The Joy of Six Picks

Jazz Chisholm Jr., infielder for the New York Yankees, expressed his displeasure with the strike zone during Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, leading to his ejection for arguing a called third strike by umpire John Bacon in the seventh inning. Despite benefiting from a questionable call earlier in the at-bat, Chisholm reacted on social media, claiming the call was "not even f-----g close." With a season average of .169 and six home runs...

The Phillies secured a 6-4 victory over the Giants, highlighted by a five-run first inning and Cristopher Sanchez's career-high 12 strikeouts over seven innings. Despite a shaky start, Sanchez, who allowed three runs (two earned) and one walk, effectively utilized his changeup to dominate the Giants' lineup. Philadelphia improved to 11-8 overall, while Nick Castellanos left the game with hip tightness and Brandon Marsh sat out with a knee strain; both are expected to return...

Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy revealed that pitcher Patrick Corbin nearly missed his start against the Los Angeles Angels due to a bizarre injury from a venomous creature bite, causing him significant discomfort. Despite this challenge, Corbin delivered a strong performance, allowing one run on five hits and striking out six over 5 1/3 innings to secure his first win of the season. Corbin, who joined the Rangers on a one-year contract after a series...

Jorge Lopez's recent suspension for throwing a pitch near Andrew McCutchen's head underscores Major League Baseball's inadequate approach to player mental health and emotional wellness. Lopez has been struggling emotionally, as evidenced by his visible frustration during the previous season with the Mets, where he was ejected after throwing his glove into the stands following a key home run. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges the league faces in addressing the mental and emotional well-being...

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided an update on Shohei Ohtani's potential return to pitching, indicating that Ohtani will soon start facing hitters but that a return to the mound is still a couple of months away. Ohtani, who has not pitched since undergoing elbow surgery while with the Los Angeles Angels, resumed his pitching preparation in March, impressing Roberts during a recent bullpen session with easy velocity. The 30-year-old has a career record...