MLB Acquires Group Player Rights From MLB Players, Inc. for Sponsor Usage Major League Baseball and MLB Players, Inc., the business arm of the Major League Baseball Players Association, formed a new agreement designed to increase player marketing through league sponsors and third-party league relationships. […]
MLB News: Albert Pujols named special assistant to the Commissioner
Newly Retired Baseball Great to Advise on Player Relations and Issues in the Dominican Republic; Pujols Also Will Serve as MLB Network Analyst Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred, Jr. announced in early June that Major League Baseball has named Albert Pujols as Special Assistant […]
MLB News: Two Minor League Players Suspended
The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced in early June, that two Minor League players have been suspended following their violations of Major League Baseball’s Joint Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. Los Angeles Angels Minor League pitcher Darlin Francia, who is currently […]
MLB News: Braves’ Acuña Jr., Angels’ Ohtani leading respective leagues in first Scotts MLB All-Star Ballot update for the 2023 Midsummer Classic in Seattle
Seven Players Holding Leads of Less Than 100K Votes for Right to Advance to Phase 2; MLB Network to Announce Finalists on Thursday, June 22nd; ESPN to Unveil Starters on Thursday, June 29th; Full Rosters on Sunday, July 2nd June 12th, 2023 Outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. of […]
MLB News: Gunnar Henderson of the Baltimore Orioles named American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet; Corbin Carroll of the Arizona Diamondbacks named National League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet
Isaac Paredes, Taylor Walls of the Rays Combine for Play of the Week with Clutch Double Play June 12th, 2023 A pair of rookies from the 2019 MLB Draft have been named the Players of the Week presented by Chevrolet, with Baltimore Orioles infielder Gunnar Henderson being […]
MLB disciplines LA Angels’ Brandon Drury
Los Angeles Angels infielder Brandon Drury has received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for making contact with Umpire Ramon De Jesus while arguing balls and strikes in his Club’s game vs. the Texas Rangers last night at Globe Life Field in Arlington, […]
MLB News: Participating players, schedule announced for 2023 MLB Draft Combine at Chase Field in Phoenix
More than 270 Draft-Eligible Players to Take Part in Combine Activities; MLB Network To Feature Extensive Live On-Site Coverage on June 20-21; Fans have free access to Combine on June 20-21 June 14th, 2023 Major League Baseball and USA Baseball today announced the list of […]
MLB disciplines NY Mets pitcher Drew Smith
June 14th, 2023 Michael Hill, Major League Baseball’s Senior Vice President of On-Field Operations, announced today that New York Mets pitcher Drew Smith has received a 10-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for violating the prohibitions on foreign substances, which resulted in his ejection […]
Cincinnati Reds News: Madisonville selected for ‘Community Makeover’ by Reds, P&G, Cincinnati Zoo & Cincinnati Children’s
Over 400 volunteers to participate in service day on July 27 June 16th, 2023 The Cincinnati Reds, P&G, the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital have selected the Cincinnati neighborhood of Madisonville for the 2023 Community Makeover. Now in its 14th year, […]
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame releases Gabe Paul bobblehead for Month of June
Commemorative bobblehead celebrates Paul’s 2023 Hall of Fame Induction June 9th, 2023 The Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore is proud to announce the release of a commemorative bobblehead of former Reds general manager Gabe Paul. A longtime Reds executive, Paul began […]
Almanac for Friday, June 16, 2023
FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Rudolf Khametovich Nureyev (/ˈnjʊəriɛf, njʊˈreɪɛf/ NURE-ee-ef, nyuurr-AY-ef; Tatar/Bashkir: Rudolf Xämit uğlı Nuriev, Рудольф Хәмит улы Нуриев; Russian: Рудольф Хаметович Нуреев, IPA: [rʊˈdolʲf xɐˈmʲetəvʲɪtɕ nʊˈrʲejɪf]; 17 March 1938 – 6 January 1993) was a Soviet-born ballet dancer and choreographer. Nureyev is regarded by some as the greatest male ballet dancer of […]
MLB fans of Pirates, Giants, Phillies and Cardinals mourn death of former MVP SS Dick Groat
FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS tball player who was an eight-time All-Star shortstop and two-time World Series champion in Major League Baseball. He rates as one of the most accomplished two-sport athletes in American sports history, a college All-America in baseball and basketball as well as one of only 13 to play […]
Reds honor late LHP Tom Browning with jersey on Outfield Wall at Great American Ball Park
FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Thomas Leo Browning (April 28, 1960 – December 19, 2022) was an American left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who played from 1984 to 1995, spending almost his entire career with the Cincinnati Reds. In his rookie season in 1985, Browning won 20 games and was runner-up for the National League (NL) Rookie of […]
Reds give new ace Hunter Green huge extension
ST. LOUIS CARDINALS EXTEND PRESIDENT OF BASEBALL OPERATIONS JOHN MOZELIAK THRU 2025
TEAM HAS RECORDED 15-CONSECUTIVE WINNING SEASONS UNDER HIS WATCH The St. Louis Cardinals announced a few weeks ago that the team has extended the contract of President of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak through 2025. The announcement was made by Cardinals Chairman Bill DeWitt, Jr. “I am very pleased […]
St. Louis Cardinals News: 2023 Cardinals Hall of Fame ballot nominees announced
Fans to Select One Former Cardinals Great for Induction on August 20 ST. LOUIS, Mo., February 23, 2023 – The St. Louis Cardinals have revealed Joaquín Andújar, Steve Carlton, David Freese, Matt Morris, and Edgar Renteria as the modern players nominated for possible induction into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame, presented […]
St. Louis Cardinals, All-Star pitcher Miles Mikolas agree on 2-year extension
The St. Louis Cardinals announced during spring training that they have agreed to a two-year (2024-25) contract extension with All-Star pitcher Miles Mikolas that will keep him in a Redbirds uniform through at least the 2025 season. “We are extremely pleased to announce that Miles Mikolas will […]
St. Louis Cardinals 2023 Opening Roster
15 players developed within the organization; three newcomers on team The St. Louis Cardinals is in their 132nd season of play in the National League. The team’s 26-player active roster includes three first-time Cardinals (Willson Contreras, Tyler Motter and Jordan Walker), two rookies (Alec Burleson […]
Cleveland Guardians News: Announces post-game concert featuring Walk the Moon on June 24
Admission included with June 24 ticket; $20 add-on ticket available for postgame field access April 11th, 2023 Cleveland, OH – The Cleveland Guardians today announced that WALK THE MOON will perform a post-game concert at Progressive Field following the June 24 game against the Milwaukee […]
Cleveland Guardians announce 2023 player programs, community programs and partnerships
Cleveland, OH – The Cleveland Guardians today announced 18 player programs for the 2023 season with 25 participating Guardians players. The club will also participate in several additional community programs and partnerships. Guardians Player Programs New Programs Oscar Gonzalez, Bottle Caps for a Cause Oscar […]