The New York Times – Sports:
The team from Flushing won its home opener, just like they usually do. But this time, with Tom Seaver’s statue watching over them, they might have even better days to come.
Category: Baseball
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Tom Seaver’s Statue Stands 10 Feet Tall. Just Like Seaver.
The New York Times – Sports:
The Mets finally gave the ultimate honor to their franchise icon, creating a statue worthy of the Hall of Fame pitcher.
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Nashville Stars Honor Baseball’s Past by Focusing on the Future
The New York Times – Sports:
Named after a team from the Negro leagues, the Nashville Stars give young players, Black and white, passion and purpose in the game.
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Honoring the Past by Focusing on the Future
The New York Times – Sports:
Named after a team from the Negro leagues, the Nashville Stars give young players, Black and white, passion and purpose in the game.
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Baseball Hall of Fame Will Create New Exhibit on Race
The New York Times – Sports:
Dave Winfield and Ken Griffey Jr. will be among the advisers for a permanent exhibit that re-examines the contributions of Jackie Robinson and others.
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Guerrero’s Three Homers Power Blue Jays Past Yankees
The New York Times – Sports:
Toronto has taken two of three games against their division rival. The Mets, meanwhile, slugged their way past the Phillies.
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Mets Build a Big Lead and then Hang On for Win Over Phillies
The New York Times – Sports:
Pete Alonso’s five R.B.I. and Max Scherzer’s solid pitching led the Mets. The Giants, meanwhile, won their series against San Diego.
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Dodgers Pull Clayton Kershaw During Perfect Game
The New York Times – Sports:
Not wanting to risk injuring his aging ace, Manager Dave Roberts pulled Clayton Kershaw. He had thrown only 80 pitches.
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Alyssa Nakken Coaches First Base for San Francisco Giants
The New York Times – Sports:
The San Francisco Giants coach became the first woman to take an on-field role in a Major League Baseball game. “This is my job,” she said.