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  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • Former AL MVP Dick Allen dies at age 78
    • Former AL MVP Dick Allen dies at age 78
    Allen, the 1964 National League Rookie of the Year with the Phillies and the 1972 American League MVP with the White Sox, was one of baseball’s most feared hitters at his peak....2020
  • • Dick Allen Passes Away
    In saddening news, the family of iconic slugger Dick Allen announced on Twitter that the seven-time Major League All-Star passed away at his home in Wampum, Pennsylvania this morning. He was 78. Allen, the 1964 National League Rookie of the Year with the Phillies and the 1972 American League MVP with the White Sox, was…...2020
  • • Devin Williams, Kyle Lewis Win Rookie Of The Year Awards
    Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams and Mariners center fielder Kyle Lewis have won the 2020 Jackie Robinson National League and American League Rookie of the Year awards, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced Monday. Williams was up against Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth, who tied for second place in…...2020
  • Brewers reliever Williams wins NL Rookie of Year
    • Brewers reliever Williams wins NL Rookie of Year
    Brewers reliever Devin Williams, who confounded the league with his untouchable changeup this year, was named National League Rookie of the Year,...2020
  • M's Lewis named top AL rookie in unanimous vote
    • M's Lewis named top AL rookie in unanimous vote
    Center fielder Kyle Lewis is the first Mariners player to be named American League Rookie of the Year since Ichiro Suzuki in 2001, becoming the 12th AL winner by unanimous vote....2020
  • • MLBTR Poll: NL Rookie of the Year
    National League Rookie of the Year Award finalists have been announced. The voting will come down to Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams, Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth. Here’s a look at what they did this year… Williams was likely the most dominant reliever in baseball in 2020. The 26-year-old wasn’t…...2020
  • • Pandemic, Unrest, Fires? An M.L.B. Rookie Still Smashes Home Runs
    Kyle Lewis of the Seattle Mariners is a top contender for the American League Rookie of the Year Award in a shortened season upended by postponements and delays....2020
  • • Astros' Alvarez may be done for '20, Baker says
    Yordan Alvarez, the reigning American League Rookie of the Year, might miss the rest of the season, Astros manager Dusty Baker told Houston's SportsTalk790 on Wednesday. Alvarez had an MRI on his right knee on Monday....2020
  • • Astros Activate Yordan Alvarez
    The Astros announced Friday that they’ve activated designated hitter Yordan Alvarez from the injured list. Righty Nivaldo Rodriguez was optioned to the team’s alternate training site to make space on the 28-man roster. This will mark the 2020 debut for Alvarez, last year’s American League Rookie of the Year. The 23-year-old has yet to suit…...2020

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League Rookie injury and suspension

