Phoenix will be getting its next coach from 64-win Cleveland, a team that exceeded expectations this regular season (which didn't exactly happen with the Suns).
Which coach from Kenny Atkinson's staff remains to be seen, but the Suns are down to two finalists: Associate head coach Johnnie Bryant and assistant coach Jordan Ott, a story broken by ESPN’s Shams Charania and confirmed by other sources. Both will meet with the Suns' hands-on owner (and decision maker) Mat Ishbia.
Both Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott will meet with owner Mat Ishbia in Michigan tomorrow and a final decision will be made this week.
Ott has been an assistant coach in Atlanta, Brooklyn, and with the Los Angeles Lakers, plus has the advantage of being a former video coordinator with Michigan State (where Ishbia played in college, the Suns are full of guys with Spartan ties. Bryant has been an assistant coach in Utah Jazz and New York.
Whichever man is hired, he will be the fourth Suns coach in the last four seasons. He takes over for Mike Budenhozer, who was fired following a massively disappointing 36-46 finish (the Suns failed to make even the play-in despite one of the highest payrolls in the league). This would be the first head coaching job for either candidate, and both are known for wanting players to show some grit and toughness (something the Suns felt they lacked last season).
Bryant or Ott will take over a roster that looks different from last season's. Phoenix is expected to trade Kevin Durant and, if possible, Bradley Beal, then retool around Devin Booker (while getting under the second tax apron). The new coach will work under new Suns GM Brian Gregory, although Ishbia is hands-on and the ultimate decision-maker. What the Suns need more than just a new coach or general manager is an organizational philosophy and style of play where everyone in the franchise, starting with Ishbia, is on the same page and adheres to that plan for multiple years, acquiring players who fit the style. If the Suns need an example of what that looks like, the Indiana Pacers, who are still playing in the NBA Finals, may be the best example of executing a philosophy in the league right now.
SAN FRANCISCO — A day after helping the Giants clinch their series in Miami, outfielder Luis Matos is headed back to the minors.
The 23-year-old was the one to get optioned when outfielder Jerar Encarnacion was activated from the IL on Monday. Matos hit a three-run homer to lead the way for a struggling lineup on Sunday, but overall, he’s hitting .167 with a .572 OPS.
Jerar Encarnacion is back from IL, Luis Matos was optioned
It has been a disappointing first two months for a player who had a good offseason, but as the Giants pondered their options, what was most important was the immediate future.
With Encarnacion back, the Giants didn’t see a whole lot of at-bats for Matos. They’ll face four right-handed pitchers in this series, with Mike Yastrzemski getting the majority of the time in right, and Encarnacion will see time at first base – both corner outfield spots and designated hitter.
Yastrzemski had a rough May, and manager Bob Melvin admitted that it might cost him some time. But those at-bats will go to Encarnacion, who has missed the entire season with a hand fracture.
“We’ve seen that when he’s getting a lot of at-bats, he’s productive,” Melvin said of Matos on Monday. “(That happened) last year, as well. For younger players to have to sit around for longer periods of time is really difficult. He hit a big home run for us yesterday but it’s been spotty playing time. It’s probably not great for his development. He even said, ‘I need more at-bats.’ It’s not the last you’ll see of Luis Matos.”
Matos was NL Player of the Week at one point early last season, but he went into a deep slump and finished with a .584 OPS, similar to where he’s at this season.
Still, he won an Opening Day job after playing well in Winter Ball and having a good spring. The Giants hoped he could be a platoon partner for Yastrzemski in right, but Matos is hitting just .128 against left-handed pitchers.
The decision leaves both Casey Schmitt and Christian Koss in the big leagues, although the Giants are more comfortable with those two as part-timers.
Schmitt has been able to carve out a role at first base against left-handers, but the Giants now have a big group there. On Monday, Schmitt took grounders with Wilmer Flores, Encarnacion and LaMonte Wade Jr.
The Giants also could have parted ways with Wade, who has a .542 OPS and just one homer, but they’re not quite ready to make that move. His slump goes back to last season, but moving on from Wade would have left the bench without any left-handed options.
The Giants are still hopeful he can find his stride offensively, although the leash is as short as it has ever been.
