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What are the Top 10 front offices in MLB? Here’s how 40 executives voted: For this exercise, The Athletic canvassed 40 executives across the sport ...
theathletic.com/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/
The reasons to believe in (and worry about) the Mets so far this season: Every hot team in the early part of the season faces the same question: How real is what ...
theathletic.com/5434425/2024/04/22/new-york-mets-worry-belief/
Quick Glance: Mets and Giants: Belief or Skepticism? Strider's Insights on Arm Injuries
- Despite underperforming, the Giants show potential for a turnaround with a strong rotation and standout players like Bailey. However, their playoff spot is not guaranteed.
- The Mets staged an impressive recovery after a rocky start, but doubts linger about the sustainability of their success. New surprise players and managerial skills suggest a better season ahead, yet concerns exist regarding rotation and defense.
- Spencer Strider's injury turned out to be less severe than feared, allowing for a quicker return. Strider emphasized the complexity of arm injuries in pitchers, shedding light on the challenges faced during recovery.
- Reflecting on last week's team performances reveals positive trends for some like the Guardians, Braves, and Athletics, while others such as the Dodgers and Tigers face challenges. The continuation of these trends remains uncertain.
Former Dodger Steve Sax sets out to honor the Marine pilot he calls ‘my hero’: Onetime Yankee and Dodger Steve Sax alternates between tears and laughter as he ...
theathletic.com/5400942/2024/04/26/dodgers-yankees-steve-sax-son-marine/
Chicago White Sox made history with their 8th shutout in 22 games. Here’s a closer look at each missed scoring opportunity.
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/chicago-white-sox-shut-out-record/
Rockies coach posts video in cockpit, prompting FAA inquiry - ESPN: In a since-deleted social media post, Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens is seen sitting ...
espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/39976154/rockies-coach-posts-video-cockpit-prompting-faa-probe
Blake Snell is off to a disastrous start. How did signing so late impact these MLB free agents?
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/04/21/blake-snell-mlb-free-agents-cody-bellinger/73399710007/
Ed Sheeran fights appeal in 'Thinking Out Loud' copyright case: Ed Sheeran's hit song "Thinking Out Loud" was once again on the docket in a New York courtroom on ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/ed-sheeran-fights-appeal-thinking-out-loud-copyright-case-2024-04-17/
Brendan Rodgers’ grand slam lifts Rockies past Padres: Brendan Rodgers has said in his quiet voice more than once, "We’re going to get out of this.”
denverpost.com/2024/04/23/brendan-rodgers-grand-slam-rockies-padres/
Rockies Mailbag: Is Kris Bryant’s contract one of the worst in Colorado sports history?
denverpost.com/2024/04/17/rockies-mailbag-kris-bryant-contrack-kyle-freeland/
Rockies series opener against Mariners postponed, to be made up on Sunday as part of split doubleheader
denverpost.com/2024/04/19/rockies-mariners-game-postponed-split-doubleheader/
Wrexham Owner Ryan Reynolds Celebrated Team’s Second Straight Promotion With Emotional Tweet
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Quick Glance: Ryan Reynolds Celebrates Wrexham's Promotion to League One
- Ryan Reynolds pays tribute to Wrexham for consecutive promotions into League One after a 6-0 win over Forest Green Rovers.
- Promotion secured with two games to spare as Stockport County also secured promotion.
- Rob McElhenney was absent but showed emotions post-game and regretted missing the celebration.
- Wrexham won their match while their competitors dropped points, paving the way for promotion.
Rockies rout Blue Jays with 20-hit breakout on the road: During the Rockies' painful and sluggish start to the season, manager Bud Black insisted that the ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/12/rockies-rout-blue-jays-20-hits/
Yariel Rodriguez shows well in debut as Blue Jays even up series with Rockies: Yariel Rodriguez's impressive performance in his MLB debut gave the Blue Jays ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/yariel-rodriguez-shows-well-in-debut-as-blue-jays-even-up-series-with-rockies/
Rockies strike out 15 times, lose to Rays, drop to 2-8: The Mighty Casey would have felt right at home Sunday afternoon at Coors Field.