  • • Two years since his concussion, Avs prospect Conor Timmins settling into the pros after long journey
    Photo courtesy of Colorado Eagles A road filled with its ups-and-downs and peaks-and-valleys, Conor Timmins is finally starting to settle into pro life in the Rocky Mountains By now, we all know Conor Timmins’ story. It’s been a long, harrowing journey for the highly-touted and well-regarded Colorado Avalanche prospect. Due to injuries — and now, of course, the unforeseen leagues-wide suspensi...2020
  • • Eight MLB players poised for breakout seasons in 2020
    One of the best aspects of the baseball season is watching young players emerge as the game’s newest stars. Now, as a new MLB season draws near, we’re on the verge of seeing new faces experience their breakout moment in 2020. In some cases, a breakout season involves a well-known player. Whether due to early struggles to begin their MLB career or injury, a new season provides a fresh start and a c...2020
  • • Angels star Shohei Ohtani cleared to throw off mound
    Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani is making progress after undergoing knee surgery and has been cleared to throw off a mound. Angels general manager Billy Eppler told reporters Tuesday that Ohtani, who still has a few weeks left in his rehab from Tommy John surgery, has been medically cleared following his mid-September knee surgery. Ohtani aims to pitch for the Angels in 2020, with th...2019
  • • Joey Wendle diagnosed with fractured wrist
    The Rays announced Wednesday that infielder Joey Wendle has been diagnosed with a fractured right wrist, as MLB.com’s Juan Toribio was among those to cover on Twitter. The injury occurred when he was hit by a pitch in Wednesday’s game. It’s rough news for a player who only just made it back to the active roster after opening the season on the IL. Soon to turn 29, Wendle had hoped that the 2019 cam...2019
  • • Michael Fulmer headed for MRI to evaluate knee injury
    Tigers right-hander Michael Fulmer exited yesterday’s game after making just five pitches (and allowing two homers), and he’ll now undergo an MRI to further evaluate the right knee that forced him from that game, per Chris McCosky of the Detroit News. A return in 2018 seems like a long shot, McCosky adds. Manager Ron Gardenhire said after yesterday’s game that Fulmer initially tweaked the knee whe...2018
  • • Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. earns accolades
    It’s easy to expect a lot from the No. 1 prospect in baseball — especially when the prospect’s father is in the Hall of Fame. And Vladimir Guerrero Jr. knew he had big shoes to fill, though he’s denied feeling pressure, according to USA Today.This week the minor leaguer was named MLB’s Pipeline Hitter of the Year and USA Today’s Minor League Rookie of the Year.Through September 6, Guerrero was hit...2018
  • • Corey Seager to have Tommy John surgery, miss rest of season
    A rough first month of the 2018 season got worse for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday. The club announced All-Star shortstop Corey Seager will undergo Tommy John Surgery and miss the remainder of the year. Seager won the 2016 National League Rookie of the Year, was the NL’s Silver Slugger Award winner at shortstop in both 2016 and 2017, and made the All-Star team each year.He got off to a slow st...2018
  • • MRI for Orioles’ Trey Mancini comes back fine
    The Baltimore Orioles received good news regarding an injury suffered by outfielder Trey Mancini.Mancini was forced to leave Friday’s game against the Cleveland Indians after attempting a sliding catch in foul territory during the eighth inning. On the play, Mancini’s knee made contact with the wall down the third base line below where the padding stops.The Orioles had Mancini undergo an MRI, whic...2018
  • • Judge has surgery, should be fine for camp
    American League Rookie of the Year Award winner Aaron Judge underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left shoulder on Monday, the Yankees announced Tuesday. Judge is expected to complete his recovery before the start of Spring Training....2017
  • • Aaron Judge undergoes successful shoulder surgery
    Aaron Judge underwent left shoulder surgery on Monday. The good news is that the New York Yankees’ star is expected to be ready before spring training. These sort of surgeries tend to be relatively minor, especially when they happen early in the offseason. There’s no reason to think that Judge won’t be as good as new when the regular season starts. While opposing pitchers may not be especially exc...2017

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League Rookie lifestyle

  • • Jose Fernandez Had Cocaine, Alcohol in System at Time of Fatal Boat Crash
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez's Joy, Passion Create Lasting Memories on Tragic Day
    2016
  • • Dodgers Offense Needs Joc Pederson to Take Immediate Leap in 2nd Year
    2016
  • • Kris Bryant weighs in on his swim with sharks, engagement
    Kris Bryant engaged in some risky behavior this offseason that probably caused a few lumps in the throats of Chicago Cubs fans and likely some panic attacks by the team’s brass when he swam with sharks during a recent vacation in Hawaii. With spring training right around the corner, the Chicago Tribune’s Mark Gonzales touched base with the reigning National League Rookie of the Year to discover wh...2016
  • • Tommy Hanson’s death ruled 'overdose'
    Not long after word of Tommy Hanson’s death made it’s way to social media…the whispers of drug use started making the rounds. Because that’s what happens when an athlete suddenly dies of “catastrophic organ failure” at 29-years-old. First, it was just speculation.. Then, while the pitcher’s Major League Baseball brethren mourned his passing, came the claims that the guy Hanson was allegedly with a...2015

