These Five MLBbros Started For Postseason Teams In Game 1 Of Wild Card Series
by DA Gambler | October 2, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The MLBbros were impactful and present in the various opening games of the 2024 MLB Wild Card series. Justyn-Henry Malloy: Detroit Tigers Justyn-Henry Malloy hit second for the surging Detroit Tigers in Game 1 of the franchise’s first postseason...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 25): Michael Harris II Batting .486 With Five Bro Bombs In His Last Seven Games
by Malik Wright | September 27, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Michael Harris is playing his best baseball of the year when his Braves need him most. The 2022 National League Rookie of The Year homered five times in his last seven games and is hitting .486 over that span to earn himself the top spot on our final #HighFive list of...
MLBbro.com Celebrating Legends In Oakland A’s History As the Era Comes To A Close
by Ronald Agers | September 25, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Baseball is a game. However, the professional sport called Major League Baseball is a business. Moving professional teams away from their fanbase, no matter how loyal they are, is part of the dark side of it. After 56 years, the Oakland A’s despite efforts they said...
‘Team Wins Mean More To Me’: Josh Naylor’s Breakout 30-Homer/100 RBI Season Isn’t His End Goal
by Kevin Moore | September 24, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh Naylor has had an impressive year so far with the Cleveland Guardians. The 27-year-old was selected to his first All-Star Game and he will have the opportunity to make his third appearance in the postseason. Through 148 games this season, Naylor is hitting .240...
Home Boi Highlights | Aaron Judge Regains Power Stroke and Blasts Bro Bomb No.55
by Chris Bolton | September 23, 2024 | HOME BOI HIGHLIGHTS, THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge is finishing another MVP season strong as he prepares to lead the Yankees into the playoffs. After a career-high 16-game homerless drought, Judge is back bangin’. https://youtu.be/TgNS9o774FM?si=Rhx6-fgPF0-lfNs1
#HIGHFIVE (Week 24): Kumar Rocker’s Debut Was Worth The Wait
by Malik Wright | September 20, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Kumar Rocker’s Major League debut was worth the wait as his slider is already looking like one of the most dangerous pitches in baseball. He takes the top spot on Week 24 of our #HighFive list after a solid first outing against the Mariners. Kumar Rocker Rocker...
Will A New York Yankees World Series Title Market the “Big 3” Era For Major League Baseball?
by Ronald Agers | September 19, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
With the season rapidly coming to a close, the New York Yankees as of this writing look as if they will take the American League East title, outlasting the surprising efforts of the Baltimore Orioles. With the postseason coming in a few weeks, Major League Baseball...
At 21, James Wood Is Already A Washington Nats Fan Favorite
by Kevin Moore | September 17, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Washington Nationals have a future all-star in James Wood. Wood has had an impressive season so far, after making his MLB debut on July 1st. While the Nationals have no shot at making the playoffs, they have had the opportunity to see what the future looks like...
#HIGHFIVE (WEEK 23): MLBbro Lawrence Butler Extends Hitting Streak To 20 Games
by Malik Wright | September 13, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Lawrence Butler extended his career-long hitting streak to 20 games during Thursday's contest against Houston, earning him the top spot on Week 23 of our #HighFive list; an honor he has received for two weeks in a row. 1. Lawrence Butler “Law Dawg” ...
‘He’s Really Built To Handle Adversity In A Very High Capacity’ | Texas Rangers Prospect Kumar Rocker To Make MLB Debut Just 16 Months After Tommy John Surgery
by Devon POV Mason | September 12, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Not too long ago, Texas Rangers pitcher Kumar Rocker was considered a can’t miss prospect. That was in 2019 when he tossed a 19-strikeout, no-hitter against the Duke Blue Devils as a member of the Vanderbilt Commodores. That outing came in an elimination game of the...
9/11 Reflections | Baseball Heals A Nation, New York Yankees Win Big In Losing
by MLBbro Staff | September 11, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
I can still remember the morning of September 11, 2001. Not visually…the only thing I can recall are the images I saw on television. After 23 years, the lines begin to blur between real memories and those etched in my mind by the countless hours spent watching...
Marcus Semien and Defending World Champion Texas Rangers Are Hanging Onto Slim Playoff Hopes
by Kevin Moore | September 10, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Statistically, the Texas Rangers still have a chance to make the postseason this year and defend their World Series title. But a lot will need to happen. With the regular season coming to a close at the end of the month, each game is important for the Rangers....
#HIGHFIVE (Week 22): Lawrence Butler AKA “Law Dawg” Has The Game On Lock
by Malik Wright | September 5, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Lawrence Butler was not only named the American League Player of the Week, thanks to his second three home run game of the year and a .500 average, he also set an A’s franchise record with nine straight games with an extra base hit. The “Law Dawg” is becoming a...
Kansas City Royals Bring In Tommy Phan: MLBbro Vet Known For Playing Big In Postseason
by Kevin Moore | September 2, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Outfielder Tommy Pham is now on his third team this season. The Kansas City Royals claimed the veteran off waivers a few days ago. Pham is now on a team that is competing for a spot in the postseason. But what else is new? With a nickname like "Playoff...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 21): Aaron Judge Joins the Elite Power Hitters Of All Time
by Malik Wright | August 29, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge put himself in rare company this week, joining Babe Ruth, Sammy Sosa, Mark McGwire and Alex Rodriguez as the players in Major League history to have three 50 home runs seasons. Judge is a standout among this group being one of the only to do so...
