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The Cleveland Guardians are finalizing a deal to acquire right-hander Alex Cobb from the San Francisco Giants, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The Giants will receive left-hander Jacob Bresnahan and a player to be named later. Cobb, 36, was on track to make his season debut Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics. Cobb is in the final season of a two-year, $20 million contract but … [Read more...] about Guardians, Giants Agree to Deal Veteran Right-Hander in Latest Deal

With the trade deadline looming, the Cleveland Guardians have several needs to round out the roster. Which players are the best fits? Cleveland currently sits atop the AL Central with the best record in the American League, and the second-best record in all of baseball, at 61-40. Still, the Minnesota Twins and Kansas City Royals are within reach of the division. For the … [Read more...] about Potential Trade Fits for the Guardians at the Deadline

Tonight’s Home Run Derby officially kicks off the All-Star Game festivities.  Players and fans alike get the opportunity to “wow” at the barrage of long balls being smashed. Names that many fans associate with big flies and ridiculous exit velocity i.e. Oneil Cruz, Elly De La Cruz, Aaron Judge, and others opted out of the Derby. With those players out let’s look at who IS in … [Read more...] about How To Bet The 2024 Home Run Derby

The 2024 MLB Draft is here. Teams will come together to make their picks with an eye toward the future. The draft will again be part of All-Star week and will feature 20 rounds, with the first 74 picks– the first two rounds, compensatory rounds, Competitive Balance Rounds and prospect promotion incentive selections on the first night. Days 2 (Rounds 3-10) and 3 (Rounds 11-20) … [Read more...] about 2024 MLB Draft Tracker: 1st-Round Results and Analysis

No one seems to know who the Cleveland Guardians will select with the first overall pick of the 2024 MLB Draft. Cleveland is considering over half a dozen options for their pick. The top-tier candidates include Travis Bazzana, Charlie Condon, JJ Wetherholt and possibly Jac Caglianone. There is a rumor that Wetherholt may be the choice, with a $2 million discount. Keith Law of … [Read more...] about Guardians Urged to Draft Oregon State Standout Second Baseman