Nikola Jokic Stays Hot In Win Over Portland

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic scored 25 points with nine rebounds, five assists, a triple, and a block in Wednesday's 106-105 win over Portland. Jokic made a few key free throws late in the contest to help seal the deal for Denver, their fourth straight win. The All-Star center has now scored 25-plus points in […]

Ja Morant Scores 22 Points In Losing Effort

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant scored a team-high 22 points in a losing effort to the Clippers on Wednesday. Morant added six rebounds, four assists, four three-pointers, and a steal in 31 minutes. The 21-year-old has had an up-and-down April, though the highs- 36 points and 12 assists on Monday- outweigh the lows- 10 points […]

Marcus Morris Sr. Pours In 25 Points With Full Line

Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris Sr. kept up his recent strong stretch of play in Wednesday's 117-105 win over the Grizzlies. With top dogs Kawhi Leonard (foot) and Paul George (rest) out, Morris stepped up to the tune of 25 points, four rebounds, four triples, two assists, a steal, and a block in 32 […]

Luke Kennard Drops Season-High 28 Points

Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard had his best game of the season with Kawhi Leonard (foot) and Paul George (rest) out of the lineup Wednesday. Kennard scored a season-high 28 points with six three-pointers- also a season-high. The 24-year-old added seven boards, two assists, and a block while committing one turnover in 38 minutes. […]

Gio Urshela Dealing With Lower Back Tightness

New York Yankees third baseman Gio Urshela (back) was forced to leave Wednesday's game early. The team provided an update, saying that Urshela is dealing with lower back tightness- and that no tests have been scheduled for him. The Yankees believe it's a day-to-day issue, per MLB.com's Bryan Hoch, so Urshela shouldn't be forced to […]

Clint Frazier Collects First RBI Of Season

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI single in a 4-1 loss to the Braves. Frazier collected a run-scoring base hit in the ninth inning for his first RBI of the season- and drew a walk in his earlier at-bat. It's been a tough start to the year […]

Corey Kluber Plagued By Control Issues In Wednesday's Loss

New York Yankees starting pitcher Corey Kluber struggled in Wednesday's loss to the Braves. Kluber exhibited shaky control of the strike zone- as he walked four batters and struck out just a pair, allowing two runs on two hits in 4 2/3 innings. The veteran right-hander threw just 50 of his 91 pitches for strikes […]

Jorge Polanco Has Four-Hit Day

Minnesota Twins second baseman/shortstop Jorge Polanco had one of the better games of his career at the plate Wednesday. Polanco went 4-for-6 with a pair of runs scored and an RBI in the 13-12 loss to the Athletics. The 27-year-old has raised his batting average from .091 to .212 over the last two weeks- and […]

Byron Buxton With Spectacular All-Around Effort Wednesday

Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton did everything he could to lead his team to victory Wednesday, though the team fell just short. At the plate, Buxton went 3-for-6 with a two-run homer and a pair of runs scored. In the sixth inning, he made a diving catch in the field that potentially saved a run. […]

Nelson Cruz Goes Yard Twice, Exits Game Late

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz enjoyed his second two-homer game of the season in Wednesday's loss to Oakland. Cruz hit a couple of no-doubters- the first registered a 110.1 MPH exit velocity, the 63rd 110-plus MPH homer of his career, second to only Giancarlo Stanton. He now has six homers and a 1.142 OPS […]

Josh Donaldson Cranks First Homer

Minnesota Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson went 4-for-6 with a home run, three runs scored, and two RBI in a 13-12 loss to the Athletics. Donaldson belted his first home run of the season- a 110.7 MPH blast that traveled 412 feet. The veteran third baseman reached three other times in the contest and is […]

Taylor Rogers Sharp In Long Relief

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Taylor Rogers notched his third hold of the season and was excellent in Wednesday's outing. Rogers worked 2 1/3 innings, allowing just two hits and no runs or walks while fanning three batters. The southpaw still has yet to allow an earned run this season- and while he's had a couple […]

Alex Colome Takes Tough Loss Wednesday

Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Alex Colome had a disastrous outing in Wednesday's tough 13-12 loss to Oakland. Colome came on in the ninth with a chance to lock down a save- but blew it after hitting a batter, allowing a single, and then surrendering a sacrifice fly to tie the game at 10. He got […]

Kenta Maeda Roughed Up By Athletics

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kenta Maeda endured a rough outing in Wednesday's 13-12 loss to the Athletics. Maeda lasted just three innings, allowing seven runs on eight hits with just one strikeout. The veteran hurler served up three home runs, including two in one inning, in one of the worst outings of his career. While […]

Justin Upton Leaves Game With Cramps

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton (cramps) was removed from Wednesday's game in the ninth inning. Upton was looked at by the team trainer, who determined that he was experiencing cramps. The veteran outfielder was replaced in the game by Jose Rojas. It doesn't appear to be anything that will cause Upton to miss game […]