Aaron Judge Has The AL MVP On Smash, But Bobby Witt Jr. Shouldn’t Be Ignored
by Ronald Agers | August 28, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
As the MLB postseason rapidly approaches, the good old days of World Series lore spread over decades is a possibility as the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are again the class of baseball. Both teams have the best players in their respective leagues...
Marcus Stroman Is Back On A Roll and Ready To Pitch His Best During MLB Postseason
by Kevin Moore | August 26, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
In his first season with the New York Yankees, Marcus Stroman has been a contributing piece to the Yankees pitching rotation. After struggling during the middle of the summer, Stroman has bounced back and put together dominating performances in his recent...
Frisco Flash: Second Generation MLBbro Grant McCray Making Instant Impact With Giants
by Anthony McClean | August 26, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Through his first week in the majors, San Francisco outfielder Grant McCray has given the Giants a spark. The 23-year-old rookie was recalled from the minors on August 14th and has literally hit the ground running for the Giants. The son of ex-big leaguer...
Aaron Judge Has AL MVP In The Bag, But Can Mookie Betts Make A Late Run At Shohei Ohtani?
by Matthew Cain | August 21, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge is the leader in the American League MVP. Judge made history in recent weeks with his 300th career bro bomb and is the youngest Yankee to do so. Of course, the American League is stacked with heavy hitters in the race such as Gunthar Henderson, Bobby Witt...
Up To the Minute Top Five MLBbro Pitchers Contributing To the Talent Pool and Culture
by Ronald Agers | August 21, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The MLB season is going into the final stretch with less than 40 games left. Now that the All-Star Game and trade deadline are in the rearview mirror, the contenders are battling for playoff seedings while the rest of the teams are getting ready for changes in the...
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Makes Special Friend At LLWS
by Kevin Moore | August 20, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Even though he didn’t play in the Little League Classic game on Sunday, New York Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr. made a significant impact during the day. He made a special bond with a Little League player that will last forever. When the Yankees arrived in...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 19): The Best Bro Is the Best In The Game…Aaron Judge Stays In That No. 1 Spot
by Malik Wright | August 16, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge sits atop Week 19 of our #HighFive List after becoming the fastest player in Major League history to reach 300 home runs. The Bronx Bro Bomber did it in just 955 games. 1. Aaron Judge On last weeks #HighFive we discussed how teams were intentionally...
Nationals’ MLBbros Continue To Be Orioles’ Kryptonite In Battle of Beltways: CJ Abrams & James Wood Are A Problem
by Avery Hill | August 15, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
BALTIMORE — Sitting just outside of the visitor’s locker room, Nationals rising rookie James Wood carved up some crabs for his Tuesday dinner — the completion of a two-course meal that started with the Baltimore Orioles. Wood wasn’t the only bro bomber that...
“Multiple Factors Played Into The Decision” | Cincinnati Reds No.2 Overall Pick Chase Burns Won’t See Mound Until 2025
by Devon POV Mason | August 14, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Cincinnati Reds have a bright future. With the likes of stud outfielder Elly De La Cruz, the arrival and subsequent breakout of Rece Hinds and of course future staff ace Hunter Greene, things look very promising on the banks of the Ohio River....
St. Louis Cardinals MLBbro Big Three Back Together: Sky Walker, Masyn Winn and VS2 Reunite For Wild Card Run
by DA Gambler | August 13, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Three Amigos, The MLBbro Big Three, The St. Louis Soul Patrol - whatever you want to call them. Masyn Winn, Jordan Walker and Victor Scott II are back in the bigs together, hoping to push St. Louis to a NL Wild Card berth. Jordan "Sky" Waker Called Up...
Did You Know A Super Bowl Winning Quarterback Was Drafted Higher Than Aaron Judge?
by Ronald Agers | August 7, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Did you know that there is a current Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback that was actually drafted HIGHER than Aaron Judge. Strange now but back then, there wasn’t the least bit of controversy. Super Bowl-winning QB Russell Wilson actually was drafted higher than...
MLBbro Jazz Chisholm Rises To The Occasion With Runners In Scoring Position
by admin | August 6, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Jazz Chisholm is batting .300 with four homers, eight RBI with a 1.064 OPS in seven games since joining the New York Yankees, who were struggling before Jazz’s arrival, which is part of the reason they threw caution or narrative to the wind and went after the...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 17): Jazz Chisholm Arrives In The Bronx Bro Bombing
by Malik Wright | August 2, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Jazz Chisholm Jr. is off to a historic start in his first week as a Yankee, becoming the first player in their franchise history to homer four times in their first three games with the team. That was just the opening act for the “Bahamian Blur,” who has a chance to...
Grading Trade Deadline Relocations For Three MLBbros On The Move
by Avery Hill | August 1, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Some MLBbro’s are on the move. On Tuesday, the trade deadline came and went with plenty of traffic. Of notable moves was Jazz Chisolm Jr. to the Yankees, Jack ‘Black’ Flaherty to the Dodgers and Josh Bell to the Diamondbacks. Related: Talkin’ All That...
Xavier Edwards Hitting For The Cycle Is Just The Beginning to His Miami Marlins Career
by Kevin Moore | July 30, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
July 28th, 2024 will be a day that Miami Marlins infielder Xavier Edwards will remember for the rest of his life. On Sunday, he did something only one other Marlins player has done and that was hit for the cycle. ...
