After a long, successful career in the major leagues, infielder Neil Walker has decided that it’s officially time to hang up his cleats and call it a career. Throughout his 12-year MLB career, Neil Walker seemed to always have a smile on his face. The man was a fan favorite and for good reason. Now,
Freddie Freeman, Atlanta Braves. (Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) Longtime MLB infielder Neil Walker announces retirement from baseball by Braulio Perez The Atlanta Braves have still not been able to extend their star first baseman Freddie Freeman. Even if first baseman Freddie Freeman does not want his contract situation with the Atlanta Braves to be a distraction, well,
Yasiel Puig, Cleveland Indians. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) The Ultimate Fighter 29: Who is Gilbert Urbina? by Zain Bando Yasiel Puig is reportedly heading to Mexico to continue his playing career. Yasiel Puig is having a tough time getting back into MLB. The 30-year-old last played with the Cleveland Indians in 2019 and reportedly
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 01: Oakland Athletics fans hold up signs about the Houston Astros cheating during their Opening Day game at RingCentral Coliseum on April 01, 2021 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Devils hilariously roast fan who got engaged to Rangers supporter by John Buhler Clemson football: Highlights, stats, takeaways from
Yadier Molina, Adam Wainwright, St. Louis Cardinals. (Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports) Yasiel Puig to play in Mexican League with Veracruz by Steven Kubitza The St. Louis Cardinals are backing Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina in style. Waino and Yadi have played catch with each other thousands of times, at this point. Molina could
DUNEDIN, FLORIDA – APRIL 13: DJ LeMahieu #26 of the New York Yankees runs to first after hitting a double in the eighth inning against the New York Yankees at TD Ballpark on April 13, 2021 in Dunedin, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) It’s time for Aaron Boone to make some big moves. Here
Philadelphia Eagles fans at the Phillies game against the Giants used the opportunity to express their displeasure with GM Howie Roseman. It’s April, one of the few months of the year the Phillies get the stage in Philadelphia to themselves. Yet, the Philadelphia Eagles managed to grab the metaphorical mic on Monday night. As the
In the showdown between the New York Mets and Colorado Rockies, pitcher Marcus Stroman made a play that you’re not going to believe. Whenever New York Mets hurler Marcus Stroman is on the bump, you can expect the stud to make some unreal plays. With that being said, Stroman took things to a whole new
Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Vin Scully has the best bling of all now that he received his 2020 World Series ring. It only took 32 years, but Vin Scully finally got to watch the Dodgers win another World Series. He may not be the team broadcaster anymore, but he’s a valued member of the
Atlanta Braves center fielder Guillermo Heredia had no mercy on the Cubs, following up his first-inning home run with a vicious grand slam. Guillermo Heredia wasn’t satisfied with a home run in the first inning against the Cubs. Why settle for two runs when you can add four more? The Braves center fielder sent a
Apr 5, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Twins catcher Willians Astudillo (64) makes a throw to first base for an out during the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports Ohio State football: CJ Stroud makes statement to win Buckeyes starting QB job by John Buhler Max
This week, Inside the Clubhouse looks at the Dodgers and Padres first series, the Cubs hitting rock bottom, the best pitchers in this young season and more. The first Dodgers–Padres series has been circled on everyone’s calendars since Major League Baseball released the 2021 schedule. It somehow exceeded all expectations. It felt more like October
Ryan Tepera was suspended three games, while David Ross received a one-game ban, but that wasn’t enough to satisfy Brewers manager Craig Counsell. Major League Baseball took a step towards making a statement against the unwritten rules of the game on Thursday with their punishment of both Tepera and Ross. Tepera, the pitcher who threw
Sports fandom is built on rituals and tradition, like opening a new pack of baseball cards every year on MLB Opening Day. I’ve long admired my younger brother’s spring ritual of buying one pack of baseball cards for Opening Day. He started the tradition of opening one pack as an adult to celebrate baseball’s rejuvenating
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – APRIL 24: Barry Bonds #25 of the Miami Marlins fist bumps Marcell Ozuna #13 during batting practice before the game against the San Francisco Giants at AT&T Park on April 24, 2016 in San Francisco, California. The Miami Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-4. (Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)
The 2021 MLB season is in full swing, and there has certainly been more than a fair share of surprises thus far. Here are our latest power rankings. The 2021 MLB season has brought plenty of surprises, including just how back the New York Yankees have been, and how good the New York Mets are.