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League Rookie trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Dodgers, Corey Seager Avoid Arbitration
    The Dodgers and shortstop Corey Seager have avoided arbitration, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Seager, a client of the Boras Corporation, is set to earn a $13.75MM salary in 2021. Still just 26, Seager has already earned several honors in his career, including National League Rookie of the Year in 2016, NLCS MVP and…...2021
  • • Devin Williams, Kyle Lewis Win Rookie Of The Year Awards
    Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams and Mariners center fielder Kyle Lewis have won the 2020 Jackie Robinson National League and American League Rookie of the Year awards, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced Monday. Williams was up against Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth, who tied for second place in…...2020
  • • MLBTR Poll: NL Rookie of the Year
    National League Rookie of the Year Award finalists have been announced. The voting will come down to Brewers right-handed reliever Devin Williams, Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm and Padres infielder Jake Cronenworth. Here’s a look at what they did this year… Williams was likely the most dominant reliever in baseball in 2020. The 26-year-old wasn’t…...2020
  • • Two years since his concussion, Avs prospect Conor Timmins settling into the pros after long journey
    Photo courtesy of Colorado Eagles A road filled with its ups-and-downs and peaks-and-valleys, Conor Timmins is finally starting to settle into pro life in the Rocky Mountains By now, we all know Conor Timmins’ story. It’s been a long, harrowing journey for the highly-touted and well-regarded Colorado Avalanche prospect. Due to injuries — and now, of course, the unforeseen leagues-wide suspensi...2020
  • • Watch: Suns' G League rookie Jalen Lecque wows with stunning dunk
    The Phoenix Suns may just be cultivating another dynamic playmaker in undrafted rookie Jalen Lecque, the G League guard who stunned on Saturday with a crazy dunk. Check out the air Lecque got on this play. He looked like he hit a trampoline before taking flight. pic.twitter.com/bu6fs4fJhi— PointsBet Sportsbook (@PointsBetUSA) January 26, 2020 Last week, Lecque made his NBA debut with a two-minute ...2020
  • • Matt Duffy clears release waivers
    Third baseman Matt Duffy has cleared release waivers after being designated for assignment by the Rays and is now a free agent, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports (via Twitter). The Tampa Bay organization explored the trade market for Duffy before making the move to designate him and clearly didn’t find much in the way of interest. The 28-year-old (29 in January) was projected by MLBTR con...2019
  • • Ronald Acuna Jr. contract is unhealthy for MLB Labor peace
    The Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday that they had agreed to a contract extension with reigning National League Rookie of the Year Ronald Acuna Jr. The deal will pay Acuna a minimum of $100 million through 2026. Atlanta also has $17 million club options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. For the Braves it’s a great deal: For anyone hoping for labor peace and for an eventual work stoppage to be avoi...2019
  • • The latest Harper free-agent rumors
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2019
  • • This is how the Cubs could land Harper
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018
  • • No room in Yanks' OF? Get Harper anyway
    After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder....2018

