Thu Aug 13 2020 | 00:33 | LEADING OFF: Pirates-Reds renew bitter rivalry, Acuńa ailing |
A look at what's happening around the majors on Thursday:KEEP COOLThe Reds and Pirates renew what erupted into one of baseballâs most bitter rivalries last season, with one major change at the top. Long-simmering tensions between the Ohio River rivals over batters getting plunked escalated into a benches-clearing brawl at Great American Ball Park last summer and resulted in Pirates manager Clint Hurdle, Reds manager David Bell and six players suspended. Hurdle was fired after the season and replaced by Derek Shelton. The teams are now set to meet again in Cincinnati.AILING ATLANTANBraves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will miss the weekend series in Miami because of a sore left wrist.The 2018 NL Rookie of the Year was a late scratch prior to Tuesdayâs series opener at Yankee Stadium and was evaluated further Wednesday, revealing inflammation in his wrist.JUDGING BY THE LOOKThe Yankees will see how star Aaron Judge is progressing, a day after he was out of the lineup because of tightness in... [ More] |
Wed Aug 12 2020 | 21:33 | Joe Kelly's suspension reduced to 5 games on appeal |
LOS ANGELES (AP) â Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly had his suspension for throwing pitches near the heads of Houston hitters reduced to five games on appeal.Kelly was originally penalized eight games by Major League Baseball on July 29, a day after throwing a 96 mph fastball near the head of Houstonâs Alex Bregman and two curveballs that brushed back Carlos Correa. The players association said Wednesday night it was dismayed by the length of the ban.âWhile we understand the concerns raised by the league with respect to a bench-clearing incident during this challenging season, weâre disappointed by the decision,â the union said. âIt was an unfair result for Joe Kelly given the cases presented.â The Dodgers on Wednesday confirmed the reduced penalty that was first reported by Barstool Sports.Kelly went on the 10-day injured list retroactive to last Sunday with right shoulder inflammation. He will serve his suspension when he returns.After striking out Corea, Kelly curled his lip into... [ More] |
Wed Aug 12 2020 | 20:33 | LEADING OFF: Pirates-Reds renew bitter rivalry, Judge ailing |
A look at what's happening around the majors on Thursday:KEEP COOLThe Reds and Pirates renew what erupted into one of baseballâs most bitter rivalries last season, with one major change at the top. Long-simmering tensions between the Ohio River rivals over batters getting plunked escalated into a benches-clearing brawl at Great American Ball Park last summer 31 and resulted in Pirates manager Clint Hurdle, Reds manager David Bell and six players suspended. Hurdle was fired after the season and replaced by Derek Shelton. The teams are now set to meet again in Cincinnati.JUDGING BY THE LOOKThe Yankees will see how star Aaron Judge is progressing, a day after he was out of the lineup because of tightness in his lower body. Itâs uncertain whether the oft-injured slugger will be back Friday night for the start of a weekend series against Boston.âHopefully this is something weâre out ahead of and will only be a couple of days,â manager Aaron Boone said.Judge was leading the majors with nine home... [ More] |
Wed Aug 12 2020 | 20:13 | Joe Kelly's suspension reduced to 5 games on appeal |
LOS ANGELES (AP) â Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly had his suspension for throwing pitches near the heads of Houston hitters reduced to five games on appeal.Kelly was originally penalized eight games by Major League Baseball on July 29, a day after throwing a 96 mph fastball near the head of Houstonâs Alex Bregman and two curveballs that brushed back Carlos Correa. The Dodgers on Wednesday confirmed the reduced penalty that was first reported by Barstool Sports. Kelly went on the 10-day injured list retroactive to last Sunday with right shoulder inflammation. He will serve his suspension when he returns.After striking out Corea, Kelly curled his lip into a pouting expression and exchanged words with the shortstop.Benches cleared after Kellyâs actions during the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 win at Houston in the teams' first meeting since it was revealed the Astros stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series title over the Dodgers.Dodgers manager Dave Roberts served his one-game... [ More] |
Mon Aug 10 2020 | 16:43 | Dodgers' Joe Kelly goes on IL with right shoulder issue |
LOS ANGELES (AP) â Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly has been placed on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.The team said the move is retroactive to Sunday, and left-hander Adam Kolarek was recalled from the alternate training site at the University of Southern California.Kelly hasnât allowed a run over 6 1/3 innings in seven games this season. He has given up five hits to go with five walks and five strikeouts. Less than two weeks ago, Kelly was suspended by MLB for eight games for throwing two pitches near the heads of Houston hitters, a penalty he is appealing. The 32-year-old right-hander is on the IL for the fifth time in his career.Kolarek returns to the team after being optioned last Thursday. The 31-year-old left-hander is 2-0 with a 0.00 ERA in four appearances with the Dodgers this season.___More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sport |
Mon Aug 10 2020 | 02:32 | LEADING OFF: A's try for 10th win in row, wait for MLB word |
