Cal Raleigh set the Seattle Mariners' single-season home run record with his 57th homer, surpassing Ken Griffey Jr., during a game against the Houston Astros. He leads MLB in home runs and RBIs, and has broken multiple records this season, including tying Mickey Mantle’s switch-hitter record and hitting 20 homers from each side of the plate. Raleigh is a top contender for AL MVP and has signed a six-year extension with the Mariners.
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, American League contenders like the Yankees, Tigers, Blue Jays, Astros, and Mariners face critical needs such as upgrading their pitching staff, filling key infield positions, and strengthening their bullpens to enhance their playoff chances. The Yankees need a third baseman, the Tigers seek relief pitchers, the Blue Jays require another starter, the Astros want more pitching depth, and the Mariners aim to upgrade their corner infield spots.
New York Yankees' pitcher Luis Gil narrowly won the American League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award, edging out Baltimore Orioles' Colton Cowser by five points in one of the closest elections since the BBWAA adopted a three-player ballot in 1980. This victory marks the 10th time a Yankees player has received this honor, the most in the AL. Gil is the fifth Dominican-born player to win the award and the second pitcher, following Neftali Feliz in 2010.
Shohei Ohtani hit a three-run homer in the All-Star Game, becoming the first Dodger to do so since 1996, but his National League team lost 5-3 to the American League. Despite his impressive performance, including a walk and a strong at-bat against Tanner Houck, Ohtani's team fell short, and Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran was named MVP. The American League has now won 10 of the last 11 All-Star Games.
The American League defeated the National League 5-3 in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, resuming their dominance with big hits from Juan Soto, Jarren Duran, and David Fry. Jarren Duran earned MVP honors with a go-ahead two-run homer. Shohei Ohtani hit a three-run homer for the NL, but the AL bullpen held firm for the win.
The American League won the 2024 MLB All-Star Game 5-3 against the National League, led by Jarren Duran's two-run homer and Shohei Ohtani's three-run homer for the NL. The AL has now won 22 of the last 27 All-Star Games. Key moments included a showdown between Aaron Judge and Paul Skenes, Mason Miller's 103.6 mph pitch, and Trea Turner's slick defensive play while mic'd up.
The American League defeated the National League 5-3 in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, resuming their dominance with big hits from Juan Soto, Jarren Duran, and David Fry. Jarren Duran earned MVP honors with a go-ahead two-run homer in the fifth inning. Shohei Ohtani hit a three-run homer for the NL, but the AL bullpen held firm for the win.
The MLB All-Star Game starting lineups have been announced, with Corbin Burnes of the Baltimore Orioles and rookie Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates set to start on the mound for the American and National Leagues, respectively. The lineups feature a mix of seasoned stars and first-time All-Stars, promising an exciting game.
The 2024 MLB All-Star Game will take place at Globe Life Field in Arlington, with Orioles' Corbin Burnes and Pirates' rookie Paul Skenes named as the starting pitchers for the American and National Leagues, respectively. The American League lineup features Yankees stars Juan Soto and Aaron Judge batting back-to-back, while the National League lineup includes notable players like Shohei Ohtani and Bryce Harper. The AL leads the all-time series 47-44-2 but lost last year's game after a nine-year winning streak.
The New York Yankees have surged to the top spot in the MLB power rankings, showcasing strong offensive performances and a torrid 12-4 start despite ace Gerrit Cole's absence. Second-year shortstop Anthony Volpe is impressing with a .382 average and 1.009 OPS, while Clay Holmes leads the majors with six saves. The Baltimore Orioles, previously favored in the division, are trailing behind the Yankees, and the rankings also highlight standout performances from other teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, Atlanta Braves, and Milwaukee Brewers.
The author presents their predictions for the 2024 MLB season, emphasizing that they are for fun and not based on sophisticated algorithms. They project the Orioles to win the AL East, the Twins to dominate the AL Central, and the Astros to take the AL West. In the NL, they foresee the Cubs winning the Central, the Dodgers dominating the West, and the Braves leading the East. The article also provides insights into each team's strengths and weaknesses, as well as potential breakout players.
Dalton Del Don delivers his fantasy baseball predictions for every American League team for the 2024 season, including player performances, breakout candidates, and team outcomes. Key predictions include Gleyber Torres having a standout season for the Yankees, Julio Rodríguez winning the AL MVP for the Mariners, and the Twins winning the AL pennant.
Several American League MLB players are being overvalued in fantasy baseball drafts, including Corbin Burnes, Luis Robert Jr., Justin Verlander, Mike Trout, and Aaron Judge. These players are facing various concerns such as declining performance, health issues, and unfavorable team situations, making them potential draft busts for the 2024 fantasy baseball season.
Here are some fantasy baseball sleeper picks from every American League MLB team for the 2024 season, including players like Jackson Holliday from the Baltimore Orioles, Kutter Crawford from the Boston Red Sox, Gavin Williams from the Cleveland Guardians, Colt Keith from the Detroit Tigers, and Hunter Brown from the Houston Astros. These players are undervalued and have the potential to make a significant impact in fantasy baseball leagues.
ESPN MLB Insider Kiley McDaniel has released the top 100 MLB prospects and ranked all 30 MLB farm systems for the 2024 season, focusing on the top prospects for every American League team. The rankings are based on the future value (FV) of players, graded on the 20-80 scouting scale. McDaniel provides reports on the top 10 prospects for each team, as well as additional prospects with FV grades of 45 or better. This year, he has excluded the 35-plus FV tier from the rankings to focus on the better prospects.
