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Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Chicago White Sox announce the strategic signing of pitcher Tyler Alexander on $760,000 contract
Image Source: Getty The Chicago White Sox have signed Tyler Alexander to a 1 year $760,000 contract. This helps with the recent injuries to the pitching staff. Alexander is a 30-year-old lefty who has 7 years of Major League experience. The White Sox announced this signing on June 8, 2025, and we can't wait to see what he brings to the team this year. White Sox secure Tyler Alexander for one-year deal The team signed Tyler Alexander, a left-handed pitcher with a lot of experience, in an effort to improve their pitching rotation. The team shared the news on June 8, 2025, as they worked to fix their roster after some players got hurt. To add Alexander, the White Sox put pitcher Jared Shuster on the 15-day injured list because of a blister on his hand and moved pitcher Fraser Ellard to the 60-day injured list with a back injury. Alexander's $760,000 deal shows the team believes he can help a lot. In 2025, while playing for the Milwaukee Brewers, he pitched 36.1 innings and struck out 30 batters but had a 6.19 ERA. Alexander is good at pitching either from the start or as a reliever, which is perfect for the White Sox since they focus on building up their pitching staff. Also Read: Justin Ishbia moves closer to owning White Sox after new deal with Jerry Reinsdorf Alexander's experience adds depth to White Sox pitching Since Tyler Alexander has spent a long time playing baseball, he's suitable for the White Sox pitching staff. He worked with the Detroit Tigers from 2019 through 2023 and appeared in 43 games as a starter and in 77 games from the bullpen. His team relied a lot in 2021 on his 3.81 ERA from the 106.1 innings he pitched that year. He spent the 2024 season pitching 107.2 innings for the Tampa Bay Rays, giving up an ERA of 5.10. Alexander redeploys a variety of pitches such as fastballs, cutters, sinkers, sliders and changeups against hitters. Even though his 2025 season with the Brewers was tough and they released him on June 1, his past shows he can do better. The White Sox hope Alexander's experience and different pitching styles will help them win more games and stay strong in the American League Central Division, with other pitchers currently injured.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
José Ramírez, Gabriel Arias, Kolby Allard lead Cleveland to win
CLEVELAND — The Guardians (23-17) host the Milwaukee Brewers (20-21) Monday, May 12, in the first game of a three-game series at Progressive Field. Cleveland entered Monday second in the American League Central Division behind the Detroit Tigers (26-15). The Guardians are tied for the second-best overall record in the AL with the East Division-leading New York Yankees (23-17). Advertisement Milwaukee is third in the National League Central behind the Chicago Cubs (23-18) and the St. Louis Cardinals (22-19). Here's how the game unfolded through our live updates. Cleveland reliever Hunter Gaddis pitches scoreless ninth inning against Brewers; Guardians win 5-0 Guardians reliever Hunter Gaddis pitched a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts. Guardians win 5-0. Gaddis struck out Caleb Durbin and Sal Frelick in the inning. Brewers reliever Elvis Peguero pitches a scoreless eighth inning; Guardians lead 5-0 Brewers reliever Elvis Peguero pitched a scoreless eighth inning. We head to the ninth inning with the Guardians leading 5-0. Guardians reliever Cade Smith pitches scoreless eighth inning against Brewers Guardians reliever Cade Smith pitched a scoreless eighth inning as he worked around a leadoff single by Brice Turang. Smith struck out Rhys Hoskins looking, Jake Bauers swinging and got Andruw Monasterio to ground into a force out as shortstop Gabriel Arias fielded the ball and threw it to second baseman Will Wilson to get Turang. Guardians extend lead to 5-0 through seven innings The Guardians extended their lead to 5-0 through seven innings with a run off Brewers reliever Bryan Hudson in the seventh. Advertisement Angel Martinez led off the winning with a walk, Jhonkensy Noel struck out looking, Steven Kwan singled and stole second base, Will Wilson struck out looking and José Ramírez was walked intentionally to load the bases. Carlos Santana then worked a two-out walk to score Martinez and Kyle Manzardo grounded out to end the inning. Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitches scoreless seventh inning against Brewers Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitched a scoreless seventh inning as he worked around a one-out single by Jackson Chourio. Allard got Sal Frelick to pop out to Gabriel Arias at shortstop to begin the inning. Chourio singled and stole second base, but would not advance any further as Allard struck out Christian Yelich looking and William Contreras looking. Kyle Manzardo singles in José Ramírez to give Guardians a 4-0 lead over Brewers in sixth inning Kyle Manzardo singled in José Ramírez to give the Guardians a 4-0 lead over the Brewers in the sixth inning. Ramírez walked to begin the inning, advanced to second base on a wild pitch and stole third base. Carlos Santana struck out and then Manzardo deliverd an RBI single to center field. Advertisement Manzardo was the last batter Brewers starter Freddy Peralta faced as Bryan Hudson entered to pitch and struck out Bo Naylor and Gabriel Arias. The stolen base propelled Ramírez past Terry Turner and into third place in Cleveland franchise history with 255 career stolen bases. Terry Turner totaled 254 stolen bases. The top two players on the list are Kenny Lofton (452) and Omar Vizquel (279). Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitches scoreless sixth inning against Brewers Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitched a scoreless sixth inning as he worked around a two-out single by Jake Bauers and a walk to Andruw Monasterio. Allard struck out Brice Turang and got Rhys Hoskins to fly out to Nolan Jones in center field to begin the inning. Bauers and Monasterio reached base and Caleb Durkin popped out to Gabriel Arias. Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retires Guardians in order in fifth inning Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retired the Guardians 1-2-3 in the ifth inning with two ground outs and a strikeout of Daniel Schneemann. May 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians second baseman Daniel Schneemann (10) turns a double play beside Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich (22) in the fifth inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitches scoreless fifth inning against Brewers Guardians reliever Kolby Allard pitched a scoreless fifth inning with help from his defense. Advertisement Sal Frelick led off the inning with a single and stole second base, Christian Yelich walked with one out and then was erased when William Contreras hit into a 6-4-3 double play to end the inning. Gabriel Arias, Daniel Schneemann and Carlos Santana provided the defense on the DP. May 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez (11) singles in the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images Gabriel Arias hits three-run double to give Guardians 3-0 lead over Brewers in fourth inning Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias hit a three-run double with two outs to give the Guardians a 3-0 lead over the Brewers in the fourth inning. Daniel Schneemann started the inning with a groundout. José Ramírez hit a one-out single and then stole second and third bases. Carlos Santana walked, Kyle Manzardo struck out swinging and Bo Naylor walked to load the bases. Arias cleared the bases with a shot over the head of Brewers center fielder Jackson Chourio. Advertisement The two stolen bases for Ramírez put him tied for third in Cleveland franchise history with Terry Turner at 254 stolen bases apiece. Guardians starter Ben Lively exits game in fourth inning against Brewers; Jakob Junis works out of bases loaded jam Guardians starter Ben Lively exits the game in the fourth inning with an apparent injury. No word on what the issue is. Jakob Junis enters the game to pitch for the Guardians. Lively pitched three shutout innings with a strikeout and allowed two walks and a hit. Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Ben Lively (39) walks to the dugout after suffering an apparent injury in the fourth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers on May 12, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio. Junis recorded two outs with a fly out and a ground out, and then loaded the bases before getting a ground ball to get out of the inning. Advertisement Rhys Hoskins singled, Jake Bauers doubled and Andruw Monasterio walked to load the bases against Junis. Caleb Durbin hit a ground ball that Guardians shortstop Gabriel Arias fielded and threw over to second baseman Daniel Schneemann to force out Monasterio. Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retires Guardians in order in third inning Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retired the Guardians 1-2-3 in the third inning with a ground out, a fly out and a ground out. Guardians starter Ben Lively works around walk to Jackson Chourio to retire Brewers in third inning Guardians starter Ben Lively worked around a two-out walk to Jackson Chourio to retire the Brewers in the third inning. Caleb Durbin and Sal Frelick each hit a flyout and Christian Yelich popped out. May 12, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Kyle Manzardo (9) singles in the second inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images Brewers starter Freddy Peralta works around Kyle Manzardo single to retire Guardians in second inning Brewers starter Freddy Peralta worked around a one-out single by Kyle Manzardo to retire the Guardians in the second inning. Peralta struck out Gabriel Arias to end the inning. Guardians starter Ben Lively works around walk to Rhys Hoskins to retire Brewers in second inning Guardians starter Ben Lively worked around a one-out walk to Rhys Hoskins to retire the Brewers in the second inning. Lively struck out Jake Bauers in the inning. Brice Turang and Andruw Monasterio each hit a flyout. Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retires Guardians in order in first inning Brewers starter Freddy Peralta retired the Guardians 1-2-3 in the first inning with a lineout, a popout and a ground out. CLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 12: Starting pitcher Ben Lively #39 of the Cleveland Guardians pitches to Christian Yelich #22 of the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning at Progressive Field on May 12, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by) Guardians starter Ben Lively works around double by Christian Yelich to retire Brewers in first inning Guardians starter Ben Lively worked around a two-out double by Christian Yelich to retire the Brewers in the first inning. Advertisement Sal Frelick grounded out to Guardians first baseman Carlos Santana to start the first inning and then Jackson Chourio popped out to Santana. Yelich lined his double to right-center field and then William Contreras lined out to center fielder Nolan Jones. Here are pregame details: What time do the Guardians play today? First pitch is schedule for 6:10 p.m. ET May 12. Guardians starting pitcher Ben Lively pitches to Byron Buxton of the Minnesota Twins in the first inning, May 1, 2025 in Cleveland. Guardians vs. Brewers pitching probables today: Ben Lively vs. Freddy Peralta Ben Lively is scheduled to start on the mound for the Guardians and Freddy Peralta is set to get the ball for the Brewers. Both are right-handed pitchers. Lively has a 2-2 record with a 3.46 ERA. Peralta is 4-2 with a 2.18 ERA. Milwaukee Brewers batting lineup against the Guardians Sal Frelick, RF Jackson Chourio, CF Christian Yelich, DH William Contreras, C Brice Turang, 2B Rhys Hoskins, 1B Jake Bauers, LF Andruw Monasterio, SS Caleb Durbin, 3B Cleveland Guardians batting lineup against the Brewers Steven Kwan, LF Daniel Schneemann, 2B José Ramírez, 3B Carlos Santana, 1B Kyle Manzardo, DH Bo Naylor, C Gabriel Arias, SS Nolan Jones, CF Will Brennan, RF Guardians roster moves: Will Brennan recalled, Brayan Rocchio optioned The Guardians made roster moves May 12 before the start of the Brewers series. They recalled outfield Will Brennan from Triple-A Columbus on Monday, May 12, and optioned shortstop Brayan Rocchio to the Clippers. Advertisement Guardians roster: Will Brennan recalled, starting shortstop Brayan Rocchio optioned Guardians scores from current homestand The Guardians defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 on May 9 to start this six-game homestand. The Phillies were then 7-1 winners on May 10 and 3-0 winners on May 11. Guardians schedule has been a test Cleveland was off May 8, after winning 8-6 at the Washington Nationals on May 7. That finished off a stretch of 22 games in 23 days, with two doubleheaders included. The Guardians compiled a 14-8 record over the stretch that began on April 15 in Baltimore. The Guardians are 20-11 in their past 31 games after starting the season 3-6 with a nine-game road trip. MLB standings: AL Central Division The American League Central Division standings entering Monday, May 12: Advertisement Tigers 26-15 Guardians 23-17 Royals 24-18 Twins 21-20 White Sox 12-29 Guardians schedule | Upcoming games The Guardians continue a three-game series at home with the Brewers at 6:10 Tuesday, May 13, and 1:10 p.m. Wednesday, May 14. Cleveland is off Thursday, May 15, before a 10-game road trip from May 16-25, with the Guardians visiting the Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins for three game apiece, and the Detroit Tigers for four games. Michael Beaven can be reached by email at mbeaven@ This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Guardians game score last night, live updates, highlights vs Brewers
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
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Byron Buxton Officially Back
The Minnesota Twins have been among the hotter teams in baseball the past month. They put together a 13-game winning streak and have vaulted themselves to second in the American League Central Division. Despite the winning, there has still been a lack of production from the lineup. Rocco Baldelli's team has been carried by the pitching staff this season and there's always an opportunity to score more runs. Advertisement After suffering a concussion in a collision with teammate Carlos Correa on May 15, the star centerfield is back in the lineup. Minnesota Twins activate Byron Buxton Byron Buxton was placed on the 7-day concussion injured list on May 16. He wound up missing 11 games for the Minnesota Twins but will rejoin the lineup Friday night in Seattle. Carson McCusker was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul following the Twins game Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. He quickly reported to Omaha and played Thursday night. That move opened a roster spot for Buxton, who has traveled with Minnesota on the current road trip. Advertisement Byron Buxton returns as the team leader in fWAR at 1.9. He returns to a .261/.312/.522 slash line with 10 home runs. Aside from this collision, he has been remarkably healthy this season and is running at speeds we haven't seen in years. Hopefully the concussion or any lingering effects don't impact Buxton's overall health. He has played free in the field and on the basepaths this year while enjoying the clean bill of health. Buxton is a perfect 8-for-8 in stolen base attempts. Related: Three Weaknesses the Minnesota Twins Should Address Before MLB Trade Deadline A Minnesota Twins lineup that has been stretched, especially in the outfield, will welcome back their leader with open arms. Matt Wallner on the way for MN Twins too It's not just Byron Buxton that the Minnesota Twins will be getting back this weekend. Slugging outfielder Matt Wallner is expected to join the team on Saturday. He has been on the shelf since April 15 with a hamstring strain. In six Triple-A rehab games Wallner slashed .320/.370/.960 with five home runs. He launched dingers in three-straight games to end his time in St. Paul. Advertisement Wallner will return to a .263/.373/.474 slash line for Minnesota. Prior to his injury he was among the Twins most dangerous hitters. Baldelli will be looking for his corner outfielder to pick up where he left off. A logical option candidate to create room for Wallner is outfielder DaShawn Keirsey Jr. He has provided defense and speed this season, but is batting just .111/.138/.159 through 65 plate appearances.