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Morning Briefing: Francisco Lindor Wont Play in WBC

Mets

Good morning, Mets fans! The Major League Baseball Players Association announced that Francisco Lindor will not play in the World Baseball Classic. Lindor had a small cleanup procedure on his right…

01/31/26 - 6:10am | Source: Mets Merized Online
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Justin Verlanders insight into 2025 free agency will enrage Tigers fans

Tigers

Justin Verlander wanted to return to the Tigers in 2025, and the team essentially told him, "No, thanks."

01/31/26 - 6:08am | Source: Motor City Bengals
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Its starting to feel like the Astros overplayed their hand with top trade chips

Astros

The Houston Astros may have to face down the reality that they may have held on to Isaac Paredes and Jake Meyers for too long.

01/31/26 - 6:05am | Source: Climbing Tal's Hill
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5 Cardinals entering make-or-break seasons in 2026

Cardinals

Lars Nootbaar, Jordan Walker, Nolan Gorman, Andre Pallante, and Ryan Fernandez are all entering the 2026 season for the St. Louis Cardinals in make-it-or-break-it fashion.

01/31/26 - 6:02am | Source: Redbird Rants
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Brewers rumors: Freddy Peralta wasnt only Brewers pitcher Mets wanted this offseason

Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers traded Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets earlier this offseason, though they reportedly rebuffed any advances on relievers Abner Uribe and Trevor Megill.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Reviewing The Brew
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This overlooked prospect seems poised for a Spring Training breakout

Blue Jays

Headed into 2026, all signs point to R.J Schreck as being the next prospect poised to breakout in Spring Training. The 25-year-old climbed four minor league levels last year in the Blue Jays' system.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Jays Journal
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5 Cubs players that could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Cubs

The Chicago Cubs showed the world their depth in 2025, and these five players stand out as candidates to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Cubbies Crib
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State agency whistleblowers say fraud concerns were ignored for years

Twins

Staff members at the Minnesota Department of Human Services say theyve faced retaliation for bringing up red flags, long before social services fraud in Minnesota became national news.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Twins Insider
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2 fate-sealing moves Derek Falvey made for Twins, 2 that deserve credit

Twins

Here are two moves that likely led to Derek Falvey parting ways with the Twins, and two moves Falvey made for Minnesota that deserve praise.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Puckett's Pond
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No humanity: Detainees describe conditions inside Whipple Federal Building

Twins

Immigration sweep brings overcrowded rooms and overflowing toilets. Lawyers say they cant visit their clients. The Department of Homeland Security says all detainees receive full due process.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Twins Insider
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With agents on their streets, Twin Cities suburbs scramble with little information from ICE

Twins

Mayors from suburbs of various political stripes say they are struggling to keep up with immigration enforcement in their communities.

01/31/26 - 6:00am | Source: Twins Insider
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Orioles insider makes it clear that 2025 breakout could still miss Opening Day roster

Orioles

Jeremiah Jackson was a breakout star for the Baltimore Orioles in 2025, but without a stellar spring, he might not make the opening day roster, according to a team insider.

01/31/26 - 5:07am | Source: Birds Watcher
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Blue Jays prospect hoping to outrun the Billy Hamilton comparisons

Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays top prospect Jake Cook hopes to be more than just a speedster when he eventually arrives in MLB.

01/31/26 - 5:00am | Source: Jays Journal
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Mike & Molly star Billy Gardell performs in Burnsville after 170-pound weight loss

Twins

The sitcom veteran opens up about his unexpected return to stand-up comedy.

01/31/26 - 5:00am | Source: Twins Insider
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Phillies sign Mariners Gold Glove utilityman to deepen spring training bench battle

Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are in agreement with former Seattle Mariners super utilityman Dylan Moore on a minor league deal with an invite to spring training, adding more depth to the upcoming bench…

01/31/26 - 5:00am | Source: That Balls Outta Here
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NY Mets rumors about other Brewers trade targets reveal feelings about the bullpen

Mets

Recent New York Mets rumors involving other Milwaukee Brewers trade targets reveal a lot about their feelings on the current bullpen.

01/31/26 - 5:00am | Source: Rising Apple
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Reds cannot ignore rare opportunity created by Yankees offseason shakeup

Reds

The New York Yankees' outfield picture is completely crowded, meaning the Cincinnati Reds could take advantage of their logjam in a trade.

01/31/26 - 5:00am | Source: Blog Red Machine
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Gophers mens basketball coach Niko Medved gets daily perspective from familys journey

Twins

Medveds father, Miro, raised him after a 4,700-mile journey from the former Yugoslavia to Minnesota.

01/31/26 - 4:55am | Source: Twins Insider
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FC Barcelona vs. Elche CF Prediction, Picks, Live Odds Jan. 31

Cubs

FC Barcelona plays at Elche CF on Saturday, the second league matchup between these clubs this season. Barcelona won the first meeting, 3-1. We provide our prediction for this matchup in the article…

01/31/26 - 4:28am | Source: Bleacher Nation
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AS Monaco vs. Stade Rennes Prediction, Picks, Live Odds Jan. 31

Cubs

AS Monaco, currently 10th in Ligue 1, hosts sixth-place Stade Rennes on Saturday, in a matchup of top-half clubs. Below, you can find our prediction for this contest.…

01/31/26 - 4:28am | Source: Bleacher Nation
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