A yearlong study by Major League Baseball has concluded rising velocities, pitch shaping and emphasis on maximum effort are the likely causes of the vast increase in pitcher injuries and recommended exploring rules changes to address the problem. The 62-page report says the trends extend to high school and youth baseball because of the incentive to get noticed by professional … [Read more...] about MLB study: Velocity, max efforts likely causing pitching injuries; rule changes should be considered
Yankees agree to acquire Cody Bellinger from Cubs for pitcher Cody Poteet, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press the New York Yankees have agreed to acquire outfielder Cody Bellinger from the Chicago Cubs for right-hander Cody Poteet. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade had not been announced. Chicago will send the Yankees $5 million as part of the trade, the person said. The 29-year-old … [Read more...] about Yankees agree to acquire Cody Bellinger from Cubs for pitcher Cody Poteet, AP source says
Left-hander Max Fried and Yankees finalize $218 million, 8-year contract
Left-hander Max Fried and the New York Yankees have finalized a $218 million, eight-year contract. The deal was agreed to last week at the winter meetings after the Yankees lost outfielder Juan Soto to the rival Mets. Fried’s deal is the largest for a left-handed pitcher in baseball history, $1 million more than David Price’s seven-year contract with the Boston Red Sox ahead of … [Read more...] about Left-hander Max Fried and Yankees finalize $218 million, 8-year contract
At least one Astros legend approves of Kyle Tucker blockbuster trade
Houston's former ace took a different tact than some fans after last week's deal. … [Read more...] about At least one Astros legend approves of Kyle Tucker blockbuster trade
Florida county poised to vote on financing for new $1.3B ballpark for the Rays
After two costly delays, the Pinellas County Commission is set to vote on its share of financing for a new $1.3 billion Tampa Bay Rays ballpark. Rays officials say they’re confident of approval this time. The overall plan was approved by the county commission and city of St. Petersburg officials this summer, but votes on the funding for the deal have been repeatedly postponed. … [Read more...] about Florida county poised to vote on financing for new $1.3B ballpark for the Rays