The Washington Nationals certainly solved a huge question mark at first base on Thursday with the acquisition of slugging switch-hitter Josh Bell. Washington sent right-handers Wil Crowe, its No. 3 prospect and Eddy Yean, its No. 6 prospect, to Pittsburgh. There was a hole at first base following […]
Pittsburgh Pirates get two of Nationals Top 10 prospects in trade of 1B Josh Bell
December 24, 2020 The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired right-handed pitchers Wil Crowe and Eddy Yean (pronounced “YEEN”) from the Washington Nationals in exchange for first baseman Josh Bell. The announcement was made by General Manager Ben Cherington. The 26-year-old Crowe is currently ranked by MLBPipeline as the Nationals’ third-best […]
Detroit Tigers sign fireballing RHP José Ureña to one-year free agent contract
DETROIT – The Detroit Tigers today announced that the club has signed righthanded pitcher José Ureña to a one-year Major League contract. Ureña joins the Tigers after spending the first six Major League seasons of his career with Miami, where he posted a 32-46 record and […]
Houston Astros sign outfielder Jose Siri to Minor League contract
Deal includes invite to Major League Spring Training HOUSTON, TX – Earlier this week, the Houston Astros agreed to terms on a minor league contract with outfielder Jose Siri. The deal includes an invitation to Major League Spring Training. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager James […]
Red Sox sign RHP Matt Andriese to one-year pact; C Deivy Grullón claimed off waivers by Cincinnati Reds
BOSTON, MA — The Boston Red Sox today signed right-handed pitcher Matt Andriese to a one-year contract for the 2021 season, with a club option for the 2022 season. In addition, catcher Deivy Grullón today was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds. Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom […]
NY Mets sign RHP Noah Syndergaard to 1-year contract
FLUSHING, N.Y., December 22, 2020 – The New York Mets today announced that they have avoided arbitration with RHP Noah Syndergaard, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract. Syndergaard, 28, underwent “Tommy John” surgery on March 26 earlier this year. The 6-6, 240-pounder is 47-30 with […]
Bret Bielema back in Big Ten as new football coach at Illinois
Bret Bielema (courtesy NY Giants) Illinois Native Returns to Big Ten as 26th Head Coach in Illini Program History CHAMPAIGN, IL – The University of Illinois and UI Director of Athletics Josh Whitman reached out to a native son today when naming Bret Bielema as the […]
MLS season ends tonight with the crowning of a champion, Seattle FC or Columbus SC?
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Rebuilt Columbus Crew SC expected to be in the MLS Cup since beginning of season; to host reigning MLS champion Seattle Sounders tonight for 2020 title
If history is any indicator, Columbus Crew SC will lean on its notable home-field advantage come Saturday as the Black & Gold get set to face Seattle Sounders FC in the 2020 MLS Cup. Seattle comes in like a juggernaut in its own right as they make their […]
MLS Cup 2020: Seattle Sounders Preview
The Seattle Sounders are taking on Columbus Crew SC on Saturday in MLS Cup 2020. WHEN AND WHERE: Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. PT at MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. WHERE TO WATCH: The match will be televised on FOX and UniMás. FINAL 2020 RECORDS […]