The New York Times – Sports:
Serving as general manager in addition to his hitting duties, Nelson Cruz assembled one of the best baseball lineups in recent memory for the World Baseball Classic.
Author: James Wagner
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Cuba Allows Some Major Leaguers on World Baseball Classic Team
The New York Times – Sports:
For the first time, Cuba will allow some M.L.B. players to represent the team internationally. But many of the country’s biggest stars were left out, or declined their invitations.
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Michael Conforto Rebuilds Career With San Francisco Giants
The New York Times – Sports:
San Francisco failed to sign Aaron Judge and backed away from Carlos Correa, but Michael Conforto and other additions hope to make the team better.
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Jacob deGrom Discusses Leaving the Mets for the Rangers
The New York Times – Sports:
Texas was desperate for pitching and deGrom’s interest was piqued. A $185 million contract, and a “vision” of how to win, convinced him to leave New York.
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MLB and Union Disagree on Salary Cap as Cable Networks Crumble
The New York Times – Sports:
The head of the players’ union spoke out against the concept of a salary cap, but team owners remain concerned about the sport’s economic model as cable networks struggle.
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Manny Machado Gets First Violation of MLB’s Pitch Clock
The New York Times – Sports:
Manny Machado was issued a strike for not being ready in the batter’s box as baseball got its first look at a sped-up game.
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Shohei Ohtani Discusses His Future With Los Angeles Angels
The New York Times – Sports:
The free agency of Shohei Ohtani, baseball’s only two-way superstar, looms for the Los Angeles Angels, but Ohtani wants to focus on winning games.
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What’s Powering Argentina at the World Cup? 1,100 Pounds of Yerba Mate.
The New York Times – Sports:
The herbal drink is beloved by South American players, who have taken it with them around the world — including to Qatar.
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Ronaldo In Tears After What Could Be His Final World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Morocco’s 1-0 upset of Portugal Saturday leaves the superstar as one of the most decorated players never to have won a World Cup.