Nationals righty Max Scherzer struck out 20 Tigers wednesday night in D.C. in an epic performance. Here is how the Tigers’ lineup fared individually: Ian Kinsler: 3 Ks J.D. Martinez: 3 Ks Miguel Cabrera: 3 Ks Victor Martinez: 0 Ks Justin Upton: 2 Ks James McCann: 3 Ks Anthony Gose: 3 Ks Jose Iglesias: 1 K Jordan Zimmermann: 1 K Jarrod Saltalamacchia: 1 K Entering the 9th inning with 18...
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According to multiple sources but first reported by the Washington Post, Nationals RHP Stephen Strasburg has agreed to a long term extension valued at $175 million for seven years. The deal is said to include a rolling third and fourth year opt-out clause. The report said an official announcement will come Tuesday. Strasburg, 27, is 59-37 with a 3.06 ERA and 1.087 WHIP through 138 career starts....
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The Mets (3-5) beat the Marlins (3-4) by a score of 2-1 Wednesday afternoon at Citi Field to salvage the final game and avoid a sweep at home. Pitching: Logan Verrett filled in brilliantly for the injured Jacob deGrom, tossing 6 scoreless innings. He struck out 6 batters while allowing only three hits and walking two. Jim Henderson came in to pitch the 7th inning. He allowed a base hit to Martin...
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On Sunday, the New York Mets hosted a clinic for the St. Lucie Special Olympics at Tradition Field. The feel of the event can be summed up with a quote from Special Olympics regional director Jeff Hancock, who said, “This is beyond amazing. The opportunities that our athletes in the Special Olympics have because of the New York Mets bringing this clinic in is unbelievable.”...
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Tommy John surgery has become something of an epidemic in this decade. In 2014 alone, 98 players underwent the infamous surgery. While modern medicine and technology have reduced recovery time and enhanced rehab programs, it is still a 12-16 month ordeal after surgery. As of now, Noah Syndergaard, 23, is the only member of the “Fab 5” to avoid the surgery. Matt Harvey (26), Jacob...
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