CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 14: Starting pitcher Mike Clevinger #52 of the Cleveland Indians pitches during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins during the first game of a double header at Progressive Field on September 14, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Yankees dealing with another wave of injuries by FanSided
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After 14 major league seasons, Ian Kinsler has announced his retirement. He will step into a front office role with the San Diego Padres. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, San Diego Padres second baseman Ian Kinsler has announced his retirement. He will remain with the organization in a front office role. Kinsler spent
CC Sabathia will be recognized for his 19-years of greatness on the mound at the 2019 MLB All-Star Game in Cleveland, and rightfully so. Ever since he made his major league debut in 2001, CC Sabathia has been nothing short of a legendary pitcher. So it was only fitting that when he announced before the
Does the Home Run Derby hurt a player the rest of the reason? Not really, but the myth still lives on. It’s uncertain when the myth that the Home Run Derby negatively affects a hitter the rest of the season began, but it’s apogee likely came in 2005. That year in Comerica Park in Detroit,
HOUSTON, TX – JULY 05: Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) delivers the pitch in the first inning of a baseball game between the Houston Astros and the Los Angeles Angels during a MLB baseball game at Minute Maid Park, Friday, July 5, 2019, in Houston. (Photo by Juan DeLeon/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Let’s run through some of the greatest moments in MLB All-Star Game history as we prepare for the 2019 edition on Tuesday night. Feel free to call me biased, but of the four major American sports, Major League Baseball has the best All-Star Game. It’s also the longest-running All-Star Game, dating all the way back
TORONTO, ON – JULY 03: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays walks to first base in the eighth inning during a MLB game against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre on July 03, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) L.A. coffee shop bans Kawhi Leonard because he signed
This week marks the 30th anniversary of Bo Jackson’s memorable MLB All-Star Game moment. Let’s look back at it. The 2019 edition of the MLB All-Star Game takes place this week, creating new moments that will be etched in our memories. But July 11 marks the 30th anniversary of an All-Star Game moment, authored by
Cleveland Indians pitcher Shane Bieber wins MVP honors in front of his hometown crowd as the AL wins its seventh straight All-Star Game, 4-3, against the NL at Progressive Field. Two players, one who currently plays in Cleveland and another who spent a decade in an Indians uniform, led the American League to a 4-3
Christmas gifts can be incredible, or they can be downright disappointing. For the holiday season, our FanSided staff decided to compare our favorite sports teams, athletes, movies and TV shows to what might be waiting under the tree. From articles of clothing to gift cards to more exciting and unique presents, Christmas gifts can be
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 25: (L-R) Yoan Moncada #10 of the Chicago White Sox, Yolmer Sanchez #5, Tim Anderson #7, and Jose Abreu #79 waiting for a pitching change during the game against the Cleveland Indians at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 25, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images) Bellator Japan: Sidney
Nobody wants birds. Here are FanSided’s 12 Days of Christmas, in accordance with the gifts our favorite sports and movies have given us this holiday season. As Andrew Bernard learned the hard way, most of the gifts given in the famous “12 Days of Christmas” are just birds. In fact, if there are any wealthy
The New York Mets have signed Dellin Betances to a one-year deal. They are hoping that he can bounce back to help their bullpen in 2020. The New York Mets have reportedly signed free agent relief pitcher Dellin Betances to a one-year deal worth $10.5 million. Betances could earn $13 million if he makes 70
Faced with the prospect of a huge void at third base, the Atlanta Braves are coming back into the fray on Nolan Arenado. If the Colorado Rockies are willing to move Nolan Arenado, at least 25 teams could make a case to have interest in him. According to Jon Morosi of MLB.com, the Atlanta Braves
Josh Hader has been an elite relief pitcher during his brief MLB career, but the Yankees shouldn’t give up Miguel Andujar to acquire him. If the Yankees could be sure that Josh Hader would continue to pitch like a dominant reliever throughout the remainder of his prime, then trading Miguel Andujar to acquire him would
After the Christmas night deal with Edwin Encarnacion, here’s now the Chicago White Sox every day lineup stands to look like in 2020. The Chicago White Sox have made some notable additions so far this offseason, as the AL Central seems to be there for the taking. The latest rumors became reality on Christmas night,
Signing Gerrit Cole was an immense boost for the Yankees, but Brian Cashman still needs to fill one more hole in his roster before Spring Training begins. Spending a small fortune to sign Gerrit Cole was the biggest move the Yankees will make this offseason, but it doesn’t mean work is done for Brian Cashman
Most of the big names are off the table, but there’s still value to be had for MLB teams sifting through the remaining free agents. The demise of MLB free agency may have been greatly exaggerated — at least for the time being. Despite worry over collusion, tanking teams and limited market for veterans, spending
Bryan Reynolds is toiling in the obscurity that comes with being a Pittsburgh Pirate, but he may pull off something really unprecedented this year. Entering play on Friday, Bryan Reynolds is leading the National League with a .335 batting average. Who, you say? He’s a rookie outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who started this season
As the Pittsburgh Pirates possibly look to move Starling Marte, these five teams should have interest in trading for him. Coming off a 69-93 season, with a new manager (Derek Shelton) and general manager (Ben Cherington), the Pittsburgh Pirates are staring down at least a reset if not a full-on rebuild. Starling Marte has lingered
SAN DIEGO, CA – SEPTEMBER 24: Rich Hill #44 of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches during the the first inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park September 24, 2019 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images) John Dorsey out as Browns remain as dysfunctional as ever by
If the Colorado Rockies are really open to trading Nolan Arenado, these five teams should be in the mix. One of the most significant free agents went off the board Wednesday night, as Anthony Rendon signed a seven-year, $245 million deal with the Los Angeles Angels. That also leaves teams looking for a third baseman
The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a deal with shortstop Didi Gregorius to round out their infield. With his value and bargaining power reduced after a down year in 2019, veteran shortstop Didi Gregorius was open to taking a one-year deal with an eye on re-establishing himself as a high-end offensive option at a premium