MLB free agency: Pirates add lefty Andrew Heaney on one-year deal to boost pitching depth, per report

Tarik El-Abour's Journey in BaseballTarik El-Abour, diagnosed with autism at age three, pursued his dream of becoming a baseball player despite discouraging remarks from a teacher. After playing in the Empire League and signing with the Kansas City Royals in 2018, he became the first recorded autistic player in MLB history. El-Abour, currently playing in the Zone 22 scouting league, views his autism as an asset that enhances his focus and determination, contrasting the negative...

The Diamondbacks are optioning Jake McCarthy to Triple-A Reno after a poor start to the season, hitting just three times in 41 at-bats, with Jorge Barrosa likely to be recalled to replace him in the outfield. McCarthy, coming off a strong previous season, has struggled despite making contact, leading to his diminished playing time, while Barrosa has performed well in Triple-A this year. Additionally, reliever A.J. Puk is scheduled for an MRI due to elbow...

Jazz Chisholm Jr. is awaiting MLB's review of his one-game suspension while trying to overcome a slump, highlighted by a two-run homer in the Yankees' 6-4 loss to the Guardians. Despite his power, with seven homers this season, Chisholm's strikeout rate is concerning, dropping his batting average to .161. Meanwhile, Clarke Schmidt struggled in his start, yielding back-to-back homers and finishing with a 7.45 ERA, while Jasson Dominguez provided a spark with a 445-foot homer,...

The Blue Jays have optioned fifth starter Easton Lucas to Triple-A Buffalo and recalled reliever Josh Walker, resulting in a four-man rotation for now. Chris Bassitt and Bowden Francis will follow Kevin Gausman in the Houston series, with José Berríos starting against the Yankees; the Jays plan to revert to a five-man rotation soon, despite Lucas's struggles and Max Scherzer's uncertain return from injury. With limited depth beyond the starting five, the team faces challenges...

Mets Triumph Over PhilliesMets shortstop Francisco Lindor had an impressive performance, hitting two home runs and driving in four RBIs, leading the first-place New York Mets to a 5-4 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies. This win came during the opening game of a significant three-game series at Citi Field. Lindor's contributions were crucial in maintaining the Mets' position atop the National League East standings. Full Article