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IN THE LAB: SECOND BASE BPO

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✍️ The article discusses the importance of adjusting lesson plans in teaching and applies this concept to the world of baseball, specifically the calculation of bases per out (BPO) and its relevance to player value.

👉 BPO is a useful metric for evaluating player value in baseball 👉 BPO takes into account multiple aspects of a player's performance 👉 The Houston Astros traded Mauricio Dubon for a player with a lower BPO 👉 Ramon Urias was non-tendered by the Astros 👉 The article uses BPO to analyze the performance of several players

-- #JoseAltuve #MauricioDubon #RamonUrias #DanaBrown #JesusSanchez #JakeMeyers #Houston #Astros #sports

PIRATES' PLANS FOR TRADING MITCH KELLER REVEALED BY ESPN INSIDERS

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✍️ Pittsburgh Pirates' plans to trade pitcher Mitch Keller have been revealed by ESPN insiders, with a 60% chance of a trade happening this offseason.

👉 Pirates may trade Mitch Keller for an every-day player with a hefty salary 👉 Pirates have other promising pitchers behind Skenes and Keller 👉 Pittsburgh's area of relative strength is pitching 👉 Trading Keller would be a logical move to upgrade the MLB roster

-- #JeffPassan #KileyMcDaniel #CrisCollinsworth #AdamSchefter #RajonRondo #GiannisAntetokounmpo #TomBrady #Pittsburgh #Rangers #Astros #Athletics #Angels #Mets #sports

THREE NON-TENDERED PLAYERS THE WASHINGTON NATIONALS SHOULD CONSIDER SIGNING

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✍️ The article discusses three free agent players, Jonah Heim, Jacob Webb, and Ramon Urias, who could be good fits for the Washington Nationals.

👉 Jonah Heim, former All-Star catcher, could bounce back with the Nationals' catching coordinator 👉 Jacob Webb, reliable reliever, was non-tendered by the Rangers but could be a valuable addition to the Nationals' bullpen 👉 Ramon Urias, solid all-around player, could provide depth and versatility to the Nationals' infield

-- #JonahHeim #JacobWebb #RamonUrias #BobbyWilson #PaulToboni #BlakeButera #Texas #Washington #Baltimore #Astros #sports

MAURICIO DUBON, JOEY WENTZ, ELI WHITE AGREE TERMS WITH BRAVES

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✍️ The Atlanta Braves have agreed to terms with INF Mauricio Dubón, LHP Joey Wentz, and OF Eli White on one-year contracts for the 2026 season.

👉 Braves sign INF Mauricio Dubón, LHP Joey Wentz, and OF Eli White to one-year contracts 👉 Dubón was acquired in a trade with the Astros 👉 Wentz and White were already part of the team 👉 Braves still have until midnight to offer contracts to other players

-- #MauricioDubón #JoeyWentz #EliWhite #NickAllen #DylanLee #AlekManoah #JoseSuarez #JoelPayamps #Atlanta #Astros #sports

PADRES EXPECTED TO AGGRESSIVELY PURSUE TOP FREE AGENT STARTING PITCHERS

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✍️ The San Diego Padres are expected to aggressively pursue top free agent starting pitchers to address their starting pitcher problem after the offseason.

👉 Padres expected to aggressively pursue top free agent starting pitchers 👉 Yu Darvish's surgery leaves a hole in the starting rotation 👉 Several teams are looking to upgrade their starting rotations 👉 Framber Valdez, Tatsuya Imai, and Cody Ponce are potential targets for the Padres

-- #YuDarvish #DylanCease #MichaelKing #MasonMiller #JimBowden #JeffGreenberg #TarikSkubal #FramberValdez #TatsuyaImai #CodyPonce #SanDiego #Braves #Mets #Giants #Orioles #RedSox #Tigers #Astros #Yankees #Angels #sports

CUBS WALKOFF HEROES: ORLANDO MERCED, SEPT. 12, 1998

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✍️ Orlando Merced's walk-off home run in 1998 helped the Chicago Cubs make the playoffs, despite playing only 12 games for the team.

👉 Orlando Merced played for the Cubs in 1998 👉 He pinch-hit in 12 games and hit 3-for-10 👉 He hit a walk-off home run against the Brewers 👉 The Cubs went on to win the game and make the playoffs 👉 Merced was released by the Cubs after the season

-- #OrlandoMerced #MickeyMorandini #MannyAlexander #JoséHernandez #GaryGaetti #SammySosa #GlenallenHill #TylerHouston #Chicago #Boston #Twins #Cubs #Brewers #Expos #Astros #Japan #sports

CLEVELAND GUARDIANS PITCHERS INDICTED IN CONNECTION TO SPORTS GAMBLING INVESTIGATION

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✍️ Two Major League Baseball pitchers, Luis Leandro Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase, are accused of conspiring with sports bettors to rig pitches to influence the outcome of games and profit from illegal wagers.

👉 Two MLB pitchers accused of conspiring with sports bettors to rig pitches 👉 Pitchers allegedly provided information about specific pitches to bettors 👉 Bettors used this information to place prop bets worth hundreds of thousands of dollars 👉 Pitchers received bribes and kickbacks in exchange 👉 Scheme allegedly caused bettors to win at least $400,000 in fraudulent wagers

-- #LuisLeandroOrtiz #EmmanuelClase #Boston #LoganAirport #Sacramento #California #NewYork #Mets #Cleveland #Ohio #Houston #Astros #ProgressiveField #sports

HAYDEN SENGER WENT FROM WHOLE FOODS TO A WHOLE LOT OF PLAYING TIME IN 2025

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✍️ The article tells the story of Hayden Senger, a minor league baseball player who made his MLB debut with the New York Mets in 2025 after spending two offseasons working at Whole Foods.

