The Rays got Boyle from the A’s over the winter as the primary return in the Jeffrey Springs trade and introduced him to a splitter as a replacement for a poor changeup. He’s quickly taken to it, and he’s been throwing it 91-94 mph to go along with his 96-100 mph heater.

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The Houston Astros made a big move earlier this week by promoting top prospect Brice Matthews to the major league roster. The 23-year-old second baseman is set to join the team for their upcoming series against the Texas Rangers, a decision that may have major implications for how the club aligns its veteran core.

Nebraska baseball fans will have another alum to root for in Major League Baseball beginning on Friday. Brice Matthews, the former Husker infielder who spent t