Right-hander Ian Anderson has made a splash as a rookie pitcher for the Atlanta Braves.
Former Yankees Ace CC Sabathia Tears Into ‘Clown’ Carlos Correa and the Astros in Profanity-Laced Rant
Former New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia recently tore into Carlos Correa and the Houston Astros in a profanity-laced rant.
The Question ‘Who Was the First Pro Athlete to Make $1 Million In a Single Season?’ Has a Tricky Answer
The question ‘Who was the first professional athlete to make a million dollars in a single season?’ doesn’t have a simple answer.
What Pitchers Have the Most Career Home Runs Allowed in MLB History?
When you think about MLB pitchers with most home runs allowed in a career, it’s easy to assume they were bad. In reality, our top 10 features six Hall of Famers.
Gerrit Cole Made Yankees Announcer Suzyn Waldman Pay up on a 2011 Promise
Gerrit Cole met announcer Suzyn Waldman in 2011 and made her promise she would sing the national anthem if he ever joined the New York Yankees.
Dodgers Pitcher Joe Kelly Just Became America’s Hero by Giving the Astros What They Deserve
Joe Kelly received a standing ovation from America Tuesday night when he delivered some payback to the cheating Houston Astros.
What Happened to Former MLB Tough Guy Kyle Farnsworth?
A look at the career and post-MLB life of former pitcher Kyle Farnsworth, who was widely regarded as one of baseball’s toughest players.
David Price Slams MLB and Rob Manfred Over the Miami Marlins Coronavirus Outbreak
David Price, who opted out of the 2020 season, called out MLB and commissioner Rob Manfred following the Miami Marlins’ coronavirus outbreak.
The Tragic Death of Former All-Star Pitcher Jose Lima
Jose Lima was more than a MLB pitcher. He was a personality. He was Lima Time every time he stepped on to the mound. He tragically died at just 37.
Gerrit Cole Will Make More Money in 2020 Than the Entire Pittsburgh Pirates Roster
Gerrit Cole had his 2020 salary cut by more than half, but he’s still set to make more than his old team’s entire roster.
Gerrit Cole Will Lose $23 Million This Season Because of Rob Manfred’s Incompetence
Gerrit Cole was scheduled to make $36 million in 2020, but that figure has been slashed due to MLB’s shortened season.
Wei-Yin Chen Will be MLB’s Second Highest-Paid Player in 2020 Despite Not Throwing a Single Pitch
With MLB’s biggest stars earning less than normal this season, a surprising name has emerged as one of the league’s highest-paid players.
A Look at the Best 60-Game Stretches in Every Major MLB Category
Ahead of what’s sure to be a wild 2020 MLB season, here’s a look at the best 60-game stretches in history in numerous categories.
3-Time Cy Young Winner Max Scherzer Has an Odd Problem With Shin-Soo Choo
Three-time Cy Young Award winner and World Series champion Max Scherzer has had major problems facing a particular batter over the years.
The Complete List of MLB Players Opting Out of the 2020 Season
Here’s a look at updated list of every MLB player that’s choosing not to play the 2020 season due to COVID-19 concerns.
Who is Sean Doolittle, Major League Baseball’s Voice of Reason?
As Major League Baseball tries to restart its season, Washington Nationals reliever Sean Doolittle has emerged as a voice of reason.
David Price Almost Quit Baseball and Got a Job at McDonald’s Before Making $184 Million in the Big Leagues
During his time in Major League Baseball, David Price has made hundreds of millions. During college, however, he almost quit baseball and took a job at McDonald’s.
Yankees Pitcher Aroldis Chapman Worked as Cuban Government Informant Before Defecting
New York Yankees pitcher Aroldis Chapman is one of the best relievers in baseball. Just over a decade ago, he worked as an informant for the Cuban government.
Are Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer Friends?
Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander formed the backbone of a ferocious Detroit Tigers pitching staff, but were they friends when they played together?
The Tragic Death of Cardinals Pitcher Darryl Kile Stunned the Baseball World
Darryl Kile threw a no-hitter and made three All-Star games in his career, but he tragically passed away in 2002 at the age of 33.
Curt Schilling Has a Collection of Nazi Memorabilia and Doesn’t See a Problem With It
In 2015, Curt Schilling posted his collection of Nazi memorabilia from World War II on Facebook, and he still has it on his page today.
The Tragic Death of MLB Pitcher Roy Halladay
During his time in Major League Baseball, Roy Halladay established himself as an elite pitcher. His life, however, ended in tragedy.
How Did Nolan Ryan Never Win a Cy Young Award?
A look back on the career of Nolan Ryan, who somehow never won a Cy Young Award despite holding numerous MLB pitching records.
Red Sox Pitcher Chris Sale Has a Contract Quirk That’ll Keep Him Paid After Retirement
Chris Sale has already made a lot of money playing baseball. But a weird quirk in his contract has secured his finances for years to come.
The Tragic Death of Marlins Phenom José Fernández
José Fernández was already one of the most dominant pitchers in the MLB at 24 years old, but a boating accident tragically ended his life.
