When it comes to stability and continuity in the manager’s office, few franchises can match the San Francisco Giants over the past four decades. Now the Giants are turning to a three-time Manager of the Year to get them back on track. After a swift interview process, they are poised to announce the hiring of …
1 of 5 | Right fielder Jesus Sanchez and the Miami Marlins are within reach of the National League’s final wild card playoff slot. File Photo by Bill Greenblatt/UPI | License Photo MIAMI, Sept. 19 (UPI) — The Miami Marlins are embracing the excitement of a playoff push, fueled by a sensational weekend sweep of …
1/5 Shortstop Wander Franco was held out of the Tampa Bay Rays’ 6-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday in St. Petersburg, Fla. File Photo by Steve Nesius/UPI | License Photo Aug. 14 (UPI) — Major League Baseball (MLB) is currently investigating social media posts regarding Wander Franco, the star shortstop who was sidelined …
Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout, two star players for the Los Angeles Angels, both hit solo home runs in a recent game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, it was Mickey Moniak’s three-run homer in the second inning that had the biggest impact, leading the Angels to a 5-2 victory despite Zac Gallen’s 12 strikeouts. The …
1/5 New York Yankees starter Domingo German issued nine strikeouts in an 11-0 win over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday in Oakland, Calif. File Photo by Steve Nesius/UPI | License Photo June 29 (UPI) — New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German achieved baseball immortality by retiring 27 Oakland Athletics batters in order, pitching the first …
The New York Mets are faced with a decision regarding their pitcher, Jose Quintana, following a short fourth rehab start. Previously, Quintana had pitched four innings and threw 47 pitches, but in Friday’s game with Triple-A Syracuse, he only lasted 2 ²/₃ innings. Despite allowing two runs on four hits and three walks, Quintana threw …
1/6 Baseball Legend Willie Mays Overwhelmed by Upcoming MLB Game at Rickwood Field June 20 (UPI) – Willie Mays, the iconic baseball player, has been deeply affected by the news of a special event game scheduled for 2024. The game will feature the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco Giants, and will take place at …
Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama, served as the home stadium for the Birmingham Black Barons, a former team in the Negro League that included baseball legend Willie Mays from the San Francisco Giants. The photograph of the stadium is provided by the George F. Landegger Collection of Alabama Photographs in Carol M. Highsmith’s America, available …