MLBbro Rookie Money Mike Harris Gets The Bag From Atlanta Braves
by Dante Miles | August 18, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos has been adamant about making long term commitments to pieces that he feels are critical to the Braves future, and our young MLBbro Michael Harris II was the latest to reap the benefits. In a move that surprised many...
Tony Beasley Takes Over Interim Manager Duties With A Win In His First Game
by Ronald Agers | August 17, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
When an organization decides to make a change in leadership, the timing is often never right and unexpected. When the Texas Rangers relieved manager Chris Woodward and replaced him with MLBbro third base coach Tony Beasley as interim manager for the rest of the...
Atlanta Braves Playoff Push Is Shaping Up To Be The Beginning Of A New Era
by Dante Miles | August 16, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Atlanta Braves have been one of the hottest hitting teams in baseball over the past week, and rookie MLBbros Michael Harris II and Vaughn Grissom have been major contributors. Much like Harris, injuries on the big league roster made it possible for Grissom to show...
Marcus Stroman Meets Josiah Gray In The Clash Of Melanated Mound Marauders
by Kevin Moore | August 15, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Today, two of our MLBbros will take the mound against each other in a NL battle. The Chicago Cubs take on the Washington Nationals. And that means there will be a bro starting on the mound for each team, as Marcus Stroman and Josiah Gray will square off. This will be...
Aaron Judge vs. Shohei Ohtani | 3 Reasons Why Each Player Wins AL MVP
by Justin Petrille | August 13, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 1 Comment
As the 2022 MLB season begins to head through its final quarter, the end-of-the-season awards are being discussed more and more. One of the major awards, the AL MVP, has two players who each can make an argument on why the award should go to them. Those players are...
#HIGHFIVE | Top Black & brown Players (Week 18)
by Malik Wright | August 12, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Triston McKenzie has molded himself from top prospect to Ace of a playoff team. He showed out in most recent start getting the win after eight shutout innings, allowing just two hits on eight strikeouts against the first place Houston Astros to take the top spot in...
George Springer & Michael Brantley Injuries Are Crushing Blows For Toronto Blue Jays, Houston Astros Playoff Push
by Malik Wright | August 11, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Two former World Series Champions and teammates in Michael Brantley and George Springer are expected to miss time down the stretch due to injuries. Michael Brantley The understated superstar may see his streak of five consecutive seasons with a batting average of .299...
Fly Tai Walker Looks To Bounce Back After Rough Atlanta Start
by Kevin Moore | August 10, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Taijuan Walker has had an impressive season so far for the New York Mets. Coming off a season where he was named an All-Star for the first time in his career, he was ready to have more success this season. And he already has more wins than he did last year....
Tim Anderson’s Suspension Reduced | TA7 Is Still Confident The White Sox Make A Playoff Run
by Dante Miles | August 9, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Over the weekend, Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson reached a settlement with Major League Baseball which saw his three-game suspension reduced to two. Anderson was suspended by the league for making contact with an umpire during an argument over balls and...
These Three MLBbros Came Out Smoking After The All-Star Break
by Malik Wright | August 8, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge, Cedric Mullins and Mookie Betts are three of the hottest players in the Majors post All-Star break. Here is a look at their numbers and a preview of what’s ahead for them over the last two months. 1. Aaron Judge Statistically, Aaron Judge’s 2022 could...
MLBbros Bringing the Arm Support | Pitchers Mychal Givens & Jay Jackson Are Moving With a Purpose
by Justin Petrille | August 7, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 1 Comment
This year’s MLB trade deadline was one to remember, with several stars finding new homes. While it is easy to think that positional players and big bats are what you need in October, the real unsung heroes are the elite pitching with not just the starters, but in the...
What Does Josh Hader Trade Mean For Milwaukee Relief Pitcher Devin “Air Bender” Williams ?
by Craig Grant | August 6, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The trade deadline in sports is always full of sellers and buyers. Contending teams look to increase their chances for playoff runs, and teams who are behind in the standings look towards the future. This is why the Milwaukee Brewer’s trade of closer Josh Hader...
JP Crawford Is Vital to Seattle’s Playoff Push | There’s A Next Level For This MLBbro
by Kevin Moore | August 5, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The MLB playoffs will have a different look this year. A total of 12 teams will be featured in the postseason (six teams from the American and National League). It will be an exciting finish toward the end of the season as teams will try to secure a spot to compete...
Marcus Semien Stole The 100th Base Of His Career | Can He Go 30/30 This Season?
by Malik Wright | August 3, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Marcus Semien just stole the 100th base of his career and continues to run wild during his first season in Texas. https://twitter.com/Rangers/status/1553835995820335105?s=20&t=I01sqnmv0iOG5Ee5zFyEYQ The inaugural winner of the MLBbro.com Player of the Year award...
MLBbro Josh Bell Traded To Loaded San Diego Padres | Nats Quietly Secure Two Future MLBbro Stars In Blockbuster
by Ronald Agers | August 3, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The days of forecasting, guessing and debating about player movement finally ended at the trading deadline on Tuesday as the deal between the Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres stole the headlines and news cycle. It was no surprise to anyone that Juan Soto was...
