Stanek brings plenty of postseason experience to the Mariners, who are trying to get back to the playoffs after losing the AL Division Series to Houston in 2022, when the Astros beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. The 32-year-old right-hander has 23 postseason appearances, all but two of them with Houston the past […]
Continue readingThe deal calls for López to make $4 million in 2024 and $11 million in the next two seasons. There is an $8 million club option for 2027, with a $4 million buyout. The 29-year-old López pitched for three teams in 2023, combining to go 3-7 with a 3.27 ERA and six saves over 68 […]
Continue readingMore Teams. More Games. Kyle Tucker becomes the second player since 1961 with two triples in an inning as he accomplishes the feat for the Astros in the sixth. (0:34) HOUSTON — Kyle Tucker hit a pair of RBI triples in an eight-run sixth inning as the AL West-leading Houston Astros routed the San Diego […]
Continue readingNote: This file will be updated with any overnight pitching changes or weather-related game postponements, along with the addition of the latest MLB game odds as of the indicated time of publication. By Mike Sheets • Closer Chart: Latest bullpen intel • MLB Depth Charts for every team • Player news wire with fantasy spin […]
Continue readingTORONTO — Angel Zerpa pitched five solid innings, Bobby Witt Jr. hit a tiebreaking homer and the Kansas City Royals overcame the absence of 10 unvaccinated players to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Thursday night. “One of the best wins of the year, all things considered,” manager Mike Matheny said. Nate Eaton homered […]
Continue readingHow much can change in one week of an MLB season? Exactly one week since the excitement of Opening Day, our first regular-season rankings of the season offer a reality check for some and reason for hope that this could be the year for others. Is your favorite team off to a fast start that […]
Continue readingBefore delving into the final set of players in favorable spots for your Sunday lineups, on behalf of my colleagues Mike Sheets and Derek Carty, we’d like to thank you for your patronage this season. It’s been a pleasure for all of us. OK, there is still work to do. Unfortunately, the last day of […]
Continue readingIf you haven’t yet read my primer on how weather can give you a MASSIVE edge in fantasy baseball, be sure to check that out now, as it will help provide context for my player evaluations each week. Here are Tuesday’s choices to bolster your fantasy squad, with everyone available in at least half of […]
Continue readingThere was no June swoon for weird, wacky and wonderful in baseball. The greatest game provided another load of strikeouts, including immaculate ones, home runs and unusual name connections, led by a threesome of Santanas on one play, and Griffin Jax and Skye Bolt in one week. It gave us bizarre plays, triple plays and […]
Continue readingThe streaming inventory isn’t great, but there are options for those needing a lineup boost heading into the weekend. Here are Friday’s picks, with a bonus batter. As is the custom, everyone thumbnailed is available in at least half of all ESPN leagues. Alex Cobb (R), rostered in 16% of ESPN leagues, Los Angeles Angels […]
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