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Konnor Griffin (OF/SS - PIT)
4/10/26 9:21 AM - Sources: SS Griffin, Pirates agree to $140M deal. Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin and the Pirates are in agreement on a nine-year extension, locking up the top prospect in baseball less than a week after his major league debut.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48428020/sourc...
4/10/26 9:21 AM - Sources: SS Griffin, Pirates agree to $140M deal. Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin and the Pirates are in agreement on a nine-year extension, locking up the top prospect in baseball less than a week after his major league debut.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48428020/sourc...
Jorge Polanco (DH/2B - NYM)
4/10/26 3:20 AM - What Mets' first base situation looks like with Jorge Polanco in danger of IL stint. Jorge Polanco could be placed on the IL with Achilles tendinitis. How can the Mets handle their first base situation with the Polanco situation in flux?
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-first-b...
4/10/26 3:20 AM - What Mets' first base situation looks like with Jorge Polanco in danger of IL stint. Jorge Polanco could be placed on the IL with Achilles tendinitis. How can the Mets handle their first base situation with the Polanco situation in flux?
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-jorge-polanco-first-b...
Luke Weaver (P - NYM)
4/9/26 7:50 PM - Luke Weaver stumbles, Brett Baty can't come up with catch in game-changing inning of Mets' loss vs. Diamondbacks. Luke Weaver has dominated for the Mets in 2026, but on Thursday night, he had his first stumble and was not helped by the defense behind him.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-luke-weaver-brett-bat...
4/9/26 7:50 PM - Luke Weaver stumbles, Brett Baty can't come up with catch in game-changing inning of Mets' loss vs. Diamondbacks. Luke Weaver has dominated for the Mets in 2026, but on Thursday night, he had his first stumble and was not helped by the defense behind him.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-luke-weaver-brett-bat...
Sandy Alcantara (P - MIA)
4/9/26 6:12 PM - [Last Word on Sports] - Pitcher Trade Market: Sandy Alcantara, Joe Ryan, and Luis Severino Lead Potential Trade Candidates. The 2026 MLB Season Is Already Building Toward a Pitching-Driven Trade Deadline As the 2026 MLB season develops, one trend is becoming impossible to ignore: starting pitching will once again dominate the trade deadline market. Contenders across both leagues are already dealing with rotation instability, early-season injuries, and depth concerns that tend to escalate as the summer progresses. With few true frontline starters expected to be available, the cost for pitching help is likely to rise quickly once July arrives. At the center of that market are three pitchers who represent three very different trade archetypes: Each brings a distinct level of value, control, and availability that will shape how the 2026 deadline unfolds. Sandy Alcantara: The Franchise-Altering Ace Every Contender Will Monitor Feb 28, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) looks on against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Sandy Alcantara remains the premier potential trade chip in baseball when discussing impact at the top of the market. A former Cy Young winner and one of the most physically dominant starters in the game when healthy, Alcantara represents the rare pitcher capable of instantly reshaping a postseason rotation. His combination of power, durability, and proven high-leverage experience makes him the type of arm front offices pursue aggressively . Why he could be available: ’s long-term roster flexibility always keeps star players in conversation A significant prospect return would be difficult to ignore if the season trends downward True frontline starters are rarely available at the deadline Why it is not guaranteed: He is not a pure rental and carries meaningful team control Miami typically only moves elite talent in clear sell situations Outlook: If the Marlins fall out of contention, Alcantara would immediately become the most impactful pitcher available at the 2026 trade deadline. Joe Ryan: The Most Logical High-End Trade Target in Baseball Joe Ryan profiles as the most realistic combination of talent, control, and availability among all potential starting pitchers on the market. Ryan offers exactly what contending teams prioritize at the deadline: , and reliability in a playoff rotation. With multiple years of team control remaining, he also represents more than a short-term rental, increasing his value significantly. Why he stands out: Strong strike-throwing profile that plays in postseason environments Affordable long-term control relative to production Continued development upside as a mid-rotation or better starter Why he could be moved: ’s standing in the AL Central or Wild Card race will determine direction Strong trade markets often push teams to capitalize on controllable assets The Twins have shown willingness in recent years to adjust roster direction midstream Outlook: Ryan is one of the most realistic “available but expensive” starters in baseball and would command a strong prospect package if Minnesota decides to pivot. Luis Severino: A Contract-Controlled Wild Card in Oakland’s Rotation Luis Severino enters 2026 in a far different trade category than typical deadline arms. Now in the second year of a three-year deal with the Oakland Athletics, Severino is no longer a short-term rental or straightforward deadline flip. Instead, he is a contract-controlled veteran whose trade availability depends heavily on . Why he remains on the radar: could shift direction if the season falls out of reach early Veteran starters with postseason experience always draw interest Strong performance could elevate his value in a potential move Why he is not a typical deadline candidate: He is under team control beyond 2026 Oakland is not required to move him midseason The A’s are more likely to evaluate timing based on value maximization Outlook: Severino is best viewed as a situational trade candidate, with stronger likelihood of movement either in a late-season pivot or offseason scenario rather than a guaranteed midseason deal. The modern MLB trade deadline consistently follows a predictable pattern: contenders pay a premium for pitching depth, and available starters become increasingly valuable as July approaches. Final Outlook: Starting Pitching Will Once Again Define the Trade Deadline As the 2026 season progresses, pitching scarcity and competitive balance will continue to push front offices toward aggressive midseason decisions. Each of these three pitchers represents a different version of the same reality: A potential ace who can change a playoff race A controllable starter who stabilizes a rotation long-term A veteran arm whose availability depends on team direction By the time the trade deadline arrives, at least one of these names is likely to become a central figure in a deal that reshapes the postseason landscape.
