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HOFer Mays wins lifetime achievement award
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Thursday, 22 April 2021 10:23
NEW YORK -- Willie Mays has won the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Baseball Digest.The Hall of Fame center fielder was honored Thursday with a new accolade to be given annually recognizing a living individual who has made "significant contributions to the national game."Mays, who turns 90 on May 6, was chosen over five other finalists in voting by…
Don't be fooled by Kim Ng's hiring. Women in baseball say MLB has a long way to go
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Thursday, 22 April 2021 05:18
WHEN KIM NG was hired by the Miami Marlins as their general manager this past MLB offseason, she received ringing endorsements from Michelle Obama, Sharon Robinson and Billie Jean King. In January, she was invited by President Joe Biden to participate in a prime-time television special as part of his inauguration ceremonies."The idea that it has affected this many people…
How hot are the A's? With an improbable 11th straight win, let's say they're sizzling
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Wednesday, 21 April 2021 22:11
In 1983, the Chicago White Sox would win the AL West title and make the postseason for the first time since 1959. At one point during the season, Texas Rangers manager Doug Rader, unimpressed with the White Sox's style of play, referred to it as "winning ugly." It became the team's slogan.On Wednesday, the Oakland A's extended their winning streak…
A's rally to beat Twins in extras, win 11th in a row
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Wednesday, 21 April 2021 19:54
Sometimes you win a game in heroic comeback fashion and sometimes your opponent hands you a gift of gaffes more often seen in Little League than the major leagues.The Oakland Athletics extended their winning streak to 11 in a row -- tied for their longest win streak since their franchise-record 20-game streak in 2002 -- with a wild, 13-12 victory…
IF Riddle added to Twins' COVID-19 injured list
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Wednesday, 21 April 2021 16:35
OAKLAND, Calif. -- Infielder JT Riddle was placed on the COVID-19 injured list by the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.Riddle, in his fifth season, appeared in four games for the Twins this season, going 2 for 6 (.333) with a run scored."JT did not test positive for COVID. There are a lot of different COVID protocols. JT falls within one of…
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Wednesday, 21 April 2021 16:35
Padres' Lamet leaves with tightness in forearm
Wednesday, 21 April 2021 12:50
Orioles OF Santander to IL, likely out 2-4 weeks
Wednesday, 21 April 2021 12:50
Brewers sign former All-Star Strange-Gordon
Wednesday, 21 April 2021 12:50
Astros extend catcher Maldonado for '22 season
Wednesday, 21 April 2021 08:16
'Coach, can I get in?': Early MLB sensation Akil Baddoo won't take no for an answer
Wednesday, 21 April 2021 05:36
Dodgers hold out Betts after HBP; X-rays negative
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 20:19
Freeman uninterested in 'distraction' of new deal
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 20:19
Nats OF Soto goes on IL with strained shoulder
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 20:19
MLB, union meet for 1st CBA talks, sources say
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 20:31
Jury: Chauvin guilty of George Floyd murder
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 05:04
'It's almost mind-boggling': Scouts, opposing pitchers on why the Cubs can't hit
Monday, 19 April 2021 21:36
Marlins OF Marte diagnosed with fractured rib
Monday, 19 April 2021 21:36
Phillies move 3 to IL due to COVID-19 protocols
Monday, 19 April 2021 21:36
Cashman: Yanks won't overreact to 5-10 start
Monday, 19 April 2021 21:36
Twins cleared to travel for A's series in Oakland
Monday, 19 April 2021 21:36
Sources: Castellanos loses appeal of 2-game ban
Sunday, 18 April 2021 20:46
Is the New York Yankees' rough weekend an omen of things to come?
Sunday, 18 April 2021 19:12
Last-place Yanks 'frustrated' after swept by Rays
Sunday, 18 April 2021 19:12
Braves star Acuna leaves game in fourth inning
Sunday, 18 April 2021 15:11
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