Joey Votto Sets Franchise Record With HR In Sixth Straight Game

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto went 2-for-5 with a two-run homer and two runs in a 7-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. Votto set a new Reds record by hitting a homer in six straight games in the win. He explained his recent success by simply telling reporters that he's "trying to... Read More

Luis Castillo Picks Up Fifth Win

Cincinnati Reds right-hander Luis Castillo allowed three runs over six innings in a 7-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. Castillo struck out eight and walked two on the way to picking up his fifth win of the season. His only mistakes in the game were a solo homer to Patrick Wisdom and a... Read More

Terry Francona Steps Away For Remainder Of 2021

Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona is stepping away for the remainder of the season to focus on mental health issues, effective immediately. DeMarlo Hale will serve as acting manager. Tito will have his hip replaced on Monday, and 5-to-6 weeks after that he"ll have a permanent rod in his foot. When asked about his future... Read More

Mets Talking To Cubs About Kris Bryant and Kyle Davies

Jon Heyman of the MLB Network reports that the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs are discussing a trade involving star third baseman Kris Bryant and pitcher Kyle Davies. The 29-year-old has been rumored to be traded to the Giants, and now the Mets have thrown their name into the Bryant sweepstakes. The Cubs recently... Read More

Dodgers Close To Acquiring Max Scherzer and Trea Turner

Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the Los Angeles Dodgers are making "significant progress" on a deal that would send them Washington Nationals ace Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner. It was reported earlier that NL West rival the San Diego Padres were close to acquiring Scherzer. The tables have turned in recent hours,... Read More

Hector Santiago Suspended 80 Games

Seattle Mariners pitcher Hector Santiago has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for exogenous Testosterone, a performance-enhancing substance in violation of MLB's Drug and Treatment Program. What a year for Hector Santiago, who was suspended 10 games earlier in the year for a foreign substance and now 80 games for PEDs. The 33-year-old... Read More

Yankees Looking To Trade Away Luke Voit

After acquiring first baseman Anthony Rizzo from the Cubs earlier in the day Thursday, the New York Yankees are now looking to trade away first baseman Luke Voit, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Voit is currently on the injured list with a bone bruise in his knee, but is believed to be able... Read More

Red Sox, Rays Expressing Interest In Jose Berrios

The Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays have now joined the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers in the sweepstakes for Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jose Berrios, according to Jon Morosi of MLB Network. The second-most coveted starting pitcher on the market behind Max Scherzer, Berrios is 7-5 with a 3.48 ERA, 1.044... Read More

Jon Gray Might Not Be Moved Before Deadline

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray might end up not being moved before Friday's trade deadline, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Gray had long been considered one of the more likely starting pitchers to be dealt by the deadline, but now Heyman reports that the Rockies may end up holding onto him, and... Read More

Prosecutors Drop Felony Charges Against Marcell Ozuna

After reviewing bodycam footage of a domestic violence incident involving Atlanta Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna, local prosecutors have decided to drop the felony aggravated assault, strangulation charge against Ozuna, according to Amy Dash of Fox Sports Radio. Despite the dropped felony charge, Ozuna is still facing two misdemeanor charges of battery, family violence and simple... Read More

Josh Fuentes Optioned To Triple-A On Thursday

Colorado Rockies infielder Josh Fuentes has been optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque along with right-handed pitcher Jesus Tinoco. Both players were part of a corresponding move as pitchers Jose Mujica (recalled) and the recently acquired Ashton Goudeau (activated) join the big league roster. Fuentes had a few bright moments earlier this season but ultimately wasn't able... Read More

Angels Emerge As Late Suitor For Max Scherzer

The Los Angeles Angels have entered the last minute frenzy to try and complete a deal to acquire Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer, according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network. Earlier in the afternoon on Thursday it appeared that Scherzer was on the brink of being traded to San Diego, but there has been... Read More

Diego Castillo Traded To The Mariners

The Tampa Bay Rays have traded right-hander Diego Castillo to the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-hander JT Chargois and third baseman Austin Shenton. Seattle recently traded closer Kendall Graveman and now acquired his replacement in Diego Castillo. The 27-year-old has been terrific as the Rays closer in 2021, converting 14-of-16 save chances to go... Read More

David Price Struggles On Thursday

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher David Price struggled in Thursday's start versus the San Francisco Giants. Price had control issues this afternoon and allowed four hits, four runs (three earned), three walks and struck out two. Price worked mostly out of the bullpen and as an opener, but he has now made three straight starts... Read More

Max Kranick Struggles In Loss Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Max Kranick struggled on the mound against Milwaukee on Wednesday, allowing six runs on 10 hits and one walk while striking out three over five innings of work. He looked solid through his first five innings, but a three-run sixth inning chased him out of the game. After tossing five perfect... Read More

