The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago White Sox traded the veteran outfielder A. J. Pollock and the veteran closer Craig Kimbrel on Friday, a rare one-for-one exchange, with no money exchanged, that cleared up uncertainties for two championship contenders. From the Dodgers’ perspective, the deal frees up more playing time for young up-and-comers Gavin … Read more
Josh donaldson, third baseman for the Minnesota Twins, responded harshly to Lucas Giolito, a day after the Chicago White Sox starter called him “heavy” and “classless,” after the slugger apparently yelled at him after hitting a home run in Tuesday night’s game. After Giolito allowed the home run in the first inning of Tuesday’s game, … Read more
NEW YORK – Pitcher reviews began Monday, a week after Major League Baseball (MLB) commissioner Rob Manfred announced a crackdown on the use of illegal substances for better ball grip. How’s the matter going so far? The answer depends on who you ask. Although the players have offered various opinions, many have been expressive and … Read more
NEW YORK – All fully vaccinated players and staff members can stop wearing face masks (masks) in dugouts, bullpens and clubhouses in the most recent Major League Baseball (MLB) change in protocols for COVID-19. In addition, fully vaccinated players and staff members can go out to restaurants without restrictions and attend sporting events as spectators … Read more
