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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) celebrates after a double play against Cleveland Guardians in the sixth inning of Game 2 of ALDS at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

Detroit Tigers Lefty Tarik Skubal Joins Illustrious Team History with Cy Young Win

The lefty was the most dominant arm in the American League, earning the unanimous Cy Young Award win.

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Former Boston Red Sox Pitcher Kyle Hart Attempting MLB Comeback After Stint in KBO

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Boston Red Sox Gain Big Advantage in Pursuit of Big-Name Free Agents

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Apr 3, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; A general view of a Tampa Bay Rays hat and glove during the seventh inning of the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.

Tampa Bay Rays Lose Pitching Strategist Bobby Kinne to Cleveland Guardians

New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) speaks to media during workout day at Dodgers Stadium on Oct 24.

MLB Insider Says Toronto Blue Jays Among Early Favorites For Juan Soto

Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) watches from the dugout against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium on Sept 4.

Pat Murphy, Stephen Vogt Make Managerial History Not Seen in Last Nine Years

Mar 18, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Colorado Rockies right fielder Zac Veen (73) connects against the Kansas City Royals during the seventh inning at Las Vegas Ballpark.

Colorado Rockies Add Zac Veen to 40-Man Roster, Protect Prospect From Rule 5 Draft

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Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich (22) looks on before a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Sept 26.

Milwaukee Brewers to Be Featured on ESPN Opening Day Broadcast in 2025

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) scores during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium on Oct 10.

Kansas City Royals Announce Home Game Times For 2025 Season

The WooSox take on the Durham Bulls at Polar Park on Friday April 19, 2024.

Tampa Bay Rays Seemingly Won't Be Playing in This Location in 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) accepts the Willie Mays World Series Most Valuable Player trophy after winning the 2024 MLB World Series.

MLB Playoffs 2024: Complete Schedule With Game Times, TV, Results in Real Time

Sep 22, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; A fan holds up an OMG sign during the ninth inning between the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets at Citi Field.

MLB Shares Stat Showing Just How Drastically New Rules Have Shortened Games

Jul 6, 2024; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; General views of a rain delay before the start of the game between the Philadelphia Phillies against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.

Games Between New York Mets, Atlanta Braves Postponed in Midst of NL Wild Card Race

Sep 21, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets fans cheer before the game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field.

MLB Attendance Numbers Continue to Ride High as Playoff Race Heats Up

Mar 18, 2024; Port Charlotte, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz (2) signs autographs prior to the game against the Atlanta Braves at Charlotte Sports Park.

Tampa Bay Rays' 2025 Spring Training Schedule, Opener vs. New York Yankees Revealed

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Milwaukee Brewers head coach Pat Murphy tells a story during a press conference before the Tuesday Milwaukee Brewers National League Wild Card playoff series at American Family Field in Milwaukee on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

Pat Murphy Makes Milwaukee Brewers History with Manager of the Year Crown

Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) comes to the mound against the Kansas City Royals for a pitcher change in the seventh inning at Kauffman Stadium on Sept 4.

Cleveland Guardians Manager Stephen Vogt Makes Baseball History with Manager of Year Win

Sep 25, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt (12) reacts in the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Progressive Field.

Trio of AL Central Skippers Make History as Manager of the Year Finalists

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) looks on from the dugout against the Kansas City Royals during the eighth inning at PNC Park on Sept 14.

Paul Skenes and Luis Gil Make Baseball History Not Seen in 43 Years on Monday Night

Aug 27, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga (left) and Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (middle) discuss pitching grips as Edwin Stanberry (right) interprets before the Pirates host the Cubs at PNC Park.

Star-Studded NL Rookie Class Makes History With Dominant Showing in Awards Race

New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil (81) pitches against the Cleveland Guardians in the first inning during game four of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field on Oct 18.

New York Yankees' Pitcher Luis Gil Joins Exclusive Group in Franchise History with ROY Win

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) reacts on the field before a game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park on Aug 27.

Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes Wins National League Rookie of the Year, Makes Rare History

Atlanta Braves left fielder Eric Hinske (20) connects for a base hit against the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Braves 5-4 in 2012.

Two Players in Toronto Blue Jays History Have Won the Rookie of the Year Award

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A pair of Toronto Blue Jays hats and glove in the dugout during a game against the Minnesota Twins at Rogers Centre on May 10.

Toronto Blue Jays Opt Not to Protect Any Prospects From Rule-5 Draft

Chicago White Sox infielder Colson Montgomery (85) performs a drill during a Spring Training workout at Camelback Ranch on Feb 19.

Chicago White Sox Protect Top Prospect Colson Montgomery From Rule-5 Draft

Apr 17, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox third baseman Pablo Reyes (19 ) runs to third base during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Fenway Park.

Former Red Sox, Mets Infielder Pablo Reyes Joins Yankees on Minor League Deal

Apr 24, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a Miami Marlins hat and glove in the dugout before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.

Marlins Sign Former Rays Prospect Heriberto Hernandez to Minor League Contract

Tampa Bay Rays first base Austin Shenton (54) hits a single against the New York Yankees during the ninth inning at Tropicana Field on May 10.

