This Date in Baseball-Week Ahead
July 16
1897 — Chicago’s Cap Anson became the first major...
From Spider Tack to Shohei’s homers, MLB 1st half intrigues
The Boston Red Sox and San Francisco Giants are better than just about anyone expected. The Washington Nationals and Minnesota Twins have unexpectedly struggled.
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Naquin’s 3-run homer in 9th gives Reds 10-7 win over Twins
MINNEAPOLIS — Tyler Naquin went 4 for 4 with a three-run home run that broke a ninth-inning tie right after the ragged Cincinnati bullpen...
Twins, Phillies, Brewers set plans for 100% fan capacity
NEW YORK — The Minnesota Twins, Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers have set plans to host 100% capacity at their ballparks, joining the Arizona...
Twins SS Andrelton Simmons out after positive COVID-19 test
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Wednesday before the doubleheader against...
This Date in Baseball-Week Ahead
April 3
1923 — Expelled “Black Sox” players Happy Felsch and...
American League Central Preview Capsules
Capsules of American League Central teams, listed in order of finish last year:
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American League West Preview Capsules
Capsules of American League West teams, listed in order of finish last year:
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Fungo golf for Giants pitchers; fans for MLB spring games
Right-hander Kevin Gausman’s impressive day at spring training had nothing to do with any of the usual statistics, like strikeouts or innings pitched.
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