MLBbro Awards: 100 Games In, These Black Knights Of Baseball Play To Win
by Anthony McClean | July 27, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Now that we’re well into the “unofficial” second half of the season and are flying past the 100-game mark, it’s time to give props to the MLBbros who’ve set the pace over the last four months plus. So far, we’ve seen some dominant performances from established...
#HIGH FIVE (Week 16): Lawrence Butler Has Arrived! The Talented Bro Bomber Is Putting His Name On The MLB Map
by Malik Wright | July 26, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Lawrence Butler announced his presence to the baseball world with a three-homer game against the best team in the Majors to close out the first half of the season and has continued his heater into Week 16, posting an average over .570 in his last seven games and...
Can MLBbro Marcus Semien’s Eventful All-Star Performance Wake Texas Rangers Out Of Slumber?
by Ronald Agers | July 23, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
We are now one week removed from the 2024 ALL-Star Game in which the American League continued its dominance over the National League with a 5-3 win. The win was the AL’s 10th win in 11 games. MLBbro.com was in the mix following the six players that represented the...
Aaron Judge and Yankees Need To Start Quickly In Season’s Second Half
by Donald Hamilton | July 19, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The second half of the MLB season is set to get underway with many teams trying to finish strong to secure a good spot in the standings and have home-field advantage throughout the postseason. One team that has struggled in their last 10 games is the New York Yankees...
Hunter Greene Continues His Tradition of Shoe Donations Taking His Practice Overseas to Africa
by Ronald Agers | July 18, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
MLBbro pitcher Hunter Greene must have been on cloud nine as one of three representatives (Elly De La Cruz and David Bell being the other two) for the Cincinnati Reds in the annual Midsummer's Classic, the All-Star Game at Globe Life Field in Arlington Texas on...
First Time MLBbro All-Stars Represent For The Culture
by Kevin Moore | July 16, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Six MLBbro’s were named to the 2024 All-Star Game, which is held in Arlington, Texas, home of the Texas Rangers. Out of those six players, three will be appearing in their first All-Star Game of their careers. And these three players have the skillset to appear in...
#HIGHFIVE (WEEK 15): Rece Hinds Climbs Into MLBbro Kingdom…”I Made My Dream Come True”
by Malik Wright | July 13, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Byron Buxton turnt' his game up another level to close out the first half of the 2024 season, posting an average above .440 with a .778 slugging percentage in his last seven games. A healthy Buxton is great for baseball and is crucial if the Minnesota Twins...
MLBbro Hunter Greene and Cincinnati Reds Elly De La Cruz Make History: First Time Since 1999 Reds Have Two All-Stars Under 25
by Matthew Cain | July 11, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene aka, “Greene Machine” has been named to his first MLB All-Star game. If things go as planned, it's the first of many for the talented Greene, who was taken second overall in the 2017 Draft, behind MLBbro Royce Lewis. With the way he's performed...
Mookie Betts Is Cool With Shohei Ohtani Hitting Leadoff When SS Returns From Injury
by Kevin Moore | July 9, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without star player Mookie Betts since June 17, but the team continues to play well in his absence, sitting atop of the NL West standings. When Betts returns to the lineup, whenever that may be, we may see him batting in a different...
Marcus Semien Doesn’t Have Social Media Because Negative Posts Mess Up His Groove
by Kevin Moore | July 3, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Over the past few seasons, Marcus Semien has established himself as one of the top players in the MLB. And he has the accolades to show for it. Semien is a two-time All-Star, World Series champion, Gold Glove winner, and a two-time Silver Slugger winner. ThaAll...
James Wood MLB Debut Brings Much Needed Juice To Normally Serene Nationals Park
by Devon POV Mason | July 2, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Washington, DC —On Monday night Washington Nationals top ranked prospect and MLB Pipeline’s No.3 ranked prospect James Wood took the field in the majors for the first time. The 6-foot-7 and 240-pound slugger has worked his way up from Single-A when he arrived via the...
Bro Bombers: Royce Lewis and Byron Buxton Are Best Players On A Contending Minnesota Twins Squad
by Kevin Moore | July 1, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Minnesota Twins are battling in the American League Central division and are trying to make a second consecutive trip to the postseason. Two players that can strongly help Minnesota’s chance of making a postseason appearance are MLBbro’s Byron Buxton and...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 13): There’s Aaron Judge…And Everybody Else
by Malik Wright | June 28, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge has put up video game numbers through the first half of 2024. He became the first player to reach 30 home runs and 75 RBI and has exceeded the pace he set in all major hitting categories from his record breaking 2022 MVP year. The King of New York sits...
Willie Mays Called Andrew McCutchen “Pittsburgh”: Pirates Legend Speaks on Relationship With The GOAT
by Kevin Moore | June 26, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
On June 18th, the baseball world mourned the loss of a legend in Willie Mays. A man who accomplished so much during his playing days will forever be remembered and his impact on the game opened the door for many Black players. ...
Masyn Winn Emerges As A Face Of Black Baseball This Week On and Off The Field
by Kevin Moore | June 24, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn has wasted no time making a name for himself. The young superstar has quickly become an impact player on this Cardinals team and the future looks very bright with Winn in the picture. Through 69 games, he’s hitting .299...
