Pittsburgh Pirates top prospects 2025: Another promising pitcher is ready to join Paul Skenes and Jared Jones

Summary The Yankees (11-7) are set to face the Rays (8-10) in a four-game series in Tampa Bay, with New York currently leading the AL East. Key players Austin Wells (.182 BA) and Cody Bellinger (.185) have struggled at the plate, though both exhibit power potential, with Wells having a 51.2% hard-hit rate and Bellinger at 55.3%. Given their strong spring performances, this series presents an opportunity for both players to revitalize their seasons and...

The 2025 season for the Atlanta Braves is off to a disastrous start, but help is on the way in the form of ace Spencer Strider. Strider made his first start since April 2024, pitching into the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing five hits and two runs while striking out five. Despite his return, the Braves lost 3-1, falling to 5-13 on the season, highlighting their need for improvement, and prompting a...

The Braves have recalled outfielder Alex Verdugo from Triple-A Gwinnett, optioning Bryan De La Cruz in the process. Verdugo, a 29-year-old veteran, struggled last season with the Yankees, leading to a delayed free agency and a $1.5MM deal with Atlanta. With the Braves' outfield underperforming, Verdugo's presence may help stabilize the situation until Ronald Acuña Jr. returns from injury, although his production remains uncertain after a lackluster performance in the minors. Full Article

MLB Suspensions Following Incident Involving Jorge LopezMajor League Baseball announced suspensions for Nationals reliever Jorge Lopez and manager Davey Martinez after Lopez's fastball nearly hit Andrew McCutchen, leading to an ejection and benches clearing. Lopez received a three-game suspension, which he plans to appeal, while Martinez was suspended for one game, serving it immediately. Despite the league's belief that Lopez intentionally threw at McCutchen, both Lopez and McCutchen denied intent, with Lopez's recent performance raising...

The White Sox have designated veteran catcher Omar Narvaez for assignment, promoting top prospect Edgar Quero to the majors in his place. Narvaez, who had a brief stint with the team, posted a .201 average in recent seasons, including only four games this year. The Sox also reinstated outfielder Andrew Benintendi from the injured list, while Greg Jones was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte; Benintendi's strong performance could make him a viable trade candidate later in...