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
4/9/26 6:12 PM - [Last Word on Sports] - Pitcher Trade Market: Sandy Alcantara, Joe Ryan, and Luis Severino Lead Potential Trade Candidates. The 2026 MLB Season Is Already Building Toward a Pitching-Driven Trade Deadline As the 2026 MLB season develops, one trend is becoming impossible to ignore: starting pitching will once again dominate the trade deadline market. Contenders across both leagues are already dealing with rotation instability, early-season injuries, and depth concerns that tend to escalate as the summer progresses. With few true frontline starters expected to be available, the cost for pitching help is likely to rise quickly once July arrives. At the center of that market are three pitchers who represent three very different trade archetypes: Each brings a distinct level of value, control, and availability that will shape how the 2026 deadline unfolds. Sandy Alcantara: The Franchise-Altering Ace Every Contender Will Monitor Feb 28, 2025; Jupiter, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) looks on against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images Sandy Alcantara remains the premier potential trade chip in baseball when discussing impact at the top of the market. A former Cy Young winner and one of the most physically dominant starters in the game when healthy, Alcantara represents the rare pitcher capable of instantly reshaping a postseason rotation. His combination of power, durability, and proven high-leverage experience makes him the type of arm front offices pursue aggressively . Why he could be available: ’s long-term roster flexibility always keeps star players in conversation A significant prospect return would be difficult to ignore if the season trends downward True frontline starters are rarely available at the deadline Why it is not guaranteed: He is not a pure rental and carries meaningful team control Miami typically only moves elite talent in clear sell situations Outlook: If the Marlins fall out of contention, Alcantara would immediately become the most impactful pitcher available at the 2026 trade deadline. Joe Ryan: The Most Logical High-End Trade Target in Baseball Joe Ryan profiles as the most realistic combination of talent, control, and availability among all potential starting pitchers on the market. Ryan offers exactly what contending teams prioritize at the deadline: , and reliability in a playoff rotation. With multiple years of team control remaining, he also represents more than a short-term rental, increasing his value significantly. Why he stands out: Strong strike-throwing profile that plays in postseason environments Affordable long-term control relative to production Continued development upside as a mid-rotation or better starter Why he could be moved: ’s standing in the AL Central or Wild Card race will determine direction Strong trade markets often push teams to capitalize on controllable assets The Twins have shown willingness in recent years to adjust roster direction midstream Outlook: Ryan is one of the most realistic “available but expensive” starters in baseball and would command a strong prospect package if Minnesota decides to pivot. Luis Severino: A Contract-Controlled Wild Card in Oakland’s Rotation Luis Severino enters 2026 in a far different trade category than typical deadline arms. Now in the second year of a three-year deal with the Oakland Athletics, Severino is no longer a short-term rental or straightforward deadline flip. Instead, he is a contract-controlled veteran whose trade availability depends heavily on . Why he remains on the radar: could shift direction if the season falls out of reach early Veteran starters with postseason experience always draw interest Strong performance could elevate his value in a potential move Why he is not a typical deadline candidate: He is under team control beyond 2026 Oakland is not required to move him midseason The A’s are more likely to evaluate timing based on value maximization Outlook: Severino is best viewed as a situational trade candidate, with stronger likelihood of movement either in a late-season pivot or offseason scenario rather than a guaranteed midseason deal. The modern MLB trade deadline consistently follows a predictable pattern: contenders pay a premium for pitching depth, and available starters become increasingly valuable as July approaches. Final Outlook: Starting Pitching Will Once Again Define the Trade Deadline As the 2026 season progresses, pitching scarcity and competitive balance will continue to push front offices toward aggressive midseason decisions. Each of these three pitchers represents a different version of the same reality: A potential ace who can change a playoff race A controllable starter who stabilizes a rotation long-term A veteran arm whose availability depends on team direction By the time the trade deadline arrives, at least one of these names is likely to become a central figure in a deal that reshapes the postseason landscape.
Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti...
Nolan McLean (P - NYM)
4/9/26 4:52 PM - Mets' bullpen, defense spoil Nolan McLean's terrific start in 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks. Nolan McLean delivered a brilliant start, but after exiting with two runners on base in the seventh, the bullpen couldn't hold a one-run lead as the Mets fell 7-1 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday night at Citi Field.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-diamondbacks-nolan-mc...
4/9/26 4:52 PM - Mets' bullpen, defense spoil Nolan McLean's terrific start in 7-1 loss to Diamondbacks. Nolan McLean delivered a brilliant start, but after exiting with two runners on base in the seventh, the bullpen couldn't hold a one-run lead as the Mets fell 7-1 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday night at Citi Field.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-diamondbacks-nolan-mc...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
4/9/26 1:55 PM - AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending again. Major League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year. Mets outfielder Juan Soto is the highest-paid player for the second consecutive season at $61.9 million and was followed by New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger at $42.5 million. Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler and Mets third baseman Bo Bichette tied for third at $42 million, followed by Toronto first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at $40.2 million and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge at $40 million.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ap-study-mlb-...
4/9/26 1:55 PM - AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending again. Major League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year. Mets outfielder Juan Soto is the highest-paid player for the second consecutive season at $61.9 million and was followed by New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger at $42.5 million. Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler and Mets third baseman Bo Bichette tied for third at $42 million, followed by Toronto first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at $40.2 million and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge at $40 million.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ap-study-mlb-...
Zack Wheeler (P - PHI)
4/9/26 1:20 PM - Injury updates: Latest on Zack Wheeler, J.T. Realmuto and Aidan Miller. Phillies 2026 injury updates.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/04/philadelphia-ph...
4/9/26 1:20 PM - Injury updates: Latest on Zack Wheeler, J.T. Realmuto and Aidan Miller. Phillies 2026 injury updates.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/04/philadelphia-ph...
Sal Stewart (1B - CIN)
4/9/26 1:07 PM - MLB Rookie Rankings: How Sal Stewart, Chase DeLauter, more top young stars have fared so far. Let's check in with just two weeks of major-league playing time under the belt for some of these players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rookie-rank...
4/9/26 1:07 PM - MLB Rookie Rankings: How Sal Stewart, Chase DeLauter, more top young stars have fared so far. Let's check in with just two weeks of major-league playing time under the belt for some of these players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rookie-rank...
Jorge Polanco (DH/2B - NYM)
4/9/26 12:00 PM - Mets Notes: IL possibility for Jorge Polanco, Juan Soto hitting and playing catch. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza hit on a few topics before Thursday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, including the latest on Juan Soto's injury rehab and Francisco Lindor's slow start.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-notes-jorge-polanco-j...
4/9/26 12:00 PM - Mets Notes: IL possibility for Jorge Polanco, Juan Soto hitting and playing catch. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza hit on a few topics before Thursday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, including the latest on Juan Soto's injury rehab and Francisco Lindor's slow start.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-notes-jorge-polanco-j...
Bo Bichette (SS - NYM)
4/9/26 11:42 AM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for April 9: Mets' Bo Bichette leads best bets for Thursday HR player props. SportsLine's Adam Thompson shares his best MLB home run props picks for Thursday's games
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
4/9/26 11:42 AM - Free MLB home run picks, odds for April 9: Mets' Bo Bichette leads best bets for Thursday HR player props. SportsLine's Adam Thompson shares his best MLB home run props picks for Thursday's games
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/free-mlb-ho...
Shohei Ohtani (DH - LAD)
4/9/26 11:35 AM - Shohei Ohtani ties Ichiro Suzuki's on-base streak to match yet another MLB record. Ohtani has now been on base at least once in 43 straight games, tying Ichiro for the record for Japan-born players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/shohei-ohtani-d...