#HIGHFIVE (WEEK 12): Royce Rolls And Giancarlo Is Stanton On Business
by Malik Wright | June 21, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
“Rolls Royce” Lewis is off to the greatest start at the plate in the 123-year history of the Minnesota Twins franchise. Since returning from injury two weeks ago, he has been the best hitter in the Majors, posting a .429/.529/1.000 slash line with five home runs and...
A Tribute To The GOAT | Five Things Young Fans Need To Know About Willie Mays
by Avery Hill | June 20, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Legends live on forever. On Tuesday, Willie Mays, one of the greatest players ever, died at 93. Mays played from 1948-73, dominating as a centerfielder and earning himself a one-way ticket to the Baseball Hall of Fame and overall sports royalty. With 24...
Exclusive: Negro League Tribute At Rickwood Field Features First All-Black Umpire Crew
by DA Gambler | June 19, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
When the St. Louis Cardinals meet the San Francisco Giants on June 20th at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama it will be the first time ever that we have a crew made up entirely of Black umpires. The mood will be solemn as the great Willie Mays, who played at...
Greg Jones’ First MLB Hit Was A Bro Bomb For Colorado Rockies
by Kevin Moore | June 18, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Colorado Rockies fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-5 on Monday. Despite the loss, the Rockies had a player accomplish something special. Greg Jones collected his first MLB hit and it just so happened to be a home run. Coming in as a pinch hitter in the...
Down Bad: Only Five MLBbros Crack First Round of All-Star Voting
by Dante Miles | June 18, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Major League Baseball has released the early results of the 2024 MLB All-Star Ballot, and the numbers have not been kind to the MLBbros. With 10 days remaining in Phase 1 of fan voting, only five have registered enough votes to be eligible for a starting spot...
Father’s Day With The Bufords | This Father/Son Duo Has Flown Under The Radar For Decades
by Brett Quintyne | June 15, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There are many father and son combinations that have reached the Major Leagues over the years. A few that come to mind are the Griffeys, the Bonds, and the Fielders. One family that has made terrific contributions to this game but seemingly go unnoticed are the...
#HIGHFIVE (WEEK 11): Jazz Chisholm Strikes Back, David Hamilton Is In The Game
by Malik Wright | June 14, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The gap between Aaron Judge and the rest of the field stretches further apart with each passing week. As he keeps hitting, the Yankees keeps on winning and this week he swung his bat to the tune of a .423 average with four home runs and 13 RBI to earn the top spot on...
What’s Wrong With Tim Anderson ?
by Matthew Cain | June 13, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Miami Marlins signed shortstop Tim Anderson in the 2023 off-season. Anderson is on a one-year deal hoping to get paid this off-season, however, everything is not going to plan. Anderson is batting just below the 200 mark at .195. This is not like Tim Anderson....
Royce Lewis Is Healthy So That Means Bro Bombs Are Being Crushed In Minnesota
by Kevin Moore | June 11, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis has immediately made an impact on his team since returning from the injured list. https://twitter.com/MLBNetwork/status/1800538729733353758 Royce Lewis Returns From Injury On June 4, the Twins activated Lewis...
Mike Cameron and Daz Cameron Meet At Home, Exchange Lineup Cards
by Kevin Moore | June 10, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Daz Cameron had a moment he will never forget before a game last week against the Seattle Mariners. On Thursday, June 6, Cameron was informed that he would deliver the lineup card to the umpires before the game. ...
#HIGHFIVE (WEEK 10): Aaron Judge’s 32-Game On Base Streak Steals The Show
by Malik Wright | June 7, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge once again reigns supreme over the baseball world, earning the top spot in Week 10 of our #HighFive list, thanks to his current 32-game on base streak (that he shares with shortstop and teammate Anthony Volpe) and being named May’s American League Player...
3 Possible Trade Destination For Detroit Tigers Ace Black Jack Flaherty: Posting Historic K-to-Walk Ratio
by Avery Hill | June 6, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Fourteen K’s, 10, 9, 9, 7, whew. Those are some of Tigers flamethrower Jack ‘Black Flaherty’s strikeout totals this season. Last season, the melanated mound marauder saw himself at the head of trade talks, after avoiding arbitration and winning seven games...
Marcus Semien Rested After 349 Straight Games Played: He’s Batting .500 Since His Return
by Kevin Moore | June 5, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Over the last two seasons, Marcus Semien has suited up and hit the field for the Texas Rangers on a consistent basis. He appeared in 349 consecutive games until May 29, when he was given the day off. That might have been exactly what he needed. The...
Band of Brothers: Who Can Stop The Bros In The Bronx?
by Dante Miles | June 4, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The inevitable has arrived. After a flurry of offseason moves that saw many pick the New York Yankees as favorites to represent the American League in the 2024 World Series, Aaron Judge and the boys are scorching hot and look like the best team in baseball. The...
‘I’m Doing Something Right’: Andrew McCutchen Still Has Gas Left In The Tank
by Kevin Moore | June 3, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Andrew McCutchen will go down as one of the best to ever suit up for the Pittsburgh Pirates. https://youtu.be/2zKF4NuPkhM?si=-EOStxINlOiuPtT6 The 37-year-old has accomplished a lot throughout his career and is not showing any signs of slowing down when...
#HIGH FIVE | These Are The Bros Who Were Gettin It Done This Week
by Malik Wright | May 31, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene has been stacking great starts together for over a month and it is about time the league started taking notice. He dominated the Los Angeles Dodgers for a second straight start last Saturday to lower his ERA to 1.95 in his last six games, earning him the...
