The New York Times – Sports:
In an agreement between the league and the players’ union, Wander Franco will be out “until further notice” as an investigation continues.
Category: Major League Baseball
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Astros’ Framber Valdez Throws No-Hitter Against Guardians
The New York Times – Sports:
Framber Valdez allowed one walk, and had that runner erased on a double-play in a dominant effort against the Guardians.
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ESPN Is Said to Talk With Leagues About Taking Stake in Network
The New York Times – Sports:
The Disney-controlled channel is trying to find a way forward in the streaming age and has had discussions with the N.F.L., the N.B.A. and Major League Baseball.
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Hall of Fame: Fred McGriff and Scott Rolen Are Connected in Their Contrast
The New York Times – Sports:
Fred McGriff and Scott Rolen took vastly different paths to Cooperstown, and their elections represented a notable shift in how players are valued.
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Elias Diaz Is the Hero as NL Ends All-Star Game Losing Streak
The New York Times – Sports:
The stage was set for Julio Rodríguez of the Mariners to deliver a win in Seattle. Instead, the National League got its first win since 2012 thanks to Elias Díaz.
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MLB All-Star Game: Stars Trade Tips Ahead of Game
The New York Times – Sports:
The days of being overly competitive are over, as stars from across Major League Baseball gather for a fun weekend and share the tips and tricks that make them great.
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Glow of Baseball’s All-Star Game Can’t Obscure Athletics’ Departure
The New York Times – Sports:
Major League Baseball’s midsummer celebration comes on the heels of an announced agreement to build a stadium for the Athletics that would relocate the franchise to Las Vegas from Oakland.
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Justin Verlander Reacts to Detroit Tigers Combined No-Hitter
The New York Times – Sports:
Three Tigers pitchers teamed up for M.L.B.’s 20th combined no-hitter. Justin Verlander, a former Tiger, was happy for them, but uneasy about the state of starting pitching.
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MLB Draft 2023: Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews Could Be Taken 1-2
The New York Times – Sports:
In a draft loaded with talent, Paul Skenes and Dylan Crews could be the first teammates to be taken with the top-two picks.