denverpost.com/2024/04/07/rockies-lose-to-rays-strike-outs/
Is the Wrexham ‘fairytale’ good or bad for football?: Wrexham's second promotion in as many seasons has led to interesting responses from fans of other EFL clubs
theathletic.com/5416175/2024/04/16/wrexham-efl-fans-promotion/
Rockies dominated by Dylan Cease in series-opening loss to Padres, become first team since 1931 Reds to trail in first 23 games of season
denverpost.com/2024/04/22/rockies-lose-series-opener-padres-dylan-cease/
Ride the Rockies bike tour canceled for 2024, future uncertain: The Ride the Rockies Bicycle Tour, a cherished institution in Colorado's cycling community ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/18/ride-the-rockies-2024-canceled/
Rockies’ rally falls short in 7-6 loss to Phillies, who finish three-game sweep: The Phillies escaped with a 7-6 win Wednesday night at Citizens Bank Park ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/17/rockies-rally-falls-short-phillies-sweep/
Ryan Reynolds celebrates 'ride of our lives' as Wrexham gains promotion to English 3rd division
ctvnews.ca/sports/ryan-reynolds-celebrates-ride-of-our-lives-as-wrexham-gains-promotion-to-english-3rd-division-1.6846034
Rockies dominated by Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios in 5-0 loss: A series that began with such promise for the Rockies turned into the same old, well-worn story on ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/14/rockies-lose-blue-jays-jose-berrios/
Rockies Journal: The “Curse of DJ LeMahieu” continues in LoDo: The Colroado Rockies' relentless losing, spate of bad luck, and terrible personnel moves can ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/21/rockies-journal-dj-lemahieu-curse/
Wrexham eyes another promotion, this time to 3rd tier of English soccer: Wrexham can secure another Hollywood ending on Saturday. The Welsh team co-owned by ...
apnews.com/article/wrexham-promotion-ryan-reynolds-1f7c8ad14b0f623155b8bed019539a30
Carl Erskine, one of Brooklyn Dodgers' famous 'Boys of Summer,' dies at 97 - UPI.com
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Quick Glance: Carl Erskine, Dodgers Pitcher and Last Member of 'Boys of Summer,' Dies at 97
- Carl Erskine, known for two no-hitters and 20 wins in the 1953 season with the Brooklyn Dodgers, passed away at the age of 97.
- A key figure in the celebrated Brooklyn teams of the 1950s, Erskine helped secure five National League Pennants. He was an All-Star and participated in five World Series.
- Erskine posthumously received the Buck O'Neil Lifetime Achievement Award. His legacy encompasses compassion, encouragement, and positive societal impact.
- Off the field, Erskine was dedicated to charitable causes, particularly advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities. His son Jimmy, born with Down syndrome, inspired his philanthropic work.
Hochman: Why Whitey Herzog means so much to Cardinals fans: He was the epitome of a manager. With “Whiteyball,” he dictated the way the game was played with ...
stltoday.com/sports/column/benjamin-hochman/hochman-why-whitey-herzog-means-so-much-to-cardinals-fans/article_3270caf6-fc18-11ee-a74d-cbaf284c6437.html
Pache's single, Harper's catch in 10th inning lift Phillies past Rockies: Cristian Pache hit a walk-off single with one out in the 10th inning after Bryce Harper ...
apnews.com/article/rockies-phillies-score-a523bf5e43df273237a2d6e82631fdd3
As Rockies take on Astros in Mexico City Series, a look back at how shortstop prospect Vinny Castilla became a Mexican baseball legend
denverpost.com/2024/04/26/rockies-mexico-city-series-preview-vinny-castilla/
Rockies Journal: Search for a qualified closer could take all season: Wanted: A talented pitcher to work the back end of Rockies baseball games ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/13/rockies-journal-closer-search/
Logan Webb retires 19 in a row, late offense lifts Giants past D’backs: Logan Webb retired 19 straight batters after a pair of first-inning singles and the San ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/giants/article/logan-webb-retires-19-row-late-offense-lifts-19409841.php
PHOTOS: Jackie Robinson: A life in pictures: Baseball legend Jackie Robinson, born Jan. 31, 1919, in Georgia, broke the color line in Major League Baseball when ...
nydailynews.com/2023/01/30/jackie-robinson-a-life-in-pictures/
Reeling Rockies dominated by Phillies’ Ranger Suarez, who throws shutout: The Rockies' 5-0 loss to the Phillies was a quick, but hardly painless.
denverpost.com/2024/04/16/rockies-phillies-ranger-suarez-shutout/
Column: Los Angeles Dodgers spent to build, while the Chicago Cubs stayed just under the luxury tax. Which way will work?
