Phillies pitcher caps phenomenal month with latest gem

The Philadelphia Phillies had an inconsistent June that featured a five-game losing streak at the beginning of the month, but Monday night was a reminder of how good they can be. Starting pitcher Zack Wheeler nearly went the distance in a 4-0 shutout over the San Diego Padres, capping a flawless month on the mound. … Read more

Yankees’ Aaron Boone confirms news on pitcher Marcus Stroman

Yankees' Aaron Boone confirms news on pitcher Marcus Stroman

The Yankees are planning to activate right-hander Marcus Stroman to start Sunday’s game against the Athletics, as manager Aaron Boone told reporters, via Larry Fleisher of the Associated Press. Stroman has been on the 15-day injured list since mid-April due to a knee injury. As Stroman has remained on the 40-man roster and right-hander Allan … Read more

Mets lose key starting pitcher to brutal leg injury

Mets lose key starting pitcher to brutal leg injury

Just two days after the New York Mets got one of their starting pitchers (Frankie Montas) back from injury, they lost another one to a potentially significant injury on Thursday night. Griffin Canning had to leave Thursday’s game against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning after delivering a pitch and immediately falling to the … Read more

Washington Nationals MacKenzie Gore is the best 3-8 pitcher in baseball

Washington Nationals MacKenzie Gore is the best 3-8 pitcher in baseball

After years of anticipation, MacKenzie Gore has finally turned into the ace Nationals fans knew he had the talent to become. He is second in baseball in strikeouts, top 10 in innings pitched and has a sparkling 3.09 ERA in 17 starts. However, Gore’s dominance is not translating into wins for the Nationals. While win/loss … Read more