Today: November 10, 2024
Today: November 10, 2024

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Guardians' Shane Bieber emotional in discussing elbow injury, uncertain future with surgery looming

Shane Bieber held it together as long as he could

April 08, 2024
Guardians' Shane Bieber emotional in discussing elbow injury, uncertain future with surgery looming
Business|News|Sports

AP study: Nine MLB teams cut payroll this winter, and the average salary is up just 1.5%

San Diego cut payroll by $96 million in the past year, the New York Mets by $50 million and the Los Angeles Angels by $49 million, among nine teams that slashed spending in a tepid free-agent market that sparked player unrest

April 08, 2024
AP study: Nine MLB teams cut payroll this winter, and the average salary is up just 1.5%
News|Sports

On anniversary of Aaron's 715th homer, Hall of Fame says it will unveil statue of star next month

Baseball’s Hall of Fame will unveil a bronze statue of Hank Aaron on May 23 on the first floor of its museum in Cooperstown, New York

April 08, 2024
On anniversary of Aaron's 715th homer, Hall of Fame says it will unveil statue of star next month
Sports

Ronel Blanco has been a bright spot in a shaky start for the Houston Astros

Ronel Blanco’s brilliant start to the season is about the only thing going right for the Houston Astros

April 08, 2024
Ronel Blanco has been a bright spot in a shaky start for the Houston Astros
Sports

Jerry Grote, catcher for 1969 New York Mets, dies at 81

Jerry Grote, the catcher who helped transform the New York Mets from a perennial loser into the 1969 World Series champion, has died

April 08, 2024
Jerry Grote, catcher for 1969 New York Mets, dies at 81
News|Sports|US

Blanco follows no-hitter with six 1-hit innings as Astros beat Rangers 3-1

Houston right-hander Ronel Blanco followed his no-hitter with one-hit ball over six scoreless innings, and the Astros beat the Texas Rangers 3-1

April 08, 2024
Blanco follows no-hitter with six 1-hit innings as Astros beat Rangers 3-1
News|Sports|US

First an earthquake, now an eclipse. Yankees to play ball on same day as another natural phenomenon

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook New York City on Friday as the Yankees went through batting practice before their home opener

April 07, 2024
First an earthquake, now an eclipse. Yankees to play ball on same day as another natural phenomenon
News|Sports

Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, the 2019 World Series MVP, announces his retirement

Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg has announced his retirement, ending the 2019 World Series MVP’s injury-filled career

April 07, 2024
Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, the 2019 World Series MVP, announces his retirement
News|Sports|US

Stephen Strasburg's retirement is officially listed by MLB. He was the 2019 World Series MVP

Stephen Strasburg, the 2019 World Series MVP whose career was derailed by injuries, officially has been listed by Major League Baseball as being retired

April 06, 2024
Stephen Strasburg's retirement is officially listed by MLB. He was the 2019 World Series MVP
Sports

Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets first major league victory in Dodgers' 4-1 win over Cubs

Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched out of two early jams in five scoreless innings for his first career major league victory, Max Muncy hit a two-run single and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-1 on Saturday

April 06, 2024
Yoshinobu Yamamoto gets first major league victory in Dodgers' 4-1 win over Cubs
Sports

MRI shows damage to Braves ace Spencer Strider's elbow ligament, leaving status for season in doubt

Braves ace right-hander Spencer Strider has damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, leaving his status for the remainder of the season in doubt

April 06, 2024
MRI shows damage to Braves ace Spencer Strider's elbow ligament, leaving status for season in doubt
Sports

Braves await test results on Strider's sore elbow following complaints of discomfort in shaky start

Spencer Strider, Atlanta’s ace and the major league leader in wins and strikeouts last season, will have tests on his right elbow Saturday after complaining about discomfort in Friday night’s game

April 06, 2024
Braves await test results on Strider's sore elbow following complaints of discomfort in shaky start
Sports

Red Sox SS Trevor Story leaves game after injuring shoulder on diving stop of Mike Trout's hit

Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story exited Boston’s game against the Angels in the fourth inning after injuring his left shoulder on a backhand dive to stop a hit by Mike Trout

April 06, 2024
Red Sox SS Trevor Story leaves game after injuring shoulder on diving stop of Mike Trout's hit
Sports

Rays reliever says baseballs at Coors Field were `horrible' after coming out of humidor

Pete Fairbanks couldn’t get a good grip on the baseball

April 06, 2024
Rays reliever says baseballs at Coors Field were `horrible' after coming out of humidor
Sports

Juan Soto soaks in fan fervor during pinstripes debut, winds up flinging bat and helmet

Juan Soto soaked in the fan fervor on his first day in pinstripes and wound up flinging his bat and helmet in response to his futility

April 05, 2024
Juan Soto soaks in fan fervor during pinstripes debut, winds up flinging bat and helmet
News|Sports

Giants' Alyssa Nakken coaches first regular season game as a mom with baby daughter at the ballpark

Alyssa Nakken became the first full-time female coach in major league history to appear on the field in April 2022

April 05, 2024
Giants' Alyssa Nakken coaches first regular season game as a mom with baby daughter at the ballpark
Sports

Blue Jays beat Yankees 3-0 in New York home opener behind Clement's tiebreaking pinch homer

Pinch-hitter Ernie Clement had a tiebreaking solo home run off Caleb Ferguson leading off the seventh inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Yankees 3-0 in New York’s home opener

April 05, 2024
Blue Jays beat Yankees 3-0 in New York home opener behind Clement's tiebreaking pinch homer
News|Sports

A's express sadness, some relief at moving out of Oakland at the end of the season

The Oakland A’s no longer have to wonder where they’ll play next season

April 05, 2024
A's express sadness, some relief at moving out of Oakland at the end of the season
Sports

Jonathan Loáisiga put on the 60-day injured list by Yankees because of strained right flexor

Right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga was put on the 60-day injured list by the New York Yankees because of a strained right flexor muscle

April 05, 2024
Jonathan Loáisiga put on the 60-day injured list by Yankees because of strained right flexor
News|Sports|US

Tigers have combined no-hitter vs. Mets through 7 innings

The unbeaten Detroit Tigers have a no-hitter going through seven innings in the second game of a doubleheader against the winless New York Mets

April 04, 2024
Tigers have combined no-hitter vs. Mets through 7 innings
Sports

Alonso hits tying HR in 9th, Mets rally past Tigers 2-1 in nightcap for 1st win of season

Pete Alonso launched a tying homer leading off the ninth inning, Tyrone Taylor lined a game-winning single and the New York Mets — after going 13 innings without a hit — rallied past the Detroit Tigers 2-1 for their first victory of the season and a doubleheader split

April 04, 2024
Alonso hits tying HR in 9th, Mets rally past Tigers 2-1 in nightcap for 1st win of season
Sports

Athletics announce plans to play the next 3 seasons in minor league park near Sacramento

The Athletics will leave Oakland after this season and play temporarily at a minor league park near Sacramento until their planned new stadium in Las Vegas is built

April 04, 2024
Athletics announce plans to play the next 3 seasons in minor league park near Sacramento
Sports

Shohei Ohtani hit first home run for Dodgers, who beat Giants 5-4 for 3-game sweep

Shohei Ohtani hit his first home run for the Los Angeles Dodgers, a solo drive in the seventh inning in a 5-4 win over the San Francisco Giants that finished a three-game sweep

April 04, 2024
Shohei Ohtani hit first home run for Dodgers, who beat Giants 5-4 for 3-game sweep
Sports

Patient fans wait out 5-hour rain delay for Royals vs. Orioles

Fans who showed up for an afternoon baseball game at Camden Yards ended up waiting until early evening before the first pitch was finally thrown

April 03, 2024
Patient fans wait out 5-hour rain delay for Royals vs. Orioles
Sports

Yankees manager Aaron Boone has a rule for new outfielder Alex Verdugo: One chain per game

During his time with the Boston Red Sox, Alex Verdugo frequently played with several gaudy chains bouncing around his neck

April 03, 2024
Yankees manager Aaron Boone has a rule for new outfielder Alex Verdugo: One chain per game
Sports|Videos

50 years later, a Braves fan shares long-private video of Hank Aaron's 715th home run

Just in time for the 50-year anniversary of Hank Aaron's record 715th home run, Charlie Russo is making available video he shot of the homer

April 03, 2024
50 years later, a Braves fan shares long-private video of Hank Aaron's 715th home run
Education|Sports

Southern Jaguars are pride of HBCU baseball after its upset of defending national champion LSU

In a sport committed to increasing its number of Black players, Southern University’s upset of LSU this week was a victory for all HBCU baseball programs

April 03, 2024
Southern Jaguars are pride of HBCU baseball after its upset of defending national champion LSU
News|Sports

Larry Lucchino, force behind retro ballpark revolution and drought-busting Red Sox, dies at 78

Larry Lucchino has died

April 02, 2024
Larry Lucchino, force behind retro ballpark revolution and drought-busting Red Sox, dies at 78
Sports

Rockies LF Nolan Jones makes another defensive mistake in loss to Cubs

Nolan Jones made no excuses

April 01, 2024
Rockies LF Nolan Jones makes another defensive mistake in loss to Cubs
Sports

Shota Imanaga stars in major league debut as Cubs beat Rockies 5-0 in Wrigley Field opener

Shota Imanaga pitched six sparkling innings in his major league debut, and the Chicago Cubs used another defensive mistake by Nolan Jones to beat the Colorado Rockies 5-0

April 01, 2024
Shota Imanaga stars in major league debut as Cubs beat Rockies 5-0 in Wrigley Field opener
Sports

Welcome, newcomers: Soto, Burnes and Chapman have made strong impressions after switching teams

The New York Yankees opened 2024 with a four-game sweep at Houston, and their new star outfielder made big plays the whole way

April 01, 2024
Welcome, newcomers: Soto, Burnes and Chapman have made strong impressions after switching teams
Sports

Texas Rangers set for 2024 road debut after last year's record 11-0 postseason run

The Texas Rangers are set for their road opener after their MLB-record run of 11 consecutive postseason victories away from home last season

April 01, 2024
Texas Rangers set for 2024 road debut after last year's record 11-0 postseason run
News|Sports

Pitchers Génesis Cabrera of Toronto and Yohan Ramírez of New York Mets suspended 3 games each

Pitchers Génesis Cabrera of the Toronto Blue Jays and Yohan Ramírez of the New York Mets have been suspended for three games each by Major League Baseball for their actions in separate games and Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was banned for one game

March 31, 2024
Pitchers Génesis Cabrera of Toronto and Yohan Ramírez of New York Mets suspended 3 games each
Sports

Albies, Olson, Ozuna, Harris hit homers, Braves pound 19 hits in 12-4 win over Phillies

Ozzie Albies, Matt Olson, Marcell Ozuna and Michael Harris II all homered and an expected battle of aces fizzled early in the Atlanta Braves’ 12-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies

March 30, 2024
Albies, Olson, Ozuna, Harris hit homers, Braves pound 19 hits in 12-4 win over Phillies
Sports

The Texas Rangers have finished the celebration by getting their World Series rings

The Texas Rangers have wrapped up all the celebrating by getting their World Series rings

March 30, 2024
The Texas Rangers have finished the celebration by getting their World Series rings
News|Sports

Rhys Hoskins has 4 RBIs in 7-6 win, Mets' Johan Ramírez ejected for throwing behind Brewers DH

Rhys Hoskins drove in four runs, a day after his hard slide into Jeff McNeil caused dugouts to empty, and Yohan Ramírez was ejected for throwing behind the Milwaukee designated hitter’s back the Brewers’ 7-6 victory over the New York Mets

March 30, 2024
Rhys Hoskins has 4 RBIs in 7-6 win, Mets' Johan Ramírez ejected for throwing behind Brewers DH
News|Sports|US

Atlanta Braves place All-Star catcher Sean Murphy on injured list

The Atlanta Braves have placed All-Star catcher Sean Murphy on the 10-day injured list with a strained left oblique muscle

March 30, 2024
Atlanta Braves place All-Star catcher Sean Murphy on injured list
Sports

McNeil and Hoskins get heated after hard slide in Brewers-Mets opener

Tempers flared during the season opener at Citi Field when Milwaukee Brewers newcomer Rhys Hoskins slid hard into New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil on a potential double-play ball

March 29, 2024
McNeil and Hoskins get heated after hard slide in Brewers-Mets opener
Sports

Left-hander Jordan Montgomery and Diamondbacks finalize $25 million, 1-year contract

Left-hander Jordan Montgomery and the Arizona Diamondbacks have finalized their $25 million, one-year deal

March 29, 2024
Left-hander Jordan Montgomery and Diamondbacks finalize $25 million, 1-year contract
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

'Ozempig' remains Minnesota baseball team's mascot despite uproar that name is form of fat-shaming

For a Minnesota minor league baseball team known for a history of outlandish promotions, the idea of naming its longtime live pig mascot after the weight loss drug Ozempic made perfect sense

March 29, 2024
'Ozempig' remains Minnesota baseball team's mascot despite uproar that name is form of fat-shaming
Sports

Disputed foul tip that put Rangers behind in opener not reviewable. Heim makes up for miscue

Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim was going down to block a low pitch when he heard the ball tip off the bat and saw it change directions

March 29, 2024
Disputed foul tip that put Rangers behind in opener not reviewable. Heim makes up for miscue
News|Sports

Tyler O'Neill homers for record-setting 5th straight opening day as Red Sox top Mariners 6-4

Tyler O’Neill homered in his fifth straight opening day game to set a new major league record, this time against the organization that drafted him, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 6-4

March 29, 2024
Tyler O'Neill homers for record-setting 5th straight opening day as Red Sox top Mariners 6-4
Sports

Diamondbacks score 14 runs in 3rd inning, cruise to 16-1 victory over Rockies

Lourdes Gurriel Jr. had five RBIs and three hits, including a two-run homer, and the Arizona Diamondbacks used a franchise-record 14-run third inning to cruise over the Colorado Rockies 16-1 on Thursday night

March 29, 2024
Diamondbacks score 14 runs in 3rd inning, cruise to 16-1 victory over Rockies
News|Sports

World champion Rangers overcome disputed tip and beat Cubs 4-3 on Heim's 10th-inning single

Jonah Heim hit a game-ending RBI single with two outs in the 10th inning as the World Series champion Texas Rangers opened the season with a 4-3 win over the Chicago Cubs

March 29, 2024
World champion Rangers overcome disputed tip and beat Cubs 4-3 on Heim's 10th-inning single
News|Sports

Triolo hits RBI single in 12th inning, Pittsburgh bullpen shines as Pirates beat Marlins 6-5

Jared Triolo hit a RBI single in the top of the 12th inning to finish the Pittsburgh Pirates’ rally and beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on opening day

March 28, 2024
Triolo hits RBI single in 12th inning, Pittsburgh bullpen shines as Pirates beat Marlins 6-5
News|Sports

Texas Rangers unfurl franchise's first World Series championship banner

The Texas Rangers unfurled a World Series championship banner for the first time in franchise history before their season opener at home gainst the Chicago Cubs

March 28, 2024
Texas Rangers unfurl franchise's first World Series championship banner
Sports

Shohei Ohtani reaches 3 times in home debut as the Dodgers rout the Cardinals 7-1

Shohei Ohtani reached three times in his home debut for the Dodgers, and Los Angeles beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-1 in the Dodger Stadium opener to a season of sky-high expectations

March 28, 2024
Shohei Ohtani reaches 3 times in home debut as the Dodgers rout the Cardinals 7-1
Business|Sports

A new era in Baltimore: Orioles eye bright future as David Rubenstein takes over as owner

David Rubenstein took overr the Baltimore Orioles at a particularly optimistic moment for the franchise

March 28, 2024
A new era in Baltimore: Orioles eye bright future as David Rubenstein takes over as owner
News|Sports

Commissioner Rob Manfred hopes MLB investigation of Shohei Ohtani will be short but isn't sure

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says he hopes the sport’s gambling investigation of Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will be short but he isn’t sure

March 28, 2024
Commissioner Rob Manfred hopes MLB investigation of Shohei Ohtani will be short but isn't sure
Business|Sports

For over a century, baseball’s scouts have been the backbone of America’s pastime – do they have a future?

Even with teams’ embrace of analytics, the number of scouts employed by MLB teams had stayed remarkably consistent. That all changed with the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 28, 2024
For over a century, baseball’s scouts have been the backbone of America’s pastime – do they have a future?
Business|Finance|News|Sports

Will Smith, Dodgers reach $140 million, 10-year deal. LA has spent $1.4 billion on 5 key players

Catcher Will Smith and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a $140 million, 10-year contract, raising the team’s spending to nearly $1.4 billion for five key players since December

March 27, 2024
Will Smith, Dodgers reach $140 million, 10-year deal. LA has spent $1.4 billion on 5 key players
News|Sports

Phillies-Braves and Brewers-Mets openers postponed a day to Friday due to rainy forecast

Baseball season openers in New York and Philadelphia have been postponed a day until Friday because of rainy forecasts in both cities

March 27, 2024
Phillies-Braves and Brewers-Mets openers postponed a day to Friday due to rainy forecast
Business|Sports

MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Baltimore Orioles to a group headed by David Rubenstein

David Rubenstein’s purchase of the Baltimore Orioles has been approved by Major League Baseball owners

March 27, 2024
MLB owners unanimously approve sale of Baltimore Orioles to a group headed by David Rubenstein
Sports

Opening day 2024: What to watch for as 28 of 30 MLB teams start their season

After the Dodgers and Padres soft-launched the 2024 MLB season with a two-game series in Seoul, South Korea last week, the league's other 28 teams are set to begin the season Thursday

March 27, 2024
Opening day 2024: What to watch for as 28 of 30 MLB teams start their season
Business|Finance|Sports

MLB free agency: No 2-way stars, but All-Star sluggers and Cy Young winners could be in '24-25 class

There will be no two-way stars like Shohei Ohtani in baseball's next free agency class, and almost certainly not deals like his record-shattering $700 million over 10 years

March 27, 2024
MLB free agency: No 2-way stars, but All-Star sluggers and Cy Young winners could be in '24-25 class
Sports|US

Diamondbacks add LHP Jordan Montgomery on $25 million, 1-year deal, according to AP source

The Arizona Diamondbacks and pitcher Jordan Montgomery have agreed on a $25 million, one-year contract with a vesting option for 2025, according to a person familiar with the deal

March 27, 2024
Diamondbacks add LHP Jordan Montgomery on $25 million, 1-year deal, according to AP source
Sports

MLB's new managers adjusting to jobs as opening day approaches

Joe Espada has worked for an impressive group of managers

March 26, 2024
MLB's new managers adjusting to jobs as opening day approaches
Sports|Technology

Robots replicate reality: High-tech pitching machine mimics every pitcher

Baseball technology has come a long way since the days of the Iron Mike

March 26, 2024
Robots replicate reality: High-tech pitching machine mimics every pitcher
News|Sports|US

Factions in MLB players' union fight issue critical statements aimed at each other

Baseball players’ union head Tony Clark has made his first public response to an effort aimed at ousting his chief negotiator, calling it a secret campaign with an outside agenda

March 24, 2024
Factions in MLB players' union fight issue critical statements aimed at each other
Business|News|Sports

Longtime Baltimore Orioles owner Peter Angelos dies at 94

Longtime Baltimore Orioles owner Peter Angelos has died at the age of 94

March 23, 2024
Longtime Baltimore Orioles owner Peter Angelos dies at 94
Crime|Entertainment|News|Sports

MLB launches investigation into Shohei Ohtani interpreter Ippei Mizuhara following gambling reports

Major League Baseball has opened a formal investigation into illegal gambling and theft allegations involving Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara

March 22, 2024
MLB launches investigation into Shohei Ohtani interpreter Ippei Mizuhara following gambling reports
Americas|Sports|World

Bauer wants to return to major leagues, says he is focused on Mexican League

Trevor Bauer says while he wants to return to the major leagues, he’s concentrating on his brief stint with Mexico’s Diablos Rojos

March 22, 2024
Bauer wants to return to major leagues, says he is focused on Mexican League
Sports

RHP Michael Lorenzen signs with Texas Rangers, giving the World Series champs another starter

Free agent right-hander Michael Lorenzen gives the Texas Rangers another starting pitcher less than a week before the season opener

March 22, 2024
RHP Michael Lorenzen signs with Texas Rangers, giving the World Series champs another starter
News|Sports

Betting scandal with Ohtani's interpreter is far from the first in professional sports

Sports and gambling are once again in the spotlight in the wake of the Los Angeles Dodgers firing Ippei Mizuhara, the interpreter and close friend of newly acquired star player Shohei Ohtani

March 21, 2024
Betting scandal with Ohtani's interpreter is far from the first in professional sports
Asia|Sports

In Japan, Ohtani's 'perfect person' image could take a hit with firing of interpreter over gambling

Shohei Ohtani is referred to in Japan as “kanpeki no hito” — the perfect person — because of his manners and impeccable behavior

March 21, 2024
In Japan, Ohtani's 'perfect person' image could take a hit with firing of interpreter over gambling
News|Sports|US

Yamamoto chased after 1st inning of debut as Padres beat Dodgers 15-11 for 2-game South Korea split

Yoshinobu Yamamoto was chased after one inning of a nightmarish major league debut and the San Diego Padres outlasted the Dodgers 15-11 after Los Angeles fired Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter following allegations of illegal gambling

March 21, 2024
Yamamoto chased after 1st inning of debut as Padres beat Dodgers 15-11 for 2-game South Korea split
News|Sports|US

Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasts 1 inning in Dodgers debut, gives up 5 runs to Padres

Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasted just one inning in his Los Angeles Dodgers’ debut after signing a record $325 million, 12-year contract, giving up five runs to the San Diego Padres

March 21, 2024
Yoshinobu Yamamoto lasts 1 inning in Dodgers debut, gives up 5 runs to Padres
Business|News|Opinion|Sports

Agent Scott Boras defends himself and union leadership against a faction pushing for new negotiator

Agent Scott Boras defended himself and the leadership of the Major League Baseball Players Association against a faction pushing for a change in the union’s lead negotiator

March 20, 2024
Agent Scott Boras defends himself and union leadership against a faction pushing for new negotiator
Sports

Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea

Shohei Ohtani’s RBI single capped a four-run eighth-inning rally in his Dodgers debut, and Los Angeles beat the San Diego Padres 5-2 in the season opener

March 20, 2024
Ohtani and Dodgers rally to beat Padres 5-2 in season opener, first MLB game in South Korea
Asia|Sports

Park, 1st Korean to play in MLB, throws ceremonial 1st pitch in Dodgers-Padres season opener

Former Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres pitcher Chan Ho Park threw the ceremonial first pitch ahead of the two teams’ season opening game in South Korea

March 20, 2024
Park, 1st Korean to play in MLB, throws ceremonial 1st pitch in Dodgers-Padres season opener
Asia|Crime|News|Sports

No explosives found at Seoul stadium in police search following bomb threat against Ohtani

South Korean police say they’ve found no explosives at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome after searching the site following a reported bomb threat against Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani

March 20, 2024
No explosives found at Seoul stadium in police search following bomb threat against Ohtani
Crime|Sports

Mexican League rules allow Bauer to pitch for the Diablos Rojos

Trevor Bauer was cleared to play in the Mexican League because he was not convicted for charges of sexual assault, according to the executive president for the Diablos Rojos club, Othón Díaz

March 19, 2024
Mexican League rules allow Bauer to pitch for the Diablos Rojos
Business|News|Sports|US

Blake Snell and San Francisco Giants agree to $62 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $62 million, two-year contract

March 19, 2024
Blake Snell and San Francisco Giants agree to $62 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
Business|Economy|News|Sports

$510 Dodgers jerseys and $150 caps. Behold the price of being an Ohtani fan in Japan

The Dodgers are paying $700 million for Shohei Ohtani

March 18, 2024
$510 Dodgers jerseys and $150 caps. Behold the price of being an Ohtani fan in Japan
Sports

Ohtani to begin throwing program soon. Roberts hints Dodgers star might play in the field

Shohei Ohtani may be more than just a designated hitter this season, after all

March 18, 2024
Ohtani to begin throwing program soon. Roberts hints Dodgers star might play in the field
Business|Sports|US

Mets owner Steven Cohen doesn't expect long-term deal with star Pete Alonso before season ends

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen doesn’t expect to sign a long-term contract with star first baseman Pete Alonso before the end of the season

March 17, 2024
Mets owner Steven Cohen doesn't expect long-term deal with star Pete Alonso before season ends
Asia|Sports

Ohtani may be South Korea's most-beloved Japanese athlete. His charm's winning over historic rivals

Shohei Ohtani may be the most-beloved Japanese athlete in South Korea, a historic rival of his home country

March 17, 2024
Ohtani may be South Korea's most-beloved Japanese athlete. His charm's winning over historic rivals
Sports

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole won't throw for 3 to 4 weeks due to elbow nerve irritation and edema

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole won’t throw for three to four weeks because of nerve irritation and edema in his throwing elbow

March 16, 2024
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole won't throw for 3 to 4 weeks due to elbow nerve irritation and edema
Asia|Sports

New Dodger Ohtani says Seoul MLB games will be 'great memories' for him and wife

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says the upcoming Major League Baseball opener with the San Diego Padres in Seoul will be “great memories” for him and his wife

March 16, 2024
New Dodger Ohtani says Seoul MLB games will be 'great memories' for him and wife
Asia|Sports|US|World

Baseball superstar Ohtani and his wife arrive in South Korea for Dodgers-Padres MLB opener

Shohei Ohtani and his wife have arrived in South Korea with his Los Angeles Dodgers teammates ahead of their season-opening Major League Baseball games against the San Diego Padres next week

March 15, 2024
Baseball superstar Ohtani and his wife arrive in South Korea for Dodgers-Padres MLB opener
Celebrity|Sports

Shohei Ohtani unveils his new wife in a photo on social media

Shohei Ohtani is sharing the identity of his new wife with a photo of the couple on his social media

March 14, 2024
Shohei Ohtani unveils his new wife in a photo on social media
Sports

Brewers will open season without their All-Star closer. Devin Williams has stress fractures in back

The Milwaukee Brewers will open the season without All-Star closer Devin Williams

March 14, 2024
Brewers will open season without their All-Star closer. Devin Williams has stress fractures in back
Health|Sports

After 50 years, Tommy John surgery is evolving to increase success and sometimes speed return

Tommy John surgery, like baseball itself, is evolving to increase success and sometimes speed return

March 14, 2024
After 50 years, Tommy John surgery is evolving to increase success and sometimes speed return
Sports

Padres acquire RHP Dylan Cease in trade with White Sox, AP source says

The San Diego Padres have acquired right-hander Dylan Cease in a trade with the Chicago White Sox for reliever Steven Wilson and three prospects: right-handers Drew Thorpe and Jairo Iriarte, and outfielder Samuel Zavala

March 14, 2024
Padres acquire RHP Dylan Cease in trade with White Sox, AP source says
News|Sports

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on right elbow

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole traveled to Los Angeles to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on his right elbow

March 13, 2024
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for additional tests on right elbow
Sports

Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito has elbow repaired with internal brace, expected to miss season

Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito is expected to miss this season after his right ulnar collateral ligament was repaired with an internal brace

March 13, 2024
Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito has elbow repaired with internal brace, expected to miss season
Celebrity|Health|News|Sports

Darryl Strawberry resting comfortably after heart attack, according to New York Mets

Former New York Mets and Yankees star Darryl Strawberry is recovering from a heart attack and is at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital

March 12, 2024
Darryl Strawberry resting comfortably after heart attack, according to New York Mets
Sports

Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set for spring debut after freak WBC injury a year ago

New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set to appear in a game for the first time since tearing a patellar tendon during the 2023 World Baseball Classic

March 10, 2024
Mets closer Edwin Díaz is set for spring debut after freak WBC injury a year ago
Sports

Short change with Mookie Betts already moving from second base to shortstop for Dodgers

Mookie Betts is already switching spots in the infield for the Los Angeles Dodgers, moving to shortstop from second base

March 09, 2024
Short change with Mookie Betts already moving from second base to shortstop for Dodgers
News|Sports

Cincinnati Reds top prospect Noelvi Marté suspended 80 games by MLB for positive drug test

Noelvi Marté, a 22-year-old infielder who is the Cincinnati Reds’ top prospect, has been suspended for the first 80 games of the season following a positive test under Major League Baseball’s drug program

March 08, 2024
Cincinnati Reds top prospect Noelvi Marté suspended 80 games by MLB for positive drug test
Sports

Joey Votto says he has agreed to minor league contract with hometown Toronto Blue Jays

Former NL MVP Joey Votto says he has agreed to a minor league contract with his hometown Toronto Blue Jays

March 08, 2024
Joey Votto says he has agreed to minor league contract with hometown Toronto Blue Jays
News|Sports

Las Vegas fans get first look at A's since stadium funding and relocation were approved

The Oakland Athletics return to Las Vegas this weekend for exhibition games against Milwaukee, their first appearance since announcing the relocation to what the team envisions as its future home city

March 07, 2024
Las Vegas fans get first look at A's since stadium funding and relocation were approved
Entertainment|Sports|Technology

MLB The Show 24 unveils female player mode 'Women Pave Their Way'

MLB The Show 24 has unveiled a female player mode for this year’s video game

March 05, 2024
MLB The Show 24 unveils female player mode 'Women Pave Their Way'
Health|News|Sports

Verlander, Gray and Giolito all in question for opening day after injuries hit starting pitchers

Three big-name right-handed starting pitchers all dealing with injuries that could cause each to miss the start of the regular season – and potentially more

March 05, 2024
Verlander, Gray and Giolito all in question for opening day after injuries hit starting pitchers
Sports

Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander to start season on injured list

Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander will open the season on the injured list after dealing with right shoulder inflammation during the offseason

March 05, 2024
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander to start season on injured list
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Acuña expects to be ready for opening day after NL MVP's knee exam turns up no major issues

National League MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. is expected to be ready for opening day with the Atlanta Braves after a more thorough examination of his sore right knee found no serious issues

March 05, 2024
Acuña expects to be ready for opening day after NL MVP's knee exam turns up no major issues
Business|Sports

Phillies sign ace Zack Wheeler to $126 million, 3-year extension

The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed with ace Zack Wheeler on a three-year contract worth a reported $126 million, and his $42 million average salary would be the highest in franchise history

March 04, 2024
Phillies sign ace Zack Wheeler to $126 million, 3-year extension
Sports

Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is dealing with some right knee irritation

Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. has some irritation around his meniscus in his surgically repaired right knee

March 02, 2024
Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is dealing with some right knee irritation
Sports

Third baseman Matt Chapman and Giants reach a $54 million, 3-year deal, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations says third baseman Matt Chapman and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $54 million, three-year contract

March 02, 2024
Third baseman Matt Chapman and Giants reach a $54 million, 3-year deal, AP source says
Business|Sports

Fanatics founder Michael Rubin says company unfairly blamed for new MLB uniforms

Fanatics founder Michael Rubin says his company is being unfairly blamed for new Major League Baseball uniforms that have see-through pants and other fit and design problems

March 01, 2024
Fanatics founder Michael Rubin says company unfairly blamed for new MLB uniforms
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

LA Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he is married and that his new bride is Japanese

Baseball star Shohei Ohtani announced on his Instagram account that he is married

February 29, 2024
LA Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani says he is married and that his new bride is Japanese
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Harper settling in at first for Phillies; Muncy takes a hit in Yamamoto spring debut for Dodgers

Bryce Harper is settling in as a full-time first baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies

February 29, 2024
Harper settling in at first for Phillies; Muncy takes a hit in Yamamoto spring debut for Dodgers
Sports

MLB wants to make starting pitching more prominent, but it's a tough task in today's game

Major League Baseball wants to put a greater emphasis on starting pitching

February 28, 2024
MLB wants to make starting pitching more prominent, but it's a tough task in today's game
Sports

Shohei Ohtani set for Dodgers debut Tuesday in spring game vs White Sox

Shohei Ohtani is likely to get two or three plate appearances Tuesday when he makes his exhibition debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Chicago White Sox

February 27, 2024
Shohei Ohtani set for Dodgers debut Tuesday in spring game vs White Sox
Sports

Yankees pitcher Cortes emerges pain-free from first spring training start after injury-marred 2023

New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes emerged pain-free from his first spring training appearance

February 26, 2024
Yankees pitcher Cortes emerges pain-free from first spring training start after injury-marred 2023
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Sho-time! Dodgers say Shohei Ohtani will make his spring training debut Tuesday against White Sox

Spring training Sho-time starts Tuesday with the Los Angeles Dodgers

February 26, 2024
Sho-time! Dodgers say Shohei Ohtani will make his spring training debut Tuesday against White Sox
Sports

Cody Bellinger is returning to the Cubs on an $80 million, 3-year contract, AP source says

Cody Bellinger is going back to the Chicago Cubs, agreeing to an $80 million, three-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal

February 25, 2024
Cody Bellinger is returning to the Cubs on an $80 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
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Jen Pawol becomes the first woman to umpire a spring training game since 2007

It took eight years but Jen Pawol made the leap from the minors to a major league game spring training contest when she umpired the Grapefruit League opener between the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of The Palm Beaches on Saturday

February 24, 2024
Jen Pawol becomes the first woman to umpire a spring training game since 2007
Sports

Orioles' Corbin Burnes looks sharp in first game appearance with his new team

Corbin Burnes’ first outing with his new team looked like an abbreviated version of a typical performance with his old one

February 24, 2024
Orioles' Corbin Burnes looks sharp in first game appearance with his new team
Sports

Mets owner Cohen says he expects Alonso to explore free agency but wants to keep him

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen says he doesn’t anticipate a resolution regarding three-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso’s future with the team until after the season

February 23, 2024
Mets owner Cohen says he expects Alonso to explore free agency but wants to keep him
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Jen Pawol to make big league spring training debut, on verge of becoming first MLB woman umpire

Jen Pawol will take a big step toward breaking the gender barrier for Major League Baseball umpires on Saturday when she becomes the first woman to work a big league spring training game in 17 years

February 23, 2024
Jen Pawol to make big league spring training debut, on verge of becoming first MLB woman umpire
Entertainment|Sports

MLB players miffed at sport's new see-through pants, relaying concerns to league

MLB’s new uniform reveal hasn’t gone very well

February 22, 2024
MLB players miffed at sport's new see-through pants, relaying concerns to league
Sports

Keller getting biggest contract for Pirates pitcher while Mets shut down Senga, their All-Star RHP

One National League All-Star right-hander is getting the biggest contract ever for a Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher

February 22, 2024
Keller getting biggest contract for Pirates pitcher while Mets shut down Senga, their All-Star RHP
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Former AL batting champion Tim Anderson agrees to 1-year deal with the Miami Marlins, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the decision tells The Associated Press that former AL batting champion Tim Anderson has agreed to a one-year contact with the Miami Marlins

February 22, 2024
Former AL batting champion Tim Anderson agrees to 1-year deal with the Miami Marlins, AP source says
Sports

Mets pitcher Kodai Senga is dealing with some arm fatigue after throwing at spring training

New York Mets right-hander Kodai Senga has experienced some arm fatigue after throwing a side session during spring training

February 21, 2024
Mets pitcher Kodai Senga is dealing with some arm fatigue after throwing at spring training
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Aaron Judge's big toe more than a New York Yankees footnote after injury last year

Aaron Judge’s big toe is more than a footnote for the New York Yankees

February 20, 2024
Aaron Judge's big toe more than a New York Yankees footnote after injury last year
Business|Sports

Rafael Devers lobbies Boston Red Sox front office for roster help

Rafael Devers is looking for some help — from the front office of the Boston Red Sox

February 20, 2024
Rafael Devers lobbies Boston Red Sox front office for roster help
Sports

Playing for the Oakland A's hasn't been glamorous for years. In 2024, it could be downright weird

The Oakland Athletics probably won't be in Oakland a whole lot longer

February 20, 2024
Playing for the Oakland A's hasn't been glamorous for years. In 2024, it could be downright weird
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Ohtani takes live batting practice with Dodgers in his latest step forward in comeback from surgery

Shohei Ohtani took live batting practice with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first time this spring as he continues his comeback from elbow surgery

February 19, 2024
Ohtani takes live batting practice with Dodgers in his latest step forward in comeback from surgery
Sports

Latest Yanks star arrives for spring training wearing T-shirt saying: 'The generational Juan Soto'

Juan Soto gave some new meaning to pride of the Yankees

February 19, 2024
Latest Yanks star arrives for spring training wearing T-shirt saying: 'The generational Juan Soto'
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Shohei Ohtani won't play in Dodgers' spring training opener, stays away from live batting practice

Shohei Ohtani did not participate in live batting practice Sunday, and his Los Angeles Dodgers spring training debut is on hold as he recovers from shoulder surgery

February 18, 2024
Shohei Ohtani won't play in Dodgers' spring training opener, stays away from live batting practice
Sports

Bryce Harper wants longer deal with Phillies to go into his 40s, accepting of move to first base

Bryce Harper wants to finish his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, playing into his 40s and perhaps gloving a throw at first base for the final out of a World Series

February 18, 2024
Bryce Harper wants longer deal with Phillies to go into his 40s, accepting of move to first base
Health|Sports

ECU baseball player appears in game with prosthetic leg after boating accident

East Carolina sophomore Parker Byrd appeared in Friday’s season-opening win against Rider with a prosthetic leg after having part of his right leg amputated following a 2022 boating accident

February 17, 2024
ECU baseball player appears in game with prosthetic leg after boating accident
Sports

Padres, GM A.J. Preller under pressure to produce despite an expected lower payroll

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February 17, 2024
Padres, GM A.J. Preller under pressure to produce despite an expected lower payroll
Sports|US

Randal Grichuk, Diamondbacks agree to $2M, 1-year deal with mutual option for '25, AP source says

The Arizona Diamondbacks and veteran slugger Randal Grichuk have agreed on a $2 million, one-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal

February 17, 2024
Randal Grichuk, Diamondbacks agree to $2M, 1-year deal with mutual option for '25, AP source says
Fashion and Beauty|Sports

New uniform designs drawing plenty of scrutiny during opening days of spring training

What the players are wearing has garnered as much attention as what they’re doing in the first few days of spring training

February 16, 2024
New uniform designs drawing plenty of scrutiny during opening days of spring training
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Manfred expects A's to play in new Las Vegas stadium starting in 2028

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is confident the Oakland Athletics will be playing in Las Vegas starting in 2028

February 15, 2024
Manfred expects A's to play in new Las Vegas stadium starting in 2028
Sports

World champion Rangers among 18 teams that get going with pitchers and catchers on the field

The new sign that said “World Series Champions” outside the Texas Rangers’ training facility in Surprise, Arizona, became a favorite photo opportunity as pitchers and catchers held their first workouts for the defending champions

February 14, 2024
World champion Rangers among 18 teams that get going with pitchers and catchers on the field
Sports

Justin Verlander says he's behind schedule after offseason shoulder issue

Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander says he is “a little bit behind schedule” due to offseason shoulder inflammation that could prevent him from being ready to pitch on opening day

February 14, 2024
Justin Verlander says he's behind schedule after offseason shoulder issue
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Slugging free agent Jorge Soler agrees to $42M, three-year deal with Giants, AP source says

A person with direct knowledge of the negotiations tells The Associated Press that free agent outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler has agreed to a $42 million, three-year contract with the San Francisco Giants

February 13, 2024
Slugging free agent Jorge Soler agrees to $42M, three-year deal with Giants, AP source says
Sports

Jenny Cavnar makes history as Oakland A's primary play-by-play announcer

Veteran baseball broadcaster Jenny Cavnar is the new primary play-by-play announcer for the Oakland Athletics, hired by NBC Sports California

February 13, 2024
Jenny Cavnar makes history as Oakland A's primary play-by-play announcer
Business|Finance|News|Sports|US

Spring training preview: The Dodgers won the offseason. Will it buy them a championship?

Money can buy lots of things, including Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, a pair of Japanese superstars that set the Los Angeles Dodgers back more than $1 billion

February 12, 2024
Spring training preview: The Dodgers won the offseason. Will it buy them a championship?
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Jen Pawol on verge of becoming first MLB female umpire, gets full-time spring training assignment

Jen Pawol is on the verge of becoming Major League Baseball’s first female umpire

February 12, 2024
Jen Pawol on verge of becoming first MLB female umpire, gets full-time spring training assignment
Sports

Shohei Ohtani tries to blend in with Dodgers, even if that might prove impossible

Shohei Ohtani gave his first interview at Camelback Ranch as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers on a chilly Friday morning, surrounded by more than 50 reporters who asked questions of baseball’s first and only $700 million man

February 09, 2024
Shohei Ohtani tries to blend in with Dodgers, even if that might prove impossible
Sports

ALCS MVP Adolis García reaches $14M, 2-year deal with Rangers to avoid arbitration, AP sources say

Adolis García and the Texas Rangers have reached an agreement on a $14 million, two-year contract, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing for the AL Championship Series MVP and the World Series champions

February 08, 2024
ALCS MVP Adolis García reaches $14M, 2-year deal with Rangers to avoid arbitration, AP sources say
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José Altuve and Houston Astros agree to new contact adding $125 million for 2025-29

José Altuve and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $125 million, five-year contract that covers 2025-29

February 07, 2024
José Altuve and Houston Astros agree to new contact adding $125 million for 2025-29
Sports

Royals make official SS Bobby Witt Jr.'s mammoth 11-year, $288 million-plus contract

The Royals have officially signed 23-year-old shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to his 11-year deal worth more than $288.7 million guaranteed

February 06, 2024
Royals make official SS Bobby Witt Jr.'s mammoth 11-year, $288 million-plus contract
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Royals agree with SS Bobby Witt Jr. on record deal that could keep him in KC for 14 seasons

The Kansas City Royals and shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. have agreed to the longest contract in franchise history, an 11-year pact that includes three years of team options that could keep the rising star with the ballclub through the 2037 season

February 05, 2024
Royals agree with SS Bobby Witt Jr. on record deal that could keep him in KC for 14 seasons
Sports

Ohtanimania descends on Dodger Stadium as fans get first glimpse of 2-way superstar in blue

Shohei Ohtanimania has descended on Dodger Stadium with fans getting their first in-person glimpse of the two-way superstar wearing blue

February 04, 2024
Ohtanimania descends on Dodger Stadium as fans get first glimpse of 2-way superstar in blue
Sports

Orioles used their terrific farm system to acquire one of the game's star pitchers in Corbin Burnes

When they acquired All-Star right-hander Corbin Burnes, the Baltimore Orioles sent a message to their own fans

February 02, 2024
Orioles used their terrific farm system to acquire one of the game's star pitchers in Corbin Burnes
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Athletics sign lefty Alex Wood, acquire righty Ross Stripling from Giants

Free agent left-hander Alex Wood has agreed to an $8.5 million, one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics, who also acquired right-hander Ross Stripling and cash from the San Francisco Giants

February 02, 2024
Athletics sign lefty Alex Wood, acquire righty Ross Stripling from Giants
Business|News|Sports

Theo Epstein to return to Red Sox as advisor and part-owner of parent company, Fenway Sports Group

Theo Epstein is returning to the Boston Red Sox

February 02, 2024
Theo Epstein to return to Red Sox as advisor and part-owner of parent company, Fenway Sports Group
Sports

Orioles land their ace, acquiring All-Star right-hander Corbin Burnes from Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Brewers have traded All-Star right-hander Corbin Burnes to the Baltimore Orioles for left-hander DL Hall, infield prospect Joey Ortiz and a competitive balance draft pick

February 02, 2024
Orioles land their ace, acquiring All-Star right-hander Corbin Burnes from Milwaukee
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Marlins' Jazz Chisholm loses in salary arbitration on his 26th birthday

Jazz Chisholm Jr. got disappointing news on his 26th birthday, losing to the Miami Marlins in the first salary arbitration decision of the year

February 01, 2024
Marlins' Jazz Chisholm loses in salary arbitration on his 26th birthday
Sports

Wandy Peralta and the Padres agree to a $16.5 million, 4-year contract, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the deal says free-agent reliever Wandy Peralta and the San Diego Padres have agreed to a $16.5 million, four-year contract

January 31, 2024
Wandy Peralta and the Padres agree to a $16.5 million, 4-year contract, AP source says
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Donations pour in to replace destroyed Jackie Robinson statue on his 105th birthday

Donations poured in Wednesday to replace a decimated statue of Jackie Robinson on what would have been the 105th birthday of the first player to break Major League Baseball’s color barrier

January 31, 2024
Donations pour in to replace destroyed Jackie Robinson statue on his 105th birthday
Business|Economy|News|Sports

Cal Ripken Jr. and Grant Hill are part of the investment team that has agreed to buy the Orioles

Cal Ripken Jr. and Grant Hill are part of the investor group that has agreed to buy the Baltimore Orioles

January 31, 2024
Cal Ripken Jr. and Grant Hill are part of the investment team that has agreed to buy the Orioles
Sports

(Base) Path of totality: Guardians' home opener on collision course with solar eclipse in Cleveland

The Cleveland Guardians will have a home opener unlike any in the team's history

January 31, 2024
(Base) Path of totality: Guardians' home opener on collision course with solar eclipse in Cleveland
Crime|News|Sports|US

Burned remnants of prized Jackie Robinson statue found after theft from public park in Kansas

Authorities say fire crews found the burned bronze remnants of a prized statue of Jackie Robinson that was stolen last week from a public park in Kansas

January 30, 2024
Burned remnants of prized Jackie Robinson statue found after theft from public park in Kansas
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Former Blue Jays, Red Sox and Astros manager Jimy Williams dies at age 80

Jimy Williams, the 1999 American League Manager of the Year for Boston who won 910 games over a dozen seasons that included stints with Toronto and Houston, has died

January 29, 2024
Former Blue Jays, Red Sox and Astros manager Jimy Williams dies at age 80
Sports

Tigers give a $28.6 million, 6-year deal to 22-year-old infield prospect Colt Keith

The Detroit Tigers made an unusual bet on a player with no major league experience, agreeing to a six-year contract with 22-year-old Colt Keith that guarantees the infield prospect $28.6 million

January 28, 2024
Tigers give a $28.6 million, 6-year deal to 22-year-old infield prospect Colt Keith
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Just 58 single-team players among 273 in Hall of Fame after addition of Todd Helton and Joe Mauer

Todd Helton and Joe Mauer will become just the sixth pair of players inducted together into the Hall of Fame after spending their big league careers with one organization

January 25, 2024
Just 58 single-team players among 273 in Hall of Fame after addition of Todd Helton and Joe Mauer
Sports

Ichiro Suzuki arrives on next year's Hall of Fame ballot; Sabathia and Hernandez eligible too

Ichiro Suzuki headlines the group of players who are eligible for voting a year from now for baseball's Hall of Fame

January 24, 2024
Ichiro Suzuki arrives on next year's Hall of Fame ballot; Sabathia and Hernandez eligible too
Sports

Rhys Hoskins and Brewers agree to a $34 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

Rhys Hoskins and the Milwaukee Brewers have agreed to a $34 million, two-year contract, filling the team’s opening at first base

January 24, 2024
Rhys Hoskins and Brewers agree to a $34 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
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Left-hander James Paxton agrees to $11 million deal with high-spending Dodgers, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that left-hander James Paxton and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to an $11 million, one-year contract

January 23, 2024
Left-hander James Paxton agrees to $11 million deal with high-spending Dodgers, AP source says
Business|News|Sports

Josh Hader eager to team with Ryan Pressly after reaching $95 million, 5-year deal with Astros

Hard-throwing reliever Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have finalized a $95 million, five-year contract

January 22, 2024
Josh Hader eager to team with Ryan Pressly after reaching $95 million, 5-year deal with Astros
Election|Sports

Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton on track for Hall of Fame election; Billy Wagner close

Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton appeared on track to gain election to Cooperstown on Tuesday, while Billy Wagner was likely to be right around the needed 75% threshold and Gary Sheffield was projected to fall short

January 22, 2024
Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Todd Helton on track for Hall of Fame election; Billy Wagner close
News|Sports

Josh Hader agrees to $95 million, 5-year contract with Astros, AP source says

Aa person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that hard-throwing reliever Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $95 million, five-year contract

January 19, 2024
Josh Hader agrees to $95 million, 5-year contract with Astros, AP source says
Sports

Adrián Beltré on track to be a first-ballot Hall of Fame third baseman

Adrián Beltré could soon be a first-ballot Hall of Fame third baseman

January 19, 2024
Adrián Beltré on track to be a first-ballot Hall of Fame third baseman
Sports

Astros reliever Graveman to miss 2024 season after right shoulder surgery

Houston reliever Kendall Graveman will miss the 2024 season after having surgery on his right shoulder

January 16, 2024
Astros reliever Graveman to miss 2024 season after right shoulder surgery
Business|Sports

Dusty Baker returning to the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant, AP source says

Dusty Baker is returning to the San Francisco Giants for a third stint with the team, this time as a special assistant in the front office, according to a person with direct knowledge of the hire

January 16, 2024
Dusty Baker returning to the San Francisco Giants as a special assistant, AP source says
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Jordan Hicks and Giants agree to $44 million, 4-year contract, AP source says

Free-agent pitcher Jordan Hicks and the San Francisco Giants have agreed on a $44 million, four-year contract, a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations said

January 13, 2024
Jordan Hicks and Giants agree to $44 million, 4-year contract, AP source says
Sports

Braves extend general manager Alex Anthopoulos' contract through 2031 season

The Atlanta Braves have agreed to a contract extension with general manager Alex Anthopoulos that will keep him with the six-time reigning NL East champions through the 2031 season

January 12, 2024
Braves extend general manager Alex Anthopoulos' contract through 2031 season
Sports

Soto gets record $31 million, 1-year deal with Yankees. Guerrero asks for $19.9M from Blue Jays

Juan Soto and the New York Yankees have agreed to a $31 million, one-year contract that broke Shohei Ohtani’s record for an arbitration-eligible player

January 12, 2024
Soto gets record $31 million, 1-year deal with Yankees. Guerrero asks for $19.9M from Blue Jays
Sports

Marcus Stroman and Yankees agree to $37 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that pitcher Marcus Stroman and the New York Yankees have agreed to a $37 million, two-year contract

January 12, 2024
Marcus Stroman and Yankees agree to $37 million, 2-year contract, AP source says
Business|News|Sports|US

Juan Soto, Yanks agree to $31 million deal, record for arbitration-eligible player

Juan Soto and the New York Yankees have agreed to a $31 million, one-year contract, breaking Shohei Ohtani’s record for an arbitration-eligible player

January 12, 2024
Juan Soto, Yanks agree to $31 million deal, record for arbitration-eligible player
News|Sports|US

Bud Harrelson, scrappy Mets shortstop who once fought Pete Rose, dies at 79

Bud Harrelson, the scrappy and sure-handed shortstop who fought Pete Rose on the field during a playoff game and helped the New York Mets win an astonishing championship, died early Thursday morning

January 11, 2024
Bud Harrelson, scrappy Mets shortstop who once fought Pete Rose, dies at 79
Business|News|Sports

Left-hander Shōta Imanaga and Chicago Cubs finalize $53 million, 4-year contract

Japanese left-hander Shōta Imanaga and the Chicago Cubs finalized a $53 million, four-year contract, a deal that includes a club option that could make the agreement worth $80 million over five seasons

January 11, 2024
Left-hander Shōta Imanaga and Chicago Cubs finalize $53 million, 4-year contract
Americas|Crime|Sports|US

Rays shortstop Wander Franco faces lesser charge as judge analyzes evidence in ongoing probe

Wander Franco is facing a lesser charge after a judge in the Dominican Republic analyzed evidence that alleges the Tampa Bay Rays shortstop had a relationship with a 14-year-old girl and paid her mother thousands of dollars for her consent

January 09, 2024
Rays shortstop Wander Franco faces lesser charge as judge analyzes evidence in ongoing probe
Business|Sports

Sean Manaea has become the latest pitcher to join the Mets' revamped rotation, AP source says

A person familiar with the agreement tells The Associated Press that Sean Manaea became the latest pitcher to join the revamped rotation of the New York Mets, agreeing to a $28 million, two-year contract

January 07, 2024
Sean Manaea has become the latest pitcher to join the Mets' revamped rotation, AP source says
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Robbie Ray traded from Mariners to Giants in deal that sends Mitch Haniger back to Seattle

Robbie Ray has been traded from Seattle to San Francisco for outfielder Mitch Haniger and pitcher Anthony DeSclafani in a swap of underperforming players coming off injuries

January 05, 2024
Robbie Ray traded from Mariners to Giants in deal that sends Mitch Haniger back to Seattle
Americas|Crime|Sports

Dominican judge orders conditional release of Rays shortstop Wander Franco while probe continues

A judge in the Dominican Republic has ordered the conditional release of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco

January 05, 2024
Dominican judge orders conditional release of Rays shortstop Wander Franco while probe continues
Business|Sports|US

Braves rework Sale's contract, agree to $38 million, 2-year deal with '26 club option

The Atlanta Braves have reworked the contract for newcomer Chris Sale, announcing a $38 million, two-year deal with the left-handed pitcher who was acquired last weekend from the Boston Red Sox

January 04, 2024
Braves rework Sale's contract, agree to $38 million, 2-year deal with '26 club option
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Yamamoto's contract with Dodgers includes 2 opt outs, but timing depends on elbow health

Yoshinobu Yamamoto will have two opportunities to opt out of his record $325 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, although the timing is tied to his pitching elbow’s health

January 02, 2024
Yamamoto's contract with Dodgers includes 2 opt outs, but timing depends on elbow health
Sports

Oft-injured left-hander Chris Sale is traded to Braves from Red Sox for infielder Vaughn Grissom

Chris Sale’s injury-filled career with the Boston Red Sox ended when the 34-year-old left-hander was traded to the Atlanta Braves for infielder Vaughn Grissom

December 30, 2023
Oft-injured left-hander Chris Sale is traded to Braves from Red Sox for infielder Vaughn Grissom
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RHP Lucas Giolito agrees to 2-year contract with the Boston Red Sox, AP source says

The Boston Red Sox have added Lucas Giolito to their rotation, agreeing to a $38.5 million, two-year contract with the right-hander

December 29, 2023
RHP Lucas Giolito agrees to 2-year contract with the Boston Red Sox, AP source says
Business|News|Sports|US

Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins the Los Angeles Dodgers, vows to compete for championships alongside Ohtani

The Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their 12-year deal with Yoshinobu Yamamoto

December 27, 2023
Yoshinobu Yamamoto joins the Los Angeles Dodgers, vows to compete for championships alongside Ohtani
Business|Finance|Sports

New York Mets hit with record luxury tax of nearly $101 million for season of fourth-place finish

The New York Mets must pay a record luxury tax of nearly $101 million after a fourth-place finish in their division, among an unprecedented eight teams that owe the penalty for the 2023 season

December 23, 2023
New York Mets hit with record luxury tax of nearly $101 million for season of fourth-place finish
Business|Economy|News|Sports|US

Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs

Proposals for new and improved sports stadiums are proliferating across the U.S. and could come with a hefty price tag for taxpayers

December 23, 2023
Plans abounding for new sports stadiums across the US, carrying hefty public costs
Sports

Ryan Minor, Orioles 3B who replaced Cal Ripken at the end of his record-setting streak, dies at 49

Former Baltimore Orioles infielder Ryan Minor has died at age 49

December 23, 2023
Ryan Minor, Orioles 3B who replaced Cal Ripken at the end of his record-setting streak, dies at 49
Sports

Shelby Miller and Tigers agree to $3.25M, 1-year contract that could be worth $11M for 2 years

Right-hander Shelby Miller agreed to a $3.25 million, one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers, a deal that includes a team option for 2025 and performance bonuses that could be worth up to $11 million over two seasons if he closes regularly

December 22, 2023
Shelby Miller and Tigers agree to $3.25M, 1-year contract that could be worth $11M for 2 years
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Prized pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto agrees with Dodgers on $325 million deal, according to reports

Prized free-agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Los Angeles Dodgers have agreed to a $325 million, 12-year contract, according to multiple reports

December 22, 2023
Prized pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto agrees with Dodgers on $325 million deal, according to reports
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The Yankees have already given Yoshinobu Yamamoto a No. 18 jersey. Aaron Boone hopes he keeps it

Yoshinobu Yamamoto already has New York Yankees pinstripes with No. 18, the numeral prized by many Japanese pitchers

December 21, 2023
The Yankees have already given Yoshinobu Yamamoto a No. 18 jersey. Aaron Boone hopes he keeps it
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MLB is widening the runner's lane to first, changing a rule that has caused World Series controversy

Major League Baseball is widening the runner’s lane approaching first base to include a portion of fair territory, changing a more than century-old rule that caused World Series controversy over possible interference calls

December 21, 2023
MLB is widening the runner's lane to first, changing a rule that has caused World Series controversy
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Pirates star Andrew McCutchen staying in Pittsburgh after agreeing to 1-year deal worth $5 million

Andrew McCutchen isn’t going anywhere

December 19, 2023
Pirates star Andrew McCutchen staying in Pittsburgh after agreeing to 1-year deal worth $5 million
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Wander Franco earns $700,000 bonus from MLB pool despite ongoing investigation

Wander Franco will receive a bonus from Major League Baseball of more than $700,000 despite being placed on administrative leave in August while under investigation for an alleged relationship with a minor

December 18, 2023
Wander Franco earns $700,000 bonus from MLB pool despite ongoing investigation
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Shohei Ohtani's video pitch helps lure pitcher Tyler Glasnow to his 'dream team' the Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani has already notched a win for the Los Angeles Dodgers

December 18, 2023
Shohei Ohtani's video pitch helps lure pitcher Tyler Glasnow to his 'dream team' the Dodgers
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Seattle's Julio Rodríguez tops pre-arbitration bonus pool at nearly $1.87 million

Seattle center fielder Julio Rodríguez will receive the largest amount in the $50 million pool for pre-arbitration players, earning $1,865,349

December 18, 2023
Seattle's Julio Rodríguez tops pre-arbitration bonus pool at nearly $1.87 million
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Maryland officials approve a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

Maryland officials have approved a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards

December 18, 2023
Maryland officials approve a lease extension for the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards
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Tyler Glasnow traded to Dodgers from Rays after agreeing to $136.5 million, 5-year contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized their second major move this offseason, acquiring Tyler Glasnow from the Tampa Bay Rays in a four-player trade after the pitcher agreed to a $136.5 million, five-year contract

December 16, 2023
Tyler Glasnow traded to Dodgers from Rays after agreeing to $136.5 million, 5-year contract
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After 6 years together, Angels move on from Shohei Ohtani's departure for the Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani left several massive holes in the Los Angeles Angels when he moved to the Dodgers this week

December 15, 2023
After 6 years together, Angels move on from Shohei Ohtani's departure for the Dodgers
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Michael Wacha gets $32M, 2-year deal with Royals, Hunter Renfroe $13M contract, AP sources say

People familiar with the negotiations tell The Associated Press the Kansas City Royals made a pair of free-agent moves, agreeing to a $32 million, two-year contract with pitcher Michael Wacha and a $13 million, two-year deal with outfielder Hunter Renfroe

December 15, 2023
Michael Wacha gets $32M, 2-year deal with Royals, Hunter Renfroe $13M contract, AP sources say
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Max Scherzer has back surgery and will miss start of 2024 season for World Series champion Rangers

Max Scherzer had surgery for a herniated disk in his lower back and will miss the start of next season for the World Series champion Texas Rangers

December 15, 2023
Max Scherzer has back surgery and will miss start of 2024 season for World Series champion Rangers
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Orioles lease at Camden Yards headed to a vote

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says a long-term agreement between the Baltimore Orioles and the Maryland Stadium Authority to extend a lease at Camden Yards is moving forward for a vote by state officials next week

December 15, 2023
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says Orioles lease at Camden Yards headed to a vote
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Clayton Kershaw 'doing really well' after shoulder surgery while mulling future pitching plans

Clayton Kershaw said he is recovering well after recent shoulder surgery and has yet to decide where and when to sign his next contract

December 14, 2023
Clayton Kershaw 'doing really well' after shoulder surgery while mulling future pitching plans
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In first news conference with Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani dodges questions about Tommy John surgery

Shohei Ohtani opened his first news conference with the Los Angeles Dodgers by dodging questions about whether he had a second Tommy John surgery

December 14, 2023
In first news conference with Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani dodges questions about Tommy John surgery
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Larry Doby, pioneering Black baseball star, given Congressional Gold Medal

Larry Doby, who in 1947 became the second Black player to break baseball's color barrier, leading the Cleveland Indians to a World Series championship the following year,

December 13, 2023
Larry Doby, pioneering Black baseball star, given Congressional Gold Medal
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Zaidi: Giants made comparable offer to $700M deal Shohei Ohtani received from rival Dodgers

The San Francisco Giants made three offers to Shohei Ohtani, including a final proposal that president of baseball operations Farhan Zaidi called “very comparable if not identical” to the record $700 million, 10-year contract the Japanese two-way star agreed to with the rival Los Angeles Dodgers

December 13, 2023
Zaidi: Giants made comparable offer to $700M deal Shohei Ohtani received from rival Dodgers
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Deflecting questions about long-term deal, Juan Soto looks forward to playing with Yankees in 2024

In his first public comments since the Yankees acquired him from San Diego, three-time All-Star Juan Soto deflected questions about a possible long-term deal with the Yankees

December 12, 2023
Deflecting questions about long-term deal, Juan Soto looks forward to playing with Yankees in 2024
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Ohtani's Dodgers contract has $680 million deferred, lowering tax value to $46 million annually

Shohei Ohtani will receive just $20 million of his $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers over the next 10 years, with $680 million payable from 2034-43 in an unusual structure that gives the team greater payroll flexibility in coming seasons

December 11, 2023
Ohtani's Dodgers contract has $680 million deferred, lowering tax value to $46 million annually
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Royals agree with reliever Will Smith on $5 million deal for 2024, AP source says

A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that left-handed reliever Will Smith and the Royals are in agreement on a $5 million deal for next season

December 10, 2023
Royals agree with reliever Will Smith on $5 million deal for 2024, AP source says
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The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch — but also because he can sell

Shohei Ohtani’s jaw-dropping $700 million, 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers has some similarities to other contracts for the world’s biggest sports stars, including soccer icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, along with NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes

December 10, 2023
The Dodgers gave Shohei Ohtani $700 million to hit and pitch — but also because he can sell
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Ohtani cashes in as fans in Japan wait for him to deliver more goods and play in a World Series

Now that Shohei Ohtani has his money — a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers — some fans in Japan are waiting for one more thing to complete the deal

December 10, 2023
Ohtani cashes in as fans in Japan wait for him to deliver more goods and play in a World Series
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Eduardo Rodriguez and Arizona Diamondbacks agree to $80 million, 4-year deal, AP source says

The Arizona Diamondbacks and pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez have agreed to an $80 million, four-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal

December 07, 2023
Eduardo Rodriguez and Arizona Diamondbacks agree to $80 million, 4-year deal, AP source says
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Yankees get Soto from Padres. Ohtani and Yamamoto still up for grabs as winter meetings end

Juan Soto found a new home with the New York Yankees as the winter meetings ended, while Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto were still up for grabs as team officials headed home with the bulk of their business yet to be done

December 07, 2023
Yankees get Soto from Padres. Ohtani and Yamamoto still up for grabs as winter meetings end
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Mets owner Steve Cohen went to Japan to meet with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns went to Japan before the winter meetings to speak with free agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto and his family

December 06, 2023
Mets owner Steve Cohen went to Japan to meet with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto
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The Yankees hope chance meeting, scouting helps land Japanese pitcher Yamamoto

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone has met Japanese pitching sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto

December 06, 2023
The Yankees hope chance meeting, scouting helps land Japanese pitcher Yamamoto
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The Angels will not trade 3-time AL MVP Mike Trout, general manager confirms

The Los Angeles Angels will not trade three-time AL MVP Mike Trout

December 05, 2023
The Angels will not trade 3-time AL MVP Mike Trout, general manager confirms
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Shohei Ohtani met with the Dodgers in LA for 2-3 hours, manager Dave Roberts says

Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed at the winter meetings

December 05, 2023
Shohei Ohtani met with the Dodgers in LA for 2-3 hours, manager Dave Roberts says
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Waiting for Shohei: MLB free-agent market slow as Ohtani mulls big money

Big-name free agents appear in no hurry to strike deals at the winter meetings, biding time until Shohei Ohtani potentially breaks the record for richest contract set 4 1/2 years ago by Mike Trout

December 05, 2023
Waiting for Shohei: MLB free-agent market slow as Ohtani mulls big money
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Braves acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales as Mariners dump salary

The Atlanta Braves acquired outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales and infielder Evan White from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for pitchers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar

December 04, 2023
Braves acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales as Mariners dump salary
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Jim Leyland elected to baseball's Hall of Fame, becomes 23rd manager in Cooperstown

Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to a World Series title in 1997 and won 1,769 regular-season games over 22 seasons as an entertaining and at-times crusty big league manager, was elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame

December 04, 2023
Jim Leyland elected to baseball's Hall of Fame, becomes 23rd manager in Cooperstown
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Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger selected MLB's Comeback Players of the Year

Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger have been selected Major League Baseball’s Comeback Players of the Year

November 28, 2023
Reliever Liam Hendriks and outfielder Cody Bellinger selected MLB's Comeback Players of the Year
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Cardinals get AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray with $75M deal to anchor revamped starting rotation

The St. Louis Cardinals agreed with AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray on a $75 million, three-year contract to anchor their staff heading into next season

November 27, 2023
Cardinals get AL Cy Young runner-up Sonny Gray with $75M deal to anchor revamped starting rotation
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Former New York Mets catcher Ron Hodges dies at 74

Ron Hodges, a catcher who spent his entire 12-season major league career with the New York Mets, has died

November 24, 2023
Former New York Mets catcher Ron Hodges dies at 74
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Willie Hernández, MVP and Cy Young winner for champion 1984 Detroit Tigers, dies at 69

Three-time All-Star relief pitcher Willie Hernández, who won the 1984 Cy Young and Most Valuable Player awards as part of the World Series champion Detroit Tigers, has died

November 21, 2023
Willie Hernández, MVP and Cy Young winner for champion 1984 Detroit Tigers, dies at 69
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Padres give Mike Shildt another chance to manage 2 years after his Cardinals exit

Mike Shildt has been hired as manager of the San Diego Padres, returning to the dugout two years after he was suddenly fired by the St. Louis Cardinals following a third straight playoff appearance

November 21, 2023
Padres give Mike Shildt another chance to manage 2 years after his Cardinals exit
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Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley among 12 newcomers on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot

Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer, Chase Utley, David Wright, José Bautista and Matt Holliday are among 12 new candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday

November 20, 2023
Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer and Chase Utley among 12 newcomers on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot
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Nola's $172 million, 7-year deal with Phillies includes bonus if traded in 2024 or '25

Pitcher Aaron Nola will get yearly salaries of $24,571,428 in his $172 million, seven-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies

November 20, 2023
Nola's $172 million, 7-year deal with Phillies includes bonus if traded in 2024 or '25
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Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, signing a 7-year deal with the Phillies

Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, after all

November 19, 2023
Aaron Nola is staying in Philadelphia, signing a 7-year deal with the Phillies
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Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades

Starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff was cut loose by Milwaukee and former AL Rookie of the Year Kyle Lewis by Arizona, among 63 players who became free agents when their teams declined to offer 2024 contracts

November 18, 2023
Woodruff, Lewis among 63 new free agents as 19 players reach deals and teams make flurry of trades
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MLB cancels 2025 Paris games after failing to find promoter, AP sources say

Major League Baseball has canceled plans to play regular-season games in Paris in 2025 after failing to find a promoter, two people familiar with the decision told The Associated Press

November 16, 2023
MLB cancels 2025 Paris games after failing to find promoter, AP sources say
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Gerrit Cole a unanimous winner of his 1st AL Cy Young Award. Blake Snell takes the NL prize

Gerrit Cole was a unanimous winner of his first American League Cy Young Award, and Blake Snell took the NL honor in becoming the seventh hurler to earn baseball’s top pitching prize in both leagues

November 15, 2023
Gerrit Cole a unanimous winner of his 1st AL Cy Young Award. Blake Snell takes the NL prize
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Baltimore's Brandon Hyde, Miami's Skip Schumaker win Manager of the Year honors

Brandon Hyde was voted American League Manager of the Year after guiding the Baltimore Orioles to an AL-best 101 victories just two years after a 110-loss season

November 14, 2023
Baltimore's Brandon Hyde, Miami's Skip Schumaker win Manager of the Year honors
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Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger among 7 free agents to turn down $20M qualifying offers

Shohei Ohtani was among seven players who turned down $20,325,000 qualifying offers from their former teams and remained on the free agent market to pursue more lucrative contracts

November 14, 2023
Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger among 7 free agents to turn down $20M qualifying offers
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Mendoza starts Mets job emphasizing how close team was to success in 2022, not this year's fall

Carlos Mendoza began his tenure as New York Mets manager emphasizing how close the team was to success in 2022, not how far it descended this year

November 14, 2023
Mendoza starts Mets job emphasizing how close team was to success in 2022, not this year's fall
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For Craig Counsell, the chance to manage the Cubs was one he couldn't pass up

Craig Counsell was ready for a new challenge and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to manage the Chicago Cubs

November 13, 2023
For Craig Counsell, the chance to manage the Cubs was one he couldn't pass up
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Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source says

Joe Espada will be introduced as manager of the Houston Astros on Monday, a person familiar with the hiring told The Associated Press

November 12, 2023
Astros will promote bench coach Joe Espada to be manager, replacing Dusty Baker, AP source says
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The Nationals have a new first base coach doo doo doo doo doo doo. It's Gerardo 'Baby Shark' Parra

Gerardo Parra — of “Baby Shark” fame — will be the new first base coach for the Washington Nationals as part of a series of changes to manager Dave Martinez’s staff

November 10, 2023
The Nationals have a new first base coach doo doo doo doo doo doo. It's Gerardo 'Baby Shark' Parra
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Oakland A's fans send MLB owners 'Stay In Oakland' boxes as Las Vegas vote nears

A devoted group of Bay Area baseball fans have sent “Stay In Oakland” boxes to 15 Major League Baseball team owners, imploring them to vote no on the team's planned relocation to Las Vegas

November 09, 2023
Oakland A's fans send MLB owners 'Stay In Oakland' boxes as Las Vegas vote nears
Sports

The designated hitter hasn't always lived up to its title after 2 full MLB seasons in both leagues

The universal designated hitter has been part of Major League Baseball for two full seasons and, much to the chagrin of some National League traditionalists, the sport has survived and even thrived

November 09, 2023
The designated hitter hasn't always lived up to its title after 2 full MLB seasons in both leagues
Sports

Bryce Harper to play first base full-time for Phillies as franchise moves on from Rhys Hoskins

The Philadelphia Phillies have decided that Bryce Harper is the team’s first baseman of the future, which means the franchise is also moving on from slugger Rhys Hoskins

November 08, 2023
Bryce Harper to play first base full-time for Phillies as franchise moves on from Rhys Hoskins
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Ohtani free agency sweepstakes off to a clandestine start at MLB's general manager meetings

The race to add two-way baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani in a blockbuster free agency deal is off to a clandestine start

November 08, 2023
Ohtani free agency sweepstakes off to a clandestine start at MLB's general manager meetings
Sports

If you think the World Series sped by, it did. 9-inning games averaged the fastest time in 27 years

Nine-inning World Series games averaged 3 hours, 1 minute, the fastest since 1996, according to the Elias Sports Bureau

November 07, 2023
If you think the World Series sped by, it did. 9-inning games averaged the fastest time in 27 years
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Ohtani and Texas teammates Seager, Semien are AL MVP finalists. NL trio is Acuña, Betts, Freeman

Two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is a finalist for the AL MVP award, along with teammates Corey Seager and Marcus Semien of the World Series champion Texas Rangers

November 07, 2023
Ohtani and Texas teammates Seager, Semien are AL MVP finalists. NL trio is Acuña, Betts, Freeman
Sports

Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger among 7 to get qualifying offers as 168 free agents hit the market

Two-way star Shohei Ohtani was among seven players given $20,325,000 qualifying offers by their former teams as the free agent market opened for 168 players

November 06, 2023
Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger among 7 to get qualifying offers as 168 free agents hit the market
Sports

Domingo Germán cut by Yanks 5 months after perfect game, 3 months after starting alcohol treatment

Domingo Germán became a free agent when he refused an outright assignment to the minor leagues from the New York Yankees, five months after he pitched Major League Baseball’s 24th perfect game and three months after he entered alcohol abuse treatment

November 06, 2023
Domingo Germán cut by Yanks 5 months after perfect game, 3 months after starting alcohol treatment
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New York Mets hiring Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza as manager, AP source says

The New York Mets are hiring Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza as their manager, according to a person familiar with the decision

November 06, 2023
New York Mets hiring Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza as manager, AP source says
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Chicago Cubs hire manager Craig Counsell away from Milwaukee in surprising move

The Chicago Cubs have hired manager Craig Counsell away from Milwaukee, landing the former big leaguer with a record-breaking contract and firing David Ross in a tandem of surprising moves

November 06, 2023
Chicago Cubs hire manager Craig Counsell away from Milwaukee in surprising move
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Guardians hire former All-Star catcher Stephen Vogt as their new manager to replace Terry Francona

The Cleveland Guardians have hired Stephen Vogt, a journeyman catcher with no managerial experience, as their new manager to replace Terry Francona

November 06, 2023
Guardians hire former All-Star catcher Stephen Vogt as their new manager to replace Terry Francona
Sports

Marlins hire Peter Bendix to lead their front office. He leaves his job as Rays GM for Miami

The Miami Marlins have hired Tampa Bay general manager Peter Bendix to head their baseball operations department

November 06, 2023
Marlins hire Peter Bendix to lead their front office. He leaves his job as Rays GM for Miami
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Chapman, Kiermaier win 4th Gold Gloves; rookies Volpe and Doyle also win

Toronto third baseman Matt Chapman and outfielder Kevin Kiermaier won their fourth Gold Gloves, while New York Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe and Colorado rookie center fielder Brenton Doyle were among 13 first-time winners

November 06, 2023
Chapman, Kiermaier win 4th Gold Gloves; rookies Volpe and Doyle also win
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Joey Votto posts a video thanking Cincinnati after Reds decline his contract option and let him go

Joey Votto's time with the Cincinnati Reds apparently is over, and he's taken to social media to thank the fans

November 05, 2023
Joey Votto posts a video thanking Cincinnati after Reds decline his contract option and let him go
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Reds decline $20M option on Joey Votto, likely ending Cincinnati career after 17 seasons

Joey Votto’s $20 million option for 2024 was declined by the Reds, making the first baseman a free agent and likely ending his career with Cincinnati after 17 seasons

November 04, 2023
Reds decline $20M option on Joey Votto, likely ending Cincinnati career after 17 seasons
Sports

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw undergoes shoulder surgery, says he hopes to return next summer

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw has undergone left shoulder surgery and anticipated being sidelined until next summer

November 03, 2023
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw undergoes shoulder surgery, says he hopes to return next summer
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World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV history

The Texas Rangers' 5-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks for their first championship on Wednesday night drew the largest audience of this World Series

November 02, 2023
World Series averaged 9.11 million viewers, making it the least-watched Fall Classic in TV history
Sports

Ohtani, Bellinger, Montgomery, Snell head free agent market. Players can start contract talks Monday

Shohei Ohtani, Cody Bellinger, Jordan Montgomery, Blake Snell and Aaron Nola were among the 130 players who became free agents as baseball’s business season began the day following the Texas Rangers’ first World Series title

November 02, 2023
Ohtani, Bellinger, Montgomery, Snell head free agent market. Players can start contract talks Monday
Sports

Nelson Cruz retires at age 43 after hitting 464 homers in 19 seasons

Nelson Cruz says he is retiring at age 43 after hitting 464 home runs in 19 major league seasons

November 02, 2023
Nelson Cruz retires at age 43 after hitting 464 homers in 19 seasons
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Braves re-sign pitcher Jiménez to a $26 million, three-year contract, further bolstering bullpen

The Atlanta Braves have re-signed right-handed reliever Joe Jiménez to a $26 million, three-year contract, further bolstering their bullpen

November 02, 2023
Braves re-sign pitcher Jiménez to a $26 million, three-year contract, further bolstering bullpen
Sports

Bochy adds to legacy with 4th World Series title, and 1st for Rangers, in his return to majors

The longer Bruce Bochy was away from baseball, the more he missed the game

November 02, 2023
Bochy adds to legacy with 4th World Series title, and 1st for Rangers, in his return to majors
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Corey Seager earns second World Series MVP, joining Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson and Reggie Jackson

Corey Seager was voted the World Series Most Valuable Player after leading the Texas Rangers over the Arizona Diamondbacks for their first title

November 02, 2023
Corey Seager earns second World Series MVP, joining Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson and Reggie Jackson
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Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5

Nathan Eovaldi pitched six gutsy innings, Mitch Garver broke a scoreless tie with an RBI single in the seventh and the Texas Rangers won their first World Series championship by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game 5

November 02, 2023
Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5
Sports

D-backs' Zac Gallen loses World Series no-hit bid on Corey Seager's leadoff single in 7th inning

Zac Gallen spent six innings looking like Don Larsen, the possibility of a World Series no-hitter flashing through his mind

November 02, 2023
D-backs' Zac Gallen loses World Series no-hit bid on Corey Seager's leadoff single in 7th inning
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Catcher Luke Maile guaranteed $3.5 million from contract with Cincinnati Reds

Catcher Luke Maile is guaranteed $3.5 million under his one-year contract with the Cincinnati Reds, which prevents him from becoming a free agent after the World Series

November 01, 2023
Catcher Luke Maile guaranteed $3.5 million from contract with Cincinnati Reds
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Semien's 5 RBIs, Seager's home run lead Rangers over Diamondbacks 11-7 for 3-1 World Series lead

Marcus Semien’s two-run triple and three-run homer powered Texas to a 10-run lead by the third inning, Corey Seager hit another long home run and the Rangers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 11-7 to move ahead three games to one in the World Series

November 01, 2023
Semien's 5 RBIs, Seager's home run lead Rangers over Diamondbacks 11-7 for 3-1 World Series lead
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Games 2 and 3 of the World Series were the least-viewed in recorded Fall Classic history

The fears of this year’s World Series between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks becoming the least-viewed Fall Classic in TV history are becoming a reality

October 31, 2023
Games 2 and 3 of the World Series were the least-viewed in recorded Fall Classic history
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Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo woke up `steaming' mad over umpire Alfonso Márquez's strike call

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo was still angry hours later with umpire Alfonso Márquez over a 3-1 pitch to Gabriel Moreno that was called a strike despite being well outside in the ninth inning of the Diamondbacks’ 3-1 loss to the Texas Rangers in World Series Game 3

October 31, 2023
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo woke up `steaming' mad over umpire Alfonso Márquez's strike call
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Dodgers' Mookie Betts hopes MLB teams consider signing 'awesome guy' Trevor Bauer, report says

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Mookie Betts says he hopes major league teams consider signing pitcher Trevor Bauer this winter

October 31, 2023
Dodgers' Mookie Betts hopes MLB teams consider signing 'awesome guy' Trevor Bauer, report says
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D-backs' Christian Walker blows through stop sign, hosed by Adolis García in Game 3 of World Series

Christian Walker ran through a stop sign and right into a costly out in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 3-1 loss to the Texas Rangers in Game 3 of the World Series

October 31, 2023
D-backs' Christian Walker blows through stop sign, hosed by Adolis García in Game 3 of World Series
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Frank Howard, former All-Star, home run champ and World Series winner, dies at 87

Former major leaguer Frank Howard has died at the age of 87

October 30, 2023
Frank Howard, former All-Star, home run champ and World Series winner, dies at 87
Sports

Cleveland Guardians interview Brewers manager Craig Counsell for managerial job, AP source says

A person familiar with the meeting tells The Associated Press that Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell is meeting with the Cleveland Guardians about their managerial opening

October 30, 2023
Cleveland Guardians interview Brewers manager Craig Counsell for managerial job, AP source says
Sports

Thrice traded for past October stars, Jonah Heim is now anchoring a World Series team in Texas

Jonah Heim had played only 13 big league games before being traded for the third time

October 30, 2023
Thrice traded for past October stars, Jonah Heim is now anchoring a World Series team in Texas
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Rangers' Scherzer being glued together for start vs. Diamondbacks in World Series Game 3

Max Scherzer is being glued together to make his start in World Series Game 3

October 30, 2023
Rangers' Scherzer being glued together for start vs. Diamondbacks in World Series Game 3
Sports

D-backs, Rangers combine for no errors in first two World Series games, continuing year-long trend

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers combined for zero errors over the first two games of the Fall Classic, which is the first time that’s happened since 2018

October 29, 2023
D-backs, Rangers combine for no errors in first two World Series games, continuing year-long trend
Sports

GMs Mike Hazen and Chris Young face off in World Series 25 years after meeting at Princeton

Twenty-five years after they first met at Princeton, Chris Young and Mike Hazen are facing off in the World Series as architects of pennant-winning teams

October 29, 2023
GMs Mike Hazen and Chris Young face off in World Series 25 years after meeting at Princeton
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Max Scherzer is set to start Game 3 of the World Series for the Rangers

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer is set to start Game 3 of the World Series for Texas against Arizona

October 28, 2023
Max Scherzer is set to start Game 3 of the World Series for the Rangers
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Dominant throughout October, Diamondbacks bullpen falters in World Series Game 1 defeat

Paul Sewald gave up a tying two-run homer to Corey Seager with one out in the ninth inning and Miguel Castro allowed Adolis García's game-ending home run in the 11th as Arizona opened the World Series with a 6-5 loss at Texas

October 28, 2023
Dominant throughout October, Diamondbacks bullpen falters in World Series Game 1 defeat
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Rob Manfred says it would be difficult to pause MLB's season for the 2028 LA Olympics

Bryce Harper wants big leaguers to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, but Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says pausing the regular season to make that happen would be difficult

October 27, 2023
Rob Manfred says it would be difficult to pause MLB's season for the 2028 LA Olympics
Sports

World Series: Max Scherzer the most accomplished player to have spent time with D-backs and Rangers

The most accomplished player to have spent time with both the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers is Max Scherzer

October 27, 2023
World Series: Max Scherzer the most accomplished player to have spent time with D-backs and Rangers
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Former President George W. Bush to throw out ceremonial first pitch before World Series opener

Former President George W

October 27, 2023
Former President George W. Bush to throw out ceremonial first pitch before World Series opener
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García was let go by 2 teams, including the Rangers, the team he's led to the World Series

Adolis García has gone from being twice designated for assignment to becoming a record-setting AL Championship Series MVP who is now in the World Series

October 26, 2023
García was let go by 2 teams, including the Rangers, the team he's led to the World Series
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Dusty Baker Appreciation: An example of care and humility on the baseball diamond and far beyond

Dusty Baker’s bright smile, genuine care and love for people will live on in his remarkable baseball legacy as much as that signature toothpick, his baseball wisdom and winning into his mid-70s

October 26, 2023
Dusty Baker Appreciation: An example of care and humility on the baseball diamond and far beyond
Sports

Arizona Diamondbacks take series of slights into surprise World Series against Texas Rangers

Overlooked by oddsmakers and angered by analysts, the Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves in a Surprise Series against the also unexpected Texas Rangers

October 26, 2023
Arizona Diamondbacks take series of slights into surprise World Series against Texas Rangers
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Miller and Márquez joined by 5 first-time World Series umpires for Fall Classic

Bill Miller and Alfonso Márquez will be joined by five first-time World Series umpires when the Texas Rangers play the Arizona Diamondbacks

October 26, 2023
Miller and Márquez joined by 5 first-time World Series umpires for Fall Classic
Sports

Dusty Baker hopes to find a new calling after retiring as Astros manager

As Dusty Baker officially ended one notable chapter in his illustrious career, he said Thursday he feels an obligation to do more around the game with his next one

October 26, 2023
Dusty Baker hopes to find a new calling after retiring as Astros manager
Sports

Stolen bases and batting average are up, game times down in first postseason with MLB's new rules

Stolen bases and batting averages are up and game times are down in the first postseason with the pitch clock and larger bases

October 26, 2023
Stolen bases and batting average are up, game times down in first postseason with MLB's new rules
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Rangers now focus on playing as well at home in World Series vs Arizona as they have on road

The Texas Rangers have played only four home games over the past month, and lost all three in the AL Championship Series

October 25, 2023
Rangers now focus on playing as well at home in World Series vs Arizona as they have on road
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Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the Houston Astros

Dusty Baker has retired as manager of the Houston Astros, ending an illustrious 26-year career as a big league skipper highlighted by a World Series win last season

October 25, 2023
Dusty Baker tells newspaper he is retiring as manager of the Houston Astros
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Eovaldi set for 1st career World Series start with Rangers. Gallen gets Game 1 for Diamondbacks

Nathan Eovaldi will start Game 1 of the World Series for the Rangers against the Arizona Diamondbacks

October 25, 2023
Eovaldi set for 1st career World Series start with Rangers. Gallen gets Game 1 for Diamondbacks
Sports

D-backs' Lovullo and Hazen navigated difficult years — on field and off — en route to World Series

Some say the Arizona Diamondbacks are ahead of schedule, advancing all the way to the World Series with a young roster that was supposed to need a few more years of seasoning before hitting the sport’s biggest stage

October 25, 2023
D-backs' Lovullo and Hazen navigated difficult years — on field and off — en route to World Series
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Phillies hope crushing NLCS collapse won't lead to next generation of failure

Bryce Harper said all the right things about how he could have done more to lead the Phillies back to the World Series

October 25, 2023
Phillies hope crushing NLCS collapse won't lead to next generation of failure
Sports

Bob Melvin is coming home to San Francisco as Giants manager after an uneasy time in San Diego

The San Francisco Giants are counting on Bob Melvin turning them back into a contender, hiring the veteran manager away from the division rival San Diego Padres

October 25, 2023
Bob Melvin is coming home to San Francisco as Giants manager after an uneasy time in San Diego
Sports

Rangers back in World Series, 12 years after twice being 1 strike from title

The Texas Rangers are back in the World Series for the first time since twice being within one strike of winning the 2011 title

October 24, 2023
Rangers back in World Series, 12 years after twice being 1 strike from title
Sports

Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were ‘playing from behind the whole season'

Coming a win shy of reaching the World Series would be considered a successful season for most teams

October 24, 2023
Faced with injuries and an improving AL West, Astros were ‘playing from behind the whole season'
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Bob Melvin is leaving the San Diego Padres to manage the San Francisco Giants, AP sources say

Three people with direct knowledge of the situation say the San Francisco Giants have hired manager Bob Melvin away from the division rival San Diego Padres

October 24, 2023
Bob Melvin is leaving the San Diego Padres to manage the San Francisco Giants, AP sources say
Sports

Adolis García responds to plunking with record ALCS show as Rangers reach World Series

Texas Rangers slugger Adolis García is the AL Championship MVP after setting a record for RBIs in a postseason series with 15 and extending his home run streak to four games

October 24, 2023
Adolis García responds to plunking with record ALCS show as Rangers reach World Series
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Phillies sluggers cold again in NLCS, Nola falters in Game 6 loss to Arizona

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to play their first Game 7 in franchise history

October 24, 2023
Phillies sluggers cold again in NLCS, Nola falters in Game 6 loss to Arizona
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Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7

Cristian Javier flopped and the Houston Astros never recovered, losing 11-4 to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series

October 24, 2023
Cristian Javier struggles as Houston Astros lose to Texas Rangers in ALCS Game 7
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Pham, Gurriel homer, Diamondbacks power past Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7

Tommy Pham and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit back-to-back homers and Merrill Kelly struck out eight to help the Arizona Diamondbacks force Game 7 of the NL Championship Series with a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies

October 23, 2023
Pham, Gurriel homer, Diamondbacks power past Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7
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Abreu gives up 2-run homer in Astros' Game 7 loss after suspension upheld but pushed to next year

Bryan Abreu gave up Nathaniel Lowe’s two-run homer in the Houston Astros’ 11-4 loss to the Texas Rangers in Game 7 of the AL Championship Series after his two-game suspension for intentionally throwing at Adolis García delayed until the start of next season

October 23, 2023
Abreu gives up 2-run homer in Astros' Game 7 loss after suspension upheld but pushed to next year
Sports

Mad Max starting ALCS Game 7 for Rangers at Houston, just as he did for Nats in 2019 World Series

Max Scherzer is set to pitch another Game 7 in Houston with visiting teams undefeated in the series

October 23, 2023
Mad Max starting ALCS Game 7 for Rangers at Houston, just as he did for Nats in 2019 World Series
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Eovaldi remains perfect, Rangers slug their way to 9-2 win over Astros to force Game 7 in ALCS

Nathan Eovaldi remained perfect this postseason, and Mitch Garver and Jonah Heim homered early before a ninth-inning grand slam by Adolis García helped the Texas Rangers avoid elimination with a 9-2 win over the Houston Astros in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series

October 23, 2023
Eovaldi remains perfect, Rangers slug their way to 9-2 win over Astros to force Game 7 in ALCS
Sports

Wheeler deals, Schwarber, Harper, Realmuto homer and Phillies beat D-backs 6-1 for 3-2 NLCS lead

Zack Wheeler delivered another postseason gem with seven shutdown innings, Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and J

October 22, 2023
Wheeler deals, Schwarber, Harper, Realmuto homer and Phillies beat D-backs 6-1 for 3-2 NLCS lead
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Astros' Abreu suspended 2 games by MLB, which says he intentionally threw at García

Houston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu was suspended for two games and fined by Major League Baseball, which said he intentionally threw at Adolis García of the Texas Rangers during Game 5 of the AL Championship Series

October 21, 2023
Astros' Abreu suspended 2 games by MLB, which says he intentionally threw at García
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Astros face Rangers in Game 6 of ALCS, one win away from third straight trip to World Series

The Houston Astros return home a win away from their third straight trip to the World Series

October 21, 2023
Astros face Rangers in Game 6 of ALCS, one win away from third straight trip to World Series
Sports

Thomas' tying homer, Moreno's decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games

Alek Thomas hit a tying, two-run homer in a three-run eighth inning, Gabriel Moreno followed with a go-ahead single and the Arizona Diamondbacks stunned the Philadelphia Phillies with a 6-5 victory that tied the NL Championship Series at two games apiece

October 21, 2023
Thomas' tying homer, Moreno's decisive hit send D-backs over Phillies 6-5, ties NLCS at 2 games
Sports

Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear

Jose Altuve hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning and the Houston Astros, after getting into another bench-clearing scuffle with the Texas Rangers, rallied for a 5-4 victory in a wild and testy Game 5 of the AL Championship Series

October 20, 2023
Altuve hits go-ahead homer in 9th, Astros take 3-2 lead over Rangers in ALCS after benches clear
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Abreu, Baker, García ejected from ALCS Game 5 as benches clear

Houston Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu and manager Dusty Baker were ejected from Game 5 of the AL Championship series after the reliever hit the Texas Rangers’ Adolis García with a pitch in the eighth inning, triggering benches to clear two innings after the slugger’s go-ahead home run

October 20, 2023
Abreu, Baker, García ejected from ALCS Game 5 as benches clear
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Streaky Rangers suddenly headed wrong way again with Game 4 loss as Astros even ALCS

The streaky Texas Rangers are suddenly headed the wrong way again

October 20, 2023
Streaky Rangers suddenly headed wrong way again with Game 4 loss as Astros even ALCS
Sports

Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4

José Abreu hit a three-run homer right after Yordan Alvarez’s tiebreaking sacrifice fly, and the Houston Astros pulled even in the AL Championship Series with a 10-3 victory over the Texas Rangers in Game 4

October 20, 2023
Abreu, Alvarez and Altuve help Astros pull even in ALCS with 10-3 win over Rangers in Game 4
Sports

Marte hits walk-off single in ninth, D-backs beat Phillies 2-1 and close to 2-1 in NLCS

Ketel Marte capped a three-hit afternoon with a walk-off single in the ninth, rookie Brandon Pfaadt pitched 5 2/3 scoreless innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 to close to 2-1 in the NL Championship Series

October 19, 2023
Marte hits walk-off single in ninth, D-backs beat Phillies 2-1 and close to 2-1 in NLCS
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MLB playoff ratings steady in LCS after declines in wild-card and division rounds

Baseball’s League Championship Series are producing solid ratings after seeing declines during the first two rounds

October 19, 2023
MLB playoff ratings steady in LCS after declines in wild-card and division rounds
Sports

Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston closes to 2-1 in ALCS

Jose Altuve homered, Cristian Javier worked into the sixth inning of another solid postseason start and the Houston Astros beat the Texas Rangers 8-5, closing to 2-1 in the AL Championship Series

October 19, 2023
Altuve and Javier lead Astros to 8-5 win at Rangers as Houston closes to 2-1 in ALCS
Sports

Nolan Arenado's streak of consecutive Gold Gloves at third base ends at 10

Nolan Arenado’s streak of consecutive Gold Gloves has ended at 10

October 18, 2023
Nolan Arenado's streak of consecutive Gold Gloves at third base ends at 10
Sports

D-backs rookie Brandon Pfaadt will try to slow the homer-happy Phillies in Game 3

The Diamondbacks will turn to rookie right-hander Brandon Pfaadt in Game 3 of the NL Championship Series to try and slow the homer-happy Phillies offense

October 18, 2023
D-backs rookie Brandon Pfaadt will try to slow the homer-happy Phillies in Game 3
Crime|Sports

Armed robbers target Tigers' Dominican complex in latest robbery of MLB facility in the country

Authorities say the Detroit Tigers complex in the Dominican Republic has been targeted in the latest robbery of a Major League Baseball facility in the country

October 18, 2023
Armed robbers target Tigers' Dominican complex in latest robbery of MLB facility in the country
Sports

Evan Carter, Corbin Carroll and MLB's precocious rookie class unfazed by pressure-packed playoffs

Major League Baseball's stellar rookie class has continued to produce in the postseason

October 18, 2023
Evan Carter, Corbin Carroll and MLB's precocious rookie class unfazed by pressure-packed playoffs
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Schwarber homers twice, Turner goes deep, Phillies power past Arizona 10-0 in Game 2 of NLCS

Kyle Schwarber hit two of Philadelphia’s three solo homers off Merrill Kelly, and the sweet-swinging Phillies pounded the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-0 for a 2-0 lead in the NL Championship Series

October 18, 2023
Schwarber homers twice, Turner goes deep, Phillies power past Arizona 10-0 in Game 2 of NLCS
Sports

Harper, Schwarber, Castellanos power Phillies past Diamondbacks 5-3 in Game 1 of NLCS

Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and Nick Castellanos homered to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the NL Championship Series

October 17, 2023
Harper, Schwarber, Castellanos power Phillies past Diamondbacks 5-3 in Game 1 of NLCS
Sports|US

Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS

Jonah Heim homered, Nathan Eovaldi pitched six effective innings and the Texas Rangers beat Framber Valdez and Houston Astros 5-4 for a 2-0 lead in the AL Championship Series

October 16, 2023
Rangers build big early lead off Valdez, hold on for 5-4 win over Astros to take 2-0 lead in ALCS
Sports