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/06/chicago-cubs-los-angeles-dodgers-2/
Mets win series over NL East rivals after routing Braves 16-4: Tyrone Taylor's grand slam put the exclamation point on a 4-2 road trip for the Mets.
nydailynews.com/2024/04/11/mets-win-series-nl-east-braves/
Jerry Grote, Mets Catcher for 1969 World Series, Dies at 81: Known for his field savvy and his powerful arm, he helped propel the New York Mets through their ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/sports/baseball/jerry-grote-dead.html
MLB is trying to find answers to the pitching injury crisis. It’s going to take a while
theathletic.com/5403558/2024/04/10/mlb-pitching-injury-crisis-study/
Rockies’ Kris Bryant, injured again, goes on IL with back strain: Kris Bryant, the Rockies' oft-injured first baseman and right fielder ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/17/kris-bryant-injured-list-back-strain/
Blake Snell’s rocky Giants debut leads to an ugly loss against Nats: Blake Snell gave up three earned runs in three innings in his Giants debut on Monday night ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/giants/article/blake-snell-s-rocky-giants-debut-leads-ugly-19392768.php
Hapless Rockies lose to D-backs in 9th on Eugenio Suarez’s bloop double: Arizona's Eugenio Suarez hit a two-out 72.3 mph blooper into no-man's land ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/10/rockies-lose-d-backs-coors-field/
Colorado Rockies' Hensley Meulens sorry for United Airlines cockpit visit: report
businessinsider.com/colorado-rockies-hensley-meulens-sorry-united-airlines-cockpit-visit-report-2024-4
Michael Busch 'doing damage' for Chicago Cubs after being boxed out by superstars in LA
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/04/18/michael-busch-chicago-cubs-dodgers-trade/73364763007/
How a new class of Japanese stars is changing baseball: Japanese stars help shape MLB. Now MLB helps shape Japanese baseball, too.
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/18/japanese-stars-mlb-npb/
Rockies, lacking a clutch hit, lose to Diamondbacks at Coors Field to drop to 3-9
denverpost.com/2024/04/09/rockies-clutch-hitting-lose-diamondbacks/
Rockies’ rough first inning costs them in 5-3 loss to Blue Jays: Starter Dakota Hudson went south in the first inning when the Blue Jays took a 5-0 lead ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/13/rockies-first-inning-blue-jays-loss/
The ‘gimmick’ that has sparked a cricket culture war: A rule change has India’s stars up in arms, with plenty of potential consequences for this year’s Twenty20 ...
theage.com.au/sport/cricket/the-gimmick-that-has-sparked-a-cricket-culture-war-20240419-p5fl3h.html
Why Braves might still be NL's best without Spencer Strider: There's no 1:1 replacement for Spencer Strider, but no team is better equipped than Atlanta to ...
foxsports.com/stories/mlb/why-braves-might-still-be-nls-best-without-spencer-strider
Ankeny Centennial baseball's Joey Oakie preparing for possible first-round MLB Draft pick
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/high-school/2024/04/24/joey-oakie-mlb-draft-ankeny-centennial-high-iowa-hawkeyes-baseball-prospects/73376481007/
MLB insiders “pretty worried” by rise in arm injuries to top young starting pitchers
theathletic.com/5397742/2024/04/08/arm-injury-causes-mlb-strider-bieber-perez/
Rockies nearly lose after fan interference call takes away walk-off home run: The Colorado Rockies thought they had a walk-off win over the Seattle Mariners ...
sports.yahoo.com/rockies-nearly-lose-after-fan-interference-call-takes-away-walk-off-home-run-233250775.html
Rockies reliever Daniel Bard to undergo season-ending flexor tendon surgery: Rockies right-handed reliever Daniel Bard needs surgery on his right flexor tendon ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/12/daniel-bard-rockies-season-ending-surgery/
Kickin' it with Kiz: Making a case why the Broncos shouldn't draft a quarterback in the first round
gazette.com/sports/kickin-it-with-kiz-making-a-case-why-the-broncos-shouldnt-draft-a-quarterback-in/article_4a1e90b0-7907-57c1-b060-1f98ec74d115.html
