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Aaron Somers

Aaron Somers has more than a decade of experience writing about sports and has been published in numerous outlets, but baseball is and has always been his biggest passion. You can follow him on BlueSky, @AaronJSomers.

Marcus Stroman posts odd tweet about Shohei Ohtani and Mets 'dinosaur'

Stroman is entitled to his opinion, but this one seems like an unusual stand to take. To begin with, why bother stepping into the argument at all?

A look at the Yankees' perfect game history

Domingo German etched his name into New York Yankees history on Wednesday, pitching the fourth perfect game in franchise history.

Rangers set to send Corey Seager on rehab assignment

Already finding themselves in first place in the AL West, the Texas Rangers lineup could be getting stronger soon.

Yet another Yankees prospect drawing attention in the minors

New York selected Spencer Jones with its first-round pick in last June’s draft out of Vanderbilt. The 6-foot-7 outfielder was a force offensively in college, and he’s continued to hit as a professional.

Bryce Harper cleared to return; expected to play Tuesday

Bryce Harper has been cleared to return to the Philadelphia Phillies, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Harper is expected to be in the Phillies lineup Tuesday in Los Angeles, just 159 days after undergoing Tommy John surgery. 

Yankees could get much-needed outfield boost this weekend

Reinforcements could be on the horizon for a New York Yankees team that continues to slap together a patchwork mix to cover the outfield. Manager Aaron Boone told reporters, including MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch, prior to Monday’s game against Cleveland that Harrison Bader could return as soon as this weekend.

Aaron Judge leaves game vs. Rangers due to injury

Injuries are already becoming a tiresome narrative in New York a month into the season and the Yankees received another scare.

Seattle Mariners lose former Cy Young Award winner for season

The team announced late Wednesday that the 31-year-old will undergo flexor tendon repair surgery. 

Yankees' Harrison Bader to start rehab assignment

Injuries have forced the New York Yankees to patch together their outfield alignment to start the season.

Yankees star slugger expected to miss four to six weeks

Giancarlo Stanton was placed on the injured list Sunday due to a hamstring strain.

Luis Arraez hits for the first cycle in Miami Marlins history

Luis Arraez is wasting little time making an impact in Miami. Arraez added himself to the franchise record books on Tuesday, becoming the first player in franchise history to hit for the cycle. 

Boston Red Sox lose Adam Duvall to fractured wrist

The injury to Adam Duvall is especially impactful given that the offseason signing has unexpectedly been one of the best pieces of the Boston Red Sox lineup in the early going this season.

College baseball player rocks cycle and no-hitter in the same game

On Friday, Division II pitcher Brady Ware threw a no-hitter while mashing for the cycle.

Yankees to start super prospect at Double-A

Plenty of attention has followed Jasson Dominguez ever since the New York Yankees signed him. Dominguez has turned heads at every stop so far and could be moving closer to arrival in New York. 

Gleyber Torres becomes seventh-youngest Yankee to reach career milestone

Times haven't always been smooth in New York for Gleyber Torres but the second baseman continues to work his name into the franchise's record books. Torres homered on Monday night, his second this season. The shot marked the 100th of his career.

Braves to finally retire No. 25 for Andruw Jones

Andruw Jones will finally get his day.

Baseball Reference adds great Tungsten Arm O'Doyle Easter egg

Tungsten Arm O'Doyle may be totally fictional, but he's building quite the following ever since first being introduced to the world. The now-viral tweet first was published in May 2021 and has become a recurring joke among baseball fans across the world. 

Record 14 players eligible for MLB's Prospect Promotion Incentive

One feature of the latest collective bargaining agreement between MLB and the MLB Player's Association was the creation of the Prospect Promotion Incentive.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani pitches masterfully in loss

Shohei Ohtani took the mound for Los Angeles on Opening Day and was masterful. The Angels still lost.

Gerrit Cole sets Yankees Opening Day strikeout record

Gerrit Cole continues writing his name into the New York Yankees record books. He pitched 200.2 innings for New York last season, leading MLB with 257 strikeouts, and he's off to a quick start in 2023.

Yankees' Anthony Volpe to wear No. 11

The newest Yankees shortstop has chosen a number for 2023, no small task considering the abundance of retired numbers in the historic franchise. 

Yankees grant OF Rafael Ortega his release

MLB Trade Rumors' Steve Adams reported the news, noting that Ortega requested the Yankees release him upon learning that he would not make the roster. 

Red Sox receive Rule 5 pick Andrew Politi back from Baltimore

Right-handed pitcher Andrew Politi cleared waivers and has been returned to the Boston Red Sox organization.

Red Sox schedule in April: Two series to watch

April looks to be a busy opening month to the 2023 season for the Boston Red Sox.

Report: Cuban pitcher Yariel Rodriguez defects with hope of MLB deal

Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodriguez has reportedly defected hoping to land an MLB contract.