For the last several days, trade rumors have graced the eyes of MLB fans from every single fan base, giving some hope that they could somehow land Pirates’ generational star pitcher Paul Skenes. That’s right—the Pirates’ ace has been put on the “chopping block.” But has he really? Jeff Passan, one of MLB’s most prized analysts who works for ESPN, took to The Pat McAfee Show, … [Read more...] about Three Eye-Popping Trade Packages For Paul Skenes
Braves Dominating the NL Rookie of the Year Race Early In 2025
The Atlanta Braves organization knows a thing or two about producing elite rookies. In 2022, Michael Harris II and Spencer Strider took the league by storm, collecting all 30 first-place NL Rookie Of The Year votes between the two of them. Harris ultimately took home the award, but Strider was every bit as impressive on the mound. Now three years later, the Braves have another … [Read more...] about Braves Dominating the NL Rookie of the Year Race Early In 2025
Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for PED Usage
On Saturday, May 18, the Commissioner’s Office of the MLB announced that Phillies pitcher Jose Alvarado was suspended for 80 games because of PED usage. Alvarado has been having a terrific season as the main closer for the Phillies. This could be a major blow to their bullpen and to their championship aspirations. Here’s what we know so far about the situation. Alvarado … [Read more...] about Jose Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for PED Usage
Phillies Need New Closer After Alvarado Suspension
The Philadelphia Phillies will have a new closer after José Alvarado has been suspended 80 games for PED usage. Alvarado is ineligible to play in the postseason if the Phillies make it. José Ruiz is being activated from the injured list, as a bullpen decision was looming anyway. Alvarado has a 4-1 record with a 2.70 ERA and seven saves this season in 20 games, along with a 1.86 … [Read more...] about Phillies Need New Closer After Alvarado Suspension
The Tigers Have a Special One in Jackson Jobe
With the third overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, the Detroit Tigers selected right-handed starter Jackson Jobe, and he has lived up to the hype ever since. Only needing 58 starts during his minor-league career, Jobe had 261 strikeouts in 233 innings pitched, with a career ERA of 2.97 and 1.137 WHIP. Jobe made his MLB debut last season with the Detroit Tigers, only pitching 5 … [Read more...] about The Tigers Have a Special One in Jackson Jobe