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New York Post
a day ago
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- New York Post
Yankees' catching strength on full display across all of MLB — with ‘special emphasis' standing out
Access the Yankees beat like never before Don't miss Greg Joyce's text messages from The Bronx and beyond — he's giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Yankees. Sign Up Now When the Red Sox arrive in The Bronx on Friday, they will bring a reminder of an unquestioned Yankees strength and a reminder of the decisions that have led to Austin Wells as the Yankees' primary catcher. Carlos Narváez — who signed with the Yankees out of Venezuela in 2015, debuted briefly last year and then was flipped to Boston in December for an interesting, 21-year-old arm in Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz and international signing bonus pool money — will arrive hitting .288 with an .812 OPS, a strong defensive reputation and a legitimate shot at cracking the AL All-Star team as a rookie. Advertisement He has been everything the Red Sox could have wanted — as has been the case for the Marlins and Agustín Ramírez, who has not looked overmatched by major league pitching in his rookie season after being the best prospect the Yankees gave up for Jazz Chisholm Jr. The branches of the Yankees' catching tree have spread wide.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Dodgers 'Can't Wait' on Michael Conforto Rebound to Explore Trade for A's Breakout Star
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Los Angeles Dodgers ended their World Series rematch against the New York Yankees with a loss and are now preparing for a brutal stretch of the season. "And now one of baseball's most injury-plagued teams must strap back in for a four-game series against a first-place New York Mets team that has won seven of eight," as Bill Plaschke put it for the Los Angeles Times. "Followed by three games in hot St. Louis. Followed by three games in angry San Diego. Followed by three games against the reborn San Francisco Giants. Followed by four more games against damn San Diego." As the Dodgers look to overcome a series of persistent injuries, a return to the Fall Classic is far from guaranteed. And there are a few places they might consider upgrading their roster, even after a blockbuster winter of star additions. One of those offseason additions, Michael Conforto, hasn't panned out as hoped. And he could be reaching the end of his leash with the Dodgers. SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 25: Miguel Andujar #22 of the Athletics looks on from the dugout against the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park on April 25, 2025 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Lachlan... SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 25: Miguel Andujar #22 of the Athletics looks on from the dugout against the Chicago White Sox at Sutter Health Park on April 25, 2025 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by) More Cunningham/Getty "The team is giving him a longer runway to find his swing considering the contract and his track record," Jason Fray wrote for Dodgers Nation. "At the same time, what if it never comes? L.A. can't wait on Conforto if his play continues to be this poor." Assessing the landscape for potential trade upgrades to replace Conforto and perhaps third baseman Max Muncy as well, Fray landed on the Athletics' Miguel Andujar, who is enjoying a breakout season in his final year of arbitration eligibility. "His play thus far in 2025 has been spectacular to the point that he could be named an AL All-Star," Fray noted. "In other words, he'd be an upgrade over Conforto (and likely Muncy) in virtually all categories. Andujar's ability to put the ball in play is a skill all teams search for come postseason time." Andujar is slashing .296/.328/.402 with 50 hits and just 23 strikeouts for the A's so far. And, given his contract situation and the team's likely contention window, it seems he could be on the trade block at midseason. If the Dodgers do want to boost the offense amid an epidemic of injuries on the team, they might look across the state for a trade involving Andujar. More MLB: Phillies Front Office Trends Suggest Ex-Yankees All-Star Could Be Bullpen Trade Target
NBC Sports
23-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
George Kirby returns to the mound but struggles in Mariners' loss to Astros
HOUSTON — Seattle's George Kirby didn't get the results he wanted in his season debut against the Houston Astros. The right-hander was still encouraged in his return to the mound after a lengthy absence. 'I felt great to be back out there,' he said. 'My body feels good; just didn't go the way I wanted to tonight. But it's a great step just being back with the boys, being with the team. And yeah, just got to do my job next time.' Kirby allowed six hits and five runs with four strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings of a 9-2 loss after sitting out all season with inflammation in his throwing shoulder. 'The velo was good and he was attacking,' manager Dan Wilson said. 'They were able to get some baserunners, he did break a couple bats in the process, but seeing George out there and him attacking with his stuff is what you love to see and definitely something to build on.' It was tied with two outs in the fourth when Jake Meyers singled off Kirby before Cam Smith walked. Mauricio Dubón's single on a grounder to right field scored Meyers to put Houston on top 3-2. Jeremy Peña then sent two more home with his triple off the wall in left-center to make it 5-2 and chase Kirby. 'My heater felt awesome,' Kirby said. 'I think just kind of execution, certain situations with two strikes, two outs, just got to put guys away.' Kirby started 33 games last season to tie for the major league lead. He was 14-11 with a 3.53 ERA with 179 strikeouts and 23 walks in 191 innings. He was an AL All-Star in 2023, when he made 31 starts and went 13-10 with a 3.35 ERA in 190 2/3 innings. Following his injury diagnosis, Kirby made only one appearance in spring training this year. He followed with three rehab starts at Triple-A Tacoma. He believes he can build on his start. 'I could take some things to learn from today,' he said. 'Obviously didn't go the way I wanted to, but I was trying to take a couple of things from today and, most importantly, I felt good, so kind of just take that for the next start.'
Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
George Kirby returns to the mound but struggles in Mariners' loss to Astros
HOUSTON (AP) — Seattle's George Kirby didn't get the results he wanted in his season debut Thursday night against the Houston Astros. The right-hander was still encouraged in his return to the mound after a lengthy absence. 'I felt great to be back out there,' he said. 'My body feels good; just didn't go the way I wanted to tonight. But it's a great step just being back with the boys, being with the team. And yeah, just got to do my job next time.' Kirby allowed six hits and five runs with four strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings of a 9-2 loss after sitting out all season with inflammation in his throwing shoulder. 'The velo was good and he was attacking,' manager Dan Wilson said. 'They were able to get some baserunners, he did break a couple bats in the process, but seeing George out there and him attacking with his stuff is what you love to see and definitely something to build on.' It was tied with two outs in the fourth when Jake Meyers singled off Kirby before Cam Smith walked. Mauricio Dubón's single on a grounder to right field scored Meyers to put Houston on top 3-2. Jeremy Peña then sent two more home with his triple off the wall in left-center to make it 5-2 and chase Kirby. 'My heater felt awesome,' Kirby said. 'I think just kind of execution, certain situations with two strikes, two outs, just got to put guys away.' Kirby started 33 games last season to tie for the major league lead. He was 14-11 with a 3.53 ERA with 179 strikeouts and 23 walks in 191 innings. He was an AL All-Star in 2023, when he made 31 starts and went 13-10 with a 3.35 ERA in 190 2/3 innings. Following his injury diagnosis, Kirby made only one appearance in spring training this year. He followed with three rehab starts at Triple-A Tacoma. He believes he can build on Thursday's start. 'I could take some things to learn from today,' he said. 'Obviously didn't go the way I wanted to, but I was trying to take a couple of things from today and, most importantly, I felt good, so kind of just take that for the next start.' ___ AP MLB:
Fox Sports
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
George Kirby returns to the mound but struggles in Mariners' loss to Astros
Associated Press HOUSTON (AP) — Seattle's George Kirby didn't get the results he wanted in his season debut Thursday night against the Houston Astros. The right-hander was still encouraged in his return to the mound after a lengthy absence. 'I felt great to be back out there,' he said. 'My body feels good; just didn't go the way I wanted to tonight. But it's a great step just being back with the boys, being with the team. And yeah, just got to do my job next time.' Kirby allowed six hits and five runs with four strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings of a 9-2 loss after sitting out all season with inflammation in his throwing shoulder. 'The velo was good and he was attacking,' manager Dan Wilson said. 'They were able to get some baserunners, he did break a couple bats in the process, but seeing George out there and him attacking with his stuff is what you love to see and definitely something to build on.' It was tied with two outs in the fourth when Jake Meyers singled off Kirby before Cam Smith walked. Mauricio Dubón's single on a grounder to right field scored Meyers to put Houston on top 3-2. Jeremy Pena then sent two more home with his triple off the wall in left-center to make it 5-2 and chase Kirby. 'My heater felt awesome,' Kirby said. 'I think just kind of execution, certain situations with two strikes, two outs, just got to put guys away.' Kirby started 33 games last season to tie for the major league lead. He was 14-11 with a 3.53 ERA with 179 strikeouts and 23 walks in 191 innings. He was an AL All-Star in 2023, when he made 31 starts and went 13-10 with a 3.35 ERA in 190 2/3 innings. Following his injury diagnosis, Kirby made only one appearance in spring training this year. He followed with three rehab starts at Triple-A Tacoma. He believes he can build on Thursday's start. 'I could take some things to learn from today,' he said. 'Obviously didn't go the way I wanted to, but I was trying to take a couple of things from today and, most importantly, I felt good, so kind of just take that for the next start.' ___ AP MLB: recommended
