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Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Eugenio Suarez (28) reacts after hitting his fourth home run of the game against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Chase Field.

Arizona Diamondbacks' Eugenio Suárez Joins Exclusive Club By Belting 4 Home Runs

Eugenio Suárez went yard four times in the Arizona Diamondbacks' contest against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night, becoming the 19th MLB player ever to achieve the feat.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) watches his solo home run against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium on April 25.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Continues Historic Domination of New York Yankees in Friday Win

San Diego, California, USA; New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) is congratulated by second baseman Jeff McNeil (1) after hitting a home run against the San Diego Padres during the seventh inning at Petco Park.

New York Mets' Francisco Alvarez, Jeff McNeil Slated For Regular Season Debuts

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the Cleveland Guardians during the first inning at PNC Park on April 19.

Shohei Ohtani Set to Match Up Against Paul Skenes in Meeting All Baseball Fans Want to See

Denver, Colorado, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Javier Assad (72) pitches in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

Chicago Cubs' Javier Assad Diagnosed With Oblique Strain Following Rehab Setback

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Denver, CO, USA; A Colorado Rockies fans stands as snow falls before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies' Series Opener Against Washington Nationals Postponed Due to Snow

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.

Miami Marlins' Series Finale vs. Atlanta Braves Postponed Due to Inclement Weather

Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) laughs with Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) as they wait for a replay in the first inning at Dodger Stadium.

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American League Futures manager Harold Reynolds high-fives a player following the third inning of the All Star-Futures Game at T-Mobile Park in 2023.

Former Seattle Mariners Infielder Set to Help Lead a New-Era of MLB Network Programming

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after hitting a double in the ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs during the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome on March 18.

How to Watch Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of Toyko Series

Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies Phanatic entertains the fans before a game against the Toronto Blue Jays during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.

Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates' Spring Training Game Canceled Due to Weather

Mar 25, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; A general view of the stadium before a game between the New York Mets and New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Tampa Bay Rays Delay Opening Day Contest Against Colorado Rockies

Mar 25, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; A general view of the stadium before a game between the New York Mets and New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

MLB Adjusts 2025 Schedule to Account For Tampa Bay Rays' Temporary Outdoor Stadium

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Cleveland, Ohio, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) rounds the bases en route to a triple during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

New York Yankees' Aaron Judge Joins Elite Company With Historic Slash Line

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout (27) hits a triple during the fourth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Angel Stadium on April 24.

Mike Trout Hits Awesome Career Milestone, Now Only Trails One Name in Team History

Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez (13) reacts after hitting a double in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Kauffman Stadium on April 24.

Longtime Kansas City Royals Star Joins Willie Mays in Awesome Baseball History

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman (26) celebrates with center fielder Jung Hoo Lee (51) after batting him in on a two-run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fifth inning at Oracle Park on April 24.

Matt Chapman Makes San Francisco Giants Home Run History with Thursday Blast

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) celebrates scoring a run in the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park.

Elly De La Cruz, Oneil Cruz and Pete Crow-Armstrong Make History Not Seen in 125 Years

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (30) hits a one run triple against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Wrigley Field on April 19.

Chicago Cubs' Offense, Kyle Tucker Just Continue to Make History in Early Going

Anaheim, California, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Matt Gorski (62) hits a home run during the second inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Gorski hits his first MLB home run in the first MLB at bat.

Pittsburgh Pirates' Matt Gorski Ties Statcast Record With Home Run in 1st MLB At-Bat

New York City, New York, USA; A New York Mets fan reacts with catcher Francisco Alvarez (4) after making a catch in the third inning during game four of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field.

New York Mets Break Attendance Record in Undefeated 7-Game Homestand

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Arlington, Texas, USA; Boston Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell (28) slides into third base during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

Boston Red Sox Ink Top Prospect Kristian Campbell to Long-Term Extension

Buffalo, New York, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Joey Gallo (13) catches a fly ball hit by Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) (not pictured) during the fourth inning at Sahlen Field.

Former Gold Glove Outfielder Joey Gallo Reveals Shocking Position Change

Matt Shaw, shown here with the minor league Iowa Cubs in 2024, stands to be the Chicago Cubs everyday third baseman this season.

Chicago Cubs Still Weighing Matt Shaw's Opening Day Status, Per Report

Scottsdale, AZ, USA; San Francisco Giants catcher Ricardo Genoves poses for a portrait during photo day at Scottsdale Stadium.

