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Mets lose to Orioles despite Tong’s good outing
The offense was lackluster in spite of the pitching support.
Pitching, prose, politics: The many sides to Larry Jackson
As a newspaper sports columnist, Larry Jackson had an edge over contemporaries such as Red Smith, Jim Murray and Shirley Povich. He not only wrote about Jackie Robinson, he pitched against him. Thi…
Are Giants Wasting Devers' Prime?
Despite a historic power surge from Rafael Devers, the San Francisco Giants' crumbling pitching staff and stagnant rebuild threaten to bury his best years.
Rangers Prospect Scarborough Shut Down
Texas Rangers pitching prospect Caden Scarborough will be sidelined for four to six weeks.
Shohei Ohtani suffers another setback for Dodgers amid pitching return
It's going to be a while longer before Ohtani is back on the mound.
Dodgers Couldn't Shake Skubal's Shakiness Against Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers had a chance to jump on Milwaukee Brewers pitching ace Jacob Misiorowski and earn a win in the National League Championship Series behind starter Tarik Skubal. That did not happen on Sunday night.
Brewers Learn Padres Game One Starter in NLDS
The San Diego Padres tap the veteran southpaw to exploit the Milwaukee Brewers' struggles against left-handed pitching.
Early offense, great relief pitching gives Yankees win over Padres
The bullpen’s four innings of nearly-hitless ball iced out the Dads.
Cade Cavalli Cementing Himself as Nationals Second-Half Ace
The Washington Nationals need pitching help this offseason, but Cade Cavalli may have already cemented himself as the ace of the 2027 rotation
MLB's CC Sabathia Shares Health Message, Talks Hall of Fame
MLB star CC Sabathia joins TODAY to share a message about the importance of understanding your cholesterol numbers and shares his own health scare. “I was pitching in the big leagues and had no idea I had this blockage and just got lucky enough to be able to catch it,” he says. He also opens up about being inducted into the Monument Park Hall of Fame at Yankee Stadium. “It means more than going into the Hall of Fame…To be able to come to the Bronx, put on the pinstripes and succeed here…feels great.”
Iowa, national politicians court voters at CyHawk tailgates
Iowa candidates turned CyHawk tailgates into campaign stops Saturday, with Republicans and Democrats pitching voters on the issues they say matter most.
Why Amy Klobuchar wants to run a state beleaguered by Trump
She is pitching herself as uniquely qualified to clean up the messes at home and reset the state’s poisonous relationship with the White House.
Inside the ad model behind Issa Rae’s microdramas—and why Poppi and Sol de Janeiro are buying in
As microdramas gain traction as an entertainment format, Issa Rae’s media company, Hoorae, is pitching advertisers on its short-form series as media buys, not social media campaigns.
How the Cubs Playoff Rotation is Shaping Up
With the MLB postseason race shaping up, the Chicago Cubs' playoff rotation is becoming clearer. They have occasionally had a rough time with their pitching staff this season, and it has been hard to know who they can trust. However, they are heading for a best-of-three series in the Wild Card round. This means that …
Insider Suggests Former Yankees Manager Replace Aaron Boone
The New York Yankees are dealing with the fallout of another disappointing early MLB Playoffs exit. World Series goals with a strong starting pitching staff ended in a decisive three-game sweep by the Tampa Bay Rays. Some fans do cite the injury to Aaron Judge as a main reason for the loss, but manager Aaron […] The post Insider Suggests Former Yankees Manager Replace Aaron Boone appeared first on HEAVY.
Pirates Starting Pitching Depth is Alarmingly Thin
Down two starters in the rotation, the Pirates don’t have two viable replacements to fill in. Or even one, for […]
Day Game Bantering
The Jays and Tigers play at 3:00 Eastern. The Jays, either during or after last night’s game, decided to change around the starting pitching plans for the rest of the way. And, Max, no pressure, but you need to get us some innings tonight. I really expected some pitching moves this morning. I’m still expecting […]
Breaking down Yankees' roster and starting rotation questions for ALDS
Who is pitching Game 1, and whether Aaron Judge is activated are Yankees' questions leading into the ALDS vs. the Rays.
