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Angels aim to break road losing streak, play the Blue Jays. Toronto Blue Jays (61-68, sixth in the AL East) vs. Los Angeles Angels (54-75, fifth in the AL West) Toronto; 3:07 p.m. EDT on Saturday PITCHING POSSIBLES: Blue Jays: Bowden Francis (6-3, 4.38 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Angels: Carson Fulmer (0-4, 4.24 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 71 strikeouts).Toronto Blue Jays (61-68, sixth in the AL East) vs. Los Angeles Angels (54-75, fifth in the AL West) Toronto; 3:07 p.m. EDT on Saturday PITCHING POSSIBLES: Blue Jays: Bowden Francis (6-3, 4.38 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 58 strikeouts); Angels: Carson Fulmer (0-4,…
Fever Beats Mercury, and Caitlin Clark Thrills Fans in WNBA Comeback After Olympic Snub. Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are back after the WNBA’s nearly month-long break for the Olympics. The Fever got the second half of the season started strong with a 98-89 win over the Phoenix Mercury behind a strong performance from Clark. The star rookie finished with 29 points, 10 assists and five boards. Kelsey Mitchell also added 28 points in the win. Clark didn’t miss a beat after the extended break, scoring 16 points within her first eight minutes of action. In her first game…
American League Powerhouse Reunites with Former Philadelphia Phillies Star. A former star of the Philadelphia Phillies is back with his old team. Something that keeps motivating the Philadelphia Phillies as they try to win their first World Series since 2008 is their close call against the Houston Astros in 2022, when they led by two games to one before their opponent ultimately raised the trophy. It was a bitter thing to stomach, particularly considering that their longtime reliever was a significant factor in their outing. Hector Neris spent eight years with the Phillies from 2014-21. They signed him as a…
Examining John Tavares’ Potential Extension with the Maple Leafs. According to recent rumors from Chris Johnston of TSN, John Tavares appears to be interested in playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs whenever his contract ends the next season. As long as the price is correct, it makes sense for all sides to close a deal. His signing in 2018 of a seven-year, $77 million contract marked a turning point for a franchise that had trouble luring elite players in free agency. The correct term and cap hit on a contract for Tavares might alter how supporters remember his time with…
An Update on Jani Hakanpaa, a Potential UFA Signee for the Toronto Maple Leafs. An Update on Jani Hakanpaa, a Potential UFA Signee for the Toronto Maple Leafs When free agency began on July 1st, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving made reshaping the Leafs blueline his top objective this summer. Apart from Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, the Leafs have also acquired defenseman Jani Hakanpaa, who is 6’6″ and 220 pounds. On July 1st, Hakanpaa was reportedly signed by the Toronto Maple Leafs to a two-year contract worth $1.5 million per season. However, due to Hakanpaa’s knee ailment,…
Bryan Hoeing and Tanner Scott to Be Acquired by Padres. 3:37 PM: According to ESPN’s Alden Gonzalez, the Padres are sending right-hander Adam Mazur and left-hander Robby Snelling to Miami. Infielder/outfielder Graham Pauley is included in the return, according to Mish, while infielder Jay Beshears is the fourth and last player, according to Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extra Base. Three of the Padres’ best remaining prospects—Pauley, Mazur, and Snelling—will go to Miami in exchange for the two relievers in a huge trade. 3:32 p.m.: According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Padres are closing in on a deal to acquire…
Fried Gets Back on Track When the Braves Need Him Most. The Atlanta Braves let a 2-0 lead slip and lost 3-2 to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. There was a silver lining despite the defeat. Max Fried, the starting pitcher, has returned to his All-Star form. He gave up four hits, one walk, and four strikeouts in seven innings of two-run ball. Sixty-seven percent of his 91 pitches that evening were strikes. “It felt very much like me. On both sides of the plate, I was in control of the ball. After the game on Wednesday, Fried remarked,…
Braves Must Win in August Following Missed Chance. The term “must win” is frequently used in the context of sports. That isn’t true unless you have to play a game of total elimination. On Thursday, however, the Atlanta Braves face maybe the biggest August must-win. Brian Snitker’s team had a chance to put significant pressure on their NL East foe by sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. Rather, after blowing a 2-0 lead on Wednesday, the Braves need to win to win the series. In the sixth inning, Phillies starter Max Fried gave up two runs to the opposition. To…
MLB Rumors: Blue Jays Target Vlad Guerrero Jr.’s Contract Amid Bichette Trade Rumors. When Vlad Guerrero Jr. becomes a free agency following the 2025 season, the Toronto Blue Jays may lose their top slugger, but it’s not expected that the franchise will allow him to go. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that Guerrero’s Blue Jays “want to try signing” him prior to his free agency expiration. Additionally, the organization is “expected to entertain trade offers this winter for shortstop Bo Bichette.” Nightengale added that Bichette, who is also a free agent after the 2025 season “has no plans to…
Fried Gets Back on Track When the Braves Need Him Most. Starting pitcher Max Fried was excellent even though the Atlanta Braves lost 3-2 to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. The Atlanta Braves let a 2-0 lead slip and lost 3-2 to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. There was a silver lining despite the defeat. Max Fried, the starting pitcher, has returned to his All-Star form. He gave up four hits, one walk, and four strikeouts in seven innings of two-run ball. Sixty-seven percent of his 91 pitches that evening were strikes. “It felt very much like me. On…