👉 Hayden Senger was drafted by the Mets in the 24th round of the 2018 MLB Draft 👉 He spent two offseasons working at Whole Foods to support his family 👉 Senger made his MLB debut with the Mets in 2025 after Francisco Alvarez suffered a fractured hamate bone 👉 He mostly served as a late-game defensive replacement and spent time between Triple-A and Citi Field 👉 Senger concluded the 2025 season with a .181/.221/.194 batting average and 1 double, 4 RBIs, and 8 runs scored

-- #HaydenSenger #AnthonyDiComo #FranciscoAlvarez #LuisTorrens #NewYorkMets #WholeFoods #CitiField #Astros #Marlins #BlueJays #sports

BOBBY WITT JR. WINS SILVER SLUGGER AWARD, MAIKEL GARCIA SNUBBED

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✍️ Bobby Witt Jr. won his second consecutive Silver Slugger Award at the shortstop position, leading the American League in hits and doubles.

👉 Bobby Witt Jr. won his second consecutive Silver Slugger Award at shortstop 👉 He led the American League in hits (184) and doubles (47) 👉 He was among the top players in several categories, including batting average, slugging percentage, and OPS 👉 Other Royals players were also finalists for the award, including Maikel Garcia, Salvador Perez, and Vinnie Pasquantino

-- #BobbyWittJr. #BoBichette #JeremyPena #MaikelGarcia #SalvadorPerez #VinniePasquantino #GeorgeSpringer #JazzChisholmJr. #JoséRamírez #AaronJudge #ByronBuxton #RileyGreene #NickKurtz #CalRaleigh #HalMcRae #WillieWilson #FrankWhite #GaryGaetti #DeanPalmer #BillyButler #KendrysMorales #EricHosmer #AmericanLeague #BlueJays #Astros #Royals #Yankees #Guardians #Twins #Tigers #Athletics #Seattle #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL 2026: YOSHINOBU YAMAMOTO, LOGAN GILBERT, AND CHRIS SALE HEADLINE NO. 4 SP CONTENDERS

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✍️ The article discusses the top contenders for the No. 4 starting pitcher spot in Fantasy Baseball, including Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Logan Gilbert, Chris Sale, and others.

👉 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's strong postseason performance and consistent ERA and WHIP make him a top contender for the No. 4 spot. 👉 Logan Gilbert's strikeout rate and potential for growth make him an attractive option, but his injury history is a concern. 👉 Chris Sale's elite skills and consistency make him a strong candidate, but his injury concerns and declining velocity are factors to consider. 👉 Hunter Brown's strong per-inning performance and potential for growth make him an attractive option, but his strikeout rate and velocity concerns are factors to consider.

-- #PaulSkenes #TarikSkubal #GarrettCrochet #YoshinobuYamamoto #LoganGilbert #ChrisSale #CristopherSanchez #JacobdeGrom #HunterBrown #BryanWoo #HunterGreene #MaxFried #ColeRagans #ZackWheeler #GeorgeKirby #SpencerSchwellenbach #JoeRyan #BlakeSnell #LoganWebb #SpencerStrider #Dodgers #Mariners #Braves #Phillies #Rangers #Astros #Reds #Yankees #Royals #Giants #Twins #sports

GAME #157: A’S VS. ASTROS

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✍️ The article is a game thread for the Athletics vs. Astros game, discussing the matchup between Jeffrey Springs and Cristian Javier.

👉 The article is a game thread for the Athletics vs. Astros game 👉 The matchup is between Jeffrey Springs and Cristian Javier 👉 Nick Kurtz is expected to have between 0 and 18 total bases 👉 The lineups for the game are included

-- #JeffreySprings #CristianJavier #NickKurtz #Athletics #Astros #sports

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CLINCH SCENARIOS AND SCOREBOARD WATCHING

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✍️ The Mariners can clinch a playoff spot, AL West, or bye with certain outcomes in upcoming MLB series.

👉 The Mariners can clinch a postseason spot as early as tomorrow if they win and the Yankees win. 👉 The Mariners can clinch the AL West as early as Wednesday if they win two and the Astros lose one, or win one and the Astros lose two. 👉 The Mariners can clinch the number 2 seed and a first-round bye as early as Thursday if they sweep the Rockies and the Tigers lose at least one. 👉 Rooting for the Yankees would ensure the Mariners make the playoffs, but ultimately hurts their chances of getting a bye. 👉 Rooting for the Astros to win on the day the Mariners' magic number is 1 would allow the team to clinch the AL West with a win of their own, making the celebration more enjoyable for fans and the team.

-- #Seattle #Rockies #Astros #Tigers #Dodgers #Marlins #Padres #Diamondbacks #sports

METS MORNING NEWS: ANOTHER WIN CLOSER TO OCTOBER

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✍️ The New York Mets won their final home series of the season against the Washington Nationals, securing a 12-6 victory.

👉 Mets win 12-6 against Nationals 👉 Juan Soto hits a three-run homer 👉 Bullpen holds Nationals at bay 👉 Mets continue hot streak after months of struggles

-- #BrandonSproat #JoseSiri #JuanSoto #C.J.Abrams #HuascarBrazobán #KodaiSenga #TylorMegill #ReedGarrett #NickCastellanos #AlecBohm #CharlieMorton #ShotaImanaga #ClaytonKershaw #BryanWoo #JazzChisholmJr. #PaulSkenes #MattSilverman #BrianAuld #MichaelKopech #JackWilson #JacobWilson #VasilisDrimalitis #JoeSokolowski #BrianSalvatore #ChrisMcShane #NolanMcLean #NewYork #Washington #NationalLeagueEast #Philadelphia #Braves #Tigers #Marlins #Rangers #Reds #Cubs #Diamondbacks #Giants #DodgersStadium #Seattle #Astros #Yankees #Pirates #Rays #Amazin'Avenue #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: TREY YESAVAGE, BRYCE ELDRIDGE, AND JOSH SMITH

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✍️ The article discusses three fantasy baseball players who can help teams win their championships: Trey Yesavage, Bryce Eldridge, and Josh Smith.