Anthony Rizzo and Freddie Freeman had viewers in stitches after a hilarious pickle as the Chicago Cubs hosted the Atlanta Braves. Even when you’re trailing 13-4, baseball can be fun. The Cubs have Anthony Rizzo to thank for that. On Sunday, in the middle of a blowout by the Braves, Rizzo lightened the mood with
Los Angeles Dodgers hurler Trevor Bauer was fired up after he struck out San Diego Padres slugger Fernando Tatis Jr. On Sunday, MLB fans were able to enjoy quite the showdown between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers. With Trevor Bauer getting the start for the Dodgers, this meant that we’d all be
Marlins first baseman Jesus Aguilar. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports UFC Vegas 24: Alexandr Romanov earns decision over Juan Espino after accidental groin strike (Video) by Jordan Lopez Miami Marlins Jesus Aguilar made a crazy play to recover after a glove mishap by snatching the loose ball out of the air with his bare
Apr 28, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; A general view of a Minnesota Twins helmet on top of first base during the fifth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports UFC Vegas 24: Drakkar Klose releases lengthy statement following fight cancellation after face-off shove by Thomas Albano USC Spring
How could the Dodgers-Padres improve on their 12-inning game on Friday? With another instant classic on Saturday There was a benches-clearing brawl, a future Hall of Fame pitcher having the best at-bat of the night, and an elite pitching duel between two bonafide aces. Oh, and a miraculous catch millimeters off the grass to end
Royals DH Salvador Perez. Mandatory Credit: Peter Aiken-USA TODAY Sports USC Spring Game: 3 takeaways from the Trojan sack-fest by Alicia de Artola The Kansas City Royals took the second half of their doubleheader against the Toronto Blue Jays thanks to Salvador Perez’s 459-foot walk-off home run. All walk-off home runs are great, but there’s
The New York Yankees are the worst team in the American League for the first time this century and their fans are taking it in the worst way possible. New York Yankees fans aren’t used to losing and they’re not taking this season very well. The Yankees have the worst record in the American League
Jorge Mateo, San Diego Padres, Dennis Santana, Los Angeles Dodgers. (Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports) Look: Yankees fans are just as pitiful as their AL-worst baseball team by Patrick Schmidt The benches cleared after San Diego Padres pinch hitter Jorge Mateo was struck by Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dennis Santana’s offering. Things escalated quickly after Los Angeles
The Houston Astros lucked out by signing Jake Odorizzi, but he’s not thrilled he had to wait around in free agency. Odorizzi was close to signing with the New York Mets earlier in the offseason, and President Sandy Alderson was interested in signing the right-hander. Yet, a change at general manager — with Jared Porter
The Los Angeles Dodgers will be without their superstar outfielder Cody Bellinger indefinitely. Los Angeles Dodgers outfield Cody Bellinger has suffered a hairline fracture in his left fibula and will be out for the foreseeable future. Despite having the best record in baseball, it is not all good news for the defending World Series champions.
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 15: Tarik Skubal #29 of the Detroit Tigers pitches in the bottom of the first inning against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum on April 15, 2021 in Oakland, California. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) What happens when
FOX broadcaster Joe Buck is now in the running to be the permanent host of Jeopardy! but his guest-hosting duties won’t affect his work calling MLB games. Joe Buck is in the running to be the new full-time host of Jeopardy!, according to Andrew Marchand of the New York Post. Buck will serve a one
Yankees fans at Yankeee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Watch Roland Dunlap KO Obinwa Ikebunna with a brutal slam at LFA 104 (Video) by Thomas Albano New York Yankees fans lost their cool while watching the Rays blow out their team at Yankee Stadium, resorting to throwing baseballs on the field. Being frustrated
Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman sued a San Antonio resort after they refused to return deposit for canceled wedding. Like many in 2020, Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman’s plans were upended by the coronavirus pandemic. While Bregman and wife Reagan were married this past December, they are now suing their initial wedding destination.