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Pinpointing the “Group of Death” is a well-worn subject when it comes to looking at soccer World Cups. The mantra goes to whatever group/pool is determined to be the toughest, in terms of any of the teams could advance past that round. If we did that for this year’s upcoming World Baseball Classic, the choice […]
The Dodgers are back at Goodyear Ballpark for a second time in three days, this time on Thursday against the Cincinnati Reds. Cole Irvin gets the start on Thursday. It’s the third appearance this spring and first start for the non-roster invitee who played last year in the KBO after six major league seasons with […]
Early rules, Lou Gehrig Day, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths. “Maybe I called it wrong, but it’s official.” — Tom Connolly, HoF Umpire. Today in baseball history: Cubs Birthdays: Jim […]
Good Morning Birdland, The Orioles did play a game on Tuesday, but there are no highlights to share. The game, an exhibition against the Netherlands WBC team, was not broadcast anywhere. As far as I can tell, not even that awkward single camera angle from behind home plate—a trademark of spring games not shown on […]
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1921 In the wake of the Black Sox, fortunes were going to turn hard against the fortunes of the South Siders — but don’t blame future Hall-of-Famer Harry Hooper. Charles Comiskey attempted to rebuild his team, making the acquisition of Hooper from the Red Sox as a cornerstone move. The trade didn’t prevent the three-decade fall to come, […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Bucs are sitting at 9-2 in Grapefruit League action. Their offensive production is up, while […]
The big MLB news yesterday centered on drug suspensions, as two NL Easy players were reportedly linked to PEDs. The Phillies’ Johan Rojas was in the second case of the day, but the first was far more prominent: the Braves’ Jurickson Profar. If that sounds familiar, it’s because the exact same thing happened to Profar […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cardinals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Arizona Cardinals have made it official as they will be moving on from Kyler Murray […]
Among the many things that went well for Arizona in a pair of wins in Las Vegas over the weekend was its defense and the ability to make the most of scoring chances. The inability to do one of those things early and another late ended up resulting in another loss to Grand Canyon. The […]
New York Daily News | Gary Phillips: A lot of news came out regarding Cam Schlittler’s “I have arrived” start in last year’s Wild Card Series. Now, though, we found out what he credits his success to: a good night of sleep. The righty has been tracking his sleep through WHOOP technology and said the […]
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been hit with a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug. The penalty, which goes into effect Friday, would sideline him for the entire 2026 season, including any potential postseason games, and cost him his annual salary if upheld. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in White Sox fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Sure, it’s only Spring Training, but the White Sox got out of the box pretty […]
The Syracuse Orange (15-15, 6-11) dropped their fourth straight game, losing 77-62 at the #24 Louisville Cardinals (21-9, 10-7). Nait George led Syracuse with 16 points on 5-13 shooting. Nate Kingz was the most efficient player with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Sadiq White had another strong game with 8 points off the bench while […]
It’s another night here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest nightspot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. You know you’re always welcome here. Come on in and spend some time with us. There’s no cover charge. The hostess can seat you now. Bring your own beverage. BCB After Dark is the […]
The San Deigo Padres got back in the win column with a 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz. on Tuesday. It was good for the Padres to get a win, but the best part of the day was seeing Nick Castellanos connect on a two-run home run to […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockies fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Spring training is in full swing, and now with the World Baseball Classic happening over the […]
Tigers Battle but Can’t Overcome Poor Guard Play Clemson once again felt the familiar sting of a loss at UNC on Tuesday night, dropping a back and forth affair to lose their 5th in 6 games down the stretch of the season. RJ Godfrey tried to put the team on his back all night long […]
Nebraska baseball had its home opener on Tuesday, hosting the Omaha Mavericks. After a 5-5 RPI building start to the season, the Huskers look for some home cooking to get back on track after a tough series at Auburn over the weekend. They didn’t have to wait long as a big first inning got things […]
In my game threads post I suggested that a fifteen run route of Team Brazil was one I very much desired. Fourteen runs later, the A’s walk away with a win, one run short of my predicted run total but just as offensively sweet. Let’s get into it… Aaron Civale took the bump today, for […]
The Atlanta Braves have officially released a statement on outfielder/designated hitter Jurickson Profar’s 162-game suspension for a second positive test for a performance enhancing substance. The statement, which was issued on the team’s official social media account, expressed disappointment in the player but their support for MLB’s Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. The full statement […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Diamondbacks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Maybe it made sense for Torey Lovullo to wait before announcing his Opening Day starter. He […]
This morning, MLB Pipeline released its list of the top 30 Brewers prospects in anticipation of the upcoming season. The full list can be found here. I’m not going to overview each player on the list because BCB’s Dave Gasper just released his list of the top 50 Brewers prospects, complete with bios on each […]
Can’t sweep the month of March if you don’t win the first game of March. Go Cards.
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Cubs have several potential backup outfielders in camp. Dylan Carlson had a great rookie year with […]