Jake Arrieta Gets No-Decision In Philadelphia Debut

After signing late into spring training with the Philadelphia Phillies, former Cy Young winner Jake Arrieta made his debut this afternoon at Citizens Bank Park. Facing the lowly Miami Marlins, the 32-year-old lasted just four innings, surrendering three runs on three hits, walking two and striking out five. The second batter he faced wound up […...

Maikel Franco Has Monster Game In Victory

Maikel Franco had himself another terrific game for the Philadelphia Phillies today, exploding alongside the rest of his offensive in a 20-1 victory. The 25-year-old smashed a grand slam in the first inning, a sign of things to come. In the fourth he drove in two additional runs with a bases-clearing double. With two hits […...

Aaron Altherr Drills Grand Slam In Blowout

After Maikel Franco connected on a grand slam in the first inning of tonight’s easy Philadelphia Phillies victory, the offense was only getting started. Two innings later, with a four-run lead, it was Aaron Altherr who drilled another grand slam to left, busting open the game. While it was the 27-year-old’s only hit of the […...

Jorge Alfaro Puts Finishing Touches On Offensive Explosion

Still in the early stages of his first full season as starting catcher of the Philadelphia Phillies, Jorge Alfaro is still struggling to find his form at the plate. Entering today’s game against the Miami Marlins, the 24-year-old was hitting just .111, but tonight’s performance could be the turning point that gets him on track. […...

Vince Velasquez Does It All For Phillies

Vince Velasquez’s second start of the year for the Philadelphia Phillies got off to an inauspicious start, as a leadoff hit and ensuing wild pitch, followed by an error, led to a quick Miami Marlins run. The good news for Velasquez, however, was that the opposing team wouldn’t score another run, while his offense scored […...

Sonny Gray’s Quality Start Ends Yankees Skid

The afternoon after a painful loss in which they lost four players to injury and were defeated in 14 innings, the New York Yankees picked up a victory behind Sonny Gray. The right-hander, who only lasted four innings his last time out, went six strong today, surrendering just three runs on four hits. He struck […...

Ronald Torreyes Picks Up Three Hits In Victory

As a result of injuries and a marathon game last night, the New York Yankees gave infielder Ronald Torreyes a start at second base this afternoon against the Baltimore Orioles. The Venezuelan native, who also played last night after Brandon Drury was pulled, batted ninth. He led the team with three hits on the afternoon, […...

Brandon Drury Lands On 10-Day DL

In the bottom of the sixth inning of last night’s 14-inning defeat to the Baltimore Orioles, the New York Yankees surprisingly pinch hit Ronald Torreyes for third baseman Brandon Drury. News of what could possibly be wrong with 25-year-old were scarce, but now things are clear, as he’s landed on the 10-day disabled list with […...

CC Sabathia Placed On 10-Day DL

The morning after he exited his start early with an injury, the New York Yankees have placed CC Sabathia on the 10-day disabled list. The 37-year-old was diagnosed with a right hip strain following his MRI results. Sabathia wound up pitching just four innings last night, allowing three runs, all on home runs. The left-hander […...

CC Sabathia Exits Early With Injury

Making his first home start of the season, New York Yankees veteran pitcher CC Sabathia exited the game after just four innings. The 37-year-old allowed three runs, all on home runs, during his brief start, having to be pulled with what the club is currently calling hip soreness. The left-hander is scheduled to undergo an […...

Chad Green’s Off Night Sets Up Yankees Defeat

After starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka served up a two-run home run to wipe out the New York Yankees slim lead, manager Aaron Boone called on reliever Chad Green from the bullpen. The 26-year-old, who has turned out to be a massive weapon, was knocked around Thursday as the Yankees were defeated. Green inherited one baserunner but […...

Masahiro Tanaka’s Outing Breaks Down Late

After picking up a victory in his first start of the season north of the border, New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka suffered defeat in his first home start of the year on Thursday night. The Japanese native was brilliant for six innings, tossing a shutout as his offense managed one run in the […...

Hector Neris Closes Out Perfect Bullpen Performance

In what has turned out to be a rare occasion, the Philadelphia Phillies bullpen preserved a lead and closed out a victory on Thursday afternoon in the club’s home opener. Following Nick Pivetta’s 5 2/3 innings of shutout baseball, the bullpen went even further, pitching a perfect game the rest of the way. The last […...

Maikel Franco Stars In Phillies Win

With starting pitcher Nick Pivetta dealing on the mound, the Philadelphia Phillies offense provided sufficient support for the victory. The unit was led by third baseman Maikel Franco, who drove in four of the club’s five runs. The 25-year-old first stepped up to the plate with the bases loaded after three walks. He delivered with […...

Clint Frazier Plays In Simulated Game

New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (concussion) played in a simulated game on Thursday afternoon in Tampa, a massive step forward for the youngster. Frazier suffered a concussion early in spring training and has struggled with symptoms, delaying his return and subsequently landing him on the disabled list. Frazier’s injury, combined with multiple injuries to the […...

