PHOTO USA Today Sports Images As the All-Star break arrives, we’re looking at the players leading their respective races for MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year. There are surprises in nearly every race, with the exception of National League MVP, where the frontrunners are obvious and two of baseball’s…
Jul 5, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Luis Castillo (58) pitches to the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports Jack Kochanowicz is scheduled make his major league debut on the mound for the Los Angeles Angels when they open a four-game series…
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Will Benson (30) reacts as he crosses home plate with Cincinnati Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte (16) after hitting a 3-run home run in the second inning of the MLB game between Cincinnati Reds and Colorado Rockies at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Rookie Rece Hinds…
Jul 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Michael Mercado (63) delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports The Atlanta Braves will send nine-year veteran Reynaldo Lopez to the mound on Sunday to face Philadelphia Phillies rookie Michael Mercado in…
Jul 4, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals left fielder Jesse Winker (6) celebrates with center fielder James Wood (50) after hitting a home run against the New York Mets during the eighth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-USA TODAY Sports Sunday marks the completion of Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood’s…
Jul 6, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (93) celebrates with center fielder Aaron Judge (99) after his solo home run during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports Rookie Ben Rice hit three homers, including a three-run blast…
Jul 5, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; The Seattle Mariners celebrate defeating the Toronto Blue Jays at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports Thanks to a behind-the-scenes hero, the Seattle Mariners took the series opener against the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. The Mariners will hope for more all-around assistance Saturday afternoon when…
Jun 14, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Gavin Stone (35) throws in the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports While not the first name that comes to mind when breaking down the National League Rookie of the Year chase, Los…
Minnesota Twins pitcher David Festa throws to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fourth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Thursday, June 27, 2024. David Festa’s first start in the majors was a blur. On Wednesday night, when Festa goes to the mound for his second start since his promotion to the Minnesota Twins, the…
Jun 23, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Tobias Myers (36) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports The surging Milwaukee Brewers will turn to surprising rookie right-hander Tobias Myers to keep their winning streak alive when they host the…