Atlanta Braves Need To Get Tommy Pham As Injury Sidelines Ronald Acuna
by Dante Miles | May 28, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Michael Harris II and the Atlanta Braves had already lost one superstar for the season, and over the weekend, things got worse. Reigning National League MVP Ronald Acuna Jr. joined ace Spencer Strider on the season-ending IL with a torn left ACL after faking toward...
Hall of Fame East-West Classic Honors Our History: The MLBbros Were Outside
by Kevin Moore | May 26, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
On Saturday, May 25 a special baseball game was held in Cooperstown, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame East-West Classic was at Doubleday Field and featured 30 former MLBbros. An instant classic it was as the East defeated the West 5-4 in six...
Diversified Bonds: MLBbro Icon and MLB Home Run King Barry Bonds Enters Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame
by Ronald Agers | May 25, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
All-time MLBbro great and reigning home run king Barry Bonds has ripped up the record books when it pertains to offensive productivity over his career. For a five year period, pitchers were so afraid to throw to him, intentional walks were pretty much the norm and...
Minor Setback, Major Comeback | Byron Buxton Heats Up Post-Injury, Dominates Nationals
by Avery Hill | May 22, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Maybe he just needed some rest. Minnesota Twins centerfield Byron Buxton returned from injury on Saturday as the Twins attempted to do away with its four-game losing streak, but it couldn’t reign victorious. It wasn’t until Tuesday though, when Buxton told the...
Two MLBbro Kings Represent The Culture Among Top Three In An Advanced Stat
by Ronald Agers | May 22, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
With the season passing the first quarter of the longest journey in sports, MLBbros have seen a sudden explosion of power at the plate. So much so that the weekly Chocolate Thunder segment highlighting “Bro Bombs” has kept the staff very busy as of late… ...
Lamonte Wade Jr. Is Putting Up On Base Percentage Numbers Like Barry Bonds
by Brett Quintyne | May 21, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
A typical major league season is certainly a marathon more than a sprint. Guys will have their ups and downs but staying consistent is the key to being a regular in the lineup. Lamont Wade has been in the lineup for every game the San Francisco Giants have played...
Josh Bell Powers Surging Miami Marlins To Fourth Win In A Row
by Kevin Moore | May 20, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Josh BellMLBbro slugger Josh Bell put together one of his best offensive performances of the season on Saturday, May 18 as the Miami Marlins defeated the New York Mets 10-9 in extra innings. Bell went 3-for-5 at the plate with four RBI, a home run, and a run...
‘We Need Some Dogs Here’: Will LA Angels Give Manager Ron Washington A Chance to Deliver?
by Ronald Agers | May 18, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Los Angeles Angels and Ron Washington, if given the time, could be a match made in heaven. The Angels are considered one of the worst franchises in baseball with the light at the end of the tunnel being a possible oncoming train with superstar Shohei Ohtani in...
Yankees Survive Aaron Judge Slump: Now That’s He’s Hitting, Sky Is The Limit For Pinstripes
by Craig Grant | May 17, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The New York Yankees are one of the top teams in all of baseball. They have maintained their place amongst the league’s elite even with MLBbro Aaron Judge performing below his standards in April. Despite the slow start, the fact that the Yankees offense has still...
It’s Safe To Call Hunter Greene Ace Of Cincinnati Reds
by Matthew Cain | May 15, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene is finally coming into his own in the 2024 campaign. Greene was has gone seven innings in three of his last five starts. His ERA is down to 3.27, as he is more consistent in his starts. Hunter Greene Expands Repertoire During the offseason and spring...
Willie Calhoun Seizes The Moment Hitting Cleanup For Ron Washington’s LA Angels
by Kevin Moore | May 15, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
MLBbro outfielder Willie Calhoun has bounced around from the minors to various big league teams throughout his career. He’s now looking to make an impact in his first season with the Los Angeles Angels led by manager Ron Washington. The Angels signed Calhoun to...
Around The Horn: Division Leaders and MLBbros That Power Them
by Dante Miles | May 14, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Divisional races don’t get hectic until we head down the stretch, but let's take a quick look at the current division leaders across Major League Baseball and the MLBbros that play key roles in how successful these teams will ultimately be. NL West - Los...
Taijuan Walker Has Won Last Three Starts Since Return From IL
by Kevin Moore | May 13, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker has wasted no time making an impact on his team since returning from the injured list this season. Walker’s 2024 season started with him on the IL due to right shoulder soreness and the Phillies wanted to make sure to take...
Former MLBbro Leans Towards The Gridiron
by Ronald Agers | May 11, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
A story like this puts former MLBbro Monte Harrison in mind of the “A Dream Deferred” poem written by the legendary poet Langston Hughes… What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up Like a raisin in the sun? Or fester like a sore-- And then run? Does it stink...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 6): Aaron Judge, Marcus Semien Turning Up
by Malik Wright | May 10, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Marcus Semien put on a show in his first time back in the Bay Area as a World Series Champion, collecting 10 hits in a three-game span including the hardest hit homer of his career, earning him the Top Spot in our Week 6 #HighFive List. 1. Marcus Semien Marcus...
