Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jake Mintz across Baseball.
During the All-Star Game's Home Run Derby, Jeff Passan was asked by Jhoan Durán how he gets his news, prompting a witty retort that reflected on a recent trade scoop loss to Ken Rosenthal.
Max Clark, the third overall pick in the 2023 draft, makes his major‑league debut this weekend in Sacramento, California. With 464,000 Instagram followers and a reputation for unfiltered slang, the young outfielder is poised to become baseball’s next Gen Z superstar if his performance matches the hype.
A deep dive into the Washington Nationals’ relief challenges, the emergence of Foster Griffin, and the optimism surrounding Connelly Early’s health and future with the club.
Senior MLB analyst Jake Mintz discusses how changes in baseball have made it nearly impossible for pitchers to achieve 300 wins, a milestone once considered the gold standard for Hall of Fame pitchers.
Despite early Cy Young and Rookie of the Year honors, Paul Skenes has gone winless in his last nine starts, prompting discussion on the Baseball Bar-B-Cast and raising questions about the Mets' ownership and recent on-field brawls.
Major League Baseball's latest proposal raises the minimum salary, caps free‑agent deals at five years, and introduces a payroll‑percentage model reminiscent of the NBA, while analysts question its fit for baseball.
Manny Machado discusses the challenges of modern baseball, citing analytics and aging as key factors, while analysts praise his vulnerability and honesty.
Yahoo Sports’ Jordan Shusterman and Jake Mintz explore Manny Machado’s recent remarks on analytics, linking his on‑field decline to a broader generational clash in baseball.
Manny Machado, a three‑time All‑Star, expresses unease with the flood of analytics in baseball, citing overwhelming statistics and a noticeable dip in bat speed. Analysts Jordan Shusterman and Jake Mintz discuss his struggles and suggest embracing modern development strategies.
The collective bargaining agreement between the MLB Players Association and team owners is set to expire soon, sparking concerns about a potential work stoppage. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez has dazzled with a historic scoreless streak, adding extra intrigue to the competitive NL Cy Young race.
With stars like Aaron Judge and Kyle Schwarber firing on all cylinders, a handful of underperforming sluggers facing pressure, and new call‑ups poised to make an impact, the baseball world is watching closely.