Gleyber Torres Goes Hitless In Return

At long last, New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres made his return on Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. The All-Star rookie spent exactly three weeks on the disabled list with a right hip strain. In his return, however, he went hitless, striking out twice, walking once and scoring a run. Regardless, Torres should... Read More

One Pitch Spoils Luis Cessa’s Outing

New York Yankees spot starter Luis Cessa was about as good as his club could’ve hoped for Wednesday afternoon in Tampa Bay. The 26-year-old breezed through the first five innings of the game, holding on to a slim, one-run lead as his offense struggled to produce runs. In the sixth, however, he put one runner on... Read More

Trevor Plouffe Ends Long Night In Philadelphia

After 15 long innings at Citizens Bank Park, the Philadelphia Phillies finally emerged with a victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 16th. The decisive swing came off third baseman Trevor Plouffe’s bat after taking over for Maikel Franco. The 32-year-old journeyman ended the near-six hour game with a three-run blast off Kike Hernandez,... Read More

Cesar Hernandez Has Worst Game Of His Career

Tuesday night’s game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Dodgers would end in the early hours of Wednesday, as the marathon game lasted 16 innings. While the Phillies would record seven runs on 11 hits, their leadoff man would not contribute anything at the plate. Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Cesar Hernandez recorded no hits... Read More

Jorge Alfaro’s Clutch Home Run Gives Phillies Life

Through six innings on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Ballpark, the Philadelphia Phillies seemed to be headed for a second consecutive home loss to the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers. In the bottom of the seventh, however, starting catcher Jorge Alfaro would record his only hit of the game. It was, of course, a two-run... Read More

Aaron Nola Has Shortest Start In Over A Month

Making his first start since the All-Star game, Philadelphia Phillies No. 1 starter Aaron Nola wasn’t at his best against the Los Angeles Dodgers Tuesday night. The rust was visible, as he managed to go just five innings, surrendering three runs. He also allowed five hits and walked two, with five strikeouts along the way.... Read More

Miguel Andujar Scores Two Runs In Quiet Night

New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar was the club’s most productive hitter on a night when their game was led by starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka. The rookie recorded two of his club’s eight hits, scoring two runs along the way. One of those hits was a double, as he became the youngest Yankee to... Read More

Masahiro Tanaka Tosses Complete-Game Shutout

After Luis Severino stumbled again on Monday, the New York Yankees got a much-needed pitching gem from their No. 2 starter. Masahiro Tanaka, the club’s ace right until Severino became who he now is, went the distance in Tampa Bay Tuesday night. He allowed just three hits, walking one and striking out nine, tying his... Read More

Gleyber Torres Expected To Return Wednesday

After missing three weeks with a right hip strain, New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres will return to the club on Wednesday for his club’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The rookie All-Star was one of the Yankees’ best players in the first half of the season, hitting .294 with 15 home runs... Read More

Brandon Drury Exits After Getting Hit

In the fifth inning of Tuesday’s game between the New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays, the road team lost one of their starters with a potential injury. New York Yankees second baseman Brandon Drury, who was starting and batting seventh, was hit in the hand, taking first base. While he initially stayed in the... Read More

Maikel Franco Can’t Be Tamed Despite Loss

The hottest hitter on the Philadelphia Phillies remained a force to be reckoned with despite his team suffering a loss. Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Maikel Franco led his offense with three hits Monday night, including two home runs in a 7-6 defeat. Over the last month, the 25-year-old is hitting .354 with six doubles, six... Read More

Zach Eflin’s Return From DL A Short One

After missing 10 days on the disabled list with a blister in his right middle finger, Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zach Eflin returned to the mound for the Phillies on Monday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers. It would be his worst start in months, as he surrendered three runs in 2 2/3 innings, walking three... Read More

Seranthony Dominguez Falters In Ninth, Takes Defeat

Beginning a major home series with the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers, the Philadelphia Phillies suffered a defeat that falls on their de facto closer. Rookie Seranthony Dominguez, who has recorded more saves than any reliever on the club since his debut, entered in the ninth with the score tied. He would surrender two runs... Read More

Giancarlo Stanton’s Heroics Not Enough

If there’s one opposing player the Tampa Bay Rays do not want to face at home at the moment, it’s New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton. The 2017 NL MVP recorded four hits in four tries Monday night, now having recorded nine consecutive hits at Tropicana Field. He had one last plate appearance in the ninth... Read More

Gary Sanchez Fails Yankees In Defeat

The New York Yankees suffered a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of the Tampa Bay Rays Monday night, and at the center of it all was catcher Gary Sanchez. The starting catcher, who’s in the middle of the worst season of his career, was poor in two key moments. He once again struggled behind the plate,... Read More

