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Shohei Ohtani Hitting .229 Over Last 15 Games
Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is in the midst of his first slump of the season heading into Monday's action. Ohtani is 11-for-48 (.229) over his last 15 games, posting only a .354 slugging percentage during that span. Ohtani is still recovering from Tommy John surgery so he is relegated to DH duties […]
Joey C 5 years agoCarlos Correa 2-For-13 Since Return
Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa went 0-for-5 in the team's 6-2 win over the Cardinals on Sunday. Correa smacked a home run and drove in five runs on Saturday but is only 2-for-13 in three games since returning to the lineup from a broken rib. Correa has been immediately slotted in the middle of a […]
Joey C 5 years agoYuli Gurriel Slashing .411/.442/.878 This Month
Houston Astros infielder Yuli Gurriel added two more hits on Sunday, making it 37 in the month of July as the Astros beat the Cardinals 6-2. Gurriel has completely turned his season around over his last 90 at-bats, raising his slugging percentage from .423 on June 29 all the way up to .526 heading into […]
Joey C 5 years agoYordan Alvarez Continues To Rake
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez reached base four times on Sunday, going 2-for-2 with a home run and two walks in the Astros 6-2 win over the Cardinals. Alvarez continues to dominate the opposition and is slashing .345/.423/.667 in the month of July. Alvarez is making history through the first 129 at-bats in his career, […]
Joey C 5 years agoMichael Brantley Hitting .347 Over Last 30 Games
Houston Astros outfielder Michael Brantley went 2-for-5 with one RBI in the Astros 6-2 win over the Cardinals on Sunday. Brantley has been a steady presence all season for a dangerous Astros lineup and now the team is finally back at full strength. He currently is slashing .373/.442/.667 in the month of July and has […]
Joey C 5 years agoGeorge Springer Slugging .565 In July
Houston Astros outfielder George Springer went 3-for-5 on Sunday, including his 24th home run of the season, in the Astros 6-2 win over the Cardinals. Springer had been going through a cold patch for a handful of games but now has five extra-base hits over his last four games. Springer is now slugging .565 in […]
Joey C 5 years agoJose Altuve Is On Fire
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve went 3-for-5 with a home run and three runs batted in as the Astros beat the Cardinals 6-2 on Sunday. Altuve is perhaps the hottest hitter in the game right now, going 13-for-27 (.481) over his last seven games and is slashing .415/.457/.769 over his last 15 games. This […]
Joey C 5 years agoWade Miley Now 7-2 Over Last 15 Starts
Houston Astros starter Wade Miley tossed five shutout innings to pace the Astros to a 6-2 win over the Cardinals on Sunday. Miley has been in a groove now for a few months and has allowed more than three runs in a start only once since May 19. Over his last 15 starts, Miley is […]
Joey C 5 years agoMike Davis Could Be Early-Season Steal
Chicago Bears running back Mike Davis is impressing coaches through the first few days of padded practice. The team hopes that rookie running back David Montgomery will eventually become the featured runner by season's end but privately are gushing about the ability of Davis. The 26-year-old signed as a free agent in the offseason and […]
Joey C 5 years agoDavid Montgomery Lauded For Vision Despite Tough Day
Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery was praised once again by head coach Matt Nagy for his vision during padded practice. The rookie running back had a tough first day in pads, whiffing on a pass-protection play and then failing to convert on a red zone drill. But Nagy once again lauded Montgomery for his […]
Joey C 5 years agoCarlos Correa Expected Back Friday
Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa is expected to return to the team on Friday. Correa has been sidelined since May 26 with fractured ribs and has been rehabbing for the past week. Correa brings another dynamic bat to an already explosive lineup and the 24-year-old was having a bounce back season to this point. Correa […]
Joey C 5 years agoMitch Trubisky Out To Become "One Percent Better" Each Day
Chicago Bears quarterback Mitch Trubisky spoke to reporters on Thursday and spoke about what will be necessary to take the next step this season. "Get one percent better every day," Trubisky told reporters. "I think that's how you separate yourself in the long run." The third-year quarterback made strides lasts season, compiling 27 total touchdowns […]
Joey C 5 years agoHansel Robles Has 1.71 ERA Over Last 30 Appearances
Los Angeles Angels closer Hansel Robles nailed down his 16th save of the season in the Angels 3-2 win over the Dodgers. Robles has emerged as the team's top ninth inning man this season and entered the month of May with only two saves before taking off. After a bumpy month of May where he […]
Joey C 5 years agoKole Calhoun Continues To Slug
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Kole Calhoun dominated the team's two-game series against the Dodgers, going 6-for-9 with two home runs, three runs scored, four doubles and four runs batted in. Calhoun is slugging .577 over his last 30 games with nine home runs and now is slugging .500 for the season. The veteran slugger is […]
Joey C 5 years agoAnthony Miller Eager To Hit The Field
Chicago Bears wide receiver Anthony Miller will see the field for the first time once training camp opens after missing offseason practices recovering from shoulder surgery. According to head coach Matt Nagy, Miller is "champing at the bit to get out there. He's done a really good job of staying involved in the meetings." Miller […]
Joey C 5 years agoRex Burkhead Leads Charge In 11-On-11 Drill
