Chicago White Sox Acquire Ivan Nova (Giuseppe)
Chicago White Sox pitcher Ivan Nova was told he would need to pack his bags and head to Chicago on Tuesday after the White Sox struck a deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the starter. Nova posted a 4.19 ERA … Continue reading Chicago White Sox Acquire Ivan Nova (Giuseppe)
Philadelphia Phillies Sign Andrew McCutchen (Giuseppe)
Free-agent outfielder Andrew McCutchen was signed by the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday to a three-year, $50 Million dollar deal McCutchen posted a slash line of .255/.368/.424 with 20 homers, 65 runs batted in, and 14 stolen bases over 155 games … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies Sign Andrew McCutchen (Giuseppe)
Harold Baines and Lee Smith Elected to the Hall of Fame by Player’s Committee (Giuseppe)
The 2019 Today’s Player Committee has spoken and there will be at least two new names entering Cooperstown in July’s 2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony after relief pitcher Lee Smith and stud designated hitter Harold Baines were both voted … Continue reading Harold Baines and Lee Smith Elected to the Hall of Fame by Player’s Committee (Giuseppe)
NL East Not Defined by Bryce Harper (Daryll)
The MLB off-season is in full swing, and several teams are already making some big waves as we look ahead into 2019. While last year free agency stalled all winter, this year there has already been some significant activity while … Continue reading NL East Not Defined by Bryce Harper (Daryll)
St. Louis Cardinals Acquire Paul Goldschmidt (Giuseppe)
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded away their franchise cornerstone on Wednesday when they traded superstar first baseman Paul Goldschmidt to the St. Louis Cardinals for pitcher Luke Weaver, catcher Carson Kelly, infielder Andrew Young, and a Competitive Balance Round B 2019 draft pick. Goldschmidt had … Continue reading St. Louis Cardinals Acquire Paul Goldschmidt (Giuseppe)
Washington Nationals Sign Patrick Corbin (Giuseppe)
The best free agent pitcher on the market this offseason is now off the market and, surprisingly, will not wear pinstripes in 2019. The former Diamondback starting pitcher Patrick Corbin signed a six-year, $140 million contract with the Washington Nationals … Continue reading Washington Nationals Sign Patrick Corbin (Giuseppe)
Philidelphia Phillies Acquire Jean Segura (Giuseppe)
The Philidelphia Phillies and the clearly rebuilding Seattle Mariners struck a deal on Monday that will send first baseman Carlos Santana and shortstop J.P. Crawford to Seattle, while relievers Juan Nicasio and James Pazos head to Philadelphia along with the centerpiece of the deal, Jean Segura. Segura had … Continue reading Philidelphia Phillies Acquire Jean Segura (Giuseppe)
New York Mets Bringing the Big to the Big Apple (Daryll)
The New York Mets new sports agent turned General Manager didn’t waste a lot of time before letting the city know he was here now. Brodie Van Wegenen has reportedly traded for All Star Closer Edwin Diaz and Robinson Cano … Continue reading New York Mets Bringing the Big to the Big Apple (Daryll)
Washington Nationals Acquire Yan Gomes (Giuseppe)
The Cleveland Indians traded catcher Yan Gomes to the Washington Nationals on Friday in return for Minor League right-handed pitcher Jefry Rodriguez, minor league outfielder Daniel Johnson and a player to be named later. “The Nationals have expressed consistent interest in Yan throughout … Continue reading Washington Nationals Acquire Yan Gomes (Giuseppe)
Texas Rangers Sign Edinson Volquez (Giuseppe)
The Texas Rangers signed veteran pitcher and former Miami Marlin Edinson Volquez to a one-year, $2 million contract on Thursday. The deal includes $5 million in performance bonuses. Volquez signed a two-year Minor League contract with the Texas Rangers in February as he … Continue reading Texas Rangers Sign Edinson Volquez (Giuseppe)
San Diego Padres Sign Garrett Richards (Giuseppe)
The San Diego Padres signed pitcher Garrett Richards to a two-year, $15 Million deal on Thursday. Richards required Tommy John surgery in July and will miss a large part (if not the whole year) of the 2019 season. In Richards’ … Continue reading San Diego Padres Sign Garrett Richards (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Acquire Tommy La Stella (Giuseppe)
