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Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>MLB World Reacts as Phillies’ Cristopher Sánchez’s Scoreless Streak Snaps at 50 2/3 Innings</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-world-reacts-as-phillies-cristopher-sanchez-s-scoreless-streak-snaps-at-50-2-3-innings-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt81x3rrsd</guid><description>The Philadelphia Phillies ace was on an insane run.</description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:10:54 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4079,h_2294,x_0,y_207/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt82qtskxys0ar14f4.jpg" caption="Jun 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sanchez (61) throws a pitch against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Latest Yordan Álvarez Report Clarifies MLB Trade Market</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/latest-yordan-alvarez-report-clarifies-mlb-trade-market-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt7f92m2m0</guid><description>It certainly doesn&#39;t sound like the Houston Astros are going to trade the superstar this summer.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:44:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7296,h_4104,x_0,y_110/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt7g0n5psn8j82j4dp.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning at Globe Life Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images | Robert Edwards-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Biggest Surprises of the 2026 MLB Season So Far</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/the-biggest-surprises-of-the-2026-mlb-season-so-far-curt9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Curt Bishop</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt7536pc90</guid><description>A lot of crazy things have happened this year in Major League Baseball. Here are a few of them.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:46:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5824,h_3276,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt755c0rr0dyjh6db1.jpg" caption="May 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates teammates greet starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) in the dugout after being removed during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images | Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tigers Collapse All But Confirms Tarik Skubal&#39;s Fate at Deadline, Past 2026</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/tigers-collapse-all-but-confirms-tarik-skubal-s-fate-at-deadline-past-2026-curt9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Curt Bishop</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4a34x8q4</guid><description>Things haven&#39;t gone well for the Tigers, which essentially confirms that Tarik Skubal&#39;s trade deadline fate is all but sealed.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4358,h_2451,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt4ysja7yz23r31xkh.jpg" caption="Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal watches a play during the seventh inning between Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Curt Bishop"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jacob deGrom Finally Reaches Milestone Many MLB Fans Probably Thought He Already Hit</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/jacob-degrom-finally-reaches-milestone-many-mlb-fans-probably-thought-he-already-hit-justin3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Binkowski</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4kfbj02h</guid><description>Texas Rangers star pitcher Jacob deGrom accomplished something in his latest start that likely should&#39;ve happened many years ago.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:59:56 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4973,h_2797,x_0,y_318/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt4khf0m4vz3jjbee8.jpg" caption="Jun 1, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Binkowski"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Marlins Star Among MLB Trade Deadline Prizes to Watch</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/marlins-star-among-mlb-trade-deadline-prizes-to-watch-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt4keb32wr</guid><description>The Miami Marlins star is someone to watch ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:02:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4886,h_2748,x_0,y_42/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt4mbxsvb00svj9kjn.jpg" caption="May 10, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA;  Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) throws in the first inning against the Washington Nationals at loanDepot Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | Steven Bisig-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Curt Bishop"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blue Jays-Tarik Skubal Blockbuster Would Reshape American League Race</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-tarik-skubal-blockbuster-would-reshape-american-league-race-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt44znc22b</guid><description>If the Detroit Tigers are going to trade Tarik Skubal, the Toronto Blue Jays would be a very intriguing landing spot.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:44:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5467,h_3075,x_0,y_162/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt467vzqxhahn8msgh.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blue Jays-Marlins Sandy Alcántara Mock Trade to Jumpstart Trade Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/blue-jays-marlins-sandy-alcantara-mock-trade-to-jumpstart-trade-season-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt2ryeg36w</guid><description>When will the fireworks begin around Major League Baseball in the trade market?</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:59:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3210,h_1805,x_0,y_64/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt2sz6ex247f2qhf0p.jpg" caption="May 5, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) throws against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images | Jim Rassol-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>MLB, MLBPA Salary Cap Battle Takes Another Public Turn </title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-mlbpa-salary-cap-battle-takes-another-public-turn-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt2dwg2r8z</guid><description>The ongoing CBA negotiations took yet another turn on Monday.