👉 Trey Yesavage, SP Blue Jays: 15% Rostered on Yahoo, impressive debut with 9 Ks in 5+ innings 👉 Bryce Eldridge, 1B Giants: 7% Rostered on Yahoo, 20-year-old with power potential and consistent contact rate 👉 Josh Smith, 1B/3B/SS/OF Rangers: 21% Rostered on Yahoo, base stealer with potential for multiple steals in a week

-- #D.J.Short #TreyYesavage #JustinVerlander #RobFriedman #JonahTong #BryceEldridge #SamuelBasallo #DomSmith #JusticedelosSantos #NickKurtz #Toronto #Low-ADunedin #Rays #Royals #Marlins #Astros #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL STANDOUTS: TREY YESAVAGE'S STELLAR DEBUT HEADLINES WAVE OF LATE-SEASON RISERS

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✍️ The article discusses the performances of several baseball players, including Trey Yesavage, Sal Stewart, Zach Cole, Spencer Strider, Kyle Bradish, Emmet Sheehan, Joe Boyle, and Simeon Woods Richardson, in their respective games.

👉 Trey Yesavage dominated in his MLB debut, allowing only one run in five innings with nine strikeouts 👉 Sal Stewart is having a breakout season, hitting .919 OPS since joining the Reds 👉 Spencer Strider is trying to regain his pre-injury form, but has shown improvement in his recent starts 👉 Kyle Bradish is still shaky after Tommy John surgery, but has managed to remain effective 👉 Emmet Sheehan has been impressive in his recent starts, generating 13 swinging strikes and allowing just three runs in 24.1 innings 👉 Joe Boyle has shown flashes of brilliance, but needs to throw strikes consistently to be effective 👉 Simeon Woods Richardson introduced a new splitter into his arsenal and had a career-best start

-- #TreyYesavage #SalStewart #ZachCole #SpencerStrider #KyleBradish #EmmetSheehan #JoeBoyle #SimeonWoodsRichardson #Tampa #Rays #BlueJays #Reds #Astros #Braves #Nationals #Orioles #Dodgers #Twins #Rays #sports

MLB PICKS, BEST BETS: METS' STRUGGLES CONTINUE AGAINST OLD FRIEND, WHY IT'S TIME TO FADE THE ASTROS AND MORE

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✍️ The article discusses various MLB games and plays, including Jacob deGrom's return to Citi Field, the Blue Jays' chances against the Orioles, and a home run play on Kyle Schwarber.

👉 Jacob deGrom's return to Citi Field against the Mets 👉 Blue Jays to score over 3.5 runs against the Orioles 👉 Home run play on Kyle Schwarber against the Royals 👉 Fade the Astros, who have struggled since July 3

-- #JacobdeGrom #TrevorRogers #KyleSchwarber #MichaelLorenzen #CitiField #Mets #BlueJays #Orioles #Royals #Astros #sports

GAME #146 GAMETHREAD: ASTROS @ JAYS

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✍️ The author reflects on the somberness of September 11th and the excitement of a baseball game, specifically the matchup between the Astros and the Jays.

👉 The author reflects on the somberness of September 11th 👉 The author is excited for the baseball game between the Astros and the Jays 👉 Altuve is back in the lineup for the Astros 👉 Schneider is in the lineup for the Jays

-- #Altuve #Schneider #Astros #Jays #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL: JUAN SOTO'S UNPRECEDENTED POWER-SPEED COMBO CHANGES HIS 2026 OUTLOOK

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✍️ The article discusses the unlikely case of Juan Soto becoming the first player with 30 homers and 30 steals in the majors this season, and how it affects his Fantasy Baseball value.

👉 Juan Soto is the first player with 30 homers and 30 steals in the majors this season 👉 Soto's achievement is extremely rare, with only three players having achieved it in the Statcast era 👉 Soto's speed has increased significantly this season, with 31 steals and counting 👉 Soto's power/speed combo makes him a top-five player in Fantasy Baseball 👉 Soto's value in Fantasy Baseball is likely to increase as a result of his new abilities

-- #JuanSoto #MookieBetts #FranciscoLindor #EllyDeLaCruz #TreaTurner #AaronJudge #ShoheiOhtani #BobbyWitt #RonaldAcuna #Orioles #Rangers #Tigers #Pirates #Mariners #Padres #Reds #Twins #Astros #FantasyBaseball

2025 FANTASY BASEBALL: 16 NO-NAME SLEEPER PROSPECTS TO PICK UP IN DYNASTY LEAGUES

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✍️ The article discusses 16 minor league prospects who have shown top-line production in the minors and are likely to produce in the majors. The prospects are analyzed based on their data-driven scouting reports and top-line production.

👉 Top-line production is a key indicator of a player's ability to produce in the majors 👉 Data-driven scouting reports can miss the mark sometimes 👉 The 16 minor league prospects profiled in the article have shown top-line production in the minors 👉 The prospects include players such as Ty Johnson, Kemp Alderman, and Jonathon Long

-- #JakobMarsee #IanSeymour #CalebBonemer #CarlosLagrange #JacobReimer #JRRitchie #HectorRodriguez #JaxonWiggins #TyJohnson #KempAlderman #ElmerRodriguez-Cruz #JohnnyKing #JonathonLong #JoshuaBaez #ZachCole #EsmerlynValdez #TJNichols #DavidDavalillo #Kala'iRosario #RocRiggio #RafaelFlores #CarsonRoccaforte #NateFurman #BrycenMautz #WhiteSox #Yankees #Mets #Braves #Reds #Cubs #Rays #BlueJays #Cardinals #Astros #Pirates #Rangers #Twins #Rockies #Giants #baseball

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: JUAN SOTO'S UNPRECEDENTED POWER-SPEED COMBO CHANGES HIS 2026 OUTLOOK

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✍️ The article discusses Juan Soto's unexpected 30-30 season, where he has 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases, and how it affects his Fantasy Baseball value.