Noteworthy Arms to Consider as Padres Offseason Acquisitions
The San Diego Padres' pitching staff was one of many highlights for the organization in 2026, headlined by a remarkable turnaround from the starters after the All-Star break. With the late-season returns of Nick Pivetta and Joe Musgrove from the injured list, San Diego's front office still remains focused on acquiring additional starting pitching for …
Braves look to take another in Philly behind Martin Perez
This pitching matchup is scary on paper but is perhaps closer than it looks on the surface
This Stat Explains Exactly How Rays Won 98 Games
The Tampa Bay Rays won 98 games by dominating close situations, going 25-4 in one-run games and 61-35 in games decided by three runs or fewer. Elite pitching control, MLB's lowest strikeout rate and a versatile offense could make Tampa Bay dangerous in the MLB playoffs.
Diamondbacks won’t bring back pitching coach after 2 seasons
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks will be looking for a new voice to oversee their pitching staff in 2027. According to MLB.
Dodgers Finally Secure First Series Victory of 2026 vs. Giants
The Los Angeles Dodgers ignited a 15-hit offensive explosion to dismantle the San Francisco Giants' pitching staff.
AI Has Already Impacted How Creatives Are Pitching Films, According to FoxNXT Head
Jon Flynn, EVP and head of FoxNXT, took the stage during TheWrap's first-ever AI Creator Day ahead of TheGrill.
Angels Starter Makes Prominent All-Rookie Team
The Los Angeles Angels got some great starting pitching in the second half of the season from Walbert Urena.
Rays Benefit From Guardians-White Sox ALDS Going the Distance
The Tampa Bay Rays await their ALCS opponent after the Cleveland Guardians beat the Chicago White Sox 9-5 to force Game 5 of the ALDS. With four days of rest following their Yankees sweep, Kevin Cash and the Rays could gain a pitching advantage heading into Game 1.
Giants Could Trade Lee for Savings and Outfield Opening
The San Francisco Giants must decide if Jung Hoo Lee’s inconsistent production warrants a massive salary as rising prospects and urgent pitching needs force a roster overhaul.
Notes: MLB expansion, position players pitching, 2028 Olympics
One aspect of the upcoming labor battle this offseason, after the collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1, is Major League Baseballs desire to expand from 30 to 32 teams. MLB’s last expansion was in 1998, and Jeff Passan at ESPN in his outline of potential new cities notes that commissioner Rob Manfred wants the […]
Why Brewers Pulled Jacob Misiorowski After Pitching 3 Innings
Jacob Misiorowski must’ve wanted to watch the Sunday Night Football matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Indianapolis Colts. Because after pitching three innings on Sunday Night Baseball for the Milwaukee Brewers, he was pulled from the game. For those not paying more attention, it certainly could cause alarm. The Brewers are just a week […] The post Why Brewers Pulled Jacob Misiorowski After Pitching 3 Innings appeared first on HEAVY.
Yankees Face New Pitching Concern After Diamondbacks Loss
The New York Yankees lost 8-4 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday at Chase Field. The game featured a blown 4-1 lead, a grand slam from Nolan Arenado, and another difficult afternoon for a bullpen that has been stretched thin down the stretch.But a quieter moment during the game raised a different kind of concern. […] The post Yankees Face New Pitching Concern After Diamondbacks Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
2026 Saw Breakout Stars and Return of Vintage Sandy
Sandy Alcantara reclaimed his ace status and shattered franchise records, leading a resurgent Miami pitching staff fueled by Max Meyer’s All-Star emergence and Eury Pérez’s dominant growth.
Paul Goldschmidt could punish the Red Sox for the Yankees
Against left-handed pitching, Paul Goldschmidt hit .299/.393/.573 this season. Against right-handers, he hit .213/.239/.351. The Yankees don’t need to invent […]
Atlanta Braves Will Get Back Key Reinforcement Next Week
The Atlanta Braves are getting back a key member of their pitching staff next week.
Washington Nationals Reinstate Josiah Gray to Close 2026 Season
For the first time since April of 2024, Josiah Gray is back pitching with the Washington Nationals
Dodgers’ Ohtani Admitted Brewers Exposed Him in NLCS Sweep
After a shocking National League Championship Series sweep, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani confronted his postseason struggles, crediting the Milwaukee Brewers’ pitching staff for uncovering vulnerabilities.
Phillies make stunning pitching announcement with season on the line
A veteran starting pitcher will take the ball on two days' rest in a surprise last-minute move.
Don Cooper, former White Sox pitching coach, dies at 70
Don Cooper, the pitching coach who led the White Sox to their 2005 World Series title, has died at age 70.
Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Time To Say Goodbye” Edition
We come to the last week of the season, and the Twins have officially been eliminated from playoff contention and will not be able to finish the season with a winning record. On the bright side, Walker Jenkins figured out major league pitching! The Twins wrap up the season with a series in San Francisco […]
Will the Cubs finish last in pitching value?
