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Skenes had an excellent outing on Friday night

Paul Skenes Makes Wild Claim About How Many Pitches He's 'Conditioned' to Throw

Skenes said he thinks he could throw 150 pitches if needed.

Skenes had an excellent outing on Friday night

Paul Skenes Makes Wild Claim About How Many Pitches He's 'Conditioned' to Throw

Skenes said he thinks he could throw 150 pitches if needed.

Skenes and Pirates relievers shut the Dodgers out on Friday night

'This is Where Baseball Gets Really Fun': Paul Skenes Absolutely Loved Facing Dodgers Stars

Skenes and Pirates relievers shut out the Dodgers on Friday.

Skenes got Ohtani out three times on Friday

Paul Skenes Revealed What He Told Himself Before Getting Shohei Ohtani On Nasty Pitch

A ridiculous curveball Ohtani whiffed at went nearly viral from Skenes's outing on Friday night.

San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman homered off a 100.4 mph pitch from Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Abner Uribe.

Matt Chapman Makes Impressive Statcast Era History With Home Run

Chapman homered on a pitch of 100.4 mph making San Francisco Giants history.

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Six Reasons for the Cubs’ Shocking Offensive Turnaround

Anthony Volpe being called out on strikes last week.

Anthony Volpe and His Torpedo Bat Haven’t Hit a Home Run in Three Weeks

Tommy Pham makes a gesture towards fans in Anaheim.

Tommy Pham Made a Lewd Gesture Towards an Angels Fan Who Touched Him During a Game

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor is a big reason the Mets' odds to win the World Series have increased so much.

Mets World Series Odds See Big Move After Sweeping Phillies

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes reacts to Oneil Cruz's 463-foot home run.

Paul Skenes Gave a Rare Impressed Reaction to Oneil Cruz's Monster Home Run

MLB Ump Ripped by Fans for Mind-Boggling Call on Orioles Hitter

Kemp after being hit by a pitch in the bottom of the second inning.

Phillies Prospect Sets Painful Hit by Pitch Record

New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Edwin Diaz Nonchalantly Said His Legs Changed Lengths and Fans Have Questions

The New York Mets score in the bottom of the 10th inning to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 on April 23, 2025.

Alternate Camera Angle Shows Citi Field Coming Alive in Mets Walk-Off Win

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell warms up.

Dodgers Cancel Bullpen Session for Blake Snell Due to Shoulder Discomfort

Shohei Ohtani became the 32nd player to reach the 50-HR plateau during his historic 50-homer, 50-steal season in 2024.

Every 50-Home Run Season in MLB History

San Diego Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta is 4-1 with a 1.20 ERA in five starts this season.

Padres Dominant Pitching Sets Remarkable Early Season MLB Record

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout looks on after striking out against the Texas Rangers.

Why Angels Players Are Mad About 6:29 p.m. Start Time for Upcoming Game

Kuiper (left) and Krukow (right) wave to Giants fans in the stands.

Giants Announcers Had Sweet Gesture for Young Fans Who Stayed to Watch Blowout Loss

Terry Francona reacts to a fact about exit velocity.

Terry Francona Nonplussed by Home Run’s Exit Velocity: ‘We Got One Run'

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Tatis’s eight home runs lead the National League.

Padres Still Look Like Legitimate Contenders Despite Discouraging Offseason

No One Comes Off Well in Braves’ Three-Pronged Drama

Soto has been plenty productive for the Mets, even if the numbers aren't as eye-popping.

MLB Offseason Acquisitions Grades: Juan Soto, Max Fried Stand Out Early

Campbell ranks fifth in the AL with a .420 on-base percentage.

Kristian Campbell Is the Red Sox’ Greenest Monster

Alonso has seen his power against high-velocity pitches return after an offseason adjustment.

MLB’s Most-Improved Hitters: What’s Behind Their Early Season Success?

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker posted a career-best .993 OPS in 2024.

Breaking Down 2026 MLB Free Agent Class With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Off the Board

The Blue Jays are reportedly committing $500 million to their star first baseman.

With Vlad Guerrero Jr. Extension, Blue Jays Recognize the Value of a Homegrown Star

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park.

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Blue Jays Agree to 14-Year Contract Extension

Merrill hit .292 with 24 home runs and 90 RBIs last year during a stellar rookie campaign.

Jackson Merrill's Team-Friendly Contract Extension Secures San Diego’s Future

Devers recovered from shoulder injuries and was moved off third base this offseason, but his problems at the plate appear to be caused by poor mechanics.

Rafael Devers’s Historic Struggles Come Down to One Issue

Profar was suspended 80 games on Monday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.

Jurickson Profar’s Suspension Is Just the Latest Blow in Braves’ Brutal Start

Andrew McCutchen (22) is one of only two Pirates players over the age of 33.

You’re Not Getting Any Younger: Why Is MLB Relying Less on Veteran Players?

MLB Preview: NL West

2025 MLB Division Previews: National League West

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Skenes started the 2024 All-Star Game as a rookie and has his sights set even higher for this season.

MLB Season Preview: Playoff Predictions, Award Picks and Division Reports

MLB’s Umpire School Is Adapting to a New Era of Increased Scrutiny

Mar 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A detail view of a Baltimore Orioles batting helmet, ball and glove during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Orioles-Royals Blockbuster Trade Idea Sends $9 Million All-Star To Kansas City

Sep 17, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detailed view of a St. Louis Cardinals hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cardinals Are 'Holding Back' Phenom Per MLB Writer

Sep 5, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (not pictured) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cardinals Are Holding Back Top Pitching Prospect After Strong 2024 Showing

Aug 17, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Mets center fielder Brandon Nimmo (9) reacts after being called out on strikes to end the third inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Mets star addresses 'stupid' mistake made in loss

Apr 19, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA;New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) uses a torpedo bat against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

MLB Insiders Blast New York Yankees Slugger’s Huge Step Back at Plate

Apr 24, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman (26) celebrates with center fielder Jung Hoo Lee (51) after batting him in on a two-run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fifth inning at Oracle Park.

San Francisco Giants Hot Start Has Led to Massive Increase in Playoff Chances

Apr 23, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Texas Rangers left fielder Wyatt Langford (36) reacts after hitting a home run against the Athletics in the fourth inning at Sutter Health Park.

Texas Rangers Young Star Is Only Continuing To Improve After Stint on Injured List

Apr 19, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brandon Young (63) walks off the field during the fourth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Baltimore Orioles Playoff Odds Plummeting With Brutal Start To Season

Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Reds general manager Walt Jocketty and manager Dusty Baker (12) talk during batting practice against the Los Angeles Angels at Great American Ball Park.

Former St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds GM Walt Jocketty Dies at 74