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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / September 10
Whit Merrifield shares the story behind the 2023 Blue Jays player’s anthem
It’s October 1, 2023. After losing to the Tampa Bay Rays 7-5, the Toronto Blue Jays are celebrating a postseason berth by backing into the playoffs thanks to a Seattle Mariners loss.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 15
Bill Armstrong hopes to see Matias Maccelli succeed with Maple Leafs
Utah Mammoth GM Bill Armstrong is hopeful that Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matias Maccelli can find his game again because he feels the forward is a good person.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 11
Maple Leafs fans react to the Ryan Reaves trade
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Thursday night that they traded Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Henry Thrun. Reaves’ tenure in Toronto certainly had its moments, especially in the early days when he got in fights in his first two games, but it became clear by the end that he was no longer part of the plans.
The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz
How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?
Kansas City Royals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27
Former Royals All-Star explains recent retirement decision
After nine seasons, former Kansas City Royals infielder Whit Merrifield announced his retirement on Tuesday. Two days later, Merrifield made clear his reasoning behind his decision, per the Foul Territory podcast.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
The 'MLB stolen base leaders since 1990' quiz
Can you name MLB's yearly stolen base leaders since the 1990 season?
Kansas City Royals News / Fastball on SI / June 25
Kansas City Royals Send Well-Wishes on Social Media to Former All-Star After Retirement Announcement
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25: The Royals have wished Merrifield a happy retirement, sending him well-wishes on social media. Merrifield responded with three baby blue hearts.
Atlanta Braves News / Bluejaysnation / June 25
Former Blue Jay Whit Merrifield retires
A former Blue Jay is calling it a career. According to Warner Sports Management’s social media, utility stalwart Whit Merrifield has officially retired, citing a desire to spend more time with his family.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / June 24
Three-time All-Star Whit Merrifield retires after 9 seasons
Whit Merrifield, a three-time MLB All-Star who last played for the Atlanta Braves in 2024, announced his retirement Tuesday after nine years in the big leagues.
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.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24
Three-time All-Star had perfect message for Phillies fans in his retirement note
The Phillies ultimately released him in July, and he was largely remembered as a pricey bust in Philadelphia.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24
Three-time MLB All-Star announces his retirement
Longtime infielder/outfielder Whit Merrifield has announced his retirement, via his agency at Warner Sports Management.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12
Rafael Devers situation hit with sobering take from Whit Merrifield
As the Rafael Devers saga continues in Boston, Kansas City Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield has weighed in on the Red Sox slugger’s predicament. The
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 13
Whit Merrifield's future with the Braves remains uncertain
After a strong season with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2023 Whit Merrifield took a place in the Phillies’ clubhouse for 2024 Spring Training. Philadelphia hoped that he would become a key utility player for them.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 12
Yankees scouring free-agent scraps for a right-handed bat
The injury bug has hammered the New York Yankees during spring training.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / October 17, 2024
Whit Merrifield throws jab at Phillies following playoff exit
Most Braves fans that are still tuning into what’s going on in the playoffs take a seat on their couch each night and pray that someone other than the
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 16, 2024
Braves' Merrifield Critical of How MLB Handled Hurricane-Impacted Games
The Atlanta Braves have a peculiar finish to what was already a roller coaster of a year. Due to Hurricane Helene, two crucial games with playoff implications
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16, 2024
Whit Merrifield jokingly roasts Phillies’ collapse
Despite winning the NL East, the Philadelphia Phillies were ousted from the postseason in the NLDS. Whit Merrifield thinks he figured out exactly what went wrong for the Phillies.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / September 9, 2024
NL Wild Card standings update
The Braves continue to be beat down by injuries, with Whit Merrifield being the latest, but the club just refuses to die. I have never seen such resilience from a club that has been hit so hard by injuries, and it continued over the weekend.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 7, 2024
Braves infielder could play through fractured left foot after brief absence
Atlanta Braves second baseman Whit Merrifield fractured his left foot, but crucially may be able to play through the injury after a brief time off.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 6, 2024
Braves Merrifield Exits Game Due to Injury For Second Time This Week
Atlanta Braves second baseman Whit Merrifield exited Friday night’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays after fouling a ball off his left foot. He had just returned to the lineup after missing time after taking a hit by pitch to the head.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 5, 2024
Braves' Merrifield Available Off the Bench in Series Finale
Atlanta Braves second baseman Whit Merrifield is out of the lineup again on Thursday night for the series finale against the Colorado Rockies. However, according to Braves beat writer for The Athletic David O’Brien, Merrifield will be available off the bench after being completely inactive on Wednesday night night.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 4, 2024
What MLB can do after Braves infielder's scary hit-by-pitch
With the implementation of the universal DH, baseball no longer polices itself when it comes to batters getting plunked. Is it time for MLB to step in?
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 5, 2024
Braves 2B blasts MLB after hit-by-pitch put his life 'on the line'
Whit Merrifield exited Tuesday's contest in the seventh inning after being hit by Rockies rookie Jeff Criswell's heater. The veteran was fuming following the incident.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 22, 2024
Whit Merrifield suffers injury hours after signing with Braves
The Atlanta Braves have had such a rough go of it lately that they picked up Whit Merrifield on Monday to help since many of their top players are injured.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22, 2024
Braves sign three-time All-Star utilityman
The Braves are adding a struggling former All-Star.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / July 12, 2024
Phillies part ways with former three-time All-Star
The Phillies are moving on from one of their notable offseason acquisitions.
Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2024
Bryce Harper helped persuade three-time All-Star to join Phillies
On Wednesday, Whit Merrifield told the "Foul Territory" podcast that he received a call from Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper, who said he wanted him to join the squad.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16, 2024
Phillies signing three-time All-Star with flexibility for infield, outfield
Whit Merrifield has been as consistent as they come throughout his MLB career. The Philadelphia Phillies are hoping for more of the same this summer.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 8, 2023
One trade, one signing Yankees should make
The Yanks already made the biggest splash of the MLB offseason by trading for Juan Soto, but GM Brian Cashman must do more to turn his team into a World Series contender.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8, 2023
Red Sox hold preliminary talks with second baseman
The Red Sox have needs at second base and in the outfield and could perhaps address both of those areas with one player.
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