Nationals 'Making Progress' On Papelbon: Won't Approve Deal Unless He Is Closer

Jonathan Papelbon is the latest reliever that the Washington Nationals are interested in. The Nationals are “making progress” to acquire the Philadelphia Phillies closer. The 34-year-old right-hander has wanted out of Philly seemingly all year. The Phillies are out of contention for the postseason while Washington is holding onto first place in the NL East, and […]

D'Arnaud (Elbow) Possibly Back This Weekend For Mets

Travis d’Arnaud is slated to make his return to the New York Mets over the weekend against the Washington Nationals. The Mets catcher went 1-for-3 with a single while catching seven innings for Double-A Binghamton on Monday. D’Arnaud will catch a full game on Tuesday, which could be his final game during his rehab stint […]

Nationals 'Hottest' In Sweepstakes For Padres Craig Kimbrel

The Washington Nationals have become the “hottest” team in the sweepstakes for closer Criag Kimbrel, according to Fox Sports. The San Diego Padres pitcher will likely no longer be in San Diego after the July 31 trade deadline. The Nationals are trying to hold onto first place in the NL East and get back into […]

A-Rod Homers On His 40th Birthday

Alex Rodriguez celebrated the big 4 0 with a homer as the New York Yankees defeated the Texas Rangers on Monday. It was the 24th blast of the season for the Yankees DH as well as his sixth on his birthday over his MLB career. Rodriguez has been on fire lately, hitting nine dingers over […]

Kris Bryant Drills Walk-Off HR To Save Cubs Victory

Kris Bryant delivered a two-run walk-off homerun for the Chicago Cubs on Monday as they defeated the Colorado Rockies. The Cubs were up 7-4 going into the ninth inning when Rafael Soriano blew a save by allowing four runs. Bryant, 23, saved the day in the ninth inning with Chicago chasing one run. With Rockies […]

Blue Jays Acquire Troy Tulowitzki from Rockies

The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired 5-time All-Star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki from the Colorado Rockies, according to a report from CBS Sports. This will boost an already league-leading offensive squad in Toronto. BREAKING: Tulo traded to #BlueJays. — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) July 28, 2015   Tulowitzki, 30, was a former first-round pick who had spent […]

Orioles and Padres Closing In On Deal Involving Justin Upton

The Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres are close to a trade that would see the Padres sending outfielder Justin Upton to Baltimore, according to ESPN.com. There’s a possibility that Tyson Ross and Andrew Cashner could be included in the trade. Upton made his third All-Star team this season during his first season in San […]

Dodgers, Blue Jays, Astros, Rangers Gunning For Tyson Ross

Tyson Ross is slowly becoming one of the more sawed off pitchers during the MLB Trade Deadline. The Blue Jays, Astros, Dodgers and Rangers are gunning for the Padres starting pitcher, according to CBS Sports. Ross, 28, is under contract through 2017, which makes his services more tempting because he won’t be on his new […]

Ben Zobrist: Royals Front-Runners For A's Utility Player?

Ben Zobrist has yet to be traded out of Oakland but the shortstop could be heading to the Kansas City Royals, according to The Kansas City Star. The AL Central leading Royals will be involved in the trade talks for Zobrist “until the end,” according to the report. Since the 34-year-old can play just about […]

Mets Acquire Closer Tyler Clippard From Oakland

The New York Mets have acquired closer Tyler Clippard from the Oakland A's, according to Fox Sports. Oakland received promising Mets prospect Casey Meisner in return. The 20 year-old RHP is still a couple seasons away from contributing at the MLB level. The Mets weren’t the only team in the race for Clippard. The Washington […]

Texas Rangers Want Cole Hamels: Will They Land The Lefty?

The Texas Rangers are one of a few teams in the sweepstakes for Cole Hammels as the MLB Trade Deadline nears. There won’t be a better time to land Hamels because he’s coming off his first career no-hitter on Saturday when he shut down the Chicago Cubs. The left-hander is now 6-7 on the season […]

Jay Bruce Heading To Mets? Wheeler Might Head To Cincy

The New York Mets have shown interest in acquiring Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jay Bruce, according to Fox Sports. Bruce, 28, is one of a few names the Mets are reportedly looking to land before the MLB Trade Deadline on July 31. Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, Oakland A’s utility man Ben Zobrist and A’s reliever Tyler […]

Pedroia (Hamstring) Back On The DL Again For Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox placed Dustin Pedroia on the 15-day DL again because of a strained right hamstring injury, according to The Boston Globe. The same injury nearly cost Pedroia a month of action prior to the All-Star break. The 31-year-old second basemen only played in five games since his return, and went 1-for-22. "I'm […]

Uribe Delivers Walk-Off Hit Against Former Team

Juan Uribe delivered a walk-off hit against his former team to help the New York Mets defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers. After Jeurys Familia blew a save opportunity in the ninth inning, the Mets were able to find a way to win anyway in the bottom of the 10th when Uribe came up with one […]

DeGrom Pitches 7 2/3 Scoreless Innings Against Dodgers

Jacob deGrom pitched a gem on Sunday against the Los Angeles Dodgers when he did not allow a run in 7 2/3 scoreless innings. Unfortunately for the New York Mets right-hander, he did not get the win because the Dodgers scored two runs in the ninth inning to tie the game. DeGrom is 10-6 with […]

