The Houston Astros have again traded for Justin Verlander at the deadline, acquiring him from the New York Mets. The Astros were the defending World Series champions coming into 2023, but they have scuffled a bit this season. They face only a half-game deficit in the division. Full trade, per ESPN sources: Astros receive: RHP Justin Verlander. Mets receive: OF Drew Gilbert … [Read more...] about Astros Reunite With Former Cy Young Winner, Make Trade With Mets
J.P. France Baseball Profile 2023
Despite a slew of injuries to their 2023 starting rotation, the Houston Astros own a record above .500 in 75 games. With José Urquidy, Lance McCullers Jr., and Luis Garcia going down, the Astros responded by calling up some of their top and lower-ranked prospects. Players like Hunter Brown, Brandon Bielak, and J.P. France made their major league debut between April and May, for … [Read more...] about J.P. France Baseball Profile 2023
2023 MLB Rookie of the Year Race 1.0
2023 MLB rookies are making an impact already in different ways after eight weeks of baseball. In the American League, there are some clear favorites including Japanese import Masataka Yoshida. He has been a star for the Boston Red Sox, but two other players are right behind him in terms of performance. Meanwhile, the National League has one potential frontrunner from Arizona. … [Read more...] about 2023 MLB Rookie of the Year Race 1.0
What A Healthy Yordan Alvarez In 2020 Looks Like
Yordan Alvarez has been the best hitter on the planet seemingly since debuting in 2019. But there is always one caveat that comes with that: “when healthy.” After signing as an International Free Agent with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2016, he was quickly traded to the Houston Astros for whom he made his debut on June 9th, 2019. Since debuting, he has played in a total of 410 … [Read more...] about What A Healthy Yordan Alvarez In 2020 Looks Like
The MLB Final Four Comes Down to Some Surprises
One of the ultimate objectives of any sport is to win a championship. Whether that’s the World Series, the Super Bowl, the Stanley Cup, or something else, winning championships solidifies a team in the historical record books. It also gives them the right to call themselves the best until they successfully defend their title or a new champion rises to the challenge and defeats … [Read more...] about The MLB Final Four Comes Down to Some Surprises