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Going all-in for an ace? Summer rentals bring hope, but no guarantees
In the meantime, pitch counts and statistical calculations can’t convey the sense of excitement Price provides every fifth day, or the world of promise that his presence heralds for October. Maybe Price will make his mark in a one-game wild-card matchup, or in the AL playoffs against the likes of Johnny Cueto or Dallas Keuchel. […]
Continue readingIs David Ortiz having the greatest farewell season of all time?
Willie Mays hit .211 the year he said goodbye. Hank Aaron batted .229. Harmon Killebrew hit .199. Goose Gossage had a 4.18 ERA. Robin Roberts went 5-8, 4.82. John Smoltz and Phil Niekro both had ERAs north of 6.00. And that’s normal. So keep that in mind as you watch Big Papi heading for the […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball reactions to MLB offseason trades, signings
There’s still time to join or create a league in the No. 1 Fantasy basketball game. Your league starts fresh on the first scoring period following your draft. Create or join a fantasy basketball league on ESPN. Your championship run starts today! –> Sign up today! Shohei Ohtani is the hottest commodity on the market, […]
Continue readingMLB Wild Card Series Day 2: Live updates, playoff analysis
The Texas Rangers kicked off the day by eliminating the Tampa Bay Rays with a dominant 7-1 win, and the Minnesota Twins won their first playoff series since 2002 by sweeping the Toronto Blue Jays. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers are attempting to stave off elimination against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the Philadelphia Phillies will hope […]
Continue readingEvan Longoria’s crucial catch helps give Diamondbacks 1-0 lead
More Teams. More Games. Evan Longoria denies an extra-base hit for the Brewers with a sensational snag at third base. (0:26) MILWAUKEE — Before Game 1 of Arizona’s National League wild-card matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers, Diamondbacks veteran Evan Longoria was asked what advice he had about postseason baseball for the numerous young players that […]
Continue readingCardinals’ Adam Wainwright ‘at peace’ with retirement choice
More Teams. More Games. Adam Wainwright pitches seven scoreless innings and earns the 200th win of his career as the Cardinals beat the Brewers 1-0. (0:30) MILWAUKEE — Eight days after winning his 200th game, 42-year-old Adam Wainwright said Tuesday he has thrown his final pitch. “I’ve thought a lot about it the last few […]
Continue readingNo October in Aaron Judge’s first year as Yankees captain
When asked what he learned about his team during a difficult first year as captain, the five-time All-Star took a full 16 seconds before responding. From his locker at the far end of the New York Yankees clubhouse, Judge stood, his eyes scanning the room as his mind scanned everything that happened this year. “Honestly,” […]
Continue readingBrewers 1B Rowdy Tellez pitches 9th of playoff-clinching win
Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rowdy Tellez didn’t take a swing in the team’s 16-1 win Friday night over the Miami Marlins but still had a performance to be remembered. With the game out of hand, manager Craig Counsell turned to Tellez to finish off the victory, which clinched a postseason trip for the fifth time […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Thursday’s MLB games
For an in-depth look at what to expect in this daily article and how to best use the information, check out our handy primer here. Note: This file will be updated with overnight pitching changes and weather-related game postponements, along with the addition of the latest MLB game odds as of the indicated time of […]
Continue readingFantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Wednesday’s MLB games
More Teams. More Games. Despite a possible pitch count, Bobby Miller should be started Wednesday against the Tigers, says Tristan H. Cockcroft. (1:06) Look for our fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings, hitter upgrades and downgrades daily to help you make smart fantasy baseball lineup decisions and for MLB betting tips. Game odds are provided by […]
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