Taijuan Walker’s Been The Mets Model Of Consistency | Sunday Was First Time In 10 Starts That He Hasn’t Gone 6 Innings
by DA Gambler | August 2, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
As he did for much of 2021, Mets melanated mound marauder Taijuan Walker has carried a huge load as he’s effectively led the pitching staff in the absence of Max Scherzer and Jacob deGrom. Despite Scherzer just recently returning from nearly seven weeks on the...
Aaron Judge Reaches The 200 Home Run Mark In The Midst Of A Monster Season
by Malik Wright | August 1, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge’s 200th career home run adds another credential to what will end up being the greatest season for a New York Yankee in the franchise's history. https://twitter.com/snyyankees/status/1553454717413588992?s=20&t=HW1KHD2G1wufz1oapI2v2g On Saturday afternoon,...
How Does the Future Of MLBBro Josh Bell Fit In With the Juan Soto Trade Situation?
by Ronald Agers | July 31, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Almost a month to the day MLBbro.com did a feature on the future of Josh Bell (who some believed was playing well enough to participate in this year’s All-Star game) on the potential trade rumors surrounding him. Even though the Washington Nationals were very pleased...
Dusty Baker Thinks MLB Hall Of Fame Voters Are Playing Favorites | If David Ortiz Is In Then Barry Bonds Shouldn’t Be Waiting For Induction
by Justin Petrille | July 30, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 1 Comment
One of the greatest managers in the history of Baseball is not happy with whom the Hall of Fame voters have left out of Cooperstown. Dusty Baker, the current manager of the Houston Astros, recently said how ridiculous it is that Barry Bonds is not a part of the MLB...
#HIGHFIVE | Top Black & Brown Players This Week (Week 16)
by Malik Wright | July 29, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts got his half started with an epic game against the Dodgers biggest rivals then followed by joining the 200-career home run club, giving him the top spot in Week 16 of our #HighFive list. 1. Mookie Betts Mookie Betts carried his MVP caliber first half of...
Black Ace David Price Is Still Rolling | He’s 78th On The All-Time K List And Counting, You Can’t Front On Him a Little
by Kevin Moore | July 29, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
David Price is in his second season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and is looking to win his first World Series title as a member of the Dodgers and his second overall title. Price has had a lot of success throughout his career and the 36-year-old is not ready to walk...
Melanated Mound Marauders Toss Coastal Gems | Taijuan Walker & Josiah Gray Manhandled Top MLB Teams Tuesday Night
by Malik Wright | July 28, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Taijuan Walker and Josiah Gray are at different points in their careers, but both got it done on separate coasts on Tuesday night against some of the best offenses in baseball. Taijuan Walker won Game 1 of the most anticipated Subway Series between the Mets and...
Trayce Thompson Has Become More Than Just A Fill-In For Mookie Betts
by Ronald Agers | July 27, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Los Angeles Dodgers are on an epic run to distance themselves from their divisional rivals, the San Diego Padres. Remember about six weeks ago when the Padres had whittled the Dodgers’ NL West lead down to 1.5 games? Well, the alarm clock sounded, and Los Angeles...
Which Player Had The Greatest Season By An MLBbro In Yankees History ? | Aaron Judge Wants The Crown
by Dante Miles | July 26, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The New York Yankees didn’t pay the man, so instead Aaron Judge has made opposing pitchers pay all season. Judge has played with a chip on his shoulder all season, and so far, the results have been staggering. As of Monday morning, Judge was hitting .294 with an...
Mookie Betts Caps Special Week For MLBbro Culture With 200th Career Homer
by Malik Wright | July 25, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts hit the 200th home run of his career Saturday night to put a cap on a special week for the face of baseball. If he was not there already, there is now no doubt about Mookie Betts' place on Major League Baseball's Mount Rushmore of current best players as...
These 3 MLBbros Need To Step It Up In The Second Half Of The Season
by Justin Petrille | July 24, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
It’s easy to highlight all the players who are leading their teams to great things, like J.P. Crawford, Triston McKenzie, etc. But what about the guys who still have some room for improvement? Three bros in particular definitely need to step it up for their respective...
Soul Patroller Michael Harris II Gives Off Same Vibes As Past Atlanta Braves Greats
by Ronald Agers | July 23, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
This MLBbro story is an easy, feel-good story about a hometown boy growing up watching his favorite team only to grow up and become a budding superstar years later. It’s a setup that would be a script from a Hollywood movie or an after school special on television. So...
Giancarlo Stanton Becomes First MLBbro To Win All-Star Game MVP Since Prince Fielder In 2011
by David Grubb | July 20, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
In his return home, Giancarlo Stanton of the New York Yankees was the brightest star in Los Angeles on Monday night, earning the Ted Williams Most Valuable Player award and leading the American League to a 3-2 win over the National League in the 92nd edition of the...
Live From 2022 MLB All-Star Press Conference: Aaron Judge’s Message For The Baseball World: “It’s All About Winning”
by DA Gambler | July 19, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
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MLBbros Bringing The Soul Patrol | AL All-Stars Feature First All-Black Starting Outfield Since 2017
by David Grubb | July 18, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
For only the second time since 1996 there will be three MLBbros starting in the outfield for the American League at the All-Star Game. Sunday afternoon it was announced that Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton would step into the American League starting lineup...
