James Merling, Author at probaseballdaily

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 15: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox looks on against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on September 15, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

Boston Red Sox News

Rafael Devers Sends Clear Message About Possibly Being DH

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for a third straight season after finishing w... James Merling • 2 months ago

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 02: Max Fried #54 of the Atlanta Braves throws a pitch against the San Diego Padres during the first inning in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Petco Park on October 02, 2024 in San Diego, California.

MLB News

Aaron Judge Reveals His Thoughts On Max Fried

The New York Yankees are coming off their first World Series appearance since 2009 aft... James Merling • 2 months ago

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 09: Dylan Cease #84 of the San Diego Padres after giving up a home run against the Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game Four of the Division Series at Petco Park on October 09, 2024 in San Diego, California.

MLB News

Former GM Reveals Why Padres Didn't Trade Dylan Cease, Michael King

The San Diego Padres made the postseason for the first time since 2022 as they finishe... James Merling • 2 months ago

MLB News

MLB Network Names The Top-10 Players In Baseball Right Now

Major League Baseball is finally getting back underway as Spring Training has begun.... James Merling • 2 months ago

ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 5: Charlie Culberson #11 of the Texas Rangers celebrates his solo home run against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Globe Life Field on October 5, 2022 in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News

Former GM Makes A Bold Statement About The Rangers

The Texas Rangers missed the postseason in 2024 after winning the World Series in 2023... James Merling • 2 months ago

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 27: Shota Imanaga #18 of the Chicago Cubs looks on during the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field on September 27, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

Chicago Cubs News

Shota Imanaga Projected To Have Big Season In 2025

The Chicago Cubs missed the postseason for the fourth straight season after finishing... James Merling • 2 months ago

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 28: Detail view of a San Diego Padres helmet in the dugout prior to an Opening Day game against the San Francisco Giants at PETCO Park on March 28, 2024 in San Diego, California.

MLB News

Analyst Urges Padres To Keep Roster Intact Ahead Of 2025 Season

The San Diego Padres got themselves back in the postseason in 2024 after missing the p... James Merling • 2 months ago

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 25: Marcus Stroman #0 of the New York Yankees reacts against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Yankee Stadium on September 25, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

MLB News

Marcus Stroman Shuts Down Possible New Role With Yankees

The New York Yankees got back into the postseason after missing the playoffs in 2023,... James Merling • 2 months ago

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 15: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees reacts after a two-run home run against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning at Yankee Stadium on September 15, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.

MLB News

Aaron Judge Projected To Have Monster Season With Yankees

The New York Yankees got back to their winning ways in 2024 after missing the postseas... James Merling • 2 months ago

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 23: Ronald Acuña Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves takes the field prior to the game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on May 23, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois

Atlanta Braves News

Ronald Acuna Jr. Gives Update On His Injury

The Atlanta Braves made the postseason for the seventh straight season after finishing... James Merling • 2 months ago

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 19: Dave Roberts, L.A. Dodgers Manager, speaks at the SiriusXM Town Hall hosted by Bryan Cranston at SiriusXM Studios on December 19, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Dave Roberts Makes A Big Statement About The Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers made the postseason for the 12th straight season after they fi... James Merling • 2 months ago

NEW YORK - APRIL 04: Boston Red Sox helmets in the dugout before their game against the New York Mets on April 4, 2009 at Citi Field in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City.

Boston Red Sox News

Analyst Predicts Where Red Sox Will Finish After Signing Alex Bregman

The Boston Red Sox have struggled over the past few seasons as they have failed to mak... James Merling • 2 months ago

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 26: Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on ahead of Game Two of the 2024 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Details Emerge About Clayton Kershaw's New Dodgers Deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth World Series title in franchise history after... James Merling • 2 months ago

MLB News

Analyst Warns Padres About Trading 2 Pitchers

The San Diego Padres made the postseason for the first time since 2022 after finishing... James Merling • 2 months ago

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 02: Alex Bregman #2 of the Houston Astros runs to first base after hitting a single against the Detroit Tigers in the second inning during Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park on October 02, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

Boston Red Sox News

Former Player Reveals What Alex Bregman Will Bring To Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox missed the postseason for the third straight season after finishing... James Merling • 2 months ago

MIAMI, FL - MAY 19: A detailed view of the batting helmet worn by Robinson Cano #24 of the New York Mets before the start of the game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on May 19, 2019 in Miami, Florida.

