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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 Pittsburgh Pirates were last over .500 in 2018. We’ve been waiting eight years now for […]
From Bucs Dugout | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
How do you weigh the cost of opportunity when it comes to a long-term build? When I talk to Cardinals personnel, the consistent theme remains “long-term focus.” What exactly does that mean for players who continue to accrue service time but are not quite to the point where they are rental assets? We know that […]
From Viva El Birdos | about 1 month ago | 5 reads
Good morning, Camden Chatters. We’re just a couple of weeks away now from pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training. As of now, that group of Orioles pitchers still does not include Framber Valdez. I will continue to update you as nothing occurs. In the meantime, it’s prospect hype season, as publications continue to drop […]
From Camden Chat | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
The Islanders rebounded from a blah road trip and a worse return home by shutting out the Flyers — with a goal from each special team! — but the most interesting news of the day was confirmation that they were making a trade…with the {plugs nose} Rangers, of all teams. They acquired pending UFA defenseman […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Another offseason day down, another day closer to the beginning of spring. The hot stove has little left to offer us, though Monday did bring some news, with the Yankees officially announcing their signing of Cody Bellinger, as well as the Giants making a move, signing old friend Harrison Bader to a two-year deal. Had […]
From Pinstripe Alley | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
The UEFA Champions League league phase is nearing its end, and the race for positions is heating up. With 18 matches kicking off simultaneously on Wednesday, every goal could reshape the final standings. Arsenal are leading the way with a perfect record, but the real tension lies below them. Tottenham Hotspur sit in a surprise […]
From Never Manage Alone | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
The Athletic | Keith Law ($): It’s preseason prospect ranking time. Today, it’s The Athletic. To the surprise of, I assume, literally no one, George Lombard Jr. is the top-ranked Yankee farmhand on Keith Law’s list. Ranked 24th overall, Law is bullish on Lombard’s future, remarking on the young shortstop’s bat speed and knowledge of […]
From Pinstripe Alley | about 1 month ago | 1 read
We learned a lot at Rockies Fest 2026, so I thought we’d take this week for a late-night rehash. Over the course of the weekend, I got to participate in a range of conversations, and I’m not sure they lend themselves to Rockpiles, but they seem like good discussion starters for the Purple Row Night […]
From Purple Row | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
There are 15 days until San Diego Padres pitchers and catchers report to Peoria, Ariz. for their physicals prior to the start of Spring Training. This Saturday is Padres Fanfest and here is hoping that there will be some real news to discuss for the next offseason notes. As of today, the last significant action […]
From Gaslamp Ball | about 1 month ago | 0 reads
Matthew Robertson's unlikely heroics cap off a resilient effort as the Rangers snap a three game losing streak with their first win on home ice in 2026.
From Blueshirt Banter | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We so glad you braved the weather to visit us. Please come in out of the cold. It’s plenty warm in here. We can check your coat. There’s no cover charge. Bring your own beverage. […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has been full of praise for Joan Garcia and has labelled the summer signing “the best goalkeeper in the world.” Garcia swapped Espanyol for Barcelona in the summer and has gone on to impress in his first season for Hansi Flick’s side. Laporta spoke about Garcia at the Catalan Sports Gala […]
From Barca Blaugranes | about 1 month ago | 7 reads
Forty years ago today, the Chicago Bears ended their remarkable season with a 46-10 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX. Prior to completely dominating the Patriots, the Bears had consecutive playoff shutouts against the New York Giants (21-0) and the Los Angeles Rams (24-0). With just 10 points allowed, the postseason […]
From Windy City Gridiron | about 1 month ago | 6 reads
Marquette Golden Eagles (7-14, 2-8 Big East) vs Creighton Bluejays (12-8, 6-3 Big East) Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026Time: 8:30pm CentralLocation: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Marquette Stats Leaders Points: Chase Ross, 15.6 ppgRebounds: Ben Gold, 5.7 rpgAssists: Nigel James, 4.6 apg Marquette Injury Note: Sean Jones has missed the last seven games with a foot issue. […]
From Anonymous Eagle | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
As expected, having been the top player at the position when the MLB Network ranked the top hundred players last week, Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte duly ranked first overall on MLB Now’s Top 10 Second Basemen Right Now earlier tonight. The three-time All-Star, who also ranked first overall on the Top 10 Second Basemen Right Now countdown last year, finished one spot ahead of two-time […]
From AZ Snake Pit | about 1 month ago | 1 read
The Royals have signed 36-year-old right-hander Héctor Neris to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training, according to New York Post reporter Jon Heyman. Neris pitched for the Braves, Angels, and Astros last year, posting a 6.75 ERA but with 35 strikeouts in 26.2 innings. He had 18 saves in 62 games […]
From Royals Review | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
There’s no denying the impact, love, and legacy that Andrew McCutchen has left on the Pirates and the region. The 2013 NL MVP brought winning baseball back to Pittsburgh and may one day have his No. 22 retired at PNC Park. But is it the last time McCutchen has donned the number on the diamond […]
From Bucs Dugout | about 1 month ago | 3 reads
It’s prospect-ranking season, with both Baseball America and MLB Pipeline unveiling top-100 lists last week. On Monday, Keith Law at The Athletic revealed his annual preseason ranking of the top 100 prospects in baseball. Seven Dodgers made this list, their most prolific showing yet among these groups. Just like at BA and MLB, four outfielders […]
From True Blue LA | about 1 month ago | 1 read
Ivan asked about it earlier but yeah, hopefully everybody out there in the path of this weekend’s winter storm rode it out both warmly and safely at the same time. Spring Training will be here before we all know it and we need everybody locked in and ready to go without freezing out there. Anyways, […]
From Talking Chop | about 1 month ago | 0 reads
Ethan Salas plummeted 53 spots on Keith Law’s 2026 Top 100 MLB prospects list that was released by The Athletic, Monday. The 19-year-old catching prospect from Venezuela was the only San Diego Padres prospect to make the list, which is reflective of just how depleted the San Diego farm system is. Salas was the 17th […]
From Gaslamp Ball | about 1 month ago | 2 reads
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From Blueshirt Banter | about 1 month ago | 5 reads
Is the Arizona Cardinals close to hiring a new head coach? The search began with a long list of candidates, and now it is down to the short list. Coaches have gone through a first interview, and a select few have been invited to a second interview. Yet, still no hire. But that should come […]
From Revenge of the Birds | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
The St. Louis Cardinals are preparing the way for Spring Training which is now just over two weeks away. The team announced the 27 non-roster players that will officially be a part of camp. Here’s the share that the St. Louis Cardinals just dropped on social media today. In case you can’t see the Cardinals […]
From Viva El Birdos | about 1 month ago | 4 reads
2025-26 Sixers Bell Ringer standings: Tyrese Maxey – 18VJ Edgecombe – 6Joel Embiid – 6Paul George – 5Andre Drummond – 2Dominick Barlow – 1Adem Bona – 1Justin Edwards – 1Quentin Grimes – 1Jared McCain – 1Kelly Oubre Jr. – 1Trendon Watford – 115th roster spot – 1 The Sixers traveled to Charlotte for a Monday […]
From Liberty Ballers | about 1 month ago | 5 reads
Japan unveiled its 2026 World Baseball Classic roster on Monday, which included Los Angeles Dodgers stars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, as expected. Ohtani was announced in November to play for Japan, though its not yet known whether he will pitch. Yamamoto’s inclusion was expected as well, though whether he pitched was at least somewhat […]
From True Blue LA | about 1 month ago | 1 read