The New York Times – Sports:
Olson, Atlanta’s slugging first baseman, hit his 51st home run of the season, tying the franchise record.
Category: Baseball
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Aaron Rodgers Injury Caps a Dismal Summer for New York Fans
The New York Times – Sports:
A season-ending injury to Aaron Rodgers, the New York Jets quarterback, after months of hype and hope, was the capstone on a disappointing stretch for the city’s teams.
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Some Things Are More Important Than History
The New York Times – Sports:
As a no-hitter stretched into extra innings, a journalist rooted for something extraordinary while his son just wanted the Yankees to win. They both got what they wanted.
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The Dodgers Pile Up Wins and New Babies
The New York Times – Sports:
As Los Angeles raced to the top of the N.L. West yet again, six of the team’s players formed a bond by welcoming new babies into their families.
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Mo’ne Davis, a Little League Star, Begins Grad School at Columbia
The New York Times – Sports:
Davis seemed unstoppable at the Little League World Series nine years ago. As she begins graduate school at Columbia, she is still charging ahead.
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Julio Urias, L.A. Dodgers Pitcher, Is Charged With Domestic Violence
The New York Times – Sports:
The star pitcher was charged after a physical altercation on Sunday evening at a soccer stadium in South Los Angeles and later freed on $50,000 bail, the authorities said.
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Why Did They Stop Celebrating Walk-Off Wins at Home Plate?
The New York Times – Sports:
Walk-off wins used to be celebrated at home plate with the player who scored. At some point, without explanation, the emphasis flipped to the batter.
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Alex Cobb of the Giants Throws 131 Pitches in a One-Hitter
The New York Times – Sports:
Alex Cobb of the San Francisco Giants gave up a hit with two outs in the ninth but finished what he started. It was the most pitches in a game since 2019.