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White Sox activate RHP Lance Lynn from IL
The Chicago White Sox activated All-Star right-hander Lance Lynn from the 10-day injured list on Friday.
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Torre recalls the few times he yelled at Jeter
Joe Torre joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss his memories from the aftermath of 9/11, what it was like managing Derek Jeter and Torre's best season as a player.
Yankees’ Taillon out with ankle tear, Britton has TJ surgery
Yankees starter Jameson Taillon was added to the 10-day injured list Thursday with a partial tear of a tendon in his right ankle, and manager Aaron Boone also said reliever Zack Britton has had season-...
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Jeter proof of the value of intangibles in sports
Michael Holley and Michael Smith want to know who the one writer was who didn't vote for Derek Jeter to make the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year on the ballot.
Yankees star Derek Jeter inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
Derek Jeter was simply Derek Jeter on his special day - smooth as silk.
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Mets president says he had little communication with Scott
Alderson says he's had little communication with acting general manager Zack Scott, who was arrested last week.
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Braves sign RHP Morton to $20 million deal for 2022
The Atlanta Braves locked up another key player for next season, announcing a $20 million, one-year deal for pitcher Charlie Morton on Monday.
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Rockies’ Gomber done for season because of back injury
Colorado Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber will miss the rest of the season after team doctors discovered a stress fracture in his lower back.
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Johnny Bench tests positive for virus, to miss Hall ceremony
Hall of Fame catcher Johnny Bench says he has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss this year's induction ceremonies in Cooperstown, New York.
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Cubs’ Ross, Hoyer test positive for COVID-19; Green ejected
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer have tested positive for COVID-19.
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Mets place Scott on paid leave, acting GM pleads not guilty
Acting general manager Zack Scott was placed on administrative leave Thursday by the New York Mets following his arrest on charges of driving while intoxicated.
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Spanish broadcaster pulls Yanks’ Sterling from flooding car
Rickie Ricardo helped 83-year-old John Sterling get safely to his home in New Jersey.
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Mets acting GM Zack Scott arrested on DUI charge
New York Mets acting general manager Zack Scott was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated, hours after attending a fundraiser at team owner Steve Cohen's house.
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Smoltz, Leiter refuse vaccine, will work remotely
John Smoltz and Al Leiter are not making in-studio appearances for MLB Network after refusing to get the coronavirus vaccine, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.
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Nats VP Bob Boone resigning over vaccine mandate
Washington Nationals Vice President Bob Boone has informed the club he's resigning rather than comply with the organization's COVID-19 vaccine mandate, a person with knowledge of the situation said.
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Twins’ Maeda has season-ending Tommy John surgery
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda had season-ending Tommy John surgery Wednesday in Dallas, the team said.
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Casey: Booing back at fans 'sends bad message'
Former MLB player Sean Casey joins the Dan Patrick Show to explain why he thinks Javy Baez's thumbs-down wasn't the smartest move and why he feels his game would be more appreciated if he played today.
Wade Miley among best at avoiding hard contact
Christopher Crawford believes fantasy managers should trust Cincinnati Reds SP Wade Miley down the stretch.
Mets’ Báez bolts out of doghouse with apology, winning run
Javier Baez apologized for running his mouth, then sprinted right back into the good graces of Mets fans.
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Red Sox star Bogaerts tests positive for COVID-19
Randy Arozarena, rookie Wander Franco and the Tampa Bay Rays won their ninth straight game, breaking away from Boston 8-5 Tuesday night soon after Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts was pulled because of a...
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Blue Jays cut LHP Brad Hand 1 month after acquiring him
The Toronto Blue Jays have cut struggling lefty reliever Brad Hand.
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Báez, Lindor apologize for thumbs-down jab at Mets fans
Javier Baez and Francisco Lindor have apologized to Mets fans after Baez revealed that a thumbs-down celebration gesture adopted by players was in part a dig at New York fans who have booed the...
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Giancarlo Stanton looking like difference maker
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has been crushing it since the trade deadline and Colin Henderson explains the former MVP could determine fantasy leagues this season.
Alvarez remains a fantasy stud with elite stats
Colin Henderson raves about Yordan Alvarez's elite production in fantasy this season and explains why he will be a fantasy stud for years to come.
Mountcastle's been locked in since All-Star break
Colin Henderson analyzes Ryan Mountcastle's strong second half and explains why he looks to be a valuable commodity in keeper and dynasty leagues.
Be careful relying on Senzatela down the stretch
Colin Henderson breaks down why managers need to be careful relying on Antonio Senzatela down the stretch, despite his recent run of good starts.
