Jose Altuve Slugging .600 In World Series

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve will try and tie up the World Series at 2-2 in Game 4 against the Nationals on Saturday. Altuve continues to provide exceptional offense at the plate and is slugging .600 in the first three World Series games with three doubles. It has been another fantastic postseason offensively for […]

Michael Brantley Rides Hot Streak Into Game 4

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley is streaking at the plate right now and will try to keep it going into Game 4 of the World Series. Brantley went 2-for-4 with two RBI-singles in Game 3 and the veteran is now 6-for-15 (.400) over his last four playoff games. After a slow start to his postseason, […]

Jose Altuve Doubles Twice in Game 3 Victory

It could've been three doubles for Altuve quite easily, but his first-inning line drive was snagged by Robles in center. He was seeing Anibal Sanchez better than anyone in this Astros lineup and he doubled down in the third and fifth innings, hitting doubles and scoring in both. It was a much-needed performance from Altuve, […]

Anibal Sanchez Struggles in Game 3 Loss

Sanchez has posted a 5.10 xFIP this season, so he's really not a good pitcher. He has stepped up in a huge with this postseason and we've all been waiting for one of these games. Sanchez gave up 10 hits and four earned runs over just 5.1 innings, cementing a game three loss. Jose Altuve […]

Zack Greinke Gets Job Done in Game 3 Win

Greinke didn't have a great game, pitching just 4.2 innings and allowing one run. It was exactly what the Astros needed, though, as they got an early lead and never gave it up. He got out of a bases-loaded third inning jam scot-free, before giving up an RBI triple to Victor Robles in the fourth. […]

Shohei Ohtani Up To 100 Feet In Throwing Program

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter/starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani (elbow, knee) is up to 100 feet in his throwing program and is on track to get on a mound in late November. The Japanese star had knee surgery in September. Ohtani is also working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He was only used as […]

Yordan Alvarez The Odd Man Out In Game 3

Houston Astros rookie outfielder Yordan Alvarez is not in the starting lineup for Game 3 of the World Series against the Nationals on the road with the designated hitter no longer in play. Josh Reddick will stick in right field and will hit seventh on Friday against Nationals starter Anibal Sanchez. Alvarez took the league […]

Zack Greinke Struggling To Put Away Lefties

Houston Astros starter Zack Greinke will take the mound in what is a must-win situation in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday night against the Nationals. It has not been the smoothest postseason ride for the veteran, but he pitched fairly well in his last outing against the Yankees. Greinke will carry a […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Starting Friday, Howie Kendrick On The Bench

Washington Nationals infielder Asdrubal Cabrera is starting at second base and is hitting fifth against Astros starter Zack Greinke in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday. Howie Kendrick will start this game on the bench. Cabrera, a switch-hitter, has hit just .222 (4-for-18) in the postseason this year, but he has a better […]

Shin-Soo Choo Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Texas Rangers outfielder Shin-Soo Choo (shoulder) underwent a minor surgery -- an AC joint debridement -- on his shoulder that is expected to keep him out for six to eight weeks. "It’s a relatively minor procedure with a timeline our medical staff believes will allow him to have a normal offseason. We expect he’ll be […]

Patrick Corbin Gets Game 4 Of World Series

The Washington Nationals announced starting pitcher Patrick Corbin as their Game 4 starter of the World Series against the Astros on Saturday. Houston might be opposing Corbin with a bit of a bullpen game, depending on what happens in Game 3 on Friday with Houston down by two games. Corbin has given up 11 earned […]

Yankees Unsure Of Jacoby Ellsbury's Status

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury (hip) is "not in a position health-wise" for the team to know if he's a realistic option for the 2020 season. Ellsbury has battled a wide range of injuries and hasn't played for the Yankees in the last two seasons. There will obviously […]

Giancarlo Stanton Suffered Grade 2 Quad Strain

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (quadriceps) suffered a Grade 2 quadriceps strain in the American League Championship Series against the Astros, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It was a year full of injuries for the 29-year-old, as he played in just 18 games in the regular season and hit .288/.403/.492 with three home […]

Nolan Jones Undergoes Surgery On Thumb

Cleveland Indians third baseman Nolan Jones (thumb), the team's top prospect per MLB Pipeline, had surgery on his right thumb on Wednesday. The youngster will start his rehab this week with the goal of doing unrestricted baseball activities at the start of spring training next year. The 21-year-old left-handed hitter batted .272/.409/.442 with 15 homers, […]

Phillies Hire Joe Girardi As Manager

The Philadelphia Phillies hired Joe Girardi as their new manager on Thursday, according to a source. Girardi is replacing Gabe Kapler, who was fired after just two seasons and a middling record in Philly. The Phillies signed Bryce Harper last offseason but missed the playoffs and went 81-81 for fourth place in the National League […]

