The New York Times – Sports:
After winning three World Series as a player, Craig became a coach and spread the gospel of the split-fingered fastball, what one player of the time called “the pitch of the ’80s.”
Category: Baseball
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Gary Cohen, Howie Rose and Two Others Inducted Into Mets Hall of Fame
The New York Times – Sports:
As the team continues to celebrate its history, Gary Cohen, Howie Rose, Al Leiter and Howard Johnson were honored for their contributions over the years.
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Bill Greason’s Journey From Negro Leagues Star to Alabama Pastor
The New York Times – Sports:
A pastor for more than 50 years, William Greason, 98, occasionally tells tales of a lifetime ago, when he mentored Willie Mays and played in the last Negro World Series.
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Dodgers and Yankees Face Off in Los Angeles
The New York Times – Sports:
Both teams have been winning with smoke and mirrors thanks to injuries. A series against each other in Los Angeles offers a test of just how good they are.
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MLB Takes Over Padres Broadcasts After Bally Sports Misses Payment
The New York Times – Sports:
M.L.B. will retain San Diego’s broadcast team and will offer in-market streaming with no blackouts after Bally Sports failed to meet its financial commitments.
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Return of Luis Severino and Carlos Rodon Boosts Yankees Rotation
The New York Times – Sports:
The Yankees held steady as their starting rotation got healthy. With Luis Severino back, and Carlos Rodón on the way, there is reason to expect brighter days ahead.
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Succession Finale: Was MLB’s Bill Wambsganss a Spoiler?
The New York Times – Sports:
In the HBO series finale, Tom Wambsgans beat out three competitors at once, just like the Cleveland second baseman who turned the only unassisted triple play in World Series history.
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The Miami Heat Might Blow a 3-0 Series Lead
The New York Times – Sports:
No N.B.A. team has lost a best-of-seven playoff series after winning the first three games, but the Heat are one loss from being the first.
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Oakland Athletics Close In on Las Vegas Stadium Deal
The New York Times – Sports:
From faking a rainout at a World Series game to a possum in a television booth, the Athletics have rarely been happy at home. Will Las Vegas be the answer?