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25 sports stats that no longer seem to matter
Sometimes statistics in sports don't tell the whole story. Or, not enough to be important as fans once assumed. Here are 25 sports stats that might have lost their luster.
Kansas City Royals News / Yardbarker / June 3
Royals need more than Jac Caglianone to fix their offensive woes
The Royals shouldn't realistically be hoping that Caglianone is going to save their offense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 3
Three relievers Phillies should consider at MLB trade deadline
As June begins, it's evident that the Phillies bullpen could use some help.
The 'MLB Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Walker Buehler News / Yardbarker / June 3
Dodgers should consider reuniting with two-time World Series champion before trade deadline
With their injury-plagued rotation threatening their championship chances, the Los Angeles Dodgers should consider reuniting with a two-time World Series champion.
The 'AL & NL batting champions since 2003' quiz
How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 3
What stats show about Mets' Juan Soto being 'too passive at the plate'
The ongoing struggles of outfielder Juan Soto continue to overshadow the first-place New York Mets.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 3
Pirates star Andrew McCutchen falls shy in Hall of Fame debate
No matter how much Pittsburgh fans may love McCutchen, his overall career just falls shy of the usual Hall of Fame standard.
Paul Blackburn News / Yardbarker / June 3
Impressive Paul Blackburn performance continues Mets' exceptional starting pitching
The New York Mets got another strong starting pitching performance on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2
Watch: Kerry Carpenter hits three HRs in Tigers rout over White Sox
Detroit Tigers designated hitter Kerry Carpenter had his first career three HR game during Monday's 13-1 blowout win over the Chicago White Sox.
Los Angeles Angels News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2
Angels make history with huge first inning at Fenway Park
To say the Los Angeles Angels had a good start to Monday’s game against the Boston Red Sox would be the understatement of the century.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2
Braves bring back former manager to their coaching staff
The Atlanta Braves are bringing back a familiar face to their coaching staff.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2
Report reveals when Guardians' Shane Bieber could return
Former American League Cy Young winner Shane Bieber could be back in the Guardians’ rotation before the end of the month.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2
Watch: Angels' Mike Trout blasts HR over Green Monster vs. Red Sox
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout left no doubt on his first-inning home run against the Boston Red Sox on Monday night.
Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2
Orioles reinstate outfielder Colton Cowser from 60-day IL
The Orioles announced that outfielder Colton Cowser has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list.
Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / June 2
Watch: Red Sox star takes reps at surprising position at practice
Rafael Devers has not played the infield at all this season, but could the Boston Red Sox slugger finally be preparing for that possibility?
Seattle Mariners News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2
Mariners will retire Ichiro’s No. 51 again for a different player
The Seattle Mariners have already announced their plans to retire No. 51 in honor of Ichiro Suzuki. Now, they plan to do it again for a different player.
Colorado Rockies News / Yardbarker / June 2
Rockies give encouraging news on Chase Dollander's injury status
In a season that has been anything but positive for the Colorado Rockies, there was at least a glimmer of good news on Monday before starting a three-game series in South Florida against the Miami Marlins.
The 'Active hit leaders in Major League Baseball' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with at least 1,000 career hits can you name in six minutes?
Rafael Devers News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2
Rafael Devers takes ground balls at shortstop for Red Sox
Rafael Devers continues to toy with the Boston Red Sox and the team’s fans.
Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2
Tigers OF set for season debut after reinstatement from 60-day IL
Now that he’s back, it should be a boost for the Tigers.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 2
Yankees place veteran pitcher on outright waivers
The Yankees have placed right-hander Carlos Carrasco on outright waivers.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2
Most tradable asset for every National League team
Ahead of the big league trade deadline on July 31, Yardbarker MLB writers identify each National League team's most tradable asset.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 2
Most tradable asset for every American League team
Ahead of the July 31 big-league trade deadline, Yardbarker MLB writers identify each American League team's most tradable asset.
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 2
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.
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