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5/22/26 3:45 PM - Chris Sale thought Braves were crazy to trade for him -- now the only crazy part is how well it's worked out. Sale joked that Braves exec Alex Anthopoulos should have been drug tested after he dealt for the Cy Young-winning lefty three years ago
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5/22/26 3:33 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Michael Harris on Friday, May 22. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Friday, May 22
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5/22/26 1:17 PM - Free MLB home run picks for May 22: Braves' Matt Olson among expert's best bets for Friday. Expert Matt Severance shares his best MLB home run props picks for games on Friday, May 22
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5/22/26 12:56 PM - Felix Reyes hits third home run since being sent back down to Triple-A, but sloppy defense hurts IronPigs. ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Despite Felix Reyes and Bryan De La Cruz each homering for the second straight game, Triple-A Lehigh Valley was burdened by pitching and defensive miscues on the way to an 8-7 loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday night. The IronPigs (21-27 overall) split the first two games of the series against the RailRiders, […]
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5/22/26 12:32 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for May 22: Yordan Alvarez in expert's best bets for Friday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Friday, May 22
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5/22/26 12:31 PM - Yankees' Gerrit Cole returns vs. Rays: Prediction and everything to know about crucial AL East series. Cole, coming off Tommy John surgery, will take the mound Friday night for the first time since the 2024 World Series
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5/22/26 11:14 AM - MLB 2026 Buzz: Boston Red Sox Provide Trevor Story Injury Update. Notable news, notes and buzz from MLB's 2026 season.
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5/22/26 10:55 AM - [Oakland A's Videos] - A's Cast Live Ahead of A's & Padres from NBC Sports! | Mason Miller & Mark Kotsay Join Towny!. A's Cast Live with Chris Townsend ahead of #Athletics & #Padres from NBC Sports! Guests:Mason Miller - 2024 All-Star & Padres CloserMark Kotsay - Manager of ...
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5/22/26 9:54 AM - Mariners’ Victor Robles activated from injured list before Royals series. Mariners outfielder Victor Robles returned before Friday night's series opener at Kansas City after recovering from a right pectoral strain.
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5/22/26 9:44 AM - [Locked On A's] - Mark Leiter redemption yesterday. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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5/22/26 9:27 AM - Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles.... Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832771/ohtan...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Braves' Acuna leaves game with pain in thumb. Braves manager Walt Weiss said he thinks Ronald Acuna will be fine after the star outfielder left Thursday's game in the sixth inning with a bone bruise in his left thumb.
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5/22/26 9:27 AM - Marlins prospect Snelling to undergo TJ surgery. Marlins prospect Robby Snelling, injured after his major league debut, will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair the UCL in his left elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837965/marli...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - A's Clarke out until at least July due to hamstrin.... Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke suffered a "significant left hamstring strain" and will be out until at least after the All-Star break in July.
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5/22/26 9:27 AM - Mets' Senga to begin rehab assignment Friday. Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga will make his first minor league rehab start on Friday as he works toward a return from a stint on the injured list with lower back pain.
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5/22/26 9:27 AM - Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen sessio.... Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48836721/tiger...
5/22/26 9:27 AM - Yankees' Grisham avoids structural knee damage. Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham was relieved that tests Thursday did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee a day after he exited a game in the fifth inning.
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5/22/26 8:37 AM - Last Night In Baseball: Pirates Win Series Against Cardinals In St. Louis. The Pirates took a series against the Cardinals, Bo Bichette is heating up, Michael Harris II has become a star, the D-backs had another walk off and more from Thursday's MLB action.
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5/22/26 7:59 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await. Deadspin | Frustrating season for Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. continues as A's await
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5/22/26 6:00 AM - Corbin Carroll lines RBI single in 9th, Diamondbacks knock off Rockies 2-1 for 5th straight win. The Arizona Diamondbacks extended their winning streak to five games with a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night.
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5/22/26 4:07 AM - [ClutchPoints] - Nick Kurtz closing in on Mark McGwire in Athletics history with lengthy on-base streak. The Athletics continued their recent run of comeback victories on Thursday, rallying past the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 in 10 innings at Angel Stadium while rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz moved closer to franchise history with another game reaching base. Kurtz finished with an RBI single in the sixth inning and extended his on-base streak […] The post appeared first on .
