Dave Roberts: Egregious missed call cost Dodgers against PhilliesA controversial blown call led to the Los Angeles Dodgers losing to the Philadelphia Phillies.
The letter of the law vs. the spirit of itImproving the enforcement of Rule 6.00(h) aims to reduce collisions and encourage athletic plays like base stealing.
Wisely, Giants robbed after ball hits umpire vs. RockiesBaseball outcomes can be influenced by luck, as seen in the Giants-Rockies game with a bizarre out due to a ball hitting the umpire.
Five storylines for 2024 MLB spring trainingBlake Snell and Jordan Montgomery remain unsigned as free agents.MLB has implemented new rules to further shorten the length of games.Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, J.D. Martinez, and Jorge Soler are still available as free agents.
Dave Roberts: Egregious missed call cost Dodgers against PhilliesA controversial blown call led to the Los Angeles Dodgers losing to the Philadelphia Phillies.
The letter of the law vs. the spirit of itImproving the enforcement of Rule 6.00(h) aims to reduce collisions and encourage athletic plays like base stealing.
Wisely, Giants robbed after ball hits umpire vs. RockiesBaseball outcomes can be influenced by luck, as seen in the Giants-Rockies game with a bizarre out due to a ball hitting the umpire.
Five storylines for 2024 MLB spring trainingBlake Snell and Jordan Montgomery remain unsigned as free agents.MLB has implemented new rules to further shorten the length of games.Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, J.D. Martinez, and Jorge Soler are still available as free agents.
Around the Empire: Yankees news - 8/16/24MLB is considering a rule requiring starters to pitch at least six innings, but this may not solve the issue of short outings.Juan Soto's impending free agency is igniting competition among top teams like the Yankees and Mets, with potential surprises from others.
Miguel Rojas Blasts MLB Rules Process After Hunter Wendelstedt's Obstruction CallThe controversial obstruction call during the Dodgers vs. Phillies game led to an ejection and impacted the outcome.
Dodgers Pitchers Doing Better Job Helping Will Smith Control Run GameDodgers significantly improved in catching runners stealing in 2024 after poor performance in 2023.
Dodgers Roster: Nick Ramirez Added As 27th Man For DoubleheaderMLB clubs can add a 27th player for doubleheaders without the usual Minor League stay requirement, allowing for immediate recall post-game.
Dodgers Pitchers Doing Better Job Helping Will Smith Control Run GameDodgers significantly improved in catching runners stealing in 2024 after poor performance in 2023.
Dodgers Roster: Nick Ramirez Added As 27th Man For DoubleheaderMLB clubs can add a 27th player for doubleheaders without the usual Minor League stay requirement, allowing for immediate recall post-game.
MLBTR Podcast: Baseball Is Back, Will Smith's Extension, Mike Clevinger And Jon BertiMLB Trade Rumors Podcast discusses potential MLB trade scenarios and rules.Listeners can submit questions for the podcast hosts to address during episodes.
Betting scandal with Shohei Ohtani's interpreter is far from first in pro sportsGambling scandals can have severe consequences for individuals involved, including professional sports players and employees.It is important for sports organizations to have strict rules around gambling to maintain the integrity of the sport.
Sources: Padres' Marcano faces ban for bettingSan Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano facing potential lifetime ban for betting on baseball, raising concerns over gambling issues in professional sports.