Baseball News
Fiers greeted with cheers before 1st spring start
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 00:05
The pitcher who blew the lid on the Astros sign-stealing scandal this winter was met with a loud ovation from the A's spring training home crowd.
Can Players' Bosses Control Cheating in Baseball? 'It's Tough'
The New York Times - 24 Feb 2020 10:00
After the Astros scandal, managers and general managers know that a similar scheme could jeopardize their jobs. They explained how they try to reinforce baseball's rules.
D-backs' Bumgarner roping in rodeos incognito
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 04:05
Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Madison Bumgarner has been competing in rodeo events under the alias Mason Saunders and even won $26,560 in a team-roping competition in December, according to a story published Sunday by...
Makeover won't change Phillie Phanatic's antics
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 03:15
Amid a legal fight between the team and his creators, the Phillie Phanatic underwent an offseason makeover that was unveiled Sunday when the Phillies hosted the Pirates in Clearwater, Florida.
GM: D-backs unaware of Bumgarner's rodeo gigs
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 22:55
The Arizona Diamondbacks knew Madison Bumgarner lives on a ranch but were unaware of his recently revealed side career as a rodeo participant.
A New Phillie Phanatic Is Unveiled Amid Fight Over Rights to Mascot
The New York Times - 24 Feb 2020 22:23
The new mascot appears to have bushier eyebrows and a bigger rear end, among other changes. Its debut came as the team is embroiled in a legal battle over the mascot.
Jeter: Astros scandal a 'black eye' for baseball
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 20:11
Derek Jeter said Monday that the Astros sign-stealing scandal is "a black eye for the sport."
MLB to judge: Cheating attempts part of sports
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 20:08
MLB is urging a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by participants in DraftKings fantasy baseball contests over the sign stealing by the Houston Astros.
Top tips for drafting in points leagues
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 17:41
Playing in a points league this fantasy baseball season? AJ Mass explains the strategies to use and the type of players to go after in 2020.
Astros to keep Springer as leadoff, Baker says
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 03:03
George Springer, Houston's leadoff hitter since 2016, will remain in the roll this season, Astros manager Dusty Baker said.
Betts draws cheers, drives in run in Dodger debut
ESPN - 24 Feb 2020 02:18
Mookie Betts still has some work to do as he settles in with the Los Angeles Dodgers.