Baseball News
M.L.B. Sends Message: Pitchers, Not Baseballs, Must Adapt
The New York Times - 12 Dec 2019 02:16
Home runs are up and pitchers are grumbling but baseball said a study of its seemingly supercharged baseballs had led them to conclude they did not need to change a thing.
Sources: Lindblom, Brewers agree on 3-year deal
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 01:33
Right-hander Josh Lindblom, who went 20-3 with a 2.50 ERA pitching in South Korea this past season, has agreed to a three-year deal with the Milwaukee Brewers, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Reports: Ex-Reds infielder Peraza to join Red Sox
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 23:48
The Red Sox have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent infielder Jose Peraza, according to a report Thursday by Robert Murray.
Winter meeting notes: Mazara, Roark could be helped by fresh starts
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 22:48
The White Sox hope to tap Nomar Mazara's potential, while the Jays and Mets found rotation help at a fair cost.
Survive awkward holiday encounters ... with your sports knowledge
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 22:13
The holiday season means lots of conversations -- and maybe some weirdness. Whether you're trying to stir up some debate, impress the table or switch the subject, we've got you covered.
Injured Knebel, Brewers agree to $5.1M salary
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 22:08
The Brewers agreed to a one-year contract for $5,125,000 with pitcher Corey Knebel, who is returning from Tommy John surgery.
Bochy to manage France for WBC qualifiers
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 21:30
Former San Francisco Giants manager Bruce Bochy will manage France in its qualifiers next year for the World Baseball Classic.
Source: Tigers reach deal with catcher Romine
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 20:07
Free-agent catcher Austin Romine, who had played only for the Yankees during his eight seasons in the majors, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Tigers, a source told ESPN.
Tigers pick up Garcia from Yanks in Rule 5 draft
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 19:54
Right-hander Rony Garcia, a Yankees prospect last season, was chosen by the Tigers with the top pick in the Rule 5 draft.
The Astros Investigation Is Making the Off-Season Awkward for Everyone
The New York Times - 12 Dec 2019 17:34
As executives and managers gathered for baseball's winter meetings this week, the sprawling inquiry into allegations of electronic sign stealing has led to plenty of uncomfortable questions.
Rendon a great consolation prize for Angels
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 09:33
L.A.'s pivot after missing out on Gerrit Cole could work out just fine -- if the Angels can land some pitching.
Yanks GM on Cole: Finally landed 'white whale'
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 04:45
A day after the Yankees agreed to a deal with pitcher Gerrit Cole, their GM and manager had strong praise for the biggest prize of the free-agent market.
Sources: Dodgers to sign ex-A's closer Treinen
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 01:35
Former Oakland closer Blake Treinen will joined the Dodgers with a one-year, $10 million deal, sources said.
Manfred: Nearly 60 interviewed in Astros probe
ESPN - 12 Dec 2019 00:44
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said Wednesday that nearly 60 witnesses have been interviewed in the ongoing investigation into sign-stealing allegations regarding the Houston Astros. Manfred wouldn't predict how long the i...