The Los Angeles Dodgers faced a tough loss against the Houston Astros on a recent Saturday. Shohei Ohtani, the team's star pitcher, had a strong performance. He pitched two innings without allowing any runs. Ohtani also struck out three batters and got a double play. His fastball reached speeds of up to 101 mph. But the Dodgers' relief pitchers had a hard time. Just...
Bobby Jenks, a former baseball star, passed away at 44 after a tough fight with stomach cancer. He was a key player for the Chicago White Sox, helping them win the World Series in 2005. Jenks was known for his powerful pitches and his warm personality off the field. His teammates remembered him fondly. Marcus Thames, a former teammate, recalled Jenks' big hugs and h...
The New York Mets have been on a roll, winning four games in a row and showing off their strong hitting skills. They beat the New York Yankees 12-6 in a game that was more like a home run derby than a serious match. Pete Alonso hit two home runs, and Brandon Nimmo smashed a grand slam, making the Yankees look like they were playing with a handicap. The Yankees, on t...
The New York Yankees are facing a tough situation with Clarke Schmidt's likely Tommy John surgery. This means he'll be out for the rest of this season and probably most of the next one. The team is now scrambling to figure out how to fill this big gap in their starting rotation. Schmidt has been a key player for the Yankees, especially recently. He had a great run, ...
The Subway Series between the Mets and Yankees is a big deal. It's a chance for these two New York teams to show off their skills. But what if there was a trophy to make it even more special? The Robinson Cano Cup could be that trophy. It would go to the winner of the home-and-home series between the Mets and Yankees. Robinson Cano is a unique figure in this rivalry...
Luis Ortiz, a pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, has been put on paid leave until after the All-Star break. This move comes as the league looks into something related to gambling. Both the team and the league have agreed to this leave, but they aren't saying much more about it. Ortiz, who is 26, joined the Guardians this season from the Pirates. He's been a regula...
Dave Parker, a name that echoed through baseball fields for decades, has left the game. At 74, the former Pittsburgh Pirates star and Hall of Famer passed away, leaving behind a legacy that spans generations. Parker was more than just a player; he was a force to be reckoned with, both on and off the field. Born in Grenada, Mississippi, Parker grew up in Cincinnati, ...
Sonny Gray put on a show for the St. Louis Cardinals, shutting out the Cleveland Guardians with a flawless performance. He didn't allow many hits and struck out a bunch of batters, his best game in years. This win was extra sweet because the Cardinals had been shut out in their last two games. Two players, Alec Burleson and Pedro Pagés, hit home runs in the same inn...
Wander Franco, a once-promising baseball star, now faces serious consequences after being found guilty of sexually abusing a minor in his home country, the Dominican Republic. The court's decision was clear, but the punishment was not as severe as many had hoped. Franco avoided jail time, receiving instead a two-year suspended sentence. This means he won't go to pris...
The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing a tough season with injuries and struggles on the field. Their bullpen and rotation have taken hits, and the team might need to make some moves before the trade deadline. However, one area they seem confident about is left field, where Michael Conforto is playing. Conforto has had a rough year, but the Dodgers believe he can turn t...