Carlos Rodon Struggles On Thursday

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon had a rare bump in the road with a loss versus the Kansas City Royals on Thursday. Rodon has been dominant for nearly the entire season, but only lasted four innings this afternoon. The lefty allowed eight hits, four runs, zero walks and struck out four. The first... Read More

Yankees Acquire Anthony Rizzo From Cubs

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo has been traded to the New York Yankees in exchange for pitcher Alexander Vizcaino and outfielder Kevin Alcantara, per Jack Curry of the Yes Network. Vizcaino and Alcantara rank as two of the Yankees' top-15 prospects, though this is a major upgrade for New York at a position they've... Read More

Rodolfo Castro Homers Twice In Loss Wednesday

Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Rodolfo Castro went 2-for-3 with two home runs, three RBI and two runs scored in a 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Wednesday. Castro carried the team on offense, as he now has homered for each of his first five career hits and is 5-for-21 with seven RBI and six runs scored... Read More

Adam Frazier Taking A Seat Thursday

San Diego Padres second baseman/outfielder Adam Frazier is out of Thursday's lineup against the Colorado Rockies. Frazier will take a seat against Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland, with infielder Jake Cronenworth manning the keystone at cleanup and first baseman Eric Hosmer starting and batting sixth. Interestingly, all three lefties hit well against southpaws. Riding a modest... Read More

Dansby Swanson Shows Off His Power Versus Mets

Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson continues to be a surprising source of power for this lineup. On Thursday, Swanson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the eighth inning in the 6-3 win over the New York Mets. That gives Swanson 18 home runs on the season, which is a new career high. The... Read More

Austin Riley Hits Another Homer On Thursday

Atlanta Braves outfielder Austin Riley has been a home run machine over the last few games. He has now collected six home runs and 13 RBI over his last seven games. On Thursday, Riley went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and an RBI single in the 6-3 win over the New York Mets. Riley... Read More

Drew Smyly Lifted After Four Innings

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Drew Smyly wasn't at his best during Thursday's contest against the New York Mets. He tossed four innings, nine hits allowed, three earned runs, one walk, and six strikeouts on Thursday. His velocity was down in this start and it's worth noting he was pulled due to a knee injury during... Read More

Alec Mills Tosses Six Innings In Loss

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Alec Mills picked up his fourth loss of the season on Thursday versus the Cincinnati Reds. Mills went six innings and allowed nine hits, four runs (three earned), zero walks and failed to record a strikeout. Mills opened the season as a relief pitcher, but has been starting with the Cubs... Read More

Rhys Hoskins Exits Early On Thursday

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins (undisclosed) was removed early during Thursday's game against the Washington Nationals. Hoskins left early during the second game of the doubleheader with an apparent injury. J.T. Realmuto took over at first base for the rest of the game. The Phillies should have more news on Hoskins shortly after the... Read More

Ian Happ Hits Homer In Loss

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ went 1-for-3 with a walk and solo home run in Thursday's loss versus the Cincinnati Reds. Happ hit a solo home run in the bottom of the ninth to trim the lead to 7-4 at the time, but it wouldn't be enough to hold off the Reds. Happ came into... Read More

Luis Severino Cleared For Rehab Start

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (groin) has been cleared for a rehab start on Tuesday. He suffered a groin injury while rehabbing from Tommy John surgery. The good news is, Severino has thrown to live batters and is ready for a rehab assignment. It sounds like Severino has a chance to return to... Read More

Patrick Wisdom Hits 16th Home Run

Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Patrick Wisdom continued his productive season in Thursday's loss versus the Cincinnati Reds. Wisdom went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and now has 16 dingers to go along with 27 RBI and a .268 batting average. Wisdom has come out of nowhere this year and has brought a bunch of power... Read More

Gerrit Cole Surrenders Seven Earned Runs, Fans 10 Batters In Loss

New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole took the loss in a 14-0 rout at the hands of the Rays. Cole ran into trouble in the first inning, allowing four earned runs before getting one out, the first time such an instance has occurred in his career. He later retired nine batters in a row.... Read More

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Out Of The Lineup Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays outfield Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (elbow) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Boston Red Sox. He exited early on Wednesday after being hit by a pitch in the elbow. It sounds like this is a day-to-day issue, so hopefully Gurriel can avoid a trip to the injured list.... Read More

Willson Contreras Hits 17th Home Run

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's loss versus the Cincinnati Reds. Contreras crushed his home run off of Luis Castillo in the bottom of the fifth inning and gave the Cubs a 3-2 lead at the time, but it wouldn't be enough to earn a victory. Contreras... Read More