I definitely want to see it come to fruition, maybe as part of the Braves bashing their arms for the next two days
Yet Another Jays Depressing Loss
Blue Jays 3 Orioles 4 Sometimes you make the right moves and yet they don’t work out. Bottom of the eighth Mason Fluharty pitching. He gave up a leadoff walk. Then got a pop out and a fly out. With Pete Alonso up, John brought in Tyler Rogers. I liked the call. But….Alonso hit his […]
Wednesday Morning Links
Morning, all! A palatial home in Montserrat that used to belong to Bob Simpson is going back on the market, so if you have $2-$4 million laying around make sure to jump in on the bidding. So what are the Rangers going to do to address a pitching staff that went from one of the […]
Drew Rasmussen headlines a deep Rays staff entering ALDS
Other starters TBD as Tampa weighs its pitching options.
Yankees news: Clarke Schmidt shut down for the season
Yankees shut down Schmidt; Judge hits live pitching again; The AFL starts up; Rice has blossomed into an elite analytical hitter.
Tigers try to split series with Guardians on Sunday afternoon
The Detroit Tigers bounced back from a pair of walkoff losses during Friday night’s doubleheader to blank the Cleveland Guardians, 6-0, on Saturday night. Riley Greene’s four-hit performance powered the good guys against a potential Rookie of the Year candidate while the pitching staff threw its first shutout since blanking the Guards back on Aug. […]
U.S. Floats Lifeline to Russia: Allowing More Gas Sales to Europe
The Trump administration is pitching the idea as part of a peace deal with Ukraine, but Europe is wary and critics say Russia would be strengthened.
MN Twins Announce Coaching Changes
Minnesota Twins pitching coaches Pete Maki and Luis Ramirez will not be back for the 2027 season.
Pirates shut down by Kikuchi, thumped by lowly Angels
The familiar struggles against left-handed starting pitching were again present for the Pirates against Yusei Kikuchi and the Angels on Saturday night, resulting in a 6-1 loss at PNC Park.
Anderson continues struggles in 6-4 loss to Anaheim
Tonight’s 6-4 loss to Anaheim was really more about the quality of the pitching than it was about the quality of the offense. But in 2026, that means the Angels were better. Kade Anderson continued his struggles against MLB hitting, as you’d technically have to call the Anaheim lineup. After starting off well enough with […]
St. Louis Cardinals vs San Francisco Giants Series Preview
Entering Monday night, the St. Louis Cardinals have 18 games remaining in the regular season. A third of those games will be against the San Francisco Giants with the first set of 3 being in San Francisco. Here are the pitching matchups according to MLB.com: Monday night, September 7: Michael McGreevy (RHP 6-9, 3.97 ERA, 102 SO) […]
Should Brewers Give Pannone Another Chance After Perfect Game?
Thomas Pannone just tossed the fifth nine-inning perfect game in International League history, leaving the Milwaukee Brewers with another credible pitching option.
Why Brandon Marsh's slump will derail Phillies' NL East chances
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to surpass the Atlanta Braves in the National League East standings. They will need players to step up over the next few weeks amid their pursuit of winning the division. Of course, Philadelphia is hoping its stars can lead the way. Starting pitching is a strength for this Phillies ball club. Zack Wheeler has […] The post Why Brandon Marsh's slump will derail Phillies' NL East chances appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Padres Top Pitching Prospect Starts His Instruction Process
The San Diego Padres drafted Kruz Schoolcraft out of high school, and he's a big man with a big arm.
Rangers Prospect Earns Recognition After Breakout 2026 Season
Texas Rangers left-hander Dalton Pence delivered one of the Minor Leagues' strongest pitching performances in 2026.
Jays Edge Reds 6-5
For most of the night, this looked like a typically frustrating 2026 Blue Jays loss. The starting pitching wasn’t very good, the bullpen did enough to keep them in range, and while the offence produce traffic on the bases it failed to turn that into runs. Luckily, things flipped late. The offence woke up and […]
Power not a cure-all in 7-6 loss
The Giants homered four times but still came up a run short thanks to shortcomings on pitching and defense.
This Yankees’ Prospect Could Be X Factor in October Bullpen
Yankees right-handed pitching prospect and their third-best prospect, Carlos Lagrange, is being considered for possible addition to the postseason roster, reported Yankees beat writer Bryan Hoch of MLB.com in a tweet, per Aaron Boone.Lagrange has been recovering from a right shoulder capsular sprain that has kept him out since July. Lagrange returned to Triple-A Scranton […] The post This Yankees’ Prospect Could Be X Factor in October Bullpen appeared first on HEAVY.