A look at what's happening in the majors today:PENALTIES POSSIBLEThe Athletics try for their 10th straight win when they start a series on the road against the Angeles. In the meantime, outfielder Ramon Laureano and the Aâs -- along with the Houston Astros -- will see if Major League Baseball will issue any discipline for their dust-up.Laureano charged toward Houston bench coach Ălex CintrĂłn after being hit by a pitch Sunday at the Coliseum. Astros catcher Dustin Garneau left the dugout to tackle Laureano as the benches emptied.Players who were sitting in the seats, observing COVID-19 social-distancing protocols, also rushed onto the field. The skirmish came months after Houstonâs sign-stealing scandal was brought to light by Oakland pitcher Mike Fiers.Less than two weeks ago, Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly was suspended by MLB for eight game after throwing two pitches near the heads of Houston hitter. Kelly is appealing the penalty.NEW NESTVladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays might take... [ More] |
Sun Aug 9 2020 | 21:42 | LEADING OFF: A's try for 10th win in row, wait for MLB word |
A look at what's happening in the majors on Monday:PENALTIES POSSIBLEThe Athletics try for their 10th straight win when they start a series on the road against the Angeles. In the meantime, outfielder Ramon Laureano and the Aâs -- along with the Houston Astros -- will see if Major League Baseball will issue any discipline for their dust-up.Laureano charged toward Houston bench coach Ălex CintrĂłn after being hit by a pitch Sunday at the Coliseum. Astros catcher Dustin Garneau left the dugout to tackle Laureano as the benches emptied.Players who were sitting in the seats, observing COVID-19 social-distancing protocols, also rushed onto the field. The skirmish came months after Houstonâs sign-stealing scandal was brought to light by Oakland pitcher Mike Fiers.Less than two weeks ago, Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly was suspended by MLB for eight game after throwing two pitches near the heads of Houston hitter. Kelly is appealing the penalty.NEW NESTVladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays might... [ More] |
Sat Aug 1 2020 | 01:47 | L.A. Dodgers-Arizona Runs |
Dodgers fourth. Mookie Betts homers to left field. Cody Bellinger grounds out to second base, Ketel Marte to Jake Lamb. Justin Turner called out on strikes. Corey Seager singles to deep center field. Chris Taylor singles to shallow infield. Corey Seager to second. Joc Pederson strikes out swinging.1 run, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Dodgers 1, Diamondbacks 0.Dodgers fifth. Edwin Rios doubles to deep center field. Austin Barnes out on a sacrifice bunt to shallow infield, Zac Gallen to Jake Lamb. Edwin Rios to third. Max Muncy hit by pitch. Mookie Betts singles to shallow infield. Max Muncy to second. Edwin Rios scores. Cody Bellinger reaches on a fielder's choice to second base. Mookie Betts out at second. Max Muncy to third. Justin Turner grounds out to shallow infield, Eduardo Escobar to Jake Lamb.1 run, 2 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Dodgers 2, Diamondbacks 0.Diamondbacks sixth. Ketel Marte singles to shallow right field. Kole Calhoun doubles. Ketel Marte scores. Starling Marte walks. Eduardo... [ More] |
Thu Jul 30 2020 | 02:46 | LEADING OFF: Dodgers' Roberts back for Arizona's home opener |
A look at what's happening around the majors today:ROBERTS RETURNSLos Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts will be back from a one-game suspension when the defending NL West champions visit Arizona for the Diamondbacksâ home opener.Major League Baseball suspended Roberts one game and Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly eight games on Wednesday, the day after benches cleared in the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 victory at Houston.During that sixth inning, Kelly threw a 3-0 fastball behind Alex Bregmanâs head and tossed a breaking ball over Carlos Correaâs head. After striking out the Astros star, Kelly made a mocking face toward him and the players exchanged words.Kelly is appealing his penalty and can play until the process is complete. Astros manager Dusty Baker drew an undisclosed fine.This marked the first time the Dodgers and Astros had faced each other since MLB penalized the Astros for stealing signs during the 2017 season, which ended with Houston beating the Dodgers in a seven-game World... [ More] |
Thu Jul 30 2020 | 02:26 | Nationals beat Blue Jays 4-0 in 10 in road game at home |
WASHINGTON (AP) â Adam Eatonâs bases-loaded chopper broke a scoreless tie in the 10th inning on a close play and AsdrĂșbal Cabrera followed with a three-run triple, helping the Nationals snap a three-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 4-0 Wednesday night.In a quirky game befitting this pandemic-altered, upside-down season, Torontoâs team played its âhome openerâ at Washington â batting in the bottom half of each inning, wearing its white uniforms, playing its playersâ walk-up music and even blaring the song âOK Blue Jays,â the clubâs traditional seventh-inning stretch staple.Torontoâs Nate Pearson, in his big league debut, and Washingtonâs Max Scherzer, in his 358th start in the majors, put up plenty of zeros. So did the relievers that followed. In the top of the 10th, though, Washington moved ahead on an odd-looking play. After starting with the automatic runner on second base Washington loaded the bags with two walks from Torontoâs sixth pitcher, Shun Yamaguchi (0-2).After... [ More] |
