La Novena: Of fan stuff, Ohtani’s exploits and terrible baddies

1. THE FANS Sports are a rare, complicated breed. Contrary to all logic, they enjoy the defeats of their staunch rivals more than their own victories. I don’t want to be absolute, but it happens more often than you can imagine. Two colleagues, who for obvious reasons I am not going to leave their names … Read more

Francona leaves Indians to take care of his health

Francona leaves Indians to take care of his health

CLEVELAND – Terry Francona, manager of the Cleveland Indians, will be absent from work for the remainder of the season to tend to recurring health problems. Francona, 62, has worn a splint on his right foot all season after undergoing surgery on his thumb for a staph infection in February. He has also dealt with … Read more

ChiSox bring in changes to 2B Hernandez and LHP Tepera

ChiSox bring in changes to 2B Hernandez and LHP Tepera

The Chicago White Sox added a second baseman and a reliever in separate exchanges Thursday. First, the White Sox acquired the middleman. Cesar Hernandez for the Cleveland Indians by minor league left-handed pitcher Konnor Pilkington. Later, the White Sox acquired the right-hand reliever. Ryan tepera from his city rival Chicago Cubs in exchange for Class … Read more