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper wants big leaguers to play baseball at 2028 LA Olympics

Bryce Harper wants to take a swing at the Olympics

October 16, 2023
Phillies slugger Bryce Harper wants big leaguers to play baseball at 2028 LA Olympics
Sports

Kim Ng, MLB's 1st female GM, is leaving the Miami Marlins after making the playoffs in 3rd season

The Miami Marlins have announced Kim Ng is leaving the team after three seasons as general manager

October 16, 2023
Kim Ng, MLB's 1st female GM, is leaving the Miami Marlins after making the playoffs in 3rd season
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Montgomery shuts out Astros, Taveras homers as Rangers get 2-0 win in Game 1 of ALCS

Jordan Montgomery shut down the Houston Astros and Leody Taveras homered as the Texas Rangers did just enough against Justin Verlander to get a 2-0 win in the opener of the AL Championship Series Sunday night

October 16, 2023
Montgomery shuts out Astros, Taveras homers as Rangers get 2-0 win in Game 1 of ALCS
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Assistant coach Alyssa Nakken interviews for Giants manager position

Alyssa Nakken, who became the first woman to coach on the field in a major league game when she worked first base for San Francisco in April 2022, has interviewed for the Giants managerial vacancy

October 16, 2023
Assistant coach Alyssa Nakken interviews for Giants manager position
Sports

Scherzer and Gray added to ALCS roster as Rangers starters against Astros

Texas Rangers starters Max Scherzer and Jon Gray were included on the roster for the AL Championship Series against the Houston Astros

October 15, 2023
Scherzer and Gray added to ALCS roster as Rangers starters against Astros
Sports

Astros and Rangers meet for Texas-sized showdown in AL Championship Series

Houston dominated Texas during the regular season, winning nine of 13 matchups

October 14, 2023
Astros and Rangers meet for Texas-sized showdown in AL Championship Series
Sports

Seven months after signing $111 million deal, D-backs' Corbin Carroll looking like a bargain

Diamondbacks rookie sensation Corbin Carroll has shown a knack for the postseason through his first five games, batting

October 14, 2023
Seven months after signing $111 million deal, D-backs' Corbin Carroll looking like a bargain
Sports

Diamondbacks thriving in postseason atmosphere. Another hostile one awaits for NLCS in Philly

The Arizona Diamondbacks are back in the National League Championship Series for the first time since 2007

October 13, 2023
Diamondbacks thriving in postseason atmosphere. Another hostile one awaits for NLCS in Philly
Sports|US

James Hoye to head ALCS umpires and Dan Iassogna in charge of NLCS umps

James Hoye will be the umpire crew chief for the American League Championship Series between Houston and Texas, and Dan Iassogna will head the group working the National League series between Arizona and Philadelphia

October 13, 2023
James Hoye to head ALCS umpires and Dan Iassogna in charge of NLCS umps
Sports

The 2020s are starting to feel like the 1990s for the Braves after another playoff flop

The 2020s are starting to feel like the 1990s for the Atlanta Braves

October 13, 2023
The 2020s are starting to feel like the 1990s for the Braves after another playoff flop
Sports

Deep in the heart of Texas, Astros and Rangers set for Lone Star showdown for spot in World Series

Everything is certainly bigger deep in the heart of Texas this baseball postseason

October 13, 2023
Deep in the heart of Texas, Astros and Rangers set for Lone Star showdown for spot in World Series
Sports

Orioles GM Mike Elias says team will keep 'foot on the gas pedal' after 101 wins and AL East title

Orioles general manager Mike Elias and manager Brandon Hyde met with reporters two days after Baltimore was eliminated by Texas in the AL Division Series

October 12, 2023
Orioles GM Mike Elias says team will keep 'foot on the gas pedal' after 101 wins and AL East title
Sports

Another 100-win season leads to another October flop for Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ third straight 100-win season led to a third consecutive postseason flop

October 12, 2023
Another 100-win season leads to another October flop for Dodgers
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D-backs slug 4 homers in record-setting barrage, sweep Dodgers with 4-2 win in Game 3 of NLDS

The hard-hitting Arizona Diamondbacks rode a record-setting barrage of solo homers in the third inning to a 4-2 win in Game 3 of the NL Division Series on Wednesday night, sweeping the 100-win Los Angeles Dodgers out of the playoffs

October 12, 2023
D-backs slug 4 homers in record-setting barrage, sweep Dodgers with 4-2 win in Game 3 of NLDS
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José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS

José Abreu homered for the third time in two games for the Houston Astros in a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins

October 12, 2023
José Abreu homers again to power the Astros past the Twins 3-2 and into their 7th straight ALCS
Sports

Bruce Bochy is back in the postseason with the Texas Rangers. He missed it while he was away.

Bruce Bochy is back where he prefers to be at this time of the year

October 11, 2023
Bruce Bochy is back in the postseason with the Texas Rangers. He missed it while he was away.
Sports

Twins bring Buxton back after mid-series roster switch for ailing Kirilloff

The Minnesota Twins have added designated hitter Byron Buxton as an injury substitute to their AL Division Series roster prior to Game 4 against Houston

October 11, 2023
Twins bring Buxton back after mid-series roster switch for ailing Kirilloff
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The Dodgers' bats have gone cold in the postseason. Now they're facing playoff elimination

The Los Angeles Dodgers cobbled together a 100-win regular season against the odds, using a strong offense to compensate for a beat-up starting rotation

October 10, 2023
The Dodgers' bats have gone cold in the postseason. Now they're facing playoff elimination
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Phillies insist they can put stunned disbelief of Game 2 meltdown behind them against Braves

The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies are tied 1-1 in the National League Division Series

October 10, 2023
Phillies insist they can put stunned disbelief of Game 2 meltdown behind them against Braves
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Braves rally for 5-4 win over Phillies on d'Arnaud, Riley homers and game-ending double play

After being held hitless into the sixth inning, the Atlanta Braves rallied for an improbable 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies to even the NL Division Series at one win apiece

October 10, 2023
Braves rally for 5-4 win over Phillies on d'Arnaud, Riley homers and game-ending double play
News|Sports|World

Israeli-American pitcher Kremer making 1st playoff start for Orioles while family affected by war

Israeli-American pitcher Dean Kremer will make his first career playoff start for the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night while thinking about family members in Israel

October 09, 2023
Israeli-American pitcher Kremer making 1st playoff start for Orioles while family affected by war
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After Kershaw's debacle, the Dodgers look to regroup with a rookie against the D-backs in NLDS

The Los Angeles Dodgers remain all-in with Clayton Kershaw

October 08, 2023
After Kershaw's debacle, the Dodgers look to regroup with a rookie against the D-backs in NLDS
Sports

Diamondbacks chase Clayton Kershaw in 1st inning and rout Dodgers 11-2 in NLDS opener

Gabriel Moreno’s three-run homer highlighted a six-run first inning for Arizona, and the Diamondbacks battered Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw on the way to an 11-2 victory in Game 1 of their NL Division Series

October 08, 2023
Diamondbacks chase Clayton Kershaw in 1st inning and rout Dodgers 11-2 in NLDS opener
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Harper homers, Phillies shut down slugging Braves 3-0 in Game 1 of NLDS

Bryce Harper homered, Ranger Suárez and the Philadelphia bullpen stifled baseball’s most prolific offense, and the Phillies blanked the 104-win Atlanta Braves 3-0 in Game 1 of the NL Division Series

October 08, 2023
Harper homers, Phillies shut down slugging Braves 3-0 in Game 1 of NLDS
Sports

Texas' shaky bullpen escapes late as Rangers hold off Orioles 3-2 to open ALDS

Andrew Heaney and Dane Dunning helped Texas reach the sixth inning with a lead, and the Rangers’ maligned bullpen held on through some anxious moments for a 3-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles in Game 1 of their AL Division Series

October 07, 2023
Texas' shaky bullpen escapes late as Rangers hold off Orioles 3-2 to open ALDS
Sports

Houston's Graveman out for ALDS against Twins with shoulder discomfort

Houston reliever Kendall Graveman was left off the AL Division Series roster against the Minnesota Twins because of right shoulder discomfort

October 07, 2023
Houston's Graveman out for ALDS against Twins with shoulder discomfort
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Braves add RHP Daysbel Hernández to NLDS roster, Phillies go with RHP Michael Lorenzen

The Atlanta Braves made several surprising roster moves for the NL Division Series, adding hard-throwing reliever Daysbel Hernández and top prospect AJ Smith- Shawver ahead of Game 1 against the Philadelphia Phillies

October 07, 2023
Braves add RHP Daysbel Hernández to NLDS roster, Phillies go with RHP Michael Lorenzen
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Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara will miss the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery

Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara announced Friday that he will miss the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow

October 06, 2023
Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara will miss the 2024 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery
News|Sports

The Orioles and Rangers took different paths to recover after losing over 100 games in 2021

In two years, the Baltimore Orioles and Texas Rangers went from triple-digit losses to the postseason

October 06, 2023
The Orioles and Rangers took different paths to recover after losing over 100 games in 2021
Sports

Percentage of successful MLB video reviews drops slightly. Marlins, Nationals best overturn rate

Team-initiated video reviews were slightly less successful in the major leagues this season, which saw overturned calls drop to 48.5% from 50.2% in 2022

October 06, 2023
Percentage of successful MLB video reviews drops slightly. Marlins, Nationals best overturn rate
Sports

Correa leads Twins in ALDS against his former team the Houston Astros

Houston manager Dusty Baker admitted this week that Carlos Correa is one of his favorite players

October 06, 2023
Correa leads Twins in ALDS against his former team the Houston Astros
Sports

After charmed season in Charm City, Orioles ready for playoff baseball's return to Baltimore

The Baltimore Orioles enter the postseason in an unusual position

October 06, 2023
After charmed season in Charm City, Orioles ready for playoff baseball's return to Baltimore
Sports

Adam Wainwright easing into retirement with new puppy, TV work and more country music

Adam Wainwright’s playing days are over, but the former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher isn’t exactly taking it easy in retirement

October 05, 2023
Adam Wainwright easing into retirement with new puppy, TV work and more country music
Sports

Billy Eppler resigns as Mets GM, and is under investigation by MLB, according to AP source

Billy Eppler has resigned as New York Mets general manager, and a person familiar with the probe said he is under investigation by Major League Baseball

October 05, 2023
Billy Eppler resigns as Mets GM, and is under investigation by MLB, according to AP source
Entertainment|Sports|US|Videos

'Dancing On My Own' singer Calum Scott says he'll perform for Phillies if they win the World Series

British singer Calum Scott says he'll visit Philadelphia and perform his pop hit “Dancing On My Own” if the Phillies win the World Series after the song resurfaced as their postseason anthem for the second straight year

October 05, 2023
'Dancing On My Own' singer Calum Scott says he'll perform for Phillies if they win the World Series
Sports

Calm Carter keeps getting on base for Rangers. Bochy wonders if the kid even realizes he's in majors

Evan Carter hasn’t been overwhelmed since jumping right into the playoff chase with the Texas Rangers

October 05, 2023
Calm Carter keeps getting on base for Rangers. Bochy wonders if the kid even realizes he's in majors
Business|Finance|News|Opinion|Sports|US

Wisconsin hearing considers $614M plan to fund Milwaukee Brewers stadium repairs

The architect of legislation to give the Milwaukee Brewers more than $614 million to cover repairs at American Family Field is defending the proposal to fellow lawmakers

October 05, 2023
Wisconsin hearing considers $614M plan to fund Milwaukee Brewers stadium repairs
News|Sports

Phillies sweep Marlins to earn NL Division Series rematch with MLB-best Braves

Bryson Stott crushed the second grand slam in Philadelphia Phillies postseason history and Aaron Nola tossed seven shutout innings in a performance worthy of a postseason ace that led to a 7-1 win and a two-game sweep over the Miami Marlins in their NL Wild Card Series

October 05, 2023
Phillies sweep Marlins to earn NL Division Series rematch with MLB-best Braves
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Orioles to play at 1 p.m. Saturday, well before Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks play concert next door

The Orioles may be Big Shots this year, but they’ll try to stay out of the Piano Man’s way this weekend

October 04, 2023
Orioles to play at 1 p.m. Saturday, well before Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks play concert next door
News|Sports

Stealing the show: Acuña leads speedsters seeking October impact in pitch clock era

Fans who are returning to baseball for the postseason will find Ronald Acuña Jr. and other speedsters playing a different game

October 04, 2023
Stealing the show: Acuña leads speedsters seeking October impact in pitch clock era
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Wheeler strikes out 8, Castellanos tells Phillies to put a ring on it in 4-1 win over Marlins

Zack Wheeler struck out eight and pitched into the seventh inning to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-1 win over the Miami Marlins in the opener of their NL Wild Card Series

October 04, 2023
Wheeler strikes out 8, Castellanos tells Phillies to put a ring on it in 4-1 win over Marlins
Sports

Diamondbacks hit Burnes hard to rally for 6-3 victory over Brewers in Wild Card Series opener

Corbin Carroll, Ketel Marte and Gabriel Moreno homered against Corbin Burnes, helping Arizona erase an early three-run deficit and sending the Diamondbacks to a 6-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of their NL Wild Card Series

October 04, 2023
Diamondbacks hit Burnes hard to rally for 6-3 victory over Brewers in Wild Card Series opener
Sports

Rays' Wild Card opener draws 19,704, lowest since 1919 for non-pandemic MLB postseason

The AL Wild Card Series opener between the Texas Rangers and Tampa Bay Rays drew an announced crowd of just 19,704, the lowest for a postseason game since the 1919 World Series other than during the coronavirus pandemic, according to the Elias Sports Bureau

October 04, 2023
Rays' Wild Card opener draws 19,704, lowest since 1919 for non-pandemic MLB postseason
Sports|US

Twins stop record 18-game postseason skid on strength of Royce Lewis home runs

Royce Lewis hit home runs in each of his first two at-bats to carry the Minnesota Twins to a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in the opener of their AL Wild Card Series

October 03, 2023
Twins stop record 18-game postseason skid on strength of Royce Lewis home runs
Sports

Montgomery sparkles, Rangers beat sloppy Rays 4-0 in AL Wild Card Series opener

Jordan Montgomery scattered six hits over seven innings, helping the Texas Rangers beat the sloppy Tampa Bay Rays 4-0 in their AL Wild Card Series opener

October 03, 2023
Montgomery sparkles, Rangers beat sloppy Rays 4-0 in AL Wild Card Series opener
Sports|US

Arozarena's mom throws first pitch, watches son in MLB for 1st time at Rays-Rangers Game 1

The mother of Tampa Bay’s Randy Arozarena joined her son on the field Tuesday to throw a ceremonial first pitch before the Rays opened their AL Wild Card Series against the Texas Rangers

October 03, 2023
Arozarena's mom throws first pitch, watches son in MLB for 1st time at Rays-Rangers Game 1
Sports

Terry Francona steps away as Cleveland's winningest manager, 2 World Series titles with Boston

Terry Francona of the Cleveland Guardians is stepping away after 23 seasons as a major league manager

October 03, 2023
Terry Francona steps away as Cleveland's winningest manager, 2 World Series titles with Boston
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Lorenzen, Buxton, Hernández, Cueto out for Wild Card Series; Correa, Siri, Bush on rosters

Michael Lorenzen, Byron Buxton, Johnny Cueto and Jonathan Hernández were among the players left off rosters for Wild Card Series, while the Texas Rangers made the surprise inclusion of former top draft pick Matt Bush

October 03, 2023
Lorenzen, Buxton, Hernández, Cueto out for Wild Card Series; Correa, Siri, Bush on rosters
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Phil Nevin won't return as Angels' manager after 2nd losing season

Phil Nevin will not return as the Los Angeles Angels’ manager next season

October 02, 2023
Phil Nevin won't return as Angels' manager after 2nd losing season
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MLB game time drops 24 minutes to 2:40 with pitch clock. Players steal most bases since 1987

The average time of a nine-inning major league game dropped to 2 hours, 40 minutes in the first year of the pitch clock, a 24-minute decrease in a season of change that resulted in a spike in batting average and the most stolen bases in nearly 40 years