“We hope he starts to take off here. He hasn’t to this point,” Melvin added. “There’s been some periods where his at-bats have been a lot better and he’s got nothing to show for it, and that can weigh on you for a guy that’s used to being a productive guy and getting on base and kind of doing his thing.
“It’s going to be about performance here. If he starts to take off here he might see more playing time, and if not, you might see Jerar a little bit more.”
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals have called up top prospect Jac Caglianone in the hopes of jump-starting their languishing offense, and the slugging first baseman and outfielder is expected to make his major league debut in St. Louis.
The Royals announced the move during their day off, optioning outfielder Dairon Blanco to Triple-A Omaha.
Caglianone’s promotion comes on the heels of a second straight 1-0 game for Kansas City — it split them with the AL Central rival Tigers — and amid a season in which the Royals have struggled to score runs. They’ve hit a big league-worst 34 homers and have scored 194 runs in all, tied with Pittsburgh ahead of only lowly Colorado.
The 22-year-old Caglianone was the sixth overall pick out of Florida in last year’s amateur draft, when he was considered a two-way player because of his strong left arm. But his future is in the field, where his immense power has the potential to give the long-floundering Kansas City offense the kind of immediate production it has not had in years.
In just 50 games between Double-A and Triple-A this season, Caglianone hit 15 homers with 56 RBIs. He has been hitting .322, and held that average steady even after moving up a level, alleviating some of his swing-and-miss concerns.
Caglianone primarily has played first base, but Vinnie Pasquantino typically holds down that job for Kansas City, and veteran catcher Salvador Perez plays there occasionally when not behind the plate. Pasquantino and Perez also serve as the DH.
The Royals have a pressing need in the outfield, where their hitters are a combined .237 with only seven homers and 46 RBIs in 663 plate appearances. MJ Melendez was optioned to Omaha after his disastrous start to the season, and Hunter Renfroe was hitting .182 before the veteran outfielder was designated for assignment.
The Royals recently called up outfielder John Rave, a fifth-round pick in the 2019 draft, who was hitting .301 with nine homers and 17 steals in 44 games for Omaha. He had two hits in their 1-0 loss to the Tigers.
Despite their struggles at the plate, the Royals are still 31-29 thanks to a pitching staff that has allowed 201 runs, second-fewest in the majors behind the Mets. They open a three-game set in St. Louis, then play three against the White Sox in Chicago, before Caglianone potentially would make his home debut against the Yankees on June 10.
Slowly but surely, the stars of Houston’s 2017 World Series-winning team have scattered about in the years since.
George Springer is in Toronto now, Alex Bregman in Boston and Carlos Correa in Minnesota. Justin Verlander pitches for San Francisco. Jose Altuve and Lance McCullers Jr. are still with the Astros, but it feels like it’s only a matter of time before Houston’s dominance of the AL West comes to an end.
The question is whether anyone else in the division has what it takes to force a changing of the guard.
If it weren’t for Oakland’s division title in the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Houston would have a streak of seven straight AL West championships. Only the Braves, Dodgers and Yankees have had runs that long since divisional play began. But last year, the Astros won just 88 games, their fewest in a full season since 2016. Only the mediocrity of the rest of the division kept them on top.
This year, Houston is 32-27, which puts the Astros on pace to win 88 games again. Nonetheless, they trail first-place Seattle by just a half-game.
The challengers all have their problems. The Athletics had an encouraging start but have lost 17 of their last 18. The Los Angeles Angels look headed to a 10th straight losing season. Texas won it all as a wild card two years ago but has been one of the worst offensive teams in baseball in 2025.
This year, Houston is 32-27, which puts the Astros on pace to win 88 games again. Nonetheless, they trail first-place Seattle by just a half-game.
The challengers all have their problems. The Athletics had an encouraging start but have lost 17 of their last 18. The Los Angeles Angels look headed to a 10th straight losing season. Texas won it all as a wild card two years ago but has been one of the worst offensive teams in baseball in 2025.
Agony of defeat
Boston was swept three straight at Milwaukee, with the last two losses coming in walk-off fashion. Christian Yelich hit a 10th-inning grand slam to beat the Red Sox, and the following day Caleb Durbin ended it with a sacrifice fly.
Boston has lost a major league-high seven games in walk-off fashion — and those games account for over a fifth of their 32 defeats.
