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Time of India
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Is as good as Vladdy'- MLB insider makes a bold claim about Kyle Tucker's speculated extension with Cubs
'Is as good as Vladdy'- MLB insider makes a bold claim about Kyle Tucker's speculated extension with Cubs (Image Source: Getty) With the Chicago Cubs putting on a stellar show during the 2025 MLB season, Kyle Tucker has been diverting attention towards himself. The speculations around the extension deal between the Chicago Cubs and their left fielder have been doing the rounds of the MLB fraternity. Recently a reputed MLB analyst compared Kyle Tucker's value with Toronto Blue Jays' first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Operation Sindoor 'Did not want to...': Pak def min gives absurd excuse for army's failure to withstand Op Sindoor Blackouts, sirens & Pak's failed attacks: 10 things that happened in the last 36 hrs '1971 war was not remotely as terrifying': Residents of border areas shell-shocked while talking about the much-awaited extension deal between the Cubs and their popular left fielder. MLB analyst Bob Nightengale makes a bold prediction about Kyle Tucker's speculated extension deal with the Cubs With the Chicago Cubs leading the American League Central division, it is evident that Kyle Tucker and company are here for some serious show. Tucker was added to the Cubs' roster with a $16.5 million contract for the 2025 MLB season. During the ongoing season, the Cubs' right fielder not only helped the MLB team make its way to the top of the table but also diverted all the cameras with his brilliant flamboyance on the field. During a recent appearance on the SportsNet Blair and Balker show, reputed MLB insider Bob Nightengale was quite optimistic about Kyle Tucker's speculated extension deal with the Cubs. He said, 'I would have said less than 50/50, like 30 percent, before the season started. Now I think it's' 50/50, maybe even 60/40, that he remains a Cub. There's a lot of pressure on ownership.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Gorgeous Female Athletes Ranked-But Did We Get It Right? Learn More Undo While talking about Tucker's free agency after the 2025 MLB season, Nightingale went on to compare the Cubs star with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. He said, 'He wanted $300 million from the Astros. After seeing what Vladdy got, you've got to say Tucker is as good as Vladdy. I would think he'd be somewhere in that range.' As mentioned by Bob Nightengale, if the Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can be subjected to a half-billion contract with his previous team, then there is a strong possibility for a great extension deal with respect to the Cubs' Kyle Tucker too. Also Read: Uncertainty looms over Dodgers' $2 million pitching star after being defeated by Cubs
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Tigers Make Historic Announcement After Angels Game
The Detroit Tigers concluded their four-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with a commanding 13-1 victory on Sunday, securing a 3-1 series win at Angel Stadium. This decisive win followed a 5-2 loss on Saturday, where the Tigers' offense struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. In Sunday's game, Detroit's bats came alive, with Trey Sweeney leading the charge by collecting four hits and driving in six runs. Kerry Carpenter and Colt Keith each added home runs, contributing to the team's season-high run total. On the mound, Reese Olson delivered 5.2 scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and striking out eight, effectively stifling the Angels' lineup. Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Reese Olson (45).Denny Medley-Imagn Images Detroit's strong offensive performance has been instrumental in its recent success, propelling them to a 22-13 record and maintaining its position atop the American League Central division. Advertisement Following the win, the Tigers took to social media to announce a historic achievement—the team has now hit 20 home runs over their last seven games—their most in any seven-game stretch since September 2004. The Tigers' recent surge has been fueled by a potent offense and solid pitching, positioning them as strong contenders in the early stages of the season. Conversely, the Angels continue to struggle, falling to 13-20 and remaining at the bottom of the AL West standings. Despite a brief respite with a 5-2 win on Saturday, the Angels have lost eight of their last ten games. Injuries have further compounded their challenges, with Mike Trout currently on the injured list. Detroit will resume action against the Colorado Rockies, aiming to extend its winning streak. The Angels, meanwhile, will host the Seattle Mariners, seeking to reverse their fortunes and climb out of the division cellar. Advertisement Related: MLB Fans Devastated Over Angels' Mike Trout Announcement Related: Angels Make Unfortunate MLB History in Loss to Tigers