Nick Pivetta Earns Win In Home Opener

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Nick Pivetta gave the team a terrific outing for their home opener, as the club defeated the Miami Marlins 5-0. After going just four innings and surrendering three runs his last time out, the 25-year-old went 5 2/3 innings, allowing four hits but no walks and no runs. Additionally, he struck […...

Scott Kingery Starting In Right For Home Opener

Philadelphia Phillies manager Gabe Kapler stated earlier this spring that prized rookie second baseman Scott Kingery would play all around the field for the club this season. On Thursday, as the team gets set for their first home game of the year, that announcement continues to be validated, as the 23-year-old will start in right field […...

Gary Sanchez Connects On First Home Run

Through six games played to begin the regular season, New York Yankees catcher Gary Sanchez has struggled at the plate. The slugging catcher has only managed two hits, but on Wednesday afternoon he hit his most significant. With the Bronx Bombers leading 2-1 in the third, the 25-year-old stepped up to the plate and promptly drilled […...

Luis Severino Picks Up Second Victory

New York Yankees ace Luis Severino has now made two strong starts to kick off his 2018 campaign following Wednesday afternoon’s performance against the Tampa Bay Rays. The 24-year-old went into the eighth inning in his home debut in the Bronx, allowing just two runs on five hits with a walk and seven strikeouts. The […...

Rhys Hoskins Continues To Carry Offense In Loss

The Philadelphia Phillies offense has been lackluster to begin the new season, with six batters hitting under .200 presently. While two are hitting in the .280s, last year’s phenom, Rhys Hoskins, remains the force of the batting order. The 25-year-old picked up two hits and walked once in Wednesday's 4-2 defeat, raising his batting average […...

Aaron Nola Goes Five Innings In No-Decision

Making his second start of the season, Philadelphia Phillies ace Aaron Nola took the mound at a wet Citi Field against the New York Mets on Wednesday afternoon. The 24-year-old went just five innings, surrendering just four hits and two runs, the first coming in the opening frame off a home run. His control was […...

Newly-Acquired Trayce Thompson Sent To Triple-A

With a string of injuries in the outfield, the New York Yankees made a move, acquiring outfielder Trayce Thompson off waivers from the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 27-year-old son of former basketball player Mychal Thompson and brother of current All-Star guard Klay Thompson only played in 27 games last season, spending time in the minors. […...

Aaron Hicks Poised To Return On Time

The New York Yankees remain optimistic that outfielder Aaron Hicks (intercostal) will return from the disabled list as soon as he’s eligible. The 28-year-old suffered a strained right intercostal muscle on opening day in a victory against the Blue Jays and was placed on the DL afterwards. His replacement, Billy McKinney, also landed on the DL, […...

Pat Neshek Not Facing Serious Injury

After undergoing an MRI on Tuesday, Philadelphia Phillies reliever Pat Neshek (shoulder) received positive news regarding his injury and return date. The 37-year-old went on the disabled list last week with a right shoulder strain, but the results of the MRI only revealed inflammation. The club said they would keep him shut down for a couple […...

Ronald Torreyes In, Neil Walker Out Wednesday

For Wednesday’s matinee game at Yankee Stadium, the New York Yankees will give second baseman Neil Walker the day off. Starting in his place at second base will be Ronald Torreyes, who’ll be making his season debut. The 25-year-old was viewed as one of the favorites to land the starting job at second following the trade […...

Ben Lively Has Encouraging Debut In Loss

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Ben Lively finally had his season debut Tuesday at Citi Field after getting snowed out Monday. The 26-year-old, who won the fifth starting spot in the rotation, went 5 2/3 innings, allowing two runs on six hits while walking one and striking out five. Through the first five innings, he was […...

Giancarlo Stanton Strikes Out Five Times For First Time

The good will of his two home runs on opening day has apparently worn out for first-year New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton. Stanton, who played his first home game at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, struck out five times, drawing boos after his final plate appearance. The 28-year-old had never struck out five times in […...

Didi Gregorius Enjoys Monster Home Opener

With the weather somewhat giving in, the New York Yankees played their home opener against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium. The star of the afternoon was undoubtedly shortstop Didi Gregorius, who almost single-handedly carried the club to victory. The 28-year-old batted cleanup and picked up four hits in four plate appearances, […...

Jacoby Ellsbury Suffers Setback

The New York Yankees injury woes in the outfield were supposed to experience relief at some point soon, but those plans have been scrapped. Veteran outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury, who was scheduled to be a bench player for the club this season, was supposed to be returning soon from an oblique injury. On Tuesday, however, manager […...

Aaron Hicks Now Pain-Free

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks (intercostal), who has been on the disabled list since the day after opening day, is close to returning. The 28-year-old, who suffered a strain in his right intercostal muscle, is now free of any pain. On Tuesday, he was scheduled to hit off the tee and do some throwing, as […...