Melanated Mound Marauder Showdown| Stro Show vs Fly Tai
by admin | July 17, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
It was the MLBbro show on the mound in Chicago on Friday. Veteran melanated mound marauder Marcus Stroman faced his former team and friend Taijuan Walker in a pitchers duel which last about five innings, which by todays standard qualifies as a nice mound battle. By...
MLBbro Jo Adell Shines In Los Angeles Angels Return From Minors
by Ronald Agers | July 16, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
When the Los Angeles Angels sent our MLBbro Jo Adell down to the minors, the franchise had abandoned their four man outfield rotation that included Adell, Mike Trout, Brandon Marsh and Taylor Ward. At that time, the Angels weren’t in disarray and there was hope that...
#HIGHFIVE | Top Black & brown MLB Players (Week 14)
by Malik Wright | July 15, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Pitching was king in Black baseball this week. Four pitchers made Week 14 of our #HighFive list for the first time ever, led by Triston McKenzie who has yet to allow a single run in his two July starts. Triston McKenzie No starting pitcher in the Majors has...
Washington Nationals Pitcher Josiah Gray Gives MLBbro.com His World Series-Winning Rotation
by Dante Miles | July 14, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
This week on the "High and Outside" podcast, we sat down with Washington Nationals starting pitcher Josiah Gray to talk about the melanated mound marauders' journey as a big-league pitcher. Josiah was acquired last season in the trade that sent Mad Max Scherzer and...
Golden Arm MLBbro Jordan Hicks Throws Fastest Pitch This Season | Can You Even Tell He’s Dealt With Injuries?
by Kevin Moore | July 13, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Jordan Hicks has dealt with his fair share of injuries over the last few years. The St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher with the golden arm, can’t seem to shake the injury bug. But when he’s healthy and on that mound, you better believe he’s going to bring the...
Orioles Centerfielder Cedric “CM STORM” Mullins Has Led Team To Surprising Start Amidst Ownership Power Struggle
by Devon POV Mason | July 12, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Baltimore Orioles have to be the surprise of the MLB season thus far. For a team that was predicted to finish with just 61 victories this season, the lowest in the majors, being 43-44 just past the halfway mark is very surprising. The team has been the “cardiac...
When MLBbro Hunter Greene Gets A Squad To Back Him Up In Cincy, He’s Black Ace Bound
by Malik Wright | July 11, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene was all gas no breaks on the mound Saturday as he threw the second most pitches over 100 MPH in Major League history and tied a career-high in strikeouts in the Reds walk-off win over Tampa Bay. ...
MLBbro Jazz Chisolm Will Be Showing Off All That Swag In This Year’s All-Star Game
by Justin Petrille | July 9, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 2 Comments
In only his third big league season, the man simply known as “Jazz” will be rocking the streets of L.A. to show off his game, and his one-of-a-kind electric personality in this year's Midsummer Classic. Jazz Chisholm is having the best season of his young career, has...
An MLBbro.com Breakdown In the AL MVP Race Between Aaron Judge and Yordan Alvarez
by Ronald Agers | July 9, 2022 | 6TH SLOT, THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
It’s hard to believe that the All-Star game is getting closer and closer with some of the best individual performances from multiple players dominating the headlines. But it seems the MLBbros will be well represented this year with their outstanding starts in the...
#HIGHFIVE | Top 5 Black & brown MLB Players (Week 13)
by Malik Wright | July 8, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josiah Gray struck out a career high 11 hitters and snapped the Nationals six-game losing streak to earn the top spot on Week 13 of our #HighFive list. 1. Josiah Gray Josiah Gray’s start Wednesday night in Philadelphia was one of his best to date as he racked up a...
Trade These Bros | Quality MLBbros Could Be Moved To A Playoff Contender
by Malik Wright | July 7, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
As we creep closer to the MLB Trade Deadline talks around the sport have been quiet as around 80% of teams are in contention for a playoff spot. However, here are a few MLBbros flying under the radar that could be moved and make an impact in the postseason race. 1....
MLBbro Mookie Betts Shines In His Return…But Is A Position Change In The Works?
by Ronald Agers | July 6, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There was nothing more exciting to the Los Angeles Dodgers and their fanbase than to see their superstar, Mookie Betts back in right field and leading off at the plate Sunday in the series finale against the San Diego Padres. Not even a 4-2 loss should dampen the...
All-MLBbro Team | Midseason Stars
by Dante Miles | July 5, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The 2022 MLB All Star Game is almost here, which means it’s time for MLBbro.com to give you an All Star team of our own. Bros like Aaron Judge and Mookie Betts are a lock for the MLBbro.com All Star roster, much like any other Black player who made it through to the...
Money Mike Harris II NL Rookie of the Month Award Is Just Tip Of The Iceberg
by Malik Wright | July 4, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Michael Harris II gave us the blueprint on why he will be one of baseball's best outfielders for years to come as he won the National League Rookie of the Month award in his first full month as a Big Leaguer. Michael Harris II is currently the youngest player in Major...
