Pete Rose’s return to MLB has the sports world buzzing
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has taken steps to remove Pete Rose, Joe Jackson, and a few other deceased players from the league’s permanently ineligible list. This means that Rose, who is the all-time hits leader in baseball, is now eligible for induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Both Rose and Jackson have long been […]
Broadcaster discusses ’embarrassing’ first pitch in MLB report
Throwing the ceremonial first pitch in Major League Baseball (MLB) is often a highlight for many invited guests. For Sierra Santos, a co-host of “Intentional Talk” on the MLB Network, this moment turned troubling rapidly. Santos was asked to throw the first pitch prior to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ game against the Los Angeles Dodgers last […]
Cause of death for former MLB pitcher Scott Sauerbeck disclosed
Scott Sauerbeck, a former MLB pitcher who died in February, succumbed to complications related to the flu, according to an autopsy. The Florida District 12 Medical Examiner’s Office determined that the cause of death was “aftereffects of acute influenza A, including streptococcal pharyngitis.” The 53-year-old’s death was categorized as natural causes, with a toxicology report […]
Aaron Judge giving the Yankees a crucial advantage while other teams in MLB are having difficulties
Judge Aaron is truly a significant asset for the Yankees. But there’s more to his impact than you might think. In recent history, many leagues have struggled against right-handed pitching. However, alongside all the exceptional performances from his teammates, Judge excels against left-handed pitchers, giving the Yankees a competitive advantage in an area that often […]
Can you identify this MLB infielder in today’s trivia game?
It’s another day for the SB Nation MLB In-5 Daily Trivia game. If you’re just joining in, you can find the game instructions at the end. We’d love to hear your results and any thoughts you might have! Today’s SB Nation MLB In-5 Game If you can’t access the game because of Apple News or […]
Elly De La Cruz’s brother gestures rudely during an MLB Network mistake
Baseball broadcasts sometimes cut away from fans behaving badly, but the responsibility for what viewers see, even when fans make lewd gestures, lies with the broadcast itself. During a matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and Atlanta Braves on Thursday night, the Braves’ local broadcast on the Foundation El Sports Network showcased a segment featuring the […]
Pirates dismiss Derek Shelton after 38 games as the first MLB manager to be let go.
It’s tough times in Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Thursday that they have fired manager Derek Shelton after a rough start to the season, which saw the team at 12-26. This marks the first managerial change in Major League Baseball this season. In a surprising move, the Pirates have promoted bench coach Don Kelly […]
MLB great Keith Hernandez stands by the term ‘drag bunt’: ‘I understand it’s not supposed to be used’
Keith Hernandez Raises Eyebrows Over ‘Drug Bunt’ Commentary Two-time World Series champion Keith Hernandez stirred some conversation recently when he suggested that the term “drug bunt” is politically incorrect. The New York Mets broadcaster and former player made these remarks while discussing the Mets’ game against the St. Louis Cardinals during their recent doubleheader, which […]
Blade Tidwell’s hopeful MLB debut fell apart in the Mets’ defeat.
St. Louis – Blade Tidwell made quite an entrance on Sunday, getting his feet wet in the big leagues. In his debut for the Mets, the right-hander reached speeds of 97 mph, managing to limit hard contact for the most part. Still, the Cardinals found ways to disrupt his performance. Tidwell lasted just four innings, […]
Blade Tidwell struggled in his MLB debut, Jesse Winker hurt as Mets lose Game 1.
St. Louis – Blade Tidwell made his major league debut on Sunday, and, well, it didn’t go as smoothly as he might have hoped. The young right-hander showed some promise, reaching 97 mph, but the Cardinals didn’t hold back. Tidwell had to exit after just four innings, allowing six runners to contribute to a 6-5 […]