Streaking Phillies send ace Zack Wheeler to face Marlins

Aug 31, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA;Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler will get another shot to strengthen his case for the National League Cy Young Award when he opposes the…

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Giants summon RHP Mason Black to start vs. Marlins

May 11, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Mason Black (47) throws a pitch during the third inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-USA TODAY Sports One day after struggling against a recently promoted minor-leaguer, the San Francisco Giants will dip into their farm system for a…

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Giants, with slim postseason hopes, host NL-worst Marlins

Aug 18, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell (7) throws a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports The postseason-chasing San Francisco Giants will face their last non-contending team of the season on Friday when they open a…

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Cubs turn to Shota Imanaga in rematch vs. Marlins

Aug 18, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga (18) delivers against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports The Chicago Cubs haven’t had a .500 record since they were 31-31 on June 5, but they are close now. On Saturday afternoon, the…

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Leaning on unsung players, Marlins start series vs. Cubs

Aug 20, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins shortstop Xavier Edwards (63) hits an RBI single against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports The Miami Marlins, who have the worst record in the National League, are looking for keepers. Miami will open a three-game series…

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