Fernando Cruz
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How the Yankees Proceed After Fernando Cruz’s Injury

The New York Yankees’ pitching staff suffered another blow on Wednesday, as reliever Fernando Cruz was ruled out for 2026 with a torn UCL in his right elbow. Cruz, 36, joins a long list of Yankee pitchers who have missed time this season. That list includes starters Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon, Max Fried, Ryan Weathers, […]

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Juan Soto
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Mets Activate Juan Soto off Injured List

The wait is over as the New York Mets activated outfielder Juan Soto off the injured list ahead of Saturday’s game against the Houston Astros at Citi Field. Soto will play designated hitter and bat second in the order behind Francisco Lindor. In a corresponding move, the Mets optioned infielder Eric Wagaman to Triple-A Syracuse. […]

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Yankees right-hander Paul Blackburn, the #1 AL Setup Man in the Week 21 Reliever Rankings
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Reliever Roundup & Bullpen Bonanza: Week 21 Rankings

Reliever Roundup & Bullpen Bonanza, Week 21 Rankings Welcome to Reliever Roundup and Bullpen Bonanza! These analyses and rankings take it to a different level than the other reliever rankings and coverage you’ve seen. We will separate our rankings by closers, setup men, and middle relievers. (We aren’t going to worry about ranking long relievers; […]

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Carson Benge
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Carson Benge Finds Success With Mets

From smashing home runs to making defensive plays, Carson Benge has found success on multiple fronts with the New York Mets. After struggling at the start of 2026, the rookie right fielder has bounced back to the tune of recording 135 hits, 16 home runs and 135 RBI on a .279 average. Even so, that […]

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Mark Vientos
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Mets Unsure About Mark Vientos Role

With his return looming, the New York Mets are unsure about what role Mark Vientos will play for them. He is in the process of recovering from a fractured wrist that has sidelined him since July 10. He also struggled with hitting and fielding, while other viable options have surfaced. “I don’t know. I was […]

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Lawrence Butler of the Athletics celebrating a home run against the Twins
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Athletics Rally to Stun Twins

Athletics 7, Twins 4 The Athletics rebounded from an early 3–0 deficit to overcome the Minnesota Twins, 7–4, Wednesday night in West Sacramento. Athletics starting pitcher J.T. Ginn allowed four runs on six hits, with three of the hits being solo home runs. Additionally, he walked two and struck out three. Twins starter Connor Prielipp […]

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Francisco Lindor
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Francisco Lindor Rises to the Occasion

Despite struggling to start the regular season, Francisco Lindor has risen to the occasion when the New York Mets needed it most. During Tuesday’s series opener against the Milwaukee Brewers, he went 2-for-4 out of the lead off spot with a home run. He also put his defensive capabilities on display, making an improbable catch […]

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Gage Jump of the Athletics pitching against the Twins
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Jump Leads Athletics Past Twins Backed by Clutch Hitting

Athletics 4, Twins 2 Gage Jump did not allow a hit until the fourth inning, ultimately lasting into the seventh and striking out nine as his Athletics defeated the visiting Minnesota Twins, 4–2, Tuesday night in West Sacramento. Jump and the relief trio of Hogan Harris, Luis Medina, and Elvis Alvarado combined to limit the […]

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