Back on May 29 everyone who is a Cincinnati Reds fan thought the season was slipping away with so many injuries to starting pitchers, key players and the bullpen blowing games in bunches. The team was 6 games under .500 and 7 games out of […]
Day: June 16, 2021
Baltimore Orioles make roster moves
June 15th, 2021 The Orioles have acquired OF José Berroa from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for C Taylor Davis. Berroa will be assigned to the Orioles Florida Complex team in Sarasota. Berroa, 19, was originally signed by the Pirates on July 2, 2018, as an International free […]
Toronto Blue Jays News
June 15th, 2021 The Toronto Blue Jays have placed OF Jonathan Davis on the paternity list. INF Santiago Espinal has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo and will be active for tonight’s game. COURTESY TORONTO BLUE JAYS & MLBpressbox.com
Chicago White Sox gives Medical Update on Nick Madrigal
June 15th, 2021 White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal underwent successful surgery today to repair the proximal tendon tears in his right hamstring. The procedure was performed by Drs. Nik Verma and Shane Nho at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Madrigal will miss the […]
Washington Nationals select Justin Miller’s contract from Rochester
June 15th, 2021 The Washington Nationals selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Justin Miller and designated right-handed pitcher Rogelio Armenteros for assignment on Tuesday. Additionally, the Nationals placed right-handed pitcher Max Scherzer on the 10-day Injured List (retroactive to June 12) with groin inflammation. Nationals […]
Oakland A’s pick up option on manager Bob Melvin’s contract for 2022
June 15th, 2021 OAKLAND, Calif. – The Oakland A’s have exercised the Club option on manager Bob Melvin’s contract for the 2022 season, the club announced today. Melvin has compiled an 808-715 (.531) record in 10-plus seasons since being named interim manager on June 9, 2011. […]
MLB announces new guidance to crack down against use of foreign substances, effective June 21
June 15th, 2021 After data collection effort finds prevalent use of foreign substances, umpires given new guidance for stronger and consistent enforcement of existing rules to level the playing field Major League Baseball provided guidance to all 30 Clubs today that, effective with games beginning on […]
Minnesota Twins return Arraez and Maeda from rehab assignments and reinstate from 10-day injured list
June 14th, 2021 Pineda and Refsnyder placed on 10-day injured list SEATTLE, WA – The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have returned infielder/outfielder Luis Arraez and right-handed pitcher Kenta Maeda from their rehab assignments and reinstated them from the 10-day Injured List. Arraez, who missed the last 19 games […]
Arizona Diamondbacks News
June 14th, 2021 The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves: Recalled RHP Corbin Martin from Triple-A Reno. Following yesterday’s game, optioned RHP Jon Duplantier to Reno. COURTESY ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS & MLBpressbox.com
New York Mets News
June 14th, 2021 RHP Sean-Reid Foley has been recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and will be active tonight. RHP Jacob Barnes has been designated for assignment. COURTESY NEW YORK METS & MLBpressbox.com
“Show and Chel” Debuts Thursday at 3 p.m. ET on Twitch
Jason Kaplan Hosts New Weekly Show Featuring GWC Content and a Fun Approach to Engage the NHL Gaming Community DENMARK/NEW YORK (June 16, 2021) – A new weekly show – Show and Chel – joins the 2021 NHL Gaming World Championship programming line-up, the National Hockey League announced […]
The Action Network and National Hockey League Announce Multiplatform Content Partnership for the 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs
NEW YORK (June 16, 2021) – The Action Network and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a multiplatform content partnership for the 2021 Stanley Cup Semifinals™ and 2021 Stanley Cup® Final. As part of this partnership, The Action Network will provide exclusive NHL-focused content across […]
NHL 2020-21 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy awarded to Philadelphia Flyers LW Oskar Lindblom
NEW YORK (June 15, 2021) – Philadelphia Flyers left wing Oskar Lindblom is the 2020-21 recipient of the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL player who “best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.” The award was presented by the Professional Hockey Writers […]
NHL 2020-21 King Clancy Memorial Trophy goes to Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
NEW YORK (June 14, 2021) – Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne is the 2020-21 recipient of the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, awarded for “leadership on and off the ice and who has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution to his community.” Rinne will receive a $25,000 donation from the National […]
College Football Playoff announces the addition of Rod West to the Selection Committee
June 16, 2021 IRVING, Texas – The College Football Playoff (CFP) Management Committee has appointed Rod West to the CFP Selection Committee, it was announced today by Bill Hancock, Executive Director of the CFP. West will replace General Ray Odierno, who is stepping down for health reasons after two […]
Blue Jackets offseason news continues with Promotions, Changes within Hockey Operations Department
JUNE 16, 2021 Rick Nash, Josef Boumedienne promoted; former Jackets Derek Dorsett, Mark Letestu named development coaches COLUMBUS, OHIO – Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager and Associate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced several changes to the club’s hockey operations department today. Rick Nash has been promoted to […]
Daily Almanac for Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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