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Reds Snap Brewers 14 Game Win Streak In Extras
The Cincinnati Reds walked off the Milwaukee Brewers in extra innings on Sunday, snapping the Brew Crew’s franchise-record 14-game winning streak. Milwaukee’s run had surpassed the club’s previous best of 13 straight, set in 1987.
Trevor Poetzinger
3 days ago3 min read


Best Moments From Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series Run
The Cubs’ postseason began with a nail-biting 1–0 win over the Giants at Wrigley Field. In a scoreless game in the eighth inning, a young Javier Báez stepped in against veteran pitcher Johnny Cueto.
Trevor Poetzinger
Jun 146 min read


Motor City Magic: Skubal Steering Tigers to the Top
For the first time since May 2014, the Detroit Tigers hold the best record in Major League Baseball. Riding the dominance of ace Tarik Skubal, this 2025 squad is proving last year’s playoff run was no fluke.
Trevor Poetzinger
May 212 min read


MLB Game Recaps: 4/12/25
It was an action-packed Saturday for Major League Baseball, as 14 games were showcased on April 12th. The Chicago Cubs' bats exploded against the Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Angels continued their hot start of 2025.
Trevor Poetzinger
Apr 1310 min read


Chicago Baseball On Top! Cubs, White Sox Win Opening Day Match-ups
It’s a wonderful time to be a Chicago baseball fan. The Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs each won their Opening Day games on March 27th, g
Trevor Poetzinger
Mar 293 min read


Way-Too-Early MLB Awards Picks: AL & NL Edition
I’m locking in my early predictions for baseball’s biggest honors. From MVP to Cy Young to Rookie of the Year, here’s who I think could rise
Trevor Poetzinger
Mar 233 min read


Spring Training Update: Who's Hot And Who's Not?
With Opening Day only 16 days away, now is a good time to dive into spring training and see who's been performing well and who's been...
Trevor Poetzinger
Mar 112 min read


Blue Jays, Guerrero Jr., Unable To Agree On Contract Extension
The Toronto Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. failed to reach a contract extension before Monday’s deadline, leaving both sides to wait un
Trevor Poetzinger
Feb 193 min read


Are The Boston Red Sox Front Runners For the AL East?
On Feb. 12, 2025, the Boston Red Sox signed free agent Alex Bregman to a three-year, $120 million contract with an opt-out after his...
Trevor Poetzinger
Feb 172 min read


Cubs, Red Sox, Tigers Finalists For Alex Bregman
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Trevor Poetzinger
Feb 123 min read
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