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Ozzie Albies Remains Hot At The Plate
Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies is not a batter that pitchers want to face right now. He is 11-for-28 with four homers, 11 RBI and eight runs scored in his last six games. On Monday. Albies went 3-for-5 with three RBI and a walk during the 12-2 win over the Miami Marlins. The 24-year-old […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoFreddie Freeman Has Three-Hit Performance On Monday
Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman is back to looking like an unstoppable force at the plate. He struggled there for a few days while he was battling an illness. However, his bat came alive on Monday against the Miami Marlins. He went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run and a walk in the 12-2 […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoTouki Toussaint Tosses Solid Outing Versus Marlins
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Touki Toussaint lived up to the hype during Monday's game against the Miami Marlins. He went 6 1/3 innings, three hits allowed, two earned runs, two walks, and seven strikeouts in the 12-2 victory. The biggest takeaway was the fact that Toussaint was able to limit the amount of walks he […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoAlbert Wilson Could Have Sizable Role
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Albert Wilson is a player that has likely be forgotten on the depth chart. He decided to sit out the 2020 campaign, but showed some promising play during the 2019 season. The reports are that Wilson has looked good in training camp and could earn himself a legitimate role in this […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoMyles Gaskin Could Be Stuck In Three-Back Committee
Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin could have trouble finding the same success that he did in 2020. Last season, Gaskin seemingly came out of nowhere and ran away with the lead back job. A year later, the Dolphins added Malcolm Brown who started in the team's first preseason game. The Dolphins also have Salvon […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoStefon Diggs To Remain Sidelined
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs (knee) is unlikely going to suit up during the preseason. Despite that, head coach Sean McDermott isn't concerned about Diggs being sidelined to begin the regular season. The superstar receiver is expected to miss more practice time, but the Bills aren't too worried about getting him reps in camp. […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDion Dawkins Not Close To Return
Buffalo Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins was not available for the team's preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. It sounds like Dawkins might not be able to play anytime soon. He was been sidelined for roughly three weeks due to COVID-19. Head coach Sean McDermott mentioned Dawkins has a long road ahead of him. "He's […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJurickson Profar Records Hit In Rehab Game
San Diego Padres infielder Jurickson Profar went 1-for-3 with two walks during Sunday's rehab game with Triple-A El Paso. He was placed on the injured list 10 days ago due to COVID-19. However, it sounds like Profar is already getting back into the groove and should return within the next few days. Profar was in […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoWill Smith Dances Out Of Trouble
Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Will Smith didn't make it easy, but was able to shut down the Washington Nationals on Sunday. The lefty veteran walked two batters and struck out two before getting Carter Kieboom to ground out to end the game. Smith earned his 25th save of the season, but it hasn't been easy […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoPadres Nearing Deal With Jake Arrieta
The San Diego Padres appear close to signing former CY Young award winner Jake Arrieta. Sadly, the days of Arrieta being an elite pitcher are far behind him. He posted a horrendous 6.88 ERA over 20 starts with the Chicago Cubs this season. The right-hander was released by the organization last week. The Padres could […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDansby Swanson Goes Yard On Sunday
Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson continues to show impressive power at the plate this season. On Sunday, Swanson went 2-for-5 with a home run and 2 RBI in the 6-5 victory over the Washington Nationals. The two-run shot off righty Paolo Espino marked Swanson's 24th home run of the season. This is quite impressive considering […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJoc Pederson Doubles In Win Over Nationals
Atlanta Braves outfielder Joc Pederson put together a nice day at the plate during Sunday's matchup with the Washington Nationals. He went 2-for-4 with a double in the 6-5 victory. Pederson's double marked his 16th of the season and is a sign that hopefully he is getting back on track at the plate. Pederson is […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJustus Sheffield Crushed In Rehab Outing
Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Justus Sheffield (oblique) struggled heavily during his rehab start with Triple-A Tacoma on Sunday. He lasted an inning 1/3 while allowing four runs and walking five batters. Sheffield does have the ability to get MLB hitters out, but this was just a bad outing. Clearly, he needs more time in the […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJacob deGrom Gets Check-Up On Monday
New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (forearm) is scheduled to undergo a check-up on Monday. Manager Luis Rojas mentioned on Friday that deGrom will be shut down an additional two weeks. It's uncertain what kind of news will come from this check-up. Although, it doesn't sound like deGrom is going to take the mound […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoAustin Riley Blasts 25th Homer Of The Season
Atlanta Braves outfielder Austin Riley is looking like a star in the making as the season continues to roll on. He went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and two runs scored in the 6-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. That solo blast marked his 25th home run of the season, which is […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDrew Smyly Posts Another Below Average Outing
