Rockies designate Scott Alexander for assignment

The Colorado Rockies announced Friday that left-handed pitcher Scott Alexander has been designated for assignment. In his place the team recalled right-handed pitcher Tanner Gordon from Triple-A, who will make the start in the opening game against the New York Yankees. Alexander, 35, signed a one-year $2 million deal with the Rockies at the start… read more

Tanner Bibee, Cleveland Guardians Shut Out Detroit Tigers

Tanner Bibee pitched like an ace when the Cleveland Guardians needed him most. Bibee delivered seven shutout innings as Cleveland beat the Detroit Tigers 7-0 in the opener of a four-game series. The visiting Guardians jumped from fourth place to second place in the AL Central Division with a record of 27-22. The Tigers lead… read more

Rockies suffer 2-0 loss to the Phillies, set modern era record through 50 games

The Colorado Rockies’ struggles continued on Thursday afternoon as they fell 2-0 to the Philadelphia Phillies at Coors Field, concluding a four-game sweep and extending their losing streak to five games. This defeat marks the Rockies’ eighth shutout loss of the season, underscoring ongoing challenges both at the plate and on the mound. In a… read more

Ballpark Bets: A Mariners vs Astros Special!

Kirby 3+/mariners ml +108 Welcome back to the show George Kirby. He has been dealing with shoulder inflammation, but finally makes his return to the mound. I imagine he would be on a pitch count, but getting three strikeouts seems quite doable. The Mariners winning should be very much in play. They are playing some… read more

Rockies Place Chase Dollander on IL with Forearm Tightness

The Colorado Rockies announced on Thursday that rookie starter Chase Dollander has been placed on the 15-day injured list with forearm tightness, retroactive to May 19. It’s news no team, player, or fan wants to hear, especially for the Rockies who are in the midst of one of the worst seasons in not only franchise… read more

Should the Cardinals Front Office Invest and Add to this Current Team?

The great thing about making preseason predictions is seeing how well they age. There are takes that have either looked promising or have aged horrendously, making you shake your head. One take I had during the preseason, was that the Cardinals may not be a playoff team but will be competitive within the NL Central…. read more

Purple Rain: Cleveland Guardians Earn Soggy Split with Minnesota Twins

Minneapolis baseball fans wished for the return of the Metrodome, as three inches of rain fell while the Twins were trying to play the Cleveland Guardians this week. The teams finally completed Monday’s game on Wednesday, with the Twins winning 6-5. The Guardians bounced back to win the regularly scheduled game 5-1. Before we dive… read more

Ladies’ Night Episode 16 — Fading Rivalry, Vargas’ Vibes, and Prospect Power

Kristina Airdo joins Melissa Sage-Bollenbach to dissect the White Sox, from Miguel Vargas’s hot streak and rising minor league talents to the fading Crosstown Classic rivalry. Tune in for a candid conversation that hits all the bases.

Rangers Prospect Sebastian Walcott Draws Big Praise From ESPN In Updated Top 50

ESPN just announced an updated list of their Top 50 Prospects in Major League Baseball, and for Rangers fans, a familiar face is near the top. Rangers top prospect Sebastian Walcott took home the number four ranking from ESPN’s rankings team. Boston outfielder Roman Anothony, Pirates starter Bubba Chandler, and Padres SS Leodalis De Vries… read more

The Human Element Under Review: Umpiring in the Modern Era

As the 2025 Major League Baseball season unfolds, the role of umpires is under unprecedented scrutiny. With the advent of technology like the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system and ongoing debates about the definition of a swing, the traditional human element of officiating is being reevaluated. The Rise of Technology in Umpiring: This spring, MLB expanded… read more

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