‘He’s Going To Be A Good One’ | Trey “Da Truth” Lipscomb Shines In Crucial Game For Nats
by Avery Hill | May 9, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
WASHINGTON, DC – That brother is getting the hang of it. Nationals third baseman Trey Lipscomb put together a clutch performance on Tuesday, and he did it against a team he grew up just 45 minutes from. Lipscomb came into the majors known for his defensive...
Ke’Bryan Hayes Is Still Mastering The Art of Mash | The Gold Glover Still Searching For Identity As Hitter
by Kevin Moore | May 8, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes came into the 2024 season looking to build on his previous season where he hit .271 and a career-high 15 home runs. It looked as though Hayes was going to take that next step as a hitter after watching his...
East-West Classic Has The Drop On Black Baseball Culture Memorial Weekend In Cooperstown
by Dante Miles | May 7, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
This Memorial Day weekend, Black baseball fans across America will have another reason to visit the Mecca of baseball, Cooperstown, New York. The National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum will celebrate the opening of its new exhibit ‘The Souls of the Game: Voices of...
Josiah “Sway” Gray Is Getting Closer To Return
by Kevin Moore | May 6, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Washington Nationals have been without their all-star pitcher Josiah Gray since the second week of April. Gray landed on the injured list on April 9 with a right elbow/forearm flexor strain. Not the start of the season Gray and the Nationals were looking to have....
CJ Abrams Lists His Mount Rushmore of Shortstops… MLBbro.com Lists Ours
by Ronald Agers | May 4, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
There is not a hotter MLBbro these days than Washington Nationals shortstop, CJ Abrams. Recently our MLBbro shared his Mount Rushmore of current shortstops that shine on the field. One of them is a MLBbro and of course he added himself....
#HIGHFIVE (Week 5) | Four MLBbro Pitchers Dominated This Week
by Malik Wright | May 3, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene’s dominance in Arlington this past weekend earns him the top spot on Week 5 of our #HighFive List. He registered his first win of the season with a one-hit, seven-inning shutout over the reigning World Series champion Texas Rangers to headline a week...
Byron Buxton Is Injured Again and Unfortunately Nobody Is Surprised | Big Bux Bounce Back !
by Craig Grant | May 3, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Another year, another injury for MLBbro Byron Buxton. Minnesota Twins fans had nightmare flashbacks when their former All-Star center fielder left the game with soreness in his right knee, aggravated by an attempted steal of second base. ...
Aaron Judge Can Afford To Slump Now, The Well-Rounded Yankees Are Winning
by Matthew Cain | May 2, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The New York Yankees newly named captain has been struggling early on this season. Aaron Judge is batting below .207, but despite his struggles at the plate, he's hit six Bro bombs and the Yankees find themselves near the top of the American League East...
Baltimore Orioles MLBbro Cedric Mullins Is Leading The Charge For Team To Beat In The AL East
by Kevin Moore | April 30, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
The Baltimore Orioles are coming off an impressive 2023 season, winning the AL East. It was the first time Baltimore made the postseason since 2016. Even though the Orioles lost to the Texas Rangers 3-0 in the Division Series, it was a step in the right direction for...
Pace Setters: MLBbros Help To Drive Early League Power Rankings
by Dante Miles | April 30, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
On Monday as the first full month of the 2024 season nears closing, MLB.com released another rendition of its weekly power rankings. Naturally, the rankings are opinionated and will change throughout the year based on the source, but it's always fun to take a deep...
Hunter Greene Stopped Being Cute and Is Producing Filthy Stuff On The Hill
by Kevin Moore | April 29, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Hunter Greene had a dominating performance on April 27 as he picked up his first win of the season against the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers. https://youtu.be/LGFJf8DXIw4 The Cincinnati Reds put up eight runs against the Rangers...
Tim Anderson Rebounding From Last Season’s Chicago Nightmare
by Johnny Hill | April 28, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Tim Anderson is showing his resilience and determination by recovering from a difficult 2023 season with the Chicago White Sox. Since signing a one-year/$5M show me deal, Anderson is getting his mojo back with the Miami Marlins. The former two-time all-star has...
Josh Naylor Is A Star On The Diamond And A Treasure To The Fans
by Ronald Agers | April 27, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Don’t look now but the Cleveland Guardians are mere percentage points behind the red hot Atlanta Braves for the best record in baseball. While the Braves have been the class of the National League East for most of the decade and are meeting expectations, the...
That’s Just Baseball | Jordan “Sky” Walker Sent To AAA Amid St. Louis Cardinals Struggles
by Avery Hill | April 24, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Sometimes you get knocked down before you reach the top. You’ve got to get back up. With St. Louis struggling at 11-14 on the season, Cardinals' outfielder Jordan Walker was sent back down to AAA on Wednesday to work on his pitch recognition and swing,...
Hard Luck Bro | Black Jack Flaherty Seeking First Win With Detroit Tigers
by Kevin Moore | April 24, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jack Flaherty will look to secure his first win of the season this evening as the Tigers take on the Tampa Bay Rays. This will be Flaherty’s fifth start of the season and he currently has a 0-1 record with 4.44 ERA. ...
DJ Stewart and Tyrone Taylor With A Soul Infusion That Is Big Time Boosting NY Mets
by Justin Petrille | April 23, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
LOS ANGELES - While New York loves to highlight its biggest and flashiest stars, two bros have been a pair of unsung heroes for arguably the hottest team in baseball. Their names? Tyrone Taylor and D.J. Stewart. These guys are pretty new to the Big Apple, as this is...
