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Rob Maaddi, AP
AP Source: Yankees-Phillies Postponed For 2nd Straight Day
The New York Yankees-Philadelphia Phillies game was postponed for the second straight day.6 years ago
STEVEN WINE, AP
2 MLB Games Postponed As Marlins Deal With Virus Outbreak
The Miami Marlins’ home opener Monday night against Baltimore has been postponed as the Marlins deal with a coronavirus outbreak that stranded them in Philadelphia.6 years ago
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports
Dr. Anthony Fauci Reveals Why His First Pitch At Yankees/Nationals Game Was Off Target
Dr. Anthony Fauci explained why his first pitch went so poorly prior to the start of the game between the Yankees and Nationals.6 years ago
AP
AP Source: Toronto Blue Jays To Play In Buffalo Amid Pandemic
The Toronto Blue Jays will play in at Sahlen Field in Buffalo this year amid the pandemic.6 years ago
Ronald Blum, AP
AP Source: MLB, Players Agree To Expand Playoffs To 16 Teams
MLB and the players’ union agreed to expand the playoffs from 10 teams to 16 for the pandemic-delayed season.6 years ago
AP
MLB Players Taking Visible Stance On Social Justice
Several MLB players and coaches have spoken out about racial injustice.6 years ago
TOM WITHERS, AP
Indians Players, Owner Meet To Discuss Potential Name Change
Cleveland’s players met Tuesday with owner Paul Dolan to discuss a potential name change for the team, which has been called the Indians for the past 105 years.6 years ago
CHARLES ODUM, AP
Braves Remove ‘Chop On’ Sign, Slogan, But No Call On Chant
The Atlanta Braves have removed a “Chop On” sign that sat near an entrance to Truist Park and are still considering their stance on the fans’ tomahawk chop chant.6 years ago
Rob Gillies, AP
Toronto Blue Jays Not Allowed To Play Games In Canada
The Blue Jays have been denied approval by the Canadian government to play in Toronto amid the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
Joe Reedy, AP
Ballparks To Use Crowd Noise From Video Game During Season
Big league players will still hear the roar of the crowd even though the stands will be empty when the baseball season opens next week.6 years ago
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports
Philadelphia Officials Say Fans Won’t Be Allowed To Attend Eagles, Phillies Games In 2020
Philadelphia city officials said that no fans will be allowed to attend Eagles or Phillies games in 2020, citing safety concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports
Atlanta Braves Will Not Change Nickname, Looking At ‘Chop’ Celebration
The Atlanta Braves emailed their season-ticket holders on Sunday and said that they will not be changing their nickname.6 years ago
Joe Kay, Associated Press
Masking Up: Protective Coverings Not Just For MLB Dugouts
Protective face coverings won't be out of sight when Major League Baseball resumes in less than two weeks. Some players and coaches are planning to wear them on the field.6 years ago
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports
Former SLCC Bruins Star, Ex-BYU Commit Damian Henderson Signs Deal With Cincinnati Reds
Former SLCC standout and ex-BYU commit Damian Henderson signed a contract with the Cincinnati Reds.6 years ago
AP
MLB Releases 2021 Schedule; All 30 Teams To Open On April 1
MLB will open the 2021 season on April 1.6 years ago
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports
Dr. Anthony Fauci Believes Baseball Season Is More Likely Than Football
Dr. Anthony Fauci thinks that having a baseball season will be safer for the athletes than in football.6 years ago
Beth Harris, AP
Betts: Baseball Didn’t Do Good Job With Response To George Floyd Killing
Mookie Betts wasn’t moved by Major League Baseball’s response in the wake of George Floyd’s death in police custody, and the Los Angeles Dodgers’ newest star has a goal of getting the Black community to love baseball as much as he does.6 years ago
Associated Press
MLB ’20 Schedule: Yanks-Nats, Giants-Dodgers Open On July 23
Mookie Betts, Gerrit Cole and a pair of high-profile matchups are set for opening day as Major League Baseball begins its shortened 60-game season on July 23 in ballparks without fans amid the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
AP
Trump Criticizes Redskins, Indians For Weighing Name Changes
President Donald Trump on Monday criticized a pair of pro sports teams that are considering name changes in the wake of a national reckoning over racial injustice and inequality.6 years ago
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press
Nationals, Astros Cancel Workouts Because Of Testing Delays
Baseball's two World Series finalists canceled workouts Monday because of COVID-19 testing delays that one executive worried could endanger the baseball season.6 years ago
Charles Odum, Associated Press
Braves’ Felix Hernandez Opts Out Of Season Due To Pandemic
Former Cy Young winner Félix Hernández has opted out of the 2020 season, at least temporarily ending his bid to revive his career with the Atlanta Braves.6 years ago
Tom Withers, Associated Press
Indians Manager Francona Favors Nickname Change For Club
Cleveland manager Terry Francona won't sidestep the hot-button topic any longer. He believes the Indians need to change their contentious nickname.6 years ago
Ben Walker, AP
Dodgers Pitcher David Price Won’t Play This Year Because Of Virus
Dodgers pitcher David Price will not play this season because of concerns over the coronavirus pandemic, delaying his Los Angeles debut until next year.6 years ago