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Guardians Make Jose Ramirez Announcement After Leaving Blue Jays Game
Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez is one of the most complete players in MLB. Entering Friday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Ramirez was looking to build on what was a historic performance on Thursday. In Cleveland's walk-off win against the Minnesota Twins, Ramirez became the first primary third baseman in MLB history to reach 250 home runs and 250 stolen bases (via MLB's Sarah Langs). His 10th inning steal led to the game's winning run. Advertisement Legging out an infield single in the third inning of Friday's series opener against Toronto, Ramirez collapsed behind first base and was forced to leave the game with Cleveland's trainer. Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11)© Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images An ironman for most of his career, Ramirez has played at least 150 games in each of the last four seasons. Any time he leaves a game early, there is obvious concern. Fortunately for Guardians fans, the team's update is encouraging one. "Jose Ramirez has a mild right ankle sprain," Guardians team reporter Andre Knott announced on X. The team reposted this official update and also mentioned it on the broadcast. Ramirez entered Friday producing below his usual numbers. The switch-hitting third baseman owns a .774 OPS after going 2-for-2 in the series opener against Toronto. For his career, Ramirez owns an .855 OPS that ranks 16th among active hitters and first among active switch-hitters. Advertisement The Guardians entered Friday second in the American League Central division, trailing the Detroit Tigers by 1.5 games. Cleveland eliminated Detroit in the 2024 ALDS, surviving to win a five-game series. Ramirez's health is pivotal to Cleveland's pursuit of another division title, and it fortunately sounds as if he has avoided a serious injury. Related: Blue Jays' John Schneider Announces Major Max Scherzer News on Friday Related: Blue Jays' John Schneider Sends Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Message After Red Sox Game
Axios
27-03-2025
- Business
- Axios
Twins need trio of star hitters to stay healthy
The Twins begin their 2025 season Thursday, and success or failure will depend largely on three things: Carlos Correa's feet, Byron Buxton's back and Royce Lewis's legs. Why it matters: With waning fan interest following last season's September collapse, the Twins need a big year to put butts back in Target Field seats and eyeballs on TV broadcasts. The big picture: Despite fan frustrations over ownership spending and the TV situation, this appears to be a pretty good team. They're slight favorites to win the mediocre American League Central division, and if they can make the playoffs, the field could be wide open as no team in the AL is projected to win more than 89 games. They have a strong and deep rotation of starting pitchers and a bullpen that, if healthy, could be lights out. Yes, but: Their lineup is shaky and their top three hitters — Correa, Buxton and Lewis — are major injury concerns. They combined to play only 270 out of 486 games last year. Lewis will begin the season on the injured list with a hamstring strain. Catch up quick: This year's roster is remarkably similar to last year's. Longtime right fielder Max Kepler left for Philadelphia and they added journeyman outfielder Harrison Bader on a modest contract. Zoom out: For many fans, the more intriguing storyline of the season is not what happens on the field but in the owner's suite. The Pohlad family put the team up for sale last fall. Hopes that the deep-pocketed Ishbia brothers would buy the Twins were dashed when they chose to pursue the rival Chicago White Sox instead. A recent report in The Athletic said the team is still on the market and there's buyer interest, but that the Pohlads are holding out at a $1.7 billion price. The other side (of the river): St. Paul Saints fans should be excited about the season. They'll get to watch some of the Twins' best prospects in years, including slugger Emmanuel Rodriguez and pitchers David Festa and Zebby Matthews. A potential mid-season call-up of phenom Walker Jenkins also looms. Nick's prediction: The Twins will go 87-75 and win the division thanks to strong pitching. Their weak lineup will cause them to lose in the first round of the playoffs.
