The Chicago Cubs made a significant offseason acquisition by re-signing slugger Cody Bellinger for the 2024 season, a move that bolstered their lineup and addressed a void in left-handed hitting and power left by his departure in free agency. Despite initial expectations of a lucrative contract, Bellinger returned to the Cubs on an $80 million…
Josh Donaldson, renowned for his illustrious career primarily with the Oakland Athletics and the Toronto Blue Jays, had a forgettable stint with the New York Yankees before officially retiring. His peak came in 2015 when he clinched the American League MVP with remarkable stats. Reflecting on his entire career, including his time with the Yankees,…
Before the commencement of the 2024 season, NESN.com is scrutinizing various notable prospects within the Boston Red Sox organization, employing insights and analyses from industry specialists to assess each player’s prospects for the upcoming campaign. First in line for evaluation is Marcelo Mayer. Marcelo Mayer, selected as the No. 4 overall pick in the 2021…
MLB History 1884 – National League owners decide to introduce separate team benches to discourage socializing between opposing players during games. 1886 – The National League officially adopts the stolen base and establishes the four-foot by seven-foot pitcher’s box. Additionally, the league maintains the rule of seven balls for a walk and rejects the proposal…
Reportedly, the NRL was compelled to separate key players from the Sydney Roosters and the Brisbane Broncos after they were scheduled on the same flight departing Las Vegas. Tensions escalated following allegations that Roosters prop Spencer Leniu racially abused Broncos star Ezra Mam during the Roosters’ victory at Allegiant Stadium. Leniu stands accused of using…
Fernando Alonso is taking a cautious approach to his Formula 1 future, indicating that he will wait for “a few races” before making a decision, particularly with ongoing speculation about him potentially replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes. Following his ninth-place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix, Alonso, whose contract with Aston Martin expires at the…
The Dodgers executed a series of roster adjustments on Sunday, opting to send multiple players to the minor league camp. Notably, outfielder Andy Pages, who has displayed notable performance during Spring Training, was among those optioned. Given that Pages wasn’t expected to secure a spot on the major league roster this season, the decision to…
The duration of the contract could extend up to three years, contingent upon Bellinger’s handling of the options. Although Bellinger inked a lucrative three-year, $80 million agreement, it’s improbable he’ll see it through to the end. This is because Bellinger has control over the options starting from the 2024 season, during which he is set…
Under the helm of new head coach Jim Harbaugh, the team is focused on elevating their performance after finishing 5-12 last season, highlighting several areas that require improvement. The forthcoming season is expected to witness a transformation in the team’s dynamics, particularly with Harbaugh emphasizing the establishment of a robust running game and the construction…
After concluding his postgame press conference on Sunday, Carlos Mendoza announced as he left: there’s a fresh face in the Mets’ clubhouse. According to the manager, Sean Manaea had undergone a significant change – he had cut his hair. For the first time in four years, Sean Manaea has cut his hair 💇🏻♂️ pic.twitter.com/TlG15WhBs1 —…