Thu Jul 30 2020 | 01:06 | Dodgers' Kelly suspended 8 games for buzzing, mocking Astros |
HOUSTON (AP) â 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 Houstonâs Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.Benches cleared after Kellyâs actions during the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 win at Minute Maid Park. The game marked the first time the teams had met since it was revealed Houston stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series title that came at the Dodgersâ expense.Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was suspended one game and Astros manager Dusty Baker was fined an undisclosed amount.Baker said he was fined because his players came onto the field, breaking COVID-19 health and safety protocols. âItâs no big deal," he said of the fine. âIâll just pay a fine. No problem." Kelly elected to appeal and can continue to play until the process is complete. Roberts served his penalty Wednesday night when the Dodgers beat Houston 4-2 in 13 innings.Kelly, a hard... [ More] |
Thu Jul 30 2020 | 00:56 | Nationals beat Blue Jays 4-0 in 10 in road game at home |
WASHINGTON (AP) â Adam Eatonâs bases-loaded chopper broke a scoreless tie in the 10th inning on a close play and AsdrĂșbal Cabrera followed with a three-run triple, helping the Nationals snap a three-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 4-0 Wednesday night.In a quirky game befitting this pandemic-altered, upside-down season, Torontoâs team played its âhome openerâ at Washington â batting in the bottom half of each inning, wearing its white uniforms, playing its playersâ walk-up music and even blaring the song âOK Blue Jays,â the clubâs traditional seventh-inning stretch staple.Torontoâs Nate Pearson, in his big league debut, and Washingtonâs Max Scherzer, in his 358th start in the majors, put up plenty of zeros. So did the relievers that followed. In the top of the 10th, though, Washington moved ahead on an odd-looking play. After starting with the automatic runner on second base Washington loaded the bags with two walks from Torontoâs sixth pitcher, Shun Yamaguchi (0-2).After... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 22:16 | LEADING OFF: Dodgers' Roberts back for Arizona's home opener |
A look at what's happening around the majors on Thursday:ROBERTS RETURNSLos Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts will be back from a one-game suspension when the defending NL West champions visit Arizona for the Diamondbacksâ home opener.Major League Baseball suspended Roberts one game and Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly eight games on Wednesday, the day after benches cleared in the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 victory at Houston.During that sixth inning, Kelly threw a 3-0 fastball behind Alex Bregmanâs head and tossed a breaking ball over Carlos Correaâs head. After striking out the Astros star, Kelly made a mocking face toward him and the players exchanged words.Kelly is appealing his penalty and can play until the process is complete. Astros manager Dusty Baker drew an undisclosed fine.This marked the first time the Dodgers and Astros had faced each other since MLB penalized the Astros for stealing signs during the 2017 season, which ended with Houston beating the Dodgers in a seven-game... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 19:16 | Column: Kelly makes sure cheating Astros get some payback |
The fake crowds and phony noise were tolerable, at least for a few games. Empty ballparks, too, because it was worth it to have baseball back in some form to provide a few hours of escape from a pandemic that seems increasingly hard to escape from.Still, it's been hard to completely enjoy this, a baseball season like no other. Reality keeps intruding, especially as the coronavirus ravages the Marlins and forces Major League Baseball to scramble even more what was a makeshift shortened season to begin with.Then Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly took the mound in Houston and gave everyone who cares about the integrity of the game a reason to cheer once again.A few errant pitches. A few choice words. Then an old-fashioned bench clearing where no punches were thrown but lots of droplets were probably sprayed.And just when we needed it most, a reminder that even during a pandemic cheaters need to pay.Of course, this is baseball and the one paying the worst price apparently will be Kelly... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 18:56 | Dodgers' Kelly suspended 8 games for buzzing, mocking Astros |
HOUSTON (AP) â 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 Houstonâs Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.Benches cleared after Kellyâs actions during the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 win at Minute Maid Park. The game marked the first time the teams had met since it was revealed Houston stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series title that came at the Dodgersâ expense.Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was suspended one game and Astros manager Dusty Baker was fined an undisclosed amount.Kelly elected to appeal and can continue to play until the process is complete. Roberts was serving his penalty Wednesday night when the Dodgers played at Houston.Kelly, a hard thrower with a touch of wildness, has previously been suspended in his career for throwing at a batter. An eight-game penalty in this virus-shortened 60-game season is equivalent of 22 games in 162-game... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 18:36 | Column: Kelly makes sure cheating Astros get some payback |
