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Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II Warthogs from the 107th Fighter Squadron at Selfridge Air National Guard base fly over Comerica Park during pregame of the Detroit Tigers opening day game against the Chicago White Sox on April 8, 2022, in Detroit, Michigan.

MLB

Grading Eduardo Rodriguez's 1st Start With The Tigers

After spending his first six MLB seasons with the Boston Red Sox, left-handed starting... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

MLB

Should Red Sox Fans Be Concerned About Matt Barnes' Fastball Velocity?

The Boston Red Sox's 2021 season featured plenty of interesting storylines, and one of... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Chicago White Sox pitches in the eighth inning during game 3 of the American League Division Series against the Houston Astros at Guaranteed Rate Field on October 10, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois.

MLB

Should The Dodgers Worry About Craig Kimbrel's Struggles In 2022?

The Los Angeles Dodgers recently made a major splash by acquiring eight-time All-Star... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Albert Pujols #55 of the Los Angeles Dodgers laughs as he warms up before the game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Dodger Stadium on June 01, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

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3 Reasons Cardinals Fans Should Be Pumped About Albert Pujols

St. Louis Cardinals fans woke up to some good news Monday morning, as reports broke th... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

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2 Ways To Instantly Make The MLB Draft More Exciting

It's no secret that the MLB Draft doesn't get nearly as much attention as drafts in o... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

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2 Reasons MLB Fans Should Be Excited About New Draft Lottery

The recently agreed upon CBA between MLB and the MLBPA features some very interestin... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Trevor Story #27 of the Colorado Rockies hits a single against the Washington Nationals in the first inning at Coors Field on September 29, 2021 in Denver, Colorado.

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3 Questions Trevor Story Will Have To Answer With Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox made a big splash over the weekend, as they inked infielder Trevor... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

A detail of a MLB Boston Red Sox hat and glove during a game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Angel Stadium on April 18, 2018 in Anaheim, California.

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2 Players Red Sox Should Add With MLB Free Agency Now Open

The MLB lockout is over, and free agency is now open. For the Boston Red Sox, that... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Max Muncy #13 of the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrates with Dave Roberts #30 of the Los Angeles Dodgers after hitting a solo home run against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning at Dodger Stadium on June 29, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

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Dave Roberts Has Extremely High Expectations For The Dodgers In 2022

Dave Roberts already has one World Series title under his belt as manager of the Los A... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Bryce Harper #3 of the MLB Philadelphia Phillies runs to third base on his way to an inside the park home run in the bottom of the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park on July 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

MLB

Redrafting The Top 5 Picks Of The 2010 MLB Draft

The 2010 MLB Draft was loaded with talent, and plenty of players from that draft class... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox stands on the mound in the second inning of Game Five of the American League Championship Series against the Houston Astros at Fenway Park on October 20, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts.

MLB

Red Sox Pitchers Have Found Creative Ways To Stay In Shape

After a fun 2021 season, the Boston Red Sox are hoping to take another step in the rig... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Freddie Freeman #5 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after the team's 7-0 victory against the Houston Astros in Game Six to win the 2021 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 02, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

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MLB Insider Identifies 2 Teams Targeting Freddie Freeman

Freddie Freeman's future with the Atlanta Braves is very murky. Although virtually... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Caris LeVert #3 and Cedi Osman #16 of the Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 12, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

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3 Realistic Goals For Cavaliers For Remainder Of Season

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been arguably the best story of the 2021-22 NBA campaign... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

MLB

Clayton Kershaw Showed Love To The Rams For The Super Bowl

The Los Angeles Rams won Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, and MLB superstar Clayton Kershaw w... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Former player Adrian Gonzalez walks toward the mound to throw the ceremonial first pitch prior to the National League Championship Series between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on October 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

MLB

Adrian Gonzalez Officially Says His Farewell

Five-time MLB All-Star Adrian Gonzalez recently said farewell to his playing days.... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Chris Sale #41 of the MLB Boston Red Sox walks from the field during Game 2 of the American League Division Series against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on October 08, 2021 in St Petersburg, Florida.

