Alex Bregman had a tearful farewell to the Boston Red Sox on Thursday, but it's a charade that Houston Astros fans know all too well. … [Read more...] about Alex Bregman’s tearful Red Sox farewell reopens old wounds for Astros fans
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Texas Rangers hire Skip Schumaker as manager, signing former Marlins skipper to 4-year deal
The Texas Rangers have hired Skip Schumaker as their manager. The team agreed Friday night to a four-year contract with the former NL Manager of the Year. Schumaker’s deal was announced after Chris Young, the team’s president of baseball operations, acknowledged earlier in the day that the team was focused on an internal candidate in its search to replace Bruce Bochy. Schumaker … [Read more...] about Texas Rangers hire Skip Schumaker as manager, signing former Marlins skipper to 4-year deal
Shohei Ohtani set to make postseason pitching debut for Dodgers in unfriendly Philadelphia
Shohei Ohtani finally makes his postseason pitching debut for the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Phillies. The series is loaded with star power, including Bryce Harper and Mookie Betts. Ohtani, who didn’t pitch last season due to elbow surgery, has been impressive this year. He struck out 62 batters over 47 innings with a 2.87 ERA. Phillies pitcher … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani set to make postseason pitching debut for Dodgers in unfriendly Philadelphia
What to watch during MLB’s best-of-5 Division Series
Major League Baseball’s playoffs now move into the Division Series this weekend. All four series begin Saturday. Shohei Ohtani makes his postseason pitching debut for the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 at Philadelphia. In the other National League series, the 97-win Brewers open at home against former manager Craig Counsell and the Chicago Cubs. … [Read more...] about What to watch during MLB’s best-of-5 Division Series
Schlittler’s playoff gem for Yankees against rival Red Sox prompts Boone to say `A star is born’
Cam Schlittler has become an instant star for the New York Yankees, delivering a dominant performance against the rival Boston Red Sox in a playoff elimination game. The 24-year-old rookie pitched eight overpowering innings with 12 strikeouts and no walks as New York beat Boston 4-0, advancing to the Division Series against Toronto. Schlittler, who grew up a Red Sox fan in … [Read more...] about Schlittler’s playoff gem for Yankees against rival Red Sox prompts Boone to say `A star is born’