Gibson's career year should continue down stretch
Colin Henderson explains why he expects Kyle Gibson's career year to continue down the stretch for the Phillies.
Sean Manaea is 'too good' to stay in current funk
Christopher Crawford explains what kind of pitcher he expects Oakland Athletics P Sean Manaea to be as the season comes to a close.
Tommy Edman can help managers finish season strong
Christopher Crawford explains how St. Louis Cardinals UT Tommy Edman's recent hot stretch, with his versatility, can help fantasy managers close out the season strong.
Kyle Seager's power is keeping his value afloat
Christopher Crawford explains why Seattle Mariners 3B Kyle Seager's power has kept him relevant in fantasy leagues, even if his stolen base and batting average are below par.
Mets booing fans is 'toxic' form of team chemistry
Rich Eisen reacts to the controversy in New York where Mets SS Javier Baez and other players have turned the tables on booing fans by flashing a double thumbs down signal toward the crowd.
Baez’s thumbs-down ‘the definition of dysfunction’
Michael Holley and Michael Smith question Javier Baez’s new “celebration” and explain why fans have the right to be frustrated when their teams underperform.
Last-place Pirates fire hitting coach Rick Eckstein
The last-place Pittsburgh Pirates fired hitting coach Rick Eckstein on Monday after struggling to produce offense all season.
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Crawford: It can't 'hurt' grabbing Jake Meyers
Christopher Crawford break downs why Houston Astros' OF Jake Meyers, while a rookie, can help fantasy managers looking for outfield help this late in the season.
Amed Rosario on fire since All-Star break
D.J. Short breaks down how Amed Rosario has turned his season around since the All-Star break at the plate and on the basepaths.
Miguel Cabrera remains impactful for fantasy
Miguel Cabrera, fresh off his 500th HR, is defying expectations for his age as Drew Silva breaks down his productive stretch for fantasy managers since early June.
Report: Mets’ Syndergaard tests positive for COVID-19
The positive test marks another hindrance in Syndergaard's recovery from Tommy John surgery.
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Mets retire Koosman’s 36 five decades after ’69 heroics
Jerry Koosman became the fifth player or coach to have his jersey retired by the Mets on Saturday night as his No. 36 was unveiled.
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Red Sox IF Hernández tests positive for COVID-19
Boston Red Sox infielder Kike Hernandez has tested positive for COVID-19, is symptomatic and will be sidelined indefinitely.
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Police investigation of Trevor Bauer handed to prosecutors
Police on Friday presented to prosecutors their investigation of Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer in the case of a woman who said he sexually assaulted her.
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'Don't overlook' Pirates reliever David Bednar
Pittsburgh Pirates reliever David Bednar has real fantasy potential for the rest of 2021, putting up impressive numbers as the team's closer.
Nats' new leadoff hitter Lane Thomas worth a look
Washington Nationals OF Lane Thomas' recent surge since his move to the leadoff spot is reason for fantasy consideration in deep leagues for Drew Silva.
Buehler's season has been 'outright dominant'
Drew Silva analyzes Walker Buehler's dominance in 2021, elevating from a top-10 SP option during drafts to arguably the top starter in fantasy baseball.
Silva: Despite no-no, only Gilbert is a streamer
Drew Silva discusses the outlook for Arizona Diamondbacks starter Tyler Gilbert, who made a splash with a no-hitter but has yet to prove since that he is more than just a streaming option.
Short: Happy to see Renfroe 'take a step forward'
D.J. Short discusses how Hunter Renfroe has regained his power swing in August, launching a MLB-best 10 homers this month and delivering valuable numbers for fantasy.
Sale joins Koufax as only pitchers with 3 immaculate innings
Red Sox ace Chris Sale joined Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax as the only pitchers on record with three immaculate innings Thursday night.
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Phillies’ Hoskins out for season with abdominal tear
The Phillies will be without their leader in RBIs and home runs as they attempt to make up ground on the Braves in the NL East.
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Ynoa's second-half emergence huge for managers
Atlanta Braves SP Huascar Ynoa has provided quality numbers for fantasy managers, and D.J. Short thinks he could be a difference-maker down the stretch.
Bohm faces uncertain future after recent demotion
Alec Bohm was sent to the minors after failing to produce at the plate or hot corner, and D.J. Short suggests there will soon be lots of questions about his future role with the Phillies.
Short: Plesac is matchup-based SP down the stretch
Zach Plesac has yet to return to his strong 2020 form, which is why D.J. Short thinks he profiles more as a streaming option in favorable matchups.