Line of the week
Junior Caminero went 4 for 5 with two homers, two doubles, five RBIs and four runs in Tampa Bay’s 16-3 rout of Houston. Even after a loss, the Rays have won nine of their last 12 and are just a half-game behind Minnesota for the American League’s final wild card.
Comeback of the week
Minnesota trailed Seattle 6-3 with two outs in the top of the ninth when Willi Castro hit a two-run homer off closer Andrés Muñoz. Then Byron Buxton singled, stole second and scored on a single by Trevor Larnach.
In the top of the 10th, the Twins scored six runs on their way to a 12-6 victory. Seattle had a win probability of 98.9% in the ninth, according to Baseball Savant.
Muñoz had not allowed an earned run all season. He blew another save against Minnesota but ultimately got the win.
Trivia answer
The Miami Marlins and Colorado Rockies have never won ANY division titles. The other four teams that have never gone back-to-back are:
— San Francisco Giants (NL West titles in 1971, 1987, 1989, 1997, 2000, 2003, 2010, 2012 and 2021)
— New York Mets (NL East titles in 1969, 1973, 1986, 1988, 2006 and 2015)
— Chicago White Sox (AL West titles in 1983 and 1993, AL Central titles in 2000, 2005, 2008 and 2021)
— Seattle Mariners (AL West titles in 1995, 1997 and 2001)
Mitch Marner betting odds for next team officially come out with surprising front runner ahead of the pack
As the NHL offseason storylines intensify, one remains at center stage and that's Mitch Marner, the Toronto Maple Leafs' superstar winger.
After a fabulous 102-point regular season and a playoff run where he tallied 13 points in as many games, Marner's future with Toronto is anything but certain.
With growing concerns about playoff performance in late stage games as well as harsh criticism from the public and local media, it appears Marner's days as a Maple Leaf might be over.
Entering unrestricted free agency this summer, rumors are swirling about where the 28-year-old will land on July 1st or if he will ultimately choose to stay in his hometown of Toronto.
Recent, we explored a set of potential set of odds put together by Covers.com on where Marner will go next. However, FanDuel Sportsbook has released official betting odds for Marner's next team, offering insight into how the hockey world views the Leafs’ star winger's future. Here's a breakdown of the top contenders:
Mitch Marner Next Team Odds (via FanDuel Sportsbook)
Chicago Blackhawks +430
Toronto Maple Leafs +430
Carolina Hurricanes +470
Vegas Golden Knights +500
Anaheim Ducks +750
Los Angeles Kings +850
Florida Panthers +1900
Utah Mammoth +1900
Pittsburgh Penguins +2600
Columbus Blue Jackets +2900
Philadelphia Flyers +3500
New York Islanders +3500
Detroit Red Wings +3500
San Jose Sharks +3500
Tampa Bay Lightning +6000
Ottawa Senators +6000
Winnipeg Jets +6000
All Other Teams +6000
Chicago Blackhawks (+430)
Tied for the shortest odds, the Blackhawks present a compelling case. With rising star Connor Bedard leading the charge, adding Marner could create one of the league's most formidable top lines. Chicago's ample cap space and a fanbase eager for resurgence make this a noteworthy possibility.
Toronto Maple Leafs (+430)
Despite the trade rumors, the Maple Leafs remain in contention to retain Marner. While a last-minute extension hasn't been ruled out, the team's direction and Marner's aspirations will play pivotal roles in this decision.
Carolina Hurricanes (+470)
The Hurricanes, known for their consistent playoff appearances, might view Marner as the missing piece to propel them to a Stanley Cup. His offensive prowess could complement their structured gameplay, potentially ending their Stanley Cup Finals drought.
Vegas Golden Knights (+500)
Vegas has a history of making bold moves to enhance their roster. Marner's addition could bolster their offensive depth, aligning with their win-now mentality plus the move has already been discussed according to insider reports from last summer.
In the midst of a rebuild, the Ducks are accumulating young talent. Marner's experience and skill could provide leadership and elevate the play of emerging stars like Trevor Zegras and Leo Carlsson. General Manager Pat Verbeek has been vocal about wanting his squad to make the playoffs next season and would love to make an add to ensure that, making Marner the perfect for in mind.
Los Angeles Kings (+850)
The Kings are transitioning into a competitive phase, blending veteran presence with youthful energy. Marner could be the catalyst to team continuing to build and try to get past the defending Western Conference Champion Edmonton Oilers.
