In a unanimous decision, Félix Bautista of the Baltimore Orioles emerged as the clear winner of the Mariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year Award. As a key player in the AL East champion team, Bautista showcased exceptional skills throughout the season. With a remarkable ERA of 1.48 and an impressive record of 33
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The selection of the appropriate logo for a player’s Hall of Fame plaque has often been a topic of debate and controversy. Andre Dawson, a former professional baseball player, recently created a stir by sending a letter to the baseball Hall of Fame chair, Jane Forbes Clark, requesting a change to the cap on his
Reliever Liam Hendriks has been selected as Major League Baseball’s Comeback Player of the Year. The Australian-born right-hander had an incredible journey back to the game after battling non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Making his season debut on May 29, Hendriks showed remarkable resilience, going 2-0 with one save and a 5.40 ERA in five appearances for the
The Detroit Tigers have made a significant move in the offseason by securing right-hander Kenta Maeda with a two-year, $24 million contract. This signing comes as the Tigers aim to enhance their starting rotation and improve upon their 78-84 record in the winnable American League Central. Maeda, who will turn 36 early into the season,
The baseball community mourns the loss of Ron Hodges, a beloved catcher who dedicated his entire 12-season major league career to the New York Mets. On Friday, at the age of 74, Hodges passed away at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Known for his loyalty and contributions to the team, Hodges will
The New York Yankees made an important announcement on Tuesday, revealing that they have hired Brad Ausmus as the new bench coach for manager Aaron Boone. This decision comes after Carlos Mendoza left the position to manage the New York Mets. Ausmus, a former manager for the Detroit Tigers and the Los Angeles Angels, brings
The San Diego Padres have made a significant change in their coaching staff by hiring Mike Shildt as their new manager. This decision comes after former manager Bob Melvin left the team to join the San Francisco Giants, a division rival. Shildt, who previously served as the senior adviser for the Padres, was the favored
The Atlanta Braves have made a significant addition to their bullpen by signing right-hander Reynaldo López to a three-year contract worth $30 million. This move comes as the Braves continue their search for starting pitching, with a clear focus on strengthening their roster for postseason success. López, who pitched for three teams in 2023, brings
In a surprising turn of events, right-hander Aaron Nola has agreed to a seven-year, $172 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. This massive deal comes after a prolonged period of inactivity in the free agent market, raising questions about the future of player contracts in Major League Baseball. Nola, a longtime rotation stalwart for the
In a surprising move, the Milwaukee Brewers decided to non-tender Brandon Woodruff, a two-time All-Star and one of the game’s best starting pitchers. Woodruff, who has been a crucial part of the Brewers’ success in recent years, is now a free agent. This decision has raised many eyebrows as Woodruff’s performance and contributions to the
In a groundbreaking moment in the world of baseball, Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuna Jr. have been unanimously named the Most Valuable Player of their respective leagues. This unprecedented occurrence marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time in the 92-year history of the award that two players have received unanimous MVP votes
San Diego Padres pitcher Blake Snell has added another accolade to his collection by winning his second Cy Young Award, this time in the National League. Snell now joins an elite group of seven players, including legendary pitchers such as Gaylord Perry, Pedro Martinez, Randy Johnson, Roger Clemens, Roy Halladay, and Max Scherzer, who have
In a surprising move, the Milwaukee Brewers have announced the promotion of Pat Murphy as their new manager. Murphy, who previously served as Craig Counsell’s bench coach for eight seasons, now faces the challenge of filling the shoes of his former boss. The announcement came just over a week after Counsell accepted a managerial position
Five years ago, Corbin Carroll and Gunnar Henderson took the field together as part of a showcase featuring the finest high school baseball players in the country. Little did they know that they would not only become Major League Baseball players but also secure the prestigious Rookie of the Year Award in their respective leagues.
The Rookie of the Year Award is a prestigious accolade in Major League Baseball. This year, both the National League (NL) and American League (AL) winners were unanimous selections, which is a rare feat. Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll and Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson were awarded the honor, making them only the fifth pair
After the retirement of Dusty Baker, the Houston Astros have announced the hiring of Joe Espada as their new manager in an effort to maintain their dominance in the American League. Espada’s appointment comes amidst a background of controversy surrounding the sign-stealing scandal that has tarnished the team’s reputation. However, the Astros are confident in
The San Francisco Giants recently announced their coaching staff for the upcoming season, and one name that stands out is Matt Williams. Williams, a former infielder for the Giants, will be returning to the team as the third-base coach under new manager Bob Melvin. This marks a special homecoming for Williams, who spent the first
The Texas Rangers, fresh off their World Series victory, have added to their accolades by claiming multiple Silver Slugger Awards. Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, two key players on their championship-winning roster, were honored with these prestigious awards. Additionally, the Rangers received the highly coveted American League Offensive Team of the Year recognition. Meanwhile, the