5 Fascinating Takeaways from Statcast’s New MLB Sprint Speed Data
MLB’s Statcast has tracked the baserunning speed of all its players since 2015. That data is finally available to the public. Let’s have some fun with it.
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Brendan McKay Among Nine New Topps Now Cards
Brendan McKay may have been drafted and then signed the biggest bonus ever but now he has a major league baseball card.
Aaron Judge Among Rookies Eyeing an MLB Milestone
Aaron Judge, Franklin Barreto, and Cody Bellinger are among the rookies within striking distance of a major league milestone.
NBA Draft Brings Plenty of Changes, Winners and Losers
For those folks already starving for basketball, we take a look at a few winners and losers of the 2017 NBA Draft.
Topps Now: Franklin Barreto, MLB History, and James Shields
Topps Now honors achievements from Franklin Barreto, James Shields, Jaycob Brugman, and Matt Olson with new baseball cards.
Oakland Raiders, Derek Carr Finalize Contract
The Oakland Raiders have made quarterback Derek Carr a very, very rich man as they finalize the largest extension in NFL history.
A first half to remember—or forget—for these MLB players and teams
With the All-Star break approaching, several players and teams are—for better or worse—reaching MLB milestones in their first-halves.
Matt Chapman Gets His First Major League Baseball Card
It took Matt Chapman two days to make a splash in Oakland and receive his first Major League hit and baseball card.
Topps Now: Walk-offs from Khris Davis, Cabrera, and Tapia
Walk-off wins are the theme of the day with Khris Davis, Miguel Cabrera, and Raimel Tapia receiving Topps Now Cards today.
The Hall of Famers to play on 100 Win teams…. and 100 loss teams
Many all-time great players have played on all-time great teams. But which Hall of Fame stars have also played for the game’s worst outfits?
Consistency puts Adrian Gonzalez, Rockies on verge of MLB milestones
Adrian Gonzalez and Jose Reyes each make their second appearances on the watchlist this season as they close in on MLB milestones.
Scooter Gennett Receives Full Topps Now Treatment
Scooter Gennett receives his first 2017 Topps Now card after a four home run, 10 RBI night for the record books.
Buster Posey Among Franchise Players Approaching MLB Milestones
Don’t take Buster Posey and Ryan Zimmerman for granted! Years of service to their franchises has them on the verge of huge MLB milestones.
Topps Now: Adam Wainwright, Aaron Hicks, and Twins
Adam Wainwright brought in all the runs, Aaron Hicks had 6 RBI with out a homer, and Twins grab a triple play.
Trevor Bauer, Robbie Ray, Eric Skoglund, and Jay Bruce Shine
The story behind the latest Trevor Bauer, Robbie Ray, Eric Skoglund, and Jay Bruce Topps Now baseball cards.
Andrew McCutchen Homers and Astros Comeback in Camo Hats
Andrew McCutchen walks-off in Pittsburgh and the Astros post an amazing comeback wearing Memorial Day jerseys.
Lefty power on the mound and at the plate may lead to several MLB milestones
Strikeouts and home runs are on the rise, and that’s the common thread connecting many of this week’s potential MLB milestones.
Pitchers increasingly throw complete games only when they are shutouts
Over the last 100 years of baseball, there has been a steady increase in the percentage of all complete games thrown that were also shutouts.
Chris Sale and Craig Kimbrel among AL East players vying for a milestone
Players around the AL East—including Red Sox Chris Sale and Craig Kimbrel—can close in on big MLB milestones during their May 22-28 games.
NBA Draft: Three Possible Lottery Trades to Propel Teams to Playoffs
With most teams left with nothing to look forward to but the future, we look at some potential trades around the 2017 NBA Draft.
Albert Pujols, Justin Upton swinging for the fences as they near MLB milestones
Albert Pujols and Justin Upton have added incentive to homer this week. Those MLB milestones and more to watch for during the week of May 15.
Yonder Alonso is off to a very good start this season
Yonder Alonso, in his first 32 games, has surpassed several career highs and is on his way to a career season.
Oakland Raiders: Three Questions to Answer Before Season
All that’s left before a new season for the Oakland Raiders is OTA’s, training camp and some preseason games.
Jose Reyes limps, Clayton Kershaw streaks toward career milestones
Jose Reyes’ hits, Clayton Kershaw’s dominance and more upcoming MLB milestones. Adjust your viewing schedule accordingly.