The New York Times – Sports:
Saved from demolition, Hinchliffe Stadium in New Jersey underwent a $100 million renovation. It will now serve as a minor league ballpark and a Negro leagues museum.
Author: Gary Phillips
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Japan’s Kodai Senga Brings Ghost Fork Pitch to Mets
The New York Times – Sports:
When pitchers and catchers report next month, the Mets will get a look at Kodai Senga’s signature pitch: the ghost fork. Those who have seen it say it delivers on the hype.
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Yankees in Need of Left Fielder and Bullpen Help
The New York Times – Sports:
Aaron Judge said he was reassured by Hal Steinbrenner that the Yankees would spend money to get better. Left field and the bullpen are obvious places to address.
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Yankees Make Aaron Judge Team Captain
The New York Times – Sports:
At a news conference to finalize his $360 million contract, Judge was given a position previously held by Lou Gehrig, Derek Jeter and other team greats.
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Buck Showalter and Terry Francona Are M.L.B.’s Top Managers
The New York Times – Sports:
Showalter led the Mets to the second most wins in franchise history, while Francona won a division title in Cleveland despite having the league’s youngest roster.
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ALCS: Astros Rolling Even as Jose Altuve Struggles
The New York Times – Sports:
Jose Altuve’s double on Saturday was his first hit of the postseason and Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker are struggling against the Yankees. Regardless, Houston is up, 3-0.
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ALCS: Michael King and Injured Yankees Relievers Travel With Club
The New York Times – Sports:
Michael King and other injured Yankees relievers have been traveling with the club to soak in the postseason atmosphere and learn everything they can.
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On Short Rest, Nestor Cortes Pitches Yankees Past Guardians
The New York Times – Sports:
Nestor Cortes’s gutsy performance on short rest helped the Yankees get past Cleveland and has the bullpen rested ahead of the American League Championship Series.
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ALDS: Guardians Triston McKenzie Will Start Game 3 Against Yankees
The New York Times – Sports:
Triston McKenzie grew up rooting for Derek Jeter and the Yankees, and he’s been mentored by CC Sabathia, but that’s all on hold for now. “I’m out there to win.”