The New York Times – Sports:
“Can I do that? Yeah,” Verlander said, matter-of-factly, when asked about reaching 300 wins. An “aberration” among modern pitchers, it would be unwise to bet against him.
Author: Tyler Kepner
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Robinson Cano Apologizes to Mets for Steroids Suspension
The New York Times – Sports:
Cano, who has served two suspensions for performance-enhancing drug use, apologized to his Mets teammates. But at 39, he finds himself on a team that no longer needs him.
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MLB Camps: Yankees Add Josh Donaldson, Braves Add Matt Olson, Padres Lose Fernando Tatis Jr.
The New York Times – Sports:
With the lockout over and camps open, the Yankees remade their infield, Atlanta acquired a star (and moved on from another) and there was terrible news from the Padres.
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If the Lockout Makes Baseball Better, It Will Have Been Worth It
The New York Times – Sports:
After tense negotiations, Major League Baseball and the players’ union both made gains in their desired areas. But more important, they avoided losses — of games and, potentially, their standing.
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Derek Jeter Steps Down as Chief Executive of the Marlins
The New York Times – Sports:
Jeter, a Hall of Fame player tasked with rebuilding a struggling franchise, will also relinquish his ownership stake in the team.
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The Yankees Retire Paul O'Neill's Number 21
The New York Times – Sports:
Honoring Paul O’Neill’s No. 21 elevates him in Monument Park but removes him from an odd fraternity of players whose numbers are out of circulation but have not been officially retired.
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Hiring Billy Eppler as GM Is a 'Relief' for Mets Leadership
The New York Times – Sports:
A lengthy process landed Billy Eppler, formerly of the Angels and the Yankees. Steven Cohen says the deal received “universal praise” from his fellow owners.
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Phillies' Bryce Harper Wins His Second NL MVP Award
The New York Times – Sports:
Snubbed at the All-Star Game, Harper exploded in the second half, earning his second career M.V.P. Shohei Ohtani of the Angels was unanimously named A.L. M.V.P.