Can A Healthy MLBbro Byron Buxton Bring a World Series Championship to Minnesota?
by Ronald Agers | July 2, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There is no question that if MLBbros Mookie Betts (Los Angeles Dodgers) and Aaron Judge (New York Yankees) weren’t on iconic teams in huge markets, Byron Buxton would be on the short list of being the most popular player in baseball. Even though he plays for a small...
#HIGHFIVE | Top 5 Black & brown MLB Players (Week 12)
by Malik Wright | July 1, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh Bell cemented his case for the National League Player of the Month award as well as an All-Star berth with a .583 batting average in the last week of June, giving him the top spot in Week 12 of our #HighFive List. 1. Josh Bell Despite not getting much love...
MLBbro Home Run Leaders | These Black Knights Are So Thorough We Need A List
by Dante Miles | June 30, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
We all know how important the home run is in today’s game, and so far, these five bros have been the best Black Bombers this season. Aaron Judge - 29 Home Runs New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge leads The Bigs this season with 28 bombs and counting, and he’s...
MLBbro Pitcher Chris Archer Is Back On The Attack? | It Sure Looks That Way
by Kevin Moore | June 29, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Minnesota Twins took a chance on Chris Archer when they signed him during the offseason. Before this season, Archer had only thrown 19 ⅓ innings over the past two seasons. He dealt with multiple injuries that prevented him from seeing action on the rubber. It...
The Bros Are Back In Town In The NL East Division
by Dante Miles | June 28, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The NL East has become a battle of familiar faces as the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves begin to pull away from the pack. Let’s take a look at two MLBbros who have contributed in critical areas to both teams. More Money, More Cash, More W’s This offseason, Steve...
Cedric Mullins Returning To 30-30 Form With Booming Month of June
by Kevin Moore | June 27, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Cedric Mullins had a breakout year last season. He was the only player to finish with 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases and he was the first Baltimore Orioles player to do so. Mullins let the league know that he means business. This season, he hasn’t had the success he...
The Last Time A Black Player Led In All-Star Voting Was Ken Griffey Jr. In 1999 | Mookie Betts and Aaron Judge Can Change That
by Justin Petrille | June 26, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Phase 1 of the fan voting process of the 2022 MLB All-Star game was just complete, as the MLB released its standings. The two leaders so far: Aaron Judge and Mookie Betts. Aaron Judge is on a tear for the best team in baseball, the New York Yankees, as the team has...
MLBbro Willie Calhoun Ends Era In Texas With Trade To The San Francisco Giants
by Ronald Agers | June 25, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Willie Calhoun era in a Texas Rangers uniform is officially over as he was traded this week to the San Francisco Giants for Steven Duggar, an outfielder who was connected in the Yu Darvish deal back in 2017. ...
#HIGHFIVE | Top 5 Black and brown MLB Players (Week 11)
by Malik Wright | June 24, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Michael Brantley has been one of the best hitters on the planet through the first three of weeks June, while attempting to be the only current player in the Majors with an average of .300 or over for five consecutive seasons. Baseball’s silent assassin, “The...
Josh Bell’s Unlimited Potential Is Truly Emerging | Washington Nationals Slugger Bringing Big Stick Energy
by Malik Wright | June 23, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh Bell has put up video game-like numbers through the first three months of the MLB season as a consistent force in the Washington Nationals lineup. Bell has elevated himself among the upper echelon of first baseman in almost every hitting category. MLB's only...
MLBbros Aaron Judge & Mookie Betts Lead Early All-Star Voting | Other MLBbros In The Mix
by MLBbro Staff | June 21, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
MLBbro Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees leads MLB in homers and also leads all Major League players in the first balloting update for the 2022 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard. Former NL MVP, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts ranks second across...
MLBbro Soul Patrol | Best Black Centerfielders In MLB
by Dante Miles | June 21, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Over the weekend we lost another MLBbro from the major league ranks, as the Milwaukee Brewers decided to part ways with centerfielder Lorenzo Cain. Cain has yet to officially announce his retirement, but there are many around the game who believe this is it for...
LoCain Designated For Assignment | Could Be Final MLB Season
by Malik Wright | June 20, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Here is a tip of the cap to Lorenzo Cain who was Designated For Assignment by the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend in what could be his last season in the majors. https://twitter.com/AdamMcCalvy/status/1538219818146574337?s=20&t=XXvzCt5ibHF4RiNxsA2hzg Cain’s...
Father’s Day Means Second Generational Greatness For MLBbro Royalty | The Griffeys & Bonds’
by Mark Gray | June 19, 2022 | BLACK IN THE DAY, THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mark Gray remembers two royal families of baseball during Father's Day weekend. the two greatest father-son duos to grace the sport. Bobby and Barry Bonds and Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. https://youtu.be/hKOLWwd_zNA
Triston McKenzie’s Cleveland Guardians Are Heating Up In The Summer
by Craig Grant | June 18, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The month of June is the heart of summer and with the summer comes heat. This is also true in Major League Baseball. Many teams across the league are scorching hot in the month of June. One such team is the Cleveland Guardians, who have gained tremendous ground in the...
