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The Philadelphia Phillies are sporting a new look lineup after the MLB trade deadline. One of the changes has seen veteran first baseman Bryce Harper move to right field.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 27

Ben Verlander just dropped an extremely bold Padres-Adley Rutschman trade prediction

The San Diego Padres are finding ways to win games despite their lackluster offensive performance. However, the Padres know they need to be better in order to make any noise in the postseason.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28

MLB admits mistake in Cubs-Padres foul ball saga

The Monday night contest between the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres that ended in a 9-7 victory for San Diego became the center of controversy in the top of the ninth inning after umpire Dan Merzel ruled a ball fair that appeared to be a foul.

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The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 3,000-hit club' quiz

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MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 11

Where Does Team USA Stand In The World Baseball Classic After Their Recent Loss?

Team USA started the 2026 World Baseball Classic as the overwhelming favorite, with multiple MVPs and Cy Young winners on their roster. Their passage to the quarterfinals was all but assured after racking up three straight victories with a 5-3 win over Mexico on Monday.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

How Justin Verlander helped Tigers’ Tarik Skubal disprove old adage

Life came full circle a few weeks ago when the Detroit Tigers signed Justin Verlander to a one-year contract. After the signing, Tarik Skubal described what it meant to meet and work with Verlander, whom he idolized growing up, according to a conversation with Ben Verlander.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 24

Ben Verlander has an attention-grabbing Tarik Skubal message for Tigers

The Detroit Tigers have had a busy offseason, as they ponder their prospects. Meanwhile, Tigers ace Tarik Skubal has also been busy, while being the talk of baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 18

Ben Verlander sounds off on Dodgers ruining baseball narrative

When Dave Roberts boldly declared that the Los Angeles Dodgers planned to really “ruin baseball” by winning four more games in the World Series, it only confirmed the frustrations of angry fans around MLB.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 1, 2025

Justin Verlander’s Brother Blasts Tigers Following Trade Deadline

Despite rumors that he’d potentially be dealt before the July 31 deadline, future Hall of Fame pitcher Justin Verlander stuck with the San Francisco Giants — and, somehow, he’s not the Verlander we’re talking about in the deadline’s immediate aftermath.

San Francisco Giants News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 10, 2025

Giants’ Justin Verlander’s brother vents about pitcher’s ‘worst luck’

On Wednesday afternoon, Justin Verlander made his 15th start of the season for the San Francisco Giants, taking the mound against the Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / Seattle Mariners on SI / June 1, 2025

Seattle Mariners Fans Call Out Brother of Former Houston Astros Star For Hypocritical Posts on X

Ben Verlander, the brother of future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander and the host of the "Flippin' Bats" podcast is not in good graces with Seattle Mariners fans right now.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 6, 2025

Ben Verlander gives the Mariners their flowers

The Seattle Mariners enter play on May 6 with a 20-14 record, good for first place in the American League West. After missing the playoffs last year and not making significant upgrades in the offseason, it was fair to criticize the club for potentially wasting an elite starting rotation with a dismal offense.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24, 2025

Ben Verlander drops eye-opening take on Orioles’ front office

Ben Verlander, Justin Verlander’s brother, is not holding back when it comes to the Baltimore Orioles. The Fox Sports MLB analyst and Flippin’ Bats podcast host delivered a scathing critique of the team’s front office, blaming its leadership for undermining what could have been a dominant era in the American League East.

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The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / April 24, 2025

MLB Insider Blasts Baltimore Orioles for Utterly Wasting Contention Window

The Baltimore Orioles are taking hits from fans and analysts after performing poorly to start the year and losing momentum many thought they had. After a series of disappointing losses, the Orioles have fallen to fourth in the American League East, tied with the equally disappointing Tampa Bay Rays.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 28, 2025

Why Tigers’ former No. 1 overall pick is finally poised for breakout 2025 season

Will 2020 No. 1 overall pick Spencer Torkelson find his footing at the big league level in 2025? Ben Verlander of Fox Sports is a believer in the Detroit Tigers 25-year-old.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 26, 2025

Fox Sports Analyst Picks Braves to Win World Series Ahead of Opening Day

The night before Opening Day, the Atlanta Braves were predicted to win the 2024 World Series. Fox Sports MLB analyst and the brother of future Hall of Fame starter Justin Verlander, Ben Verlander, picked them to win a rematch with the Houston Astros. Verlander mentioned he’s gotten two of the last four picks correct.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 26, 2025

MLB Analyst Makes Disappointing Prediction for Texas Rangers in AL West

The Texas Rangers are trying to win the AL West this year, something they haven't done in nearly a decade. Since the Rangers' most recent first-place finish in 2016, the division has belonged to the Houston Astros.

Detroit Tigers News / Fastball on SI / March 26, 2025

Detroit Tigers Make Dramatic Change to Look of Comerica Park

The Detroit Tigers have made a dramatic change to the look of Comerica Park, removing the dirt strip between the pitchers mound and home plate. Former Tigers farmhand and current podcast host Ben Verlander posted a picture of the development on social media, saying that the Tigers were the last team to feature the look.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 20, 2025

Popular MLB Analyst Ben Verlander Picks Cincinnati Reds to Win Division

MLB analyst Ben Verlander is picking the Cincinnati Reds to win the National League Central Division in 2025. "Give me the Cincinnati Reds to win the division in 2025," Verlander said.

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / February 24, 2025

Look: San Francisco Giants Poke Fun at Aging Cy Young Winner’s Birthday

When the San Francisco Giants signed Justin Verlander in January, they knew they were getting one of the oldest players in baseball. On Thursday, Verlander turned 42 years old.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 20, 2025

Justin Verlander’s Brother Sends Brutal 7-Word Shot at Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani can seemingly do anything imaginable. Ohtani hits home runs, mashing 225 in his first seven seasons; he recorded an NL-high 54 last year en route to the league’s first 50-50 season.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 17, 2025

Justin Verlander's Brother Sends Mets Warning to Dodgers

Ahead of the 2025 season, the National League is loaded with talented rosters like the incumbent World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers and other teams who look to contend like the New York Mets, Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies, and Arizona Diamondbacks.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 26, 2024

Future Hall of Famer's Brother Adds to Speculation Surrounding Astros Departure

The Houston Astros received a major piece of their dynastic run when they acquired future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander from the Detroit Tigers ahead of the 2017 MLB trade deadline.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / March 10, 2023

Brother: Mets' Justin Verlander 'was born' to play in New York

The brother of Justin Verlander believes the new New York Mets ace will handle pitching in the country's largest sports market just fine.

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The '300 strikeouts in an MLB season' quiz

Why Jose Quintana's injury should be worrisome for Mets

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 5, 2022

Justin Verlander 'blown away' by Mets' commitment to winning

Justin Verlander reportedly 'blown away' by Mets' commitment to winning

The Mets went 101-61 for the 2022 regular season but also squandered a 10.5-game lead over the Atlanta Braves in the National League East division standings that New York held on June 1. Last month, big-name agent Scott Boras said that Mets owner Steve Cohen "really raised the flag that 'we're here to be a championship-level organization'" by signing ace Max Scherzer roughly one year ago.

Mets sign three-time Cy Young winner Justin Verlander

Mets work quickly with Justin Verlander deal, replace one risk-reward arm with another

Did Steve Cohen tip hand early about Justin Verlander-Mets deal?

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