Florida Panthers (+1900)
Heading into their third straight Stanley Cup Final, the Panthers might seek to add Marner to maintain their momentum. His versatility could fit seamlessly into their dynamic offensive schemes. The team is going to lose some key pieces this offseason and could add new ones back in with Marner.
Utah Mammoth (+1900)
As the NHL's newest franchise, the Mammoth are poised to make a significant splash. Securing a marquee player like Marner would instantly elevate their profile and competitiveness plus seems like a move team owner Ryan Smith is known for considering his aggressive nature with his NBA team, the Denver Nuggets.
Pittsburgh Penguins (+2600)
With Sidney Crosby's career winding down, the Penguins might aim to maximize their current window. Marner's addition could rejuvenate their offensive core and provide a bridge to the next generation.
The Blue Jackets are in search of a game-changer to revitalize their franchise. Marner's skill set could be the cornerstone of their rebuilding efforts.
Philadelphia Flyers (+3500)
Undergoing a transformation, the Flyers could view Marner as a foundational piece to expedite their return to contention. His playmaking abilities would be a boon to their evolving roster.
New York Islanders (+3500)
The Islanders, known for their defensive structure, might benefit from Marner's offensive flair. His presence could provide the scoring punch they've been seeking.
Detroit Red Wings (+3500)
Under Steve Yzerman's guidance, the Red Wings are assembling a promising squad. Marner could be the veteran leader to guide their young talents into a new era of success.
In a phase of rebuilding, the Sharks might see Marner as a player to build around, accelerating their return to playoff contention.
Tampa Bay Lightning (+6000)
With a history of success, the Lightning could consider Marner to maintain their competitive edge, especially as they manage aging core players.
Ottawa Senators (+6000)
The Senators are cultivating a young, energetic team. Adding Marner could provide the experience and skill to guide their ascent in the standings.
Winnipeg Jets (+6000)
The Jets might explore acquiring Marner to bolster their offensive depth and support their existing stars in a bid for deeper playoff runs.
🌐 All Other Teams (+6000)
While not front-runners, other NHL teams remain in the mix, potentially offering unique opportunities or packages that could appeal to Marner and the Maple Leafs.
When the Chicago Blackhawks took on the Pittsburgh Penguins on April 11th, 2023, nobody expected it to have an impact on NHL history the way that it did. Entering the game, the Pittsburgh Penguins needed to beat the Blackhawks, one of the basement teams in the league, to secure a postseason berth for the 17th year in a row.
After a scoreless first period, the Chicago Blackhawks took a 1-0 lead in the second thanks to a goal scored by Connor Murphy. They took that lead into the second intermission.
In the final frame, the course of history took a turn. After Evgeni Malkin tied it up 5:28 into the third, the Penguins looked like they had the momentum they needed to pull it off.
That was until 10:22, when Buddy Robinson put Chicago ahead for good with his first goal in a Blackhawks sweater. A handful of empty netters and meaningless goals followed for both sides, but it was Robinsin’s goal that allowed the Blackhawks to secure a victory.
Not only did this goal keep the Penguins from making it to the playoffs, ending their streak at 16 years, but many teams were also impacted (both good and bad).
For one, the Florida Panthers are the team that took that final playoff spot. One year after winning the President’s Trophy, they struggled with consistency but snuck in thanks to the Penguins’ loss.
Florida rode the wave to the Stanley Cup Final. They were defeated by the Vegas Golden Knights, but it was the start of something special. They got back to the Final again in 2023-24 and won the Cup for the first time in franchise history. Now, they are looking to repeat with a berth in the final again in 2024-25.
If they don’t sneak in thanks to the Buddy Robinson goal in 2022-23, they might overreact and make moves that don’t allow them to do what they’ve done since.
On the playoff run that the Panthers had as a result of getting in over the Penguins, they ended the Boston Bruins’ season, which saw them have the best record in the history of the NHL. In the second round, they defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs, who then fired almost their entire front office.
Even the Montreal Canadiens were impacted as they missed out on a lottery pick that they would have received as a result of a trade.
As for the Chicago Blackhawks themselves, earning those two points in the win seemed like a detriment to their lottery odds at the time, but they ended up winning it anyway. If they weren’t the third-worst team in the NHL, they likely wouldn’t win the lottery and the right to select Connor Bedard.