3 MLBbros Jackie Robinson Would Be Proud Of Today
by Ronald Agers | April 20, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
MLBbro.com was front and center Monday April 15th for Major League Baseball’s annual “Jackie Robinson Day” for the man whose influential style of play still resonates in the game to this day. While the festivities were going on and every player that...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 3) | Mookie Betts & CJ Abrams Bringing Black Shortstop Bonanza
by Malik Wright | April 19, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Mookie Betts became the second middle infielder in Dodgers history to go 5-for-5 in a game. He has been the best player on the planet to begin this season and for the second time in three weeks he takes the top spot on Week 3 of our #HighFive List. 1. Mookie Betts...
“Things Can Change Quickly” | Dillon Tate Is Back Just In Time To Lengthen and Strengthen Baltimore Orioles Bullpen
by Matthew Cain | April 18, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Dillon Tate has been very steady since his return from his forearm and elbow injury, holding an ERA of 1.29 and securing a win for the 2024 season. Tate had a wild and uncertain recovery. MLBbro.com was all over Tate in 2022. It was a breakout season season...
This Is CJ Abrams’ All-Star Season | No. 5 Is An Issue
by Kevin Moore | April 17, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
On Jackie Robinson day, Washington Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams put together a solid performance to help his team defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 in game one of a three-game series. Abrams went 2-for-5 at the plate with a home run and two runs scored. ...
Doc Forever: Mets Retire Doc Gooden’s Iconic No. 16
by Anthony McClean | April 15, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
“The fans always stuck with me through everything. I always wanted to come back here.” -Dwight Gooden during his number retirement ceremony. CITI FIELD– When Dwight “Doc” Gooden got a call from New York Met owner Steve Cohen over the winter, he...
Joe Ross Completes Comeback Journey With First Win As A Starter Since 2021
by Ronald Agers | April 14, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
In life there are some challenges that all people face no matter the race, creed or color…adversity, perseverance and maybe the toughest of all…patience. Nothing combines all of these attributes better than Milwaukee Brewers’ right hander Joe Ross, who won his first...
#HIGHFIVE (Week 2) 2024 | Surprise Melanated Mound Marauder Takes The Top Spot
by Malik Wright | April 12, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
Jordan Hicks’ made a statement loud and clear that he is here to compete and dominate in his first season as a full-time starter. Just three starts into his career, one of baseball's best flamethrowers takes the top spot in Week 2 of our #HighFive List. ...
Melanated Mound Marauder On Go: Jordan Hicks Continues Dominance In New Starting Role
by Avery Hill | April 11, 2024 | THE LEAD OFF | 0 Comments
That brother is something special. Going into the season, mound master Jordan Hicks was added to the Giants’ pitching staff hopeful to sure up the squad’s rotation. After making his mark in the league as a flamethrowing reliever, reaching 105 MPH and posting 81...
Kumar Rocker Looks Forward To Debut Start At Home In Arlington
by Malik Wright | September 25, 2024 | THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
After an impressive performance in his MLB debut going four innings, allowing one run and striking out seven, #KumarRocker prepares for his first star in front of the Texas Rangers' home crowd. Rocker, 24, worked his way to the majors in his comeback season from Tommy...
Reggie Smith | Prodigious MLBbro Slugger and Cannon-Armed Outfielder Knew How To Win
by Martin Weiss | September 18, 2024 | BLACK IN THE DAY, THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
MLBbro Reggie Smith served as a coach and front office executive. During a seventeen-year MLB career (1966–1982), Smith launched 314 Bro bombs with 1,092 RBI and batted .287. He also had a cannon in the outfield and played on four World Series teams. Smith played at...
DEBATABLE: Who’s The Most Important MLBbro In The AL East?
by Mark Gray | September 14, 2024 | THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
Aaron Judge hit his MLB-leading 52nd bro bomb on Friday night, a grand slam to lead the Yankees who are heating up for the postseason. But Mark and Manny argue whether or not he’s the most important Bro in the AL East, where guys such as Cedric Mullins and the new...
“Everybody Is Watching History”: Yankees Hitting Coach James Rowson On Home Run King Aaron Judge
by Malik Wright | September 7, 2024 | THE TWO HOLE | 0 Comments
Malik Wright is live at the ballpark in Arlington, Texas as the visiting Yankees prepare for the playoffs. He speaks with Yankees hitting coach James Rowson about: •What makes Aaron Judge a great hitter •Rowson’s relationship with Jazz Chisholm Jr. from their time...
Minnesota Twins Are Down To Final Three Games | Need The Best Of Big Bux & Royce Lewis
by Craig Grant | September 27, 2024 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
With only three days left in the MLB regular season the American League Wild Card race is still crowded. The American League Central Division has been a surprisingly competitive division this year, with all of the young teams in the division taking a major leap. In...
These MLBbros Have The Best Chance To Duplicate Shohei Ohtani’s Monumental 50/50 Season
by Avery Hill | September 25, 2024 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
It’s only happened once, but could it happen again? Last Thursday, two-way great Shohei Ohtani made history when he acquired 50 home runs and 50 home runs. While the mark is still incredibly hard for any normal hitter to get to, it’s not as impossible as it...
