The New York Times – Sports:
Chants of “Sell the team!” ring out at Oakland Coliseum, but fans know the A’s are likely following the N.B.A.’s Warriors and the N.F.L.’s Raiders out of town.
Category: Major League Baseball
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Padres Dominate Giants in MLB’s Mexico City Series
The New York Times – Sports:
The first regular season games played in North America’s largest city were a rousing success, with players and fans raving about the experience. M.L.B. will be back.
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Rob Manfred Says Athletics Have Work to Do on Las Vegas Deal
The New York Times – Sports:
Rob Manfred expressed enthusiasm for the Athletics’ hopes of finally getting a stadium deal in Las Vegas, but said Oakland was not entirely out of the picture.
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Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Takes Beating the Yankees Personally
The New York Times – Sports:
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has turned into a Yankee killer, just like Ken Griffey Jr. once was. “It’s a personal thing,” Guerrero said without elaborating.
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Max Scherzer and the History of Ball-Doctoring Excuses and Denials
The New York Times – Sports:
If baseball’s history is any indication, Max Scherzer’s suspension over ball-doctoring accusations will not affect his long-term reputation.
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Max Scherzer Suspended 10 Games Over Foreign Substance Rule
The New York Times – Sports:
Max Scherzer accepted the suspension that came after umpires cited problems during inspections of his hand and glove. He will begin serving it immediately.
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Oakland A’s Reach Deal on Las Vegas Stadium
The New York Times – Sports:
After years of tense negotiations, the A’s said Wednesday that they had reached a deal to acquire a stadium site near the Las Vegas Strip.
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Oakland A’s Fans Plan Reverse Boycott of Team in June
The New York Times – Sports:
The Oakland Athletics have been historically inept and have played in front of sparse crowds. A reverse boycott hopes to send a message that the fans are not the problem.
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How Rep. Lauren Underwood Helps Carry Jackie Robinson’s Legacy
The New York Times – Sports:
As M.L.B. celebrates Jackie Robinson Day, scholars from a foundation created in his honor — like Rep. Lauren Underwood — work to fulfill his vision for society.