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Matthew Nethercott

  • Sports Journalist, Freelance
  • Student, Manhattanville University
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✍️ Writer/Site Editor for @LWOSBaseball ⚾︎ Contributor to @diamcent Baseball Coverage ✉️: mnethercott816@gmail.com

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Matthew Nethercott brings a keen editorial eye and in-depth expertise to his role as LWOS Baseball Editor, specializing in Major League Baseball (MLB) analysis. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Communications at Manhattanville University, Matthew combines academic rigor with a profound passion for the sport, enabling him to deliver insightful and meticulously researched content. His dedication to understanding the nuances of the game, from player performance to strategic team dynamics, bolste…

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6 Realistic Trade Deadline Additions That Could Put The Yankees Over The Top In 2026 - Last Word ...

6 Realistic Trade Deadline Additions That Could Put The Yankees Over The Top In 2026 - Last Word ...

The Yankees are contenders but still have holes to fill. Here are six realistic trade targets Brian Cashman s…

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Yankees General Manager Provides Updates On Player Injuries And Other Team Matters - Last Word On...

Yankees General Manager Provides Updates On Player Injuries And Other Team Matters - Last Word On...

Ahead of the Yankees' final matchup against the Rays at Tropicana Field for the season, Yankees general manag…

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Yankees Place Young Hard-Throwing Pitcher On Triple-A Injured List - Last Word On Baseball

Yankees Place Young Hard-Throwing Pitcher On Triple-A Injured List - Last Word On Baseball

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, the AAA affiliate of the New York Yankees, have placed RHP Carlos Lagra…

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Yankees Search For Answers Amid Historic Summer Slump - Last Word On Baseball

Yankees Search For Answers Amid Historic Summer Slump - Last Word On Baseball

The Yankees are in the midst of a summer slump. Some refer to it as the "Boone June Swoon," but the worst the…

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No Time To Panic: 3 Flaws The Yankees Must Fix Before The Trade Deadline - Last Word On Baseball

No Time To Panic: 3 Flaws The Yankees Must Fix Before The Trade Deadline - Last Word On Baseball

A three-game skid isn't the end of the world, but the Yankees have glaring issues. From outfield defense to b…

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Yankees Secure Deal With Taiwan's Top-Rated Pitcher - Last Word On Baseball

Yankees Secure Deal With Taiwan's Top-Rated Pitcher - Last Word On Baseball

The Yankees have gotten back in international waters. The team announced on Tuesday the signing of RHP Chien-…

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Mariners Listening On George Kirby, Multiple Other Starters Of Interest To Brewers

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By Matthew Nethercott
| brewerfanatic.com
The Seattle Mariners are listening to offers for most of their starting rotation, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Passan reported Saturday afternoon that multiple teams have engaged on right-handed pitcher George Kirby, as well as right-hander Luis Castillo and Emerson Hancock. The Brewers have been in the market and connected to multiple starters. If they don’t land the bigger fish, like Tarik Skubal or Casey Mize, any of the Mariners rotation options could be options. View full rumor
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Red Sox's Pursuit of Marlins' Otto Lopez Dead in the Water

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By Matthew Nethercott
| Talk Sox
The Red Sox have been searching for a shortstop in recent days as the 2026 MLB trade deadline nears. It was reported earlier in the week that the Red Sox had interest in Miami Marlins shortstop Otto Lopez. Sean McAdam of MassLive is reporting that those talks are "dead", with the two sides not having communicated as much in recent days. McAdam added that the Marlins are not motivated to move Lopez with years of club control remaining.
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Red Sox 'Checked In' On Cardinals Catcher/DH Ivan Herrera

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By Matthew Nethercott
| Talk Sox
The Red Sox are among the teams that have 'checked in' on Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera, according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. Other AL East teams in need of catching help, like the rival Yankees, have also checked in. The Red Sox have gotten little production from the catcher position this season, with the position posting a 78 WRC+. Herrera has posted a 111 WRC+ in 472 plate appearances, which would be a significant upgrade behind the plate for Boston.
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