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Nick Pollack and Eric Samulski discuss changes to The List, the Top 100 Starting Pitchers for 2024 fantasy baseball, updated weekly at PitcherList.com. Adam resides in Indianapolis after spending the better part of a decade in Oakland, CA and growing up in Massachusetts. He co-hosts the On The Wire podcast with Kevin Hasting, analyzing your weekly FAAB options before your bid deadlines every Sunday.

OTC 479 – Take Me Out

When you watch a left-handed pitcher who throws in the low-to-mid-90s with a changeup and a slider you probably assume he’s a pitchability type of guy. Then you go and look at his metrics, and his walk rate, and you’re likely to come away with the same conclusion. This, however, is not what DJ Herz is. No, Herz pitches like a high-leverage reliever with unflinching confidence in his stuff and its ability to get the job done. It feels a little strange to call someone with his arsenal a “power pitcher”, but by his results, he fits the description.

On DJ Herz’ Potential, And The Importance Of A Good Foundation

Philadelphia, PA

FanSided

It's been a familiar scene this season for the Philadelphia Phillies: A player running the bases pulls up lame and grabs the back of their leg. The most recent Phillie to repeat the always-concerning performance is newcomer Austin Hays. The outfielder pulled up just steps out of the batter's box during the third inning of Wednesday's tilt with the Los Angeles Dodger before gingerly making his way down the first base line and straight to the clubhouse.

Phillies get best possible Austin Hays injury news at the worst time

There are a few new names on the list this week, but two of the more interesting ones are Ryan Walker and Justin Martinez. With 24.5% K-BB and 32.6% CSW rates, as well as a 2.60 SIERA on the season, Walker as a full time closer might be a top 5 closing option right now. He is the Giants closer for now, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility Doval returns in a few weeks and gets a chance to take his job back. For now, Walker is worth the add in almost all formats as long as he is the teams closer.

Closing Time 8/13: Ranking the Top 30 Closers Every Tuesday

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

The Philadelphia Phillies should bench infielder Bryson Stott. The team should sit Stott for the next series or two. While the team has not been great since the All-Star break, Stott has been bad. Since the All-Star break, Stott has a .222/.234/.333 line with two home runs and three RBI. Stott has one stolen base since the All-Star break. In August, Stott has a .097/.097/.222 line with one home run and two RBI. Since the start of August, Stott has a -21 wRC+ and a .077 BABIP in 31 plate appearances. Since the All-Star break, Stott has a 54 wRC+ and a .226 BABIP in 64 plate appearances.

Phillies Should Bench Infielder

Baltimore, MD

Fastball On SI

Since being re-called recently, Baltimore Orioles youngster Jackson Holliday has been on fire.

Baltimore Orioles' Jackson Holliday Joins Toronto Blue Jays Star in Recent History

Los Angeles, CA

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Long Beach, CA

L.A. TACO

Hey, NBC. Real Angelinos can tell Long Beach and Venice Beach are apart. Even though Los Angeles’ hosting of the 2028 Olympics was established in 2017 , news networks and media outlets proved yesterday that they still can’t tell the difference between two notable seaside cities in Los Angeles.

Five Ways L.A. Locals Knew Right Away That the Olympics Closing Ceremony Was Filmed in Long Beach, Not Venice

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

Los Angeles County, CA

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

Bronx, NY

The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — Giancarlo Stanton hit a three-run homer after Aaron Judge was intentionally walked in the fifth inning, Juan Soto went deep twice, Judge hit his MLB-best 42nd homer and the New York Yankees hung on for an 8-7 victory over the Texas Rangers on Sunday. Judge...

Stanton, Soto, Judge homer as Yankees hang on for 8-7 win over Rangers

Saint Petersburg, FL

The Tampa Bay Rays recalled infielder Junior Caminero, the organization's top prospect, they announced Tuesday. Infielder Curtis Mead was optioned to Triple-A Durham in a corresponding move. Caminero is the second-ranked prospect on MLB Pipeline's top 100. Caminero, a 21-year-old third baseman, slashed .276/.331/.498 with 13 home runs at Triple-A...

Rays call up MLB's No. 2 prospect Caminero

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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(MA) Get ready to meet an adorable pup that could possibly be mistaken for a fluffy cloud with legs. Princeton Linus is a 4-year-old Great Pyrenees and Newfoundland mix pup who came into Great Dog Rescue New England's care for unspecified reasons. This gentle giant can protect your house and keep your bed warm, all while filling your heart with love! The only thing left for you to do is fill out an application!

This Local Gentle Giant Pup Is Looking For Love

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

For a second time this season, Craig Kimbrel has lost his role as the Baltimore Orioles‘ go-to closer. The future Hall of Famer is in a slump on the mound and it’s costing his team. Kimbrel talked with reporters after giving up a winning RBI sacrifice fly to...

Orioles’ Craig Kimbrel Responds After Loss to Rays

CBS Philly

Jake Burger homered in the fourth straight game, Valente Bellozo gave up four hits in seven innings and the 75-loss Miami Marlins kept the Philadelphia Phillies in a summer swoon that cost them the best record in baseball with a 5-0 victory on Tuesday night.After spending much of the first three months of the season as the winningest team in baseball, the Phillies' brutal stretch since June has raised serious concerns headed into the stretch run about a serious shot at winning a World Series championship.Taijuan Walker (3-4) allowed three runs and walked three over four innings in his first...

Brutal stretch continues for Philadelphia Phillies in loss to Miami Marlins

Phoenix, AZ

PHOENIX (AP) — Merrill Kelly pitched five solid innings in his return from a shoulder injury, Jake McCarthy had three hits and four RBIs, and the Arizona Diamondbacks stayed hot with a 12-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. The D-backs won their eighth straight series, taking three...

Merrill Kelly strong in return to mound, D-backs stay hot with 12-5 win over the Phillies

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CT 21 – Has It Finally Clicked for Victor Robles?

Hosts Trevor Hooth and Nate Kosher bring insight and analysis of the prospects/rookies you need to know about this year to make...

CT 21 – Has It Finally Clicked for Victor Robles?

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