The baseball world was shaken by the news of the passing of Orlando Cepeda, affectionately known as the “Baby Bull.” Cepeda, a Hall of Famer and one of the first Puerto Ricans to make a significant impact in the major leagues, left behind a lasting legacy that transcends the diamond. His contributions to the sport
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In a move to address their need for starting pitching depth, the Cleveland Guardians have secured a major league contract with free agent left-hander Matthew Boyd. This signing comes as a strategic decision to fortify their pitching staff and enhance their chances of success in the competitive league. Despite holding an eight-game lead in their
The Philadelphia Phillies faced a tough blow in their late-night game against the Miami Marlins as both Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber suffered injuries in the ninth inning. Harper, who had just been elected to his eighth All-Star Game, felt his left hamstring tighten as he ran to first base on the final play of
In a surprising turn of events, Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees and Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies have been elected to start in the upcoming All-Star Game. Judge led the major leagues with an astounding 3,425,309 votes during the first round of fan balloting. This will mark Judge’s sixth American League start
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has raised concerns about Shohei Ohtani’s potential participation in the Home Run Derby. Roberts mentioned the physical exertion of the event, which involves “rounds and rounds” of swings. Given Ohtani’s ongoing rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery, Roberts is cautious about the workload that the Derby might entail for the
The San Diego Padres and Washington Nationals faced off in a game filled with drama and excitement. Jurickson Profar, amidst a heated situation in the first inning, managed to hit a grand slam in the sixth inning. The crowd at Petco Park erupted as Profar’s bat connected with the ball, sending it sailing just inside
Shohei Ohtani, the Japanese slugger, has seamlessly transitioned into the Los Angeles Dodgers in his first season with the team. With a stellar performance on the field, Ohtani has become a pivotal player in the Dodgers’ success this season. Despite the challenges of adapting to a new team and organization, Ohtani has managed to excel,
Gerrit Cole’s performance in his second start of the 2024 season for the New York Yankees was far from impressive. While his first outing showed promise, his second start against their crosstown rivals, the Mets, was a completely different story. Cole lasted only four innings, giving up six runs on seven hits, including four home
The New York Mets are currently facing some significant hurdles with two key contributors being sidelined for an extended period of time. Closer Edwin Díaz has chosen not to appeal his 10-game suspension for violating foreign substance rules, while right fielder Starling Marte has been placed on the injured list with a right knee bone
The San Francisco Giants paid tribute to their legendary player Willie Mays during a pregame ceremony that lasted around 30 minutes. The ceremony took place during the team’s first home game after Mays’ passing at the age of 93. Various speakers, including Giants broadcaster Mike Krukow, highlighted the impact Mays had on baseball fans across
The recent suspension of New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz has once again brought the issue of foreign substances in baseball to the forefront. Major League Baseball announced that Díaz has been suspended for 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount for violating the prohibitions on foreign substances. This suspension was issued by MLB senior
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz finds himself in hot water after being ejected in a game against the Chicago Cubs for having an illegal substance on his pitching hand. This is a serious offense in Major League Baseball, and has resulted in Diaz facing a 10-game suspension. Crew chief Vic Carapazza noticed the substance
Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg was honored with a statue outside Wrigley Field on the 40th anniversary of his most famous game. The ceremony took place in front of friends, family, former teammates, and loyal Cubs fans. Sandberg’s double-play partners, Larry Bowa and Shawon Dunston, made appearances and spoke highly of
Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, made an eagerly awaited return to the mound for the Texas Rangers. In his season debut, he showcased his dominance by retiring the first 13 batters he faced and 15 out of 16 overall. This remarkable performance speaks to Scherzer’s skill and ability to shut down opposing
During the Saturday night game against the Atlanta Braves, Giancarlo Stanton, the designated hitter for the Yankees, had to leave the game due to left hamstring tightness. This injury has raised concerns within the team, as Stanton has been a key player in their lineup. The severity of the injury is yet to be determined
The San Diego Padres faced a tough challenge in their recent game against the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers as they had to deal with the absence of key players like Fernando Tatis Jr., Jurickson Profar, and Luis Campusano. The news of Campusano being placed on the injured list due to a bruised left thumb came
Max Scherzer, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, is set to make his highly anticipated season debut for the Texas Rangers on Sunday. After undergoing offseason surgery for a herniated disk in his lower back, Scherzer faced additional challenges with a nerve issue extending to his right triceps during his rehab. Despite these setbacks, he
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The legacy of Willie Mays and the Negro Leagues holds a special place in the hearts of baseball fans across the country. For Ajay Stone and his family, a moment captured in 2004 with Mays handing a cookie to his daughter symbolized the connection between generations of fans and the baseball greats