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Detroit Tigers Top Prospect Deserving of Being Promoted After Recent Stretch

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Detroit Tigers are cruising in the American League right now, but this is a franchise that is not only built to win now, but also could sustain success. After bursting onto the scene in the second half of last year, the Tigers have proven that their play in 2024 was no fluke. Currently, Detroit appears to be one of the best teams in baseball with a well-balanced attack both on their pitching staff and in their lineup.
Surprise Prospect Rising Through Rankings in San Francisco Giants Farm System

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Nick Ziegler

The San Francisco Giants are playing some excellent baseball this season, and the recent addition of Rafael Devers might take them to the next level. Coming into the year, expectations weren’t all that high for the Giants in what appeared to be a challenging National League West. While the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres haven’t disappointed, injuries have negatively impacted the Arizona Diamondbacks so far.
Surprise Prospects Rising Through Rankings in San Francisco Giants Farm System

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The San Francisco Giants are playing some excellent baseball this season, and the recent addition of Rafael Devers might take them to the next level. Coming into the year, expectations weren’t all that high for the Giants in what appeared to be a challenging National League West. While the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres haven’t disappointed, injuries have negatively impacted the Arizona Diamondbacks so far.
Astros Should Promote Top Prospect To Help Struggling Offense

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Houston Astros are on quite the run, emerging as one of the best teams in the American League once again. With the summer months here, the Astros are once again proving to be one of the best teams in the AL. Currently, only the Detroit Tigers have a better record than Houston, and the two might be destined to meet again in October. While there is a lot of baseball to be played between now and then, the Astros will be focused in the coming weeks on improving their team.
Texas Rangers All-Star Could be Strong Trade Deadline Target for New York Mets

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Nick Ziegler

The Texas Rangers continue to see-saw around the .500 mark as the franchise tries to find their footing so far this season. It has been a bit of a disappointing start to the year for the Rangers, who came into the campaign with some high expectations after winning the World Series just two seasons prior. However, like in 2024, injuries have been a storyline for Texas in a negative way so far.
Texas Rangers All-Star Could be Strong Trade Deadline Target for New York Mets

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Texas Rangers continue to see-saw around the .500 mark as the franchise tries to find their footing so far this season. It has been a bit of a disappointing start to the year for the Rangers, who came into the campaign with some high expectations after winning the World Series just two seasons prior. However, like in 2024, injuries have been a storyline for Texas in a negative way so far.
Detroit Tigers Slugger Has Improved Offense with Patient Approach

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Detroit Tigers are off to a fantastic start to the season and a major reason why is their improved offensive production. Last year, the Tigers were able to go on a great run to the playoffs thanks to an ability to pitch at a very high level. With Tarik Skubal leading the rotation and manager A.J. Hinch piecing together games with the bullpen, Detroit found ways to win. However, there was always a concern about scoring enough runs, with a lack of production offensively.
Braves Former All-Star Could Be Option for Cubs To Strengthen Already Great Lineup

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Chicago Cubs continue to prove that they are one of the best teams in the league, but they will likely be looking to improve this summer. The Cubs figured to be an improved team after a strong offseason. But they have emerged as a true contender in the National League, despite having to deal with some adversity. An injury to star pitcher Justin Steele threw a wrench into their plans. Losing the southpaw for the rest of the campaign has now resulted in the team needing to add a front-end pitcher.
Padres' Overpaid Slugger Could Help Fix Problem at Shortstop for Tigers

1 week ago | si.com | Nick Ziegler

The Detroit Tigers are running away with the American League Central so far this season, and now their sights should be set on a larger goal. After a strong second half of the year in 2024, the Tigers have proven that last campaign was no fluke with the success they have had so far. When looking at the roster, the team is certainly in a better position to succeed than they were last year when they had to use some smoke and mirrors to piece things together.
Twins Star Outfielder Would Be 'Dream Target' for Phillies at Trade Deadline

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Nick Ziegler

The Philadelphia Phillies are off to a strong start once again, but they have lofty expectations this season. Even though there have been some ups and downs for the Phillies this year, this is still one of the best teams in the National League. To begin the campaign, Philadelphia has been able to lean on what has been one of the best starting rotations in the league so far. This is a unit that has some excellent star power with multiple starters that have been All-Star-caliber pitchers.

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