2024 MLB mock draft: Where are Jac Caglianone, other top prospects predicted to go?
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/draft/2024/04/18/2024-mlb-mock-draft-top-picks-jac-caglianone/73368984007/
McMahon has 3 hits, Blackmon hits home run and triple as Rockies beat Diamondbacks, 7-5
apnews.com/article/diamondbacks-rockies-b11c19075ec2f8a3139caad2e9d421e5
World Series champs made sure beloved clubhouse attendants got a $505K bonus: 'Life-changing'
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/04/14/world-series-teams-clubhouse-attendants-got-life-changing-bonus/73316441007/
Rockies pitcher Ryan Feltner finds outlet in abstract painting: Rockies pitcher Ryan Feltner is an abstract painter who's inspired by Mark Rothko and ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/21/rockies-ryan-feltner-abstract-painting/
Are pitchers pitching too hard?: Baseball is stuck in a velocity trap.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/are-pitchers-pitching-too-hard/678010/
Stephen Strasburg, World Series hero for Nationals, officially retires after injuries
nydailynews.com/2024/04/07/stephen-strasburg-world-series-retires-injuries/
Quick Glance: Stephen Strasburg concludes successful baseball career
- The former World Series MVP and Washington Nationals icon, Stephen Strasburg, has officially announced his retirement from baseball, as indicated on the MLB's transaction page.
- Before the news was published in the transaction column, there were no public announcements made by either the Nationals or Strasburg regarding the decision.
- As per information provided to Andrew Golden of the Washington Post, Strasburg will defer an unspecified portion of his remaining salary as part of the agreement.
- In 2009, Washington selected Strasburg as the first overall pick from San Diego State, and he made his Major League debut in less than a year. During his highly anticipated MLB debut at the sold-out Nationals Park, Strasburg struck out 14 batters in seven innings, creating one of the franchise's initial iconic moments since relocating to the capital from Montreal.
Rockies rally to beat Arizona, 7-5, behind improvement from Kyle Freeland and strong bullpen
denverpost.com/2024/04/08/rockies-beat-dbacks-series-opener-kyle-freeland/
Mitchell Parker ‘trying not to overthink anything’ as MLB debut nears: “Just trying to get out there and do a job for the team,” the right-hander said ahead of ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/15/mitchell-parker-mlb-debut-nationals-dodgers/
Head MLB agent of Bad Bunny's new agency reportedly has certification revoked by players union
sports.yahoo.com/head-mlb-agent-of-bad-bunnys-new-agency-reportedly-has-certification-revoked-by-players-union-224428974.html
Wrexham on the Verge of Clinching Promotion for Second Straight Year: The team owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney is close to achieving promotion for the ...
si.com/soccer/2024/04/12/wrexham-verge-of-promotion-league-one
Jackie Robinson Day 2024: Cardinals' young Black players are continuing a St. Louis legacy
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2024/04/15/jackie-robinson-day-2024-cardinals-young-black-players-continue-legacy/73323993007/
Red Sox reliever Kenley Jansen criticizes quality of 'embarrassing' baseballs: Boston Red Sox reliever Kenley Jansen complained about the quality of MLB's ...
sports.yahoo.com/red-sox-reliever-kenley-jansen-criticizes-quality-embarrassing-baseballs-234033540.html
Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery: The Red Sox signed Story to a six-year, $140 million contract in 2022 after his six ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2024/04/09/trevor-story-injury-red-sox-shoulder-surgery/73264011007/
How Dwight Gooden’s 1983 minor league season laid the framework for his Amazin’ Mets career
nydailynews.com/2024/04/14/dwight-gooden-mets-number-retired-lynchburg-minor-league-shea-stadium-citi-field/
Rockies' Kyle Freeland heads to injured list; game postponed Friday with Mariners
gazette.com/sports/colorado-rockies/rockies-kyle-freeland-injured/article_930e21a4-6071-55d0-af5e-84f209e76ee8.html
MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers Plummet as New Teams Occupy Top and Bottom Spots: The second edition of the MLB Power Rankings for the 2024 season ...
newsweek.com/sports/mlb/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-plummet-new-teams-occupy-top-bottom-spots-1891057
Final out from Alexis Diaz's 50th save thrown into GABP crowd by Reds OF Will Benson
cincinnati.com/story/sports/mlb/reds/2024/04/21/alexis-diaz-wanted-ball-final-out-from-50th-career-save-cincinnati-of-will-benson-threw-to-fan-gabp/73402862007/
Hochman: No offense, but the Cardinals, right now, have no offense: This season, the Cards are hitting .219 — third-lowest in the National League ...