All of these dominoes fell the way they did because of Buddy Robinson scoring his only goal with the Chicago Blackhawks. One goal scored by a journeyman on his way out of the league changed history for a lot of teams.
The San Jose Sharks will be looking to bolster their roster this offseason, and while they have some solid options heading toward free agency, one of those options is now off the board.
Yanni Gourde, who is 33 years old, signed a six-year extension with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday (June 2) that has a $2.33 million average annual value. This season, he scored seven goals and added 24 assists for 31 points through 57 games, which comes out to a 0.54 points-per-game average.
The Sharks likely would have considered adding him if he hit the open market this summer, but after the recent news, they won't have a chance to sign him.
It's Monday, June 2, and the Brewers (32-28) are in Cincinnati to take on the Reds (29-31). Aaron Civale is slated to take the mound for Milwaukee against Brady Singer for Cincinnati.
The Brewers have been on a roll. They are coming off a series sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies and have won seven games in a row. Despite their hot streak, they are still 5.5 games behind the Chicago Cubs.
The Reds, who are three games behind the Brewers in the NL East, need to get some momentum going. They have won just four of their last 10 games.
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Moneyline: Brewers (+102), Reds (-122)
Spread: Reds -1.5
Total: 9.0 runs
Probable starting pitchers for Brewers at Reds
Pitching matchup for June 2, 2025: Aaron Civale vs. Brady Singer
Brewers: Aaron Civale, (0-1, 6.00 ERA) Last outing (Boston Red Sox, 5/27): 5.0 Innings Pitched, 1 Earned Runs Allowed, 3 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 4 Strikeouts
Reds: Brady Singer, (6-3, 4.60 ERA) Last outing (Kansas City Royals, 5/27): Innings Pitched, Earned Runs Allowed, Hits Allowed, Walks, and Strikeouts
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SEATTLE — Just before Big Dumper put a thump into a soaring flyball, a smattering of “MVP! MVP!” chants broke out from behind home plate.
Given the way Cal Raleigh’s season has started, perhaps the Mariners’ catcher is wholly deserving of such high praise. With a solo shot during Seattle’s latest victory, 2-1 over the Minnesota Twins, Raleigh upped his total to a major league-leading 23 home runs.
“He’s having an excellent season, not only offensively but also defensively,” teammate Randy Arozarena said, with bench coach Manny Acta translating. “What he’s doing right now, it’s great because he’s carrying our offense pretty much.”
That’s no exaggeration on Arozarena’s part. And what Raleigh is doing is also unprecedented.
The 28-year-old backstop from North Carolina with the funny nickname became the first catcher in major league history to reach 20 home runs before the end of May. His 22 home runs entering June tied for the second-most in Mariners history behind only Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr., who had 24 in 1997.
“He just continues to grow and mature in this game,” said Mariners manager Dan Wilson, a former catcher who was on that Seattle team in 1997. “And the pace that he’s on right now with home runs — and he’s not just hitting home runs, he’s still just hitting the ball hard.
“You add that to what he does behind the plate in a game like this — whew, he’s a real special player and he’s doing it all right now.”
According to Baseball Savant, Raleigh ranks eighth among big league catchers in Fielding Run Value.
He also has more home runs than Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge. So it’s no wonder Raleigh has already been worth 3.3 Wins Above Replacement, per baseball-reference.com, less than 60 games into the season for the AL West-leading Mariners (32-26).
“I just wish that he continues to stay healthy and (has) a very long career,” Seattle pitcher Luis Castillo said, with Acta translating. “Because it’s a lot of fun right now.”
Salvador Perez of the Kansas City Royals holds the big league record for home runs in a season by a catcher with 48 in 2021. Raleigh is on pace for 64 this year, which would break the American League mark of 62 set by Judge in 2022.
Sure, there’s still a long way to go in 2025.
But, awfully impressive numbers for someone playing such a demanding and taxing position, where offense is often considered a luxury rather than a requirement.
“Sometimes it’s not playing harder, it’s playing smarter,” said Wilson, a major league catcher for 14 years. “And he continues to play smart baseball whether it’s behind the plate or at the bat. He’s coming up huge for us all over the place.”
LOS ANGELES — Ryan Yarbrough picked up a dazzling World Series ring from his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers last season. Then he went out and beat them.
