Articles
Patrick Wisdom Sends 21st Homer To The Bleachers
Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Patrick Wisdom went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Colorado Rockies. Wisdom sent a rocket to left field off of Austin Gomber in the bottom of the fifth inning and it would end up being the game winning hit for the Cubs. Wisdom has […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoDavid Bote Goes Yard In Game 1 Of Doubleheader
Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Colorado Rockies. Bote took Austin Gomber deep for his eighth home run in the bottom of the second inning to tie the game at the time. The versatile infielder has been getting plenty of playing […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoWill Smith Crushes 19th Homer
Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith continued his power display on Tuesday versus the San Diego Padres. Smith took Pierce Johnson deep in the top of the first inning to give the Dodgers a 1-0 lead and would finish the game 1-for-3 with a walk. Smith has been having a great year at the plate […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKenley Jansen Records 28th Save
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen converted his 28th save of the season in Tuesday's victory versus the San Diego Padres. The veteran has been having a rough second half of the season and despite converting the save and not allowing a run, Jansen was still shaky with a hit allowed and a walk in […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJulio Urias Shines In Return
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias performed well in his return from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday versus the San Diego Padres. The lefty went five innings and allowed one hit, zero runs, two walks and struck out four on the evening. He was yanked early with only 74 pitches, but the most […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJose Abreu Has Big Night On Tuesday
Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu enjoyed a big night in Tuesday's contest versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Abreu went 3-for-5 with four RBI to lead the White Sox to a win. His biggest hit of the game was a three-run homer off of Jose Berrios in the top of the first inning. The […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoDylan Cease Records 10th Victory
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease had a strong outing in Tuesday's victory versus the Toronto Blue Jays. The right-hander went seven innings and allowed four hits, one run, one walk and struck out seven on the evening. The lone run that Cease allowed was a solo shot by Corey Dickerson in the bottom […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoRafael Ortega Walks It Off On Monday
Chicago Cubs outfielder Rafael Ortega starred as the hero in Monday's victory versus the Colorado Rockies. Ortega sent a two-run rocket to right field to send the crowd home in the bottom of the ninth inning and give the Cubs their first home victory in 12 games. It was his only hit in four at-bats […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKyle Hendricks Allows Four Runs In No-Decision
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks recorded a no-decision in Monday's contest versus the Colorado Rockies. The veteran got hit hard in the top of the first inning and allowed three runs in the frame, but then settled down to toss seven frames. Hendricks would finish with a line of nine hits, four runs, zero […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoCraig Kimbrel Records Loss On Monday
Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel suffered a loss on Monday versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Kimbrel allowed a wild pitch with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning and that would give the Blue Jays a 2-1 lead and the victory. Kimbrel was dominant as the Cubs closer this season and […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoLance Lynn Goes Seven Innings In No-Decision
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn put together another quality start in Monday's no-decision versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Coming off of an ejection in his previous start, Lynn went seven innings and allowed four runs, one hit, zero walks and struck out four. The four strikeouts were low for Lynn, but he was […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoLarry Rountree III Doesn't Do Much In Week 2 Of Preseason
Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Larry Rountree III struggled in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers. Rountree got plenty of action with starter Austin Ekeler and veteran Justin Jackson sitting out this contest, but he didn't do much to separate himself this evening. The former Missouri Tiger was only able to pick […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoTyron Johnson Hauls In Four Passes
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Tyron Johnson was targeted six times in Sunday's preseason game against the San Francisco 49ers. Johnson would catch four of his targets, but only picked up 11 yards. The second-year wideout is competing with fellow wide receivers Jalen Guyton and Josh Palmer for No. 3 spot behind Keenan Allen and […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJosh Palmer Snags A Touchdown In Week 2 Of Preseason
Los Angeles Chargers rookie wide receiver Josh Palmer caught one pass for three yards and a touchdown in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers. Palmer put the Chargers on the board with his touchdown grab in the second quarter, but it was otherwise a quiet night. The former Tennessee Volunteer has been drawn […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJalen Guyton Snags Lone Target For 39 Yards
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Jalen Guyton showed off his speed in Sunday's preseason contest versus the San Francisco 49ers. Guyton caught a beautiful 39-yard pass from quarterback Easton Stick near the end of the first half. It would be his only target on the evening. The speedster is competing with fellow wide receivers Tyron […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoJoshua Kelley Struggles In Week 2 Of Preseason
Los Angeles Chargers running back Joshua Kelley struggled in his second game of the preseason against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday evening. With starter Austin Ekeler and veteran running back Justin Jackson being inactive, Kelley once again had a chance to prove himself. The former UCLA Bruin was unable to do that and finished […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoEaston Stick Tosses Touchdown
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Easton Stick worked as the starter in Sunday's preseason game versus the San Francisco 49ers and played the entire first half. Stick got the start with the Chargers electing to rest starter Justin Herbert for the entire preseason. Stick got off to a rough start and was sacked for a safety […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoDavid Price Picks Up Loss On Saturday
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher David Price struggled in Sunday's loss versus the New York Mets. Price got off to a rocky start with three runs being allowed in the top of the first inning, but he would settle down after that. The veteran would finish with a line of three hits, three runs, two […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAlec Mills Struggles In Loss
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Alec Mills got rocked against the Kansas City Royals in Sunday's loss. Mills went four innings and allowed 11 hits, seven runs (six earned), zero walks and struck out five on the afternoon. The right-hander has become a permanent member of the Cubs rotation with the recent subtractions of Trevor Williams […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoReynaldo Lopez Suffers First Loss
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez suffered his first loss of the season on Sunday versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Lopez went four innings and allowed six hits, three runs, zero walks and struck out four on the afternoon. The right-handed has been filling in Carlos Rodon (shoulder), but Rodon is expected to return […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoTim Anderson Will Miss Second Straight Game
Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson will miss his second consecutive game on Sunday versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Manager Tony La Russa said that Anderson's "legs are barking" and that if it were October, Anderson would be able to play. It's good news that Anderson isn't hurt and is just sore at the moment. […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKenley Jansen Converts 27th Save
Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen picked up his 27th save of the season on Saturday against the New York Mets. Jansen hit Kevin Pillar to open the frame, but then worked a 1-2-3 inning with two strikeouts to shut the door on the Mets. Jansen has been having a shaky second half, but he […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoAlbert Pujols Hits 15th Home Run In Victory
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Albert Pujols went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Saturday's victory versus the New York Mets. The veteran drew a rare start, but came through with his 10th home run as a Dodger in the process. Pujols has occasionally gotten starts for the Dodgers, but he has mainly worked […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoChris Taylor Launches 18th Home Run
Los Angeles Dodgers infielder/outfielder Chris Taylor went 1-for-3 with a walk, one run and two RBI in Saturday's victory against the New York Mets. Taylor's one hit was a rocket over the wall against Rich Hill. The first time All-Star has been having a great season, but was in a bit of a funk entering […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoTrea Turner Goes Yard In Victory
Los Angeles Dodgers middle infielder Trea Turner came up big in Saturday's win against the New York Mets. Turner went 3-for-4 on the afternoon with a home run. His home run would be a solo blast off of Rich Hill to open the bottom of the first inning. Turner has been enjoying his time with […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoMax Scherzer Continues To Enjoy Dodger Blue
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Max Scherzer went five innings in Saturday's victory versus the New York Mets. The veteran was dominant against his former division foe and the only thing that was able to stop him were the 103 pitches that he threw. Scherzer went five innings and allowed five hits, one run, one […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoSeby Zavala Hits Fifth Homer
Chicago White Sox catcher Seby Zavala went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss versus the Tampa Bay Rays. Zavala's blast in the top of the third inning would put the White Sox on the board, but it wouldn't be enough to hold off the Rays. The catcher has been filling in admirably […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoDallas Keuchel Picks Up Seventh Loss
Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel got hit hard in Saturday's loss versus the Tampa Bay Rays. The veteran went five innings and allowed nine hits, six runs, two walks and struck out three on the afternoon. The lefty has been having a mediocre season this year and has offered more value to the […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoPatrick Wisdom Homers For Second Straight Game
Chicago Cubs infielder/outfielder Patrick Wisdom went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's loss versus the Kansas City Royals. Wisdom provided the Cubs with their only offense of the afternoon when he launched his 20th home run of the season off of Kris Bubic in the bottom of the seventh inning. Wisdom has now […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years agoKeegan Thompson Suffers Loss On Saturday
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Keegan Thompson tossed four innings his Saturday's start versus the Kansas City Royals. Thompson was recently sent down to Triple-A Iowa to get stretched out for a starting role in the second half and Saturday marked his return. The young right-hander went four innings and allowed five hits, two runs, two […]
Daniel Burdeen 3 years ago