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Mets place top prospect on MLB roster despite service time considerations

The New York Mets have insisted they are committed to doing everything they can to win games in 2019, and they took another step toward convincing fans of that in advance of Opening Day. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports that Pete Alonso, the top …

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Phillies taking harsh stance against reporters tweeting at certain times

The Philadelphia Phillies expect the undivided attention of every reporter in the room during media availability for players and coaches this year — even if it means preventing those reporters from fulfilling their job requirements. Earlier …

Ranking the top 10 World Series contenders

Much attention has been given to the number of MLB teams that are currently going through rebuilding processes, but there are still a number of teams trying to win it all this season. The race for the World Series should be thrilling in 2019, with a …

Bryce Harper voted most overrated MLB player in new poll

Bryce Harper continues to engender a strong response among his colleagues. Harper was voted the most overrated MLB player in a new poll released this week. The poll was put together by The Athletic, whose writers asked players to vote on 20 items, …

Report: Padres to buck trend, open with Fernando Tatis Jr in big leagues

The San Diego Padres will be bucking a trend in their handling of a talented young play, according to a report. The Athletic’s Dennis Lin reported on Tuesday that the Padres plan to open the season with Fernando Tatis Jr. on the big league …

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Kyle Hendricks agrees to four-year extension with Cubs

Kyle Hendricks has continued the trend of starting pitchers inking new deals with their teams before they hit free agency, as the right-hander agreed to a new four-year contract with the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic has the …

Alex Rodriguez

Ex-Playmate says A-Rod sexted her weeks before proposing to Jennifer Lopez

Alex Rodriguez has been dogged by some rumors of alleged — or attempted — cheating during his engagement to Jennifer Lopez, and the latest comes from a former Playboy Playmate who says A-Rod was sending her inappropriate texts not long …

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MLB announces disciplinary action against Giants CEO Larry Baer

Major League Baseball has concluded its investigation into a recent public incident between San Francisco Giants CEO Larry Baer and his wife, and the executive will be forced to stay away from the team without pay for a few months. On Tuesday, MLB …

Jacob deGrom

Jacob deGrom, Mets agree to new five-year deal

Jacob deGrom has been openly seeking a new contract from the New York Mets since the middle of last season, and the right-hander has finally gotten his wish. According to numerous reports, deGrom and the Mets have reached agreement on a new …

Report: Giants CEO Larry Baer may receive suspension from MLB

MLB is expected to announce discipline on Tuesday morning for San Francisco Giants CEO Larry Baer, according to reporters. Bay Area Sports Guy reported Monday night that Baer’s punishment may be a suspension. NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex …

Mets players left ‘pissed off’ over travel issues to Syracuse

Travel issues surrounding the team’s planned trip to Syracuse left many New York Mets players pissed off, according to a reporter. The Mets hosted a spring training game on Sunday at Port St. Lucie, which is on the east coast of Florida. Their …

Mookie Betts paying for Red Sox team dinner after record arbitration

The Boston Red Sox will enjoy a team dinner on Tuesday night in Seattle ahead of their season-opener, and the dinner will be generously hosted by Mookie Betts. Back in February, Betts and the Red Sox agreed to a $20 million settlement to avoid …

Ryan Braun

Ryan Braun missing exhibition games in Montreal due to passport

Ryan Braun is not participating in two games against the Toronto Blue Jays this week due to his passport. The Milwaukee Brewers are in Montreal this week for exhibition games against the Jays on Monday and Tuesday. Braun is not with them because he …

Sean Doolittle

Sean Doolittle explains jersey number change, plan to make it up to fans

Washington Nationals reliever Sean Doolittle has quickly become one of the most popular players on the team over the past two seasons, but any merchandise that has been sold with his jersey number on it is suddenly outdated. The left-hander is trying …

Francisco Lindor

Indians owner urges fans to ‘enjoy’ Francisco Lindor before free agency

Cleveland Indians owner Paul Dolan offered some advice to fans that comes off as rather ominous long-term. Dolan said Tribe fans should “enjoy” shortstop Francisco Lindor now before he becomes a free agent after the 2021 season amid fears …

Mike Trout

Mike Trout: Manny Machado, Bryce Harper free agencies were ‘red flag’

Mike Trout chose to forego free agency once again by signing a long-term extension with the Los Angels Angels two years before his previous deal expired, and the star outfielder says what happened with Bryce Harper and Manny Machado was part of the …

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