
MLB Pitchers Face Injury Setbacks as All-Star Break Winds Down
With the midsummer showcase behind them, several top pitchers are battling physical setbacks that could reshape rotation plans for the stretch run.
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With the midsummer showcase behind them, several top pitchers are battling physical setbacks that could reshape rotation plans for the stretch run.

Columbia senior right‑hander Payton Soske signs a free‑agent contract with the New York Yankees and reports to Tampa for evaluation, while former Lions pitcher Ben Wereski impresses the Cincinnati Reds with a six‑inning no‑hit performance and earns Southern League Pitcher of the Week.

State Treasurer Roby Smith announced that the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt program returned a record $38 million in cash and items, including a rare baseball signed by Rose and other Cincinnati Reds players and a Michael Jordan card.

A recent sweep by the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt returned a record $38 million in cash and possessions, among them a Cincinnati Reds baseball autographed by Pete Rose and a Michael Jordan card. The search now focuses on locating heirs and owners of these items.
The recent MLB draft has set the stage for a unique college career that blends football and baseball, raising questions about scholarship money, competition and the program’s future.

Tomas Valincius, Dax Whitney and Chris Levonas have delivered standout performances that have scouts buzzing ahead of the 2027 draft.

In recent appearances on MLB Network and NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball, Joey Votto opened up about his long tenure with the Cincinnati Reds, the franchise’s ups and downs, and the memory of being no‑hit by Roy Halladay in 2010. He also compared Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony to his own early development, sparking conversation about the next generation of talent.

At the halfway point of the season, a handful of closers have surged, posting elite save numbers and sub‑2.00 ERAs, setting the stage for potential trade moves and a new era of televised coverage.

With the All-Star break underway, a handful of relievers have turned in dominant performances, posting sub‑2.00 ERAs and racking up saves. From Mason Miller’s 0.91 ERA to Jhoan Duran’s 24‑save haul, the closer landscape is reshaping trade talks and broadcast plans as MLB prepares its 2026 return to NBC and Peacock.
In recent appearances on MLB Network and NBC’s Sunday Night Baseball, Joey Votto revisits his 17‑year Reds tenure, the haunting memory of a perfect game by Roy Halladay, and a striking analogy to Boston’s Roman Anthony.

Spencer Steer’s strong left‑handed hitting, defensive versatility and affordable contract make him an attractive trade target for the Phillies as they seek to reinforce a roster that is both expensive and aging.

At 24, Jacob Misiorowski is rewriting the playbook on pitching, delivering 102.5 mph fastballs with the poise of wu wei while the baseball world debates the future of the mound.

A highly touted athlete who was drafted in the 18th round by the Cincinnati Reds has signed with the University of Kentucky, where he will compete for a backup quarterback spot while also suiting up for the Wildcats baseball team.

Mid‑season fantasy baseball redrafts are reshaping lineups as managers target power hitters, patient bats, and emerging pitchers while monitoring injury timelines.

A snapshot of the 2026 MLB season highlights standout hitters, dominant relievers, and the Chicago White Sox's remarkable comeback.

A look at the pivotal events that have shaped baseball history, spotlighting legendary performances, extraordinary rescues, and the game's evolving narrative.

Brady Singer’s 2025 debut was solid, but a rocky start to 2026 threatened his role. A mid‑season adjustment has lowered his ERA to 2.79 and revived the Reds’ postseason hopes.

Jordan Walker’s six‑homer rally to win the Derby, his personal ties to baseball’s Black icons, and the modest rise in Black representation illustrate a pivotal moment for the sport.

Jordan Walker’s dramatic win in Philadelphia, fueled by his idol Jason Heyward, highlights both a personal breakthrough and a broader push for diversity in baseball.

Jordan Walker, a 23‑year‑old outfielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, captured the 2026 MLB All‑Star Home Run Derby with a $1 million prize, a performance that underscores a modest rise in Black participation in the league and fuels his mission to mentor the next generation of young Black players.

Jordan Walker’s historic performance at the MLB Home Run Derby is being hailed as a catalyst for a modest rise in Black participation, as the 23‑year‑old looks to mentor the next generation of talent.

A look at the most compelling pitching additions available on the waiver wire for Week 18, highlighting performances and deeper‑league options.

Fantasy baseball managers are scouring the waiver wire for starting pitchers owned in less than 40% of Yahoo leagues. Recent performances from Roki Sasaki, Michael McGreevy, Shane Drohan and several others highlight a wave of undervalued talent that could shape the final stretch of the season.

Jordan Walker’s win in the Philadelphia Home Run Derby sparked admiration across baseball, especially among young Black athletes who see in him a role model and a reminder of the sport’s evolving diversity.