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:43:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3951,h_2222,x_0,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt2epd2h7g7kmqgx52.jpg" caption="Jun 30, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baseballs in a bucket prior to the game between the Kansas City Royals and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | William Purnell-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The MLB Pitching Trade Market Doesn&#39;t End With Tarik Skubal</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/the-mlb-pitching-trade-market-doesn-t-end-with-tarik-skubal-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt23nxd1zh</guid><description>There are a handful of hurlers who could be on the move this season before the 2026 trade deadline.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:49:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4673,h_2628,x_0,y_234/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt24tq5nh30eskzz8d.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dodgers&#39; Mock Trade Would Land Tarik Skubal for Haul of Prospects</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/dodgers-mock-trade-would-land-tarik-skubal-for-haul-of-prospects-curt9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Curt Bishop</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1qg4z0nz</guid><description>Tarik Skubal might be a top trade chip, but could this package actually get the job done for the Dodgers?</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:19:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3571,h_2008,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt1r5cc3bpq23gfjhp.jpg" caption="Apr 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) throws against the Atlanta Braves in the second inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Curt Bishop"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nobody Saw This White Sox Turnaround Coming Across MLB</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/nobody-saw-this-white-sox-turnaround-coming-across-mlb-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1mwtnfqv</guid><description>The Chicago White Sox have been one of the league&#39;s biggest feel-good stories of 2026.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4087,h_2298,x_0,y_426/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt1pcccb6t3m3xs679.jpg" caption="May 30, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery (12) hits a home run against the Detroit Tigers during the eighth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images | Matt Marton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Next Tony Gwynn? That Crown Is Held By Giants Star</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/next-tony-gwynn-that-crown-is-held-by-giants-star-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt1hrhkkz0</guid><description>The San Francisco Giants star looks like the modern-day Tony Gwynn.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:31:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4109,h_2311,x_0,y_49/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt1jkkvdemfmxv2btq.jpg" caption="May 16, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez (1) bats during the third inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Yankees Pull Off Bizarre MLB First Against Athletics</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/yankees-pull-off-bizarre-mlb-first-against-athletics-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt0bjpm3d1</guid><description>The New York Yankees had a ridiculous game on Sunday against the Athletics.</description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:21:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2539,h_1428,x_0,y_402/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/fastball/01kt0c3zd9tjrjq1766x.jpg" caption="May 31, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) follows through on an RBI single against the Athletics during the third inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images | D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tarik Skubal Trade Appears Increasingly Likely, Per MLB Insider</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/tarik-skubal-trade-appears-increasingly-likely-per-mlb-insider-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksz4htct5d</guid><description>The Detroit Tigers ace is going to be a guy to watch over the next few months.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:05:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4220,h_2373,x_0,y_99/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksz595rj43eykd14dz.jpg" caption="Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) walks off the field for pitching change during the seventh inning against Milwaukee Brewers at Comerica Park in Detroit on Thursday, April 23, 2026. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>MLB World Reacts as Fernando Tatis Jr. Snaps Wild Homer Drought</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mlb-world-reacts-as-fernando-tatis-jr-snaps-wild-homer-drought-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksxcwpy1a7</guid><description>The San Diego Padres superstar just launched his first homer of the season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 21:51:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3600,h_2025,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksxdtbe9e22s9jd6rb.jpg" caption="Apr 21, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) jokes with the players in the Detroit Tigers dugout while standing on third base in the first inning at Comerica Park. 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The team   s first game is Friday at Iowa, and they   ll open their home season April 4 against Charlotte. 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Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images | Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2 Teams Unlikely to Make Splash for Tarik Skubal</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/2-teams-unlikely-to-make-splash-for-tarik-skubal-curt9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Curt Bishop</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksqkkdr58t</guid><description>Tarik Skubal will be highly sought after at the trade deadline, but you can count these two teams out.