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5/22/26 3:26 AM - [Locked On A's] - EDGE OF SEAT: Athletics Outlast Angels—Luis Severino SHINES, Mark Leiter Jr. Escapes. Athletics snag a gritty extra-innings win over the Los Angeles Angels, thanks to a lights-out performance from Luis Severino and clutch hits by Nick Kurtz an...
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5/22/26 2:06 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels. Deadspin | Nick Kurtz comes through again as A's take set from Angels
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5/21/26 10:44 PM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - A’s defeat Halos 3-2 in Extras!. The A’s and Angels continued their four-game series with the final of the set tonight at Angel Stadium in Anaheim. After taking two of the first three games, the A’s sent Luis Severino to the mound to face off against LA’s ace, José Soriano. The Angels didn’t hesitate to jump out early, as Mike Trout, […]
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5/21/26 10:04 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - A's turn 5-4-3 double play to seal win in extras | 05/21/2026. Mark Leiter Jr. induces a 5-4-3 double play from Jorge Soler to secure the A's 3-2 win over the Angels in 10 innings
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5/21/26 9:58 PM - Braves' Acuna leaves game with pain in thumb. The Braves pulled Ronald Acuna Jr. from Thursday's game as a precaution because of pain in his left thumb.
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5/21/26 8:47 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Zack Gelof swipes second base | 05/21/2026. Zack Gelof swipes second base to get in scoring position in the top of the 7th inning
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5/21/26 8:47 PM - [MLB: Film Room] - Darell Hernaiz's game-tying single | 05/21/2026. Darell Hernaiz hits a single to left field to plate Zack Gelof and tie the game at 2 in the top of the 7th
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5/21/26 8:35 PM - [MLB: Athletics] - Future looks bright in hands of A's top prospects De Vries, Arnold at Double-A. Leo De Vries helped drive the offense at the plate and Jamie Arnold handled the rest on the mound Thursday night. It's a recipe for success the Athletics hope to see much more of in the coming years from two of their top prospects.
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5/21/26 7:52 PM - Yankees option prospect Spencer Jones as Jose Caballero's return looms. The Yankees announced they have optioned outfield prospect Spencer Jones and RHP Yovanny Cruz back to Triple-A, likely to make room for Gerrit Cole and Jose Caballero.
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5/21/26 7:22 PM - A's Clarke out until at least July due to hamstrin.... Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke suffered a "significant left hamstring strain" and will be out until at least after the All-Star break in July.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48839205/athle...
5/21/26 6:21 PM - Yankees' Grisham avoids structural knee damage. Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham was relieved that tests Thursday did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee a day after he exited a game in the fifth inning.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48838725/yanke...
5/21/26 6:21 PM - Marlins prospect Snelling to undergo TJ surgery. Marlins prospect Robby Snelling, injured after his major league debut, will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair the UCL in his left elbow.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48837965/marli...
5/21/26 6:14 PM - Mets' Tobias Myers to start Friday's series opener against Marlins. The Mets announced that RHP Tobias Myers will start Friday's series opener against the Marlins in Miami.
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5/21/26 4:55 PM - Aaron Judge, Yankees bats stay cold in 2-0 loss to Blue Jays. The Yankees offense went cold for a second straight day as they mustered just three hits in their 2-0 loss to the Blue Jays on Thursday night in the Bronx.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/yankees-blue-jays-aaron-ju...
5/21/26 4:46 PM - Devin Williams carrying himself with old confidence as linchpin of Mets bullpen. Devin Williams has been as lockdown as a closer can be for nearly a month now for the Mets, covering his last 10 appearances, including Thursday’s 2-1 win over the Nationals.
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5/21/26 4:27 PM - Giants' QB Jaxson Dart Shuts Down Tim Tebow Comparisons: 'I'm Not Like That'. New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart says he's leaner but about the same weight as his rookie year after going through his first offseason workout regimen as an NFL player
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5/21/26 4:08 PM - Borrowed pants = busted slump: Extreme measures wo.... Chisholm took the pants of Giancarlo Stanton, who is seven inches and 61 pounds larger.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48817359/jazz-...
