Stephen Strasburg has only pitched five innings since winning the 2019 World Series MVP. After undergoing surgery to repair carpal tunnel syndrome in his right wrist, the Washington Nationals star pitcher is ready for 2021. Strasburg regrets participating in Summer Camp Due to COVID-19, MLB players were unaware of when …
Read More »Will Corey Kluber Bounce Back with the Yankees?
Corey Kluber looks to energize his career with the Yankees after recovering from a shoulder injury last year. Now, it’s a matter of whether he will be able to bounce back into his former athletic shape while working with a new team and coaching staff. The Injury In late July …
Read More »Luis Rojas, High Hopes and Big Acquisitions
The Steve Ballmer effect is hitting the Big Apple. When Microsoft’s CEO acquired one of the most dysfunctional teams in NBA history, he brought in a cultural revolution. The Clippers were struggling and nothing compared to their inner city rivals and 18-time champion, the Los Angeles Lakers. Once rebranded with …
Read More »San Diego Padres and Fernando Tatis Jr. Agree to a 14-year Deal
The San Diego Padres settled on a contract extension on Wednesday with short stop, Fernando Tatis Jr. Fernando @tatis_jr can crush. Doesn’t matter if it’s a bat or a stick 💪 (🎥: marifertatis on IG) pic.twitter.com/apSc0n18dG — San Diego Padres (@Padres) February 16, 2021 The Details Tatis is receiving the …
Read More »Philadelphia Phillies Prepare for 2021 Baseball Season
In year two under Manager Joe Girardi, the Philadelphia Phillies head into the 2021 baseball season after an eventful offseason. The Phillies finished in third place in the NL East in the shortened 2020 season with a record of 28-32 but missed out on the postseason for a ninth consecutive …
Read More »David Ross Hopes for Good Year
Former Gator David Ross looks ahead and hopes for a good year in his second season as manager for the Chicago Cubs. Last Season The 2020 season was one unlike any other the MLB has ever seen. The season didn’t actually start until July 23, over two months after the …
Read More »McCann Set to Begin Season with the Mets
The New York Mets newest addition, James McCann, addressed the media for the first time during spring training about his excitement for the season with his new team in a zoom conference Tuesday. The former native American League Central player was asked how he felt about his switch to the …
Read More »Derek Jeter Talks Marlins’ Future
Since taking over as CEO for the Miami Marlins in August 2017, former Yankee great Derek Jeter has brought a winning culture to the franchise. Upon entering the franchise, Jeter was forced to completely reboot an organization that was left in shambles from the previous regime. Building Toward a Bright …
Read More »MLB and Players Association Agree to Bring Back Temporary Rule Changes for 2021
Major League Baseball and the players’ association reached a health and safety protocol agreement Monday to continue seven-inning doubleheaders and runners on second base to start extra innings for the second straight season. Returning Rules Both rules played key roles in the completion of the last year’s unprecedented season. In …
Read More »J.T. Realmuto Re-Ups With Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto has re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies. He inks a five year, $115.5 million deal, and becomes the highest-paid catcher ever in terms of annual salary. Playing at a position that is notorious for underpaid contracts, Realmuto made sure that his contract would be a step …
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