The New York Mets are entering the current season with lower expectations compared to previous years. However, team owner Steve Cohen remains steadfast in his specific goal for the team – to make the playoffs. In a recent news conference at Citi Field, Cohen expressed his desire for the Mets to secure a spot in
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On Opening Day at Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani expressed his satisfaction with his at-bats and appreciation for the warm welcome he received from the enthusiastic crowd. Despite this, he couldn’t help but feel a tinge of regret for not hitting a home run like his fellow superstar teammates, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman. The trio
With the New York Yankees’ season opener approaching and the acquisition of Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres, manager Aaron Boone emphasized the importance of making Soto feel at home in his new team. Despite having established superstars like Aaron Judge, Anthony Rizzo, and Giancarlo Stanton, Boone made it clear that Soto’s presence was
Recently, Major League Baseball’s owners gave their unanimous approval for private-equity billionaire David Rubenstein to become the new owner of the Baltimore Orioles. This accelerated sale quickly transferred control of the team to Rubenstein and his ownership group, giving them 70% ownership of the Orioles. This move occurred less than two months after Rubenstein agreed
The Chicago White Sox recently faced an unexpected setback as catcher Max Stassi was placed on the 10-day injured list due to left hip inflammation. This news comes as a blow to the team, especially since Stassi missed the entirety of last season and had not played in a spring training game since March 20.
As the Texas Rangers prepare to kick off their regular season on Thursday, World Series MVP Corey Seager and All-Star third baseman Josh Jung are expected to be in the lineup. Despite both players only participating in one Cactus League game before the team departed Arizona, they are determined to make an impact on opening
The recent scandal involving Shohei Ohtani has sent shockwaves through the baseball community. The allegations of illegal gambling and theft against his former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, have raised eyebrows and left many wondering about the true extent of the situation. Ohtani’s initial claim that he transferred funds to cover Mizuhara’s debt was quickly refuted by
Peter Angelos, the owner of the Baltimore Orioles and a successful lawyer, passed away at the age of 94 after a long battle with illness. He was born on the Fourth of July in 1929 in Maryland to Greek immigrants. Despite coming from a blue-collar background, he rose to prominence after receiving his law degree
The New York Mets have made a significant move by signing designated hitter J.D. Martinez to a one-year, $12 million contract. This deal not only provides the Mets with a proven power hitter but also adds depth to their lineup behind slugger Pete Alonso. Martinez’s presence is expected to boost the team’s offensive capabilities and
Right-hander Michael Lorenzen, known for his versatility on the mound, recently signed a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers worth $4.5 million guaranteed. This deal has the potential to increase to $7 million with incentives, showcasing the faith the Rangers have in his abilities. Lorenzen’s journey in the 2023 season saw him transitioning from the
Trevor Bauer, the 2020 NL Cy Young Award winner, has been cleared to play in the Mexican League despite facing serious allegations of sexual assault. Despite not being convicted of any charges, Bauer has been at the center of controversy after being suspended for violating MLB’s domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse policy. The
After a period of uncertainty and speculation, Blake Snell’s free agency has finally come to an end. The reigning National League Cy Young Award winner has agreed to a two-year, $62 million deal with the San Francisco Giants. This move comes just 10 days before the Giants open their regular season against Snell’s former team,