Feb 25, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Juan Soto (22) celebrates a three run home run during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports The Yankees have a golden opportunity to contend for the World Series this season, bolstered by star slugger Aaron … [Read more...] about The Yankees will likely face a $500 million question next off-season
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The Yankees might get an All-Star appearance from an unsuspecting starting pitcher
Brad Penner-USA TODAY SportsBrad Penner-USA TODAY Sports At the outset of spring training, many speculated that Gerrit Cole would be the most likely Yankees pitcher to secure an All-Star nod due to his consistent performance over the years. Though Nestor Cortes made a notable splash in 2022, Cole has remained a benchmark of reliability. Schmidt Emerges as a Star … [Read more...] about The Yankees might get an All-Star appearance from an unsuspecting starting pitcher
The Yankees’ batting order could get even better with ice-cold infielder heating up
Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY SportsJesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports The Yankees delivered a commanding performance against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday afternoon, securing a series sweep with robust offensive support and an exceptional outing from starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt. Schmidt pitched 8.0 scoreless innings, effectively lowering his ERA to 2.49. Torres Shows … [Read more...] about The Yankees’ batting order could get even better with ice-cold infielder heating up
Open Thread: Mets vs. Phillies, 5/16/24
Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Brandon Nimmo was a late scratch from the lineup due to illness. Tyrone Taylor is leading off and DJ Stewart will play left field as the Mets try to salvage this week of games against the Phillies. Mets lineup Tyrone Taylor - CF Pete Alonso - 1B Francisco Lindor - SS J.D. Martinez - DH DJ Stewart - LF Starling Marte - RF Brett Baty - … [Read more...] about Open Thread: Mets vs. Phillies, 5/16/24
Mets 6, Phillies 5: Mets leave Philly on a high note, eking out an extra-inning victory
Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images It was a nail-biter until the end, but the Mets held on for a desperately needed win. The Mets eked out 6-5 victory in Philadelphia in a chaotic ping-pong affair to salvage this week of games against the Phillies. Pete Alonso got things started for the Mets early with an absolute laser beam of a solo home run in the … [Read more...] about Mets 6, Phillies 5: Mets leave Philly on a high note, eking out an extra-inning victory