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MLB Hiccups: White Sox, Cubs Struggle, Ohtani's Souvenirs Soar
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Early MLB Season: Hyped Teams Struggle, Ohtanis Merch Flies Off Shelves
The first week of the 2026 MLB season has seen hyped teams like the Chicago White Sox and Cubs stumble out of the gate, sparking fan frustration. Despite promising spring performances, the White Sox suffered a humiliating loss to Miami, while the Cubs failed to sweep weaker teams at home.
Pitchers like Jameson Taillon and Matthew Boyd, who had lackluster springs, found their form in chilly Wrigley weather. However, the Cubs still need to step up their game against Cincinnati.
The White Soxs spring momentum was short-lived, with tough losses and a postponed home opener. Fans are venting online, and umpire CB Bucknors poor performance has solidified his reputation as one of the games weakest links.
On a positive note, Shohei Ohtanis merchandise is flying off the shelves, with seventy-five-dollar souvenir cups selling out and flipping for $250 on eBay. MLB is also reviving This Week in Baseball as short episodes on X for Gen Z, hosted by reporter Kait Maniscalco.
As the season progresses, expect more surprises as the early hiccups fade and real contenders emerge.
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