
Jake Mangum’s Unconventional Approach Fuels Pittsburgh Pirates’ Playoff Surge
Jake Mangum’s unconventional contact‑driven style has become a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ late‑season push, blending on‑base skill with aggressive baserunning
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Jake Mangum’s unconventional contact‑driven style has become a cornerstone of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ late‑season push, blending on‑base skill with aggressive baserunning

Major League Baseball’s owners have introduced a collective salary cap for the first time, prompting a fierce response from the players’ union. Star players including Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have publicly opposed the measure, which could limit their earnings and affect the 2027 season.

All‑Star players and the MLB Players Association push back against a proposed salary cap that could reshape contracts and the 2027 season.

All‑Star pitchers and superstars are pushing back against Major League Baseball’s plan to institute a salary cap, raising concerns about player contracts, the 2027 season and the future of collective bargaining.

The latest top 450 fantasy baseball rankings reveal the players poised to dominate the 2027 season, while MLB’s return to network television promises a new era of broadcast coverage.

Top baseball talent publicly rejects the league's proposed salary cap, citing threats to earning potential and legacy, while outlining union counter‑demands ahead of renewed talks.

With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire in December, Major League Baseball's first salary cap proposal since the 1994-95 strike has sparked a united front among top players who fear restricted earnings and diminished rights.

Players’ opposition to a league‑wide salary cap threatens to reshape contract negotiations and could shorten the 2027 season.

All‑Star pitchers and veterans argue that a new salary cap would curb earnings and disrupt the game, as negotiations over the 2026 contract deadline loom.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have added Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert, bolstered by a strong draft class led by Derek Curiel, as they eye bullpen upgrades before the August deadline.

All‑Star representatives Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper voice strong opposition to a league‑wide salary cap, warning that it could lock down earnings and spark a showdown before the 2027 season.

All‑Star players criticize MLB's new salary‑cap proposal, warning it could limit earnings and trigger a lockout as the current contract expires in December.

The latest weekly update of the top 100 starting pitchers for fantasy baseball highlights a shifting landscape, with injuries, velocity trends, and breakout performances shaping the rankings.

The Pirates will send two players to the 2026 All-Star Game, but neither can pitch, and no position player earned a spot despite a league‑leading offense.

From Drew Rasmussen’s shutout masterpiece to Connor Prielipp’s uneven effort, the latest pitcher roundup offers a snapshot of what to expect in upcoming fantasy lineups.

Star players including Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have publicly opposed Major League Baseball’s new salary-cap proposal, raising the specter of a lockout before the current labor contract expires on Dec. 1.

Top baseball stars including Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have voiced strong opposition to Major League Baseball's new salary cap proposal, raising the specter of a lockout that could delay the 2027 season.

Young arms are reshaping fantasy baseball rankings, blending raw velocity with refined command, while veterans battle injuries and seek rebound performances.
This week’s guide breaks down the elite starters, highlights replacements for sidelined arms, and points to minor‑league talent worth stashing, all backed by detailed notes and daily SP roundup insights.

The Pirates open the second half of the season against the Guardians in Cleveland, riding a 50‑47 record and a potent offense, but a shaky bullpen and rotation concerns loom as the trade deadline approaches.

The latest fantasy baseball pitcher guide breaks down the top arms for Week 17, highlighting standout performances, risky starts and two‑start opportunities that could shape your lineup decisions.
A three‑game series in Cleveland gave the Pittsburgh Pirates a modest win streak, but late‑inning meltdowns kept them from a six‑game run and exposed a bullpen that must be shored up before the deadline.

The latest FantasyPros rankings evaluate starters from July 20 to July 26, weighing skill, recent form, matchups and park factors. Key insights include Jacob Misiorowski’s ascent, Chris Sale’s smash spot, and streaming options like Kyle Leahy and Tyler Mahle.

The latest rest‑of‑season rankings blend best‑case and worst‑case projections with average performance and standard deviation, helping managers decide who to start, stash, or target on the waiver wire.