Baseball News
A Foul Ball, an Injured Little Girl and Another Cycle of Anguish Without Answers
The New York Times - 1 Jun 2019 13:00
Despite additional netting at baseball parks, spectators remain vulnerable, and some players and fans are wondering what it will take to spur more change.
Mets Get a Win, and Key Pitchers Get Some Rest
The New York Times - 1 Jun 2019 10:48
Carlos Gómez snapped a tie with a pinch-hit double during the Mets' two-run eighth inning, sending them to a victory in Arizona on Friday night.
Maddon critical of plate umpire Laz Diaz after loss
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 08:53
Joe Maddon wasn't pleased with plate umpire Laz Diaz after his Cubs dropped a 2-1 decision to the Cardinals in 10 innings Friday, saying a missed call by Diaz on a 3-2 pitch in the bottom of the 10th factored into the ou...
Weary Red Sox Look to Stop a Yankees Squad That Just Keeps Rolling
The New York Times - 1 Jun 2019 03:50
Despite their many injuries, the Yankees have outpaced Boston and show no signs of slowing down with several stars on the road to return.
Brewers moving Gonzalez to IL with arm fatigue
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 21:46
Gio Gonzalez, who has made six starts this season for the Brewers, is going on the 10-day injured list due to arm fatigue.
With 2019 MLB Draft approaching, Miami Marlins reminisce on their draft days
Miami Herald - 1 Jun 2019 21:33
The three-day 2019 MLB Draft begins on Monday. By the time it is over, more than 1,200 high school and college baseball players will hear their name called and have …
Source: Phillies, Mariners discuss Bruce trade
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 20:47
The Phillies are in discussions with the Mariners concerning a deal for veteran Jay Bruce, who has 14 home runs and 28 RBIs this season, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Red Sox place Pearce on IL with low back strain
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 19:44
Steve Pearce, who was removed from Friday's game against the Yankees after fouling out in the second inning, has been put on the 10-day IL with a low back strain.
Miami Marlins catcher Jorge Alfaro injures jaw in loss to San Diego Padres
Miami Herald - 1 Jun 2019 08:20
Catcher Jorge Alfaro left the Miami Marlins' 5-2 loss to the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Friday night after the seventh inning with jaw discomfort after a foul …
Bell's 94 TB most in May since Willie Mays in '58
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 05:57
Josh Bell finished off his historic May with two more hits, Starling Marte added three hits and scored three times and the Pittsburgh Pirates pounced on struggling Milwaukee starter Jhoulys Chacin in a 9-4 victory Friday...
Cubs' Almora wants change after foul ball hits girl
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 03:08
Albert Almora Jr. said he wants MLB to do whatever it takes to make sure no child is in danger of getting hit by a foul ball.
Correa: Knew something was wrong after 'crack'
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 01:46
Astros star Carlos Correa said he heard a "crack" when his masseuse pressed on his right side and figured "something was not right" when it hurt to breathe and while he was walking.
Cards place Molina on IL due to thumb injury
ESPN - 1 Jun 2019 01:11
The Cardinals placed catcher Yadier Molina on the injured list retroactive to Wednesday due to a strained right thumb tendon. Molina suffered the injury last Saturday, but tried playing through it.
Marc Okkonen, Baseball Maven of a Sartorial Bent, Dies at 85
The New York Times - 1 Jun 2019 00:29
His painstaking research on 20th-century major league uniforms, and his artist's hand, led to the definitive book on the subject.