Jake Arrieta Won't Opt Out Of His Deal

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jake Arrieta will not exercise the opt-out clause in his contract after coming off elbow surgery. He's heading into the final year of a three-year, $75 million contract and will earn $20 million in 2020. The right-hander posted an ERA above 4.00 (4.64) for the first time since 2013 and went […]

Luke Voit Undergoes Surgery

New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit (hernia) had surgery to repair core-muscle injuries, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Voit was having a fantastic year in pinstripes before a hernia knocked him out for most of August. The 28-year-old slugger finished the year hitting .263/.378/.464 with a career-high 21 home runs and 62 RBI […]

Masahiro Tanaka Has Bone Chips Removed From Elbow

New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (elbow) underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove bone spurs from his right elbow, according to general manager Brian Cashman. It's a notable procedure, but Tanaka should have enough time to heal up before spring training of 2020. The Japanese right-hander went 11-9 with a 4.45 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and […]

Aaron Hicks To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery on Oct. 30 and will be out for eight to 10 months, according to general manager Brian Cashman. Hicks was sidelined for a lot of the second half with his elbow injury, but he returned in the postseason. The 30-year-old switch-hitter has put […]

Padres Hire Jayce Tingler As New Manager

The San Diego Padres have tapped Jayce Tingler as their new manager. Reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan, Tingler becomes the second-youngest manager in the majors and comes as a surprise amidst the Padres extensive search. Tingler has limited coaching experience but has a history with Friars General Manager A.J. Preller. His reputation around baseball is […]

Carlos Correa's Slump Continues

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa went 0-for-4 in the team's 12-3 loss to the Nationals in Game 2 of the World Series. Correa is now 1-for-9 in the series and is 3-for-23 (.130) over his last six postseason games. The talented, yet oft-injured, shortstop has especially struggled with strikeouts in the playoffs, punching out 22 […]

Michael Brantley Adds Two Hits In Game 2 Defeat

Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley went 2-for-4 with a run scored in the Astros 12-3 loss to the Nationals in Game 2 of the World Series. Brantley scored on Alex Bregman's two-run home run in the first inning but the Astros offense was held down after that. After a slow start, the veteran hitter has […]

Alex Bregman's Early Home Run Goes To Waste

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman cracked a two-run home run in the first inning of the team's 12-3 loss to the Nationals in Game 2 of the World Series. Bregman's blast gave the home crowd life, tying the game after starter Justin Verlander allowed a pair of first inning runs. But the floodgates burst […]

Jose Altuve Tallies Three Hits In Loss

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve went 3-for-5 with one double in the Astros 12-3 loss to the Nationals in Game 2 of the World Series. Altuve is now hitting .400 through the first two games of the series but the Nationals offensive onslaught was too much in this game. The Astros are now down […]

Juan Soto Scores Two Runs As Nationals Take 2-0 Lead

Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto went 1-for-3 with two walks and two runs scored as the Nationals beat the Astros in Game 2 of the World Series. Washington capped off sweeping the first two games of the series by bludgeoning the Astros pitching staff and Soto reached base three times. It is only two games […]

Trea Turner Reaches Base Three Times In Win

Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner went 1-for-4 with two walks and two runs scored in the Nationals 12-3 thumping of the Astros in Game 2 of the World Series. Turner sparked the Nationals from the top of the lineup and scored on Anthony Rendon's two-run double to get the Nationals on the board 2-0. The […]

Ryan Zimmerman Continues Postseason Success

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman went 2-for-5 with an RBI in the Nationals 12-3 win over the Astros in Game 2 of the World Series. Zimmerman drove in a run on an infield single to cap off a six-run seventh inning for the Nationals. Zimmerman is now slashing .300/.317/.525 for the postseason with two […]

Asdrubal Cabrera Drives In Three In Game 2 Blowout

Washington Nationals infielder Asdrubal Cabrera went 2-for-5 with one run scored and three runs batted in as the Nationals blew out the Astros 12-3 in Game 2 of the World Series. The veteran blew the game open in the Nationals six-run seventh inning, smacking a bases loaded single that plated two runs. Cabrera then tallied […]

Kurt Suzuki Opens Offensive Flood Gates

Washington Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in the Nationals 12-3 win over the Astros in Game 2 of the World Series. Suzuki took Astros starter Justin Verlander deep in the seventh inning to unlock a 2-2 tie at the time. The home run opened the door for a six-run […]

Adam Eaton's Home Run Puts Astros On Ice

Washington Nationals outfielder Adam Eaton went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored and two runs batted in as the Nationals took a commanding 2-0 lead against the Astros. Eaton smoked a pitch from the Astros Josh James into the seats to give the Nationals a commanding 10-2 lead en route to a 12-3 […]