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Newsweek
6 days ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Yankees Trade Idea Solves 3rd Base Problem With Former Orioles Top-10 Prospect
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 New York Yankees are rolling into June, riding a five-game winning streak — and nine wins in their last 10 — into Dodger Stadium for a three-game interleague set and rematch of last year's World Series against Los Angeles. But even as they enjoy a 6 1/2 game lead over the second place Tampa Bay Rays in the American League East, the Bronx Bombers are not without problems that, without solutions, threaten to blow up their season. Among the biggest: what to do about third base. MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 04: Connor Norby #1 of the Miami Marlins walks to the dugout following the sixth inning against the Oakland Athletics at loanDepot park on May 04, 2025 in Miami, Florida. MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 04: Connor Norby #1 of the Miami Marlins walks to the dugout following the sixth inning against the Oakland Athletics at loanDepot park on May 04, 2025 in Miami, injuries to D.J. LeMahieu and Jazz Chisholm, the Yankees have been without a real third baseman all season. Neither of those players, actually, are natural third basemen, both more comfortable at second — though manager Aaron Boone has Chisholm slated to take over third when his current rehab assignment is complete. Just as Oswaldo Cabrera was settling in at the position, he suffered a horrific ankle injury on a play at the plate in Seattle earlier this month, ending his season. Various ideas to fill the hot corner slot at Yankee Stadium have been floated over the past months, but a new trade proposal by writer Jacob Mountz of Yardbarker could give the Yankees the most economical option yet, and one that could solve the defending AL champs' third base problem for the next six years at least. "Miami Marlins third baseman Connor Norby was the Orioles' No. 7 prospect as recently as last year. In his 2024 rookie campaign, Norby hit .236 with nine home runs in 176 at-bats for the O's and Marlins, displaying some promising power potential," Mountz wrote. More MLB: Yankees Trade Pitch Solves Third Base Problem in Deal for $24 Million Veteran He did not propose a return package for the Marlins third baseman, who was drafted by the Orioles out of East Carolina as a 2021 second-round pick, after he batted .415 with a 1.143 OPS and 15 home runs in 246 at-bats in his final season of college baseball. Norby was struck on the helmet by a pitch from San Diego Padres reliever Jason Adam on Wednesday. But surprisingly — perhaps because the pitch was a changeup — Norby remained in the game. Closer look at the Connor Norby hit by pitch. Got him on the side of the helmet. — Fish On First (@FishOnFirst) May 28, 2025 Norby was not only the Orioles' No. 7 prospect in 2024, when he was positioned as a second-baseman and outfielder, he was rated as a top-100 prospect in 2023 by both Baseball America (No. 93) and Baseball Prospectus (No. 82). In 2023, Norby put up a promotion-worthy season for the Norfolk Tides, the Orioles' Triple-A affiliate, with 21 home runs, a .290 batting average and .842 OPS. But rather than bump him up to the big leagues, the Orioles traded him. They sent Norby, along with another prospect, to the Marlins for lefty pitcher Trevor Rogers. "The Marlins, who once again sit at the bottom of the NL East, will undoubtedly be sellers at the trade deadline," Mountz wrote in his trade proposal. "As things stand, Norby would represent a vast improvement over the Yankees' existing (third base) options." So far this season, Norby has played 35 games for Miami with a .744 OPS and .276 vetting average with three round-trippers. In 263 innings at third base, the 24-year-old has committed three errors with a minus-1 defensive runs saved number. Norby is in his sophomore season on a one-year, $765,000 contract, barely over the MLB minimum. He is not eligible for arbitration until 2028, and remains under team control until 2031. More MLB: Yankees Aaron Boone 'Shuts Down' Slugger's Move to Third Base, Insider Says
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Ramírez homers, drives in 4 including go-ahead runs in Miami's 10-8 win over Padres
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Agustín Ramírez had the first four-hit game of his career including a home run and a go-ahead two-run single as the Miami Marlins beat the San Diego Padres 10-8 on Wednesday. Ramírez went 4 for 5 with four RBIs and two runs scored. Eric Wagaman and Otto Lopez added three hits each with Lopez hitting a three-run homer. Javier Sanoja hit two doubles. Ronny Henriquez (3-1) went two innings for the win and Calvin Faucher pitched the ninth for his third save. Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara lasted four innings and gave up six runs. He had lost his previous seven starts. The 2022 AL Cy Young winner missed all of last season after Tommy John surgery. Reliever Jason Adam (5-1) took the loss after the Padres blew a five-run lead a day after they rallied from a six-run deficit. The Marlins chased starter Kyle Hart, who was recalled Wednesday, in a five-run fifth that came after the Padres scored five runs in the fourth for a 6-1 lead. Gavin Sheets, who drove in three, gave the Padres an 8-7 lead with a two-run homer in the seventh. After Ramírez's two-run single in the eighth put the Marlins ahead, Wagaman followed with a double to score Victor Mesa Jr., but Ramírez was thrown out at home. Key moment Miami's Connor Norby was hit in head with an 87 mph changeup from Adam in the eighth inning that knocked Norby to the ground for a time but he remained in the game. Key stat Ramírez, who made his MLB debut on April 21, is hitting .262 with seven homers and 17 RBIs. Up next Miami is home against San Francisco on Friday with Cal Quantrill (3-4, 6.09 ERA) pitching against the Giants' Kyle Henderson (0-1, 3.86). San Diego is home against Pittsburgh on Friday with Nick Pivetta (5-2, 2.72) versus the Pirates' Mitch Keller (1-6, 3.66). ___ AP MLB:
