Strategies for Pitching to Succeed in Your Fantasy Baseball League
As Major League Baseball progresses into the second half of the season, fantasy baseball managers are keenly aware that tiny advantages can make a big difference in their rankings. One often overlooked strategy is streaming starting pitchers based on their matchups, particularly when those matchups feature teams like the Rockies or Pirates. To put it […]
Braves face criticism as top pitching prospect Didier Fuentes struggles
Braves Struggle Despite Season Expectations This season, the Braves are finding it hard to stay optimistic. Following injuries to their pitching staff, the team has called up 20-year-old Didier Fuentes, who started three times in High A and five times in Triple A this year. “Didier Fuentes is a bit of a gamble—purely based on […]
David Stearns is considering all possibilities with Mets pitching.
The Mets are currently facing some challenges with their pitching lineup, which isn’t in a state to receive immediate reinforcements. Sean Mania is set to pitch in his final rehab game on Tuesday, positioning him for a return to the mound on July 13 in Kansas City, just before the All-Star break. Kodai Senga is […]
Edwin Diaz’s strategy for his new changeup after adding it to his pitching skills
Pittsburgh – Edwin Diaz Tests New Changeup During his time with the Mets, Edwin Diaz primarily relied on fastballs and sliders. However, he experimented with a changeup this week, particularly in his outing against the Braves. Diaz, although excited about the prospect, lacked the confidence to fully commit to the pitch during the game. He […]
Strong Yankees pitching secures shutout victory despite low-scoring offense against A’s
The Yankees’ offense has been noticeably quiet lately, with Aaron Judge showing his human side over the past few weeks, seemingly affecting the entire team. Yet, if pitching can be this effective, maybe they can weather the storm. Will Warren stood out, delivering a solid performance as he passed the ball to three relievers to […]
Fernando Cruz employs his special pitching skills to help Yankees escape a tough situation.
Fernando Cruz’s “Gift Pitch” Shines Fernando Cruz refers to his splitter as his “gift pitch.” When it works as intended, it becomes a problem for opposing batters, leading to swings and errors. The right-handed reliever made a significant impact on Sunday, striking out three batters while facing two runners in a crucial eighth inning. His […]
Max Kranick placed on injured list due to elbow strain in setback for Mets’ pitching staff
Concern Grows for Mets’ Pitching Staff ATLANTA – Max Kranick has joined the ranks of the Mets’ pitching staff, which is increasingly worried about elbow injuries. The relief pitcher was put on the injured list on Thursday after experiencing strain in his elbow, prompting him to return to New York for an MRI. Earlier this […]
Shohei Ohtani briefly returns to pitching for the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani donned a Dodgers uniform for the first time, marking a significant step in his recovery following his second surgery to repair collateral ligaments that he had issues with in 2023. In his outing, which was anticipated to be brief, he pitched just one inning, giving up one run on two hits while throwing […]
Frankie Montas willing to take on any pitching position for the Mets amid challenging rehab difficulties
Frankie Montas might find himself in a new and unusual role following some challenging performances. Struggling with a 13.17 ERA over five rehab outings, he’s now being considered for a position in the bullpen once he’s back on track. After starting another rehabilitation stint with Triple-A Syracuse, coach Carlos Mendoza mentioned, “After this, we’ll make […]
Shohei Ohtani has a possibility of pitching in a game before the All-Star break.
Ohtani Making Progress, But Dodgers Exercise Caution The Dodgers aren’t rushing things with Shohei Ohtani despite his steady approach toward a return to the Major League mound. Ohtani recently participated in his third simulated game at Petco Park after undergoing elbow surgery in 2023. Even though this marks an important milestone, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts […]