Baseball News
Yankees, With 6 Homers, Defeat the Orioles
The New York Times - 7 Aug 2019 07:33
The victory was the 14th straight in Baltimore.
Zack Wheeler Dominates in a Mets Win Over Miami
The New York Times - 7 Aug 2019 06:36
The victory was the Mets' 12th in 13 games.
Greinke gives up 5 runs, tying HR in debut
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 06:07
Zack Greinke had an uneven debut for the Astros, giving up five runs in six innings to the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night.
Source: Cubs to sign veteran catcher Lucroy
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 22:43
Catcher Jonathan Lucroy, who was DFA'd by the Angels last week, is signing with the Cubs, a source told ESPN. The two-time All-Star is hitting .242 with seven home runs and 30 RBIs this season.
Veteran Lucroy quickly finds work with Cubs
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 22:43
Catcher Jonathan Lucroy, who was DFA'd by the Angels last week, has signed with the Cubs. The two-time All-Star is hitting .242 with seven home runs and 30 RBIs this season.
Pedroia's future in question after knee surgery
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 22:42
Boston second baseman Dustin Pedroia has undergone another surgery on his left knee, and it's uncertain whether the 2008 AL MVP will ever again play in the majors.
Another Baseball Mystery: Why Do Players Seem to Live Longer?
The New York Times - 7 Aug 2019 22:21
A new study suggests professional baseball players live longer than other athletes and American men in general. The reasons could be complex.
Strained hamstring lands Marlins' Rojas on IL
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 18:49
A strained right hamstring has landed Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas on the 10-day injured list.
To steal first or not to steal first, can you trust robo-umps and more Atlantic League revelations
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 18:39
We headed to a recent game between the York Revolution and the Somerset Patriots to see baseball's experimental new rules in action.
The 'Baby Shark' school of parenting
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 14:44
A bold musical choice can pay off for a 10-year-old, too, not to mention his sportswriter dad.
Roughed-up Lester: I'm 'weakest link' in rotation
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 07:16
Jon Lester accepted the blame for the Cubs' 11-4 loss to the Athletics on Tuesday, but Joe Maddon dismissed it as just a bad night. "You just dump it and move on," the manager said.
Yanks' Torres exits again, returns to NY for tests
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 06:21
Gleyber Torres left Tuesday night's game in Baltimore because of "core pain" after leaving Sunday's game with a similar issue.
Yankees' Torres exits game with 'core pain' again
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 06:21
Gleyber Torres left Tuesday night's game in Baltimore with "core pain" after leaving Sunday's game with a similar issue.
Nationals bring back Cabrera, add infield depth
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 03:51
Switch-hitting infielder Asdrubal Cabrera reached agreement on a one-year contract Tuesday for a second stint with the Nationals, and manager Dave Martinez told him to be ready for multiple roles.
Senators Call on M.L.B. for More Transparency on Foul Ball Injuries
The New York Times - 7 Aug 2019 02:32
Senators Richard Durbin and Tammy Duckworth wrote a letter to Commissioner Rob Manfred urging him to release data on which seats at ballparks are most vulnerable to dangerous line drives.
Dodgers to 'take our time' with Verdugo injury
ESPN - 7 Aug 2019 01:19
The Dodgers' outfield depth has taken a hit as rookie outfielder Alex Verdugo was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with an oblique strain. Los Angeles also sent rookie starting pitcher Tony Gonsolin back to Trip...