👉 Juan Soto's 30-30 season is extremely rare and unprecedented 👉 Soto's speed is unusual for a player with his power 👉 Soto's Fantasy Baseball value has increased significantly 👉 Other players mentioned include Dylan Beavers, Tyler Wells, Jake Burger, Parker Meadows, Paul Skenes, Logan Gilbert, Geraldo Perdomo, Nick Pivetta, Andrew Abbott, Byron Buxton, Taj Bradley, and Jason Alexander

-- #JuanSoto #MookieBetts #FranciscoLindor #TreaTurner #EllyDeLaCruz #AaronJudge #ShoheiOhtani #BobbyWitt #RonaldAcuna #DylanBeavers #TylerWells #JakeBurger #ParkerMeadows #PaulSkenes #LoganGilbert #GeraldoPerdomo #NickPivetta #AndrewAbbott #ByronBuxton #TajBradley #JasonAlexander #Orioles #Rangers #Tigers #Pirates #Mariners #Padres #Diamondbacks #Reds #Twins #Astros #FantasyBaseball

JAZZ CHISHOLM JR. INJURED, LEAVES ASTROS GAME WITH KNEE CONTUSIONS

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✍️ Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. departed the game with an apparent leg injury after a collision at second base.

👉 Jazz Chisholm Jr. departed the game with an apparent leg injury 👉 Contusions on both knees, suffered during a play at second base 👉 Chisholm got a contusion on his left knee from a collision with Jose Altuve's helmet 👉 Also suffered a right knee contusion on a different play

-- #JazzChisholmJr. #JoseAltuve #AustinWells #JoséCaballero #Astros #Yankees #sports

YANKEES AUGUST APPROVAL POLL: BRIAN CASHMAN

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✍️ The Yankees are in a fierce divisional battle with the Blue Jays and Red Sox, and GM Brian Cashman's approval rating has fluctuated throughout the season.

👉 Yankees are in a tight divisional battle with the Blue Jays and Red Sox 👉 GM Brian Cashman's approval rating has fluctuated throughout the season 👉 Giancarlo Stanton has had a strong stretch, hitting .295/.374/.624 with 17 home runs and 46 RBIs 👉 Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham have been revelations in the outfield 👉 Max Fried and Carlos Rodón have rebounded from rough stretches to resemble their dominant form 👉 Ryan McMahon and José Caballero have been acquired to bolster the team's roster

-- #BrianCashman #GiancarloStanton #CodyBellinger #TrentGrisham #MaxFried #CarlosRodón #RyanMcMahon #JoséCaballero #AnthonyVolpe #AaronBoone #Toronto #Boston #Seattle #Miami #Rangers #Astros #Twins #Cardinals #Rays #Nationals #WhiteSox #RedSox #sports

TODAY'S EARLY BEST BETS TO TARGET: TOP MLB, NFL, COLLEGE FOOTBALL PICKS, PREDICTIONS INCLUDE MARINERS, ROCKIES

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✍️ The article discusses the upcoming sports schedule, including college football and MLB games, and provides betting picks and recommendations.

👉 College football and MLB games on the schedule 👉 Betting picks and recommendations for several games 👉 Mariners vs. Padres, Astros vs. Rockies, and Yankees vs. Nationals games highlighted 👉 College football Week 1 best bets and NFL Week 1 best bets discussed 👉 Bengals vs. Browns game featured as a top pick

-- #Philadelphia #Dallas #Seattle #Padres #Astros #Rockies #Yankees #Nationals #Cincinnati #Browns #Cleveland #sports

ORIOLES AVOID SWEEP, BEAT ASTROS 3-2 BEHIND TREVOR ROGERS, GUNNAR HENDERSON

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✍️ The Baltimore Orioles salvaged a win after dropping their first three games of the series, thanks to Trevor Rogers' strong pitching and Gunnar Henderson's two runs.

👉 Trevor Rogers pitched seven innings, allowing one run 👉 Rogers set a new season high in strikeouts 👉 Gunnar Henderson scored two of the Orioles' runs

-- #TrevorRogers #GunnarHenderson #Baltimore #Astros #sports

MLB NEWS: MLB EXPANSION, CRAIG KIMBREL, ESPN BROADCAST

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✍️ The Detroit Tigers had a successful series against the Astros, sweeping the AL West leader and demonstrating their return to winning form.

👉 Tigers swept the Astros in a 'must-win' series 👉 Tigers played a mix of blowout wins and close pitchers' duels 👉 Two shutouts were part of the series 👉 Tigers are facing off against the Royals in another important series 👉 Royals are currently behind the Tigers in the AL Central

-- #Detroit #Astros #Royals #sports

TWO-START PITCHERS: JOE RYAN HEADLINES THE DYNAMITE OPTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 18

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✍️ This article discusses the best two-start pitcher options for fantasy baseball leagues in the 2025 MLB season.

👉 Joe Ryan, Twins, RHP (vs. Athletics, @ White Sox) 👉 Trevor Rogers, Orioles, LHP (@ Red Sox, vs. Astros) 👉 Logan Gilbert, Mariners, RHP (@ Phillies, vs. Athletics) 👉 Hunter Brown, Astros, RHP (@ Tigers, @ Orioles) 👉 Jacob Lopez, Athletics, LHP (@ Twins, @ Mariners)

-- #Twins #Athletics #WhiteSox #Orioles #RedSox #Astros #Mariners #Phillies #Tigers #Cubs #Rangers #BlueJays #Dodgers #Giants #Rockies #Pirates #Nationals #Phillies #Padres #Braves #Mets #RedSox #Yankees #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: ZEBBY MATTHEWS' STRIKEOUT-WALK RATIO MAKES HIM A VIABLE LATE-SEASON OPTION

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✍️ The article discusses the potential of a young pitcher, Zebby Matthews, who has a high strikeout rate and low walk rate, but struggles with giving up home runs. It also touches on other MLB players and teams, including the Astros and White Sox.

