Baseball News
Winners and losers of Baseball Hall of Fame voting announcement
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 01:36
Derek Jeter is in (but not unanimously). Larry Walker makes it in his last year. Here's who should be celebrating -- or not -- after Tuesday's HOF reveal.
Two Decades of Stubbornness Kept Derek Jeter on Top
The New York Times - 22 Jan 2020 02:48
He was talented and driven, sure. But Jeter was defined more by an unyielding ability to play the game, and carry himself, on his own terms.
Braves give Ozuna $18 million contract for 2020
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 02:10
Outfielder Marcell Ozuna, who hit 29 home runs for the Cardinals last season, will play for the Atlanta Braves in 2020 on a one-year contract worth $18 million.
Mets Set to Hire Luis Rojas as Manager
The New York Times - 22 Jan 2020 20:46
Rojas, who has spent more than a decade rising in the organization, spent last season as the Mets' quality control coach.
Mets officially name Rojas new manager
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 19:59
The Mets have named Luis Rojas their new manager.
Umps' union clarifies use of electronics in spring
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 18:57
Hours after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred indicated that an electronic strike zone would be used in spring training games, the executive committee of the umpires' union clarified that the electronics would not be used in ...
Source: MLB to test robot umps in spring training
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 18:57
MLB will test a "camera-based system" to call balls and strikes during spring training games, a source told ESPN, adding that the system will be available for use during the Florida State League season.
Gordon returning for 14th season with Royals
ESPN - 22 Jan 2020 17:40
The Royals have signed Alex Gordon to a one-year deal as the outfielder returns to Kansas City for a 14th season.