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Caleb Thomas

Caleb Thomas is a journalism student at Troy University in Alabama. He writes for on-campus publications "The Tropolitan" and "Troy Today." You can view his mediocre tweets at @cthomas6204.

Has Atlanta's rising star eclipsed J.T. Realmuto as MLB's top catcher?

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy has been perhaps the most well-rounded catcher in baseball this season.

Braves' decision to hang on to veteran slugger paying off

Since leading the National League in home runs in 2020 and signing a four-year, $65 million contract that offseason, Marcell Ozuna has been a controversial

Padres injured slugger hopes to turn season around upon return to lineup

After being selected to two straight MLB All-Star Games in 2021 and 2022, Manny Machado has figuratively fallen off of a cliff. His production has drastically dropped, and he's mired in one of the toughest stretches of his career to date. 

Three potential landing spots for this former MLB top prospect

A change of scenery could be helpful for Hunter Dozier, and there's room to contribute to a few different teams.

How Yandy Diaz became the best first baseman in MLB

Taking a deeper dive into how Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz has developed into one of the best at his position.

Catastrophic Cardinals: Where can they go from here?

This trade deadline and upcoming offseason, the Cardinals front office faces a crossroads. Right now, it's looking like the current roster isn't cutting it. Changes need to be made, but the big question is what it will look like.

Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr. on pace for historic season

Ronald Acuña is a true five-tool player, and it looks like he's finally 100% healthy after tearing an ACL in 2021 and fighting through injuries last season. The past few weeks have been a showcase of that talent. 

Look: MLB app malfunction sparks nostalgia for fans

A technological malfunction with the MLB app helped start the week off in interesting fashion. Fans who had final score notifications enabled for teams were, in fact, sent final scores.

May brings an opportunity to halt free fall for weak-hitting Mets

Thanks to a relatively comfortable schedule, the New York Mets have a chance to turn things around in May.

Rays' Wander Franco turning into a flippin' star

Wander Franco, finally rid of the injury bug, is looking like the five-tool player that scouts projected him to be

Here's what fuels the rise of the upstart Pirates

Taking a look at just what has helped the previously-hapless Pittsburgh Pirates take a huge step forward to start the 2023 season.

Hot-hitting 23-year-old is proving Mets ownership wrong

Even at 23, Brett Baty looks like the right player to lock down the hot corner in Queens for years to come.  

Bad luck in the Bronx: Why Yankees are at bottom of AL East

For the first time in nearly seven years, the New York Yankees have sole possession of last place in the American League East after April. In what is shaping up to be one of the best divisions in baseball, New York is 15-15.

The hitter who has quietly risen to the top of MLB HR leaderboard

A surprising name sits atop the MLB home run leaderboard through one month of the season.

Report: Mariners to call up their second-ranked prospect

Bryce Miller, the Seattle Mariners' second-ranked prospect, is being called up to start Tuesday, according to MLB.com's Daniel Kramer. The Mariners have yet to confirm.

Inside the remarkable start for this Baltimore Orioles reliever

Like many other minor leaguers, Yennier Cano suffered from the lack of a season in 2020. However, the Cuban relief pitcher is now back and with the Baltimore Orioles.

The baseball stadium that makes Coors Field look pitcher friendly

Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu, the venue where the San Francisco Giants and the San Diego Padres are playing the MLB Mexico City Series, isn't just known for its distinctive architectural style.

Much-needed bullpen return looms for Braves

Despite being plagued by injuries at the start of the season, the Atlanta Braves have started out 17-9 and sit atop the NL East standings. Atlanta activated star centerfielder Michael Harris II from the injured list on Friday morning, and more players look to be on their way back.

The three pitchers who are fueling the Cubs' excellent rotation

Drew Smyly's near-perfect outing served as a reminder of Chicago's pitching talent and the starters' dramatic improvement from last season.