👉 Zebby Matthews has a high strikeout rate and low walk rate, but struggles with giving up home runs 👉 Matthews' FIP is a good predictor of his future performance 👉 Matthews needs to improve his ability to limit home runs 👉 The Astros' Bryan Abreu is a potential closer due to Josh Hader's injury 👉 The Astros' Cristian Javier looked good in his return from Tommy John surgery 👉 The White Sox's Colson Montgomery is a top-12 hitter in isolated slugging percentage since his promotion

-- #ZebbyMatthews #BryanAbreu #CristianJavier #ColsonMontgomery #JoshHader #TarikSkubal #NickPivetta #PaulSkenes #JoeRyan #NathanEovaldi #MattOlson #BryceHarper #BrandonPfaadt #SylvesterCoddmeyer #Astros #WhiteSox #Yankees #sports

YANKEES EXPECT GIANCARLO STANTON TO PLAY OUTFIELD THIS WEEKEND AGAINST ASTROS

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✍️ Yankees manager Aaron Boone expects Giancarlo Stanton to return to the outfield on Saturday, despite concerns about his mobility and injury risk.

👉 Stanton has been seeing less playing time since Judge's return as a designated hitter 👉 Boone expects Stanton to return to the outfield on Saturday 👉 Stanton has been working on his outfield skills 👉 The Yankees are aware of the risks associated with Stanton playing the field

-- #AaronJudge #GiancarloStanton #AaronBoone #FramberValdez #Astros #Rangers #sports

ASTROS AGREE TO BLOCKBUSTER TRADE WITH TWINS FOR CARLOS CORREA

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✍️ The Houston Astros have signed Carlos Correa to a massive deal, reuniting with the team he began his career with in 2015.

👉 The Astros have signed Carlos Correa to a massive deal 👉 Correa returns to the team he began his career with in 2015 👉 He spent his first seven years with the Astros, amassing 34 WAR, 781 hits, and 133 home runs 👉 Correa has agreed to play third base, waiving his no-trade clause to rejoin his old team

-- #BrianMcTaggart #CarlosCorrea #IsaacParedes #JeremyPena #RyanHelsley #ChrisPaddack #StevenKwan #DylanCease #JeffPassan #Houston #Minnesota #Astros #Twins #sports

TRANSLATING PRINCESSES TO MUSKETEERS AND ODALISQUES TO VILLAINS: HOW THE CORRIENTES STREET CHANGES IN WINTER VACATIONS

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✍️ The article describes the vibrant atmosphere of the Avenida Corrientes in Buenos Aires during the winter vacation season, where various theaters and entertainment venues offer a wide range of shows and activities for children and adults.

👉 Avenida Corrientes is a popular destination for families and children during the winter vacation season 👉 Various theaters and entertainment venues offer a wide range of shows and activities 👉 From puppets and musicals to interactive games and workshops, there is something for everyone 👉 The area is filled with energy and excitement, with families and children gathering to enjoy the shows and activities 👉 Some theaters and producers face economic challenges, but demand for shows remains strong

-- #LupiPampín #DanielCasablanca #MaríaElenaWalsh #NicoSorrivas #KuyenHuapi #HugoMidón #CarlosGianni #JoaquínCatarineu #CatalinaLaplacete #AvenidaCorrientes #TeatroBroadway #TeatroAstral #PaseoLaPlaza #TeatroSanMartín #Casacuberta #GranRex #Astros #ElNacional #entertainment

FREE MLB HOME RUN PICKS, ODDS, LINES FOR JULY 26: NICK KURTZ AMONG BEST BETS FOR SATURDAY HR PLAYER PROPS

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✍️ Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz makes history by hitting four home runs in a game, and SportsLine's model provides MLB home run prop picks for Saturday.

👉 Nick Kurtz becomes the 20th player in league history to hit four home runs in a game 👉 SportsLine's model targets Kurtz as a top pick for Saturday's MLB home run props 👉 Ronald Acuna and Ceddanne Rafaela are also suggested as potential home run hitters 👉 The model provides detailed analysis and odds for each player 👉 The article highlights the best sportsbooks to place bets

-- #NickKurtz #RonaldAcuna #CeddanneRafaela #HunterBrown #JacobFetner #KumarRocker #ClaytonKershaw #BruceMarshall #Astros #Braves #RedSox #Dodgers #Yankees #Phillies #Royals #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: KEY PLAYERS WHO COULD SEE BETTER ROLES AFTER THE MLB TRADE DEADLINE

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✍️ The article provides a list of potential contributors to fantasy baseball teams, including pitchers and position players, who may be available on the waiver wire due to trades or other roster moves.

👉 Slade Cecconi, SP, Guardians: 3.33 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, 43:15 K:BB ratio in 54 innings 👉 Brandon Walter, SP, Astros: 3.35 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, 52:4 K:BB ratio in 53.2 innings 👉 Griffin Jax, RP, Twins: 68:12 K:BB ratio, potential to become a top-15 reliever 👉 Landen Roupp, SP, Giants: 1.15 ERA in past six starts, heavy groundball lean 👉 Luke Keaschall, 1B/2B/OF, Twins: potential to become a valuable contributor after the trade deadline 👉 Chandler Simpson, OF, Rays: likely to lead the majors in second-half steals

-- #Guardians #Astros #Giants #Twins #Rays #Rockies #Mets #Nationals #Pirates #Phillies #Dodgers #Braves #Milwaukee #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL STEALS REPORT: SHOHEI OHTANI NOT RUNNING MUCH, CHANDLER SIMPSON SOLIDIFIES SPOT

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✍️ The article discusses stolen base trends in MLB, highlighting players and teams that are excelling in this area.

👉 Chandler Simpson is leading the league in stolen bases 👉 Luis Robert Jr. has been on a hot streak at the plate 👉 Juan Soto has the same amount of stolen bases as Corbin Carroll 👉 José Caballero is expected to play nearly every day and steal bases 👉 Some players, such as Jonathan India and Luis Rengifo, are struggling with efficiency on the base paths 👉 The Astros' duo of Yainer Diaz and Victor Caratini have allowed the most stolen bases in the league 👉 The White Sox have been frequently run on of late 👉 Chandler Simpson has been blazing hot since his recall from the minor leagues

-- #EricSamulski #ChandlerSimpson #LuisRobertJr. #JuanSoto #JoséCaballero #JonathanIndia #LuisRengifo #YainerDiaz #VictorCaratini #KyleTeel #EdgarQuero #MLB #Astros #WhiteSox #Rays #Guardians #sports

AWARDS WATCH: BEST BETS FOR AMERICAN LEAGUE MVP AS CAL RALEIGH CONTINUES PROVING HIS VALUE VS. AARON JUDGE

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✍️ The article discusses the Seattle Mariners' catcher Cal Raleigh's chances of winning the American League MVP award, despite being behind Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge in the triple-slash line.

