The 2025 MLB trade deadline exploded with blockbuster trades and last-minute deals, closing at 6 p.m. ET on July 31. Consequently, fans and insiders buzzed with excitement. Ken Rosenthal called it “a wild, wild day,” highlighting the fast-paced transactions reshaping rosters. Similarly, Jeff Passan noted “a deadline defined by surprises,” emphasizing the unexpected high-profile … [Read more...] about MLB Trade Deadline Report Card: Grading All 30 Teams’ Deadline Deals
Report: Carlos Correa Heads Back to Astros in Surprise Deadline Deal
Did anyone see this coming? Hours before the trade deadline, the Minnesota Twins reportedly sent Carlos Correa back to the Houston Astros, where he began his career and won (*cough*) a World Series. MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart was first on the news. The return remains unknown as of this writing. Sep 26, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa … [Read more...] about Report: Carlos Correa Heads Back to Astros in Surprise Deadline Deal
2025 MLB All-Star Frontrunners: Shortstop Edition
The best time in all of sports has officially arrived: the summer of baseball. What does that mean exactly? Every other league takes a backseat while Major League Baseball drives through the warm months as the only professional sport with competitive games. And with that comes one of the game’s most beloved traditions: the MLB All-Star Game. Each year, fans vote for who they … [Read more...] about 2025 MLB All-Star Frontrunners: Shortstop Edition
Astros Place Outfielder Chas McCormick on the Injured List; Call up Shay Whitcomb
The Houston Astros made a couple of roster moves on Saturday ahead of their game with the Tampa Bay Rays. Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported that the Astros would be placing outfielder Chas McCormick on the 10-day IL, and recalling infielder Shay Whitcomb. The move is retroactive to May 30th. Chas McCormick is going on the IL with a left oblique strain. Shay Whitcomb has … [Read more...] about Astros Place Outfielder Chas McCormick on the Injured List; Call up Shay Whitcomb
Astros Yordan Alvarez Shut Down After Hopes of Weekend Return
After the Houston Astros placed outfielder Chas McCormick on the injured list, Astros fans were given another bit of bad news. This time, it pertains to the Yordan Alvarez injury. Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports that Alvarez dealt with discomfort in his right hand on Friday and was sent for imaging. Unfortunately, general manager Dana Brown said that the imaging revealed … [Read more...] about Astros Yordan Alvarez Shut Down After Hopes of Weekend Return