Willson Contreras (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images) Chicago Cubs: It’s good to see such positive energy between the new Cubs manager and his players. Chicago Cubs manager David Ross may be completely unproven in his current role, but he definitely knows how to keep fans on his side. Ross gave heartfelt
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Nomar Mazara, #30, Delino DeShields, #3, Asdrubal Cabrera, #14, Texas Rangers, (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images) An editorial at The Washington Post points out the bigoted history associated with “Texas Rangers.” A national opinion piece outlines reasons as to why the MLB’s Texas Rangers franchise should consider changing their name. In the wake of
HOUSTON, TX – SEPTEMBER 12: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros reacts after he was caught stealing third in the sixth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 12, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) The Houston Astros don’t have the AL West automatically locked up in
Credit: Ron Vesely/MLB Photos via Getty Images In honor of Tony Fernandez, the Toronto Blue Jays will wear No.1 patches on their uniforms this season. During the upcoming season, in honor of Tony Fernandez, the Toronto Blue Jays will wear commemorative No. 1 patches. A five-time All-Star in 17 major league seasons, including four All-Star
Tyreek Hill gives himself the Crying Jordan treatment after getting Moss’d by Gino Terrell 3 potential landing spots & debuting opponents for Paige VanZant by Chad Porto LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 24: A general view of the fans looking for the foul ball is seen during the ninth inning of the MLB game between
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – APRIL 17: Jordan Hicks #49 of the St. Louis Cardinals pitches in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park on April 17, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) Another big-name MLB player has opted out of the 60-game season. MLB has seen12 players opt out of
Troy Daniels flexing in NBA bubble is all of us in quarantine by Amy Kaplan 5 best Santana Lopez songs from Glee that are still iconic by Mia Johnson MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 04: Logan Morrison #21 of the Milwaukee Brewers runs the bases during summer workouts at Miller Park on July 04, 2020 in
WASHINGTON, DC – SEPTEMBER 24: Aaron Nola #27 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during game two of a doubleheader baseball game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on September 24, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) Aaron Nola needs to be an ace for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2020. The Philadelphia
TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 24: Gerrit Cole #45 of the New York Yankees delivers a pitch in the first inning during the spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Steinbrenner Field on February 24, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images) Gerrit Cole is already looking dominant for the New York Yankees.
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – FEBRUARY 21: Joey Bart #67 of the San Francisco Giants poses during the Giants Photo Day on February 21, 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images) Buster Posey’s absence this season creates a big void for the San Francisco Giants, but top prospect Joey Bart won’t be rushed. On Friday,
Jorge Masvidal celebrates with team on private jet after loss at UFC 251 by Thomas Albano Redskins will officially change their name Monday by Steven Kubitza TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 24: Clint Frazier #77 of the New York Yankees looks on before the spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Steinbrenner Field on February
Pablo Sandoval cultivated some serious mass in quarantine (PHOTO) by John Buhler Manny Machado, San Diego Padres. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) Manny Machado set the tone for all future batting practice sessions. Manny Machado was born in 1992, so he decided to dress like it was 1992 for some BP. The San Diego Padres
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – AUGUST 02: Whit Merrifield #15 of the Kansas City Royals bats against the Minnesota Twins on August 2, 2019 at the Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Royals 11-9. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images) Whit Merrifield is one of the MLB’s best hitters. When you think of the
The National League features some of the best rotations in baseball, but there can only be one labeled best. Pitching in the National League is far different from its counterpart, typically, because of the lack of a designated hitter. With a shortened 2020 MLB season thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, both leagues are adopting the
Patrick Mahomes gets cheeky at the American Century Championship by Kimberley Spinney Video showing Jorge Masvidal’s UFC 251 pre-fight warmup has leaked by Amy Kaplan Kevan Smith (Photo by John Capella/Sports Imagery/Getty Images) Tampa Bay Rays player called a ‘pansy’ for wearing a mask. Tampa Bay Rays catcher Kevan Smith, like most MLB players with
