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Jacob Mountz

Jacob Mountz is an avid baseball enthusiast and New York Yankee fanatic. He currently writes for Yardbarker and FanSided, covering his favorite sport. His experience includes writing for the House That Hank Built, covering the Atlanta Braves. Jacob thoroughly enjoys Aaron Judge's homers and cheeseburgers of all sizes.

Yankees need to do something about unbelievable minor league pitcher

For some reason, the Yankees seem hesitant to give him a chance.

Top Cubs prospect is becoming the anchor their rotation needs

It took a little over a month before the Chicago Cubs were confronted with a pitching staff crisis.

Why Devin Williams needs to remain Yankees' setup man, not their closer

Over the offseason, the New York Yankees traded for a lockdown closer. However, what they got was far from what they expected.

What can we expect from Justin Verlander at this point in his career?

Before landing on the IL, Verlander was pitching to a 4.33 ERA with 41 strikeouts in 52 innings pitched.

Three trade candidates for the rebuilding Nationals

The Washington Nationals are in the midst of another rebuilding year.

Braves should take flier on resurgent Rangers arm following AJ Smith-Shawver injury

Replacing AJ Smith-Shawver won’t be easy, but there are a few intriguing rentals on the market that the Braves can look into.

Phillies' decision to cast off struggling player is looking very bad

Kody Clemens, son of seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens, had been mired in an endless struggle since his debut with the Detroit Tigers in 2022.

Yankees should target this surging third baseman

The New York Yankees’ third base dilemma has become unsightly in recent weeks.

Bobby Witt Jr. vs. Jacob Wilson: Stage is set for MLB All-Star roster showdown

Should they continue on their trajectories, this roster battle will be a story to keep an eye on.

Two MLB April callups thriving in the majors, two that are struggling

The month of April brought baseball fans a few highly anticipated prospects with sky-high potential. While some of these recent call-ups are off to a strong start, others haven’t quite lived up to their potential as of yet.

Dodgers’ dynamic rookie is quickly upending NL Rookie of the Year race

Somewhat lost in Shohei Ohtani’s shadow is another name that could one day dominate the headlines and one that now has a legitimate shot at bringing home the NL Rookie of the Year award.

Endless slump puts $140M Red Sox slugger's future in question

Beyond 2025, Story’s future is a little more uncertain.

Phillies' soaring prospect could soon disrupt the roster

If given the chance, and should his minor league success seamlessly translate to the majors, he may be able to force one of the Phillies' slumping veterans out of the lineup.

Three Yankees prospects who look ready to make the jump

A look at three prospects who could look ready to contribute at the Major League level.

Yankees’ emerging pitcher looks like the solution to rotation issue

New York’s starting rotation has been a problem this season, but minor-league hurler Allan Winans has shown he can help solve it.

Underrated Angels arm should draw interest from pitching-needy teams

This season, the 26-year-old righty is pitching to a 3.83 ERA through 40 innings on the season.

Cubs on the verge of losing significant trade acquisition

Over the offseason, the Chicago Cubs made a rather risky decision, sending one of their former top prospects to the Miami Marlins for Vidal Brujan. 

Top Cubs prospect would make excellent trade bait to improve pitching

The Chicago Cubs’ No. 4 prospect (No. 65 in the MLB), Moises Ballesteros, who won the club’s Minor League Player of the Year award for the last two seasons, is on a historic pace in Triple-A this season. 

Why the Mets should be wary of Clay Holmes' great start

Before Opening Day, the New York Mets’ starting rotation was a key area of concern.

Dodgers snatch potential impact arm from Yankees

On Friday, the Dodgers announced they’ve acquired relief pitcher Yoendrys Gomez from the Yankees.

Re-evaluating the Yankees' Devin Williams trade one month into the season

The Yankees’ trade for Devin Williams felt like one that was a long time coming.

Top Cubs prospect is scorching but here's why he probably won't be promoted

This season, the Chicago Cubs have one of the most vibrant farm systems in baseball, but of their many bright spots, one talented bat is stealing the show.

Cubs' Matt Mervis trade is already looking very bad

It seems the Cubs are already losing the trade.

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