Baseball News
Altobelli family memorial held at Angel Stadium
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 03:07
The service at Angel Stadium of Anaheim honored Orange Coast College baseball coach John Altobelli, his wife, Keri, and teenage daughter Alyssa.
Sources: MLB mulling major changes to playoffs
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 00:55
Major League Baseball is weighing a switch that would increase the number of playoff teams in each league to seven, with three division winners and four wild cards, starting with the 2022 season.
Angels target mid-May for Ohtani mound return
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 23:48
Angels GM Billy Eppler said knee surgery in September has delayed the timeline for Shohei Ohtani to return to the mound as a pitcher until mid-May. Until then, he will continue to contribute to the team as a hitter.
Reports: Mariners, C. Gonzalez have minors deal
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 22:51
The Mariners are adding depth to their outfield, agreeing Tuesday to a minor league contract with former All-Star Carlos Gonzalez, according to multiple reports.
Report: No decision by MLB this week on Red Sox
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 21:46
With pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training on Tuesday, the Red Sox will begin workouts without knowing whether the team will be punished by MLB amid allegations of sign stealing during their run to the 2018 ...
Baseball Considers Expanding Its Playoff Field
The New York Times - 11 Feb 2020 19:43
In a play for younger views, M.L.B. is looking at a made-for-TV event in which some teams would pick their first-round opponent.
Hate MLB's expanded playoff proposal? Here's why you shouldn't
ESPN - 11 Feb 2020 18:34
Reformatting the postseason has social media raging. But the benefits -- for baseball, for the players and for the fans -- are clear.