Jake Arrieta, Bryce Harper, Philadelphia Phillies. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Jake Arrieta vs. Bryce Harper put on a show in this simulated at-bat. The 2020 MLB season is already weird, so get ready to see some stuff you’ve never seen before. With an unprecedented 60-game season rapidly approaching, big league clubs have reconvened at
Luis Robert (Photo by Ron Vesely/Getty Images) Luis Robert showed why he’s going to be a star for the Chicago White Sox. The Chicago White Sox have plenty of hype entering the 2020 MLB season. They added the likes of Dallas Keuchel and Yasmani Grandal to join their young, high-upside squad. However, no player has
TAMPA, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 26: Miguel Andújar #41 of the New York Yankees bats during a spring training game against the Washington Nationals at Steinbrenner Field on February 26, 2020 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by John Capella/Sports Imagery/Getty Images) The Yankees need to find a way to keep Miguel Andujar in the lineup. Miguel Andujar
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 03: Brian Snitker #43 of the Atlanta Braves looks on against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning in game one of the National League Division Series at SunTrust Park on October 03, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Cole Hamels might not be ready for
Re-live Jorge Masvidal’s BMF title win ahead of UFC 251 (VIDEO) by Zain Bando Nashville SC withdrawn from MLS is Back Tournament, Chicago Fire FC joins Group B by John Buhler PORT ST. LUCIE, FL – MARCH 11: Dellin Betances #68 of the New York Mets in action during a spring training baseball game against
CLEVELAND, OH – SEPTEMBER 14: Francisco Lindor #12 of the Cleveland Indians looks on during the first game of a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins on September 14, 2019 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images) Francisco Lindor took Mike Clevinger to task for throwing a meatball Sure, baseball during
The Minnesota Twins need to keep adding studs to improve Rocco Baldelli and the Minnesota Twins built an AL Central champion out of a bunch of power-hitting sluggers and solid, if uninspiring, starting pitching. The “Bomba Squad”, which featured players like Nelson Cruz, Mitch Garver, and Eddie Rosario launching 450-foot home runs every game, was
DeSean Jackson educating himself after anti-Semitic comments by Scott Rogust Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech (Photo by Ron Vesely/Getty Images) Another player has opted out of the MLB season, with Michael Kopech delivering the news Friday. On the same day Buster Posey informed the San Francisco Giants he wouldn’t be playing in the shortened
TORONTO, ON – JULY 03: Brock Holt #12 of the Boston Red Sox hits a single in the third inning during a MLB game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on July 03, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) Brewers utility man Brock Holt didn’t consider opting out of MLB
National League power rankings: Who’s the team to beat? by Steven Kubitza TORONTO, ON – JULY 09: The Toronto Blue Jays play an intrasquad game at Rogers Centre on July 9, 2020 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images) If a Toronto Blue Jays player breaks the bubble this summer, the penalties will be
LeBron James tweets before heading to Orlando for NBA restart by Gerald Bourguet Is this the season Josh Allen becomes a Pro Bowler? by Scott Rogust ATLANTA, GA – SEPTEMBER 02: Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) during the MLB game between the Atlanta Braves and the Toronto Blue Jays on September 2, 2019
Which UFC 251 bout will earn Fight of the Night honors? by Dominic Yates Matt Chapman of the Oakland Athletics. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Matt Chapman has an honest take on fan support at A’s games. The Oakland Athletics have long struggled to fill the Coliseum despite having several great teams throughout the years.
The Chicago White Sox last won the World Series in 2005 thanks to key contributions from several players. The Chicago White Sox have not been to the postseason since 2008 in what has become a long and painful rebuilding process. It is easy to forget the team rolled through the 2005 postseason en route to
TORONTO, ON – AUGUST 16: A general view of an empty Rogers Centre during batting practice and the CN Tower overhead before the start of the Toronto Blue Jays MLB game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre on August 16, 2017 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
SURPRISE, AZ – OCTOBER 18: Nate Pearson #20 of the Surprise Saguaros and Toronto Blue Jays pitches during the 2018 Arizona Fall League on October 18, 2018 at Surprise Stadium in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) Jays GM Ross Atkins won’t say if Nate Pearson will join the club out of camp. As