CBS News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Edward Cabrera strikes out 10 as Marlins blank Angels 3-0
Edward Cabrera struck out a season-high 10 batters over 5 2/3 innings, Jesus Sanchez had an RBI double and the Miami Marlins beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 on Sunday. Cabrera (1-1) picked up his first victory of the season in eight tries as he matched his longest outing of the season while giving up three hits and two walks. Javier Sanoja and Connor Norby also drove in runs for Miami. Kyle Hendricks (2-6) gave up three runs on seven hits over six innings. Travis d'Arnaud had the only extra-base hit for Los Angeles, a second-inning double. Los Angels hitters combined to strike out 15 times with three hits against Cabrera and three relievers. Ronny Henriquez pitched the ninth for his first career save. Sanoja's third-inning sacrifice fly gave the Marlins a 1-0 lead. Otto Lopez singled to lead off the fourth, stole second base and scored on Norby's two-out single to center for a 2-0 advantage. Miami scored in three consecutive innings when Sanoja and Sanchez delivered back-to-back doubles with one out in the fifth. With the Marlins leading 3-0 in the sixth and two batters on, the Angels' Taylor Ward hit a drive that was just foul down the left-field line. Bender struck out Ward on the next pitch to end the inning. Key moment The Marlins won their fifth series of the season but their first on the road while improving to 8-15 in away games. Key stat The Angels open a home series against the New York Yankees on Monday with right-hander Jack Kochanowicz (3-5, 5.03 ERA) on the mound. Up next The Marlins begin a series at San Diego on Monday with left-hander Ryan Weathers (1-0, 1.80 ERA) facing his former club.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Edward Cabrera strikes out 10 as Marlins blank Angels 3-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Edward Cabrera struck out a season-high 10 batters over 5 2/3 innings, Jesus Sanchez had an RBI double and the Miami Marlins beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 on Sunday. Cabrera (1-1) picked up his first victory of the season in eight tries as he matched his longest outing of the season while giving up three hits and two walks. Javier Sanoja and Connor Norby also drove in runs for Miami. Kyle Hendricks (2-6) gave up three runs on seven hits over six innings. Travis d'Arnaud had the only extra-base hit for Los Angeles, a second-inning double. Los Angels hitters combined to strike out 15 times with three hits against Cabrera and three relievers. Ronny Henriquez pitched the ninth for his first career save. Sanoja's third-inning sacrifice fly gave the Marlins a 1-0 lead. Otto Lopez singled to lead off the fourth, stole second base and scored on Norby's two-out single to center for a 2-0 advantage. Miami scored in three consecutive innings when Sanoja and Sanchez delivered back-to-back doubles with one out in the fifth. Key moment With the Marlins leading 3-0 in the sixth and two batters on, the Angels' Taylor Ward hit a drive that was just foul down the left-field line. Bender struck out Ward on the next pitch to end the inning. Key stat The Marlins won their fifth series of the season but their first on the road while improving to 8-15 in away games. Up next The Angels open a home series against the New York Yankees on Monday with right-hander Jack Kochanowicz (3-5, 5.03 ERA) on the mound. The Marlins begin a series at San Diego on Monday with left-hander Ryan Weathers (1-0, 1.80 ERA) facing his former club. ___ AP MLB: Doug Padilla, The Associated Press
Associated Press
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Edward Cabrera strikes out 10 as Marlins blank Angels 3-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Edward Cabrera struck out a season-high 10 batters over 5 2/3 innings, Jesus Sanchez had an RBI double and the Miami Marlins beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 on Sunday. Cabrera (1-1) picked up his first victory of the season in eight tries as he matched his longest outing of the season while giving up three hits and two walks. Javier Sanoja and Connor Norby also drove in runs for Miami. Kyle Hendricks (2-6) gave up three runs on seven hits over six innings. Travis d'Arnaud had the only extra-base hit for Los Angeles, a second-inning double. Los Angels hitters combined to strike out 15 times with three hits against Cabrera and three relievers. Ronny Henriquez pitched the ninth for his first career save. Sanoja's third-inning sacrifice fly gave the Marlins a 1-0 lead. Otto Lopez singled to lead off the fourth, stole second base and scored on Norby's two-out single to center for a 2-0 advantage. Miami scored in three consecutive innings when Sanoja and Sanchez delivered back-to-back doubles with one out in the fifth. Key moment With the Marlins leading 3-0 in the sixth and two batters on, the Angels' Taylor Ward hit a drive that was just foul down the left-field line. Bender struck out Ward on the next pitch to end the inning. Key stat The Marlins won their fifth series of the season but their first on the road while improving to 8-15 in away games. Up next The Angels open a home series against the New York Yankees on Monday with right-hander Jack Kochanowicz (3-5, 5.03 ERA) on the mound. The Marlins begin a series at San Diego on Monday with left-hander Ryan Weathers (1-0, 1.80 ERA) facing his former club. ___ AP MLB:
