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Columbus cambió el libreto: pitcheo, defensa y batazos oportunos para vencer 5–1 a St. Paul

Los Columbus Clippers necesitaban una respuesta después de una jornada en la que St. Paul había castigado constantemente con el poder, y la…

Columbus remontó dos veces, pero St. Paul volvió a decidir el juego con poder

Los Columbus Clippers encontraron ofensiva, respondieron cada vez que St. Paul golpeó durante buena parte del encuentro y llegaron al…

Con Siete vuelacercas St. Paul castigan a Columbus en la reanudación del juego suspendido

Los Columbus Clippers no pudieron aprovechar la oportunidad que encontraron apenas se reanudó el encuentro suspendido por lluvia y…

Cinco jonrones y 19 carreras: Columbus aplasta a St. Paul para abrir la serie

Los Columbus Clippers necesitaron apenas unos minutos para convertir un comienzo incómodo en una de sus actuaciones ofensivas más…

Josh Bell Has Been a Real Difference Maker on the Twins

In addition, before this season, he had been traded at the previous three deadlines. But he has been a strong presence in the middle of a…

Columbus gana sin jonrones: paciencia, Maltrud y un inning de cinco carreras someten a Omaha

Los Columbus Clippers demostraron este sábado que no necesitan vivir exclusivamente del cuadrangular para producir en grande.

The Dominican Republic’s Baseball Empire

How a single island continues to produce the most electric talent in professional sports

Fry vuelve a castigar y Columbus responde con pitcheo, defensa y producción oportuna

Los Columbus Clippers regresaron a la columna de victorias con un triunfo 6–2 sobre los Omaha Storm Chasers la noche del viernes en…

Ralphy Velazquez deja la jugada de la noche, pero Omaha frena a Columbus en Copa Night

Los Columbus Clippers, jugando como Los Veleros de Columbus durante la tradicional Copa Night, no pudieron repetir la explosión ofensiva de…

Columbus responde a la remontada de Omaha y explota con cinco jonrones en triunfo 15–7

Los Columbus Clippers vieron desaparecer una ventaja de cinco carreras, llegaron a estar abajo por primera vez en la quinta entrada y…

FriarNotes: Padres’ post-All-Star break surge powered by Merrill, Tatis, Machado, France, Rengifo…

By Bill Center

Jacobs Field or Progressive Field? The Cleveland Ballpark Name Explained

If one Cleveland fan says Jacobs Field and another says Progressive Field, they may be talking about the same downtown ballpark.

Columbus reaccionó dos veces, pero Syracuse ganó 6–5 en los detalles

Los Columbus Clippers volvieron a competir hasta el final, pero esta vez los pequeños detalles terminaron inclinando la balanza.

Columbus dejó escapar cinco carreras de ventaja y Syracuse castigó al bullpen en el octavo

Los Columbus Clippers parecían encaminados a prolongar su buen comienzo de serie en Syracuse. Dos cuadrangulares en la segunda entrada les…

A Look at the 2026 Rays Trade Deadline

New York and Baseball

So as you all probably know by now, New York is one of Americas homed lands for baseball, including past and current teams like the New…

A Primer On Pirate Trade Deadline Acquisition Pitcher Luke Weaver

Update Aug. 8, 2026 1:54 p.m.

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Astros 2026 Trade Deadline Proposal

As of July 30, the Astros have a 37.7% chance to make the playoffs. Rather than making large splashes, I believe Houston should focus on…

Game Gallery: Astros @ Angels, 7/29/26

The Angels drop the last of the three-game set against the Astros, 7–4. Starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez struck out six during his five…

FriarNotes: Padres hopes get big boost as “Core Four” bats get hot; Notes on Rengifo, Cronenworth…

By Bill Center

Game Gallery: Astros @ Angels, 7/28/26

The Halos kept the game tied until the ninth but drop the second of the three-game series against the Astros, 3–2. Starting pitcher Reid…

Game Gallery: Astros @ Angels, 7/27/26

Welcome to Beach Week at the Big A! Prior to the game, the team was presented with the Bobby Murcer Award for the American League, which…

Thoughts on The 2026 Hall of Fame Weekend

Seth talks about the Hall of Fame weekend hats and celebrates this year’s inductees.

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Discussing a new-look rotation and other subjects

To hear manager Craig Stammen talk about it, the Padres have two quality starting pitchers right now in Michael King and Walker Buehler and…

FriarNotes: Rengifo delivers again; Notes on Machado, Morejon, France, Miller, Minors, History

By Bill Center

The Best Closer in Baseball is Reportedly Available. Who Lands Him?

At last year’s deadline, the Padres went all-in, sacrificing blue-chip prospect Leo De Vries to land Mason Miller. Since arriving, Miller…

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: The Padres manager recently discussed the Padres’ possibilities, Bogaerts’…

The All-Star break did little to ease the Padres’ busy schedule. They played 17 games in 17 days going into the break and opened the second…

FriarNotes: Merrill has 4 HRs in 4 games; Notes on King, Rengifo, Cronenworth, Minors, History

By Bill Center

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Discussing Tuesday’s home run explosion, Michael King, Luis Rengifo, Luis…

Stammen opened Wednesday’s pregame media session talking about Tuesday night’s offensive explosion:

FriarNotes: France, Merrill homer twice in 19–2 romp; Notes on Tatis, Machado, Campusano

By Bill Center

Manny Machado mental reset can revive Padres slugger

Manny Machado mental reset during his career-worst slump could revive the Padres slugger. Can the veteran rediscover his elite form?

PSPBL Week 16 Power Rankings

It’s all-star break time in the PSPBL, which means we’re due for a long Week 17, as well as for the chance to take pause, look at where the…

FriarNotes: Machado, Cronenworth, France, Campusano finish first half strong; Another milestone for…

By Bill Center

Radford’s Ladd, Liberty’s Blair selected on second day of MLB Draft

A pair of former River City baseball standouts were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft on Sunday night…

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Padres draft “big” high school pitcher, activate Waldron, option Brito and…

The Padres made considerable news off the field Saturday before the penultimate game going into the All-Star break.

The Death of the Chess Match: A Gen X Manifesto on Why ALL MLB Pitchers Should Still Hit

Why baseball’s most human moments died with the pitcher’s spot in the order

Team Building Philosophies: Categorizing Every Organization before the MLB Draft

Tomorrow marks the start of the 2026 MLB Draft, where every organization will look to add more pieces to its future. While fans often focus…

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Looking for a series victory going into the All-Star break and thoughts on Xander…

After splitting a four-game series with Arizona, the Padres host the Toronto Blue Jays for three games at Petco Park heading into the…

2026 St. Louis Cardinals Full Mock Draft

MLB mock drafts are often an exercise in futility.

How Batting Average Became Baseball’s Most Underrated Statistic

For the majority of baseball history, batting average was considered one of the defining statistics for a hitter. A .300 season meant…

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Discussing the value of aggressive base running; Plus thoughts on Griffin…

Not only did the Padres steal three bases in Wednesday night’s 10–4 win over Arizona at Petco Park, they were aggressive on the bases while…

Which 2026 MLB All-Stars Have Cooperstown Resumes?

Every summer, baseball gathers its brightest stars in one stadium. Some are enjoying a career year. Others are having a breakout moment…

FriarNotes: 4 RHPs star in Tuesday win over Arizona; Notes on Campusano, Taylor, Minors

By Bill Center

CRAIG’S COMMENTS: Padres promote INF-OF Rengifo as Taylor goes on IL; Fermin starts rehab…

Before Wednesday night’s game against Arizona at Petco Park, the Padres promoted infielder-outfielder Luis Rengifo from Triple-A El Paso…

Rest in Peace Phil Reagan

By Jay Horwitz

Much-Deserving Pages Finally Named an All-Star Game Starter

He is the youngest of four Dodgers positional starters for the National League All-Stars.

FriarNotes: Cronenworth getting hot; Notes on Tatis, Sheets, Buehler, Minor League Players of the…

By Bill Center

2026 MLB Draft Top 350

It’s that time for my personal top 350 for the 2026 MLB Draft! Over 550 players were reviewed to arrive at this ranking.