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Cubs radio voice Pat Hughes honors late older brother who sparked Hall of Fame career

“He more than anyone else got me started in broadcasting,” Hughes said of his brother John, who died in his mid-50s. “He had a very difficult life; just problem after problem.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury dump regional sports networks to air games for free on local TV

Could this be the start of a recovery in NBA ratings? And what about baseball?

Fortune

No Pseudonymity for College Student Alleging Racist Mistreatment by Baseball Coach

"There is an inherent inequality in allowing an accuser to proceed pseudonymously while the defendant is forced to defend himself publicly."

Reason

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Aaron Judge: Shohei Ohtani breaking my homer mark would be ‘exciting for the game’

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Shohei Ohtani’s 35th home run of the season Monday reminded the New York Yankees that he is a baseball titan much like reigning American League MVP Aaron Judge.

Los Angeles Times

What type of package could the Angels get if they trade Shohei Ohtani?

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Between now and the Aug. 1 trade deadline, the Angels will face one of the most gut-wrenching decisions a baseball team could face.

The Orange County Register

La Velle E. Neal III: Jhoan Duran gives Twins 'game is over'

During a 2019 appearance at the State Fair, Derek Falvey, Twins president of baseball operations, explained how difficult it is to develop quality starting pitching.

Tribune News Service

Jerry Dipoto: Mariners not likely to seek ‘big fish’ at trade deadline

With his club continuing to perform at “very average” levels, Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto said Thursday morning that he’s open to selling off roster parts before the Aug. 1 MLB trade deadline.

Tribune News Service

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Pat Hughes will be Chicago broadcaster No. 5 in Baseball Hall of Fame — but he’s really No. 1

If I needed one of them to call the biggest baseball game in city history, it would be Hughes.

Chicago Sun-Times

As 2nd Northwestern football hazing suit is filed, Fitzgerald’s attorney asks: Where’s the evidence? Meanwhile, other sports under scrutiny.

CHICAGO — Allegations of hazing at Northwestern University spread Wednesday, as a second lawsuit was filed, former football players denounced the practice, and attorneys claimed that baseball, softball and volleyball players were victimized as well.

Chicago Tribune

Mac Engel: There is one reason why the Texas Rangers should trade for the best player in MLB

ARLINGTON, Texas — To acquire the best player baseball has seen in the modern era will require an actual working farm, which the Texas Rangers actually possess.

Tribune News Service

‘It meant a lot’: Jackie Robinson Museum visit leaves lasting impact on members of White Sox

NEW YORK — Growing up, Jackie Robinson was everything to Touki Toussaint.

Chicago Tribune

Touted pitching prospect Andrew Painter needs Tommy John surgery, Phillies say

A year ago, almost to the day, the Phillies’ highest-ranking baseball executive sat in the dugout before a game and touted Andrew Painter — 19 at the time — as both untouchable in trade talks and a possible major-league starting pitcher in 2023.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Patrick Reusse: Where’s Miguel Sanó now? Will he ever play in the majors again?

The baseball team located in San Pedro De Macoris in the Dominican Winter League is named the Estrellas Orientales, translated in English as "Eastern Stars.''

Tribune News Service

Rangers Pitcher Makes MLB Debut After Yearlong Absence Coaching Youth Baseball

It’s been a winding path to the majors for Alex Speas, who realized his major league dreams Wednesday.

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A High-Scoring Day for the History Books Echoes Baseball’s Chaotic Past

Tuesday’s league-wide offensive outburst had happened only once before—on July 4, 1894, a day that shows how much baseball has changed and remained the same.

Los Angeles Times

Did heat wave trigger double-figure scoring outburst by Dodgers and 11 other teams?

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers' 10-3 victory Tuesday night marked the 11th time this season they've scored in double figures. They batted around the lineup in two separate innings against the Baltimore Orioles.

Chicago Tribune

2nd football hazing lawsuit filed against Northwestern; lawyers say legal action also forthcoming related to baseball and softball

CHICAGO — Another lawsuit was filed Wednesday against Northwestern University by a former football player, alleging that ex-coach Pat Fitzgerald took part in hazing and bullying athletes.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Watch: Former Ohio State baseball star gets his first MLB hit

The first of many! Congrats Dominic! #GoBucks

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Philadelphia Phillies sign MSU baseball’s Trent Farquhar as a NDFA

Michigan State baseball infielder Trent Farquhar has inked a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies.

Sports Illustrated

Shohei Ohtani trade rumors: Five proposals for Angels

Angels owner Arte Moreno doesn’t want to trade his metronome. But these proposals could force him to think about it.

Los Angeles Times

Work hard, play ball: Wiz Khalifa does shrooms, throws first pitch at Pirates game

Wiz Khalifa combined one of his favorite pastimes with America's favorite pastime while throwing the first pitch at Monday's baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Guardians.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs, White Sox offenses contribute to a nearly record-tying day for MLB

Major League Baseball had a night of offense not seen in 129 years, with 12 teams scoring double-digit runs.

Sports Illustrated

Finding Modern Comparables for MLB’s 2023 Hall of Fame Class

Scott Rolen and Fred McGriff each took their winding paths to baseball immortality. Here’s how MLB’s current crop of stars measures up.

The Independent UK

How does MLB take over a local broadcast? Even with months of planning, it's a mad scramble

Major League Baseball's takeover of San Diego Padres' broadcasts involved months of planning, a playbook MLB is following this week with Arizona Diamondbacks' telecasts

The Independent UK

12 MLB teams score in double digits for 1st time since 1894, just shy of record 13 in 1884

Major League Baseball had a night of offense not seen in 129 years, with 12 teams scoring double-digit runs

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