Taijuan Walker’s Career Year Is Flying Under The Radar Despite NY Mets Success
by Malik Wright | June 16, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Taijuan Walker is on pace for a career-low ERA through the first 10 starts this season. Last year's only Black pitcher to make the All-Star team continually flies under the radar as one of the most solid arms in the Majors. ...
Byron Buxton Is Bro Bombing Again After A Slight Slump | The Cream Rises To The Top
by Kevin Moore | June 15, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
He’s back! That’s right, it’s starting to look like our MLBbro Byron Buxton has returned to his dynamic form at the plate. This past week and a half, he’s put up some impressive numbers. From June 2 to June 13, he hit .351 with seven home runs and 11 RBI. Last week he...
Jazz Chisolm Needs To Be Built Around, Not Torn Down
by Malik Wright | June 13, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Players like Jazz Chisholm Jr. are on the front lines in the effort by Major League Baseball to bring eyes to its product and more minority players to the sport. https://twitter.com/BallyMarlins/status/1534358704824385540?s=20&t=S8-lFh12VQtr5djNk_DJLw There are...
MLBbro Legend Dave Stewart Leads Group In Preparation For An MLB Team In Nashville
by Ronald Agers | June 12, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Dave Stewart was known as “Smoke” in his playing career that netted him multiple All-Star appearances and three World Series titles. Now Stewart wants to bring some of that smoke to the Nashville area by leading a group to bring a MLB franchise to Tennessee. If he is...
From Joe Morgan To Marcus Semien | Bro Bombing Black Second Baseman Rock
by Malik Wright | June 9, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Marcus Semien had a Tuesday that will be etched in baseball history forever as he became the first player since Hall of Famer Joe Morgan in 1973 to have three home runs and seven hits on a calendar day. Simply put, the best second baseman in the Majors is back....
MLBbro Michael A. Taylor’s Black In Action For Royals | The Golden Glove Made His Presence Felt Immediately
by Kevin Moore | June 8, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Kansas City Royals were without their spark plug in Michael Taylor for more than three weeks as he went to the COVID-19 injured list back in May. He made his return this past weekend and it was a breath of fresh air for the Royals. Taylor’s first game back was on...
50 Leadoff Springer Dingers | MLBbros Are All Over This List
by Dante Miles | June 7, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There are few roles in the game of baseball more important than the leadoff hitter. The head of the snake, the table setter, however you want to frame it; the leadoff batter sets the tone for how your offense begins a game. Work the count and get on base by any means...
The Cubs Got A Steal In Mychal Givens, The Brother Has Been Going Off In The Windy City
by Kevin Moore | June 6, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
This season, Mychal Givens has been a workhouse out of the bullpen for the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs signed Givens to a one-year deal back in March, looking to add some depth to its bullpen. And so far, Givens has not disappointed. In his first year with the team, he’s...
Elite MLBbros Stealing The Show | Mookie Betts & Aaron Judge Proving Black Baseball Is Still King
by Craig Grant | June 5, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
With many MLB teams having played roughly 50 games at least, the dominant teams are beginning to separate from the rest of the league. According to the latest power rankings from MLB.com, the Dodgers and Yankees sit at the first and second spot, respectively. Both...
Mookie Betts’ Magical May: The MLBbro Broke Dodgers Records, Re-Established His Regal Standing
by Justin Petrille | June 4, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
LOS ANGELES - The amazing spells of Mookie magic were on full display during the month of May. Mookie Betts not only had one of the best months of any player this season, but also had one of the best months in the illustrious history of the Dodgers. ...
#HIGHFIVE | Top 5 MLBbros (Week 8)
by Malik Wright | June 3, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts had a month of May for the record books and takes top spot Week 8 of our #HighFive List for the second time in a row. 1. Mookie Betts Mookie Betts put up numbers during the month of May that have only been seen by seven players in Major League...
Money Mike Harris II Got The Call & Wasted No Time Bringing MLBbro Flow To The Braves
by Dante Miles | June 2, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Atlanta Braves surprised us all over the weekend when they promoted outfielder Michael Harris II from Double-A directly to the show. Harris, who we’ve been telling you about on MLBbro.com the past few weeks, got the call up with an opportunity to breathe some life...
Nick Plummer Might Be The Next Black NY Mets Superstar | The Borough Of Queens Is Long Overdue For Some Soul Sauce
by Kevin Moore | June 1, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
A year ago, Nick Plummer was playing in the minor leagues and now he’s on the big league stage and quickly gaining attention. Harkening the days of outfielder Darryl Strawberry, shortstop Hubie Brooks and Black Ace Dwight Gooden; MLBbro legends forever immortalized...
In Case Y’all Didn’t Know | MLBbros Shining As Elite MLB Relievers
by Dante Miles | May 31, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The importance of elite bullpen arms in today’s MLB can never be overstated. As starting pitchers ramp up velocity and spin rate, we’ve seen the amount of innings pitched decrease. With that being the new norm, the constant rotation of fresh arms into a game makes it...
Soul Patrol: Kyle Lewis & Taylor Trammell Give Mariners Dynamic Offensive Potential
by Malik Wright | May 30, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The return of Taylor Trammell and Kyle Lewis has injected some much-needed soul power into the Seattle Mariners as they look to get back into the AL West division race after a slow start to 2022. https://mlbbro.com/2022/05/11/take-that/ Last week the Mariners...
