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Who is the Yankees’ biggest X-factor down the stretch?

Well, last night was a blast, wasn’t it? The only nitpick I have is that I’d have liked more offense than a couple solo shots, but Ryan Weathers was great, David Bednar was nails in relief, Jazz Chisholm Jr. provided the pop, and—oh yeah—the Yankees’ youngest shortstop since Derek Jeter looked years beyond his age […]

Questions about Elias and the Rutschman trade | MAILBAG

Question: Mike Elias’ trade of Adley Rutschman seems like an admission of failure, and establishes a good case for termination. We’ve entrusted the team to his care for eight years, and this is what he gives us. The Orioles seem to have a great deal of trouble fully developing their young talent, so I wonder […]

Fantasy Football: Breakout tight ends for 2026 drafts

These breakout fantasy football tight ends for 2026 could significantly outperform their draft cost in redraft leagues. Colston Loveland, Dalton Kincaid and Chig Okonkwo each combine strong PFF grades, favorable situations and paths to increased fantasy production. Target these sleepers to gain an edge in your 2026 fantasy football draft.

Vikings GM Nolan Teasley Sends Strong Message to Kyler Murray

Minnesota Vikings QB Kyler Murray is looking for a fresh start after the Arizona Cardinals cut ties with him this offseason. The former No. 1 pick is in a QB competition with J.J. McCarthy as the two eye the Vikings’ starting job. During his time with the Cardinals, Murray posted a passer rating of 92.2 with […] The post Vikings GM Nolan Teasley Sends Strong Message to Kyler Murray appeared first on HEAVY .

Yankees news: The Lombard family’s big day

MLB.com | Brendan Samson: Yesterday was a very cool moment for the Lombard family, as George Jr. made his MLB debut for the Bombers, his younger brother, Jacob, also made his professional debut for the Marlins’ Low-A affiliate. While Mom and Dad Lombard were going to Florida to see Jacob’s debut, they quickly pivoted (with […]

Dodgers’ Dave Roberts sheds light on Tarik Skubal’s workload

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts knows the drill, and soon Tarik Skubal will too. The two-time American League Cy Young winner put the Detroit Tigers on his back every fifth day for nearly two straight years, helping them clinch consecutive AL Division Series appearances for the first time in more than a decade. Roberts […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts sheds light on Tarik Skubal’s workload appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Yankees’ Top Prospect’s MLB Debut Mirrored Younger Brother’s Pro Debut with Marlins

August 4 marked a successful MLB debut for New York Yankees top prospect George Lombard Jr. Lombard crushed his first MLB home run in the Yankees’ 2-0 triumph over the St. Louis Cardinals.However, George wasn’t the only Lombard brother to have a big debut and home run in his career that night. His younger brother, […] The post Yankees’ Top Prospect’s MLB Debut Mirrored Younger Brother’s Pro Debut with Marlins appeared first on HEAVY .

Brewers’ biggest mistake after 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Milwaukee Brewers made their biggest 2026 MLB trade deadline mistake by failing to acquire a frontline postseason starter. Their 70-43 record, National League-best ERA, and franchise-record pace to 70 victories demanded a championship response. Baseball’s first 70-win club possessed a deep farm system and a chance to pursue its first World Series title. Yet […] The post Brewers’ biggest mistake after 2026 MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mariners visit Rock Bottom in 8-0 loss to Tigers

How tough am I? How tough am I? I watched that entire Mariners game… with the audio on. The Mariners couldn’t cut it at the Salty Spittoon on Tuesday, losing to the Tigers 8-0 in the first game following the trade deadline. Emerson Hancock pitched fine but had some poor defense behind him. Seranthnoy Domínguez […]

Report: Tottenham keen to sign 14 G/A star who’s open to transfer

Tottenham are reportedly keen on a potential summer transfer window move for £65m-rated Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. The Senegal international is back at Stamford Bridge after a loan spell at Bayern Munich, but it perhaps seems unlikely that he’ll be staying with the Blues. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING […] The post Report: Tottenham keen to sign 14 G/A star who’s open to transfer appeared first on CaughtOffside .

The Brewers’ Tarik Skubal trade offer Tigers turned down

The Los Angeles Dodgers ended up winning the Tarik Skubal sweepstakes, but that did not come without much controversy. After all, most contenders were going after Skubal on the trade market, and many believe that the Detroit Tigers didn’t maximize the return they got for their ace by accepting the Dodgers’ offer. The Tigers acquired […] The post The Brewers’ Tarik Skubal trade offer Tigers turned down appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pundits reveal why Giants’ defense could improve even after Dexter Lawrence trade

Fans of the New York Giants were devastated when Dexter Lawrence II was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for the No. 10 pick in this year’s draft. Lawrence demanded to be shipped after he and the Giants could not agree on his contract extension. His departure was a huge loss to the team’s […] The post Pundits reveal why Giants’ defense could improve even after Dexter Lawrence trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mookie Betts opens up about Dodgers’ losing streak ‘rut’

The Los Angeles Dodgers must have believed that they would put an end to their losing streak on Tuesday as they had their recent trade acquisition, Tarik Skubal, on the mound. However, the Dodgers’ losing streak reached five games after they lost to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday, 5-1. In particular, Mookie Betts has not […] The post Mookie Betts opens up about Dodgers’ losing streak ‘rut’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Effectively Wild Episode 2514: The Deadline, From Adell to Zeferjahn

After talking Tarik Skubal and a few other early acquisitions in the preceding pod, Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley recap the rest of the trade deadline in detail, from Adell to Zeferjahn (with many non-ex-Angels in between): the biggest surprises, the winners and losers, and the various reminders that life comes at you fast. Audio intro: […]

Giants get walked-off by Rangers on missed catch

You follow the San Francisco Giants, so you’re familiar with bad baseball. You’re well aware of it from watching the Giants, both this year and in many other years. But you’ve also become keenly alert to bad baseball through divisional foes such as the woeful Colorado Rockies, who, in most years, make you feel a […]

Rays fans get disappointing results from Freddy Peralta’s debut

The Tampa Bay Rays must have believed that they could help get the best out of Freddy Peralta after trading for him from the New York Mets prior to the deadline. Peralta was one of the best pitchers in MLB last year when he was with the Milwaukee Brewers, but his play has fallen off […] The post Rays fans get disappointing results from Freddy Peralta’s debut appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong breaks down improved play vs. lefties

The Chicago Cubs have watched Pete Crow-Armstrong develop into one of baseball’s most complete young players. His elite defense remains central to his value, but his improved production against left-handed pitching has expanded his offensive impact in 2026. Crow-Armstrong struggled badly against southpaws last season, batting .188 with a .217 on-base percentage and .594 OPS […] The post Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong breaks down improved play vs. lefties appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Noot the Way You Wanted this to Go: Dbacks 4, Padres 9

Dbacks manager Torey Lovullo started off his postgame interview stating that this game had a ‘funky rhythm’ to it, and I think that is a great way to summarize it. Eduardo Rodriguez who went 8 scoreless in his last outing, got jumped in this outing. The Padres came out of the gates with a lot […]

Cubs’ Nico Hoerner makes Pete Crow-Armstrong MVP case after beating Dodgers

On Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs played spoiler in Tarik Skubal’s debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers. They grabbed a 5-1 victory to upset the Dodgers in the first of a three-game series, and Pete Crow-Armstrong, as per usual, was a thorn in the opposing team’s side. All season long, Crow-Armstrong has been brilliant for the […] The post Cubs’ Nico Hoerner makes Pete Crow-Armstrong MVP case after beating Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints .