MLB Writer
Srijanee Chakraborty is a MLB Writer at EssentiallySports, with a specialty in reporting on trade decisions and off-field stories. She started her career as a fact-checker, and that background still shapes how she reports today, digging past the box score for the story behind the numbers.
She holds a master's degree in English and a postgraduate diploma in Mass Communication. Outside baseball season, she follows professional tennis closely and keeps a running list of favorite fictional characters she'll defend in any argument.
MLB Umpire Takes Brutal Blow to the Chest as Chopper Sends Him Crashing Down
During the Red Sox's 2-0 win over the Chicago Cubs, a chopper hit the second base umpire on his chest, knocking him down
“Completely in the Wrong”: Aaron Judge Called ‘Very Selfish’ as Drama With Yankees Manager Escalates
As the Yankees manager and captain Aaron Judge stand at a crossroads about his return to the lineup, an analyst has called Judge 'selfish.'
“Need as Much Help”: Juan Soto Urges Mets to Make Big Moves After Disastrous Season
As the New York Mets' 2026 season ends on a disappointing note, Juan Soto urges the team to get help in the offseason before 2027
“Hate Each Other”: MLB Legend Reveals How Badly He Wants Red Sox to Beat Aaron Judge-Less Yankees
A former Red Sox player and MLB legend has expressed how badly he wants Boston to beat the Yankees in the Wild Card Series.
“What the Hell”: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s $500M Contract Remarks Backfire as Analysts Call Interview “Stupid”
After Guerrero Jr. defended his $500 million contract following criticisms of his performance, MLB analysts called him out on his response.
“What Is This, Daddy Ball”: MLB Analyst Rips Into 23YO’s Family Over Potential Involvement in Red Sox Trade
An MLB analyst called out a former Red Sox player's family for their active involvement in making trade decisions.
Rockies Matched 61-Year-Old MLB History With 100-Loss Streak in 4 Consecutive Seasons
As they fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-2, the Colorado Rockies recorded their 100th loss for the fourth season in a row.
“Job is on the Line”: Yankees’ Manager Told to Make ‘Ruthless’ Decisions as Playoffs Loom
As the New York Yankees prepare to play another Wild Card Series this year, an MLB insider advised the manager to be ruthless.
Shohei Ohtani Set for Dodgers Return as LA Gets Another Major Boost Before Playoffs
According to the Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, Shohei Ohtani is on track for his return to the lineup against the Padres.
Mets and Red Sox Make Major Managerial Moves as Interim Managers Get Long-Term Backing
The New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox both needed new managers in 2027. Ahead of the postseason, both clubs announced their future plans.
“For Years to Come”: 21-Year-Old Called Yankees’ Future Star in a Bold Prediction by Ex-MLB Pro
A former MLB player predicted how the New York Yankees infield might look in the future with their 21-year-old star on the roster
“Padres Came Out of Nowhere”: San Diego’s Stunning Late Surge Could Change the NL Playoff Picture
There was little to no hope for the San Diego to come this far. Then, on Saturday, they clinched the second National League Wild Card spot.