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Drew Smyly continued his lackluster play during Sunday's win over the Washington Nationals. He went four innings, six hits allowed, three earned runs, one walk, and four strikeouts in the 6-5 victory. Smyly has failed to reach the fifth inning in four of his last five outings. He'll take a 4.50 […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoCorey Davis Gives Underwhelming Performance
New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis was a massive signing for the team this offseason. He was expected to boost this offensive unit that desperately needed another playmaker. On Saturday, he finished with two receptions for 18 yards in the victory over the New York Giants. The good news is, both completions were from […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDenzel Mims Plays Well In Preseason Opener
New York Jets wide receiver Denzel Mims was probably the last player you'd expect to play well right now. He has been sidelined in recent practices and trade rumors have been swirling around as well. The former second round pick from 2020 struggled in limited time with the team last season. Since then, the Jets […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoMichael Carter Gets Involved In Preseason Opener
New York Jets running back Michael Carter was able to get his first chance versus an NFL defense on Saturday. To be fair, it was a preseason matchup versus the New York Giants, but it's something. Carter rushed seven times for 22 yards and hauled in one reception for nine yards. It was not exactly […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoLa'Mical Perine Sees Heavy Workload
New York Jets running back La'Mical Perine get plenty of chances during Saturday's preseason matchup with the New York Giants. Perine saw 12 carries, but managed only 30 yards on the ground. He did rush for a touchdown, but that won't change the fact he averaged 2.7 yards per carry. Clearly, the Jets wanted to […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoTy Johnson Struggles In Preseason Opener
New York Jets running back Ty Johnson wasn't able to get much going on the ground during Saturday's preseason opener against the New York Giants. He rushed nine times for 33 yards and hauled in two receptions for seven yards through the air. Johnson had some success with the Jets last season. He averaged 4.7 […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoZach Wilson Makes Preseason Debut
New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson got his first taste of NFL action during Saturday's preseason matchup with the New York Giants. He performed well, connected on 6-of-9 passing attempts for 63 yards. Wilson was held without a touchdown or interception, but made some impressive completions to wide receiver Corey Davis. The No. 2 overall […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoAdolis Garcia Homers In Victory Over Athletics
Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia hasn't hit for much power lately, but finally got his swing back on Sunday. He went 1-for-4 with a solo home run off lefty Sean Manaea in the third inning. It was Garcia's 26th home run of the season and helped the Rangers get the 7-4 victory. Texas continues batting […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDJ Peters Blasts Two Homers
Texas Rangers outfielder DJ Peters came to play during Sunday's victory over the Oakland Athletics. He went 2-for-4 with two home runs and 4 RBI in the 7-4 win. The 25-year-old outfielder hasn't done much at the plate this season. In fact, Peters isn't even hitting over the .200 mark, but was able to offer […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJoe Barlow Notches Second Save
Texas Rangers relief pitcher Joe Barlow was called upon to close out the game versus the Oakland Athletics on Sunday. He was able to hold the three-run lead and record his second save of the season. The 25-year-old has posted a 0.61 ERA, 0.82 WHIP, and 18 strikeouts with the Rangers this season. It appears […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoKolby Allard Notches Third Quality Start In A Row
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Kolby Allard appears to be getting into a groove on the mound. On Sunday, he notched his third straight quality start in a 7-4 victory over the Oakland Athletics. Allard went 6 1/3 innings, seven hits allowed, three earned runs, and two strikeouts on Sunday. He gave up a pair of […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoNate Lowe Knocks In Two Runs Saturday
Texas Rangers first baseman Nate Lowe has been a reliable piece in the middle of the order for this team. He went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI during Saturday's 8-3 loss to the Oakland Athletics. Lowe's double in this one marked his 15th of the season and he continues to be one of […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoJordan Lyles Crushed By Athletics
Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jordan Lyles struggled to get through six innings versus the Oakland Athletics on Saturday. He managed to get through six innings, but allowed eight hits and five earned runs. The good news is, Lyles didn't walk anyone and struck out five batters. That's about as bright as it gets for Lyles […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoEric Lauer Will Return On Sunday
Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Eric Lauer will take the mound for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He has been sidelined since August 4 after he tested positive for COVID-19. Since then, Lauer has quarantined for 10 days and appears ready to return. This season, Lauer has posted a 3.50 ERA through his 69 1/3 […]
Andy Webb 3 years agoDillon Peters Will Start On Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Dillon Peters will make the start against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday. He was acquired from the Los Angeles Angels last month in exchange for cash considerations. Peters has never had much success at the MLB level and wasn't too sharp in the minors. The Brewers can handle the bats pretty […]
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