Youth movement helping to usher in new era of Athletics baseball

The New York Yankees' acquisition of Devin Williams aimed to resolve their bullpen issues after 87 blown saves from 2021-24, but he has struggled with a 7.88 ERA early in the season, raising concerns about the trade's success. Despite the disappointing start, it's noted that Williams typically underperforms at the beginning of the season, leaving room for optimism. Meanwhile, Milwaukee's prospect Caleb Durbin shows promise, which raises the stakes for Williams to regain his elite...

The Marlins have outrighted left-hander Patrick Monteverde to Triple-A Jacksonville after he cleared waivers, following his designation for assignment on Sunday. Monteverde, 27, made his MLB debut on Saturday, pitching 3 2/3 innings and allowing four earned runs against the Phillies. An eighth-round pick in 2021, he has a minor league ERA of 4.26, with a strikeout rate of 23.6% and a walk rate of 8.6%, and was previously ranked as the #24 prospect in...

Kansas City Royals ace Cole Ragans is undergoing tests after leaving Thursday's game against the Colorado Rockies due to groin tightness. Manager Matt Quatraro noted Ragans appeared uncomfortable, as he allowed four earned runs on three hits and struck out four batters over 62 pitches before being replaced by Angel Zerpa. This season, the 27-year-old Ragans has a 4.40 ERA, a 1.17 WHIP, and leads the American League with 46 strikeouts in 30 2/3 innings...

The Blue Jays have signed right-handed pitcher Connor Overton to a minor league contract after he was released by the Mets following a solid spring training. Overton, who made his MLB debut with the Jays in 2021, has a career 4.85 ERA in 59 1/3 major league innings but has excelled in Triple-A with a 3.87 ERA over 116 1/3 innings. The Jays are dealing with significant pitching depth issues due to injuries, prompting their...

Bob Costas has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by Baseball Digest, recognizing his significant contributions to Major League Baseball. This marks the fifth award presented, following honorees like Willie Mays and Vin Scully in previous years. Costas has hosted numerous high-profile MLB events and has been a longstanding figure at MLB Network; he expressed his deep connection to the game, emphasizing his hope to have made a meaningful impact throughout his career. Full Article