League Rookie stats and results

  • • Two years since his concussion, Avs prospect Conor Timmins settling into the pros after long journey
    Photo courtesy of Colorado Eagles A road filled with its ups-and-downs and peaks-and-valleys, Conor Timmins is finally starting to settle into pro life in the Rocky Mountains By now, we all know Conor Timmins’ story. It’s been a long, harrowing journey for the highly-touted and well-regarded Colorado Avalanche prospect. Due to injuries — and now, of course, the unforeseen leagues-wide suspensi...2020
  • • The case for each AL Rookie of the Year finalist
    The 2018 American League Rookie of the Year will be announced Monday at 6 p.m. ET on MLB Network, and with a two-way sensation the likes of which we haven't seen since Babe Ruth, along with two Yankees sluggers being the finalists, the results -- like the race -- will be intriguing....2018
  • • Rosenzweigs Represent Rarity of Record-Breaking, All-American Sister Duos
    There have been sisters who have been All-Americans, and there have been sisters who have set records. What makes Gabby and Livy Rosenzweig special is that the sisters did both in the same season at different Division I schools last spring. Gabby finished her sophomore year at No. 14 Penn with a school record-tying 85 points. Livy was the Patriot League Rookie of the Year after ending her freshman...2018
  • • Yankees have no plans to lose Torres
    If the Yankees are going to acquire a front-line starting pitcher this summer, it’s not going to come at the expense of rookie second baseman Gleyber Torres. General manager Brian Cashman suggested to Brendan Kuty of NJ.com and other reporters Friday that the 21-year-old Torres is untouchable. Asked if he’d consider dealing Torres, Cashman quipped, “C’mon now. I have to walk around this city.” Cas...2018
  • • #AwardWorthy: Vote Judge, Cashman, Severino
    Aaron Judge electrified the baseball world with his awe-inspiring power at the plate in 2017, earning numerous accolades -- including the American League Rookie of the Year Award and a place among the finalists for AL MVP -- as a result....2017
  • • #AwardWorthy: Vote for Judge, Cashman
    Aaron Judge electrified the baseball world with his awe-inspiring power at the plate in 2017, earning numerous accolades -- including the American League Rookie of the Year Award and a place among the finalists for AL MVP -- as a result....2017
  • • Pujols & Ichiro: Tied together by '01 ROY wins
    We are awaiting the Rookie of the Year Award announcements but not really the results. It is all but a foregone conclusion that on Monday night (6 ET, MLB Network), Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge will be named the 2017 American League Rookie of the Year Award winner by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, and Dodgers first baseman Cody Bellinger will win the National League honor....2017
  • • Heat sign Tony Mitchell, waive Larry Drew II
    The Miami Heat have signed forward Tony Mitchell and waived guard Larry Drew II. Mitchell has appeared in 78 NBA G League games (52 starts) and averaged 21.2 points, 5.9 points, 2.8 assists, 1.28 steals and 32.7 minutes while shooting 42.5 percent from the field. He earned G League Rookie of the Year honors in 2013 [...]...2017
  • • Celtics sign Abdel Nader, waive Demetrius Jackson
    The Boston Celtics have signed rookie forward Abdel Nader, and have waived guard Demetrius Jackson. Nader, the reigning 2016-17 NBA G League Rookie of the Year, averaged a team-high 21.3 points (44.7% FG, 34.9% 3-PT, 79.4% FT), 6.2 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.00 steal, 0.83 blocked shots and 33.5 minutes over 40 games with the Maine Red [...]...2017
  • • Digest: Navy women's lacrosse attacker Kelly Larkin named nation's top freshman
    Navy women's attacker Kelly Larkin was named Freshman of the Year by ILWomen. Larkin, the Patriot League Rookie of the Year, earned All-America honorable mention after posting a Midshipmen freshman record of 108 points (54 goals, 54 assists). Baseball: Navy senior catcher Adrian Chinnery was one......2017

League Rookie parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Dick Allen Passes Away
    2020
  • • Two years since his concussion, Avs prospect Conor Timmins settling into the pros after long journey
    2020
  • • Eight MLB players poised for breakout seasons in 2020
    2020
  • • The case for each NL Rookie of the Year finalist
    The National League Rookie of the Year race was tightly contested, with the three finalists each turning in an outstanding campaign worthy of recognition. The Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr., the Nationals' Juan Soto, and the Dodgers' Walker Buehler each shined in big moments for their respective clubs, making the choice for the Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year Award in 2018 a very difficult one. With ...2018
  • • Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. earns accolades
    2018
  • • Rosenzweigs Represent Rarity of Record-Breaking, All-American Sister Duos
    2018
  • • Women's Final Four Preview: Boston College vs. Navy
    On March 4, Boston College handled Navy 20-11 in Annapolis, Md., on the strength of three five-plus point performances from Sam Apuzzo (9), Kate Weeks (7) and Kaileen Hart (6). But come Friday, it will be a completely new ball game in Foxborough, Mass. Both Boston College and Navy are different teams than they were at the beginning of the year, making their first final four appearances in their pr...2017
  • • Ryan Howard is still hoping for one more shot at a World Series ring
    Ryan Howard and his wife, Krystle, had something of a bet this offseason, a “friendly little thing,” as Ryan put it.Fans would approach Ryan in Philadelphia and tell him, “Great career.” Krystle interpreted the remark as congratulations for his accomplishments with the Phillies. Ryan would tell her no, that after his farewell ceremony at Citizens Bank Park last September, fans thought he was retir...2017
  • • How Yankees Can Still Make Impact Upgrade to Questionable Rotation
    2016
  • • Gary Sanchez B/R Q&A: 'I Didn't Even Believe What Was Happening'
    2016