MLB Draft: The 5 Lowest Picks to Make the Baseball Hall of Fame
A look at the five lowest picks in MLB draft history to make it to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
The Crazy Journey of 2004 MLB No. 1 Draft Pick Matt Bush Included Years in Prison
Matt Bush was the No. 1 pick in the 2004 MLB Draft. Ten years later he sat in prison hoping for another chance. He got it in 2015.
MLB Draft: Only One-Third of the 24 Players Taken Ahead of Mike Trout in 2009 Are Still in the Majors
In the 2011 MLB draft, Mike Trout was taken with the 25th pick. Of the 24 players taken ahead of him, only eight are still in the majors.
What Happened to Armando Galarraga After He Was Robbed of a Perfect Game 10 Years Ago?
Former Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga was robbed of a perfect game 10 years ago today. What happened to him after that fateful day?
What Was Roy Halladay’s Net Worth at the Time of His Death?
Roy Halladay was one of the most dominant pitchers after the turn of the century. He died tragically at age 40 in 2017. What was Roy Halladay’s net worth at the time of his death?
Dave Dravecky Didn’t Let Cancer and a Horrific Pitching Injury Define His Legacy
Dave Dravecky was on his way to having a solid career as a starting left-handed pitcher when life went sideways for him in 1988. A 21st-round draft pick of the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1978 MLB draft, the Youngstown Ohio native compiled 64 wins against 57 losses in his eight years in the majors. Dravecky, …
Bartolo Colon’s Tough Childhood Set the Stage for His $117 Million Major League Baseball Career
While we now know him as ‘Big Sexy,’ Bartolo Colon grew up working with his father in the Dominican Republic. That labor, however, set the stage for his MLB career.
What Happened to Former World Series MVP Josh Beckett?
Josh Beckett enjoyed a successful career as a MLB pitcher and he ended his career on a great note by throwing a no-hitter in his last season.
Madison Bumgarner Once Dated a Girl Named Madison Bumgarner
Madison Bumgarner is a simple man. So simple, in fact, that he once dated a girl with the same name as his and couldn’t have cared less.
5 Athletes Who Got Caught Cheating on Live TV
Cheating occurs in every professional sport. Here are five of the most egregious cheating incidents ever caught on camera.
Curt Schilling Lost His Entire $115 Million Career Earnings on a Video Game
Curt Schilling earned more than $115 million during his MLB career, but he lost it all on a video game just three years after retirement.
Rollie Fingers’ Mustache Began as a Joke, Then He Chose It Over Baseball
MLB Hall of Fame pitcher Rollie Fingers grew his mustache as a joke, but he wound up choosing his facial hair over baseball.
What Happened to Controversial MLB Pitcher John Rocker?
A look back at the career and controversial comments of former MLB pitcher John Rocker and what he did after leaving baseball.
Is Cy Young the Best Pitcher Ever?
Many fans only know Cy Young as the namesake of the MLB award. However, Young might have also been the greatest pitcher of all time.
Why Is a Strikeout Abbreviated With a ‘K’?
Baseball is full of weird traditions and customs that can be confusing to newcomers. For instance, why is a ‘K’ used to abbreviate a strikeout?
How Former MLB Pitcher Dan Haren Is Using Bobbleheads to Fight the Coronavirus Pandemic
Former All-Star pitcher Dan Haren is finding a unique way to help families affected by the coronavirus shutdown: bobbleheads.
Why Oscar Colas Is an MLB Prospect Name Worth Knowing
Scouts are always on the lookout for the next big baseball prospect. Oscar Colas is a name that many MLB teams are focused on right now.
What Age Do Scouts Start Looking at Baseball Players?
Baseball scouts are always on the lookout for the next great player. Like most sports, baseball scouts start looking at players very early.
The 2020 NL Cy Young Sleeper You May Not Know
Mike Soroka quietly produced one of the best rookie seasons for a starting pitcher in decades. Now it’s time for him to make the jump to elite.
Do Young MLB Stars Have Any Contract Leverage?
Pitcher Jack Flaherty was exceptional down the stretch in helping the St. Louis Cardinals to a division title in 2019 but will earn little more than the league minimum this summer.
Is Jeff Samardzija a Good fit for the Yankees?
The New York Yankees are in need of starting pitching help with Luis Severino out for the season. Is Samardzija the right fit for a trade?
Trevor Bauer Used a Painful Experiment to Try to Improve His Pitching
Trevor Bauer isn’t one to shy away from unconventional ideas or practices. But one painful experiment he tried on himself was just plain weird.
Bartolo Colon Plans to Pitch in 2020, Just not in MLB
Bartolo Colon will pitch in 2020, but not in the MLB. Take a look at what baseball team decided to give a shot for the veteran pitcher.
Will Roger Clemens Ever Get Into the Hall of Fame?
Roger Clemens is one of the most polarizing figures in baseball. Despite his incredible resume a few scandals could keep him out of the Hall of Fame.
Who is the Highest-Paid Pitcher in Baseball in 2020?
It’s close at the top, but only one ace hurler can lay claim to being No. 1 among the highest-paid pitchers in Major League Baseball.