👉 Cal Raleigh's impressive home run total and the Mariners' reliance on his offense make him a viable candidate for MVP 👉 Raleigh plays in a pitcher-friendly ballpark, which could affect his statistics 👉 Aaron Judge has a strong case for MVP, but Raleigh's candidacy should not be discounted 👉 Voter fatigue could play a role in the voting process 👉 The Mariners' playoff position and Raleigh's importance to the team's offense are factors to consider

-- #CalRaleigh #AaronJudge #RandyArozarena #TarikSkubal #ShoheiOhtani #Seattle #NewYork #Astros #YankeeStadium #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: DREW RASMUSSEN'S ROLE SHRINKS AND IS NO LONGER MUST-ROSTER IN 12-TEAM LEAGUES

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✍️ The article discusses the Fantasy value of Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen, who has been limited in his workload due to the team's cautious approach to his elbow health. Despite being a good pitcher, Rasmussen's Fantasy value is impacted by his inability to consistently pitch deep into games.

👉 Rasmussen has been limited in his workload due to the team's cautious approach to his elbow health. 👉 He has been unable to consistently pitch deep into games, which limits his Fantasy value. 👉 Rasmussen's lack of strikeouts and low volume of ERA and WHIP make him a less desirable Fantasy option. 👉 The team's cautious approach to his elbow health may impact his Fantasy value moving forward.

-- #DrewRasmussen #JoeBoyle #EricChavez #FranciscoAlvarez #DrakeBaldwin #SeanMurphy #EdwardCabrera #RamonLaureano #AngelMartinez #IsaacParedes #BriceMatthews #JeremyPena #TampaBay #WhiteSox #Mets #Triple-A #Padres #Braves #Orioles #Guardians #Astros #IL #sports

SECOND-HALF SLEEPERS: DENZEL CLARKE AMONG SEVEN BREAKOUT VALUE PICKS TO TARGET AFTER THE BREAK

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✍️ The article discusses seven players who could be valuable in the second half of the 2025 season, including outfielder Denzel Clarke, catcher Kyle Teel, and pitchers Zebby Matthews and David Festa.

👉 Denzel Clarke, OF, Athletics: elite defender with potential to improve plate performance 👉 Kyle Teel, C, White Sox: patient and athletic catcher with upside 👉 Christian Moore, 2B, Angels: power-hitting second baseman with potential 👉 Brice Matthews, SS, Astros: interesting skills in the minors, potential to hit 👉 Zebby Matthews, SP, Twins: potential to be effective starter when healthy 👉 David Festa, SP, Twins: poor four-seam fastball, but potential to turn things around 👉 Reid Detmers, RP, Angels: potential to take over as closer 👉 Ronny Henriquez, RP, Marlins: chance to be closer, has swing-and-miss pitches

-- #Athletics #WhiteSox #Angels #Astros #Twins #Marlins #sports

TODAY'S BEST MLB PITCHER STRIKEOUT PROPS: BACK ROYALS STARTER AGAINST CARDINALS

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✍️ The New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians play the second game of their three-game series on Wednesday, with Clarke Schmidt and Luis L. Ortiz taking the mound. SportsLine's Projection Model recommends several pitcher strikeout player props.

👉 Yankees and Guardians play the second game of their three-game series on Wednesday 👉 Clarke Schmidt and Luis L. Ortiz take the mound for the Yankees and Guardians 👉 SportsLine's Projection Model recommends several pitcher strikeout player props 👉 Mike Burrows, Kumar Rocker, and Noah Cameron are recommended as 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star plays

-- #ClarkeSchmidt #LuisL.Ortiz #JazzChisholm #AnthonyVolpe #MikeBurrows #KumarRocker #NoahCameron #NewYork #Bronx #YankeeStadium #Cleveland #Astros #Rays #Cardinals #Pirates #Rangers #Royals #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: ALCANTARA SHOWS PROMISE BUT LEAVES ROOM FOR SKEPTICISM, AND MORE

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✍️ The article discusses Sandy Alcantara's recent performance and whether it's enough to change the opinion about his outlook for the season. It also touches on other MLB players and their performances.

👉 Sandy Alcantara had a quality start against the Rockies, limiting them to two runs 👉 Alcantara's recent performance is a sign of improvement, but he still has a long way to go to regain his previous form 👉 Ronny Mauricio was promoted to the Mets and is worth considering as a waiver-wire target 👉 Addison Barger is on a hot streak, with four straight games with a home run 👉 Max Muncy is locked in and is worth considering as a waiver-wire target 👉 Lance McCullers is on a two-start quality streak, but may not be able to sustain it 👉 Sawyer Gipson-Long is getting an opportunity to pitch in the Tigers rotation and is worth considering as a waiver-wire target

-- #SandyAlcantara #RonnyMauricio #AddisonBarger #MaxMuncy #LanceMcCullers #SawyerGipson-Long #Rockies #Mets #BlueJays #Dodgers #Astros #Tigers #ComericaPark #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WEEK 11 WAIVER-WIRE TARGETS: IT'S JAC CAGLIANONE TIME, AS THE TOP PROSPECT GETS THE CALL

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✍️ The article discusses the top waiver-wire targets for Fantasy Baseball, including pitchers and position players, and provides a summary of their performance and potential.

👉 Jac Caglianone, a 22-year-old prospect, is expected to make his MLB debut and is a must-add in Fantasy Baseball leagues. 👉 Bubba Chandler, Eury Perez, Mick Abel, and Logan Henderson are top pitching prospects worth stashing. 👉 Tyler Stephenson, Henry Davis, and Josh Bell are top catching and first base prospects worth adding. 👉 Brett Baty, Thairo Estrada, and Marcelo Mayer are top second base and third base prospects worth considering. 👉 Cole Young, Chase Meidroth, and Miguel Vargas are top shortstop and outfield prospects worth adding.

