Bazzana's dream MLB debut over as Rays beat Guardians Australian baseball's young gun Travis Bazzana has helped spark a late Cleveland rally, but Tampa Bay beat them 7-3 in game six to reach the World Series. AAP · 22h ago
Yankees star CC Sabathia helps fund $11m Harlem sports field serving five sports CC Sabathia, the former New York Yankees pitcher, has helped transform a dilapidated dirt field in Harlem into a place where children can play. Through his PitCCh In Foundation, Sabathia joined public agencies and sports organisations to fund the $11 million Harlem Field of Dreams at Brigadier General Charles Young… The Times of India · Oct 19
Aussie's landmark homer in vain as Rays level series Australian Travis Bazzana has produced a home run and a fielding error as his Guardians suffered a series-levelling loss to Tampa Bay in Cleveland. AAP · Oct 18
Little guys make the big show: Two of MLB's smallest spenders will meet in the World Series for first time since 1991 The Milwaukee Brewers defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers sets up a unique low-budget World Series matchup. This series will begin on October 23 and features teams with lower payrolls. No small-market team has won the World Series since 2015, with recent winners predominantly from larger markets. MLB faces potential labor… The Economic Times · Oct 17
End of a dynasty? LA Dodgers’ star-studded machine fails in its bid for a third straight World Series title The Los Angeles Dodgers faced an unexpected defeat in the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Despite entering the season with high expectations, the Dodgers could not secure a World Series berth this year. Star player Shohei Ohtani struggled with injuries, and the team as a whole failed… The Economic Times · Oct 17
'My Son Wants To Watch Baseball': Dodgers Star Says Sydney Sweeney Ads Look Like 'Soft Porn' Now Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Alex Call has criticised Sydney Sweeney's Novig betting adverts during MLB broadcasts, arguing they are inappropriate for families. International Business Times UK · Oct 16
Sydney Sweeney's Novig Ad Slammed as Viewer Says 'We Don't Need Little Girls Seeing This' and Tells MLB 'Do Better' LA Dodgers outfielder Alex Call has urged MLB and its broadcast partners to remove sexually suggestive ads, renewing debate over Sydney Sweeney's Novig campaign and its portrayal of women in sport. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
Dodgers' Alex Call Appears To Slam Sydney Sweeney's Novig Ad as 'Soft Porn': 'Parents Shouldn't Have To Worry About This' Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Alex Call has criticised 'soft porn' ads during MLB playoff broadcasts, appearing to slam Sydney Sweeney's Novig campaign and concerns about children seeing them. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
Sydney Sweeney 'Soft Porn' Ad Backlash Grows Over Concern for Young Boys Watching MLB Playoffs Alex Call's 'soft porn' complaint about Sydney Sweeney's Novig ads has reopened a bigger worry for parents watching the MLB playoffs, what the betting commercial is really selling their kids. International Business Times UK · Oct 15
Chrisean Rock Adds Blueface's Prison Tattoos to Face Portrait After Two Laser Removal Sessions Chrisean Rock has refreshed the Blueface portrait tattoo on her cheek, adding his newer facial tattoos after laser removal had begun, shortly after their engagement. International Business Times UK · Oct 14
Albert Pujols Has a New Mission Beyond Baseball: Fighting Colon Cancer, Celebrating Latino Pride and Chasing a World Series as Manager - EXCLUSIVE Albert Pujols spent more than two decades building one of the most extraordinary careers in baseball history. Now, the Dominican legend is using his influence to encourage Latinos to take colorectal cancer screening seriously, while keeping his ambitions alive for a new chapter in Major League Baseball. Latin Times · Oct 13
Retiring Durbin stepped up to the plate time and again for baseball Long before Illinois Sen. Richard J. Durbin climbed the ranks of Democratic leadership, he took an interest in the politics of baseball. Back in 1989, when Durbin was representing a Springfield-based district in the House, he lamented changes that were being proposed to the professional ranks of America’s national pastime,… Roll Call · Oct 13
Bazzana's Guardians cap mighty comeback to advance Australia's Travis Bazzana had a quiet night but Jose Ramirez got the job done with the bat as Cleveland triumphed over Chicago White Sox in the MLB playoffs. AAP · Oct 11
MLB proposes shortening regular season to 154 games in 2029, expanding Division Series to best-of-7 Major League Baseball proposed to shorten the regular season to 154 games from 162 games starting in 2029 and to expand the Division Series to best-of-seven in bargaining with players The Independent UK · Oct 8
The Independent UK · Oct 8 Why Trump is awarding former Major League Baseball star Roger Clemens the Presidential Medal of Freedom IN FULL
Salon · Oct 4 Man City scandal isn't about soccer It's a tangled tale of global corruption and cynicism, and we're all complicit
The Independent UK · Oct 1 MLB won't consider game at Grand Teton National Park, says was only conducting initial due diligence Major League Baseball has decided not to consider Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming for a game
The Guardian - US · Oct 1 Swing-and-a-miss: MLB rescinds idea to host baseball game in national park after backlash Officials in Wyoming had called notion to host game in Grand Teton national park ‘deeply unwelcome’
The Independent UK · Sep 28 MLB considers Grand Teton National Park for baseball game site, prompting concern Major League Baseball has been considering holding a game in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming
The Economic Times · Sep 28 Max Scherzer to retire after Blue Jays elimination? Toronto star reveals when he will decide after possible final MLB start Max Scherzer, the 42-year-old pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, is contemplating his future in baseball. After a strong performance, Scherzer stated he would decide about retirement later in the off-season. He emphasized his desire to continue playing and compete rather than focus solely on the end of his career.…
Sports Illustrated · Sep 24 ‘Dummy’ Hoy, Baseball’s Deaf Pioneer, Gets Long-Awaited Push for the Hall of Fame Few people know the story of William “Dummy” Hoy. But the 19th-century baseball star—who was deaf since age 3—changed the game in more ways than one.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 18 From ‘nappies at the ballpark’ to MLB: how Australia’s Travis Bazzana made baseball’s big leagues The 24-year-old has taken his attention to detail from lining up bats and helmets as a toddler to helping the Cleveland Guardians towards the playoffs
The Times of India · Sep 16 In 2018, Matt Holliday paid $3M for Oklahoma land; his 62-acre estate now asks $9.8M Former MLB star Matt Holliday's luxurious estate in Oklahoma has hit the market, boasting 62 acres of prime land including a private baseball field with professional-grade lighting. The stunning home, constructed in 2022, offers five spacious bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Among the standout features are a magnificent swimming pool and…
AAP · Sep 9 Bazzana blast helps Guardians win in major leagues Australian No.1 draft pick Travis Bazzana has hit the 11th home run of his debut Major League Baseball season, highlighting Cleveland's win over Baltimore.
The Times of India · Aug 26 Meet Kinley Rasmus, the 12-year-old Alabama girl who became only the 25th girl to play in the Little League World Series and struck out six batters in a win Kinley Rasmus made history as the 25th girl to participate in the Little League World Series. With a remarkable debut, she pitched six scoreless innings, striking out eight batters, equaling Mo'ne Davis's record for female pitchers. Additionally, Rasmus made her mark by setting a record for the highest number of…