5/21/26 3:56 PM - [Oakland A's Videos] - "If you squint hard enough, you can see the Hall of Fame for Nick Kurtz." #athletics #shorts. Paul Hembekides of ESPN & Baseball lTonight is all-in on the Big Amish--comparing his rare combination of elite plate skills and opposite-field power to Joey...
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5/21/26 3:51 PM - MLB DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy baseball picks include Corbin Carroll on Thursday, May 21. SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal MLB DFS lineup advice for Thursday, May 21
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5/21/26 3:18 PM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for May 21: Brandon Lowe in expert's best bets for Thursday HR player props. SportsLine's Jacob Fetner reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Thursday, May 21
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5/21/26 3:17 PM - Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen sessio.... Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48836721/tiger...
5/21/26 3:12 PM - Mets' David Peterson confident he can recapture All-Star form after win over Nationals. After making his first start in almost a month, David Peterson helped pitch the Mets to a win against the Nationals, showing shades of his 2025 All-Star self.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-david-peterson-start-...
5/21/26 2:42 PM - Jarren Duran says he’s ‘willing to get hurt to make a play for my pitchers’ after Red Sox win.
"I was either going through the wall, or I make a play."
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5/21/26 1:57 PM - Bo Bichette's two-run hit the difference as Mets hold on for 2-1 win against Nationals. Thanks mostly to dominant pitching, especially from the bullpen, the Mets squeezed out a 2-1 win over the Nationals in Washington, D.C. on Thursday.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-nationals-takeaways-5...
5/21/26 1:47 PM - [Locked On A's] - Lawrence Butler's struggles impact A’s lineup decisions #shorts. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-o...
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5/21/26 1:03 PM - Rockies vs. Diamondbacks MLB picks: Keep riding surging Arizona, Eduardo Rodriguez in home park Thursday. The surging Diamondbacks open a home series Thursday vs. the Rockies
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5/21/26 12:49 PM - 9 Red Sox thoughts, leading off with Roman Anthony being asked to be great a little too soon.
It was not responsible to put Anthony in the leadoff spot without much support behind him.
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5/21/26 11:42 AM - Jarren Duran says he’s ‘willing to get hurt to make a play for my pitchers’ after Red Sox win.
"I was either going through the wall, or I make a play."
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5/21/26 11:29 AM - How Mason Miller is (somehow) getting even better. No content provided
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5/21/26 11:25 AM - Marlins acquire OF Rece Hinds in trade with Reds. No content provided
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5/21/26 10:03 AM - Rockies vs. Diamondbacks MLB picks: Keep riding surging Arizona, Eduardo Rodriguez in home park Thursday. The surging Diamondbacks open a home series Thursday vs. the Rockies
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5/21/26 9:50 AM - Mets Notes: Kodai Senga starting rehab assignment; A.J. Minter's return nearing. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza provided updates on Kodai Senga, A.J. Minter, and Jared Young ahead of Thursday's game against the Nationals.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-notes-kodai-senga-aj-...
5/21/26 9:05 AM - Josh Jung hits tiebreaking single in 9th inning as Rangers rally for 5-4 win over Rockies. Josh Jung hit a go-ahead single in the ninth inning, Ezequiel Duran and Jake Burger connected for back-to-back home runs, and the Texas Rangers rallied past the Colorado Rockies 5-4 on Wednesday.
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5/21/26 8:42 AM - Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles.... Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832771/ohtan...
5/21/26 8:42 AM - M's Crawford open to playing 3B with Emerson up. Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford said he recently had a conversation with manager Dan Wilson about changing positions after rookie Colt Emerson was promoted from Triple-A Tacoma.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48830517/marin...
5/21/26 8:42 AM - A's Hoglund has hip surgery, won't pitch in '26. Athletics right-hander Gunnar Hoglund, who went 1-3 with a 6.40 ERA in six starts as a rookie in 2025, won't pitch this season as he recovers from hip surgery.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48829865/athle...
