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Yasiel Puig Did A Whole Bunch Of Cool Baseball Shit Last Night

The Dodgers lost to the Giants last night, 4-1, and their only run of the evening was scored by Yasiel Puig, who spent all game doing cool baseball shit. In the fifth inning, Joe Panik slapped a double off the wall. It should have been an easy hit for Panik, but he almost got caught at second thanks to a virtuosic…

Here's The Marlins' President Playing Lorne Michaels In A Local Theater Production

Marlins president David Samson is one of those rich guys who likes to do not-rich-guy things in order to show how cool and down to earth he is. He went on Survivor, and in 2014 he starred in a play put on by a local Miami theater called Not Ready For Primetime. The play was about the early days of SNL, and Samson…

Aaron Judge Is So Much More Than Magnificent Dingers

Aaron Judge hit the dick off the baseball again last night:

CNBC Interview With Derek Jeter And Alex Rodriguez Was Awkward From The Start

Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez sat down with CNBC’s Bob Pisani at a charity event on Tuesday to talk about their good works and show people how much they care, but Pisani wanted to get to the good stuff—namely, the state of the once-contentious relationship between the former players, A-Rod dating J-Lo, and Jeter…

Marcell Ozuna tattoos a Rays championship banner with a 468-foot blast

Not even the catwalk could contain this one

Yankees’ Brett Gardner went ballistic on a recycling bin after striking out

You won’t like Brett Gardner when he’s angry

Aaron Judge is making a powerful impression on the Yankees

The Bomber combines the best of brains and brawn.

MLB History: First MLB Game Played in National Association

Although the National Association only lasted for five seasons, it holds the distinction of being the first Major League. On this day in 1871, the first official game in MLB history was played.Over the span of a few short decades, baseball had become a truly popular pastime. It had been a popular …

Ejection leaves Orioles' starter TBA for finale vs. Sox (May 04, 2017)

BOSTON — A questionable ejection has thrown Baltimore Orioles manager Buck Showalter’s pitching plans for Thursday’s series finale against the Boston Red Sox out the window.

Mets' sizzling offense prepares for Atlanta lefty (May 04, 2017)

ATLANTA — The New York Mets have handled the three right-handed pitchers they’ve faced from the Atlanta Braves in this series. On Thursday, they will see if they can do the same against a lefty.

Angels rookie Meyer to take ball vs. Mariners (May 04, 2017)

SEATTLE — The Los Angeles Angels are expected to dip down to the minors for Thursday night’s starter in the rubber match of the three-game series against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field.

Rockies send another rookie out to face Padres (May 04, 2017)

SAN DIEGO — Voters on Wednesday honored 22-year-old Colorado right-hander Antonio Senzatela as the National League’s Rookie of the Month for April.

Royals seek third win in series vs. White Sox (May 04, 2017)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — An optimist would tell you the Kansas City Royals have won two of three games to start May.

Facing Cubs, Phillies RHP Eflin looks for first win (May 04, 2017)

CHICAGO — The pain is gone, the knees seem sound and Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zach Eflin looks for a payoff when he faces the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.

Rangers lose Hamels ahead of finale vs. Astros (May 04, 2017)

HOUSTON — The Texas Rangers, having already completed the first month of the season without cornerstone third baseman Adrian Beltre, were dealt a significant blow when ace left-hander Cole Hamels was placed on the 10-day disabled list Wednesday.

Marlins look to keep it going vs. Rays (May 04, 2017)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Miami Marlins had dropped six of seven games before their interstate series with the Tampa Bay Rays shifted north, and their 17-hit onslaught in a 10-6 win at Tropicana Field on Wednesday gave manager Don Mattingly hope for what’s ahead in the remaining four road games this week.

Old face of Yankees praises new as Jeter lauds Judge

NEW YORK (AP) Aaron Judge seemed embarrassed.

Cleveland starter hopes for hot start in cold weather (May 04, 2017)

DETROIT — Michael Fulmer doesn’t change anything on cold, rainy days.

Samardzija throws gem, Giants beat Dodgers 4-1 in 11 innings (May 03, 2017)

LOS ANGELES (AP) Brandon Belt and Gorkys Hernandez each singled in a run in the 11th inning after Jeff Samardzija’s excellent start, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-1 on Wednesday night.

Desmond homers twice off Weaver to help Rockies to 11-3 win (May 03, 2017)

SAN DIEGO (AP) Ian Desmond hit two home runs off Jered Weaver and drove in three runs to help rookie right-hander Antonio Senzatela and the Colorado Rockies beat the sloppy San Diego Padres 11-3 on Wednesday night.

Vin Scully returns to Dodger Stadium for Ring of Honor induction

Vin Scully was back at Dodgers Stadium one more time for what he called his ‘last hurrah.’

Stroman leaves after 3 innings with armpit tightness

NEW YORK (AP) Given a four-run first-inning lead, Toronto’s Marcus Stroman allowed his first two batters to reach base, then a three-run homer to Matt Holliday. Pitching two days after his 26th birthday, the right-hander kept trying to stretch his pitching arm.

Vargas ties career high with 5 RBIs, Twins beat A's 7-4 (May 03, 2017)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Kennys Vargas tied his career high for Minnesota with five RBIs, including a three-run homer Wednesday night off erratic Oakland starter Kendall Graveman that propelled the Twins to a 7-4 victory over the Athletics.

Red Sox ban fan from Fenway Park for life after using racial slur

The Boston Red Sox have banned a fan from Fenway Park for using racial slurs.

Contreras, Szczur lead Cubs comeback over Phillies, 5-4 (May 03, 2017)

CHICAGO (AP) Pinch hitters Willson Contreras and Matt Szczur had consecutive two-out RBIs in the sixth inning, helping the Chicago Cubs edge the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Wednesday night.

Cardinals Fan Sitting Behind Dugout Hit By Stray Bullet During Game

According to St. Louis police, a fan taking in a Cardinals game was hit by a bullet fired from outside the stadium during last night’s game against the Brewers. The fan was seated in Section 141 of the Cardinals’ stadium, which is located behind the home dugout. She complained about a sharp pain in her elbow and spoke…

Indians hold on for 3-2 victory over Tigers (May 03, 2017)

DETROIT (AP) Carlos Carrasco pitched six impressive innings, and the bullpen held on for the Cleveland Indians in their 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night.

Rockies put Wolters on DL, activate Dunn, promote Hanigan

SAN DIEGO (AP) The Colorado Rockies have placed catcher Tony Wolters on the seven-day concussion disabled list.

White Sox Slugger Avisaíl García Breaks Bat

One of the big surprises of the young baseball season has been Chicago White Sox outfielder Avisaíl García—sold to fans of the South Siders upon his acquisition as the second coming of Magglio Ordóñez, and in reality more like a butt—hitting like a god. He came into tonight leading the league in batting average, and…

Adam Jones ejected as tension between Orioles, Red Sox continues

The drama between the Red Sox and Orioles continues to heat up.