Top League Rookie news

  • • Unanimous decision: Judge named AL ROY
    Aaron Judge was unanimously named the American League Rookie of the Year Award winner on Monday, becoming the first Yankee since Derek Jeter in 1996 to garner the honor, and the ninth overall....2017
  • • Wong takes third place in NL ROY vote
    Trying to become the first Cardinals player to win National League Rookie of the Year honors since Albert Pujols in 2001, Kolten Wong had to settle for third in the National League voting behind winner Jacob deGrom and runner-up Billy Hamilton....2014
  • • Mets cruise to victory behind Matz, early runs
    Mets left-hander Steven Matz turned in seven brilliant innings, outdueling Indians ace Corey Kluber, and looking more like the National League Rookie of the Year contender he is expected to be this season, in a 6-0 win over the Indians on Sunday....2016
  • • Mets cruise to victory behind Matz, early runs
    Mets left-hander Steven Matz turned in seven brilliant innings, outdueling Indians ace Corey Kluber, and looking more like the National League Rookie of the Year contender he is expected to be this season, in a 6-0 win over the Indians on Sunday....2016
  • • Jose Fernandez Had Cocaine, Alcohol in System at Time of Fatal Boat Crash
    2016
  • • Mets defeat Marlins for seventh straight win
    deGrom's dominance set the tone early, and the Mets held off a ninth-inning rally to claim a 5-4 victory over the Marlins, extending New York's winning streak to seven straight. The 2014 National League Rookie of the Year now hasn't given up a run in 18 1/3 innings....2015
  • • Jacob deGrom Strikes out Side with 10 Pitches, Makes MLB ASG History
    2015
  • • Ausmus: Fulmer to start Tigers' home opener
    Michael Fulmer will begin his sophomore season when the Tigers begin the Detroit portion of their schedule. The reigning American League Rookie of the Year will start the team's home opener April 7 against the Red Sox at Comerica Park, manager Brad Ausmus announced on Saturday....2017
  • • Tribe flirts with history in win over Chicago
    Cleveland shortstop Francisco Lindor continued to build his case for the American League Rookie of the Year Award on Wednesday night, flirting with a cycle and sparking the Indians to a 6-4 victory over the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field....2015
  • • Red Sox flex muscles in strong Florida finale
    American League Rookie of the Year candidate Andrew Benintendi continued his successful Spring Training with two hits, including a triple, as the Red Sox rolled to an 8-1 victory over the Nationals on Thursday afternoon at JetBlue Park....2017
  • • Mets' deGrom named NL Rookie of the Year
    New York Mets right-hander Jacob deGrom is the winner of the National League Rookie of the Year Award....2014
  • • Best way to learn from Posey? Simply watch
    To his fellow Giants catchers, Buster Posey's Major League skills have an Ivy League quality to them. Whether it's by example or with occasional words of wisdom, Posey furthers the continuing education of San Francisco's receivers. Posey's curriculum vitae includes the National League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards, three NL All-Star team selections and two NL Silver Slugger tr...2016
  • • Best way to learn from Posey? Simply watch
    To his fellow Giants catchers, Buster Posey's Major League skills have an Ivy League quality to them. Whether it's by example or with occasional words of wisdom, Posey furthers the continuing education of San Francisco's receivers. Posey's curriculum vitae includes the National League Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player awards, three NL All-Star team selections and two NL Silver Slugger tr...2016
  • • Fulmer, Tigers ride Collins' 2 HRs off Ubaldo
    Michael Fulmer continues to defy the idea of a sophomore slump. The reigning American League Rookie of the Year delivered seven strong innings, supported by two Tyler Collins home runs, for his fourth win in his last five starts as the Tigers took a 5-4 win over the Orioles on Wednesday night at Comerica Park....2017

League Rookie fantasy rankings and news

  • • Kyle Schwarber's Fluke ACL Tear an Early Test for Cubs' Sky-High Expectations
    2016
  • • Standing tall: Correa tops fantasy rankings at short
    Led by 2015 American League Rookie of the Year Award winner Carlos Correa, the shortstop position is flush with premium young talent. Fantasy owners may wish to invest heavily in this typically underwhelming position, as the talented youngsters could achieve sizable separation from the players in the lower tiers....2016
  • • Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: MLB DraftKings Strategy, Primer for June 19
    2015
  • • Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for May 26
    2015
  • • Why Is 2013 AL ROY Wil Myers Suddenly on the Trading Block?
    2014
  • • Mets Should Consider Trading ROY Jacob deGrom in Winter Blockbuster
    2014
  • • Why Yasmany Tomas Could Be MLB's Next Cuban Phenom
    2014
  • • Jose Abreu's Unanimous AL ROY Validates Big MLB Dollars Poured into Cuban Market
    2014