-- #JacCaglianone #BubbaChandler #EuryPerez #MickAbel #LoganHenderson #TylerStephenson #HenryDavis #JoshBell #BrettBaty #ThairoEstrada #MarceloMayer #ColeYoung #ChaseMeidroth #MiguelVargas #Pirates #Marlins #Phillies #Brewers #Nationals #Mets #RedSox #Astros #WhiteSox #Tigers #Giants #Guardians #Cubs #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL WAIVER WIRE: 10 PLAYERS TO ADD FOR MLB WEEK 5

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✍️ The article discusses the top waiver wire targets in fantasy baseball, including players who have recently made their MLB debut or are showing promising performances.

👉 Nick Kurtz, Athletics: 78% rostered, potential to become the next Matt Olson 👉 Cade Smith, Guardians: 69% rostered, potential to fill in as closer 👉 Landen Roupp, Giants: 66% rostered, potential to solidify spot in rotation 👉 Pavin Smith, Diamondbacks: 64% rostered, high on-base percentage and extra-base hits 👉 Noelvi Marte, Reds: 59% rostered, potential to become everyday player 👉 Logan Allen, Guardians: 38% rostered, potential to regain rookie form 👉 Eric Wagaman, Marlins: 29% rostered, solid skills and potential breakout 👉 Ryan Gusto, Astros: 25% rostered, potential to become reliable starter 👉 Will Vest, Tigers: 15% rostered, potential to become closer 👉 Oscar Gonzalez, Padres: 4% rostered, short-term play 👉 Roman Anthony, Red Sox: minor league prospect with high ceiling 👉 Zebby Matthews, Twins: minor league prospect with high ceiling 👉 Jordan Lawlar, Diamondbacks: minor league prospect with high ceiling

-- #NickKurtz #CadeSmith #LandenRoupp #PavinSmith #NoelviMarte #LoganAllen #EricWagaman #RyanGusto #WillVest #OscarGonzalez #RomanAnthony #ZebbyMatthews #JordanLawlar #Athletics #Guardians #Giants #Diamondbacks #Reds #Marlins #Astros #Tigers #Padres #RedSox #Twins #Reno #sports

CHECKING IN ON 10 MLB ROOKIES AFTER FIRST MONTH OF 2025 SEASON: JASSON DOMÍNGUEZ, ROKI SASAKI AND MORE

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✍️ This article discusses the performance of 10 MLB rookies, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses, and exploring their potential for future success.

👉 Kristian Campbell's impressive start to the season 👉 Dylan Crews' struggles at the plate 👉 Jasson Domínguez's inconsistent performance 👉 Roki Sasaki's dead-zone fastball 👉 Jackson Jobe's inability to miss bats 👉 Chase Dollander's home run issues 👉 Kumar Rocker's struggles with his fastball 👉 Kameron Misner's impressive home run production

-- #MikeAxisa #KristianCampbell #DylanCrews #JassonDomínguez #RokiSasaki #CamSmith #JacksonJobe #JacobWilson #ChaseDollander #KumarRocker #KameronMisner #KevinCash #RedSox #Nationals #Yankees #Dodgers #Astros #Tigers #Athletics #Rockies #Rangers #Rays #sports

WEEK 5 WAIVER-WIRE TARGETS: CHANDLER SIMPSON HEADLINES A PROSPECT PARADE; PLUS IS IT TIME TO TRUST ABBOTT?

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✍️ The article discusses the importance of being skeptical about draft prospects and highlights top prospects who have recently been called up to the major leagues.

👉 Being skeptical about draft prospects is a good approach 👉 Top prospects who have recently been called up to the major leagues include Chandler Simpson, Agustin Ramirez, and Luke Keaschall 👉 Being aggressive with top prospects on the waiver wire can provide a big lift to a team 👉 The article highlights several relief pitchers who are worth considering, including Tommy Kahnle and David Bednar

-- #ChandlerSimpson #AgustinRamirez #LukeKeaschall #TommyKahnle #DavidBednar #Ray's #Marlins #Rays #Twins #Brewers #Mariners #Reds #Guardians #Cardinals #Giants #Astros #Diamondbacks #Pirates #Tigers #sports

METS TAKEAWAYS: COMEBACK WASTED IN EXTRA-INNING LOSS, SERIES DEFEAT TO TWINS

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✍️ The Mets lost a 4-3 game to the Twins in 10 innings, despite a late comeback attempt, and dropped their first series since March.

👉 The Mets came back to tie the game in the 8th inning, but could not take the lead 👉 Juan Soto had a tough day at the plate, going 0-for-5 with three strikeouts 👉 Justin Hagenman made his major league debut and pitched 3.1 innings in relief 👉 The Mets dropped their first series since March 27-29

-- #JuanSoto #JesseWinker #BrandonNimmo #TyFrance #ReedGarrett #JhoanDuran #EdouardJulien #WilliCastro #FranciscoLindor #PeteAlonso #LuisangelAcuña #JustinHagenman #GriffinCanning #HuascarBrazoban #JoseButto #CarlosMendoza #SeanManaea #FrankieMontas #Minneapolis #TargetField #CitiField #Astros #Voorhees #sports

FANTASY BASEBALL: TOP MATCHUPS TO TARGET AND RANKING PITCHING STREAMERS FOR THE WEEKEND

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✍️ This article provides fantasy baseball advice for the weekend, highlighting streamable pitchers and hitters, as well as matchups to target and avoid.