October 02, 2023
MLB game time drops 24 minutes to 2:40 with pitch clock. Players steal most bases since 1987
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Mom of Nathaniel and Josh Lowe battling cancer, won't attend Rangers-Rays playoff series

The mother of Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Josh Lowe and Texas Rangers first baseman Nathaniel Lowe will not make the trip to Tropicana Field for this week’s AL Wild Card Series featuring her sons because she is battling cancer and undergoing chemotherapy

October 02, 2023
Mom of Nathaniel and Josh Lowe battling cancer, won't attend Rangers-Rays playoff series
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Melvin, Preller appear to be safe with the big-spending yet underwhelming Padres

Manager Bob Melvin and general manager A

October 02, 2023
Melvin, Preller appear to be safe with the big-spending yet underwhelming Padres
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Mets and Yankees wrap up nightmare New York seasons and head into uncertain winter

For the first time in nine years, baseball’s postseason won’t include a New York team

October 02, 2023
Mets and Yankees wrap up nightmare New York seasons and head into uncertain winter
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Luis Arraez, Yandy Díaz win batting titles while sitting out on final day

Miami’s Luis Arraez joined DJ LeMahieu as the only players with undisputed batting titles in both leagues, winning the National League crown as Yandy Díaz sat out Tampa Bay’s season finale and overtook Corey Seager for the American League championship

October 01, 2023
Luis Arraez, Yandy Díaz win batting titles while sitting out on final day
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Tim Wakefield, who revived his career and Red Sox trophy case with knuckleball, has died at 57

Tim Wakefield, the knuckleballing workhorse of the Red Sox pitching staff who bounced back after giving up a season-ending home run to the Yankees in the 2003 playoffs to help Boston win its curse-busting World Series title the following year, has died

October 01, 2023
Tim Wakefield, who revived his career and Red Sox trophy case with knuckleball, has died at 57
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Buck Showalter fired as New York Mets manager

Buck Showalter was fired as New York Mets manager after a disappointing season in which baseball’s highest-spending team tumbled from contention by midsummer

October 01, 2023
Buck Showalter fired as New York Mets manager
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Chisholm homers and the surprising Miami Marlins grab an NL wild-card spot with 7-3 win over Pirates

The Miami Marlins are heading back to the playoffs for just the second time in 20 years

October 01, 2023
Chisholm homers and the surprising Miami Marlins grab an NL wild-card spot with 7-3 win over Pirates
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Giants fire manager Gabe Kapler with 3 games left in his 4th season

The San Francisco Giants have fired manager Gabe Kapler

September 29, 2023
Giants fire manager Gabe Kapler with 3 games left in his 4th season
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MLB errors are on track to set a record low for the 3rd year in row

There were just 2,459 errors entering the final weekend of the regular season, on track to finish as the fewest in a non-shortened year since 1960 when there were just 16 teams

September 29, 2023
MLB errors are on track to set a record low for the 3rd year in row
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Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red Sox

Anthony Santander homered in the first, DL Hall worked out of a sixth-inning jam and the Baltimore Orioles clinched the AL East title with a 2-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox

September 29, 2023
Orioles clinch the AL East title with their 100th win of the season, 2-0 over Red Sox
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Phillies' Harper flips out on ump, tosses helmet into the stands where it's retrieved by 10-year-old

Bryce Harper flipped out on the third base umpire and then flipped his maroon Phillies helmet over the protective netting and into the stands

September 29, 2023
Phillies' Harper flips out on ump, tosses helmet into the stands where it's retrieved by 10-year-old
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Orioles announce new 30-year deal to stay at Camden Yards on same night they clinch AL East

The Baltimore Orioles have reached a deal with the state of Maryland that keeps the team at Camden Yards for at least 30 years

September 28, 2023
Orioles announce new 30-year deal to stay at Camden Yards on same night they clinch AL East
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With new rules, MLB to draw more than 70 million fans, highest attendance since 2017

More than 70 million fans will attend Major League Baseball games for the first time in six years, a post-pandemic rebound for a sport that instituted its biggest on-field changes in decades

September 28, 2023
With new rules, MLB to draw more than 70 million fans, highest attendance since 2017
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Miguel Cabrera's career coming to close with Tigers, leaving lasting legacy in MLB and Venezuela

Miguel Cabrera's career will end with the Detroit Tigers on Sunday against Cleveland at Comerica Park, where a sold-out crowd will include a few thousands fans paying for standing-room only tickets to cheer for him one more time

September 28, 2023
Miguel Cabrera's career coming to close with Tigers, leaving lasting legacy in MLB and Venezuela
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Rays hold oddly timed celebration, 10 days after clinching postseason berth

Champagne sprayed, cigar smoke wafted through the air and the Tampa Bay Rays passed around a fancy glass decanter of liquor while hip hop music blared from the speakers in the visitor’s clubhouse at Fenway Park

September 28, 2023
Rays hold oddly timed celebration, 10 days after clinching postseason berth
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Brewers are eager to make their latest postseason berth last longer than the others

The Milwaukee Brewers are getting accustomed to celebrating at the end of the regular season

September 27, 2023
Brewers are eager to make their latest postseason berth last longer than the others
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Francona's beloved scooter stolen, stripped as Cleveland's manager gets ready to say goodbye to game

Terry Francona won’t be riding off on his beloved scooter after all

September 27, 2023
Francona's beloved scooter stolen, stripped as Cleveland's manager gets ready to say goodbye to game
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Brooks Robinson Appreciation: In Maryland in the 1960s, nobody was like No. 5

Growing up in Maryland in the 1960s, Brooks Robinson was a god

September 27, 2023
Brooks Robinson Appreciation: In Maryland in the 1960s, nobody was like No. 5
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Brooks Robinson, Orioles third baseman with 16 Gold Gloves, has died. He was 86

Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson, whose deft glovework and folksy manner made him one of the most beloved and accomplished athletes in Baltimore history, has died

September 26, 2023
Brooks Robinson, Orioles third baseman with 16 Gold Gloves, has died. He was 86
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Phillies' injured first baseman Rhys Hoskins remains a long shot to make postseason roster

Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins remained a long shot to make the postseason roster as he recovers from a torn ACL in his left knee

September 26, 2023
Phillies' injured first baseman Rhys Hoskins remains a long shot to make postseason roster
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Shohei Ohtani headlines majors' soon-to-be free agents, and there's a sizable gap to the next name

There is Shohei Ohtani, and then there is the rest of baseball’s soon-to-be free agents

September 26, 2023
Shohei Ohtani headlines majors' soon-to-be free agents, and there's a sizable gap to the next name
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One of game's characters, Guardians manager Terry Francona set to end career defined by class, touch

Terry Francona is set to bow out from baseball

September 25, 2023
One of game's characters, Guardians manager Terry Francona set to end career defined by class, touch
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Ginkel falters as Diamondbacks blow 3 leads in 6-4 loss to Yankees and tie Cubs for 2nd wild card

Kevin Ginkel blew the last of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ three leads in a 6-4 loss to the New York Yankees on Monday, dropping them into a tie with the Chicago Cubs for the National League’s second wild card

September 25, 2023
Ginkel falters as Diamondbacks blow 3 leads in 6-4 loss to Yankees and tie Cubs for 2nd wild card
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MLB-leading Braves are dealing with an ailing rotation as the playoffs loom

Baseball’s best team has some major pitching concerns heading into the final week of the regular season

September 25, 2023
MLB-leading Braves are dealing with an ailing rotation as the playoffs loom
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102-loss Royals have turned out to be quite the spoilers against playoff-chasing Astros

The Kansas City Royals have lost more than 100 games this year

September 25, 2023
102-loss Royals have turned out to be quite the spoilers against playoff-chasing Astros
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Padres push back against reports there's a lack of leadership in a dysfunctional franchise

Less than a year after a stirring run to the NL Championship Series, the high-priced, underperforming San Diego Padres are defending themselves against reports there is a lack of clubhouse leadership within a dysfunctional organization

September 24, 2023
Padres push back against reports there's a lack of leadership in a dysfunctional franchise
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Mike Trout's season over because of wrist injury, played in just 82 games for Angels

Mike Trout’s season ended because of a wrist injury that limited him to one game after July 3

September 24, 2023
Mike Trout's season over because of wrist injury, played in just 82 games for Angels
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Pirates overcome 9-run deficit for first time since team started in 1882, beat Reds 13-12

The Pittsburgh Pirates overcame a nine-run deficit for the first time since the franchise started in 1882 and Alfonso Rivas tied a career high with five RBIs in a 13-12 victory that dealt a staggering blow to the Cincinnati Reds’ playoff hopes

September 24, 2023
Pirates overcome 9-run deficit for first time since team started in 1882, beat Reds 13-12
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John Means takes no-hit bid into the 7th, playoff-bound Orioles hold Guardians to 1 hit in 2-1 win

John Means carried a no-hit bid into the seventh inning and Anthony Santander drove in a pair of runs, sending the AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles over the Cleveland Guardians 2-1

September 23, 2023
John Means takes no-hit bid into the 7th, playoff-bound Orioles hold Guardians to 1 hit in 2-1 win
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Minnesota Twins clinch AL Central title with 8-6 win over Angels

The Minnesota Twins have clinched the AL Central title with an 8-6 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

September 23, 2023
Minnesota Twins clinch AL Central title with 8-6 win over Angels
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Judge hits 3 home runs, becomes first Yankees player to do it twice in one season

Aaron Judge became the first New York Yankees player to hit three home runs in a game twice in one season when he connected in the seventh inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks

September 23, 2023
Judge hits 3 home runs, becomes first Yankees player to do it twice in one season
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Nationals pitcher Sean Doolittle announces his retirement after more than a decade in the majors

Sean Doolittle has decided to retire from baseball after more than a decade spent pitching in the majors

September 22, 2023
Nationals pitcher Sean Doolittle announces his retirement after more than a decade in the majors
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Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. day-to-day with right knee inflammation

Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. got good news Thursday when an MRI on his right knee showed inflammation and no structural damage

September 21, 2023
Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. day-to-day with right knee inflammation
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The AL West is headed for a wild finish between the Astros, Rangers and Mariners

The Houston Astros aren't running away with the AL West as usual this year

September 21, 2023
The AL West is headed for a wild finish between the Astros, Rangers and Mariners
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The Rays are finalizing plans for a new stadium, which means MLB expansion could be on deck

The Tampa Bay Rays are finalizing plans for a new ballpark in downtown St. Petersburg, which is a positive development for baseball fans in Florida

September 20, 2023
The Rays are finalizing plans for a new stadium, which means MLB expansion could be on deck
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Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 Ks, rally to beat Reds 5-3 and drop AL Central magic number to 1

Jorge Polanco capped a three-run ninth inning with a go-ahead single, helping the Minnesota Twins overcome Hunter Greene’s 14 strikeouts to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3

September 20, 2023
Twins overcome Hunter Greene's 14 Ks, rally to beat Reds 5-3 and drop AL Central magic number to 1
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Family reunion: Brusdar Graterol's mom sees her son pitch for first time in the majors

Brusdar Graterol never gave up hope that his mother would be able to see him pitch in person in the major leagues

September 20, 2023
Family reunion: Brusdar Graterol's mom sees her son pitch for first time in the majors
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Ohtani has elbow surgery. His doctor expects hitting return by opening day '24 and pitching by '25

Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani had elbow surgery Tuesday, and his doctor said he expects the two-way star will be available as a hitter on opening day next season and will return to the mound as a pitcher in 2025

September 19, 2023
Ohtani has elbow surgery. His doctor expects hitting return by opening day '24 and pitching by '25
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Tampa Bay Rays finalizing new ballpark in St. Petersburg as part of a larger urban project

The playoff-bound Tampa Bay Rays have put the finishing touches on plans for a new 30,000-seat ballpark in St. Petersburg

September 19, 2023
Tampa Bay Rays finalizing new ballpark in St. Petersburg as part of a larger urban project
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Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over Astros

Cedric Mullins hit a three-run homer in the ninth inning to rally the Baltimore Orioles past the Houston Astros 8-7 in a matchup of American League division leaders

September 19, 2023
Mullins hits 3-run homer in 9th to lift Orioles to 8-7 win over Astros
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Wainwright gets 200th win as the Cardinals blank the Brewers 1-0

Adam Wainwright earned his 200th win, pitching seven innings of four-hit ball in a vintage performance as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 1-0

September 19, 2023
Wainwright gets 200th win as the Cardinals blank the Brewers 1-0
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Padres owner Peter Seidler had a medical procedure and won't be at the ballpark again this season

San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler underwent an unspecified medical procedure last month and is "on the road to recovery” according to a statement posted on the team’s account on X, formerly known as Twitter

September 18, 2023
Padres owner Peter Seidler had a medical procedure and won't be at the ballpark again this season
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Republicans propose spending $614M in public funds on Milwaukee Brewers' stadium upgrades

Republican legislators have announced a bill that would devote more than $614 million in public funding to repair and renovate the Milwaukee Brewers’ stadium

September 18, 2023
Republicans propose spending $614M in public funds on Milwaukee Brewers' stadium upgrades
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Playoff-bound Baltimore Orioles have made one of baseball's greatest 2-year climbs

The AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles are 93-56 for a winning percentage of

September 18, 2023
Playoff-bound Baltimore Orioles have made one of baseball's greatest 2-year climbs
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Dodgers wrap up NL West title for 10th time in 11 years with 6-2 win over Mariners in 11 innings

The Los Angeles Dodgers have clinched the NL West title for the 10th time in 11 seasons with a 6-2 win in 11 innings over the Seattle Mariners

September 17, 2023
Dodgers wrap up NL West title for 10th time in 11 years with 6-2 win over Mariners in 11 innings
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Adam Wainwright's final season has been challenging, but now he's just a win away from 200

This season has been difficult for both Adam Wainwright and the St. Louis Cardinals

September 16, 2023
Adam Wainwright's final season has been challenging, but now he's just a win away from 200
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Shohei Ohtani's locker has been packed up at Angel Stadium, and the Angels decline to say why

Shohei Ohtani’s locker has been mostly cleared out at Angel Stadium, and the Los Angeles Angels declined to say why

September 16, 2023
Shohei Ohtani's locker has been packed up at Angel Stadium, and the Angels decline to say why
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Man snags 2 foul balls in span of 3 pitches at Citi Field, gives them to his mom as birthday gift

Patrick Wedderburn caught two foul balls in a span of three pitches in Section 321 behind home plate at Citi Field during the Mets' game against the Reds on Friday night

September 16, 2023
Man snags 2 foul balls in span of 3 pitches at Citi Field, gives them to his mom as birthday gift
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Zach Eflin and the Rays limit the Orioles to 2 hits, win 7-1 to pull even in AL East

Zach Eflin and two relievers combined on a two-hitter, Brandon Lowe and Harold Ramírez homered, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-1 to pull into a virtual tie atop the AL East

September 16, 2023
Zach Eflin and the Rays limit the Orioles to 2 hits, win 7-1 to pull even in AL East
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The Baseball Hall of Fame is turning into Banana Land

The Baseball Hall of Fame is going Bananas

September 15, 2023
The Baseball Hall of Fame is turning into Banana Land
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Rays open series in Baltimore with 4-3 victory, pull within game of Orioles in AL East

Luke Raley hit a tiebreaking homer in the seventh inning, and Tampa Bay’s remarkable bullpen retired everyone it faced in the Rays’ 4-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night in the opener of a huge series at Camden Yards

September 15, 2023
Rays open series in Baltimore with 4-3 victory, pull within game of Orioles in AL East
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The Red Sox have fired Chaim Bloom as they stumble toward a third last-place finish in 4 seasons

The Boston Red Sox have fired Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom as the team stumbled toward a third last-place finish in four seasons

September 14, 2023
The Red Sox have fired Chaim Bloom as they stumble toward a third last-place finish in 4 seasons
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MLB legend Pete Rose dead at 83

MLB legend Pete Rose has died. CNN's Andy Scholes looks back at his life and career.

May 07, 2013
MLB legend Pete Rose dead at 83

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