The fake crowds and phony noise were tolerable, at least for a few games. Empty ballparks, too, because it was worth it to have baseball back in some form to provide a few hours of escape from a pandemic that seems increasingly hard to escape from.Still, it's been hard to completely enjoy this, a baseball season like no other. Reality keeps intruding, especially as the coronavirus ravages the Marlins and forces Major League Baseball to scramble even more what was a makeshift shortened season to begin with.Then Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly took the mound in Houston and gave everyone who cares about the integrity of the game a reason to cheer once again.A few errant pitches. A few choice words. Then an old-fashioned bench clearing where no punches were thrown but lots of droplets were probably sprayed.And just when we needed it most, a reminder that even during a pandemic cheaters need to pay.Of course, this is baseball and the one paying the worst price apparently will be Kelly... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 18:06 | Dodgers' Kelly suspended 8 games for buzzing, mocking Astros |
HOUSTON (AP) â 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 Houstonâs Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.Benches cleared after Kellyâs actions during the sixth inning of Los Angelesâ 5-2 win at Minute Maid Park. The game marked the first time the teams had met since it was revealed Houston stole signs en route to a 2017 World Series title that came at the Dodgersâ expense.Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was suspended one game and Astros manager Dusty Baker was fined an undisclosed amount.Kelly elected to appeal and can continue to play until the process is complete. Roberts was serving his penalty Wednesday night when the Dodgers played at Houston.Kelly, a hard thrower with a touch of wildness, has previously been suspended in his career for throwing at a batter.The lingering animosity the Dodgers felt toward the Astros â who were penalized by MLB in the... [ More] |
Wed Jul 29 2020 | 02:36 | Benches clear in testy rematch as Dodgers beat Astros 5-2 |
HOUSTON (AP) â Benches cleared Tuesday night during the Dodgersâ 5-2 victory over the Astros in the first game between the teams since it was revealed that Houston illegally stole signs en route to a 2017 championship that came at Los Angelesâ expense in the World Series.The fracas occurred after Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly threw high-and-tight pitches to Astros stars Alex Bregman and Carlos Correa in the sixth inning. Kelly threw an errant breaking ball over Correaâs head. Correa, who homered and finished with three hits, took off his batting helmet and stared Kelly down before continuing the at-bat. Kelly struck out Correa, then stuck out his tongue and made a face in his direction. Correa started walking toward him and the players exchanged words, prompting the benches to clear in the first such incident of this pandemic-delayed season. There was plenty of yelling and crowding â outlawed as MLB tries to play a 60-game season amid the pandemic â but no pushing or punches thrown.Order was... [ More] |
Fri Dec 6 2019 | 14:29 | AP sources: NLCS, Series star Kendrick, Nats agree for 2020 |
WASHINGTON (AP) â Postseason star Howie Kendrick and the World Series champion Washington Nationals agreed to a $6.25 million, one-year contract, according to two people with knowledge of the negotiations.Speaking on condition of anonymity Friday because the deal was still pending a successful physical exam, the people confirmed to The Associated Press that an agreement was in place for Kendrick to return to Washington for what will be his 15th season in the majors. One of the people said the contract includes a mutual option for 2021.The 36-year-old Kendrick, who was a free agent, provides Washington with a middle-of-the-order bat and some flexibility in the field. He primarily plays at first base now, but started games at every infield position except shortstop in 2019.The righty batter hit .344 with 17 homers and 62 RBIs in 121 regular-season games before all of his postseason contributions provided some real pop in the postseason. He hit a tiebreaking grand slam off Joe Kelly in the... [ More] |
Fri Dec 6 2019 | 13:39 | AP sources: NCLS, Series star Kendrick, Nats agree for 2020 |
WASHINGTON (AP) â Postseason star Howie Kendrick and the World Series champion Washington Nationals agreed to a $6.25 million, one-year contract, according to two people with knowledge of the negotiations.Speaking on condition of anonymity Friday because the deal was still pending a successful physical exam, the people confirmed to The Associated Press that an agreement was in place for Kendrick to return to Washington for what will be his 15th season in the majors. One of the people said the contract includes a mutual option for 2021.The 36-year-old Kendrick, who was a free agent, provides Washington with a middle-of-the-order bat and some flexibility in the field. He primarily plays at first base now, but started games at every infield position except shortstop in 2019.The righty batter hit .344 with 17 homers and 62 RBIs in 121 regular-season games before all of his postseason contributions provided some real pop in the postseason. He hit a tiebreaking grand slam off Joe Kelly in the... [ More] |