Baseball News
Caleb Smith dominates again as Miami Marlins beat Philadelphia Phillies in extras
Miami Herald - 26 Apr 2019 04:41
It was more of the same from Caleb Smith on Thursday night. And, eventually, the Miami Marlins' offense provided enough support for a 3-1, 10-inning win over the Philadelphia Phillies …
The word on how many of the Marlins' top prospects are doing so far
Miami Herald - 26 Apr 2019 16:41
A six-pack of Marlins notes on a Friday: The Marlins hope that at least a handful of their position prospects become above-average big-league starters. But if they don't, the …
Following in their footsteps: Best father-son combos in sports
ESPN - 26 Apr 2019 16:17
Talent runs deep in some families. We take a look at standout father-son combos in the world of sports and prospects for the next generation.
Mets' Rhame suspended 2 games for headhunting
ESPN - 26 Apr 2019 01:04
Mets reliever Jacob Rhame was suspended two games on Thursday for intentionally throwing at the head of Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins on Tuesday. The suspension will begin Friday unless Rhame appeals.
Nats call up prospect Kieboom to aid ailing infield
ESPN - 26 Apr 2019 21:10
The Nationals' Carter Kieboom, rated the 98th best prospect in baseball by ESPN prior to this season, has been called up and is expected to be the primary shortstop until Trea Turner returns from injury.
After getting 'beat up pretty early,' Marlins' offense showing life during the past week
Miami Herald - 26 Apr 2019 20:06
For a moment, Citizens Bank Park fell silent. The four-game series opener between the Miami Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies had just gone into extra innings Thursday night. Marlins second baseman …
White Sox DFA Santana, reinstate rookie Jimenez
ESPN - 26 Apr 2019 19:43
The White Sox are reinstating rookie Eloy Jimenez from the bereavement list and designating veteran righty Ervin Santana for assignment.
Caleb Smith threw his 'best stuff.' Realmuto 'battled.' How a 16-pitch at-bat unfolded
Miami Herald - 26 Apr 2019 17:56
The at-bat felt like it was never going to end -- and made Caleb Smith think back to his first start against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Miami Marlins' starter threw …
Extra Bases: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Quandary of Promoting Young Stars
The New York Times - 26 Apr 2019 11:00
Is it worth starting the season with star prospects despite losing a year of club control over them? The Mets and the Padres decided it was.