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MLB Cy Young Race: Braves Target Tigers’ Skubal at Deadline

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos confirmed on May 31 that the club is actively scouting Detroit for a starter to solidify a rotation that still feels thin after two months of play. The target is two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, whose $32 million contract could be on the market if the Tigers decide […]

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Cristopher Sanchez’s Scoreless Streak Propels 2026 Cy Young Run

Philadelphia left‑hander Cristopher Sanchez stretched his franchise‑record scoreless streak to 44 2/3 innings on Wednesday, tightening his claim for the 2026 National League Cy Young Award. The run, which began in early May, has transformed Sanchez from a reliable rotation piece into the most dominant force in the National League. This historic stretch of efficiency has […]

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Paul Skenes Eyes Back-to-Back Cy Young as Pirates Push Playoffs

May 27, 2026 — Pittsburgh’s right‑hander Paul Skenes entered his third major‑league season still in the conversation for a back‑to‑back National League Cy Young Award, even as recent outings nudged his ERA to a modest 3.00. The 24‑year‑old logged a pair of starts that produced nine runs, yet his underlying peripherals keep him in the […]

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Cristopher Sanchez Leads Phillies Toward Cy Young Glory 2026

Philadelphia Phillies left‑hander Cristopher Sanchez has cemented his place as the National League’s premier pitcher, posting a league‑best 1.62 ERA as of May 27, 2026, and emerging as the odds‑on favorite for the Cy Young Award. The 27‑year‑old’s scoreless streak and masterful command of his sinker‑changeup combo have electrified a Phillies club hungry for postseason […]

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Zack Wheeler Joins MLB Cy Young Race After Dominant Shutout

Zack Wheeler delivered a masterful 3-0 shutout on May 24, catapulting him back into the MLB Cy Young Race as the Phillies head into the final stretch. The win, anchored by Bryson Stott’s RBI single, marked Wheeler’s fourth victory and gave him a 2.47 ERA, the lowest among qualified NL starters. This wasn’t just another […]

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MLB Cy Young Race Heats Up as Pitchers Vie for Early 2026 Lead

April 23, 2026 — Pitchers across the majors are already jockeying for position in the 2026 MLB Cy Young Race, with several surprise names posting sub‑1.00 ERAs in the first two weeks. The early surge sets a tone for a season that could rewrite recent award trends. Analysts note that a blend of veteran consistency and breakout […]

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