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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.

Who will step up for Rangers in absence of Josh Jung?

The Rangers have already been dealt some adversity in 2024 and will need someone to step up as they defend their World Series title.

Watch: Astros' Ronel Blanco dominates Blue Jays for first no-hitter of 2024

Five games into the 2024 season, we have the first no-hitter of the year.

Three hitters off to scorching starts after MLB's opening weekend

With the opening weekend of the 2024 MLB season over, plenty of players have made an immediate impact, including a few that have shown unexpected production for their teams.

Watch: Red Sox outfielder Tyler O’Neill makes MLB history on Opening Day

Acquired this offseason in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals, the outfielder wasted no time making history in his new uniform.

Bobby Witt Jr. and friends look to usher in a new era of Royals baseball in 2024

In an AL Central division that is ripe for the taking, the Royals could be one of baseball's biggest surprises in 2024. 

Reds relying on familiar face amid depleted infield depth

The Cincinnati Reds were expected to enter the 2024 season with an abundance of middle infielders, but things haven't panned out that way. As a result, the team will hope a familiar face will be able to step up.

Diamondbacks forced to start the season with a new face at closer

Just days before the start of the regular season, the Arizona Diamondbacks will be without closer Paul Sewald for the foreseeable future.

It's time for Cardinals to admit this offseason addition was a mistake

In his three starts this spring, the righty is 0-2 with a 10.80 ERA.

Three hitters that have shined during spring training

We are about a week away from Opening Day and that means rosters are starting to take shape and players are being told what level they will start the new season. While spring training isn't the only factor in making these decisions, having a standout performance can help bolster your chances of making the team out of camp.

Three pitchers that have shined during spring training

We are about a week away from Opening Day and that means rosters are starting to take shape and players are being told what level they will start the new season. 

A's Miguel Andujar is shredding spring training. Will revival carry over to season?

Once one of the hottest young hitters in baseball with the New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics outfielder Andujar is proving that he still has something to prove in the MLB.

ESPN's new MLB Top 100: Astros, Braves, Dodgers lead the way

ESPN has dropped its annual Top 100 players list and, as expected, three teams dominated the list with the Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers accounting for a combined 25 players. 

Three rising stars for the Oakland Athletics

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the A's in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Minnesota Twins

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Twins in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Washington Nationals

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Nationals in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Cleveland Guardians

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Guardians in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Pittsburgh Pirates

After a hot start in 2023, the Pittsburgh Pirates ended up in fourth place in the National League Central. They will look to bounce back and be competitive in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Milwaukee Brewers

After winning the NL Central in 2023, the Brewers will look to repeat that performance in 2024. 

This Cardinals prospect has chance to make impact to begin 2024 season

St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Victor Scott II is looking to prove he's ready to make an impact in the major leagues.

Three rising stars for the Seattle Mariners

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Mariners in 2024.

Three rising stars for the Detroit Tigers

Here are three rising stars looking to make an impact for the Tigers in 2024.

Cardinals agree to deal with veteran shortstop Brandon Crawford

With utility man Tommy Edman unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, the St. Louis Cardinals have added three-time All-Star shortstop Brandon Crawford to the squad to backup rookie shortstop Masyn Winn.

Three rising stars for the Toronto Blue Jays

After a disappointing postseason loss in the American League wild-card series, the Blue Jays will look to make another postseason run in the loaded AL East in 2024. 

Three rising stars for the Texas Rangers

With spring training underway, each team is filled with hope for a World Series title and fresh faces are ready to make a name for themselves in the majors. After winning their first World Series title in 2023, the Rangers will look to make another postseason run in 2024.

Rising stars for the Tampa Bay Rays

Here are three rising stars who will look to make an impact for the Rays in 2024.