4/9/26 11:35 AM - Shohei Ohtani ties Ichiro Suzuki's on-base streak to match yet another MLB record. Ohtani has now been on base at least once in 43 straight games, tying Ichiro for the record for Japan-born players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/shohei-ohtani-d...
A.J. Minter (P - NYM)
4/9/26 11:20 AM - Mets reliever A.J. Minter begins rehab assignment with perfect inning at Port St. Lucie. Mets left-hander A.J. Minter began his rehab assignment with a perfect, nine-pitch inning at Single-A Port St. Lucie on Thursday afternoon.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-reliever-aj-minter-be...
4/9/26 11:20 AM - Mets reliever A.J. Minter begins rehab assignment with perfect inning at Port St. Lucie. Mets left-hander A.J. Minter began his rehab assignment with a perfect, nine-pitch inning at Single-A Port St. Lucie on Thursday afternoon.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/mets-reliever-aj-minter-be...
Sal Stewart (1B - CIN)
4/9/26 10:07 AM - MLB Rookie Rankings: How Sal Stewart, Chase DeLauter, more top young stars have fared so far. Let's check in with just two weeks of major-league playing time under the belt for some of these players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rookie-rank...
4/9/26 10:07 AM - MLB Rookie Rankings: How Sal Stewart, Chase DeLauter, more top young stars have fared so far. Let's check in with just two weeks of major-league playing time under the belt for some of these players
Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rookie-rank...
Juan Soto (OF - NYM)
4/9/26 9:55 AM - AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending again. Major League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year. Mets outfielder Juan Soto is the highest-paid player for the second consecutive season at $61.9 million and was followed by New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger at $42.5 million. Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler and Mets third baseman Bo Bichette tied for third at $42 million, followed by Toronto first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at $40.2 million and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge at $40 million.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ap-study-mlb-...
4/9/26 9:55 AM - AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending again. Major League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year. Mets outfielder Juan Soto is the highest-paid player for the second consecutive season at $61.9 million and was followed by New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger at $42.5 million. Philadelphia pitcher Zack Wheeler and Mets third baseman Bo Bichette tied for third at $42 million, followed by Toronto first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at $40.2 million and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge at $40 million.
Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/ap-study-mlb-...
Christian Scott (P - NYM)
4/9/26 9:43 AM - Christian Scott dominant in five shutout innings for Triple-A Syracuse. Mets right-hander Christian Scott had a stellar outing on Thursday for Triple-A Syracuse.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/christian-scott-triple-a-s...
4/9/26 9:43 AM - Christian Scott dominant in five shutout innings for Triple-A Syracuse. Mets right-hander Christian Scott had a stellar outing on Thursday for Triple-A Syracuse.
Source: https://sny.tv/articles/christian-scott-triple-a-s...
Konnor Griffin (OF/SS - PIT)
4/9/26 9:20 AM - Sources: SS Griffin, Pirates agree to $140M deal. Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin and the Pirates are in agreement on a nine-year extension, locking up the top prospect in baseball less than a week after his major league debut.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48428020/sourc...
4/9/26 9:20 AM - Sources: SS Griffin, Pirates agree to $140M deal. Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin and the Pirates are in agreement on a nine-year extension, locking up the top prospect in baseball less than a week after his major league debut.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48428020/sourc...
Zack Wheeler (P - PHI)
4/9/26 9:00 AM - Zack Wheeler makes solid start for Lehigh Valley on rehab assigment. Zack Wheeler allowed one run and averaged 92.9 mph on his four-seam fastball.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/04/philadelphia-ph...
4/9/26 9:00 AM - Zack Wheeler makes solid start for Lehigh Valley on rehab assigment. Zack Wheeler allowed one run and averaged 92.9 mph on his four-seam fastball.
Source: https://philliesnation.com/2026/04/philadelphia-ph...
Michael Lorenzen (P - COL)
4/9/26 5:08 AM - Michael Lorenzen throws efficiently into the 6th, Rockies beat Astros 9-1 to complete 3-game sweep. The Colorado Rockies beat the Houston Astros 9-1 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep. The Rockies won their fourth straight game to move to 6-6.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/michael-lor...
4/9/26 5:08 AM - Michael Lorenzen throws efficiently into the 6th, Rockies beat Astros 9-1 to complete 3-game sweep. The Colorado Rockies beat the Houston Astros 9-1 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep. The Rockies won their fourth straight game to move to 6-6.
Source: https://www.denver7.com/sports/rockies/michael-lor...