The New York Yankees starter pitched one-run ball over six innings, struck out a season-high five and blanked the Dodgers’ top four hitters in a 7-3 win.
“I feel like I’m in a really good place right now and really trying to continue that,” Yarbrough said. “I’m having a lot of fun.”
The 33-year-old left-hander made 44 relief appearances between the Dodgers and Blue Jays last season. The Dodgers designated him for assignment on July 29 and the next day traded him to Toronto.
So even though he wasn’t around for their World Series victory over the Yankees last fall, Yarbrough earned a ring. He accepted it from Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes behind home plate during batting practice.
“Trying to keep that a little discreet, especially with where we’re at now, but kind of cool to be able to get that,” Yarbrough said.
He signed a one-year, $2 million deal with New York in March and is 3-0 with a 2.83 ERA this season.
Making his first career start against the Dodgers, Yarbrough recorded 17 swings-and-misses — including seven with his sweeper.
The top four hitters in Los Angeles’ lineup had produced at least one hit in every game this season. That is, until Shohei Ohtani, Teoscar Hernández, Freddie Freeman and Will Smith combined to go 0 for 14 in the series finale against Yarbrough and the Yankees.
New York manager Aaron Boone has called Yarbrough a throwback, noting his 6-foot-5 frame creates a “funky” angle for hitters.
“He’s got a lot of ways to get you out. Just when you think he’s slowing you down, slowing you down, he’s able to speed you up enough,” Boone said. “It feels like it’s hard to get a bead on him.”
It certainly was for Ohtani. He struck out on five pitches ranging from 70-86 mph in the first inning, when Yarbrough retired the side in order. Later, he set down 13 of 15 batters before exiting.
“He’s not going to light up the radar gun, but all his pitches feel like they get on you,” teammate DJ LeMahieu said. “His fastballs look like they get on you and his off-speed looks extra slow. He’s got good stuff and he knows what he’s doing out there.”
Yarbrough conceded his familiarity with his ex-teammates helped, too.
“It was just a matter of execution and keeping them off balance and not putting them in counts where they can really hunt for certain pitches,” he said.
It was also a big night for LeMahieu, who had his first four-hit game since 2021. He drove in two runs and raised his batting average to .239.
The second baseman had three singles and a double on a night when Aaron Judge was the only Yankees player without a hit.
“I feel good. Good to get some results,” LeMahieu said.
LOS ANGELES — Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez jammed his left thumb on a stolen base and was removed from a 7-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
New York closer Luke Weaver wasn’t able to pitch at all because of a sore hamstring.
Domínguez walked and swiped second with a headfirst slide in the fifth inning. He came around to score on DJ LeMahieu’s one-out single, but was lifted for a pinch hitter in the sixth.
“He couldn’t really swing,” manager Aaron Boone said. “It was (serious) enough for him to come out of the game.”
The 22-year-old rookie left fielder was expected to have tests in New York.
Boone initially planned to use Weaver in the ninth with the Yankees ahead 7-3.
“He had finished warming up and then when he went to stretch felt something in the middle of his hammy, so we had to kind of make a switch on the fly,” Boone said. “Hoping it’s not too serious.”
Tim Hill retired the side in order in the ninth as the Yankees avoided getting swept in a series for the first time this season.
It's Monday, June 2, and the Angels (26-32) are in Boston to take on the Red Sox (29-32). Tyler Anderson is slated to take the mound for Los Angeles against Richard Fitts for Boston.
Yesterday, the Red Sox picked up the win against the Atlanta Braves. It was a game that saw all of the action in the first inning. The Red Sox took a 3-1 lead into the second inning and held on to win 3-1.
Garrett Crochet was phenomenal. He struck out 12 batters in 7.0 innings and only gave up one run on five hits.
The Angels lost 4-2 yesterday against the Cleveland Guardians. After dropping the series to the Guardians, the Angels have now lost three series in a row.
