The San Diego Padres bolstered their chances of winning a World Series this year by picking up Washington Nationals superstar Juan Soto, according to multiple media reports. The Padres will also acquire first baseman Josh Bell in the deal. Nationals pick up prospect haul In exchange, San Diego is sending […]
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Juan Soto Trade Rumors: Top Five Destinations for the Nationals Superstar
While dozens of players will move at the upcoming trade deadline, there’s only one name at the center of the MLB trade rumor mill: Juan Soto. And while almost any team could benefit from the outfielder’s bat, not every franchise will be willing to pay the steep price in players […]
Home Run Derby Inconsistencies Cause Controversy for Bettors, Sportsbooks
Washington Nationals star Juan Soto defeated Seattle Mariners rookie Julio Rodriguez in the final of the 2022 Home Run Derby, finishing off a thrilling contest that entertained most fans while kicking off All-Star Game festivities in Los Angeles. But for those who bet on the competition, the results caused controversy […]
3 Tips for MLB All-Star Game DFS Strategy
The annual MLB All-Star Game always makes for interesting DFS strategy, given the uniqueness of the format. The large rosters and the uncertainty of playing time make for compelling discussions about who to slot into DFS showdown lineups with only six roster spots. Here are three points to consider as […]
Pete Alonso Favored to Win Third Consecutive Home Run Derby, Faces 1st Round Test from Acuna
Ken Griffey Jr. is the only player to ever win three Home Run Derby titles, and nobody has ever won the contest in three consecutive years. Pete Alonso will try to do just that on Monday night when he headlines the 2022 field for the annual slugfest as a part […]
MLB Injury Report: Juan Soto, Jacob deGrom, Xander Bogaerts Updates
Juan Soto left the Washington Nationals’ Sunday game against the Miami Marlins with calf tightness, but appears to have avoided major injury. The Nationals superstar told reporters that an MRI on his left calf showed no damage. Soto able to hit, not run, on Monday Soto was then able to […]
Nolan Arenado Slugs His Way into National League MVP Debate
The St. Louis Cardinals knew they were getting a perennial All-Star when they traded for Nolan Arenado from the Colorado Rockies before the 2021 season. In 2022, Arenado isn’t meeting those expectations — he’s exceeding them. With seven home runs over his first 27 games, Arendado has put himself near […]
Preseason MVP Odds: Ohtani Looks to Repeat, Soto Favored in NL Race
Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani easily won the AL MVP award last year after his unprecedented success at both the plate and on the mound. Oddsmakers say he’s the favorite to win yet again, but expect him to face serious competition, including from one of his own teammates. […]
Struggling Nationals Place MVP Favorite Juan Soto on 10-Day IL
The Washington Nationals moved outfielder Juan Soto to the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with a strained left shoulder, the latest blow for a team already off to a slow start. The 22-year-old Soto will miss at least seven games with what Nationals manager Davey Martinez called a tight tricep. […]
NL MVP Odds: Juan Soto, Mookie Betts Among Top Contenders in Crowded Field
22-year-old stars Juan Soto and Fernando Tatis Jr. are among the top picks to win the National League’s Most Valuable Player award, according to the latest 2021 NL MVP odds. Unlike in the AL MVP race, where Mike Trout stands as the clear favorite, there are a number of leading […]
Juan Soto Sparks Washington Nationals 8th Inning Comeback to Win NL Wild Card
Juan Soto, playing in his first postseason game with the Washington Nationals, drove in three runs with a bases loaded single off Milwaukee Brewers reliever Josh Hader in the bottom of the 8th inning to put the Nationals ahead for good. The Nationals rallied back from a 3-1 deficit to […]