MLB Commissioner: We'll get through season, but winning percentages might determine playoff teams
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
Cubs manager Ross non-committal when asked about struggling closer Craig Kimbrel
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross was non-committal when asked if he would give the ball to closer Craig Kimbrel for the ninth inning if the Cubs had a one-run lead.
Chicago Cubs manager David Ross was non-committal when asked if he would give the ball to closer Craig Kimbrel for the ninth inning if the Cubs had a one-run lead.
Lorenzo Cain opts out of 2020 MLB season
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
Engel, Keuchel lead White Sox to 3-2 victory over Royals
Adam Engel hit a three-run homer in the second inning Friday night, and that was all the offense the Chicago White Sox needed in a 3-2 win over Kansas City that spoiled the Royals’ home opener.
Adam Engel hit a three-run homer in the second inning Friday night, and that was all the offense the Chicago White Sox needed in a 3-2 win over Kansas City that spoiled the Royals’ home opener.
Darvish shines as Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3
Darvish pitched six shutout innings, Jason Heyward hit a key two-run single and the Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Friday night.
Darvish pitched six shutout innings, Jason Heyward hit a key two-run single and the Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Friday night.
MLB commissioner threatens to stop season over COVID-19 cases
It's possible the baseball season that just began could soon be coming to an end.
It's possible the baseball season that just began could soon be coming to an end.
MLB: Commissioner, union leader talk as baseball struggles with coronavirus
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke with union leader Tony Clark on Friday about the importance of players following the league's coronavirus protocols, according to a person familiar with the conversation.
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke with union leader Tony Clark on Friday about the importance of players following the league's coronavirus protocols, according to a person familiar with the conversation.
Brewers home opener postponed due to COVID-19; game rescheduled for Sunday
The Brewers home opener has been postponed due to COVID-19.
The Brewers home opener has been postponed due to COVID-19.
White Sox bring up 2B prospect Nick Madrigal
The Chicago White Sox promoted second baseman Nick Madrigal on Friday, adding one of their top prospects to the roster.
The Chicago White Sox promoted second baseman Nick Madrigal on Friday, adding one of their top prospects to the roster.
Cubs sign former Indians closer Allen to minor league deal
The Chicago Cubs signed former Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen to a minor league deal on Friday.
The Chicago Cubs signed former Cleveland Indians closer Cody Allen to a minor league deal on Friday.
'We love baseball' Wrigley ballhawks stay on during pandemic
While Major League Baseball is beginning this season without fans in its stadiums, the famed ballhawks of Wrigley Field remain at their post amid the coronavirus pandemic.
While Major League Baseball is beginning this season without fans in its stadiums, the famed ballhawks of Wrigley Field remain at their post amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Cubs' Rizzo peeved over MLB's safety protocols before game postponed over weather
Chicago Cubs star Anthony Rizzo took issue with Major League Baseball’s rain-delay protocol in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic as his game Thursday night was postponed due to bad weather.
Chicago Cubs star Anthony Rizzo took issue with Major League Baseball’s rain-delay protocol in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic as his game Thursday night was postponed due to bad weather.
Final game of Cubs at Reds postponed because of rain
The finale of a four-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds was postponed Thursday because of rain.
The finale of a four-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds was postponed Thursday because of rain.
Chicago Cubs turn first triple play since ’97, but one part is questionable
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant helped the team turn its first triple play since May 1997, but one part was questionable at best.
Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant helped the team turn its first triple play since May 1997, but one part was questionable at best.
MLB suspends Dodgers' Joe Kelly for 8 games after throwing pitches at Astros players, mocking them
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly was suspended for eight games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday, a day after throwing a fastball near the head of Houston’s Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly was suspended for eight games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday, a day after throwing a fastball near the head of Houston’s Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.
Moustakas, Senzel homer in return, Reds beat Cubs 12-7
Mike Moustakas and Nick Senzel homered in their returns from a COVID-19 scare, Nick Castellanos added a grand slam, and the Cincinnati Reds ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Cubs 12-7 Wednesday night.
Mike Moustakas and Nick Senzel homered in their returns from a COVID-19 scare, Nick Castellanos added a grand slam, and the Cincinnati Reds ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Chicago Cubs 12-7 Wednesday night.
White Sox score late, top Indians 4-0 after Plesac fans 11
Yasmani Grandal and Eloy Jiménez hit sacrifice flies and the Chicago White Sox, who couldn’t do anything against Zach Plesac for eight innings, scored four runs in the ninth — three charged to ineffective Cleveland closer Brad Hand — to beat the Indians 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Yasmani Grandal and Eloy Jiménez hit sacrifice flies and the Chicago White Sox, who couldn’t do anything against Zach Plesac for eight innings, scored four runs in the ninth — three charged to ineffective Cleveland closer Brad Hand — to beat the Indians 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Báez homers twice, Cubs stay hot with 8-5 win over Reds
Two homers, a deft dive to score another run, and a couple smooth-as-ever defensive plays. Vintage Javier Báez, in time to keep the Cubs’ surge going.
Two homers, a deft dive to score another run, and a couple smooth-as-ever defensive plays. Vintage Javier Báez, in time to keep the Cubs’ surge going.
Santana homers as Indians complete sweep, 5-3 over ChiSox
Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer, Oscar Mercado had a two-run single and the Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 to complete a doubleheader sweep Tuesday night.
Carlos Santana hit a three-run homer, Oscar Mercado had a two-run single and the Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 to complete a doubleheader sweep Tuesday night.
Lindor, Zimmer homer in Indians' 4-3 win over White Sox
Francisco Lindor and Bradley Zimmer each homered and drove in two runs, propelling the Cleveland Indians to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox in the first game of a doubleheader on Tuesday.
Francisco Lindor and Bradley Zimmer each homered and drove in two runs, propelling the Cleveland Indians to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox in the first game of a doubleheader on Tuesday.