The New York Mets newest addition, James McCann, addressed the media for the first time during spring training about his excitement for the season with his new team in a zoom conference Tuesday. The former native American League Central player was asked how he felt about his switch to the …
Read More »Derek Jeter Talks Marlins’ Future
Since taking over as CEO for the Miami Marlins in August 2017, former Yankee great Derek Jeter has brought a winning culture to the franchise. Upon entering the franchise, Jeter was forced to completely reboot an organization that was left in shambles from the previous regime. Building Toward a Bright …
Read More »MLB and Players Association Agree to Bring Back Temporary Rule Changes for 2021
Major League Baseball and the players’ association reached a health and safety protocol agreement Monday to continue seven-inning doubleheaders and runners on second base to start extra innings for the second straight season. Returning Rules Both rules played key roles in the completion of the last year’s unprecedented season. In …
Read More »J.T. Realmuto Re-Ups With Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto has re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies. He inks a five year, $115.5 million deal, and becomes the highest-paid catcher ever in terms of annual salary. Playing at a position that is notorious for underpaid contracts, Realmuto made sure that his contract would be a step …
Read More »Boston Legend Dustin Pedroia Announces Retirement
Boston Red Sox legend Dustin Pedroia announced his retirement Monday night completing a 14-year major league career. The former AL MVP spent the entirety of his career in Boston and grew to become a part of the city. Always respected for his grit and style of play, Pedroia embodied what …
Read More »MLB Season Set to Start On Time
With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to ravage the nation, Major League Baseball has grown concerned with it’s current set start time for the 2021 season. However, the league’s proposal to move the start date back a month was rejected by the league’s players. The Proposal Planning for an April 1 …
Read More »George Springer Signs with Toronto Blue Jays
Although the Blue Jays are known for their home grown talent, the narrative has changed with Toronto’s newest signing. George Springer, former Houston Astros outfielder, signed a six year deal worth $150 million this offseason with the Toronto Blue Jays. This is the largest contract in Toronto Blue Jays history …
Read More »Baseball legend Hank Aaron honored with memorial
A small crowd gathered at Truist Park in Atlanta on Tuesday for a memorial honoring baseball legend Hank Aaron. Aaron passed away last Friday, peacefully sleeping in his Atlanta home at the age of 86. Tributes poured in from across the baseball world for Aaron. People reminisced on his achievements …
Read More »No Candidates Elected in 2021 Baseball Hall of Fame Class, Schilling Requests Removal from Ballot
For the first time since 2013, no one was elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. This is also just the ninth time this has occurred since the voting started. Results from the HOF voting Curt Schilling, who spent 20 years in the MLB, was the closest to being …
Read More »MLB Players Reject Proposal for Universal Designated Hitter
The MLB kicks off its 2021 season on April 1st, and they’re finalizing the rules now. The league informed teams on the status of a proposal for a universal designated hitter. The MLBPA rejected the proposal in exchange for an extended postseason. MLB offered a universal DH if the union …
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