The New York Times – Sports:
The Mets are tied with Atlanta, the Rays are closing on the Yankees and the surprising Guardians are fending off two serious challengers in the A.L. Central.
Category: Atlanta Braves
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As the Trade Deadline Nears, the Brewers Could Be in Trouble
The New York Times – Sports:
Expected to cruise to a second straight division title, Milwaukee may need reinforcements if it wants to hold off St. Louis. Even a wild-card berth could be in doubt.
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Contreras Brothers Join a Rare Fraternity as All-Star Starters
The New York Times – Sports:
The National League’s starting catcher (Willson) and designated hitter (William) will join four other sets of brothers who have started an M.L.B. All-Star Game together.
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Dansby Swanson Has Atlanta Braves Surging in NL East
The New York Times – Sports:
Dansby Swanson is leading the way for a team that started slowly but is now hot on the Mets’ heels. If it feels familiar, it should.
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How Freddie Freeman and Kenley Jansen Switched Teams
The New York Times – Sports:
In a series between N.L. heavyweights, Freddie Freeman will be in Dodger blue and Kenley Jansen will close for the Braves. Two months ago that idea seemed impossible.
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2022 MLB Preview: National League
The New York Times – Sports:
The Mets went on a huge off-season spending spree, and they are willing to spend even more. The Dodgers are proof that the approach doesn’t always work.
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With Kenley Jansen, the Atlanta Braves Lean In on Bullpen
The New York Times – Sports:
Atlanta won the World Series with short starts and great bullpen work. The team’s off-season additions leaned in on that strategy.
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Freddie Freeman Signs with Dodgers for $162 Million
The New York Times – Sports:
The slugging first baseman led Atlanta to a World Series title and now heads to his hometown on a $162 million deal.
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M.L.B. Canceled Games. What Happens Now?
The New York Times – Sports:
Both sides left Florida frustrated, and no date is set for further negotiations. This could take a while.