Red Sox trading Rafael Devers isn’t a ‘far-fetched’ scenario
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I had this section written before third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera suffered a gruesome leg injury last night against the Mariners and was taken off the field in an ambulance. Frankly, it was horrifying,
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Pro Football Network on MSN‘Organizational Failure’: Insider Claims Pirates Ownership Is the Real Problem, Not Derek SheltonThe Pittsburgh Pirates made headlines Thursday with the firing of manager Derek Shelton, a move that many saw coming after a dismal start to the 2024 season. But while the focus has largely been on Shelton’s record and the Pirates’ on-field struggles,
Derek Shelton's unexpected departure as Pittsburgh Pirates manager has ignited scrutiny of the team's front office. Ken Rosenthal criticized the Pirates' organizational failures, pointing to owner Bob Nutting as the ultimate problem.
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Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake spoke with Ken Rosenthal about what he tapped into with Max Fried for his electric start.
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SB Nation on MSNNYY News: Max(imus) Fried is probably wondering if we’re not entertainedThe evolution of Max Fried; diagnosing what ails Devin Williams; a reunion with old friends in Sacramento this weekend; CC Sabathia is staying busy
An adjustment in how umpires are graded has impacted ball-strike calls during the season’s first month, leaving players to adapt on the fly.