Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images Justin Verlander vs. Johan Oviedo The San Francisco Giants head to Pennsylvania today to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game series. Taking the mound for the Giants will be right-hander Justin Verlander, who enters today’s game with a 4.53 ERA, 4.29 FIP, with 77 strikeouts to 34 walks in 89.1 innings pitched. His … [Read more...] about 8/4 Gamethread: Giants @ Pirates
Archives for February 2026
NHL Predictions: January 27th, San Jose Sharks at Vancouver Canucks
Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Vancouver Canucks taking on the San Jose Sharks. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: January 27th, San Jose Sharks at Vancouver Canucks
Top MLB International Signees for the 2026 Class
The international signing period for MLB officially opened this week. Now, players from around the world can sign their first professional contract and pursue their passion. While this can be an exciting time for teams to get their next big stars, these MLB international signees are a long way away from making their debuts, unlike college prospects. These players range in age … [Read more...] about Top MLB International Signees for the 2026 Class
Chris Bassitt Is Still a Free Agent — Why the Underrated Veteran Starter Is a Perfect Fit for MLB Contenders
One of the biggest quiet surprises of the MLB offseason is that Chris Bassitt is still a free agent. In today’s game, reliable starting pitching is harder to find than ever. Teams chase velocity, youth, and upside. Meanwhile, a pitcher who has spent a decade proving he can take the ball, eat innings, and compete in big moments remains available. Bassitt’s career tells the … [Read more...] about Chris Bassitt Is Still a Free Agent — Why the Underrated Veteran Starter Is a Perfect Fit for MLB Contenders
2026 Cy Young Candidates Who Could Shock MLB
The 2026 MLB season is around the corner, and while everyone’s talking about the usual favorites for the Cy Young, Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes, a group of under-the-radar pitchers could quietly dominate the voting. These dark horses might not all be household names yet — but by the end of the season, they could steal the spotlight. Here are the top dark horse candidates for … [Read more...] about 2026 Cy Young Candidates Who Could Shock MLB