New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead led the way in the team's first 11-on-11 drill of the season, catching three passes from quarterback Tom Brady. Burkhead has been an important role player for the Patriots the past few seasons but he missed significant time last season with a neck injury. When healthy, Burkhead is […]
Joey C 5 years agoDamien Harris Catches Pass In 11-On-11 Drills
New England Patriots running back Damien Harris got his first taste of the "Tom Brady Experience", catching a pass from the future Hall of Famer in a 11-on-11 drill Thursday. The rookie running back is expected to be in the mix of a crowded backfield with Sony Michel, James White and Rex Burkhead. Harris could […]
Joey C 5 years agoPhillip Dorsett Limps Off After Red Zone Play
New England Patriots wide receiver Phillip Dorsett was seen limping off the field after a red zone drill in training camp on Thursday. With teammates Julian Edelman and Demaryius Thomas sidelined, players like Dorsett need as many reps as they can get. Dorsett has proven to be a serviceable piece in the Patriots offense but […]
Joey C 5 years agoTom Brady Throws Interception On First Pass In Drill
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady threw his first interception of training camp, on his first pass, in a 2-on-2 drill on Thursday. Before the fantasy alarms are sounded, Brady looked sharp during the rest of the drills, completing passes to a variety of players. Father Time is coming at some point for Brady but […]
Joey C 5 years agoN'Keal Harry Enjoys Active First Day Of Camp
New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry can officially say his professional career has begun after catching a pass from quarterback Tom Brady in an 11-on-11 drill. Harry was also spotted on the field working one-on-one with Brady on fade routes and 50/50 balls. With teammates Julian Edelman and Demaryius Thomas sidelined, Harry has an […]
Joey C 5 years agoGeorge Springer Smacks 23rd Home Run In Victory
Houston Astros outfielder George Springer hit his 23rd home run of the season in the Astros 4-2 win over the A's on Wednesday. Springer powered a ball over the center field fence in the third inning for his fifth home run over his last nine games. Springer is having a fantastic season, slashing .295/.382/.591 with […]
Joey C 5 years agoJose Altuve's Three Hits Lead To Win
Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve went 3-for-4 with a home run and two runs batted in as the Astros took down the A's 4-2 on Wednesday. It has been a resurgent month of July for Altuve, who is now slashing .363/.386/.638 over his last 80 at-bats with five home runs and seven doubles. The […]
Joey C 5 years agoJustin Verlander Earns 13th Victory
Houston Astros starter Justin Verlander struck out 11 hitters through six innings as the Astros beat the A's 4-2 on Wednesday. Verlander (13-4 ) allowed only one run as he emerged victorious for his third straight start. After a small bump in the road at the end of June, Verlander has posted a 2.88 ERA […]
Joey C 5 years agoTaylor Gabriel Could Struggle To Replicate Last Season
Chicago Bears wide receiver Taylor Gabriel will begin training camp as a starter on offense after a solid 2018 season. Gabriel led the Bears in receptions with 67 while compiling 688 yards and two touchdowns. The veteran was integral to the Bears getting off to a strong start last season but his production tapered off […]
Joey C 5 years agoAllen Robinson Draws Praise From Matt Nagy
Chicago Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson heads into camp looking for a bounce back season in 2019. Robinson was signed as free agent but disappointed with 55 catches for 754 yards and four touchdowns. Consistency was the issue for the veteran receiver, who was only one year removed from tearing his ACL. One week he […]
Joey C 5 years agoIntrigue Surrounds David Montgomery As Camp Opens
Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery will have plenty of eyes on him as training camps around the league open. The rookie back will have to earn his stripes in an offense that will also feature dynamic playmaker Tarik Cohen and rising talent Mike Davis. Head coach Matt Nagy loves to spread the ball around […]
Joey C 5 years agoCan Jaime Barria Reclaim Starer's Role?
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jaime Barria will get the start on Wednesday when the team takes on the Dodgers. Barria has been a huge disappointment this season after making 26 starts in 2018 while posting a 10-9 record with a 3.41 ERA. The 23-year-old got off on the wrong foot to begin this season and […]
Joey C 5 years agoAndrelton Simmons Scuffling At The Dish
Los Angeles Angels shortstop Andrelton Simmons is stuck in a slump at the plate heading into Wednesday night's action against the Dodgers. Simmons is not known for his power but has posted only three extra-base hits over his last 83 at-bats. He is slashing only .250/.294/.359 in the month of July and simply hasn't quite […]
Joey C 5 years agoJustin Upton Trying To Find His Power
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Justin Upton is slowly rounding into shape as the team prepares to take on the Dodgers Wednesday night. Upton is slugging only .438 through his first 89 at-bats this season but has doubled in each of his last two games. Upton has 30-plus home runs in each of his last three […]
Joey C 5 years agoShohei Ohtani Slugging .566 Against Right-Handed Pitching
Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani is slashing .305/.354/.475 in the month of July heading into Wednesday's matchup against the Dodgers. The power numbers have dipped a touch this month but Ohtani continues to prove that he is a legit offensive weapon around the league. The left-handed hitter has punished right-handed pitching this season, […]
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