Gerrit Cole’s second start of the 2024 season did not go according to plan. In a game against the Mets, Cole struggled, giving up six runs on seven hits in just four innings. The right-hander also allowed four home runs, walked four batters, and failed to record a single strikeout. This performance was a stark
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The New York Mets have faced setbacks with the recent suspension of closer Edwin Díaz and the placement of right fielder Starling Marte on the injured list. Díaz decided not to appeal his 10-game suspension for violating prohibitions on foreign substances, while Marte was sidelined due to a right knee bone bruise. The absence of
In a surprising turn of events, New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz has been handed a 10-game suspension along with an undisclosed fine by Major League Baseball after being found in violation of regulations regarding foreign substances. The suspension was initiated by MLB senior vice president of on-field operations Michael Hill and is expected to
The recent passing of baseball icon Willie Mays has left a void in the hearts of fans across the nation. The San Francisco Giants, Mays’ former team, honored the life and career of the Hall of Famer in a touching pregame ceremony. This ceremony served as a poignant reminder of the impact that Mays had
In a recent game against the Chicago Cubs, New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz found himself at the center of controversy. He was ejected from the game by crew chief Vic Carapazza before even taking the mound in the bottom of the ninth inning. The reason? He was found to have an illegal substance on
Max Scherzer made a triumphant return to the Texas Rangers, showcasing his skills as a three-time Cy Young Award winner in his season debut. Scherzer retired the first 13 batters he faced and 15 of 16 overall, pitching five scoreless innings in the Rangers’ 4-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals. This dominant performance from
The Chicago Cubs honored their Hall of Fame second baseman, Ryne Sandberg, by unveiling a statue of his likeness outside of Wrigley Field on the 40th anniversary of his most famous game. This ceremony brought together friends, family, former teammates, and numerous Cubs and Sandberg fans to pay tribute to the baseball legend. Sandberg’s double-play
During the Yankees’ recent game against the Atlanta Braves, designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton left the game due to left hamstring tightness. The injury occurred after Stanton doubled off the center-field wall in the fourth inning and winced while rounding third base on a double hit by Gleyber Torres. Stanton ultimately decided to come out of
The San Diego Padres faced a setback ahead of their game against the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers when star right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. was sidelined due to a bruised left triceps. Tatis sustained the injury in Friday night’s game after being hit by a pitch just above his elbow. Despite running the bases and
Max Scherzer, a prominent three-time Cy Young Award winner, is set to make his season debut for the Texas Rangers in a highly anticipated start against the Kansas City Royals. After not having pitched for the team since Game 3 of the World Series last fall, Scherzer underwent off-season surgery to fix a herniated disc
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw recently took a significant step in his recovery from left shoulder surgery by pitching three innings in his first rehab start. During the game at Class A Rancho Cucamonga, Kershaw showed promising signs, allowing only one run and two hits. Additionally, he managed to strike out five batters while
In a scorching hot 90-degree day, the Baltimore Orioles trounced the New York Yankees in a decisive 17-5 victory. The Orioles displayed an impressive performance, scoring six runs in the second inning to start their offensive onslaught. Cedric Mullins ignited their explosive second inning with a two-run homer, setting the tone for the rest of