Getting Ready for Jackson Jobe’s Final Start
As the flame-throwing righty finds his groove following surgery, Detroit fans get a final look at the electric arm poised to lead the franchise’s next pitching generation.
Dodgers Pitching Powerhouse Faces Brewers In High-Stakes NLCS Clash
Dodgers ace Tarik Skubal leads the charge against Milwaukee in the NLCS. See the pitching matchups, stats, and expert analysis for the series.
"All Kinds of Banged Up Right Now": Shohei Ohtani Gets Huge Dodgers Injury Update as Pitching Future Takes Grim Turn
Concerns surrounding Shohei Ohtani are mounting as the Los Angeles Dodgers scratched him from the lineup for a fourth straight game on Sunday. He was already sidelined from pitching, and now his hitting has been affected as well.
Baltimore Orioles Make Pitching Decision for Brewers Series
The Baltimore Orioles made a move before Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers.
THE GUARDIANS ARE YOUR AL CENTRAL CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!
WHAT A GAME!!! WHAT A SEASON!!! The offense has completely bailed out the pitching staff the last couple weeks, and tonight was no different. We got contributions from just about everyone. Multi HR games from both Patrick Bailey and Brayan Rocchio is just a hilariously beautiful way to finish the regular season. We also saw […]
Where Chase Burns’ 2026 Season Ranks Among Reds Pitching Greats
Boasting a 2.73 ERA at just 23, the young ace is chasing history. See how his breakout campaign stacks up against legends like Jose Rijo and Johnny Cueto.
Aaron Boone Gives Surprising Yankees Wild Card Rotation Update
The New York Yankees have a huge Wild Card series coming up against the Boston Red Sox for a chance to compete for the World Series. Aaron Boone has lucked out with a tremendous MLB pitching staff of superstars giving NY a viable chance in every series. However, a new quote from Boone claims that […] The post Aaron Boone Gives Surprising Yankees Wild Card Rotation Update appeared first on HEAVY.
Magical sixth inning propels White Sox to 7-3 win
Stellar pitching and adamant bats in Cleveland secure season series, shrink magic number to 10
Can In-House Option Upgrade Washington Nationals' 2027 Rotation?
With all eyes on how to fix the pitching staff, is a returning starter a viable option to step back into the Washington Nationals rotation in 2027?
Poor pitching, defense leads to another Reds loss to Brewers
The Reds have now lost seven of eight games against the Brewers this season.
Cubs Expected To Lose $12 Million Pitcher
Clay Holmes was a key pickup by the Chicago Cubs ahead of this summer’s MLB trade deadline. He may not be pitching for the Cubs next season, though — a reality they knew well when they dealt for him but one that will still be important toward the plans Chicago puts together for the offseason […] The post Cubs Expected To Lose $12 Million Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.
Fightin’ Feddes prevail over the Twins, yet again
White Sox kept the Guardians at bay, thanks to a gem by the pitching staff
Paul Skenes points to World Baseball Classic as the 'root' of his pitching woes this season
Bryce Harper’s Heroics Erase Braves’ Pitching Dominance
Bryce Harper hit a huge home run to save the Phillies' season, but the Braves' bullpen blew a lead in an intense 10-inning battle in Atlanta.
5 Main Street Iowa businesses win $75,000 in state grants
Five small businesses from Main Street Iowa districts were awarded a combined $75,000 in state grants Monday after pitching their expansion ideas in the final round of the 2026 Open 4 Business contest. Open 4 Business is a Main Street Iowa program housed within the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Downtown Resource Center. The live pitch…
Top Three Questions the Astros Must Answer During the Offseason
With the season over and Joe Espada's future uncertain, the Astros face a pitching staff in need of help and a handful of young players that might see more playing time in 2027.
Tigers Close 2026 Season With 4-2 Loss to Pirates
Late-inning solo shots by Kevin McGonigle and Eduardo Valencia sparked a rally, but early pitching struggles stifled Detroit's comeback as the club shifts focus toward a youthful 2027.
Two Observations From Giants' 3-2 Loss vs. Twins
An observation on the hitting and pitching side of things following the San Francisco Giants' latest loss.
Atlanta Braves Have Starting Pitching Concern That Needs Addressing
Tuesday's game indicated the Braves may need to keep a closer eye on a struggling starting pitcher.
Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers for Big Series vs Brewers
The Pittsburgh Pirates have revealed the pitching plan for their big series with the Milwaukee Brewers.
