watch: Phillies' Trea Turner records remarkable run, leaves game with injury

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Phillies considering multiple ways to keep Spencer Turnbull in rotation mix

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