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David Hill

Based in the mountains of Vermont, Dave has over a decade of experience writing about all things baseball. Just don't ask his thoughts on the universal DH.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Astros' playoff push dealt significant blow

The Astros may be fighting for a playoff berth by the end of the season.

Most overhyped prospect for every MLB team

Not all prospects rise to star status. As the season heads deep into the dog days of a 162-game regular season, Yardbarker MLB writers identify one overhyped prospect for every big-league team.

Jhoan Duran is showing he's everything the Phillies needed

Despite appearing in just four games for the Philadelphia Phillies, closer Jhoan Duran has already made an impact.

Disastrous Yankees reliever torpedoing his own impending free agency

It is a drastic change in fortunes for the two-time All-Star.

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reaches yet another incredible milestone

It is sure to be one of the many milestones Ohtani reaches as his career continues.

Brewers righty deserves consideration as dark-horse Cy Young candidate

The Brewers needed someone to step up, and he has been being the unlikely hero.

Best MLB trades from the last decade: American League

With MLB's trade deadline now behind us, Yardbarker's MLB writers got together this week to identify the best trade each club has made in the last decade (more or less). 

Surprising Marlins earn MLB first in sweep of Yankees

The Miami Marlins achieved a franchise first on Sunday. In doing so, they carved out an interesting place in MLB history.

White Sox rebuild already showing significant progress

The Chicago White Sox won only 41 games in 2024, setting a major league record for the most losses in a season.  This season has already been better in Chicago.

Five biggest winners from the MLB trade deadline

The Yankees have reason to celebrate. What other teams had a successful trade deadline?

Yankees continue stockpiling relievers in trade with Giants

The Yankees needed to upgrade their bullpen. They did exactly that.

Mets finally fix hole in outfield in trade with Orioles

Center field has been a glaring weakness in the New York Mets lineup this season. That is no longer the case after Thursday's trade.

Padres make blockbuster deal for A's closer

The San Diego Padres had been relatively quiet ahead of the 6:00 PM EST trade deadline. That changed in a hurry Thursday morning.

Tigers reportedly cut ties with former top prospect

A former top prospect's time in Detroit may have come to an unceremonious end.

Reds add another piece for potential playoff push

The Cincinnati Reds have continued to be busy ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

Phillies finally find an answer for closer role in trade

He gives the Phillies a long-term answer for the ninth inning as he is under team control through 2027.

Giants potentially fleece Mets in trade for rental reliever

The San Francisco Giants were reportedly willing to listen to offers for their relief pitching. The first domino fell on Wednesday afternoon.

Pirates get solid return for disappointing former top prospect

The Pittsburgh Pirates have found a taker for a former top prospect who hasn't lived up to expectations.

Phillies identify top bullpen target

The Phillies have been searching for bullpen upgrades ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. They may have found their match.

Rafael Devers trade not working out as Giants hoped

The Giants thought they had added the missing piece in their lineup when they acquired Rafael Devers from the Red Sox.

Orioles have an underrated trade chip in Charlie Morton

Charlie Morton did not appear to have anything left in the tank in his first six outings with the Baltimore Orioles.

Pirates reportedly have high asking price for David Bednar

If teams want to acquire Pirates closer David Bednar ahead of the July 31 trade deadline, they will reportedly need to pay a steep price.

Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg dies after battle with cancer

Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg lost his battle with cancer on Monday. He was 65 years old.

One trade each National League team must make

With the upcoming MLB trade deadline in mind, Yardbarker's MLB writers looked at identifying one trade each NL club must make in the coming days. 

One trade each American League team must make

With the upcoming MLB trade deadline in mind, Yardbarker's MLB writers looked at identifying one trade each AL club must make in the coming days.