Donovan Solano Likely Headed For Injured List

San Francisco Giants second baseman Donovan Solano (calf) is expected to be placed on the injured list. Solano strained his right calf while running from second to third base during the sixth inning of Wednesday's game. The 2020 Silver Slugger award winner will be forced to miss time, presumably the 10-day injured list, meaning second […]

Dinelson Lamet Exits First Start With Forearm Tightness

San Diego Padres starting pitcher Dinelson Lamet (forearm) had to leave his start on Wednesday after just 29 pitches. Lamet, who had just returned from the injured list, was making his season debut but had to leave the game in the bottom of the second inning to be examined by the trainer. The team announced […]

Randy Arozarena, Manuel Margot, Mike Zunino Sitting Wednesday

Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena, outfielder Manuel Margot, and catcher Mike Zunino are all taking a seat on Wednesday. All three players are getting routine days off. Kevin Kiermaier will get the start in center, with Brett Phillips in right field. Francisco Mejia will be behind the plate.

Domingo German Listed As Thursday's Starter

New York Yankees starting pitcher Domingo German is slated to take the mound on Thursday against Cleveland. The Yankees sent German down to their alternate site, presumably to work on some things after having a rough outing in his first start- two home runs and three earned runs allowed. The 28-year-old reportedly pitched well in […]

Nelson Cruz Good To Go For Wednesday

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) is good to go for Wednesday's game against the Athletics. Cruz was hit by a pitch on his foot in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader, though he appears to have shaken off the issue quickly and will slot into his usual spot as the number-three hitter in […]

Miguel Sano Not In Wednesday's Lineup

Minnesota Twins first/third baseman Miguel Sano (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's series finale against the Athletics. It makes sense considering Sano is dealing with a tight hamstring- and the Twins have a scheduled off-day on Thursday before their next series. The slugger should be considered day-to-day and will likely rejoin the lineup […]

JT Riddle Placed On COVID-19 Injured List

Minnesota Twins shortstop JT Riddle was placed on the COVID-19 injured list on Wednesday. Riddle was called up when starting shortstop Andrelton Simmons tested positive for the virus, and the team will now be without the former for the foreseeable future. Riddle was not a positive test but a close contact of someone who tested positive, […]

Jose Berrios Has Strong Outing Despite Loss

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jose Berrios bounced back from a rough outing in his last time out. Berrios pitched five innings of one-run ball, allowing four hits and a walk while striking out five hitters. The two-time All-Star did a good job of keeping runs off the board, though unfortunately for him, Athletics pitcher Jesus […]

Nelson Cruz Dealing With Sore Foot

Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz (foot) was hit on the foot by a pitch in the final inning of the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Athletics. Cruz limped off the field and was replaced by a pinch-runner. The veteran slugger, who went 0-for-5 against two left-handed pitchers, should be considered day-to-day. Cruz […]

D'Angelo Russell Drops 28 Off The Bench

Minnesota Timberwolves guard D'Angelo Russell caught fire off the bench in Tuesday's 134-120 win over the Kings. Russell shot 10-for-13 from the field and 6 of 8 from downtown en route to 28 points in just 25 minutes off the bench. The 25-year-old added six assists and three rebounds. Russell had gone four games without […]

Karl-Anthony Towns Notches Double-Double With Four Blocks

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his seventh double-double in April on Tuesday night. Towns recorded 26 points with 18 rebounds, five assists, four three-pointers, and four blocked shots in a 134-120 win over Sacramento. The star big man was a force on both ends of the floor- as well as on the glass, as […]

Anthony Edwards Shows Off Two-Way Ability

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards flashed his two-way ability in a 134-120 win over the Kings on Tuesday. Edwards poured in 28 points with five three-pointers, four rebounds, three assists, three steals, and a block in 38 minutes. The rookie scored at all three levels on Tuesday night, even slamming home two impressive dunks to […]

Norman Powell Pours In 23 Points

Portland Trail Blazers forward Norman Powell scored 23 points in a losing effort to the Clippers on Tuesday. Powell tallied three assists, three treys, one rebound, and a steal in 39 minutes of action. He connected on 50 percent of his field-goal attempts, though his struggles from three-point land continued, as he shot just 3 […]

C.J. McCollum Excels On Both Ends In Loss To Clippers

Portland Trail Blazers guard C.J. McCollum was a factor on both ends of the court in a 113-112 loss to the Clippers on Tuesday night. McCollum poured in 28 points on one end and picked up two steals on the other end. The 29-year-old filled out his line with five rebounds, five assists, and three […]

Paul George Leads Clippers To Victory With 33 Points

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George scored a game-high 33 points to lead his team to victory over the Trail Blazers on Tuesday night. George added 11 rebounds, three assists, two triples, and a pair of steals in 37 minutes. The All-Star forward struggled a bit from deep but shot 13-for-22 from the field and […]