With the 19th pick of the 2024 MLB Draft, the New York Mets selected two-way player Carson Benge from Oklahoma State. MLB.com ranked Benge as the 18th-best player in this year’s draft. Despite his experience and decent success as both a pitcher and hitter, many project Benge’s future to be in the outfield. MLB.com describes Benge’s profile as a first-round talent as a hitter … [Read more...] about Mets Use First Round Draft Pick on a Two-Way Player
How To Bet The 2024 Home Run Derby
Tonight’s Home Run Derby officially kicks off the All-Star Game festivities. Players and fans alike get the opportunity to “wow” at the barrage of long balls being smashed. Names that many fans associate with big flies and ridiculous exit velocity i.e. Oneil Cruz, Elly De La Cruz, Aaron Judge, and others opted out of the Derby. With those players out let’s look at who IS in … [Read more...] about How To Bet The 2024 Home Run Derby
2024 MLB Draft Tracker: 1st-Round Results and Analysis
The 2024 MLB Draft is here. Teams will come together to make their picks with an eye toward the future. The draft will again be part of All-Star week and will feature 20 rounds, with the first 74 picks– the first two rounds, compensatory rounds, Competitive Balance Rounds and prospect promotion incentive selections on the first night. Days 2 (Rounds 3-10) and 3 (Rounds 11-20) … [Read more...] about 2024 MLB Draft Tracker: 1st-Round Results and Analysis
Yankees Continue Dealing with Injuries as Stanton Nears Return
It’s been a rough month of July for the New York Yankees, not only going 4-8 so far, but also missing several key players due to injuries. The most notable name missing from the lineup card is Giancarlo Stanton. After putting up a solid first-half performance, the 34-year-old slugger was placed on the injured list on June 23 with a hamstring strain. Since then, the Yankees’ … [Read more...] about Yankees Continue Dealing with Injuries as Stanton Nears Return
Yankees 2024 MLB Draft Round One: Scouting Report And Analysis
In the first round of the 2024 MLB draft, the New York Yankees selected right-handed pitcher Ben Hess out of Alabama State University. The Yankees selected 26th overall in this year’s draft selections. Yankees 2024 MLB Draft Round One: Scouting Report And Analysis The MLB draft festivities kicked off Sunday night in Texas, with the Cleveland Guardians leading it off. 25 rounds … [Read more...] about Yankees 2024 MLB Draft Round One: Scouting Report And Analysis