4 months ago

Jakob Junis Joins Rangers on $4M Deal as Bullpen Rebuild Continues

Texas agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with Junis, adding another arm to a rebuilt bullpen. The 33-year-old posted a 2.97 ERA in 66 2/3 relief innings for Cleveland in 2025, leaning on a slider-heavy mix and more changeups. He joins newcomers after Texas went 37-for-66 in saves and owns a 2.83 ERA over his last two seasons.

By Nischay Rathore

4 months ago

Kenny Lofton Says Denzel Washington Backed His ‘Still Got Game’ Charity

On MLB Network’s MLB Hot Stove, Lofton said his new Still Got Game Foundation targets inner-city kids through “free clinics” and financial-literacy lessons before college. He said a Las Vegas “poker-slash-golf event” is raising funds with partners Torii Hunter, LaTroy Hawkins and Drew Stubbs. Asked about “He Got Game,” Lofton laughed, “Oh, yeah, he got game,” confirming Washington showed up to support.

By Nischay Rathore

4 months ago

Wilbur Wood Dies at 84

Wood, a lefty knuckleballer taught by Hoyt Wilhelm, died Saturday at 84. He became Chicago’s bullpen fireman, then a rotation ironman: 376 2/3 innings in 1972 and MLB-leading starts four times from 1971-75. A three-time All-Star, he also pitched for Boston and Pittsburgh. A 1976 line drive broke his kneecap. He finished 164-156, 3.24 ERA over 17 MLB seasons.

By Nischay Rathore

4 months ago

Mookie Betts Confirms Plans to Retire at 40 When Dodgers Contract Ends in 2032

LA Dodgers star Betts confirmed he plans to retire when his contract ends in 2032 on "What Drives You" with John Cena. He'll be 40 with his daughter and son being 14-15 and 10, respectively. Betts said, "My parents were always there, and I want that for my kids." He hit .258 with 20 HRs in the championship repeat.

By Tanish Chachra

4 months ago

Yankees Make Internal Decision Not to Engage in Bidding War for Cody Bellinger

Bob Klapisch reported on Sunday that the Yankees won't chase Bellinger if the Mets or another team swoops in with a blow-away offer. The Yankees believe they've made a fair proposal - five years, $160 million, with two opt-outs. They're prepared to let Bellinger walk if the price escalates further. The Mets remain a potential suitor for the outfielder.

By Tanish Chachra

4 months ago

Ha-Seong Kim Undergoes Surgery for Torn Tendon in Right Middle Finger

Atlanta Braves infielder Kim sustained a hand injury while in South Korea and underwent surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger, the Braves announced the news on X. Dr. Gary Lourie performed the procedure on Sunday in Atlanta. The expected recovery time is 4-5 months, meaning Kim will likely miss the start of the 2026 season.

By Tanish Chachra

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