Luis Severino Hit Hard In Tampa Bay

Making his first start since the All-Star break, New York Yankees ace Luis Severino was once again knocked around, this time by the Rays in Tampa Bay. The 24-year-old, who surrendered four runs in five innings his last time out, was pounded for four more earned runs to go with 11 hits, the most he’s... Read More

Domingo German Optioned To Triple-A

After Friday night’s disappointing performance in defeat to the New York Mets, New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The New York Yankees will not continue with just four pitchers, as Luis Cessa is set to take his spot in the starting rotation. Cessa is likely to be just a temporary... Read More

Carlos Santana Starts Second Half On Positive Note

Trying to forget a very troubling first half, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Carlos Santana began his second half with a bang in his club's blowout win over the San Diego Padres. The former Cleveland Indian drove in his club’s first run with a grounder but later drove in three more with a three-run bomb in... Read More

Scott Kingery Continues Torrid Stretch

Not even the All-Star break could slow down Philadelphia Phillies infielder Scott Kingery. The 24-year-old, who entered the break hitting .357 over his previous seven games, picked up two more hits Friday night, scoring a run and driving in a run. Kingery hit just .220 through the first two months of the season but has... Read More

Jake Arrieta Stumbles To Kick Off Second Half

Kicking off the second half of the season, the first-place Philadelphia Phillies handed the ball to their first-year former Cy Young winner Jake Arrieta, who was far from sharp. Taking on the lowly San Diego Padres, the 32-year-old only lasted 3 1/3 innings, giving up five runs on six hits. He was ineffective from the... Read More

Domingo German Ineffective Against Mets

Coming out of the All-Star break, the New York Yankees’ need for another starting pitcher was only exacerbated on Friday night. Domingo German, the No. 5 pitcher in the rotation, lasted only 3 2/3 innings, surrendering four runs on five hits with two walks and a strikeout. His disappointing outing was sealed with a solo... Read More

Gary Sanchez Homers Twice In Rehab Games

As the New York Yankees get set to begin the second half of the season, their starting catcher is inching closer towards a return. Gary Sanchez has played a pair of rehab games with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this week and has picked up two hits in eight plate appearances. Both have been home runs, while he’s... Read More

Tyler Wade Posts Another Multi-Hit Game

For the second time in three games, New York Yankees infielder Tyler Wade showed the club what he can do at the plate. Starting at shortstop for a resting Didi Gregorius, the 23-year-old batted ninth, picking up two hits and scoring a run in what would ultimately be a 6-5 loss to the Cleveland Indians... Read More

Maikel Franco Adds Late Insurance

As rumors of a possible acquisition of Manny Machado heat up in Philadelphia, the current third baseman of the Phillies had a big hit Friday night. Maikel Franco drilled a solo home run in the ninth inning of the club’s game against the Miami Marlins, doubling the lead in what would ultimately be a 2-0... Read More

Jake Arrieta Dominates Marlins In Victory

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta posted his best start in weeks Friday night against the lowly Marlins, continuing his resurgent July. The 32-year-old was absolutely abysmal in June, posting a 6.66 ERA in five starts. Friday’s performance, however, which resulted in a win, was his second consecutive quality start. Arrieta would toss seven scoreless... Read More

Domingo German’s Early Woes Still Define Him

One key part of the game continues to be the weakness of New York Yankees starter Domingo German. The 25-year-old allowed four runs in the first two innings of Friday’s game against the Indians, setting up yet another loss. German’s problems early in the game have been deadly, as he now sports a 7.20 ERA... Read More

Pat Neshek Records First Save Of 2018

The bullpen carousel of the Philadelphia Phillies took another turn on Friday night, as manager Gabe Kapler went to yet another reliever to secure a save. This time it was up to Pat Neshek to close out a tight, two-run lead. Neshek, who made his season debut at the beginning of this month, retired the... Read More

Aaron Hicks' Big Hit Leads To Victory

Late in Thursday’s game between the Cleveland Indians and the New York Yankees, the clubs were tied at four runs. Indians ace Corey Kluber was still on the mound when Aaron Hicks stepped up with one on in the eighth. The 28-year-old would put on a terrific plate appearance, fouling off numerous pitches before drilling... Read More

Didi Gregorius Torments Corey Kluber Once Again

In the decisive Game 5 of last season’s ALDS, New York Yankees shortstop Didi Gregorius got the best of Cleveland ace Corey Kluber, smashing two home runs off the former Cy Young winner en route to victory. Thursday night, the teams once again did battle in Ohio and Gregorius once again got the best of... Read More

Brett Gardner Goes Yard Twice In Victory

With Luis Severino far from his usual self on the mound, the New York Yankees would once again have to rely heavily on offense to pick up a victory. Taking on the Cleveland Indians on the road, the unit was spearheaded by leadoff man Brett Gardner, whose two home runs and three RBI led the... Read More