MLB - Green Gummies

Your trusted News

New closer Luke Weaver secures the Yankees' victory

News

New closer Luke Weaver secures the Yankees' victory

At the trade deadline, it seemed obvious that the Yankees needed a closer, as Clay Holmes had struggled in that role for over a month. Instead, general manager Brian Cashman went out and acquired Mark Leiter Jr. and Enyel De Los Santos, with Cashman saying he wanted to give Aaron Boone “as many opportunities to […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Mark Vientos continues his “crazy” journey with a game-winning Mets hit

News

Mark Vientos continues his “crazy” journey with a game-winning Mets hit

PHILADELPHIA – After eight days with a total of nine games, the Mets rested before the division series. Manager Carlos Mendoza called it a “reset” day, with some pitchers playing catch, some players getting treatment and almost everyone taking a breath. Mark Vientos took a moment to look back on a season that hit rock […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Yankees close in ALDS Game 1 win over Royals

News

Yankees close in ALDS Game 1 win over Royals

Andy Pettitte throws out the ceremonial first pitch before the Yankees' playoff opener Yankees great Andy Pettitte throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday against the Royals. NEW YORK – Before the Yankees celebrated their lucky 6-5 playoff-opening win over the Kansas City Royals, who made the more […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

What channels are MLB playoff games on today? How to watch ALDS, NLDS

News

What channels are MLB playoff games on today? How to watch ALDS, NLDS

There is parity in the MLB postseason as big spenders and budget rosters collide USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale explains parity in the MLB postseason and why teams like the Padres are excelling despite budget cuts. Sports seriously What channels are MLB playoff games on today? The 2024 MLB playoff schedule continues with the American […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Phillies hitters sit with the sting of a dud from NLDS Game 1 raising familiar doubts

News

Phillies hitters sit with the sting of a dud from NLDS Game 1 raising familiar doubts

PHILADELPHIA – It was 7:55 p.m. when Trea Turner strutted through the Phillies clubhouse on Saturday. The result, a 6-2 loss to the New York Mets, had rung for 31 minutes at Citizens Bank Park. But Turner was still in his full uniform. He carried two bats. His hat was turned backwards. Some of his […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Juan Soto's free agency is nearing his playoff debut with the Yankees

News

Juan Soto's free agency is nearing his playoff debut with the Yankees

Juan Soto's first – and perhaps only – season in pinstripes was everything the Yankees could have wanted… until now. He had his best entire year on the field and his presence in the lineup helped turn around a Yankees offense and provided a threat in front of Aaron Judge during Judge's historic season. All […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

The Mets pounce late on the Phillies and score a wild comeback win in NLDS Game 1

News

The Mets pounce late on the Phillies and score a wild comeback win in NLDS Game 1

Can the Dodgers overcome injuries and succeed in the playoffs? USA TODAY Sports' Bob Nightengale isn't confident the Dodgers can overcome their lengthy injury list and will have a tough time getting out of the Division Series. Sports seriously PHILADELPHIA – There was no loud laughter in the New York Mets clubhouse. No screams or […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Phillies fans remain hopeful after disappointing Game 1 loss to New York Mets: 'You can never count us out'

News

Phillies fans remain hopeful after disappointing Game 1 loss to New York Mets: 'You can never count us out'

Phillies fans poured out Citizens Bank Park disappointed and disappointed the Saturday night afterwards Lost to the New York Mets. “This city is resilient, we will come back. This series is not over,” said Aiden Oraphilly. “We were amazed. Zack Wheeler had a fantastic game, but he didn't get any run support. “The bullpen came […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

Alex Verdugo plays unlikely hero in Yankees' ALDS win in Game 1

News

Alex Verdugo plays unlikely hero in Yankees' ALDS win in Game 1

While Alex Verdugo spent most of the summer being one of the worst-skilled hitters in the majors, Aaron Boone continued to stand by his left fielder. And even after Jason Dominguez threatened to take Verdugo's job in September, the Yankees couldn't outright fire him. At least in the first game in October, this belief was […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024

The long, winding road that led Luke Weaver to the Yankees' closer role

News

The long, winding road that led Luke Weaver to the Yankees' closer role

The reliever, who will be tasked with getting some of the biggest outings of the playoffs for the Yankees, was merely a waiver claim while eating innings last September. In January he was a $2 million flyer re-signed for starting depth, and in March he was on the Opening Day roster as a long man. […]

By John Fenwick

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024