5/21/26 8:42 AM - Cubs' Cabrera exits start vs. Brewers with blister.... Cubs starter Edward Cabrera left his outing Wednesday against the Brewers in the top of the fourth inning with a blister on his right middle finger.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48830844/cubs-...
5/21/26 8:42 AM - Cubs' PCA calls pair of errors 'genuinely laughabl.... Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong called his errors over the past two games "laughable" after allowing a ball to scoot under his glove in the second inning of Wednesday's 5-0 loss to the Brewers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832410/cubs-...
5/21/26 8:42 AM - Yesavage bests Schlittler in duel of young AL star.... Trey Yesavage outpitched Cam Schlittler in a marquee matchup between young aces, and the Toronto Blue Jays edged the New York Yankees 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832613/trey-...
5/21/26 8:20 AM - [SB Nation: Athletics Nation] - Elephant Rumblings: A Quick Review. Happy Thursday Athletics Nation! Going into today’s game against the Angels, the Athletics are nine games past the quarter mark of the 2026 season. As of the time I sat down to pen this, our team was 24-24 with the thirteenth best record in baseball but the fifth best in the American League. Shea Langeliers […]
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5/21/26 7:46 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Angels' Jose Soriano on mission to regain form vs. Athletics. Deadspin | Angels' Jose Soriano on mission to regain form vs. Athletics
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5/21/26 6:30 AM - Mets prospect Jonah Tong's Triple-A numbers in 2026 are more than meets the eye. The narrative surrounding Mets prospect Jonah Tong and his supposedly bad season so far in Triple-A Syracuse has grown legs and started running.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-prospect-jonah-tong-n...
5/21/26 5:36 AM - Shohei Ohtani hits leadoff homer, lowers ERA to 0.73 in another 2-way gem for victorious Dodgers. Shohei Ohtani returned to his full two-way form for the Los Angeles Dodgers in San Diego, and the results were formidable. While pitching and hitting in the same game for the first time in four weeks, Ohtani homered on the first pitch of the night and then threw five innings of three-hit ball in Los Angeles’ 4-0 victory over the Padres. After launching his eighth homer of the season and then lowering his ERA to a minuscule 0.73, Ohtani took satisfaction in doing it all even on a night when he didn’t feel great on the mound.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/shohei-ohtani...
5/21/26 5:16 AM - [Just Baseball] - The Athletics Have a Lawrence Butler Problem. The Athletics have gone through a lot of change over the past few years. After entering a rebuild and announcing their departure from Oakland, a city they called home for 54 years, the A’s were looking like the saddest show in professional sports. Then they started to change their ways. Always known for shipping out […] The post appeared first on .
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5/21/26 3:10 AM - [Locked On A's] - WILD WIN: A’s and Tyler Soderstrom PULL OFF an Insane Comeback Against the Angels. Athletics pull off an epic comeback against the Los Angeles Angels, fueled by Tyler Soderstrom’s clutch night and some surprisingly strong bullpen work. Kyle...
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5/21/26 2:12 AM - [Deadspin] - Deadspin | Tyler Soderstrom, A's force extra innings, beat Angels in 10. Deadspin | Tyler Soderstrom, A's force extra innings, beat Angels in 10
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5/21/26 1:33 AM - Borrowed pants = busted slump: Extreme measures wo.... Chisholm took the pants of Giancarlo Stanton, who is seven inches and 61 pounds larger.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48817359/jazz-...
5/21/26 1:31 AM - Cubs' PCA calls pair of errors 'genuinely laughabl.... Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong called his errors over the past two games "laughable" after allowing a ball to scoot under his glove in the second inning of Wednesday's 5-0 loss to the Brewers.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832410/cubs-...
5/21/26 1:31 AM - Yesavage bests Schlittler in duel of young AL star.... Trey Yesavage outpitched Cam Schlittler in a marquee matchup between young aces, and the Toronto Blue Jays edged the New York Yankees 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48832613/trey-...
5/21/26 1:07 AM - Jarren Duran’s 2-run, opposite field homer rallies Red Sox to a 4-3 win over the Royals.
Willson Contreras had three of the Red Sox' 11 hits, including his second triple in four years.
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