The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Trevor Cahill to a one-year contract for the 2021 season. The announcement was made by General Manager Ben Cherington. The 33-year-old Cahill spent the entire 2020 season with San Francisco, where he went 1-2 with […]
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MLB Spring Training News: New York Yankees roster moves for 3/12/21
Prior to today’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: Optioned OF Estevan Florial to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Optioned RHP Luis Gil to Double-A Somerset. Optioned RHP Luis Medina, INF Oswald Peraza and RHP Alexander Vizcaíno to Single-A Hudson Valley. Optioned RHP Yoendrys Gómez to Single-A Tampa. Assigned INF Armando Alvarez, OF Trey Amburgey, OF Michael Beltre, C Josh Breaux, C […]
NFL on behalf of MLB, MLS, NBA, NHL and WNBA issue Joint Statement on JAMA Cardiology Study
The study published today by JAMA Cardiology is an illustration of the collaboration amongst medical experts at MLB, MLS, NBA, NHL, NFL and WNBA and our respective players associations over the past year. Since the onset of the pandemic, we have worked more closely together […]
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone goes on medical leave after pacemaker procedure
March 3rd, 2021 The New York Yankees Wednesday announced that Manager Aaron Boone is taking an immediate medical leave of absence to receive a pacemaker. Surgery is expected to be performed later today at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa. “As many of you know, I underwent open-heart […]
Pittsburgh Pirates, PNC Bank announce extension on Ballpark naming rights
Two iconic Pittsburgh brands extend long-standing agreement with 10-year renewal The Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC Bank today announced a 10-year extension to their current agreement, the centerpiece of which is the continued naming rights of PNC Park. Financial terms were not disclosed. PNC has maintained […]
MLB announces June 2 to be the inaugural “Lou Gehrig Day” in 2021
OAKLAND, Calif. – The inaugural Lou Gehrig Day will be celebrated throughout Major League Baseball on Wednesday, June 2, as announced by the League today. The dedicated date will forever commemorate the legacy of the Hall of Famer who has inspired the ongoing movement to […]
MLB announces loanDepot named presenting sponsor of AMERICAN and NATIONAL League Championship Series on FOX, FS1 and TBS
loanDepot Announces “Home Means Everything” RBI Campaign Designed to Donate $500,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of America Baseball’s Official Mortgage Provider Also Doubles Prize of Opening Day Pick ‘Em Presented by loanDepot to $200,000 In Celebration of Baseball Fans Major League Baseball today announced that new […]
Want to work at the ballpark? Cincinnati Reds hiring for 2021 Season game day jobs
February 11th, 2021 The Cincinnati Reds Ballpark Operations Department is looking for additional team members in preparation for the 2021 season at Great American Ball Park. Available positions in Seasonal Event Security and Seasonal Guest Services include: Ushers Ticket Takers Suite Ambassadors Fan Accommodations Access […]
Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame announces 2021 Bobblehead Series
February 11th, 2021 Five Reds HOF’ers celebrated with bobbleheads starting in May The Reds Hall of Fame and Museum presented by Dinsmore is proud to announce its 2021 collectible bobblehead series. The bobblehead series presented by Dinsmore kicks off in May with a different Reds […]
Reds & Eric Davis encouraging all kids to signup for youth baseball, softball
February 2nd, 2021 Reds.com/Signup created to connect local youth with recreational teams The Cincinnati Reds and World Series Champion Eric Davis are launching a campaign to encourage youth baseball and softball participation in recreational leagues across Greater Cincinnati and Reds Country. “Growing up, I just […]
Reds bolster bullpen depth in trade with Toronto for Hector Perez
The Reds have acquired from the Blue Jays RHP Hector Perez for a player to be named or cash. The 40-man roster is at 36 players. Perez, 24, last season made his Major League debut with 1 relief appearance for the Blue Jays. He was […]
Cleveland Indians place three on All-MLB Teams; RHP Shane Bieber earns first-team accolades
CLEVELAND, OH – Major League Baseball today announced the selections for the second annual All-MLB Team presented by CohnReznick. The first and second teams, which were announced earlier this evening on MLB Network, were determined by a combination of voting from fans and a decorated […]
Indians extend invitations for new MLB Player Development Structure
CLEVELAND, OH – The Cleveland Indians are excited to announce the club has invited the Columbus Clippers, Akron RubberDucks, Lake County Captains and Lynchburg Hillcats to become our affiliates in MLB’s new Player Development structure. The current structure calls for the Columbus Clippers to remain […]
Cleveland Indians finalize 2020 MLB Coaching Staff; DeMarlo Hale Named Bench Coach
CLEVELAND, OH – The Cleveland Indians today announced the following transactions relative to the 2021 Major League Coaching Staff: Named DeMarlo Hale Major League Bench Coach. Hale, 59, joins the Cleveland staff after spending the last two seasons in the Atlanta Braves organization, spending 2019 in Player […]
Nationals add needed slugging 1B in veteran Josh Bell in trade with Pirates
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 […]