MLBbro George Springer Moves Up All-Time Lead Off Home Run List Against MVP Pitching
by Ronald Agers | May 28, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Toronto Blue Jays have been under the radar this season based on the fact that all eyes have been on their division rivals, the New York Yankees and their hot hitting superstar Aaron Judge. Usually, teams sitting third at 24-20 are not considered the first choice...
#HIGHFIVE: Top 5 MLBbros (Week 7)
by Malik Wright | May 27, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts is dangerous and after a slow start he has reminded everyone that he is one of the best players in baseball. Hollywood's biggest star takes the top spot in Week 7 of our #HighFive list, and there’s no sign of him ever letting it go. 1. Mookie Betts...
MLBbro Josiah Gray Continues To Thrive Even In The Face Of Racism
by Dante Miles | May 26, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Tuesday night’s matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Washington Nationals was supposed to be a regular opportunity to watch MLBbro’s Mookie Betts and Josiah Gray face off in the nation’s capital. Unfortunately, especially in the wake of the Tim Anderson/Josh...
The Rising Tensions Concerning the Playing Time of MLBbro Byron Buxton
by Ronald Agers | May 25, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
One of the most interesting stories in Major League Baseball history is the three-way relationship between the team, the player and their fanbase. The uneasy partnership varies from love/hate to sometimes toxic. One of the more recent examples was in Oakland when the...
MLBbros To The Rescue In Seattle? | JP Crawford Could Use Some Support, On The Black Hand Side
by Dante Miles | May 24, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
J.P Crawford and the Seattle Mariners came into this season looking to finally end their postseason drought that dates back to 2001. The offseason addition of Cy Young winner Robbie Ray along with more top prospects joining the big league squad boosted a renewed...
Mookie Betts Is Scoring Runs At An Insanely Historic Rate | The MLBbro Can’t Miss The Dish
by Malik Wright | May 23, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts put on a full display of his talents in Saturday night's victory over the Phillies. From hitting a home run, to driving in two runs on a double and throwing out what would have been the go-ahead run at home plate. He once again showed that when he’s on,...
“If It’s My Last Year… I’ve Had A Great Career”| Lorenzo Cain Is Looking To Retire On His Terms, With One Last World Series Run
by Ronald Agers | May 22, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
When the Milwaukee Brewers signed outfielder Lorenzo Cain to a five-year $80 million contract back in 2018, the team wanted to capitalize on the production the Kansas City Royals MLBbro was providing over several seasons. The peak of that incredible run was in 2015,...
Dynamic Shortstop Royce Lewis Has To Change Positions To Play For Minnesota Twins
by Justin Petrille | May 21, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The number one pick in the 2017 draft finally got his time in the spotlight and he took full advantage of the chance. Royce Lewis, one of the most celebrated prospects in all of the Majors, got called up to the big leagues and made his Minnesota Twins debut on May 6th...
#HIGHFIVE | Top 5 MLBbros (Week 6)
by Malik Wright | May 20, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
If the season was only seven weeks long, Aaron Judge would be the American League's Most Valuable Player. He rolled the dice and if things continue to go his way, he will be baseball’s highest-paid player by season's end. For the second time this season, he takes...
Aaron Judge Is Having an MVP Season | Brian Cashman Should Have Paid That Man
by Dante Miles | May 19, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Brian Cashman should have paid the man. Aaron Judge has been on fire all season, but his latest dominant stretch against a bevy of top MLBbros has been another sign that he will easily outplay the seven-year, $230 million contract Brian Cashman and the Yankees...
How A Simple Adjustment In Hitting Mindset Led To MLBbro Josh Bell’s Hot Streak
by Ronald Agers | May 18, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
For the last couple of seasons playing with the Pittsburgh Pirates and now Washington Nationals, questions about our MLBbro, Josh Bell's future always dogged him. The narratives of what he wanted in his career and the priorities of the team he was with drew headlines...
Travis Demeritte and Michael Harris II Are Home Grown Jewels| Atlanta Braves Are Cultivating A Soul Patrol
by Dante Miles | May 17, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Atlanta Braves organization boasts one of the best player development staffs in all of baseball, and for decades they have been able to produce some of the best home-grown talent in the game. MLBbro Travis Demeritte and future bro Michael Harris II are two prime...
Changing The Culture | The Broken Red Machine Wastes Hunter Greene’s Electric No-Hit Stuff
by Mark Gray | May 16, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene’s no-hit performance in Cincinnati still left the MLBbro and his team seeing red Sunday. The broken Red Machine lost 1-0 to the Pittsburgh Pirates despite wasting the melanated mound marauder’s best start of the season, where he combined with Art Warren...
MLBbro Jason Heyward Uses Social Media To Provide Leadership To Teammates
by Ronald Agers | May 15, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
In this day and age, sports figures are identified more by their contracts than their play and overall impact to the team that pays them. One of those players is our MLBbro, Jason Heyward, who may have an unfair legacy of not living up to the eight-year, $184 million...
