Former first-round draft pick Bryce Harper says he is comfortable playing in Philadelphia for the Phillies. Exactly two years ago today on March 1, 2019, Harper was signed by the Phillies to a 13-year, $330 million contract. We got him. pic.twitter.com/VdoH54Hg5F — Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) March 2, 2019 Prior to …
Read More »Mancini Returns to Baseball
Some things are bigger than baseball. Trey Mancini’s return to the Baltimore Orioles and to the plate after being diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer, almost a year to the date, is indeed bigger than baseball. But, because of the sport, the full-circle moment was one to celebrate with great …
Read More »Tigers’ Faedo to miss 2021 MLB season while battling surgery
Detroit Tigers pitcher and former Gators ace Alex Faedo will miss the 2021 MLB season after undergoing surgery. Faedo underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow last December, effectively sidelining him for the 2021 season. He won the College World Series Most Outstanding Player and helped Florida win its …
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 …
Read More »Boston Legend Dustin Pedroia Announces Retirement
Boston Red Sox legend Dustin Pedroia announced his retirement Monday night completing a 14-year major league career. The former AL MVP spent the entirety of his career in Boston and grew to become a part of the city. Always respected for his grit and style of play, Pedroia embodied what …
Read More »MLB Season Set to Start On Time
With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to ravage the nation, Major League Baseball has grown concerned with it’s current set start time for the 2021 season. However, the league’s proposal to move the start date back a month was rejected by the league’s players. The Proposal Planning for an April 1 …
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