stltoday.com/sports/column/benjamin-hochman/hochman-no-offense-but-the-cardinals-right-now-have-no-offense/article_e4c07710-f768-11ee-89db-27de022472c4.html
Houston Astros, Colorado Rockies meet in 'Mexico City Series': Hoping to snap a five-game skid, the Astros make their second regular-season venture into Mexico ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/astros/article/houston-astros-mexico-city-colorado-rockies-19424000.php
Ahead of Cincinnati series, Texas Rangers reach minor-league deal with ex-Red Johnny Cueto
cincinnati.com/story/sports/mlb/reds/2024/04/23/johnny-cueto-agrees-to-minor-league-deal-with-texas-rangers/73434643007/
Kurtenbach: 3 up, 3 down from SF Giants’ first 25 (fine, 26) games: San Francisco Giants: Despite some struggles at the plate, the Giants are off to an ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/25/kurtenbach-3-up-3-down-from-the-giants-first-25-fine-26-games/
Steven Matz, Cardinals look to build on series-opening win vs. Arizona: First Pitch
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/steven-matz-cardinals-look-to-build-on-series-opening-win-vs-arizona-first-pitch/article_84bff31a-f9fa-11ee-8b2f-f319f9665cae.html
The 10 biggest disappointments of the young MLB season: bad umps, worse White Sox, A’s to Sacramento
theathletic.com/5439889/2024/04/25/mlb-season-disappointments-2024-white-sox/
Why Cincinnati Reds' Lodolo returned in Nick of time for what awaits Reds | Press Box Wag
cincinnati.com/story/sports/mlb/reds/2024/04/20/check-out-where-nick-lodolo-already-landed-in-nl-central-power-ranking/73394648007/
Jordan Montgomery ‘excited’ to face former team as member of Diamondbacks: Cardinals Extra
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/jordan-montgomery-excited-to-face-former-team-as-member-of-diamondbacks-cardinals-extra/article_0ef8d47a-01ad-11ef-8870-176c2abaaaf3.html
Top 10 U.S. vacation destinations from Men’s Journal includes a California charmer
mercurynews.com/2024/04/22/top-10-u-s-vacation-destinations-from-mens-journal-includes-a-california-charmer/
Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame Cardinals Manager, Dies at 92: Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame Cardinals Manager, Dies at 92
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/sports/whitey-herzog-dead.html/
Quick Glance: Whitey Herzog, Legendary St. Louis Cardinals Manager, Passes at 92
- Hall of Fame manager Whitey Herzog, known for leading the St. Louis Cardinals to three pennants and a World Series title in the 1980s, has died at the age of 92.
- Herzog was famous for his 'Whiteyball' strategy, emphasizing speed, defense, and line-drive hitters.
- Under Herzog's guidance, the Cardinals secured three pennants and a World Series victory, highlighting his stern yet good-natured style and focus on speed and defense.
- Herzog was a successful manager and player, with a long career in baseball, earning the respect of many players and colleagues.
Despite throwing just 65 innings last year, Jordan Hicks wants to stay in SF Giants’ rotation for good
mercurynews.com/2024/04/21/despite-throwing-just-65-innings-last-year-reliever-turned-starter-jordan-hicks-wants-to-stay-in-the-sf-giants-rotation-for-good/
A quiet farewell to Oakland leaves Cardinals still searching for hints of noise from offense
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/a-quiet-farewell-to-oakland-leaves-cardinals-still-searching-for-hints-of-noise-from-offense/article_dd508e22-fcf2-11ee-b469-5fa566e92f2b.html
What’s happening with Blake Snell? Reigning Cy Young winner clobbered again as Giants lose, 17-1, to Arizona
mercurynews.com/2024/04/19/thumped-blake-snell-sets-the-wrong-tone-as-giants-lose-17-1-to-arizona/
Baseball: Ohtani ties record for most home runs by Japanese in MLB - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240413/p2g/00m/0sp/023000c
Quick Glance: Ippei Mizuhara Remains Free Despite Bank Fraud Charges on $25,000 Bond
- Former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani from the Los Angeles Dodgers surrendered to authorities and later appeared before the U.S. District Court.
- Ippei Mizuhara turned himself in on Friday and was subsequently released on an unsecured $25,000 bond, commonly referred to as a signature bond. This arrangement allowed Mizuhara to secure his release without needing to provide any cash or collateral.
- United States Magistrate Judge Maria A. Audero also stipulated that Mizuhara must undergo treatment for his gambling addiction related to the sports betting scandal. Prosecutors alleged that he exploited his personal and professional connection with Ohtani to steal over $16 million from the player's bank account by occasionally posing as Ohtani to bankers to cover his gambling expenses.
- On Friday, Mizuhara only responded to the judge's inquiries by answering 'yes' when Audero asked him if he comprehended various aspects of the case and his bond conditions.
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