Giancarlo Stanton Has Finally Won The Hearts Of New York Yankees Fans
by Justin Petrille | May 14, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Giancarlo Stanton, one of the most criticized athletes in New York, is looking like an All-Star once again. https://youtu.be/nunz6gTRmRc In the Yankees' 10-4 victory over the White Sox Friday night, Stanton went 2-for-4 with a homerun and two RBI. It was...
#HIGHFIVE: Top 5 MLBbros (Week 5)
by Malik Wright | May 13, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh Naylor etched his name into Major League Baseball’s history books Monday night by having the greatest late game performance in league history. He is the only player to ever record eight RBI in the eighth inning or later as he carried the Guardians to one of...
Tim Anderson Has That Big Stick Energy | Defense Is The Last Hurdle For Rising Chicago White Sox
by Dante Miles | May 12, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There isn’t a soul in the baseball universe that would doubt Tim Anderson’s ability at the plate. The star shortstop is currently slashing .347/.377/.912 and once again looks like the best contact hitter in the American League. But if the White Sox are going to...
Meet MLBbro Ball Basher Josh Naylor | His 8 RBI Night Let Everybody Know Drake Isn’t The Only Superstar Out of Canada
by Kevin Moore | May 11, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh Naylor had a historic night on Monday, one for the MLB record book. Naylor played a significant role in mounting a comeback for the Cleveland Guardians. Going into the ninth inning, the Tribe trailed 8-2 and went on to score six runs to force extra innings and...
Willie Calhoun Demoted Again | He Says His Style Of Play Doesn’t Jive With Texas Rangers Metric-Heavy Hitting Philosophy
by Dante Miles | May 10, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
MLBbro Willie Calhoun’s name has rang bells in MLB circles for years, but now the buzz has settled and there is a different question being asked–has Willie Calhoun officially become a reclamation project? ...
Michael “The Professional” Brantley Is Conducting Business As Usual
by Kevin Moore | May 9, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Michael Brantley is picking up where he left off last season. The 14-year veteran has been a spark for the Houston Astros at the plate since he joined the team. His consistency and mechanical mastery at the dish earned him the nickname, "The Professional." And this...
MLBbros Are Gunning For An All-Star LA Blackout
by Craig Grant | May 7, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Since the debut of the first Black player in the MLB, Jackie Robinson, there have been several notable Black All-Stars. Rickey Henderson, Ken Griffey Jr., Tony Gwynn, and Frank Thomas are just a few of the well-deserving Black players who have achieved this great...
Mookie Betts Wants His Gold Glove Back | He’s Still The Web Gem Giant
by Kevin Moore | May 6, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts has accomplished a lot during his tenure in the MLB. Looking at his resume he’s had an illustrious career that is far from finished. He’s a five-time All-Star, has multiple World Series titles and has numerous other...
DUSTY WINS 2000: Crack Open the Champagne – He Was Due And Now It’s Done!
by Charles Dunkin | May 5, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The trailblazer is now immortal. On the heels of Jackie Robinson’s 75th anniversary of breaking the color barrier, the ultimate bro made history. In his 25th year as a big league manager, Astros head man Dusty Baker became the first Black manager to record his 2000th...
Write Dom Smith Off? The NY Mets MLBbro Thinks Not
by Dante Miles | May 5, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
After new billionaire owner Steve Cohen spent a crazy bag this offseason, expectations for Dominic Smith and the New York Mets jumped through the roof. The addition of top talent to your roster is always welcomed by any ballclub, but for players like our MLBbro...
Michael Taylor Is A Walking Stick Of TNT With Gold Glove Pedigree
by Kevin Moore | May 4, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
On Monday, Kansas City Royals center fielder Michael Taylor put himself in the conversation for catch of the year. Honestly, we should just give him that title right now. Though the Royals lost 1-0 to the St. Louis Cardinals, this brother made a jaw-dropping catch and...
Tim Anderson & Byron Buxton Dictate The AL Central Race
by Dante Miles | May 3, 2022 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
For many fans and analysts around Major League Baseball, entering the season, the AL Central champ was a forgone conclusion. The Chicago White Sox, lead by MLBbro and budding superstar Tim Anderson, were headed to their second straight division crown under wily legend...
Taijuan Walker Continues To Add Another Golden Arm To The Mets Rotation
by Dante Miles | August 18, 2022 | THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
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Live At The Ballpark | MLBbro Josh Bell Speaks About His DC Past & San Diego Arrival
by Mark Gray | August 16, 2022 | THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
Mark Gray interviews San Diego Padres MLBbro Josh Bell post Fernando Tatis Jr. 80-game suspension for PED. https://youtu.be/GnFSfwzKyD8
VIDEO: Rookie Vaughn Grissom Didn’t Waste Any Time Flashing His MLBbro Star Power
by Rob Parker | August 15, 2022 | HOME BOI HIGHLIGHTS, THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
Rob Parker highlights Atlanta Braves rookie shortstop Vaughn Grissom. https://youtu.be/EHhl_EJ48Xg
VIDEO: Best Content On MLBbro.com This Week
by MLBbro Staff | August 13, 2022 | MLBbro tv, Rob Parker, THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
Rob Parker recaps some of the best content from MLBbro.com this week. https://youtu.be/sorH9pY5kXY
Byron Buxton Is On Pace To Play Most Games Since 2017 | Big Bux Shaking Injury Prone Tag In Big Fashion
by Malik Wright | August 18, 2022 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
Byron Buxton is on pace to play in his most games since 2017 and has proven to be one of the best in the Majors when he stays healthy. https://twitter.com/AaronGleeman/status/1549567986578722816?s=20&t=zBTRmC9t9hmJuQOo2WdF4g Whether it be with his...