MLB News

Mets Veteran Makes A Bold Statement About Lineup

The New York Mets were one of the more surprising teams in the 2024 postseason as they... James Merling • 2 months ago

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JULY 15: Max Fried #54 of the Atlanta Braves speaks to the media during Gatorade All-Star Workout Day at Globe Life Field on July 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News

Max Fried Reveals His Thoughts About Yankees' Pitching Depth

The New York Yankees made the postseason in 2024 after missing the playoffs in 2023 as... James Merling • 2 months ago

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: Manager Aaron Boone of the New York Yankees looks on during batting practice before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game Five of the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in New York City.

MLB News

Aaron Boone Reveals His Impressions Of Max Fried

The New York Yankees are preparing to defend their American League East title from 202... James Merling • 2 months ago

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JUNE 15: Kenley Jansen #74 of the Boston Red Sox pitches the ball during the eighth inning of a game against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park on June 15, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Los Angeles Angels News

Details Emerge About Kenley Jansen's New Contract With Angels

The Los Angeles Angels have not fared well in recent years, as they have not made the... James Merling • 2 months ago

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 11: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on during workouts at Camelback Ranch on February 11, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Video Shows Shohei Ohtani Arriving For Spring Training

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off the eighth World Series title in franchise hist... James Merling • 2 months ago

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 09: Kenley Jansen #74 of the Boston Red Sox reacts in the 9th inning against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 09, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

Los Angeles Angels News

Kenley Jansen Could Make MLB History This Season

The Los Angeles Angels missed the postseason for a 10th straight season after finishin... James Merling • 2 months ago

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 01: Harrison Bader #44 of the New York Mets in action during the third inning against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field on May 01, 2024 in the Queens borough of New York City.

Minnesota Twins News

Harrison Bader Reveals Why He Signed With Twins

The Minnesota Twins missed the postseason in 2024 after finishing with a record of 82-... James Merling • 2 months ago

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 11: Roki Sasaki #11 of the Los Angeles Dodgers throws during workouts at Camelback Ranch on February 11, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Video Shows Roki Sasaki Arriving At Dodgers Camp

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the eighth World Series title in franchise history after f... James Merling • 2 months ago

MLB News

Aaron Boone Gets Honest About Yankees' Leadoff Spot

The 2025 Major League Baseball season is right around the corner as players have start... James Merling • 2 months ago

MLB News

Aaron Boone Sends 2-Word Message To Yankees Fans

The New York Yankees made it back to the postseason in 2024 as they finished the regul... James Merling • 2 months ago

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 01: Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers speaks during the 2024 World Series Celebration Show at Dodger Stadium on November 01, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Clayton Kershaw Makes Decision About His Future

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball for t... James Merling • 2 months ago

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 08: Manager Dave Roberts of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on before Game Three of the Division Series against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on October 08, 2024 in San Diego, California.

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Dave Roberts Has Honest Admission About Dodgers' Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the National League West for the 3rd straight season in 20... James Merling • 6 months ago

Los Angeles Dodgers News

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers May Go With Bullpen Game For Game 2

The Los Angeles Dodgers were able to advance to the National League Championship Serie... James Merling • 6 months ago

Detroit Tigers News

AJ Hinch Gets Honest About Loss To Guardians In Postseason

The Detroit Tigers Cinderella season came to an end in game 5 of the American League D... James Merling • 6 months ago

MLB News

Mets Announce Roster For NLCS

The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Division S... James Merling • 6 months ago