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Report: MLBPA furious with league’s handling of Joc Pederson arbitration

The entire process surrounding the Mookie Betts trade is beginning to frustrate the MLB Players’ Union, but one aspect in particular stands out above the others. Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson is an indirect part of the trade, as …

AJ Hinch

AJ Hinch issues non-denial about Astros using electronic buzzers

Former Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch gave his first on-camera interview since being fired for his role in the team’s sign-stealing scandal, and he tried to strike an apologetic tone. Hinch sat down with Tom Verducci for MLB Network to …

Jeff Luhnow

Report: Astros used codebreaking computer program during games

New reporting shows that the culture of cheating within the Houston Astros organization started at the top, and it happened long before any trash cans were involved. New reporting by Jared Diamond of the Wall Street Journal shows that it was members …

Mookie Betts

MLBPA director Tony Clark calls for Mookie Betts trade to be resolved

The delays in the Mookie Betts trade have become significant enough that the Major League Baseball Players Union has weighed in. Citing the fact that the players involved are “in limbo” and the “unethical leaking of medical …

Report: Giants interested in Yasiel Puig

San Francisco Giants fans used to hate Yasiel Puig while he played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but it sounds like there’s at least a chance the outfielder could be playing for his former rivals in 2020. According to baseball writer Robert …

Mookie Betts

Report: Red Sox seeking extra prospect from Twins in Mookie Betts deal

The Boston Red Sox have yet to finalize the trade that was supposed to send Mookie Betts to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and they may have to find a new third team to bring into the mix in order to complete the deal. The Red Sox were supposed to get …

Jessica Mendoza

Jessica Mendoza resigns from job with Mets, will move to new ESPN role

Jessica Mendoza is making some significant changes in her professional career. The New York Mets announced on Friday that they are parting ways with Mendoza, who previously worked for the team as a special advisor. Mendoza resigned from that position …

John Gibbons

Red Sox reportedly interviewed John Gibbons, deny they have hired Ron Roenicke

Depending upon who you believe, the Boston Red Sox may or may not have settled on a new manager. Peter Abraham of the Boston Globe reported on Friday morning that the Red Sox are planning to name Ron Roenicke their manager as soon as Major League …

Alex Cora

Report: Red Sox players also given immunity by MLB

The Boston Red Sox are being investigated over allegations that they illegally used electronics to steal signs, and it sounds like Major League Baseball is handling the investigation the same way the league carried out its probe of the Houston …

Report: Steve Cohen will have hard time ever buying MLB team after deal falls through

Steve Cohen’s deal to purchase a majority ownership stake in the New York Mets is dead, and the deal falling apart will hinder the billionaire’s chances of ever buying an MLB team in the future, according to a report. Reports first …

Report: Mookie Betts trade not a certainty to go through

The Boston Red Sox may now be posturing in order to get their way in the Mookie Betts trade. MLB Network insider Jon Heyman reported on Thursday that the Red Sox are trying to get more in the deal and that the trade is “not a certainty.” …

Hank Aaron

Hank Aaron thinks Astros cheaters should be banned from MLB for life

Hank Aaron is living up to his “Hammerin’ Hank” nickname and thinks the Houston Astros’ players got off too easy and should have been hammered harder in their punishments for cheating. Specifically, Aaron thinks MLB should …

MLB commissioner believes Mets sale to Steve Cohen is dead

The deal that was supposed to result in Steve Cohen becoming the majority owner of the New York Mets hit a major snag this week, and MLB commissioner Rob Manfred does not believe there is any hope of it being salvaged. Manfred told Newsday’s …

Mookie Betts

Mookie Betts trade on hold after Red Sox find issue with Brusdar Graterol medicals

The massive trade between the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers and Minnesota Twins is on hold after Boston reportedly discovered issues with Brusdar Graterol’s medical records. The three teams agreed to a trade that was reported on Tuesday. …

James Paxton

James Paxton out 3-4 months after getting cyst removed

The New York Yankees’ rotation suffered a significant blow Wednesday ahead of the start of the season. The team announced that starting pitcher James Paxton will miss 3-4 months after undergoing a procedure to remove a peridiscal cyst. Earlier …

Hal Steinbrenner wants to ‘move on’ from Astros sign-stealing scandal

The New York Yankees were one of the two teams that felt most aggrieved by the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal, but owner Hal Steinbrenner doesn’t want to dwell on it any further. Steinbrenner spoke about the scandal at Wednesday’s …

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