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Colorado Rockies pitcher Eiberson Castellano on the mound, ready for his Major League debut after a rapid ascent from a minor league contract.

Rockies select Castellano, outright Bellozo to Triple-A

Just six months after signing a minor league contract, 25-year-old Eiberson Castellano will make his Major League debut for the Colorado Rockies.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 14· 2 min
Colorado Rockies pitcher Keegan Thompson walking off the field, looking dejected after being designated for assignment.

Colorado Rockies designate Keegan Thompson for assignment

In just three weeks, RHP Keegan Thompson allowed 11 runs over 12 innings for the Colorado Rockies, leading to his outright assignment to Triple-A Albuquerque, according to MLB Trade Rumors .

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 11· 2 min
Rafael Devers celebrating after signing a massive $313.5 million contract extension with the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

Red Sox Sign Rafael Devers to $313.5M Deal

Just one year after trading him, the Boston Red Sox committed $313.

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 11· 2 min
A baseball pitcher on the mound under stadium lights, conveying focus and the pressure of a game situation.

MLB player notes: Morris, Civale, Wilson updates

Kade Morris, after allowing nine runs over four innings in his MLB debut, was immediately optioned back to Triple-A Las Vegas, according to MLB Trade Rumors .

Rachel Goldberg· Jun 10· 2 min
Charles McAdoo, infielder for the Toronto Blue Jays, in uniform on a baseball field, celebrating his selection to the MLB roster.

Charles McAdoo selected to Blue Jays' MLB roster

Just over a year after being drafted in the 13th round, infielder Charles McAdoo is being selected by the Blue Jays onto their MLB roster, bypassing a full season of Triple-A development, according to

Rachel Goldberg· May 28· 2 min
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal on the mound, symbolizing hope for his 2026 return after groundbreaking NanoNeedle surgery.

Tigers Await Skubal's 2026 Return Amidst Playoff Push

Tarik Skubal's recent surgery utilized a NanoNeedle scope, a tool never before used on an MLB player, offering a high-tech gamble for the struggling Detroit Tigers.

Rachel Goldberg· May 28· 2 min
Silhouetted NBA executives anxiously watch a glowing lottery ball, symbolizing the high stakes of draft lottery reform and the ongoing discussion around tanking.

NBA's '3-2-1' Lottery: A New Era to Combat Tanking

The NBA is implementing a new '3-2-1' Draft Lottery system starting in 2027 to combat deliberate tanking by altering lottery odds. This reform aims to incentivize teams to prioritize winning over securing higher draft picks.

Chloe Armstrong· May 18· 5 min
Young NBA rookie on court with holographic salary projections, representing the NBA rookie salary scale and draft pick earnings.

NBA Rookie Salary Scale: How It Works for Draft Picks

The first overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft is expected to sign a contract worth $62 million over four years, according to Si .

Rachel Goldberg· Aug 2· 5 min
Ice hockey player Gavin McKenna in action, showcasing his exceptional skills and potential as a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft.

Gavin McKenna Confirmed as #1 Pick in Deep 2026 NHL Draft

Gavin McKenna has been confirmed as the #1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, a consensus selection due to his exceptional offensive talent. The draft class is also noted for its impressive depth and stylistic diversity.

Marco Moretti· Jun 10· 4 min