Lance McCullers Jr. Shifts to Astros’ Bullpen but May Still Start

11 months ago

Lance McCullers Jr. Shifts to Astros’ Bullpen but May Still Start

Astros manager Joe Espada confirmed McCullers will work from the bullpen, adding postseason-tested depth. “He could still start Monday if needed,” Espada noted, keeping his role fluid. The 30-year-old righty, a 10-year MLB veteran and 2017 All-Star, remains a trusted arm. Houston hopes his hybrid role manages workload while strengthening a staff hit by injuries.

By Tanish Chachra

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Anthony Volpe’s Historic Slump Tests Yankees’ Patience

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Anthony Volpe’s Historic Slump Tests Yankees’ Patience

Volpe has just one hit and no walks in his last 38 plate appearances, posting a .027 OBP, the lowest by a Yankees non-pitcher over any 11-game span with 30+ PAs. “We’re all human… even the greatest go through it,” manager Aaron Boone said, praising Volpe’s defense while urging patience as adjustments to his swing continue.

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Diamondbacks’ Pavin Smith Likely Headed to Injured List

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Diamondbacks’ Pavin Smith Likely Headed to Injured List

“Smith will head back to Phoenix for imaging on injured quad. No roster move today, probably one when Diamondbacks get to LA,” MLB.com’s Steve Gilbert reported. Smith, batting .258 with 8 homers in 87 games, has split time at first and DH. Arizona, 7.5 games back in the Wild Card, expects a roster move before its Dodgers series.

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Mark Teixeira Announces Congressional Run in Texas

11 months ago

Mark Teixeira Announces Congressional Run in Texas

“As a lifelong conservative who loves this country, I’m running for Congress,” former Yankees and Rangers star Teixeira wrote. The 2009 World Series champion is seeking Texas’ 21st District, vacated by Rep. Chip Roy. A three-time All-Star with 409 career homers, Teixeira now backs Trump’s America First agenda after years in charitable work and policy outreach.

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Liam Hendriks Shares Cancer Battle, Urges Positivity and Normalcy

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Liam Hendriks Shares Cancer Battle, Urges Positivity and Normalcy

“Removing the stigma from the words cancer, chemo and radiation has been a godsend,” Hendriks said. A non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivor, he stressed staying active and maintaining normalcy, even throwing bullpens mid-treatment. Through his Hendrix Heroes program, he now helps patients and caregivers talk openly about cancer. “The more you share, the less of a load it is.”

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Freddie Freeman Sidelined With Nerve Issue, Expected Back Friday

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Freddie Freeman Sidelined With Nerve Issue, Expected Back Friday

“Freddie is down today,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said after Freeman was scratched vs. the Reds on Thursday. Freeman is dealing with a recurring neck stinger running to his shoulder. Though, there’s no specific event that’s led to Freeman’s neck injury. Roberts expects him back Friday after Thursday's off-day. “It’s something that is recurring, but he finds a way.”

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