Tampa Bay Rays Catcher Ricardo Genovés Trying Out First Base in Spring Training

Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers second base Hyeseong Kim (6) hits against the Milwaukee Brewers during the third inning at American Family Fields of Phoenix.

Korean Infielder Hyeseong Kim Hits 1st Home Run Since Joining Los Angeles Dodgers

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Eloy Jimenez (74) reacts after hitting an RBI single against the Philadelphia Phillies in the ninth inning at Citizens Bank Park.

Former White Sox Slugger Eloy Jiménez Undergoes Transformation With Tampa Bay Rays

Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals first baseman Joey Gallo (24) waits for a throw to first base against the Seattle Mariners during the second inning at Nationals Park.

Chicago White Sox Sign Former All-Star Slugger Joey Gallo to Minor League Deal

Sep 14, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Wade Miley (22) delivers against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park.

Wade Miley Returns to Cincinnati Reds on Minor League Deal Amid Tommy John Recovery

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga (18) against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

Cubs Pitcher Shota Imanaga Looks To Continue Strong Start Against Rangers

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal walks out of the dugout before Game 2 of ALDS in Cleveland.

Detroit Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Faces Powerful New York Yankees Lineup

Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers (35) pitches against the New York Mets during the second inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium on March 17.

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St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Christopher Morel (24) triples against the Minnesota Twins in the eighth inning at Tropicana Field.

Tampa Bay Rays' Christopher Morel Projected For Biggest Individual Improvement in AL

Sep 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Anthony Santander (25) hits a home run against the Boston Red Sox in the eighth inning at Fenway Park.

Blue Jays Free Agent Addition Anthony Santander Projected to Rack Up Home Runs in 2025

Houston, Texas, USA: Texas Rangers starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

Breaking Down Toronto Blue Jays’ Rotation Following Blockbuster Max Scherzer Signing

Jul 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies first baseman Michael Toglia (4) reacts to hitting a two-RBI double in the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies Slugger Michael Toglia Showed Signs of Being Elite Late in 2024

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (2) singles against the Oakland Athletics during the second inning at Wrigley Field in 2024.

Chicago Cubs Gold Glover Unsure if He'll Be Healthy For Opening Day

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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele (35) throws against the Toronto Blue Jays at Wrigley Field.

Payoff Pitch Podcast (Vol. 4): Top MLB Storylines, Injury News, Weekend Series To Watch

Boston Red Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet (35) throws against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

Payoff Pitch Podcast: MLB Opening Week Winners And Losers, Extensions, Torpedo Bats

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) adjusts his elbow pad during his at bat at Angel Stadium on March 25.

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Chicago Cubs staff assistant Franklin Font (left) and second baseman Javier Baez (right) hoist the 2016 World Series trophy.

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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

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

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Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (27) gestures after hitting a two-run home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs Star Seiya Suzuki Returns to Lineup Amid Lingering Wrist Injury

Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (9) singles during the fourth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Ed Smith Stadium.

Baltimore Orioles Slugger Tyler O'Neill Out of Starting Lineup With Neck Injury

Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Willi Castro (50) celebrates against the Kansas City Royals after reaching second base in the first inning at Kauffman Stadium.

Minnesota Twins Utility Man Willi Castro Hits Injured List on 28th Birthday

Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) jokes with manager Dave Roberts (30) during the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Freddie Freeman Shares Story of Falling in Shower, Hurting Ankle

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) pitches to the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre on April 16.

Spencer Strider Shockingly Goes Back on Injured List For Atlanta Braves

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Tobias Myers catches the ball during spring training workouts Monday, February 17, 2025, at American Family Fields of Phoenix in Phoenix, Arizona.

Milwaukee Brewers Set to Activate Key Starting Pitcher From Injured List

St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Brayan Bello (66) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the second inning at Tropicana Field.

Boston Red Sox Pitcher Brayan Bello Set to Return From IL, Make Season Debut Tuesday

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) and second baseman Mauricio Dubon (14) watch as San Diego Padres designated hitter Luis Arraez (4) is carted off the field after he colliding with Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) in the first base line in the first inning at Daikin Park

Luis Arraez's Scary Collision at First Base Leads to Interesting Safety Discussion

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Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates with first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox at Dodger Stadium.

Over/Under Win Totals For All 30 MLB Teams in 2025 Season

Chicago White Sox celebrate after defeating the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Sept 29.

Chicago White Sox Make Awful History with Pitiful Over-Under Win Total

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