Bob Nightengale Reminds Donald Trump He Can’t Sway Roger Clemens’ HoF Fate

10 months ago

Bob Nightengale Reminds Donald Trump He Can’t Sway Roger Clemens’ HoF Fate

After Trump called for Clemens’ Hall of Fame induction, Nightengale shot back: “Neither MLB nor the BBWAA has any say… their time ended.” Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young winner with 354 wins, peaked at 65.2% before aging off the ballot. His case rests with a 16-member committee, where he’s previously fallen well short by eight votes.

By Tanish Chachra

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Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Remain on Leave Amid Gambling Probe

10 months ago

Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Remain on Leave Amid Gambling Probe

Cleveland's Clase and Ortiz will stay on administrative leave as MLB’s gambling investigation continues, per Bob Nightengale. Initially set to expire, it was extended with union approval. Ortiz was flagged in July after suspicious pitches coincided with betting spikes; Clase followed weeks later. MLB Rule 21 allows permanent bans, with recent cases drawing harsh suspensions.

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Taylor Ward Gets “Best Case Scenario” After Scary Scoreboard Collision vs. Astros

10 months ago

Taylor Ward Gets “Best Case Scenario” After Scary Scoreboard Collision vs. Astros

Ward crashed face-first into a metal fence covering the out-of-town scoreboard at Daikin Park, leaving the field bloodied and stitched above his right eye. “It’s all good news… a best case scenario,” reporter Sam Blum wrote on X. Interim manager Ray Montgomery confirmed the cut but no major damage. Ward has hit 30 homers with 94 RBI this season.

By Nischay Rathore

Marlins Recall Michael Petersen After Mets Series Win

10 months ago

Marlins Recall Michael Petersen After Mets Series Win

Miami recalled Petersen as rosters expand, giving the right-hander a second stint after he pitched four games for Atlanta with a 4.05 ERA. The move followed a 5-1 win over the Mets, sealing the series. At 65-72, Miami sits 14 games behind the Phillies and eight back in the Wild Card. Marlins need a late-season charge to bag postseason spot.

By Tanish Chachra

Mike Shildt Blasts Padres After Series Loss to Twins

10 months ago

Mike Shildt Blasts Padres After Series Loss to Twins

“It wasn’t good… I’m disappointed... Just couldn’t scratch back,” Shildt said after a 7-2 defeat in Minnesota. Joe Ryan struck out eight over seven innings, while Bryon Buxton’s 29th homer powered the Twins. San Diego dropped to 2-5 in its last seven, now two games behind the Dodgers in the NL West but holding the second wild-card spot.

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Angels Taylor Ward Delivers Encouraging Update After Wall Collision

10 months ago

Angels Taylor Ward Delivers Encouraging Update After Wall Collision

Ward needed 20 stitches above his right eye after crashing into the left-field wall chasing a fly ball vs. Astros but was cleared of a concussion. “Best-case scenario,” Athletic's Sam Blum said, expecting only a short rest. Teammate Jo Adell praised his effort: “He’s doing exactly what he’s supposed to do.” The scare shook the Angels but relief followed.

By Tanish Chachra

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