Noah Syndergaard had a classic reaction to Angel Hernandez’s brutal game behind the plate So good. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 25, 2022
Stats show that Angel Hernandez truly had a horrific night even before Kyle Schwarber’s outburst MLB needs to do something about this. USA Today Sports Media Group · Apr 25, 2022
Schwarber Furious With Umpire After Called Third Strike The Phillies outfielder was ejected after a a called third strike in Sunday night’s loss to the Brewers. Sports Illustrated · Apr 25, 2022
Phillies fall to Brewers, 1-0, as Kyle Schwarber loses his cool in ninth PHILADELPHIA — Kyle Schwarber slammed his bat to the dirt. He spiked his helmet. He turned to home-plate umpire Angel Hernandez and gestured with both arms in all directions. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Apr 25, 2022
Despite an improved Zach Wheeler outing, Phillies fall to Brewers, 5-3 PHILADELPHIA — Zack Wheeler has not looked like Zack Wheeler of late. In his first two outings of the regular season he was unable to pitch past the fifth inning. His velocity was down, which isn’t ideal for a power pitcher who relies primarily on his fastball. The Zack Wheeler… The Philadelphia Inquirer · Apr 24, 2022
Phillies rally in the 8th for 4-2 win over Brewers PHILADELPHIA — The moment for the Phillies to strike came in the bottom of the eighth inning on Friday night. Bryce Harper, Nick Castellanos and J.T. Realmuto all knocked in singles to load the bases for Kyle Schwarber with no outs. But Schwarber struck out, and it seemed like an… The Philadelphia Inquirer · Apr 23, 2022
Pirates fall to Brewers, but Mitch Keller takes step forward MILWAUKEE — The Pirates lost a game Wednesday. Whatever. It's not exactly a secret they'll lose a bunch more this season. Tribune News Service · Apr 20, 2022
Aside from two loud swings, Corbin Burnes silences Pirates as Brewers win, 5-2 MILWAUKEE — Loud, powerful strikes do not happen often against Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes, as the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner takes immense pride in keeping opposing bats quiet. That much was evident when Burnes had an MLB-best 2.43 ERA in 28 starts last year and allowed a… Tribune News Service · Apr 20, 2022
Zach Thompson struggles, Christian Yelich's grand slam the difference in Pirates loss MILWAUKEE — Zach Thompson paced around the pitcher’s mound in the bottom of the fourth inning Monday, looking like a mechanic unable to get an engine running or a plumber unable to stop a leak. Tribune News Service · Apr 19, 2022
Benjamin Hochman: Who’s up first? Dissecting starts of Cardinals switch-hitters Carlson and Edman. Leading off, let’s talk about who’s leading off. St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Apr 18, 2022
Despite late-inning wobble, Brewers walk away with 6-5 victory to split series with Cardinals MILWAUKEE — With a chance to make an early-season statement against the reigning division champs, the Cardinals had to overcome themselves and Milwaukee’s heralded bullpen. St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Apr 17, 2022
Strong start, clutch finish: Bullpen holds tight for Matz's first Cardinals win, 2-1 vs. Brewers MILWAUKEE — What started with Steven Matz zeroing in on his first chance to make a better second impression with his new club became the first true showcase of the season for how the Cardinals intend to end taut games. St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Apr 17, 2022
Baseball quiz: We have quite a quizsmith Where there’s a will, there’s a Smith? That’s the case in this week’s quiz. Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 16, 2022
With Cardinals' 14-hit binge at his back, Miles Mikolas cruises in 10-1 win vs. Brewers MILWAUKEE — A few times already this fledgling season the Cardinals have flaunted the potential depth of their lineup around a power-packed start from Nolan Arenado. St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Apr 16, 2022
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 16, 2022 Cubs’ Mark Leiter Jr. set to start Saturday in first major-league appearance since 2018 Leiter is scheduled to face the Rockies, and MLB reduced right-hander Keegan Thompson’s suspension from three games to two.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch · Apr 15, 2022 Milwaukee hops to early lead vs. Wainwright; Cardinals go flat in 5-1 loss MILWAUKEE – Back at the ballpark that gave propulsion to a historic streak, the Cardinals could not muster that same magic to keep last year’s one lingering winning run going.
Tribune News Service · Apr 14, 2022 John Means exits early with left forearm tightness as Orioles fall to Brewers, 4-2 BALTIMORE — Even as the Orioles came back before falling behind again late to the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, the focus will be on that fourth inning, when left-hander John Means was last on the mound before an unceremonious departure that will drive worry throughout Baltimore.
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 13, 2022 Cubs’ Alec Mills not scheduled to return for start vs. Rockies, Saturday pitcher TBD Cubs reliever Michael Rucker threw 2 1⁄3 innings against the Pirates on Wednesday to keep the bullpen fresh.
Daily Mirror · Apr 13, 2022 Burton Albion "sickened and saddened" by racist abuse of unnamed player on social media An unnamed Burton Albion player was subjected to racial abuse following his side's game against Wigan on Tuesday, with the Brewers saying they have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of discrimination
Tribune News Service · Apr 13, 2022 Cedric Mullins hits grand slam but Orioles continue to struggle with runners in scoring position in 5-4 loss to Brewers BALTIMORE — The last swing of the eighth inning — a half-hearted check swing on a low change-up — was the last straw for some inside Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Tuesday. As Baltimore loaded the bases and then left them that way with three straight strikeouts, there were…
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 12, 2022 Cubs’ Keegan Thompson appealing suspension for hitting Brewers’ Andrew McCutchen Cubs manager David Ross served his automatic one-game suspension on Tuesday when the Cubs opened a two-game series against the Pirates.
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 11, 2022 Cubs’ Nick Madrigal looking ahead after hectic 12 months Madrigal is still a foundational piece in Chicago, just for a different team with a different timeline after getting traded while recovering from a severe injury.
Chicago Tribune · Apr 11, 2022 Paul Sullivan: Marcus Stroman quickly bonds with the Wrigley Field fans, but his strong Chicago Cubs debut is wasted CHICAGO — When Marcus Stroman strolled out to the Chicago Cubs bullpen 40 minutes before Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers, he raised his arms over his head and exhorted fans to start cheering early.
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 10, 2022 Marcus Stroman, Seiya Suzuki show what money can buy in Cubs’ 5-4 loss to Brewers Stroman allowed one run in five innings in his Cubs debut, and Suzuki hit his first big-league home run.
Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 10, 2022 Ian Happ sits; David Ross again denies Cubs intentionally hit Andrew McCutchen “Nobody likes to get hit,” Ross said. “Whether you did it on the first pitch or the last pitch, I don’t know that it ever feels good or anybody’s happy with it.”