MLB journalist
Ritabrata Chakrabarti is an MLB journalist at EssentiallySports, covering Major League Baseball from the MLB GameDay Desk. He came to sports writing from an engineering background, and focuses on game development, strategic breakdowns and league-wide trends across the season.
Ritabrata has over three years of experience in digital content, working across editorial leadership and quality control roles, with a command over accuracy and structure under daily publishing deadlines. His MLB reporting offers fan-oriented explanations of individual and team performances, in-game decisions and roster moves, with recent work on the August trade deadline and the injury news around major players.
He tracks daily storylines by connecting on-field performance with the broader shape of a season and the offseason that follows.
“Kind of Lackadaisical”: Ex-Cubs Pro Pinpoints What Went Wrong in Brutal Padres Loss
A former Cubs star weighs in on Chicago’s flat playoff showing against the Padres and explains where the team failed to respond.
“Needs to Happen”: MLB Faces Calls for Major Playoff Rule Change After Yankees-Red Sox Clash
MLB’s playoff format faces renewed scrutiny as Yankees-Red Sox and Braves-Phillies collide early, fueling calls for a postseason reseeding.
Yankees Make Curious Aaron Judge Call as Wild Card Clash Against Red Sox Gets Underway
Aaron Judge’s absence from Yankees introductions adds intrigue as Aaron Boone explains the decision to keep him off the Wild Card roster.
Ex-White Sox Star Calls Time on 14-Year MLB Career With Retirement Announcement
After battling Stage 4 cancer and returning to the mound, the 3-time All-Star is retiring after a 14-year MLB career.
“Real Slobberknocker”: 23-Year-Old Red Sox Pro Sends Bold Warning Ahead of Yankees Clash
The Red Sox turn to a young lefty with a strong track record against New York as the rivals prepare for a high-stakes Wild Card clash.
“Thank You, Baseball”: Ex-Yankees Star Calls Time on His MLB Career After 9 Long Seasons
Former Yankees utility man Tyler Wade reflects on his nine-year MLB journey, from New York to San Diego, and what made it so special for him.
“Don’t Get Mulligans”: Mets Boss Breaks Silence on Pete Alonso as Past Decision Still Haunts Him
David Stearns reflects on a defining Mets decision regarding Pete Alonso and reveals how he views the situation as the offseason begins.
“Let’s F*** Get It”: Phillies Manager Sends Clear Message After Team Finally Secures Playoff Spot
From a shaky start to a playoff berth, Don Mattingly reflects on the Phillies’ after nearly seeing October slip away in the final stretch.
“Want to Be Wanted”: Diamondbacks Manager Opens Up on Uncertain Future After Playoff Miss
Lovullo’s future with Arizona remains uncertain after the Diamondbacks fell short of the postseason, leaving his contract status unresolved.
Max Scherzer Leaves to Standing Ovation as Legendary Career Nears Its End
Max Scherzer’s latest outing sparked an emotional farewell as fans honored the veteran pitcher during a possible final MLB appearance.
“Legends That Live”: Alex Rodriguez Joins MLB World After Yankees Retire Iconic Jersey No. 52
Yankees fans celebrate a legendary career as the franchise honors a World Series hero, sparking emotional tributes from across the community.
“Encouraged Tonight”: Phillies Manager Speaks Out After Defeat as Playoff Hopes Hang in Balance
The Phillies suffered another heavy defeat, yet Don Mattingly pointed to a late offensive spark as a reason for optimism.