Mark P The Weekend Chat (postseason edition) is here! We’ll take a minute for some questions to stack up, and then pitter patter, let’s get at ’er Phillie Phanatic If Phils lose does Thomson get fired? Mark P I’m not sure there’s anything that be pointed at as Thomson’s fault, in relation to why the Phillies aren’t able to get over the hump and win a title. But, with … [Read more...] about MLBTR Chat Transcript
Harrison Bader To Undergo Imaging For Groin Injury
The Phillies pulled outfielder Harrison Bader from Game 1 of the NLDS against the Dodgers tonight due to what was at first described by the team has hamstring tightness, but manager Rob Thomson later relayed to reporters (including Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic) that the issue was actually groin tightness. Bader himself later spoke to reporters (including Tim Kelly of On … [Read more...] about Harrison Bader To Undergo Imaging For Groin Injury
D-Backs’ Tyler Locklear To Undergo Elbow, Shoulder Surgeries
Diamondbacks first baseman Tyler Locklear will undergo surgery on both his left elbow and shoulder later this month, reports Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic. The rookie suffered a ligament tear in his elbow and a labrum injury in his shoulder. The procedures make it likely that Locklear will open the 2026 season on the injured list. John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM reports that … [Read more...] about D-Backs’ Tyler Locklear To Undergo Elbow, Shoulder Surgeries
David Ross Hoping For Another Managerial Opportunity
Former Cubs manager David Ross is interested in a return to managing, the ex-skipper told Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. “It’s an itch that hasn’t gone away.” Ross has been out of baseball for the past two years after getting fired by Chicago following the 2023 campaign. Ross spent four seasons at the helm in Chicago. He had no previous managing experience prior to taking over … [Read more...] about David Ross Hoping For Another Managerial Opportunity
Marlins Notes: Alcantara, First Base, Garrett, Meyer
The Marlins improbably remained alive in the Wild Card race into the season’s final week. While that was enabled largely by the Mets’ collapse, Miami finished just four games under .500 after a 100-loss season in 2024. President of baseball operations Peter Bendix spoke with reporters on Wednesday as he enters his third offseason. Bendix’s biggest decision is whether to trade … [Read more...] about Marlins Notes: Alcantara, First Base, Garrett, Meyer