Marcus Stroman Could Be Postseason Star For NY Yankees, But Out Of Bullpen
by Donald Hamilton | September 20, 2024 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
The MLB regular season is quickly winding down, with teams jockeying for playoff position with about 10-12 games left in the regular season. One team on the cusp of excellent positioning to have home-field advantage throughout the postseason is down in the Bronx in...
These Talented MLBbros Might Be Missing The Postseason In 2024
by Craig Grant | September 13, 2024 | THE THREE SPOT | 0 Comments
With slightly over two weeks remaining in the MLB regular season, teams are making their final push towards the postseason. While the playoffs are sure to be exciting, there's always a downside; there will be good teams and players that will miss out. The...
Take That! Seaver King Is Looking Like Royalty For Washington Nationals
by Charles Nyonga | September 25, 2024 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
Seaver King was the 10th overall selection in the 2024 MLB Draft by the Washington Nationals and could be the lead-off hitter for the next decade in Chocolate City. King started at DII Wingate, went onto Wake Forest and is now in the minor leagues. ...
Foul Or Fair To Say Cedric Mullins Will Lead Baltimore Orioles To Postseason Success?
by Chris Bolton | September 24, 2024 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
CM Storm's 18 Bro Bombs are the most he's had since his 30-30 2021 season. He's leading the O's to consecutive playoff appearances for the first time since 1997. https://youtu.be/KuSfvqF8B1c
You Won’t Believe What Jazz Chisholm Jr. Tells MLBbro.com Reporter
by Malik Wright | September 7, 2024 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
NY Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. kicks it with MLBbro.com reporter Malik Wright. The “Bahamian Blur” on: • His transition to 3rd base •New Music •Joining The Yankees #jazzchisholm #mlbbro https://youtu.be/KwJNp7yBCV0?si=XCqFSD_vntREZ815...
Mickey Rivers | MLBbro Catalyst For Two World Series Titles Restoring Yankees Championship Legacy
by Mark Gray | September 4, 2024 | CLEAN UP | 0 Comments
The game of baseball came so easy to Mickey Rivers who was the quintessential leadoff man for Billy Martin’s New York Yankees. Rivers was the prototype catalyst for a lineup in the Bronx that won two World Series and restored the franchise's championship legacy....
“It’s A Testament To The Work I Put In In The Offseason” | Tampa Bay Rays Prospect Tre Morgan Named Club’s Minor League Player of the Year
by Devon POV Mason | September 26, 2024 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
When the Tampa Bay Rays drafted former LSU Tigers star with the No.88 overall pick, in many ways he was the forgotten man from a 2023 Tigers squad that captured its first College World Series since 2009. With pitcher Paul Skenes going No.1 overall to the...
‘The Next Goal Is To Do It In The Big Leagues’ | Tampa Bay Rays Prospect Chandler Simpson Becomes First Player To Swipe 100 Bags Since 2012
by Devon POV Mason | September 20, 2024 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
The art of base stealing was perfected by legendary Hall of Famers Rickey Henderson, Lou Brock and Tim Raines, among others. But over the last 30-plus seasons not many players have been able to reach the 100-steal plateau in the minors or major leagues. In fact, no...
MLBbro Braylon Payne Is Already Looking Like A Future Milwaukee Brewers Star
by Charles Nyonga | September 10, 2024 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Milwaukee Brewers prospect Braylon Payne (No.17 Overall 2024) is a pain to deal with on the base paths. He’s been tearing it up at the plate and on the diamond for the Brewers Class A Carolina Mudcats, including a four-hit, four-stolen base game. ...
Is It Foul or Fair To Say That Josh Naylor Has Mastered Hitting @ Progressive Field ?
by Chris Bolton | September 10, 2024 | 5TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Cleveland Guardians 1B Josh Naylor has 100 RBI and he’s been a far superior hitter at home then on the road. With 13 of the Guardians’ last 18 games at home, Naylor and his squad is looking to roll into the playoffs as AL Central Division champs....
Cleon Jones: He Was An All-Star Who Helped The Amazing Mets Win The World Series In 1969
by Rob Parker | September 24, 2024 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Cleon Jones batted .429 in Mets three game sweep of Atlanta Braves in NLCS. And no one will forget Jones recorded the final out in the 1969 WS to secure it for the Mets over the heavily-favored Baltimore Orioles. https://youtu.be/m281wPu1BhU ...
Remembering James Earl Jones and His Theatrical Baseball Roots: Classic Connection
by Anthony McClean | September 10, 2024 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
Iconic. The word almost gets overused when speaking of the accomplishments and contributions of those in a chosen field. However, when reflecting on the impressive career of actor James Earl Jones, it's clear that words like "iconic" don't fully capture his...
‘I Kind Of Blacked Out’: MLBbro Mookie Betts Is No Walk in The Park, LA Angels Learned The Hard Way
by Matthew Wilson | September 6, 2024 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
I want you to imagine this… You’re a two-time World Series champion, an American League MVP, an eight-time All-Star, a six-time Silver Slugger award winner, a member of the 30-30 club, part of three All-MLB first teams and these aren’t even half of your...
Kal Daniels Is An Underrated MLBbro Who Could Rake
by Rob Parker | September 3, 2024 | 6TH SLOT | 0 Comments
In three plus seasons with the Cincinnati Reds Kal Daniels was a 20-20 guy who hit .301 and was a rare combination of speed and power. His best season was in 1990 when he hit .296 with 27 homers and 94 RBI. Daniels has a career OBP of .382 ...
