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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.

Three pitchers working their way toward big paydays this offseason

A look at three pitchers who have put themselves in line for a significant deal in free agency this offseason.

Faced with numerous hurdles, this AL East team continues to win

After a historic 13-0 start to the 2023 season, the Tampa Bay Rays have been faced with challenge after challenge on the road to the playoffs.

One NL Central team is red hot with playoffs approaching

After falling short of a playoff spot in 2022, the Milwaukee Brewers entered 2023 with one thing on their mind and that was a National League Central division title.  Currently 73-57, the Brewers hold a four-game lead over the Chicago Cubs with 32 games left to play and don't look like a team that's going to let that lead slip.

After cashing in as free agents, these players have not lived up to the hype

Every offseason there are your cautionary tales of overpaying for players during free agency and the 2023 class has a few that stand out with their first season as members of their new teams winding down. 

Three MLB players who have been worth every penny they got this offseason

Taking a look at three of the offseason signings in baseball which have actually ended up working out.

Having the best season of his career, this Diamondbacks pitcher deserves more credit for team's turnaround in 2023

An eighth-round pick in the 2010 MLB Draft, he has had an unconventional road to the big league and is in the middle of his best season as a pro in 2023.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani suffers devastating injury, won't pitch again in 2023

A free agent after this season, Ohtani was in line to receive a massive deal from interested suitors. However, this injury could shy teams away from paying the premium.

Playing for third team in last 30 days, Giants SS has memorable debut

Starting his 2023 season at Triple-A in the Cardinals organization, shortstop Paul DeJong has had a wild year.

Braves eyeing multiple franchise home run records in 2023

The Atlanta Braves are mashing their way into the record books.

With a fresh start, this former first-round pick is thriving with the Royals

After being drafted by the Rangers in the first round of the 2016 MLB Draft, left-hander Cole Ragans had a promising 2017 as a 19-year-old but would then miss three straight minor league seasons from 2018-20 due to injuries and the cancellation of the 2020 season. 

Limping toward the finish line, this American League team is looking for answers

The Texas Rangers are currently on a six-game losing streak as they attempt to hang on atop the AL West division.

A's rookie second baseman continues to make his presence felt

One of the hottest hitters in baseball over the last 30 days, Oakland Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof continued that hot streak by slugging his ninth home run in only 125 at-bats on Monday night.

Guardians rookie pitchers impress, try to keep team's playoff hopes alive

After winning the American League Central in 2022 with a 92-70 record, the Cleveland Guardians entered 2023 with hopes to repeat. But with 37 games remaining for the club, they trail the Minnesota Twins by six games for the division lead and have watched their playoff chances grow slimmer by the day. 

Trio of young hitters proving to be future of the Tigers

Sitting at 57-67, the Detroit Tigers are long shots in their division despite playing good baseball since the All-Star break but have given fans something to be excited about in 2024.

Watch: Marlins end Dodgers winning streak, launch five home runs

In a close battle for a National League wild-card spot the Miami Marlins faced off with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night, the hottest team in baseball on an 11-game winning streak the Dodgers looked to continue their winning ways as they push for the best record in the National League. 

Three minor league batters who should still make their MLB debut in 2023

Here are three players who could still make their major league debut as the 2023 season winds down.

Watch: Giants play-by-play broadcaster adds new job to his resume

Since 2003 broadcaster Dave Flemming has handled the play-by-play duties for the San Francisco Giants. On Monday night, he took on a different role.

Watch: Down four runs in the ninth, Marlins rally in amazing comeback win against Yankees

The Miami Marlins came storming back on the New York Yankees.

Since his return from IL, this Orioles slugger has been unstoppable

After missing a month due to experiencing vertigo, Baltimore Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle has been one of the most feared batters.

This first baseman has been on an absolute tear in 2023

The National League leader in runs, doubles, total bases and OPS, Freeman has started to make a case for the 2023 National League MVP Award.

Shohei Ohtani makes history yet again in 2023

A feat that will be hard to replicate, Ohtani figures to be alone with this accomplishment for the foreseeable future.

This American League team must brace for a messy future

After a promising stretch of baseball in late July, the Los Angeles Angels decided to buy at the trade deadline. The results have been disastrous, and could have consequences that reverberate into the franchise's future.

Two National League teams that need to figure it out fast

After spending most of the season surprising many around the league, the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Miami Marlins have been scuffling since the start of July and have seen their playoff hopes continue to slip after promising starts to 2023.

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. makes MLB history

With the Royals currently 36-75, Witt Jr. has been one of the few bright spots on the team.

Watch: Angels' Shohei Ohtani becomes first player to 40 home runs in 2023

After his night on the mound was cut short after four innings, Los Angeles Angels two-way player Shohei Ohtani casually crushed home run No. 40 of the season.