Baseball News
How will the 2019 Washington Nationals be remembered? As giant slayers
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 16:47
From wild cards to World Series champs, D.C. took down some Goliaths along the way.
For Astros, a Surprising Hook and a Sudden Fall
The New York Times - 31 Oct 2019 13:46
Houston won 107 times this season and led Game 7 in the seventh inning. But its hopes for a title disappeared in the blink of an eye after its starter was pulled.
Nationals rally past Astros in Game 7 for 1st title
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 07:34
Howie Kendrick and Anthony Rendon homered in the seventh inning as the Washington Nationals overcame a two-run deficit, rocking the Houston Astros 6-2 on Wednesday night in Game 7 of the World Series to win the first tit...
Reports: Geren, Kapler among Giants candidates
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 04:59
Dodgers bench coach Bob Geren is among those who have interviewed for the Giants' managerial position, along with former Phillies manager Gabe Kapler, Astros bench coach Joe Espada and Royals quality-control coach Pedro ...
Royals Hire Mike Matheny as Manager
The New York Times - 31 Oct 2019 23:24
Matheny, the former Cardinals manager, was hired by Kansas City as a special adviser last November, and on Thursday the club named him manager.
Kendrick HR ball, Strasburg jersey head to Hall
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 23:02
World Series artifacts from Howie Kendrick, Stephen Strasburg, Max Scherzer and Juan Soto are among the items headed to the Baseball Hall of Fame for the Autumn Glory exhibit.
Ron Fairly, Dodger Star Turned Broadcaster, Dies at 81
The New York Times - 31 Oct 2019 23:00
In his 20-year playing career, he was on three World Series championship teams. After his playing days, he spent more than 20 years at the microphone.
Free-agent Cole thanks Astros, fans for support
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 22:36
Gerrit Cole, who is entering free agency after a record season with the Astros, said his "thank you" to the team and its fans and said "the heartbreak hasn't gotten any easier today."
Phillies hire ex-Reds skip Price as pitching coach
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 19:38
The Phillies have hired former Reds manager Bryan Price as their pitching coach.
Royals name Mike Matheny as new manager
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 18:14
The Kansas City Royals have named Mike Matheny as their new manager.
Astros a great team that fell short of true greatness
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 10:44
With its Game 7 loss, Houston learned that dynasties can vanish in a flash as a handful of moments barely go wrong.
World Series superlatives: Biggest and best from Nats-Astros
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 08:49
A look back at the moments and performances we'll remember from the 2019 Fall Classic.
Astros favored to win '20 World Series; Nats 14-1
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 07:03
Despite their Game 7 loss to the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night, the Houston Astros, at 4-1, are the favorites to win next year's World Series.
Game 7 live: Latest updates from the World Series finale
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 02:22
The sights, sounds and news from tonight's winner-take-all showdown between the Astros and Nats.
Hinch wishes for 'common sense' on Game 6 call
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 01:15
Astros manager AJ Hinch said he didn't think Nationals shortstop Trea Turner should have been called out for interference in Game 6 of the World Series, a controversial call that eventually led to the ejection of Nats ma...
Josh Hamilton, Former M.L.B. Star, Charged With Injuring His Daughter
The New York Times - 31 Oct 2019 00:24
According to a police affidavit, Hamilton's teenage daughter told the police that he went on a rampage on Sept. 30. `
Nationals scratch Suzuki from lineup for Game 7
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 00:00
Nationals catcher Kurt Suzuki is back in Washington's lineup for the deciding Game 7 of the World Series against the Houston Astros.