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Mets' Edwin Diaz not fully into form just yet after second straight blown save

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 21:55

The Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the 11th inning on Thursday night, but it could’ve ended two innings earlier had it not been for Edwin Diaz's second straight blown save.

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Johan Rojas heads to the bench ahead of Phillies-Mets series finale

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 21:46

Cristian Pache will get the starting nod in center field after Johan Rojas made a couple errors Wednesday night against the Mets.

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Olivares, Gonzales homer to lead Pirates to 5-4 win over Cubs

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 20:35

Edward Olivares and Nick Gonzales homered, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 on Thursday night. Olivares hit a two-run homer in the first inning. He also doubled and scored in the sixth against Justin Steele (0-1) to make it 5-3. Gonzales hit a solo drive in the fourth, and Jared Jones (3-4) struck out seven in six...

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Mets avoid sweep with 6-5 extra-inning win against Phillies

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 20:22

After Wednesday’s less-than-stellar performance, the Mets responded on Thursday night with a 6-5 extra-inning win over the Philadelphia Phillies to avoid the sweep.

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Juan Soto says he’s open to in-season contract talks with the Yankees as All-Star slugger settles in

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 20:17

Soto said Thursday he would give his blessing to contract talks during the season if the Yankees want to approach his agent Scott Boras about a long-term contract.

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Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan has season-ending Tommy John surgery

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 19:00

The Dodgers announced that 24-year-old right-hander Emmet Sheehan underwent season-ending Tommy John surgery.

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Taijuan Walker exits vs. Mets with left foot injury

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 18:09

Walker limped off the field in the top of the 4th inning after being struck by a line drive.

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Craig Counsell gives Nico Hoerner update, says infielder could return this weekend

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:57

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner is out of the lineup for a third consecutive game on Thursday, but manager Craig Counsell said there has been progress made to getting him back in the lineup.

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What's the latest on MLB's injured aces? Checking in on Gerrit Cole, Kodai Senga, Justin Steele and more

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:48

Heading into 2024, these 10 pitchers were being counted on to lead their teams. Here's how their squads have managed without them and what we can expect going forward.

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A's acquire RHP Bielak from Astros for cash, DFA Lucas

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:36

The Oakland Athletics announced Thursday they had acquired RHP Brandon Bielak from the Houston Astros in exchange for cash considerations.

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Mets at Phillies: How to watch on SNY on May 16, 2024

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 12:59

Here's how to watch the Mets game on SNY online or via the SNY app.

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Joe Buck returning to baseball broadcast booth to call Cardinals vs. Cubs game with Chip Caray

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:18

Buck has not called a baseball game since Game 6 of the 2021 World Series.

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Giants hope to get Matos up to speed at center field with Lee out

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 11:15

Luis Matos is showing promise that he can help fill the Jung Hoo Lee void at center field for the Giants.

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Yankees’ DJ LeMahieu working out in Double-A, expects to begin rehab assignment Friday

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 10:55

Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu will go through a full workout with Double-A Somerset on Thursday afternoon, and if all goes well he’s expecting to begin a rehab assignment as soon as Friday.

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Shaikin: How the Padres continue to consistently draw fans to Petco Park

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 10:31

Since the pandemic began, the Padres have ranked among the top five in attendance every season and project a new franchise attendance record this year.

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Mets owner Steve Cohen: 'I know the fan base is frustrated … I fully expect to make the playoffs'

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 10:20

Mets owner Steve Cohen was flabbergasted by the interpretation spreading online that he was hinting at the team becoming trade deadline sellers in a since-deleted tweet, saying instead that he fully expects to make the playoffs.

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Blast Rate: What is it and who stands out?

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 10:17

James Schiano breaks down Statcast's new Blast Rate statistic and which players stand out from around MLB.

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Top 25 MLB free-agent rankings: Are Juan Soto, Alex Bregman and Pete Alonso helping or hurting their future paydays?

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 09:36

Free agency is more than 5 months away, but today's performances will shape this winter's contracts.

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Fantasy Baseball Weekend Preview: Substantial streaming should send you to success

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 09:30

Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie delivers his full-scale blueprint to finishing Week 7 on a high note.

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Fantasy Baseball Numbers Do Lie: Luck evening out will change fortunes for these 5 players

Thu, 05/16/2024 - 09:11

Dalton Del Don puts some fraudulent stats under the magnifying glass as we move through Week 7 of the fantasy baseball season.

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