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.
“Not Returning”: Phillies’ Dave Dombrowski Future Takes a Surprising Turn as Analyst Predicts His Exit Despite Contract Extension
An MLB analyst suggested that the Philadelphia Phillies' president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, won't return in 2027.
“Has Got to Go”: Yankees Told to Fire Aaron Boone and Make Bold Alex Cora Move After Massive Failure
After the Yankees' disappointing ALDS exit, an MLB analyst suggested a replacement for Aaron Boone, should the Yankees fire him.
“Something Has to Change”: Yankees Face Brutal Reality Check as MLB Analyst Runs Out of Patience
After the New York Yankees were eliminated by the Rays, veteran Yankees broadcaster demanded a change within the Yankees' clubhouse culture
“We Think We Are”: Brewers Manager Fires Back at Dodgers’ ‘Best-Team-in-Baseball’ Tag
The Milwaukee Brewers manager doesn't agree with the Dodgers being the best team in baseball. He has his reasons clear.
“Aaron Judge is a Part of the Problem”: Yankees Star Blamed After Team’s Humiliating Exit From Playoff
An MLB analyst called out Aaron Judge and said his approach is "a part of the problem" after the Rays swept the Yankees in the ALDS.
“Good for Player”: MLB Eyes Major Shake-Up as League Floats Bold Changes That Could Reshape the Game
As part of the negotiations for the new collective bargaining agreement, MLB has proposed major changes to the regular season and postseason.
Donald Trump Gives Controversial MLB Player United States’ Highest Civilian Honor: “Big Step Up From The Hall of Fame”
Donald Trump announces the highest civilian award for controversial Red Sox pitcher at a rally and calls it a step up from the Hall of Fame
“We’ve Done it all Year”: White Sox Manager Makes Feelings Clear After Crushing Game 3 Loss vs Guardians
After the White Sox lost the ALDS Game 3 to the Cleveland Guardians, manager Will Venable expressed his confidence on the team
Dua Lipa & Callum Turner Asked to Stand Up by Fan as Yankees Star Delivers Instant Response
During the ALDS Game 3, a Yankees fan asked Dua Lipa and Callum Turner to stand up from their seats in the first inning
“We Look Crisp Tonight”: Yankees Manager Reflects on Readiness as They Stand on the Verge of Elimination From Playoffs
Ahead of the Yankees' must-win match in the ALDS, manager Aaron Boone reflected on the ugly loss in Tampa during Game 2.
“Die-Hard” Yankees Fans Put Under Spotlight as ALDS Ticket Prices Drop Under $100
After the Yankees dropped the first two games of the ALDS against the Rays, ticket prices in the Bronx have dropped dramatically
“I’d Probably Still Throw It”: Jazz Chisholm Jr. Stands by Costly Error as Yankees Sit One Loss From Elimination
After the New York Yankees lost game 2 of the ALDS, Jazz Chisholm Jr. spoke about his costly error at second base
