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Michael Carpenter

Michael is a California kid, living in Arizona as a graduate of The Cronkite School of Journalism, Forks Up. He believes Yadier Molina will be in the Hall, and Dez caught it. Michael njoys spending his free time with his amazing wife and two beautiful daughters or playing video games. You can find him on Twitter @_MCSports.

Back with White Sox, Elvis Andrus prepares for new position

For the first time in Elvis Andrus' 14-year MLB career, he is not playing shortstop.

Rockies prospect Zac Veen makes statement in spring training debut

Veen got off to a good start to his goal of making the big league club out of spring training.

Klay Thompson gets hot from three, sets new NBA record

When he catches fire, he is tough to contain, and that's just what Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson did Friday night.

Kings duo catch fire in second-highest scoring game in NBA history

Combining to score 87 points, the two helped propel the Kings to their biggest win of the season. 

Former MVP looks to regain confidence with Cubs in 2023

Three years ago, new Chicago Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger was on top of the baseball world. His stats then fell off a cliff. Now at age 27, he'll look to get things back on track.

Athletics rookie gets dream matchup vs. fellow countryman

When making the move to the United States, Oakland Athletics pitcher Shintaro Fujinami never could have dreamed his first start would be against someone he played against back home in Japan.

Angels prospect looks to break radar guns in the majors

Owner of the fastest pitch in college baseball history, Los Angeles Angels prospect Ben Joyce is hoping to turn heads during his first spring training as a professional.

Kyle Schwarber welcomes Phillies top prospect to spring training

Looking to become the first teenager to start for the Phillies since 1980, Andrew Painter is hoping to continue the dominant start to his professional career and turn that into a rotation spot in the MLB.

With Albert Pujols gone, who will be the Cardinals DH in 2023?

After a magical run in 2022 with Albert Pujols that saw the 42-year-old smash 24 home runs, including No. 700 in his career, the St. Louis Cardinals are heading into spring training with an open battle for the new designated hitter.

Jackson Holliday already got invitation to Orioles camp seven months after getting drafted

With no expectations to make the major league team, Holliday will use this as a chance to soak in all that he can to help him adjust as he climbs his way through the minor leagues in 2023.

Buccaneers RB heading into 2023 season with a chip on his shoulder

Drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, former Arizona State Sun Devil Rachaad White saw plenty of action in his first season.

Padres pitcher eager to rejoin Team USA as a starter

Originally slated to be a part of Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Nick Martinez withdrew due to the USA wanting to use him as a reliever. 

Entering his 14th season, Jason Heyward looks to latch on with Dodgers

During the offseason, Jason Heyward knew that he needed to make major changes in order to continue playing in the majors. The Los Angeles Dodgers made the call, signing Heyward to a minor-league deal with an invite to camp and reuniting him with former teammate Freddie Freeman.

National League prospects to keep an eye on in 2023

With spring training only days away, here are some of the top prospects in the National League who have a chance to make an impact in the majors during the 2023 season.

American League prospects to keep an eye on in 2023

With spring training only days away, here are some of the top prospects in the American League who have a chance to make an impact in the majors during the 2023 season.

Diamondbacks' young outfield looks to burst onto the scene in 2023

If this group of outfielders can live up to its potential, Diamondbacks baseball will feature the excitement it has lacked since franchise legend Paul Goldschmidt was traded in 2018.

Julio Urias looks to add to his impressive resume in 2023

Julio Urias has quietly been one of the best pitchers in the MLB over the past three seasons. He led the MLB in wins with 20 in 2021 and last year he led the National League with a 2.16 ERA while finishing third in the Cy Young award voting.

Blues ship captain Ryan O'Reilly to Toronto as fire sale continues

With O'Reilly in the last year of his contract and the Blues struggling to stay in the playoff picture, it made sense to find a trade for him. Allowing him a chance to compete in the playoffs, while getting something in return was a win-win for both parties.

Yankees lose Frankie Montas to potential season-ending surgery

Frankie Montas, the Yankees' big acquisition at last year's trade deadline, is undergoing potential season-ending shoulder surgery.

From seventh-round pick to Super Bowl starter, the Chiefs found their lead RB

Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach stated that there would be a thousand-yard rusher that would come from the late rounds of the 2022 NFL Draft, and he wasn't wrong.

Revisiting Nikola Jokic's historic triple-double on the fifth anniversary

Five years ago, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic broke a 63-year-old NBA record that many thought would be unbreakable.

Three hitters looking to bounce back in 2023

There were plenty of All-Star caliber players who struggled in 2022, but these three are primed to regain their form in 2023.

Two MLB teams looking to rebound from losing records

The Rangers and the Twins both came into 2022 with high expectations.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: NL Rookie of the Year

With spring training approaching, it's time to start thinking about 2023 MLB future bets. With most sportsbooks offering odds on award winners, we dive into the NL Rookie of the Year market.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: AL Rookie of the Year

With spring training approaching, it's time to start thinking about 2023 MLB future bets. With most sportsbooks offering odds on award winners, we dive into the AL Rookie of the Year.