League Rookie schedule, game

  • • Astros Activate Yordan Alvarez
    2020
  • • Two years since his concussion, Avs prospect Conor Timmins settling into the pros after long journey
    2020
  • • Early look at top MLB ROY candidates
    As we look at the rookie class of 2019, we have to wonder which guys are ready make the same impact in MLB that the likes of Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, Ronald Acuna Jr., Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto made in 2017 and 2018. There is a wealth of candidates this season. Two sons of former MLB stars are poised to make their marks in 2019. The Chicago White Sox will miss the big arm of Michael Kopech t...2019
  • • Who will win the MLB awards?
    The finalists for the major MLB awards were announced on Monday night. By and large, there were no major surprises. But now that we know who the contenders are, who will win? There are plenty of heated races. We’re not expecting much of one for either league’s MVP. But that’s not the case for some of the other awards. The National League Rookie of the Year figures to be a highly competitive race b...2018
  • • Buehler a finalist for NL Rookie of Year honor
    Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler is one of three finalists for the Baseball Writers' Association of America Jackie Robinson National League Rookie of the Year Award, to be presented next Monday on MLB Network at 6 p.m. ET....2018
  • • Red Sox considering playing Mookie Betts at second base
    The latest on the American League champions: When the Red Sox go on the road to face the Dodgers in the World Series, they could feature an interesting defensive alignment. Speaking with reporters (including Jason Mastrodonato of the Boston Herald) on Saturday, Cora revealed that the Red Sox are considering deploying right fielder Mookie Betts at second base in Los Angeles, where they won’t have t...2018
  • • Andujar out of lineup for G4; Walker starts at 3B
    Miguel Andujar's bat has pushed him into the American League Rookie of the Year Award conversation, but as his Yankees face elimination in Tuesday's Game 4 of the AL Division Series, the infielder will be watching at least the first few innings from the bench....2018
  • • Judge returning to Yankee lineup for first time in nearly two months
    The New York Yankees’ lineup on Tuesday features a familiar name that hasn’t been around for a while. For the first time since July 26, Aaron Judge is starting. Judge was placed on the DL after being hit by a pitch in a July 26 game against the Kansas City Royals. It’s been a long recovery process for the reigning American League Rookie of the Year.Judge played briefly on Friday, but only in the f...2018
  • • Yankees have no plans to lose Torres
    2018
  • • Dodgers move slumping Cody Bellinger down in lineup
    Cody Bellinger’s miserable 2018 season has now led to a big demotion in the batting order.The Los Angeles Dodgers decided to move the slumping 22-year-old slugger down to seventh in the lineup for Tuesday’s game with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bellinger, who had been batting fourth or fifth in the Dodgers’ lineup for the significant majority of the season so far, has not hit seventh or lower in nearl...2018

League Rookie rumors, scandals, hoax

  • • Would Evan Longoria Trade Actually Make the Los Angeles Dodgers Better?
    2016
  • • Dodgers Clinch NL West: Highlights, Twitter Reaction to Celebration
    2016
  • • Yasiel Puig's Demotion May Mean He'll Never Again Wear Dodgers Uniform
    2016
  • • Red Sox's Bradley, Betts, and Bogaerts Give MLB a New-Age 'Killer B's'
    2016
  • • Dodgers' Subpar Offense Poised to Waste Another Historic Kershaw Year
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez Is Back with a Fury as Elite MLB Ace
    2016
  • • Dodgers Offense Needs Joc Pederson to Take Immediate Leap in 2nd Year
    2016
  • • Jose Fernandez, Matt Harvey Blockbusters Need to Wait Until Next Winter
    2015
  • • How the Yankees Can Turn Brett Gardner into a Key Pitching Upgrade
    2015
  • • Tommy Hanson’s death ruled 'overdose'
    2015

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