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The Chicago Cubs are doing some roster shuffling, specifically at the catcher position. Chicago announced Wednesday that they have designated veteran backstop Yan Gomes for assignment. The Cubs are signing fellow catcher Tomas Nido, formerly of the …
Chicago Cubs pitcher Drew Smyly’s perfect game bid came to a brutal end in the 8th inning on Friday in the most unfortunate of ways. Smyly had not allowed a baserunner for seven innings against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and faced outfielder …
Mike Napoli provides more than just first base coach services for the Chicago Cubs. He also checks player equipment for free. Ahead of the Chicago Cubs’ game against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday at the “Field of Dreams” park, the …
The Washington Nationals are nearing a deal to add their second catcher of the offseason. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Nationals are close to a deal to acquire catcher Yan Gomes from the Cleveland Indians. It’s unclear what …
An injury to Wilson Ramos led to a historic All-Star selection for Yan Gomes. Gomes was announced on Saturday evening as the replacement for Ramos on the AL All-Star team. Gomes, who was the first Brazilian-born player in the majors, is now the first …
In an attempt to break out of a season-long slump, the Cleveland Indians sacrificed a chicken to Jobu on behalf of catcher Yan Gomes on Saturday. On Sunday, it became apparent that Jobu did not appreciate that sacrifice. As we told you Saturday, the …
Earlier this season, members of the Indians created a shrine to Jobu that will surely make those who have seen the movie “Major League” smile. Prior to Saturday’s game, the team made a sacrifice to Jobu and the baseball gods. Yan …