Where Dodgers' Pitching Staff Ranks Among Rival Contenders
The Los Angeles Dodgers' arms are among the best, and they need to be the best for this team to win a third-straight World Series title.
Jays Lose To A’s
Blue Jays 5 A’s 6 I wanted to title this ‘Bad Pitching, Defense and Hitting Leads to a Loss’ but that’s too many words. A bad moment on defense, in the first inning, turned out to be very costly. Dylan Cease was having a rough time in the first. A walk to Henry Bolte, who […]
Gen Alpha is already pitching VCs. Here's their advice.
Five venture capitalists told Business Insider their tips for Gen Alpha founders. They discussed AI, social media, and college.
Dodgers tap NLCS rotation order to replicate dominance over Brewers
Dodgers pitching dominated the Brewers in last year's NLCS. They are hoping Tarik Skubal and Yoshinobu Yamamoto can set a similar tone in this year's rematch
Kaima Taira uses data and science in pursuit of pitching perfection
The Seibu Lions ace has combined elite velocity with a deep understanding of biomechanics to become one of NPB’s best pitchers.
Yankees lose 25-year-old pitching prospect to Nationals
The former sixth-round draft pick struggled in his first season back from Tommy John surgery.
Great pitching beats good pitching as Yankees miss huge opportunity
The Yankees’ pitching was very good on Saturday night. Tampa Bay’s was better.
Ohtani Shuts Down Pitching Again This Season For Dodgers
Now that the future regarding Shohei Ohtani and pitching for the Los Angeles Dodgers again this season has been settled, he's going to turn his full-time attention to hitting.
Guardians Announce Starting Pitchers for Massive Series vs White Sox
The Cleveland Guardians have announced the starting pitching plan against the Chicago White Sox.
Yankees close to adding top pitching prospect
The Yankees would get a major boost to the big league club.
Jays Lose To Rangers
Blue Jays 1 Rangers 7 There is an ancient Chinese proverb about how it is hard to win a game if you only score one run. The unfortunate thing is that they beat the horse (by horse, I mean pitching staff) hard in August to get us back in the race. There is only so […]
The Quiet Deadline Addition for the Rockies
The Colorado Rockies made several moves at the trade deadline as their rebuild continues. The pitching prospects the Rockies received in return rightfully got most of the headlines, as several of them landed in the Rockies' top 30. But a quiet addition to the Victor Vodnik trade with the Miami Marlins, infielder Connor Norby, became …
Yankees news: Judge to face live pitching on Monday
Judge set to face live pitching, Grisham may miss the rest of the regular season, Bednar discusses splitter
A's Switch Up Pitching Staff After Yet Another Injury
As expected, Jack Perkins is back with the A's a day after being optioned. Seth Johnson joins him, after a solid stint in Triple-A.
3 Big Questions for the A's This Offseason
With a GM vacancy, a need for pitching, and veterans who may no longer fit the roster as we look ahead, the A's will have plenty of big decisions to make this offseason.
John Fisher Hints at A's New Pitching Direction
At Taylor Smith's introductory press conference, A's owner John Fisher spoke about developing pitchers rather than relying on free agents.
Orioles prospect season review: Michael Forret
The Orioles reacquired one of their top pitching prospects less than a year after trading him to the Rays.
Main Street Iowa businesses win $75k in Open 4 Business pitch contest
Five small businesses located in Main Street Iowa districts – including two in Eastern Iowa – have won a combined $75,000 in state grants after successfully pitching their business expansion ideas Monday night, Oct. 5, in the finals of the 2026 Open 4 Business Competition. The annual contest, housed within the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s […]
Dodgers notes: Shohei Ohtani, Tommy Edman, pitching staff
Shohei Ohtani has been absent from the Dodgers lineup for three consecutive games. So far the team has had no problem picking up the pieces, as the team is currently on a three-game winning streak with a chance to sweep the Washington Nationals on Sunday. Ohtani hasn’t been his usual self over his last 12 […]
GameThread: Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians, 1:40 p.m.
Detroit Tigers (65-77) vs. Cleveland Guardians (72-71) Time/Place: 1:40 p.m., Progressive Field SB Nation Site: Covering the CornerMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: RHP Jackson Jobe (1-2, 4.63 ERA) vs. RHP Gavin Williams (13-7, 3.81 ERA)
Chicago Cubs news
David Peterson and the pitching staff kept the Cubs in the games Friday, but the lack of offense led to Boston’s DH sweep.