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3 MLB Starting Pitchers Poised For Bounce-Back Years In 2022

In due time, and maybe with a little bit of luck, the 2022 MLB season will arrive.... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Justin Dunn #35 of the Seattle Mariners stands on the mound during the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at T-Mobile Park on June 17, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

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Mariners Shouldn't Forget About Justin Dunn In 2022 Rotation

The 2021 season was an exciting one for the Seattle Mariners. Although the team mis... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Jon Lester #31 of the Boston Red Sox pitches during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on July 25, 2014 in St Petersburg, Florida.

MLB

The Best Moment Of Jon Lester's MLB Career

Last week, veteran starting pitcher Jon Lester announced his retirement from MLB. T... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Albert Pujols #55 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts to a strike out during the seventh inning of Game Five of the National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium on October 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.

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3 MLB Teams That Should Sign Albert Pujols

At 41 years old, Albert Pujols' best MLB days are almost certainly behind him, but he... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

A Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim batting helmet is seen prior to the start of the game against the Seattle Mariners at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on April 1, 2014 in Anaheim, California.

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3 Players Who Will Be X-Factors For The Angels In 2022

The Los Angeles Angels have high hopes for 2022. The team made some key additions i... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Batting helmets are seen in the Boston Red Sox dugout before Game Two of the American League Division Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on October 5, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts.

MLB

3 Players Who Will Be X-Factors For The Red Sox In 2022

After a fun 2021 season, the Boston Red Sox are hoping to take the next step in 2022.... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Jacob deGrom #48 of the New York Mets smiles walking to the dugout in the sixth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers during game one of a doubleheader at Citi Field on July 7, 2021 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. The Mets won 4-3.

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3 Best Seasons Of Jacob deGrom's Career So Far

The New York Mets have a generational star in Jacob deGrom. The 33-year-old, who ha... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Rich Hill #62 of the Boston Red Sox reacts to the final out of the game by Mookie Betts against the Baltimore Orioles throws in the first inning at Fenway Park on September 25, 2015 in Boston, Massachusetts. Hill pitch a complete game win 7-0.

MLB

Ranking The Red Sox's Pre-Lockout Signings

The Boston Red Sox didn't make any massive signings before the MLB lockout went into e... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Taijuan Walker #99 of the New York Mets in action against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field on September 29, 2021 in New York City. Miami Marlins defeated the New York Mets 3-2.

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Taijuan Walker's 2021 Season Was A Tale Of Two Halves

The 2021 season was an odd one for Taijuan Walker. The New York Mets righty earned... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels walks to the dugout during the game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on May 02, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

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3 Angels Who Could Enjoy Bounce-Back Seasons In 2021

The Los Angeles Angels are hoping that the 2022 season will finally be the year in whi... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Andrew Chafin #39 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning at RingCentral Coliseum on August 04, 2021 in Oakland, California.

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3 Potential Landing Spots For Andrew Chafin

Andrew Chafin has had an interesting MLB career. The lefty broke into the big leagu... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Adam Ottavino #0 of the Boston Red Sox pitches against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning of Game Two of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 16, 2021 in Houston, Texas.

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3 Potential Landing Spots For Adam Ottavino

Even the best teams in baseball can never have enough relief help. Having a deep bu... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Chris Sale #41 of the Boston Red Sox pitches in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays during Game 2 of the American League Division Series at Tropicana Field on October 08, 2021 in St Petersburg, Florida.

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Ranking Chris Sale's 3 Best MLB Seasons So Far

Boston Red Sox fans haven't gotten to see a whole lot of Chris Sale over the past cou... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels scores a run against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at T-Mobile Park on April 30, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

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Ranking The Angels' 3 Most Exciting Players Going Into 2022

Los Angeles Angels fans would love nothing more than to see their team crack the playo... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago

Matt Barnes #32 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after throwing a wild pitch in the ninth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on June 24, 2021 in St Petersburg, Florida. The Rays defeated the Red Sox 1-0.

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3 Red Sox Who Could Enjoy Bounce-Back Seasons In 2022

The Boston Red Sox surprised a ton of folks with their 2021 season. Many MLB fans d... Sam Leweck • 2 years ago