Greinke's Scoreless Streak Ends At 45 2/3 Innings By The Mets

Zack Greinke’s scoreless streak came to an end in the third inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' game against the New York Mets on Sunday. The starting pitcher’s scoreless streak ended at 45 2/3 innings, which was 13 1/3 shy of the MLB record held by Oral Hershiser. Greinke’s streak finished as the fourth longest […]

Mets Acquire Johnson, Uribe From Braves For Two Minor Leaguers

The New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves have swapped Juan Uribe and Kelly Johnson to the Mets in exchange for two minor leaguers, according to CBS Sports. This is a move made to dramatically improve the offense of the Mets that is one of the worst in MLB. Johnson performed well in his Mets debut earlier this […]

Kazmir Traded To Astros For First Big Trade Deadline Move

The Houston Astros acquired Scott Kazmir from the Oakland A's for two minor leagues in the first big move during the MLB trade deadline. The Astros are only two games out of first place in the AL West and currently own the first Wild Card spot. It's been a drastic turnaround from last season when Houston finished […]

Royals Could Land Cueto Or Gallardo In Place Of Injured Vargas

The Kansas City Royals found out on Wednesday that Jason Vargas's season is done because he has to undergo Tommy John surgery. They are looking to replace him with possibly Johnny Cueto or Yovani Gallardo. The left-handed Vargas was 5-2 with a 3.98 ERA this season. Cueto and Gallardo could be good fits as the […]

Pirates Acquire Aramis Ramirez From Brewers For Minor Leaguer

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Aramis Ramirez in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers for a minor leaguer and cash, according to The Post-Gazette. The Brewers received minor league pitcher Yhonathan Barrios. Ramirez is owed roughly $5.2 million for the rest of the season. The Pirates will cover $3 million of that. The third baseman will […]

Greinke Out For Friday Start Against Mets: Home As Wife Gives Birth

Zack Greinke will miss his start on Friday against the New York Mets to be with his wife in L.A. while she gives birth, according to MLB.com. Los Angeles Dodgers Manager Don Mattingly told MLB.com that it is “unrealistic” that he will be back in N.Y. for his scheduled start against the Mets. He’s hopeful […]

Cubs Talking To Tigers For David Price

The Chicago Cubs are having talks with the Detroit Tigers for David Price, according to CBS Chicago. The Tigers are 47-47, but also 10.5 games behind the Kansas Royals for first place. They are only three games out of the second Wild Card spot, but they might be sellers as the July 31 trade deadline […]

David Freese Diagnosed With Thumb Fractures: Could Be Out 4-6 Weeks

Angels David Freese left Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Twins after he was hit by a pitch on his right hand, and was diagnosed with a thumb fracture, according to The Los Angeles Times. The former World Series MVP could miss some time, or even land on the DL, because he was hit on the […]

Jose Fernandez Strikes Out 11 For The Win In Arizona

Jose Fernandez showed the world again his ability to be one of the top young arms in MLB when he struck out 11 en route to his third straight victory. In four starts in his return from Tommy John surgery, Fernandez has picked up where he left off. The 22-year-old right-hander allowed three runs on […]

Cardinals Interested In Steve Cishek: Marlins Reliever Possibly Up For Grabs

The St. Louis Cardinals are trying to potentially land Miami Marlins reliever Steve Cishek, according to The Miami Herald. Cishek, 29 was the closer going into the 2015 season, but lost the job early in the season when he was demoted to the minors. The right-hander has been much better since he was called back […]

MLB Podcast on RotoBaller Radio: Hot Waiver Wire Pickups & Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice

Hot Waiver Wire Pickups & Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice RotoBaller is very excited about the launch of our very own radio station. You can now find our new shows on BlogTalkRadio live or on demand, and on iTunes under podcasts. Every Wednesday night at 9:00 PM EST, RotoBaller co-founder Real Talk Raph and co-host Anthony Aniano will […]

X-Rays Negative On Yunel Escobar (Wrist) MRI Thursday

The X-rays on Yunel Escobar's left hand and wrist came back negative after he left Wednesday’s game early against the New York Mets, according to The Washington Post. The Washington Nationals infielder will still undergo an MRI because there’s possible ligament damage to his wrist after an awkward swing in the second inning against Noah […]

deGrom Fans 8 Nats For 10th Victory Of The Season

Jacob deGrom was excellent again on the mound for the New York Mets Tuesday when he held the Washington Nationals to two runs for his 10th win of the season. deGrom (10-6) allowed three hits while striking out 11 en route to the 7-2 victory for the Mets during his first start since the break. […]

Matt Garza (Shoulder) Pitches Six Shutout Innings In Return: Brewers Stay Hot

Matt Garza shined in his return from the DL on Tuesday when he pitched six scoreless innings over the Cleveland Indians. Garza (5-10) scattered six hits while striking out four batters during his first start in nearly three weeks because of shoulder tendinitis. The Brewers scored three runs over the first two innings, which was […]

Stephen Piscotty Goes 1-For-4 In MLB Debut

Stephen Piscotty went 1-for-4 with a run scored during his MLB debut on Tuesday as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Chicago White Sox. Piscotty, 24, delivered his lone hit in the fourth inning before being driven in by a grand slam from Matt Holiday. He batted ninth and started in left field. The rookie admitted […]