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim traded cash considerations and a player to be named later for utility infielder Tommy La Stella. The former Chicago Cub is entering the second of three years of arbitration eligibility and will be receiving … Continue reading Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Acquire Tommy La Stella (Giuseppe)
Chicago Cubs Acquire Ronald Torreyes (Giuseppe)
The New York Yankees designated infielder Ronald Torreyes for assignment on Monday in order to open up a roster spot for Angels pitcher Parker Bridwell. It was announced Wednesday that the Chicago Cubs had traded cash considerations and a player … Continue reading Chicago Cubs Acquire Ronald Torreyes (Giuseppe)
Texas Rangers Sign Jesse Chavez (Giuseppe)
The Texas Rangers and Jesse Chavez agreed to a two-year contract on Tuesday that will pay Chavez around $8 million in total. Chavez signed a one-year deal with Texas last year and was traded to the Chicago Cubs in July. … Continue reading Texas Rangers Sign Jesse Chavez (Giuseppe)
Pittsburgh Pirates Sign Lonnie Chisenhall (Giuseppe)
The Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to a one-year, $2.75 million contract with outfielder Lonnie Chisenhall on Monday. Ken Rosenthal reports that within the contract, there are performance bonuses for reaching various plate appearance thresholds for Chisenhall. Chisenhall was limited to 29 games … Continue reading Pittsburgh Pirates Sign Lonnie Chisenhall (Giuseppe)
Minnesota Twins Claim C.J. Cron on Waivers (Giuseppe)
The Minnesota Twins claimed 1B/DH C.J. Cron off waivers on Monday from the Tampa Bay Rays after the Rays controversially designated the slugger for assignment. Cron had a breakout year in 2018, hitting 30 homers with a .253/.323/.493 batting line … Continue reading Minnesota Twins Claim C.J. Cron on Waivers (Giuseppe)
Atlanta Braves Sign Josh Donaldson to One-year, $23 Million Deal (Giuseppe)
Shortly after signing catcher Brian McCann to a one-year, $2 Million deal, the Atlanta Braves signed third baseman Josh Donaldson to a one-year, $23 million deal, making it a big Monday for the Braves. The 32-year-old former American League Most Valuable Player … Continue reading Atlanta Braves Sign Josh Donaldson to One-year, $23 Million Deal (Giuseppe)
Atlanta Braves Sign Brian McCann (Giuseppe)
The Atlanta Braves signed free-agent catcher Brian McCann on Monday to a one year, $2 million contract. McCann, who will turn 35 in February, began his Major League career in Atlanta before playing his first nine seasons there. McCann struggled in … Continue reading Atlanta Braves Sign Brian McCann (Giuseppe)
David Price, Jonny Venters Win Comeback Player of the Year Awards (Giuseppe)
Major League Baseball announced on Tuesday that David Price of the Boston Red Sox and Jonny Venters of the Atlanta Braves had won the American and National League Comeback Player of the Year Awards for their bounce-back performances in 2018. … Continue reading David Price, Jonny Venters Win Comeback Player of the Year Awards (Giuseppe)
Khris Davis Wins Edgar Martinez Designated Hitter of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
Oakland A’s star slugger Khris Davis is 2018’s Edgar Martinez Designated Hitter of the Year Award winner after a stellar offensive season spent almost exclusively at the DH position. Davis hit .247/.328/.555 with 46 homers, 118 runs batted in, 93 … Continue reading Khris Davis Wins Edgar Martinez Designated Hitter of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
New York Yankees Acquire James Paxton (Giuseppe)
The “Evil Empire” strikes again. The New York Yankees made a big move on Monday by trading pitcher Justus Sheffield, outfielder Dom Thompson-Williams, and pitcher Erik Swanson for Seattle Mariners ace James Paxton. Paxton posted a solid 2018 season with the … Continue reading New York Yankees Acquire James Paxton (Giuseppe)
Washington Nationals Sign Kurt Suzuki (Giuseppe)
The Washington Nationals signed catcher Kurt Suzuki to a two year, $10 Million deal on Monday. The new deal will earn the former Atlanta Brave $4 million next year and $6 million in 2020. Suzuki made a solid $3.5 million … Continue reading Washington Nationals Sign Kurt Suzuki (Giuseppe)
Bryce Harper, Manny Machado Thinking Big (Daryll)
The most anticipated free-agent class in some time is here – and Manny Machado and Bryce Harper have big hopes. Both came into the league at 19, and are already very well established players with the ability to dramatically impact … Continue reading Bryce Harper, Manny Machado Thinking Big (Daryll)
Mookie Betts, Christian Yelich Win 2018 Most Valuable Player Awards (Giuseppe)
Boston Red Sox superstar right fielder and Milwaukee Brewers superstar slugger Mookie Betts and Christian Yelich are the American and National League’s Most Valuable Players in 2018. Betts topped all of Major League Baseball in 2018 with an incredible .346 … Continue reading Mookie Betts, Christian Yelich Win 2018 Most Valuable Player Awards (Giuseppe)
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Warren Spahn
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers is designed to connect fans with the game of baseball’s past one player and story at a time. A Doubleday Double Talk Remembers will be published every Friday and will go over the life and legacy … Continue reading Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Warren Spahn
Blake Snell, Jacob deGrom Win 2018 Cy Young Awards (Giuseppe)
Blake Snell of the Tampa Bay Rays and Jacob deGrom of the New York Mets are Major League Baseball’s 2018 Cy Young Award winners after posting the best overall pitching season in their respective leagues. Snell narrowly beat out Houston … Continue reading Blake Snell, Jacob deGrom Win 2018 Cy Young Awards (Giuseppe)
Bob Melvin, Brian Snitker Win 2018 Manager of the Year Awards (Giuseppe)
Brian Snitker of the Atlanta Braves and Bob Melvin of the Oakland Athletics are Major League Baseball’s 2018 Managers of the Year Award recipients. This marks Melvins third career Manager of the Year Award and Snitker’s first. Brian Snitker was … Continue reading Bob Melvin, Brian Snitker Win 2018 Manager of the Year Awards (Giuseppe)
Shohei Ohtani Wins American League Rookie of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
Shohei Ohtani, the two-way Japanese star that the Los Angeles Angels acquired prior to the 2018 season, had an incredible 2018 campaign that while tainted due to an injury, will go down as one of the most memorable in baseball … Continue reading Shohei Ohtani Wins American League Rookie of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
Ronald Acuna Wins National League Rookie of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
Ronald Acuna entered the 2018 Major League Baseball season as baseball’s No. 2 overall prospect behind Angles’ two-way star Shohei Ohtani and he did not disappoint. Ronald Acuna was selected Monday night as the National League Rookie of the Year … Continue reading Ronald Acuna Wins National League Rookie of the Year Award (Giuseppe)
MLB Awards Handed Out This Week (Daryll)
With the conclusion of the World Series now two weeks in the rear view mirror, this is the week that baseball gets back onto the sports talk shows as it hands out its awards. This year there are a few … Continue reading MLB Awards Handed Out This Week (Daryll)
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Joe Dimaggio
Giuseppe Paolo DiMaggio (who would later be famously known as Joe Dimaggio) was born on November 25, 1914, in Martinez, California. Dimaggio was the eighth child of Giuseppe and Rosalie DiMaggio, Italian immigrants who moved from Sicily to California in 1898. Joe’s father … Continue reading Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Joe Dimaggio
Into the Dark – an Off-Season Story (Daryll)
With the final out of the 2018 World Series, as once again a World Series champion celebrated on the road, I had several thoughts running through my head. First of all, it is strange to think that the Red Sox … Continue reading Into the Dark – an Off-Season Story (Daryll)
The Boston Red Sox Are 2018 World Series Champions (Giuseppe)
In the bottom of the ninth inning with the count at 1-2 with two outs and Chris Sale pitching, Manny Machado stood at the plate and awaited the most important pitch of the 2018 season. This World Series had been … Continue reading The Boston Red Sox Are 2018 World Series Champions (Giuseppe)
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Stan Musial
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers is designed to connect fans with the game of baseball’s past one player and story at a time. A Doubleday Double Talk Remembers will be published every Friday and will go over the life and legacy … Continue reading Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Stan Musial
Yadier Molina Wins 2018 Roberto Clemente Award (Giuseppe)
After Anthony Rizzo won it in 2017, Yadier Molina is the Roberto Clemente Award recipient for 2018 for providing aid to victims of Hurricane Maria, which hit his birthplace of Puerto Rico last year. The Roberto Clemente Award, named after … Continue reading Yadier Molina Wins 2018 Roberto Clemente Award (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Dodgers Win National League Champion Series, Advance to World Series (Giuseppe)
After a back and forth National League Championship that took seven games to be decided, the Los Angeles Dodgers will be advancing to the World Series against the Boston Red Sox while the Milwaukee Brewers fall short of winning their … Continue reading Los Angeles Dodgers Win National League Champion Series, Advance to World Series (Giuseppe)
DoubleDay Double Talk Remembers: Sandy Koufax
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers is designed to connect fans with the game of baseball’s past one player and story at a time. A Doubleday Double Talk Remembers will be published every Friday and will go over the life and legacy … Continue reading DoubleDay Double Talk Remembers: Sandy Koufax
Boston Red Sox Win American League Pennant, Advance to World Series (Giuseppe)
For the second time of the 2018 Major League Baseball Postseason, the Boston Red Sox have routed a 100+ win team to advance to the next round of play. After crushing the 100-win New York Yankees in the American League … Continue reading Boston Red Sox Win American League Pennant, Advance to World Series (Giuseppe)
Did Mookie Betts and the Red Sox Catch a Break? (Daryll)
Wednesday evening the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros thrilled the baseball world with a great baseball game that went back and forth and came down to a couple of inches of Andrew Benintendi’s glove in the bottom of the … Continue reading Did Mookie Betts and the Red Sox Catch a Break? (Daryll)
Modern Playoff Baseball (Daryll)
For as much as baseball has not changed in the nearly 150 years since the Cincinnati Red Stockings first took the field, the way in which teams go about winning the game has changed a lot. Babe Ruth revolutionized home … Continue reading Modern Playoff Baseball (Daryll)
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Roberto Clemente
Doubleday Double Talk Remembers is designed to connect fans with the game of baseball’s past one player and story at a time. A Doubleday Double Talk Remembers will be published every Friday and will go over the life and legacy … Continue reading Doubleday Double Talk Remembers: Roberto Clemente
How the New York Yankees are Different From Everyone Else (Daryll)
The New York Yankees were eliminated from the playoffs Tuesday night, despite coming oh so close about Red Sox closer Craig Kimbrel in a 9th inning comeback attempt. Losing in the playoffs is different for the Yankees than other teams … Continue reading How the New York Yankees are Different From Everyone Else (Daryll)
Boston Red Sox Defeat New York Yankees, Advance to ALCS (Giuseppe)
During the 2018 American League Wild Card Game in Yankees Stadium, Yankees fans could be heard loudly chanting the words, “WE WANT BOSTON” during their eventual 7-2 victory over the Oakland A’s. Following the first division series matchup between the … Continue reading Boston Red Sox Defeat New York Yankees, Advance to ALCS (Giuseppe)
Brock Holt Becomes First Player to Ever Hit for the Cycle in the Postseason (Giuseppe)
Boston Red Sox infielder Brock Holt hit for the cycle during Monday night’s routing of their arch nemesis, the New York Yankees. Following the Red Sox’ 16-1 win to put them up 2-1 in the ALDS, Holt became the first player to … Continue reading Brock Holt Becomes First Player to Ever Hit for the Cycle in the Postseason (Giuseppe)
Los Angeles Dodgers Defeat Atlanta Braves 6-2, Advance to NLCS (Giuseppe)
The Los Angeles Dodgers are headed to the National League Championship Series for a third consecutive season following Monday night’s 6-2 win over the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta thanks in part to two home runs and 4 RBI from Manny … Continue reading Los Angeles Dodgers Defeat Atlanta Braves 6-2, Advance to NLCS (Giuseppe)