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cleveland to start Kolby Allard vs Los Angeles in bullpen game
CLEVELAND — The Guardians will throw a bullpen game against the Los Angeles Dodgers to cap the three-game series at Progressive Field. Slade Cecconi was originally scheduled to take the mound, but he had his start day pushed back while dealing with a groin injury. In his place, Kolby Allard will open the game in what will effectively be a bullpen game. Advertisement Follow along here for live score updates, analysis and highlights from Wednesday's game on May 28. Guardians take lead over Dodgers; Jose Ramirez extends hit streak to 21 games Jose Ramirez gave the Guardians an early lead off Clayton Kershaw and extended his hit streak to a career-high 21 games with an RBI single in the first inning to score Angel Martinez from second. Ramirez was thrown out at second trying to stretch it into a double, but the damage was done. Guardians, Dodgers score: Kolby Allard strikes out Shohei Ohtani Kolby Allard had a smooth 1-2-3 first inning, including a strikeout of Shohei Ohtani to open the game. Advertisement Below is some pregame information. Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Luis Garcia drops the ball while covering first base allowing Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez to reach on an error in the ninth inning, May 27, 2025, in Cleveland. Guardians lineup vs Dodgers Steven Kwan, LF Angel Martinez, CF Jose Ramirez, DH Carlos Santana, 1B Gabriel Arias, SS Jhonkensy Noel, RF Will Wilson, 3B Daniel Schneemann, 2B Austin Hedges, C MLB standings: AL Central Division The American League Central Division standings entering Wednesday, May 28: Tigers 36-20 Twins 30-24 Guardians 29-25 Royals 29-27 White Sox 17-38 Guardians schedule | Upcoming games The Guardians began a six-game homestand Monday night against the Dodgers. After a three-game set against L.A., Cleveland will welcome the Angels for a three-game weekend series. The Guardians then go on the road to play the Yankees in New York. How can I watch, stream or listen to the Guardians vs Dodgers game? Monday's game can be viewed locally on AT&T U-verse (channel 1736), COX (channel 80), DIRECTV Satellite and Streaming (channel 662), FuboTV and Spectrum (channel 1306). It can also be streamed via MLB's direct-to-consumer streaming subscription ( for $99.99 a season or $19.99 a month. And it'll be available on the radio via WTAM 1100, WMMS 100.7 and WARF 1350. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cleveland Guardians score today vs Los Angeles Dodgers updates, highlights
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Cleveland to start Kolby Allard vs Los Angeles in bullpen game
CLEVELAND — The Guardians will throw a bullpen game against the Los Angeles Dodgers to cap the three-game series at Progressive Field. Slade Cecconi was originally scheduled to take the mound, but he had his start day pushed back while dealing with a groin injury. In his place, Kolby Allard will open the game in what will effectively be a bullpen game. Advertisement Follow along here for live score updates, analysis and highlights from Wednesday's game on May 28. Below is some pregame information. Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Luis Garcia drops the ball while covering first base allowing Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez to reach on an error in the ninth inning, May 27, 2025, in Cleveland. Guardians lineup vs Dodgers Steven Kwan, LF Angel Martinez, CF Jose Ramirez, DH Carlos Santana, 1B Gabriel Arias, SS Jhonkensy Noel, RF Will Wilson, 3B Daniel Schneemann, 2B Austin Hedges, C MLB standings: AL Central Division The American League Central Division standings entering Wednesday, May 28: Tigers 36-20 Twins 30-24 Guardians 29-25 Royals 29-27 White Sox 17-38 Guardians schedule | Upcoming games The Guardians began a six-game homestand Monday night against the Dodgers. After a three-game set against L.A., Cleveland will welcome the Angels for a three-game weekend series. The Guardians then go on the road to play the Yankees in New York. How can I watch, stream or listen to the Guardians vs Dodgers game? Monday's game can be viewed locally on AT&T U-verse (channel 1736), COX (channel 80), DIRECTV Satellite and Streaming (channel 662), FuboTV and Spectrum (channel 1306). It can also be streamed via MLB's direct-to-consumer streaming subscription ( for $99.99 a season or $19.99 a month. And it'll be available on the radio via WTAM 1100, WMMS 100.7 and WARF 1350. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cleveland Guardians score today vs Los Angeles Dodgers updates, highlights