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:40:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5403,h_3039,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksqkmqt6drx1mzscac.jpg" caption="Apr 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Curt Bishop"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Freddy Peralta vs. Tarik Skubal: Which Ace Is More Likely to Be Dealt?</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/freddy-peralta-vs-tarik-skubal-which-ace-is-more-likely-to-be-dealt-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksq972g1ht</guid><description>The New York Mets and Detroit Tigers have aces that every team should want.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:50:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2489,h_1400,x_0,y_12/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksq9zq2tr9m8h9f5cb.jpg" caption="May 17, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the New York Yankees at Citi Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images | Rhona Wise-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mets NL East Hopes Take Hit With Latest Luis Robert Jr. News</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/mets-nl-east-hopes-take-hit-with-latest-luis-robert-jr-news-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksnd0e1a5r</guid><description>The New York Mets slugger won&#39;t be back for a bit.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:22:30 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5035,h_2832,x_0,y_182/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksndyv6gqnqg6jrk9h.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets center fielder Luis Robert Jr. (88) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tigers-Dodgers&#39; Tarik Skubal Mock Trade Package is Off-Base</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/tigers-dodgers-tarik-skubal-mock-trade-package-is-off-base-curt9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Curt Bishop</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmrngt4s0</guid><description>The Dodgers should be in play for Tarik Skubal. However, this potential package for him seems a little bit off-base.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:26:53 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4046,h_2275,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksmrtz5nfyc2hm5hs6.jpg" caption="Apr 29, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) talks to catcher Dillon Dingler (13) against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images | Brett Davis-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Curt Bishop"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Munetaka Murakami’s Surge Puts Him in Same Sentence as Mark McGwire</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/munetaka-murakami-s-surge-puts-him-in-same-sentence-as-mark-mcgwire-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmrfrgapx</guid><description>The Chicago White Sox slugger is on a tear right now few rookies have been on.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:17:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4200,h_2362,x_0,y_430/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksms6sha1zp54jfk9h.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami (5) rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Minnesota Twins during the eight inning at Rate Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images | Michael McLoone-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Tarik Skubal, More Injuries Looming Over 2026 Season</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/vladimir-guerrero-jr-tarik-skubal-more-injuries-looming-over-2026-season-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksk7dbv251</guid><description>There are a handful of stars working their way back to the field around the league.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:28:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksk9mcekk4dhbc3y33.jpg" caption="May 19, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA;  Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) watches from the dugout prior to the start of the game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Aaron Judge vs. Bobby Witt Jr.: Who Is the AL MVP Right Now?</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/aaron-judge-vs-bobby-witt-jr-who-is-the-al-mvp-right-now-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksjqmraa30</guid><description>It&#39;s going to be an intriguing AL Most Valuable Player Award race, to say the least. </description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 18:29:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6144,h_3456,x_0,y_3/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksjrr32fx3wbx7zf98.jpg" caption="May 24, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) reacts after hitting a walk off two run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays during the ninth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | John Jones-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Patrick McAvoy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Freddy Peralta Reportedly Drawing Trade Interest as Mets Freefall Continues</title><link>https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/freddy-peralta-reportedly-drawing-trade-interest-as-mets-freefall-continues-pat3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Patrick McAvoy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksjfbvm18v</guid><description>The New York Mets hurler could very well end up being a trade deadline darling for a contender.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 16:08:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4063,h_2285,x_0,y_79/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksjgft56m12pfd9nyw.jpg" caption="Apr 24, 2026; New York City, New York, USA;  New York Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) reacts after recording a strike out to end the top of the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citi Field. 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Here&#39;s what you need to know. </description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 02:58:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_625/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/fastball/01ksgzn0pe388tx2wn70.jpg" caption="May 30, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; A general view of the ballpark with the roof open during the game between the Texas Rangers and the St. Louis Cardinals at Globe Life Field. 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