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Report: Growing concern about how long MLB lockout may last

The first meeting between Major League Baseball and the players’ union in over a month did little to spark optimism that a deal could be reached anytime soon. In fact, the opposite seems to have happened. MLB made its first post-lockout labor …

Harrison Bader smiling

Cardinals outfielder has unexpected offseason elementary school job

With MLB players in the midst of the offseason and locked out anyway, some are looking for things to do with their spare time. St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Harrison Bader is among them, but it’s fair to say his temporary job is a bit …

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Orioles’ ballpark removing 1 big advantage for hitters

The Baltimore Orioles had the worst ERA in baseball this past season at a grotesque 5.84. Next season though, they could benefit from a structural change being made to their home ballpark. The Orioles revealed to the Baltimore Sun on Tuesday that …

Juan Soto in a Nats hat

Juan Soto’s phenom brother changes course, to sign with different NL team

Juan Soto’s younger brother is changing course and going with a more storybook landing spot. Washington Nationals writer Byron Kerr reported on Monday that Elian Soto is close to signing a deal with the Nationals, joining his brother Juan. The …

Mookie Betts at Dodgers camp

Video: Mookie Betts bowls another perfect 300 game

Mookie Betts is in the middle of an MLB lockout, but that’s not stopping him from accomplishing impressive feats. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder bowled yet another perfect game. Video showed him with a strike in every frame and needed one …

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Yankees make Rachel Balkovec first female manager in minors

There may be a lockout in MLB, but the New York Yankees still managed to make some news. The Yankees are promoting Rachel Balkovec to manager of the Single-A Tampa Tarpons. Sources: Rachel Balkovec, who joined the Yankees organization as a …

Juan Soto in a Nats hat

Report: Juan Soto’s hard-hitting teenage brother plans to sign with top NL team

Juan Soto is already one of the best hitters in baseball at age 23. But Soto’s younger brother may soon be coming for the family crown. MLB insider Hector Gomez reported on Wednesday that Soto’s 15-year-old brother Elian intends to sign …

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Report: Alex Rodriguez could host ‘Manningcast’-style ESPN broadcast

ESPN has had great success with its “Manningcast” format for “Monday Night Football.” That success is such that the network is apparently considering trying to replicate it with its MLB coverage. ESPN is considering launching …

Mets owner Steve Cohen

Surprising MLB team listed among favorites to win 2022 World Series

One unlikely MLB team could be crashing the World Series party this year. Online sportsbook SportsBetting.ag posted odds on Tuesday for the 2022 MLB season, including the favorites to win the World Series. The New York Mets surprisingly have the …

Rob Manfred looking ahead

Braves playoff hero takes shot at Rob Manfred over Ken Rosenthal firing

Amid his latest controversy, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is hearing it from one of the reigning World Series champions. Atlanta Braves reliever Tyler Matzek, who was a big-time hero for the team during their 2021 playoff run, tweeted a critical …

Ken Rosenthal on the field

Top NBA reporter calls out MLB over Ken Rosenthal firing

One well-known NBA reporter is sounding off on MLB Network’s decision this week to cut ties with Ken Rosenthal. Veteran hoops journalist David Aldridge of The Athletic posted a tweet on Tuesday defending Rosenthal and comparing the situation to …

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Ken Rosenthal releases statement in response to losing MLB Network job

Ken Rosenthal shared a statement on Monday in response to a report about him losing his job with MLB Network. The New York Post’s Andrew Marchand reported Monday about Rosenthal’s status. He said that Rosenthal was quietly taken off-air …

Ken Rosenthal on the field

Reporter Ken Rosenthal forced out at MLB Network over Rob Manfred criticism

MLB Network has parted ways with one of its most well-known reporters for a very surprising reason. Rosenthal will not return to MLB Network due to criticism he levied at commissioner Rob Manfred in 2020, according to Andrew Marchand of the New York …

Terry Francona

Terry Francona reveals plans for 2022 amid health issues

Terry Francona has failed to finish each of the last two seasons due to health issues. That is not stopping the 63-year-old from planning to return in 2022. Francona made clear that he is recovering from a staph infection in his left toe, and has …

Mitch Moreland in shades

MLB All-Star surprisingly becomes ‘Jeopardy!’ clue

Baseball fans will probably be wondering, “But why?” about a clue that aired on “Jeopardy!” this week. Ex-MLB All-Star Mitch Moreland was surprisingly the subject of a clue on Tuesday’s airing of the popular quiz show. …

Kimera Bartee coaches for the Pirates

Tigers first base coach Kimera Bartee dies unexpectedly

The baseball community is mourning an unexpected loss, as Detroit Tigers first base coach Kimera Bartee has died. The Tigers announced the sad news on Tuesday that Bartee has died at age 49. General manager Al Avila said the entire organization is …

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