REVEALED: 4 - The Real Truth

Why AJ Hinch Still Got Suspended by MLB Despite Denouncing Framber Valdez’s Actions

Hinch will serve a one-game suspension, while Valdez is set to miss six games.

Sports Illustrated · May 6

How Buster Posey Built the Giants’ Worst Start in Franchise History

The San Franciso exec’s fingerprints are all over the team's brutal start to the 2026 season.

Sports Illustrated · May 6

Even A.J. Hinch Found It Difficult to Give Framber Valdez the Benefit of the Doubt

Hinch had a telling reaction to Valdez plunking Story, which led to the benches clearing and the pitcher's ultimate ejection from the game vs. the Red Sox.

Sports Illustrated · May 6

Why Phillies Executive Dave Dombrowski Decided It Was Time to Fire Manager Rob Thomson

Dombrowski also addressed the rumors about him offering the position to recently fired Red Sox manager Alex Cora.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Rob Thomson Had to Go in Philadelphia

The Phillies were failing in every aspect, and Alex Cora’s firing by the Red Sox on Saturday made their decision a lot easier.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Rob Thomson’s Firing Proves Even Top MLB Managers Have a Short Leash Now

The Red Sox and Phillies have already sent accomplished skippers home after tough starts.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Alex Cora Shares Emotional Message to Red Sox Fans in First Comments Since Being Fired

Fired Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora sent an emotion message to the team’s fans in his first comments since being let go over the weekend.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Alex Cora Shouldn’t Return to the Dugout Anytime Soon

The recently fired manager of the Red Sox should move upstairs ... somewhere.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Ranking the Recovery Odds of the Five Surprise Slow-Starting Teams

In this week's Verducci's View, we're focusing on teams who had unexpectedly ugly opening months, Jordan Walker's encouraging signs and more.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 28

Why Yankees Can Get Away With Sending a Former Rookie of the Year to the Minors

Luis Gil has been optioned to Triple A, yet the Yankees' cupboard remains full.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27