Baseball News
Covering the Closer: Two Decades of Writing on Mariano Rivera
The New York Times - 21 Jul 2019 16:10
Ahead of Rivera's induction into the Hall of Fame this weekend, we compiled excerpts of New York Times articles from a handful of the biggest moments of his storied career.
Rays' Kiermaier sprains thumb on headfirst slide
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 05:10
Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier left Saturday night's game in the eighth inning with a sprained left thumb after diving headfirst into first base.
Alonso's pinch-hit HR sets Mets rookie RBI mark
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 02:24
Pete Alonso came off the bench and hit his 33rd home run, setting the Mets rookie record for RBI as New York beat San Francisco 11-4 Saturday to end the Giants' seven-game winning streak.
Kluber (broken arm) throws 30 pitches off mound
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 20:13
Corey Kluber threw 30 pitches in a bullpen session as the Cleveland right-hander continues his comeback from a broken forearm.
Rays place Kiermaier on IL with sprained thumb
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 17:30
The Rays have put Kevin Kiermaier on the 10-day IL with a sprained left thumb, an injury the center fielder suffered Saturday while sliding headfirst into first base.
'Family' reunion; Close ties still bind '79 Pirates
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 04:15
The 1979 Pirates were honored at the World Series-winning team's 40th-anniversary celebration at PNC Park on Saturday night.
Longtime writer Stark accepts HOF's Spink Award
ESPN - 21 Jul 2019 02:46
Longtime baseball writer Jayson Stark accepted the J.G. Taylor Spink Award in Cooperstown on Saturday.
Yankees Stay Hot but Rockies Get a Little Wild
The New York Times - 21 Jul 2019 01:44
The Yankees won their fifth straight on a sweltering day at the Stadium. Luke Voit was hit in the face by a pitch.