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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 ...
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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/
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 ...
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Column: It’s deja vu again for manager Pedro Grifol, whose Chicago White Sox are off to a terrible 2-10 start
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/12/chicago-white-sox-pedro-grifol-3/
Wrexham Owner Ryan Reynolds Celebrated Team’s Second Straight Promotion With Emotional Tweet
si.com/soccer/2024/04/13/wrexham-promotion-ryan-reynolds-emotional-tweet
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.
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
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Whitey Herzog, Hall of Fame manager who led St. Louis Cardinals to 3 pennants, dies at 92
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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.
Ryan Reynolds celebrates 'ride of our lives' as Wrexham gains promotion to English 3rd division
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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 ...
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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
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
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/
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/
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/
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/
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
Ankeny Centennial baseball's Joey Oakie preparing for possible first-round MLB Draft pick
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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 ...
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World Series champs made sure beloved clubhouse attendants got a $505K bonus: 'Life-changing'
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Are pitchers pitching too hard?: Baseball is stuck in a velocity trap.
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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 ...
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Jackie Robinson Day 2024: Cardinals' young Black players are continuing a St. Louis legacy
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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
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/
3 key Giants stats: Lee’s 5 swings, Hicks’ splitter uptick, hard hits: The San Francisco Giants are off to an auspicious start, dipping below the .500 mark ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/giants/article/4-key-giants-stats-lee-s-5-swings-hicks-19401455.php
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/
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
Chicago baseball report: Adbert Alzolay’s bounce-back outing for Cubs — and Michael Kopech leaves White Sox teammates speechless
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/12/chicago-baseball-report-adbert-alzolay-has-bounce-back-outing-for-cubs-while-michael-kopech-is-leaving-sox-teammates-speechless/
Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Working with Shohei Ohtani on Strike Zone Discipline
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Kyle Hess' walk-off single gives Creighton baseball a series sweep over No. 13 Coastal Carolina
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Craig Kimbrel blows save as Orioles fall to Athletics, 3-2, in 10 innings: Craig Kimbrel allowed all five Athletics batters he faced to reach base in the ninth ...
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/26/orioles-athletics-corbin-burnes-craig-kimbrel/
Friday preps spotlight: Pioneer, Palo Alto distance runners approaching longstanding record
mercurynews.com/2024/04/26/friday-preps-spotlight-pioneer-palo-alto-distance-runners-approaching-longstanding-record/
Astros Manager Joe Espada Leads By Example With Boring Ejection During Fifth Straight Loss
si.com/mlb/2024/04/26/astros-joe-espada-ejection-cubs-boring
Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/24/chicago-sports-executives-speak/
Coe baseball coach Steve Cook recalls Bill Quinby’s profound impact: Coe plays home games on field named after late former AD; Kohawks defeat ...
thegazette.com/sports/coe-coach-steve-cook-recalls-bill-quinbys-profound-impact/
Oakville and Mehlville communities rally around assistant coach in his battle with cancer
stltoday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/oakville-and-mehlville-communities-rally-around-assistant-coach-in-his-battle-with-cancer/article_fd3d4cd6-02b8-11ef-988e-c3abdf9d60fc.html
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/
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/
Ahead of Cincinnati series, Texas Rangers reach minor-league deal with ex-Red Johnny Cueto
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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
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
‘Exponential growth.’ New-look Lexington Legends prioritizing development this season.
kentucky.com/sports/article287900260.html
Clemson's baseball coach tells Pat Tillman's story to his players every year. Here's why.
postandcourier.com/sports/clemson/clemson-baseball-erik-bakich-pat-tillman-20-year-anniversary/article_0e6ed2f4-fe7c-11ee-a59a-bfc657e380d5.html
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/
FAA investigating after Rockies coach seen in cockpit on United charter flight: Two pilots were grounded and the FAA is investigating after a baseball coach ...
denverpost.com/2024/04/19/rockies-coach-united-flight-cockpit-faa-investigation/
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
Hiring Kevin Cash was a win for the Rays, soon to become their biggest: Nobody, including the manager himself, knew how he’d do as the successor to franchise ...
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Coaches Corner: Boerne baseball coach Geoff Curtin talks Greyhounds: In this Q&A, Boerne baseball coach Geoff Curtin discussed the Greyhounds’ rapid success and ...