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Date: Monday, June 2, 2025
Time: 7:10PM EST
Site: Fenway Park
City: Boston, MA
Network/Streaming: NESN, FanDuel Sports Network West
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Moneyline: Angels (+127), Red Sox (-152)
Spread: Red Sox -1.5
Total: 9.0 runs
Probable starting pitchers for Angels at Red Sox
Pitching matchup for June 2, 2025: Tyler Anderson vs. Richard Fitts
Angels: Tyler Anderson, (2-2, 3.39 ERA) Last outing (New York Yankess, 5/27): 6.0 Innings Pitched, 1 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 3 Strikeouts
Red Sox: Richard Fitts, (0-2, 2.70 ERA) Last outing (Milwaukee Brewers, 5/27): 3.0 Innings Pitched, 0 Earned Runs Allowed, 2 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 2 Strikeouts
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The Angels have lost 4 of their last 5 games
Each of the Angels' last 3 road games with the Red Sox have stayed under the Total
The total has gone under in 3 of their last 10 Red Sox games
The total has gone under in 3 of their last 10 Angels games
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Monday's game between the Angels and the Red Sox:
Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Boston Red Sox on the Moneyline.
Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Los Angeles Angels at +1.5.
Total: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the under on the Game Total of 9.0.
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Boston Red Sox right-hander Richard Fitts will look to snap a historic losing streak when he takes the mound for Monday’s series opener against the Los Angeles Angels.
Fitts, who made his MLB debut last September, has posted an impressive 2.21 ERA over his first eight career starts (40.2 innings). Unfortunately for him, the rest of the club hasn’t held up its end of the bargain.
According to WEEI’s Joe Weil, Fitts is the first pitcher in MLB history to have an ERA under 3.00 with his team going 0-8 through his first eight career starts since ERA became an official stat in 1913.
Richard Fitts is due for a Sox win (hopefully tonight!).
2.21 ERA in 40.2 IP, but somehow the 1st pitcher in MLB history to post an ERA below 3.00 with his team going 0-8 through his first 8 career starts since ERA became official in 1913 (per Elias).
Five of Boston’s eight losses in Fitts’ starts have either been decided by one run or extra innings.
Looking beyond the losses, Fitts has been a bright spot for the underwhelming Red Sox rotation. The 25-year-old has a 2.70 ERA through four starts this season. He tossed three scoreless innings in his return from the injured list last Tuesday in Milwaukee. (Boston lost 5-1.)
The Red Sox acquired Fitts and reliever Greg Weissert in their 2023 trade with the New York Yankees in exchange for outfielder Alex Verdugo. The deal was a win for Boston as Verdugo struggled in his lone season in the Bronx, then departed in free agency for the Atlanta Braves.
Fitts’ first pitch for Monday’s game at Fenway Park is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET.
It's Monday, June 2, and the Rockies (9-50) are in Miami to take on the Marlins (23-34). Germán Márquez is slated to take the mound for Colorado against Max Meyer for Miami.
After a 5-3 loss yesterday against the Mets, the Rockies have now lost eight games in a row. Their last win was a 3-2 win back on May 23rd. The Rockies' 9-50 start is the worst start in the modern era.
The Marlins are hoping to cash in on the misfortunes of the Rockies and pick up a series win. They are last in the NL East and have won just four of their last six games.
Let's dive into the matchup and find a sweat or two.
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Odds for the Rockies at the Marlins
The latest odds as of Monday:
Moneyline: Rockies (+164), Marlins (-197)
Spread: Marlins -1.5
Total: 8.0 runs
Probable starting pitchers for Rockies at Marlins
Pitching matchup for June 2, 2025: Germán Márquez vs. Max Meyer
Rockies: Germán Márquez, (1-7, 7.13 ERA) Last outing (Chicago Cubs, 5/27): 6.0 Innings Pitched, 2 Earned Runs Allowed, 7 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 6 Strikeouts
Marlins: Max Meyer, (3-4, 4.53 ERA) Last outing (San Deigo Padres, 5/27): 3.1 Innings Pitched, 4 Earned Runs Allowed, 7 Hits Allowed, 2 Walks, and 0 Strikeouts
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Top betting trends & insights to know ahead of Rockies at Marlins
The Marlins have won 4 straight home games against the Rockies
The Marlins pitcher Max Meyer has an ERA of 3.86 in his last 5 home starts on the mound
With Max Meyer opening the Marlins are up 1.58 units on the Run Line at loanDepot park in 2025
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for Monday's game between the Rockies and the Marlins:
Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is recommending a play on the Miami Marlins on the Moneyline.
Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Colorado Rockies at +1.5.
Total: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Game Total of 8.0.
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