MLB News: Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. named American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet; San Francisco’s Blake Snell named National League player of the Week presented by Chevrolet

By Annie Walker Angels Outfielder Kevin Pillar Claims Play of the Week with Full-Extension Diving Catch August 5th, 2024   Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been named the American League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet, and on the heels of the 18th no-hitter in franchise history, San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Blake Snell has been selected the National League Player…

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LA Dodgers activate Miguel Rojas and Michael Grove

By Annie Walker August 7th, 2024   LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers activated infielder Miguel Rojas and right-handed pitcher Michael Grove, optioned outfielder James Outman and placed right-handed pitcher Brusdar Graterol on the injured list. Rojas, 35, returns after missing 13 games with right forearm tightness. He played one rehab game with Low-A Rancho…

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New York Mets introduce Christina King as Chief People Officer

By Annie Walker FLUSHING, N.Y., August 8, 2024 – The New York Mets today announced that Christina King has been appointed as the organization’s first Chief People Officer and a member of the executive leadership team. King brings a wealth of human resources experience from past roles at NYCFC, Brooklyn Nets and Endeavor. As part of…

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Boston Red Sox reinstate INF Vaughn Grissom from 10-day injured list

By Annie Walker August 8, 2024     BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today reinstated infielder Vaughn Grissom from the 10-Day Injured List and optioned him to Triple-A Worcester. Grissom, 23, was placed on the Injured List on June 2 with a right hamstring strain. The right-handed hitter has played in 23 games for Boston this season,…

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Arizona Diamondbacks honored among Most Admired Companies for ninth time

By Annie Walker August 5, 2024   The D-backs highly-regarded business culture has been recognized for the ninth time among Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC) by Az Business Magazine and BestCompaniesAZ. The team was previously honored in 2011, ’13-16, ’18-19 and ’22. Celebrating the outstanding contributions of Arizona’s leading employers, this prestigious award honors companies…

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Arizona D-backs roster moves

By Annie Walker August 6, 2024   The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves. The D-backs’ 40-man roster is at 40. Selected C Adrian Del Castillo (No. 25) from Triple-A Reno MLB Bio B/T: L/R | 5-10, 208 │Age: 24 (Sept. 27, 1999) in Miami, Fla.  Will make his Major League debut.  Hit .319 (126-for-395)/1.011 OPS with 36…

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Arizona Diamondbacks News: Chase Field is the place to be this weekend for D-backs 2023 NL Champions Replica Ring giveaway and NLCS rematch

By Annie Walker Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation’s D-backs Give Back efforts highlighted with Broadcast Auction on Friday and last day to donate to the NL Champions Ring Raffle on Saturday   Chase Field has a nice ring to it with the most anticipated promotion of the season this Saturday as the Arizona Diamondbacks commemorate their 2023…

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