Tampa Bay Rays Designate Former Trade Acquisition Austin Shenton For Assignment

The Toronto Blue Jays Batting helmets and bats sit in the dugout during batting practice before a game against the Colorado Rockies at Rogers Centre on April 12.

Toronto Blue Jays Facing Tough Decision with Oft-Injured Prospect as Rule-5 Decision Looms

Aug 23, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Nicholas Padilla (58) delivers against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning of the second game of the doubleheader at Wrigley Field.

Phillies Sign Former Rays, White Sox Pitcher Nicholas Padilla to Minor League Deal

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Andrew Painter (76) during photo day at BayCare Ballpark in 2023.

Andrew Painter, Phillies Top Prospect, Wins Major Award in Arizona Fall League

Fantasy

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Sep 22, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) looks up after a play during the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.

Houston Astros' Jose Altuve, Kyle Tucker Get Rest Days With AL West Title Secured

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) avoids an inside pitch from New York Mets pitcher Ryne Stanek (not pictured) during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre on Sept 9.

Toronto Blue Jays Leader in Lineup on Tuesday After Injury Scare

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11, left) and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) return to the dugout in the sixth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre on June 6.

Toronto Blue Jays Star Closing in on Rehab Assignment in Welcome Development

New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) slides safely into home plate in the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Yankee Stadium on Sept 1.

New York Yankees Trade Acquisition in Small But Prestigious Group Here in 2024

Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9 reacts after a collision with Houston Astros catcher Yainer Diaz (21) in the eighth inning at Minute Maid Park. Kansas City Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino (9) had to leave the game on Aug 29.

Kansas City Royals Suffer Brutal Break That Could Have Serious Impact on Playoff Run

Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) watches his solo home run against the New York Mets during the second inning at Citi Field in 2024.

Minnesota Twins Star Nearing Return From Injury at Critical Time For Reeling Group

Aug 16, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Diego Padres shortstop Ha-Seong Kim (7) reacts after striking out in the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

Ha-Seong Kim Absent From San Diego Padres' Lineup Due to Shoulder Injury

Jun 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets outfielder Starling Marte (6) is pictured during a game against the San Diego Padres at Citi Field.

Starling Marte Returns to New York Mets' Lineup Following Stint on Injured List

Podcasts

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Fastball Podcast: Staff Previews 2023 MLB Playoffs, Makes Predictions For Every Series

Fastball Podcast: Staff Previews 2023 MLB Playoffs, Makes Predictions For Every Series

The Newest Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is HERE!

The Newest Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is HERE!

Former Boston Red Sox' Join 'The Payoff Pitch' From the HOF Classic

Former Boston Red Sox' Join 'The Payoff Pitch' From the HOF Classic

Former Seattle Mariners Join 'The Payoff Pitch' at the Hall of Fame Classic

Former Seattle Mariners Join 'The Payoff Pitch' at the Hall of Fame Classic

New Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is HERE!

New Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is HERE!

Gary Sheffield Jr. Joins 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast

Gary Sheffield Jr. Joins 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast

The Newest Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is Out!

The Newest Episode of 'The Payoff Pitch' Podcast is Out!

Las Vegas Insider Talks Oakland Athletics Ballpark Deal, Possible Move

Las Vegas Insider Talks Oakland Athletics Ballpark Deal, Possible Move

Injuries

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Baltimore Orioles pitcher Grayson Rodriguez (30) throws a second inning pitch against the San Diego Padres at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 26.

Baltimore Orioles Provide Important Injury Updates on Grayson Rodriguez, Four Others

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah (6) looks on during the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on March 28.

Toronto Blue Jays Former Ace Posts Encouraging Update on Social Media

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (10) hits a solo home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the sixth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field in 2023.

Former Chicago White Sox INF Yoan Moncada Leaves Premier12 Tournament with Injury

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) hits a home run against the Miami Marlins in the sixth inning at Target Field on Sept 26.

Carlos Correa, Joe Ryan Making Solid Progress on Injury Front For Minnesota Twins

Sep 26, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Angels shortstop Zach Neto (9) reacts after injuring himself during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Los Angeles Angels' Zach Neto Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Could Miss Start of 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates after beating the New York Yankees in game four to win the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium on Oct 30.

Shohei Ohtani Not Likely to Be Back Pitching By Opening Day Because of Recent Injury

Jul 29, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras (40) throws to first against the Texas Rangers during the seventh inning at Busch Stadium.

St. Louis Cardinals All-Star Catcher Willson Contreras Moving to First Base in 2025

Los Angeles Dodgers owner Stan Kasten applauds, designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) to speaks to fans, in english, during the World Series Championship Celebration at Dodger Stadium on Nov 1.

Shohei Ohtani's Surgery Could Have Major Impact on His Pitching in 2025 Season

Betting

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Jul 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) before the All-Star Home Run Derby at T-Mobile Park.

T-Mobile MLB Home Run Derby 2024: How to Watch, Participants, Betting Odds

Jun 2, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) looks on from the dugout in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium.

MLB Clears Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in Ippei Mizuhara Gambling Scandal

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