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Mets' Juan Soto addresses possible breakout performances vs. Rockies

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto hadn't hit a home run since May 9 before he went deep in back-to-back wins over the lowly Colorado Rockies this past weekend.

With Knicks eliminated, all eyes in New York turn to Juan Soto

Francisco Lindor moves into fourth all-time in home runs by shortstops

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Watch: Michael Busch lifts Cubs to win with homer into Wrigley wind

Michael Busch helped power the Cubs to a 7-3 win over Cincinnati on Sunday.

Two-time MLB All-Star announces his retirement

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X-ray revealed severity of Chicago Cubs RF Kyle Tucker’s injury

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / June 2

D-backs' Burnes appeared to have troubling message before exit

D-backs' Corbin Burnes appeared to have troubling message before exit

Arizona Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes left Sunday's game prematurely with discomfort in his elbow, and the right-hander appeared to deliver a concerning message to a team trainer before exiting.

Red Sox have glimmer of hope for rest of season after series win

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Watch: Blue Jays' George Springer burned by replay in funniest way possible

Watch: Reds' Elly De La Cruz blasts HR in first game since sister's death

Watch: Rays' Taylor Walls snaps after his ejection against Astros

Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone is finally getting his chance

Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / June 1

Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone getting his chance

The Kansas City Royals desperately need to improve the production in their outfield. That upgrade may come from within.

Tigers score on wild pitch, hold on for 1-0 victory over Royals

Royals select contract of lefty Andrew Hoffman

Royals release outfielder Nelson Velazquez

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 1

Andrew McCutchen ties Roberto Clemente on Pirates' all-time home run list

Andrew McCutchen's two-run homer ties him with longtime Pirates legend Roberto Clemente for third on the club's all-time list.

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Two-time MLB All-Star announces his retirement

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New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 1

Francisco Lindor moves into fourth all-time in home runs by shortstops

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor's fifth-inning home run moved him into 4th all-time in homers by a shortstop.

Three stars go yard as Mets deal Rockies another defeat

With Knicks eliminated, all eyes in New York turn to Juan Soto

Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

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MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 1

Corbin Burnes injury update emerges after scary moment vs. Nationals

Arizona Diamondbacks fans can breathe a sigh of relief amid Corbin Burnes’ latest injury scare.

D-backs' Corbin Burnes appeared to have troubling message before exit

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Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker / June 1

Watch: Rays' Taylor Walls snaps after ejection against Astros

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Taylor Walls went ballistic in Sunday's road game against the Houston Astros.

Rays option Chandler Simpson

Rays adding veteran pitcher in low-risk, low-cost move

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Minnesota Twins News / Yardbarker / June 1

Watch: Twins CF Harrison Bader makes crazy diving catch

Harrison Bader is widely recognized as one of the best defensive center fielders in baseball, and the Minnesota Twins veteran reminded everyone of why on Sunday.

Phillies' decision to cast off struggling player is looking very bad

The best MLB players to never make an All-Star Game

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Cincinnati Reds News / Yardbarker / June 1

Watch: Reds' De La Cruz blasts HR in first game since sister's death

Watch: Reds' Elly De La Cruz blasts HR in first game since sister's death

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz gave his sister a touching tribute after learning she had died on Saturday.

Reds at risk of losing two left-handed pitchers on same day

The 25 most surprising players from the 2025 MLB season so far

The '2024 MLB extra base hits leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 1

Red Sox have glimmer of hope for rest of season after series win

Frustrated Red Sox fans now have a glimmer of hope thanks to Boston's weekend series win over the Atlanta Braves. With Sunday's 3-1 victory, the Red Sox claimed the series after taking out two of three from Atlanta.

Craig Breslow discusses Red Sox’ struggles, future plans

Braves get bad news on pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 1

Watch: George Springer burned by replay in funniest way possible

Watch: Blue Jays' George Springer burned by replay in funniest way possible

Now that instant replay is a part of professional sports, athletes always need to be aware that every inch and every movement matters. George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays found that out the hard way on Sunday afternoon against the Athletics.