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Bottom of the lineup powers Father McGivney past Roxana in matchup of top 10 area schools
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Williams: Why Cincinnati Bengals' Zac Taylor, Reds' David Bell should be appreciated
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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/
Mike Lupica: Tom Thibodeau is doing the best work of his career with these Knicks
nydailynews.com/2024/04/20/tom-thibodeau-knicks-playoffs-sixers-lupica/
Rangers' Max Scherzer expected to begin minor league rehab assignment, says Bruce Bochy
sports.yahoo.com/rangers-max-scherzer-expected-to-begin-minor-league-rehab-assignment-says-bruce-bochy-234536394.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/
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
Premium pitching on display as Festus outduels Hillsboro for doubleheader sweep: "You won't see too many games on the MSHSAA scoreboard tonight with a 1-0 ...
stltoday.com/sports/high-school/baseball/premium-pitching-on-display-as-festus-outduels-hillsboro-for-doubleheader-sweep/article_f28a83f4-fe70-11ee-ada8-071db994a1c2.html
Arizona Diamondbacks at San Francisco Giants: The Diamondbacks vs. the Giants in a key early 2024 National League West series.
azcentral.com/picture-gallery/sports/mlb/diamondbacks/2024/04/18/arizona-diamondbacks-at-san-francisco-giants/73379633007/
What’s going on with Skip Schumaker and the Miami Marlins?: Following a surprise trip to the playoffs in 2023, the Marlins are in a downward spiral ...
sports.yahoo.com/whats-going-on-with-skip-schumaker-and-the-miami-marlins-172742998.html
Why Ranger Suárez’s 112-pitch shutout is latest evidence of his new focus: The Phillies have dreamed of Suárez making the leap. He is a good mid-rotation starter ...
theathletic.com/5421591/2024/04/17/ranger-suarez-phillies-breakout-2024/
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.
Ex-SF Giants manager Gabe Kapler discusses life in Miami, future plans: Now an assistant GM with the Marlins, Kapler reunited with his former players and staff ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/16/ex-sf-giants-manager-gabe-kapler-discusses-life-in-miami-future-plans/
How former big leaguer Damion Easley helped shape Cardinals young slugger Nolan Gorman
stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/how-former-big-leaguer-damion-easley-helped-shape-cardinals-young-slugger-nolan-gorman/article_4826a7de-fd8b-11ee-b36e-ef6abfb29eee.html
Davidson homecoming, good vibrations, for first-year UR baseball coach Mik Aoki: “We’ve been in each other’s weddings. We’re godparents to each other’s kids ...
richmond.com/mik-aoki-university-of-richmond-davidson-college-atlantic-10-conference/article_025da566-fdab-11ee-ac44-0701d11b24a7.html
Clemson fans hit by foul balls, Bakich demands 'fix' to extend DKS nets: Clemson coach Erik Bakich insisted the netting at Doug Kingsmore Stadium be extended ...
postandcourier.com/sports/clemson/clemson-baseball-doug-kingsmore-stadium-foul-balls-netting-erik-bakich/article_5dfae092-fcb5-11ee-bd84-efd9e757fdf8.html
Skechers Adds Aaron Nola, Brendan Donovan and Chris Taylor to Its MLB Roster: Skechers has expanded its roster of MLB players with the addition of Chris Taylor ...
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Why the same 2 words come up a lot when Rays discuss Jose Caballero: The new shortstop has made quite the early impression on his teammates and bosses with what ...
tampabay.com/sports/rays/2024/04/16/jose-caballero-mariners-genesis-cabrera-erik-neander-rodney-linares/
Archbishop Curley baseball quells Catonsville’s rally to win in extra innings, 7-6
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/16/curley-catonsville-baseball/
Who are TCU’s highest-paid employees? Hint: Take a look in the athletic department
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Orioles INF Jackson Holliday to wear dad’s No. 7: Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday will wear his father’s jersey No.7 when he makes his ...
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Cardinals Manager Couldn’t Challenge Call by Umps Thanks to a Security Guard, and MLB Fans Had Jokes
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Houston Astros' Spencer Arrighetti unfazed in second MLB start: Houston Astros starter Spencer Arrighetti held the Atlanta Braves, arguably the most dangerous ...
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Charles A. Field Jr., Towson University educator and coach, dies: Charles A. Field Jr., a Towson University educator and coach known for his gentlemanly manner ...
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/16/charles-field-towson-university/
Tom Krasovic: Padres on the right side of baseball's injury crisis so far: Throughout baseball, frontline pitchers have suffered severe arm injuries early in the ...
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Houston Astros: Atlanta Braves on deck: The majors' No. 1 offense poses a stiff challenge for three Houston pitchers who were battered in their starts last week.
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How we found another all-time Cincinnati baseball great to add to city's historic roster
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