The Nationals Have Found Their Future Shortstop In MLBbro CJ Abrams
by Kevin Moore | August 17, 2022 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
The Washington Nationals recently let go of their superstar Juan Soto, but they gained a potential superstar in shortstop C.J. Abrams. Before joining the Nationals, Abrams appeared in 46 games with the San Diego Padres and hit .232 with two home runs and 11 RBI....
“I Was Just Sitting There Refreshing My Name And Was Like, Damn, I Guess I’m Heading Back Home” | Rockville MD Native James Wood Returns Home To Play For Nationals
by Devon POV Mason | August 16, 2022 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
The Juan Soto trade to the San Diego Padres was bound to happen, and with it came some real fruit for the rebuilding Washington Nationals. The name that resonates most from the trade is shortstop C.J. Abrams. But lost in the shuffle, somehow even though he stands a...
Interview With Bubba Thompson | The Former QB Is Bringing Next Level MLBbro Speed To Texas Rangers
by Malik Wright | August 15, 2022 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
Bubba Thompson was once committed to play quarterback for the University of Alabama, now the 2022 Triple A stolen base leader is looking to have an impact on winning for Texas. ...
VIDEO: You’re The Man #Pham | Tommy Pham Has Been A Blessing For The Red Sox
by Rachel L Hill | August 15, 2022 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
Rachel L Hill talks about the resurgence of Tommy Pham and how he could fit into the Boston Red Sox future if he continues his Bro Bombing. https://youtu.be/HpKUX0oh-lQ
VIDEO: Atlanta Braves Rookie Vaughn Grissom Comes Out Bro Bombing In MLB Debut
by Charles Nyonga | August 12, 2022 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
Charles Nyonga shines a light on the latest MLBbro to hit the ground running. Atlanta Braves top prospect, Vaughn Grissom had a home run in his MLB debut. Grissom, a dynamic infielder, was selected by the Braves in the 11th round of the 2019 MLB Draft. He batted ninth...
VIDEO: Pitcher Chris Archer Is Feeling It Just At The Right Time For Minnesota Twins Run At The AL Central Crown
by Rachel L Hill | August 11, 2022 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
Chris Archer is all the way back to being a starter you can rely on to give you at least four or five quality innings. The MLBbro pitcher’s presence will be important to Minnesota Twins playoff push. Great to see the melanated mound marauder healthy and contributing...
Amir Garrett Facing 3-Game Suspension After Incident With Fan | This MLBbro Wants All Smoke…With Everybody
by Kevin Moore | August 17, 2022 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Kansas City Royals reliever Amir Garrett was suspended by the league for three games after he threw a drink at a fan during a game on August 2 against the Chicago White Sox. Garrett has appealed the ruling, which allows him to remain eligible for the time being....
Public Enemy’s Chuck D Highlights Negro Leagues’ Tribute To the Philadelphia Stars
by Ronald Agers | August 13, 2022 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
The essence of MLBbro.com is to make sure that baseball fans understand and not forget the contributions of black players in past history of the sport and how well they are flourishing in today’s game. Decades before MLBbro icon Jackie Robinson accomplished the...
Top Content You Might Have Missed This Week On MLBbro.com
by Special to MLBbro.com | August 6, 2022 | 5TH SLOT, 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Rob Parker recaps the best content on MLBbro.com. Dont Miss it ! https://youtu.be/4mlsxdidaJM
SeanBo Knows Baseball | If you bet it…it will win…
by SeanBo | August 12, 2022 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
While we’re not dropping any bags on the annual Field of Dreams game this year, the #BrosBettingBaseball (@bbruh916/@abookay3) have the insight to get your wallet right! Don’t bother watching any NFL preseason and save your money on that $40 ticket to watch any...
Exclusive| MLBbro Jeffrey Hammonds Drops Jewels Live From Hank Aaron Invitational
by DA Gambler | August 7, 2022 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
13-Year #MLBbro Jeffrey Hammonds played from 1993-2005 for six different teams and was an All-Star in 2000 when he batted .335 with 20 homers and 106 RBI. He’s a representative of the MLBPA and a long standing contributor to baseball’s diversity efforts. The NJ native...
Top Content You Might Have Missed This Week On MLBbro.com
by Special to MLBbro.com | August 6, 2022 | 5TH SLOT, 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Rob Parker recaps the best content on MLBbro.com. Dont Miss it ! https://youtu.be/4mlsxdidaJM
SeanBo Has The Bros Best Bet This Week | Cash In Or Crash Out !
by SeanBo | August 5, 2022 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
We’re welcoming those August dog days of summer at the MLBBro.com offices, but “Don’t call it a comeback!” in the famous words of James Todd Smith because we’ve been rolling with the winners since July! Skip that summer music festival and kick it with the...
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