May 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Shane Baz (11) throws a pitch against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images The so-called “Citrus Bowl” baseball series — which concludes on Sunday afternoon with the rubber match of the three-game set between…
May 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Michael Wacha (52) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-Imagn Images Since leaving St. Louis, Michael Wacha has been unbeatable when he squares off against the Cardinals. The host Kansas City…
May 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) round the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago White Sox during the fifth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Dansby Swanson has turned the corner after a season-opening slump. The Chicago Cubs shortstop has delivered at…
Feb 22, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Zebby Matthews (52) pitching during the first inning of their game against the Atlanta Braves at Lee Health Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to ace right-hander Freddy Peralta to try to halt the visiting Minnesota Twins’ 13-game winning…
Feb 23, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) holds up three fingers during a free throw against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images It’s a big day in the NBA. Why? Because we’ve got a Game 7 on deck between two…
May 17, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (29) celebrates after hitting a one run home run during the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt made a request of the Seattle Mariners after a 4-1 loss…
May 17, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) follows through on a single against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images The first two games of a hyped Subway Series between the New York Mets and New York Yankees…
May 12, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi (16) delivers during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images Two of the top home-run hitting teams in baseball have not disappointed in a pair of head-to-head matchups, with the host Los…
Feb 22, 2025; Fort Myers, Florida, USA; Minnesota Twins pitcher Zebby Matthews (52) pitching during the first inning of their game against the Atlanta Braves at Lee Health Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Chris Tilley-Imagn Images The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to ace right-hander Freddy Peralta to try to halt the visiting Minnesota Twins’ 13-game winning…
When it came to the Detroit Tigers, seeing was disbelieving — at least in the eyes of the oddsmakers and sports bettors. Detroit’s stunning rally to grab an American League wild-card spot and then eliminate Houston in the playoffs last year seemed like a mirage. A typical All-Star player made more than the combined salaries…
