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One reason why the New York Mets are capable of making a major splash at the trade deadline (if they so desire) is that their farm system is in a better place than it has been in a long time.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / July 12

Batman Returns As Mike Vasil Helps Chicago White Sox Defeat Guardians 5-4

CHICAGO –– Mike Vasil's alter ego came out Friday as the White Sox and Guardians played into extra innings at Rate Field. Vasil keeps a Batman mask in his locker, and he needed every bit of those superpowers to navigate several tricky situations.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20

White Sox place Davis Martin on IL with forearm strain

The White Sox announced a series of moves ahead of tonight’s series opener in Toronto. They have recalled right-hander Wikelman González, a move that was reported earlier.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

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Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / June 8

Chicago White Sox Rookie To Make First MLB Start Against Royals

CHICAGO –– Mike Vasil has been one of the White Sox best relievers this season. And on Sunday, he'll try to carry over that success to the starting rotation.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / June 5

Mike Vasil Providing Valuable Length For Injured Chicago White Sox Pitching Staff

CHICAGO – The White Sox starting rotation hasn't gone according to plan this season. With the calendar turning to June, they've already lost two starting pitchers to injury.

Athletics News / Virginia Cavaliers on SI / March 31

Two Former Virginia Baseball Pitchers Make MLB Debuts

While this year's Virginia baseball team had a big breakthrough weekend by completing a three-game sweep over No. 20 Stanford, it's also been a great couple of days for the program on the professional alumni front, as two former UVA pitchers made their Major League baseball debuts.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 23

Former New York Mets pitcher claimed by lowly AL club

The New York Mets almost had an opportunity to reacquire one of the prospects they lost in the 2024 Rule 5 Draft. Instead, he is on the move for the third time since December.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / March 23

Chicago White Sox add new starting pitcher days before season opener

On Sunday, the Chicago White Sox claimed a pitcher as the team navigates a storm of injuries at the position before their regular season starts on Thursday against the Los Angeles Angels.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / March 19

Could New York Mets get this promising hurler back from Rays?

One of the Tampa Bay Rays’ looming roster decisions could soon impact the New York Mets. In December, the Mets lost right-handed pitching prospect Mike Vasil to the Philadelphia Phillies in the Rule 5 Draft after leaving him unprotected.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / December 12, 2024

Mets Lose Former Top Prospect in Rule 5 Draft

While not of the magnitude of the signing of Juan Soto or the attempts to bring back Pete Alonso, there still has been other news from the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Mets News / Empire Sports Media / December 12, 2024

Mets lose 2 promising pitchers in Rule 5 Draft

The New York Mets have been making splashy moves to bolster their roster, but even in the pursuit of excellence, sacrifices are sometimes unavoidable. On Wednesday, the Mets lost two intriguing pitching prospects, Mike Vasil and Nate Lavender, in the Rule 5 draft.