The Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers are on the outside looking in but can change their fate. Both playing at their home stadium, it would close the gap for a wildcard spot currently held by the Chicago Cubs. US Open favorite Serena Williams opens her tournament against former champion, Maria Sharapova as well. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. … Read more
The Detroit Tigers pulled off one of the biggest upsets in MLB history. Since 2004, MLB underdogs at +345 or higher are 10-9 against their opponents. Oddsmakers didn’t regress, still giving the Astros -550 odds heading into the last game of the series which paid out. HOUSTON – Things were turned upside down in the … Read more
The Philadelphia Phillies have been fairly average all year, but have confidence behind youthful Rhys Hoskins and struggling Bryce Harper. The Oakland Athletics are the longshot on the list but have proven their capabilities with a winning record against teams over .500. The Cleveland Indians haven’t had their pitching ace, Corey Kluber, since early May … Read more
Christian Yelich pulled out of the Home Run Derby due to a back injury and will be replaced by Matt Chapman The Home Run Derby will, for the first time, offer a $1 million bonus to the winner of the event. The American League has won the previous six All-Star games and comes in as … Read more
The MLB played their first series in London over the weekend. Both teams scored high in each game, making it more thrilling for the Brits. This is only the start of expanding the MLB beyond American borders. LONDON – Taking a cue from the NFL, who now plays one game each season across the pond, … Read more
The St. Louis Cardinals go on the road to play the San Diego Padres for a three-game series. The Cardinals have been unable to have any luck when it comes to their batting as of late. ST. LOUIS – Since losing their last three games, the Arizona Cardinals are now underdogs heading into their Saturday … Read more
The Yankees have gone 18-6 in their last 24 games. The Toronto Blue Jays will begin their series with the Yanks in June. After the Astros, the Yankees are the second favorite to win the American League. NEW YORK – After Monday’s victory over the San Diego Padres, the New York Yankees are one of … Read more
The Yankees are the third favorite to win the World Series. Nearly half of their projected starters are now on the injured list. CC Sabathia’s ailment is a reoccurring, non-serious right knee injury. NEW YORK – Though it wasn’t a serious or unexpected injury, the Yankees have moved ace CC Sabathia to the 10-day injured … Read more