👉 Stream pitchers Casey Mize, Richard Fitts, and others 👉 Target hitters Trevor Story, Christian Encarnacion-Strand, and others 👉 Avoid matchups like Cubs vs. Dodgers and Rangers vs. Mariners 👉 Seek saves with Emilio Pagán and others 👉 Seek steals with Dylan Moore and others

-- #TrevorStory #ChristianEncarnacion-Strand #EmilioPagán #DylanMoore #Boston #WhiteSox #Cincinnati #Pittsburgh #Philadelphia #Cardinals #Astros #Angels #Mets #Athletics #Cubs #Dodgers #Rangers #Mariners #Seattle #sports

PITCHERS TO TARGET AND BIGGEST FADES IN EARLY DRAFTS: MAX FRIED OFFERS GREAT VALUE DESPITE INJURY CONCERNS

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✍️ The article discusses early pitcher ADP values and provides a review of five early values and five biggest fades in fantasy baseball.

👉 Max Fried is a value pick due to his discounted price and potential for a bounceback season 👉 Kirby Yates is a value pick due to his discounted price and potential for a strong season 👉 Sandy Alcantara is a value pick due to his potential for a strong season and discounted price 👉 Spencer Arrighetti is a value pick due to his potential for a strong season and discounted price 👉 Jesus Luzardo is a value pick due to his discounted price and potential for a strong season 👉 Paul Skenes is a fade due to his high price and uncertainty around his workload 👉 Garrett Crochet is a fade due to his high price and uncertainty around his workload 👉 Jacob deGrom is a fade due to his high price and uncertainty around his workload 👉 Felix Bautista is a fade due to his high price and uncertainty around his health 👉 Roki Sasaki is a fade due to his high price and uncertainty around his ability to adapt to MLB pitching

-- #MaxFried #KirbyYates #SandyAlcantara #SpencerArrighetti #JesusLuzardo #PaulSkenes #GarrettCrochet #JacobdeGrom #FelixBautista #RokiSasaki #NationalFantasyChampionship #Yankees #Marlins #Astros #Pirates #WhiteSox #Rangers #Orioles #Japan #fantasybaseball

MLB RUMORS: YANKEES SET MEETING WITH ROKI SASAKI, NOLAN ARENADO BLOCKS DEAL TO ASTROS

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✍️ The article discusses the latest rumors and moves in the MLB offseason, including the Yankees' interest in Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, Nolan Arenado blocking a deal to the Astros, and the Cubs exploring free-agent relievers.

👉 Yankees to meet with Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki 👉 Nolan Arenado blocks deal to Astros using no-trade clause 👉 Cubs explore free-agent relievers, including Kirby Yates and Nick Pivetta

-- #JuanSoto #CodyBellinger #RokiSasaki #BrianCashman #NolanArenado #TeoscarHernández #AnthonySantander #MichaelConforto #MookieBetts #KirbyYates #NickPivetta #NewYork #Japan #Astros #Cardinals #Yankees #Cubs #BlueJays #RedSox #Dodgers #sports

WITH ADDITION OF KYLE TUCKER, CHICAGO CUBS ARE INSTANTLY BETTER — BUT FOR JUST ONE YEAR

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✍️ The former Astros outfielder is now the best bat in the Cubs' lineup.

👉 Former Astros outfielder is now the best bat in the Cubs' lineup

-- #formerAstrosoutfielder #Astros #Cubs #sports

MLB NON-TENDER CANDIDATES: FORMER CY YOUNG CANDIDATE, SEVERAL ALL-STARS AMONG 10 MOST INTERESTING DECISIONS

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✍️ Major League Baseball's offseason is approaching, and teams must decide which arbitration-eligible players to tender a contract to or allow to become free agents. This article highlights 10 players who may be non-tendered, including Chas McCormick, Alek Manoah, and Cal Quantrill.

👉 Chas McCormick, OF, Astros ($3.3 million) 👉 Alek Manoah, RHP, Blue Jays ($2.4 million) 👉 Triston McKenzie, RHP, Guardians ($2.4 million) 👉 Austin Hays, OF, Phillies ($6.4 million) 👉 David Bednar, RHP, Pirates ($6.6 million) 👉 Dylan Carlson, OF, Rays ($2.7 million) 👉 Andrew Vaughn, 1B, White Sox ($6.4 million) 👉 Paul Blackburn, RHP, Mets ($4.4 million) 👉 Akil Baddoo, OF, Tigers ($1.6 million) 👉 Cal Quantrill, RHP, Rockies ($9 million)

-- #Astros #BlueJays #Guardians #Phillies #Pirates #Rays #WhiteSox #Mets #Tigers #Rockies #sports

2025 FANTASY BASEBALL PROSPECTS: TOP 10 AT FIRST BASE HIGHLIGHTS NICK KURTZ AND JAC CAGLIANONE

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✍️ The article discusses the top 10 first base prospects in baseball, highlighting their performance in the 2024 minor league season and their potential for future success.

👉 Nick Kurtz: .368 BA, 4 HR, 1.283 OPS, 12 BB, 10 K 👉 Jac Caglianone: .241 BA, 2 HR, .690 OPS, 7 BB, 26 K 👉 Bryce Eldridge: .292 BA, 23 HR, .890 OPS, 59 BB, 132 K 👉 Xavier Isaac: .264 BA, 18 HR, 15 SB, .850 OPS, 58 BB, 145 K 👉 Deyvison De Los Santos: .294 BA, 40 HR, .914 OPS, 34 BB, 144 K

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MLB roundtable: Predicting landing spots for top free agents, including Corbin Burnes, Pete Alonso, more.

The MLB offseason is in full swing, and CBS Sports' experts are weighing in on where the top free agents will land. From Corbin Burnes to Alex Bregman, Blake Snell, Pete Alonso, and Gleyber Torres, we're breaking down the top 50 free agents and predicting where they'll end up. Will the Orioles make a splash by signing Burnes? Will the Astros bring back Bregman? Will the Giants overpay for Alonso? And will the Yankees re-sign Torres? Our experts weigh in on all the latest rumors and predictions. ● Corbin Burnes: Orioles, Dodgers, or Mets? ● Alex Bregman: Nationals, Tigers, or Astros? ● Blake Snell: Angels, Nationals, or Red Sox? ● Pete Alonso: Giants, Astros, or Yankees? ● Gleyber Torres: Yankees, Blue Jays, or Mariners?

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