The New York Times – Sports:
A 2017 letter from Commissioner Rob Manfred detailed the Yankees’ illicit use of electronic devices in 2015 and parts of 2016, which cost the team a $100,000 fine.
Category: Major League Baseball
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With Cole on Mound, Yankees Score Often to Sweep Guardians
The New York Times – Sports:
After not escaping the second inning last week against Detroit, Gerrit Cole pitched into the seventh and got plenty of run support in a win over Cleveland.
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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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Red Sox Spoil Yankees Plans for an Opening Series Sweep
The New York Times – Sports:
Bobby Dalbec’s home run propelled Boston to victory. The Rays, meanwhile, are baseball’s last unbeaten team.
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MLB’s Opening Day Is a Reason to Celebrate
The New York Times – Sports:
After a lockout, it is easy enough to point out baseball’s flaws — many have tried — but opening day is a reminder of everything the game still does right.
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MLB Approves PitchCom to Limit Sign Stealing
The New York Times – Sports:
PitchCom devices will let catchers communicate secretly with pitchers and up to three fielders during games.
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MLB Lockout Created Opportunties for Doping
The New York Times – Sports:
Major League Baseball’s lockout suspended the league’s drug testing program. Doping experts say the opportunity was there for players to take advantage.
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MLB Creates ‘Ohtani Rule’ to Keep Star’s Bat in Games
The New York Times – Sports:
A new rule will allow a pitcher who bats for himself to stay in a game as the designated hitter when he is finished pitching.
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Ron Blomberg Is Ready for the Universal D.H.
The New York Times – Sports:
Ron Blomberg was a curiosity when he took the pitcher’s spot in the batting order in 1973. Now it will be standard practice in both leagues. “They should have done this a long time ago.”