Watch: Athletics outfielder's first MLB homer has extra meaning

Two-time All-Star announces his retirement from MLB

Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / June 1

Why didn't Phillies make this rotation move sooner?

Why the Phillies didn't make this move earlier is puzzling.

Phillies' decision to cast off struggling player is looking very bad

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo destroys his season stats with historically bad outing

Rhys Hoskins, Jackson Chourio lead Brewers' historic scoring surge vs. Phillies

Who threw the most recent no-hitter for every MLB team?

The 'MLB Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 31

Astros offer troubling injury update on slugger Yordan Alvarez

Alvarez appeared to be on track to return from a hand injury over the weekend, but some troubling new information about the issue surfaced on Saturday.

Rays blowout Astros

Nationals DFA former All-Star

Rockies option former 25-HR hitter

Reds at risk of losing two lefty pitchers on the same day

Dodgers add catching depth, move star pitcher to 60-day IL

Phillies' decision to cast off struggling player is looking very bad

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Yankees show they aren't close to Dodgers' level with blowout loss

Once again, the New York Yankees proved they're nowhere near the Los Angeles Dodgers' weight class.

Dodgers send message to their 2024 World Series foe

Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani set MLB record in first inning of clash

Why Devin Williams needs to remain Yankees' setup man

Rhys Hoskins, Jackson Chourio lead Brewers' historic scoring surge

Brandon Pfaadt makes history in rough start for Diamondbacks

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo destroys stats with historically bad outing

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / May 31

Brandon Pfaadt makes history in rough start for Diamondbacks

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Brandon Pfaadt had appeared to have taken that next step forward this season.

Diamondbacks designate struggling pitcher for assignment

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

With Knicks eliminated, all eyes in New York turn to Juan Soto

With the New York Knicks eliminated in the NBA’s Eastern Conference Finals by the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night, all eyes in the Big Apple will now focus squarely on Juan Soto's struggles or success with the New York Mets.

Mets grab early lead, hand Rockies seventh straight loss

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Watch: Athletics outfielder's first MLB homer has extra meaning

Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke accomplished a major milestone on Saturday, and the setting made the accomplishment even more special.

Denzel Clarke robs home run with amazing Spiderman catch

Watch: Home run party powers Blue Jays to 12-0 win

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Two-time MLB All-Star announces his retirement

The 37-year-old was a career .270 hitter across 1,208 total MLB games.

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Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 31

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / May 31

Phillies' Jesus Luzardo destroys his season stats with historically bad outing

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo blew up his season on Saturday with a historically bad outing against the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Humungous trade: Phillies acquire 6-foot-6 southpaw

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Watch: Orioles rookie collects first RBI, sparks bench-clearing

Baltimore Orioles rookie Coby Mayo had an eventful day on Saturday in the team's 4-2 win over the Chicago White Sox.

Jorge Mateo's blast helps Orioles dispatch White Sox

Orioles place Cedric Mullins on injured list

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Jorge Lopez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 31

Nationals designate former All-Star pitcher for assignment

The Nationals are designating right-hander Jorge Lopez for assignment, according to a report from TalkNats.

Nationals extend hot streak with win over D-backs

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31

Hoskins, Chourio lead Brewers' historic scoring surge vs. Phillies

Rhys Hoskins, Jackson Chourio lead Brewers' historic scoring surge vs. Phillies

The Milwaukee Brewers erupted for 17 runs in their 17-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday, pushing their season-high win streak to six games.

Humungous trade: Phillies acquire 6-foot-6 southpaw

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29

Royals release former first-round pick

Kansas City’s surprising two-year free agent investment in him did not work. The Royals guaranteed him $13.5M on a deal that also included an opt-out clause after the first season.

Royals release outfielder Nelson Velazquez

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