MLB Week in Review: Walk‑offs, Grand Slams and Comebacks
Walk‑off heroics, a rare grand slam and Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return to form headline a busy week in baseball.
Jul 31, 2026
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Women’s Professional Baseball League Launches Historic Inaugural Season
The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opened its inaugural 30‑game season this weekend, broadcasting games on ESPN and the Scripps Sports Network and featuring stars like Kelsie Whitmore, Mo’ne Davis and Ayami Sato.
Jul 31, 2026
Luis Arraez Emerges as Top Midseason Target for Contending Clubs
Luis Arraez's elite contact skills make him a coveted asset for playoff‑bound teams, reshaping fantasy dynamics and lineup strategies across the league.
Jul 31, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Prepares for Inaugural Season in Springfield
The newly formed WPBL will open its first season this weekend in Springfield, Illinois, featuring teams from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston and New York, a roster of over 600 international players and a broadcast partnership with ESPN and YouTube.
Jul 31, 2026
Red Sox Trade Backfires as Curtis Mead’s Injury Highlights Deadline Risks
The Boston Red Sox traded pitcher Connelly Early for infielder Curtis Mead, hoping to bolster their roster, but the move turned sour when Mead fractured his wrist in his second game, sidelining him for the season. The episode joins a long list of deadline deals that have backfired.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Prepares for Inaugural Season
The newly formed Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) is set to begin its first season, bringing together teams from New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco at a single venue in Springfield, Illinois.
Jul 30, 2026
Bullpen Realignments Set the Stage for a Frenetic Trade Deadline
Key relievers are shifting roles, and front offices are weighing moves that could reshape the late‑inning landscape before the deadline.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Secures ESPN Streaming Deal for 2026 Season
ESPN has signed an exclusive deal to stream the Women's Pro Baseball League's 2026 season, featuring 30 regular‑season games and seven playoff contests, with all matches played at Springfield's Robin Roberts Stadium.
Jul 30, 2026
Craig Breslow’s Turnaround: How the Red Sox Front Office Redefined Its Strategy
From early skepticism to a surprising surge, the Red Sox’s leadership is proving its mettle, with key acquisitions and a bold trade deadline agenda.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Set to Launch After 70‑Year Hiatus
The Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL) will begin its first season on August 1, featuring teams from Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York City and Boston. With over 600 players vying for spots, the league aims to provide a professional avenue for women in baseball and challenge long‑standing stereotypes.
Jul 30, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Set to Launch Inaugural Season
The inaugural season of the Women's Pro Baseball League will feature teams from New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco playing at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois, reviving a historic tradition of women's baseball.
Jul 30, 2026
Coastal Women’s Hockey League Grows to Eight Teams, Uniting Players Across New England
The Coastal Women’s Hockey League in Kingston now fields eight teams, drawing participants from Boston to Rhode Island. With games played in two short halves and no official standings, the league focuses on participation, community, and charitable tournaments.
Jul 30, 2026
Dodgers’ Closer Returns as Bullpen Shifts Intensify Across MLB
Edwin Díaz rejoined the Los Angeles Dodgers after a three‑month injury layoff, while a flurry of saves and blown saves across the league highlight a volatile closer market and potential trade moves.
Jul 30, 2026
Dominican Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Four Years for Fentanyl Conspiracy
A Dominican national was sentenced to four years after a multi‑state fentanyl ring was uncovered, highlighting a surge in overdose deaths across New England.
Jul 29, 2026
Yesterday’s Reliever Review: Who to Stream Today
A quick look at yesterday’s relief performances, the players posting strong numbers, and the streaming picks that could give your fantasy roster an edge.
Jul 29, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Set to Launch Inaugural Season
The WPBL will debut its first season with teams from New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco playing at Robin Roberts Stadium, building on a century‑long history of women's baseball and leveraging modern marketing to bring the sport to a new audience.
Jul 29, 2026
Women’s Pro Baseball League Prepares for Inaugural Season
The newly formed Women's Pro Baseball League will launch its first season this year, featuring teams from major U.S. cities and games at Springfield's Robin Roberts Stadium.
Jul 29, 2026
Harvard Men’s Hockey Faces a Pivotal Transition
An inside look at how Harvard’s hockey program navigates financial disparities, recruits top talent, and balances education with athletic ambition.
Jul 29, 2026
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Aim for Defensive Revival in 2026
After a 5‑7 finish in 2025, Rutgers focuses on defensive upgrades, key players, and quarterback competition to return to bowl eligibility.
Jul 29, 2026
2026 MLB Home Run Derby Returns with Fresh Format in Philadelphia
The 2026 Home Run Derby will feature a revamped swing structure and record‑breaking card sales, headlined by a star‑studded field in Philadelphia.
Jul 28, 2026
Week 18 Fantasy Baseball: Prospects Poised to Shine
A look at the 25 prospects whose recent performances could translate into immediate fantasy value in Week 18 of the 2026 season.
Jul 28, 2026
Week 16 Fantasy Baseball FAAB Targets: Who to Add Now
With playoff positioning tightening, this week's FAAB guide highlights high‑upside players rostered in 20‑25% of 12‑team leagues and 25‑50% of 15‑team leagues, using a four‑tier investment rating system to stretch your budget.
Jul 28, 2026
Prospects Shine in MLB Futures Game Amid All-Star Break
The recent Futures Game highlighted standout prospects, from MVP Nathan Flewelling’s game‑changing homer to rising stars like Theo Gillen and Franklin Arias, whose performances could reshape rosters and fantasy lineups.
Jul 28, 2026
Auburn’s 2026 Baseball Recruiting Class Navigates MLB Draft Aftermath
Auburn's 2026 signing class ranks No. 15 nationally and No. 10 in the SEC, featuring notable signees John Stowers and Levi Nickoli, while the program copes with the departure of three high‑profile draftees.
Jul 28, 2026