Baseball News
Braves are on a power trip in Game 1
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 05:25
The Braves were flexing, early. Jorge Soler and Adam Duvall each hit home runs as Atlanta leads, 5-1, after 7 innings. Atlanta's ace Charlie Morton left the game in the third inning with a broken bone in his leg.
Morton fractures fibula, will miss rest of Series
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 05:25
Charlie Morton was hit by a comebacker in the second inning, leading to his Game 1 exit.
Manfred defers on Braves' use of chop gesture
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 05:24
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said the Native American community in and around Atlanta should have the say on whether the Braves' tomahawk chop gesture is appropriate.
As Baseball Considers Its Future, Parity Isn't the Problem
The New York Times - 27 Oct 2021 01:59
Payroll disparity can make the sport seem unfair, but M.L.B. has had 14 different teams win championships since 2000 -- more than the other major American men's sports.
How to Watch World Series Game 2
The New York Times - 27 Oct 2021 23:45
First pitch is scheduled for 8:09 p.m. Eastern time.
Davidson fills Morton's roster spot for Braves
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 22:40
Tucker Davidson, who had a 3.60 ERA in four starts this season with the Braves, has been added to the team's World Series roster in place of injured pitcher Charlie Morton.
Tyler Matzek's Journey From the AirHogs to the Atlanta Braves
The New York Times - 27 Oct 2021 22:19
The left-hander was once so out of sorts that he attended tryouts with football players and security guards. Now he has one of Atlanta's most dependable arms.
Braves turn on power and other big moments in Game 1
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 21:48
Atlanta's bullpen -- despite a few threats -- found a way to limit the hot Houston offense to just two runs.
Roller derby team sues over Guardians name use
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 21:14
A roller derby team that has called itself the Cleveland Guardians since 2013 is suing the city's Major League Baseball team for trademark infringement.
Brewers GM Matt Arnold latest to say no thanks to Steve Cohen, Mets as front-office search continues to flail
NY Daily News - 27 Oct 2021 19:18
Steve Cohen and the Mets' search to fill a top front-office position is off to a perplexing start.
Austin Wells has a promising bat, but probably isn't the Yankees' future at catcher
NY Daily News - 27 Oct 2021 16:43
Scouts are very high on Wells' offense, but there are concerns about his defense.
'I love this time of year': Why Carlos Correa is made for October
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 14:04
Houston's star shortstop has become the Astros' most vocal leader while backing up his words with every postseason swing.
World Series Game 1: Instant reaction as Braves jump all over Astros in Fall Classic opener
NY Daily News - 27 Oct 2021 12:00Baker on Astros' loss: 'Our team doesn't worry'
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 09:16
"We have the knack of bouncing back after losses," Houston manager Dusty Baker said after his team dropped Game 1 of the World Series to Atlanta on Tuesday night.
Atlanta's Charlie Morton Breaks Leg and Won't Return in World Series
The New York Times - 27 Oct 2021 08:07
Morton was struck by a comebacker in his team's Game 1 win over Houston in the World Series. Three outs later, he left with a fractured fibula. When the break occurred is unknown.
Braves beat Astros in Game 1 of World Series after losing starter Charlie Morton to a broken leg
NY Daily News - 27 Oct 2021 06:34Ohtani gets rarely-given award for historic season
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 05:24
Angels two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani was presented with the Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award on Tuesday night, a trophy with few recipients to commemorate a season without equal.
Braves and Jorge Soler begin Game 1 with a bang
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 03:08
The Braves started the Fall Classic with a 382-foot homer from Jorge Soler. Two batters later, Austin Riley's double drove Ozzie Albies home. Atlanta tacked on a run in the 2nd inning and lead, 3-0.
Braves add Wright, Gore; Meyers off Astros roster
ESPN - 27 Oct 2021 00:02
The Braves added right-hander Kyle Wright and outfielder Terrance Gore to their roster ahead of Game 1 of the World Series, while the Astros added Marwin Gonzalez in place of injured outfielder Jake Meyers.