Erik Williams-Imagn Images An unappetizing but responsible proposal There are moments when it feels like an avalanche. The Houston Astros 2025 season feels that way. As I write this, the Astros have a four game lead in the AL West. However, more than a few analysts feel like it is a pyrite situation. The Astros currently lead the league with 18 injuries and their … [Read more...] about The case for doing nothing
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Eugenio Suárez says X-rays were negative after he was hit on index finger by pitch against Tigers
Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suárez hopes he avoided major injury when he was hit in the right index finger by a pitch late in a 5-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers. Suárez is a candidate to be traded to a contender. He was hit by a 95.6 mph sinker from Will Vest in the ninth inning Monday night. He immediately doubled over in pain and quickly left the field. … [Read more...] about Eugenio Suárez says X-rays were negative after he was hit on index finger by pitch against Tigers
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred confronted by Bryce Harper during meeting, AP source says
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred and Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper had a spirited exchange during a question-and-answer session between the commissioner and the team, according to a person with direct knowledge of the conversation. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation. Phillies slugger Nick Castellanos … [Read more...] about Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred confronted by Bryce Harper during meeting, AP source says
19 K’s not enough, Astros lose 2-1 to the Nationals
Thomas Shea-Imagn Images The opponent scoring streak is over! But the losing isn’t. Framber Valdez(11-4, 2.62 ERA) got the start tonight, as the Astros tonight began a 3 game home series against the Washington Nationals and Brad Lord(2-5, 3.27 ERA). Not going to lie, this one really hurt. Because, in one of the more disappointing offensive efforts of the entire season, … [Read more...] about 19 K’s not enough, Astros lose 2-1 to the Nationals
Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg has died after battling cancer
Ryne Sandberg, a Hall of Fame second baseman who became one of baseball’s best all-around players while starring for the Chicago Cubs, has died. He was 65. Sandberg announced in January 2024 that he had been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. He had chemotherapy and radiation treatments, and then said in August 2024 that he was cancer-free. But he posted on Instagram on … [Read more...] about Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg has died after battling cancer