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Yahoo
7 days ago
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Dodgers get bizarre run off blown call when ball bounces off shin in loss to Mets
The Dodgers got a run off an odd sequence during their loss to the Mets on Saturday. Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The umpires missed that one. Advertisement During the second inning of Saturday's game between the Mets and the Dodgers, a ball appeared to hit Los Angeles catcher Dalton Rushing in the shin before careening into play. After Rushing's ball rolled just past home plate, Mets catcher Luis Torrens grabbed the ball and threw it to first to get the second out of the inning as Tommy Edman scored from third for the Dodgers' second run. Upon looking at the play, however, the ball clearly blasted into Rushing's shin before going into play, which should have resulted in a foul ball. Dalton Rushing's grounder allowed the Dodgers to score a run during their loss May 24. Screengrab via X/@MLBONFOX It appears that even the Mets thought the ball was initially called dead, with both Torrens and pitcher David Peterson pausing as the ball was hit. Advertisement Since that type of play is not under the guidelines of potential eligible plays to review, the Mets could not challenge, which led to the Dodgers jumping out to an early 2-0 lead before the Mets responded with five unanswered runs in their eventual victory. Dalton Rushing swings during the Dodgers' 5-2 loss to the Mets on May 24, 2025. Jason Szenes for the NY Post The Mets also had a run-in with the umpires over a confusing call during the third inning of Friday's game. They ultimately lost a challenge over an obscure rule regarding when a player is allowed to leave for the next base on a sacrifice fly. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS Luis Torrens fields a hit by Dalton Rushing of the Dodgers in the second inning at Citi Field on May 24. Getty Images Mets outfielders Tyrone Taylor and Juan Soto nearly collided when attempting to catch a fly ball in right center hit by Mookie Betts, and the ball grazed both of their gloves before Taylor wound up making the play with his bare hand. Advertisement Dodgers outfielder — and ex-Met — Michael Conforto left early when tagging up from second base, but he was ultimately ruled safe because the ball was first touched before being caught. Commentators on Friday's Apple TV broadcast were left puzzled by the play until former MLB umpire Brian Gorman came on and cleared up the rule. 'The reason behind the touch, as opposed to when he eventually catches the ball, is that an outfielder can actually juggle the ball all the way in and not threat the guy from advancing,' Gorman said. 'As soon as the ball hits the glove, he can take off.'
New York Times
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Ranking MLB top 50 prospects after 2 months: Roman Anthony remains No. 1
With so many graduations, significant injuries and other changes among the top prospects in baseball since I ranked 100 of them back in January, I'm offering an earlier-than-usual update to those rankings with the top 50 prospects currently in the minors. To be eligible for this list, a player must be currently playing in the minor leagues (including the injured list) and retain his eligibility for Rookie of the Year; thus Jordan Lawlar, Dalton Rushing, and Marcelo Mayer, among others, are ineligible because they're in the majors. Advertisement I don't use a model or any precise formula for these rankings, but because we are still in small sample-size territory, what you see here only reflects 2025 performance a little bit. New information, like someone adding a pitch or changing a swing, carries more weight than performance, as does significant injury that might affect a player's short- or long-term outlook. I've talked to pro scouts who've been out seeing players, as well as some execs, and reviewed data and video, in addition to the handful of prospects I've seen between spring training and regular-season games. When in doubt, I have deferred to the pre-2025 evaluation and outlook, because we're only about a third of the way through the season. In going through the exercise, though, I was surprised at how few 'votes' I got for players who hadn't been on the top 100 this winter. I'm sure there will be further breakouts as the year goes along, especially among younger players who might be in the complex leagues (there are none on this list except guys on rehab) or who are otherwise just ramping up, but right now, all 50 of these prospects were at least pretty good prospects coming into the year. The next update will come after the draft, in late July, and will include the just-selected players. (Note: Player tools are rated on the traditional 20-80 scouting scale. Ages are as of July 1, 2025. The shadow of the strike zone refers to pitches just off the edges of the strike zone.) (Photo illustration: Demetrius Robinson / The Athletic; Photos (left to right): Sebastian Walcott, Roman Anthony, Samuel Basallo / Emilee Chinn and Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images)
CBS News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Dodgers' star Shohei Ohtani faces hitters for first time since elbow surgery during batting practice at Citi Field
Shohei Ohtani faced hitters Sunday for the first time since elbow surgery, throwing 22 pitches at Citi Field before the Los Angeles Dodgers played the New York Mets. With dozens of reporters watching from the stands more than 4 1/2 hours ahead of gametime, the two-way superstar pitched to five batters in a simulated setting — including teammates Hyeseong Kim and Dalton Rushing. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and pitching coach Mark Prior watched closely from the field. Prior said Ohtani's fastball ranged from 94-97 mph, and the right-hander also threw off-speed pitches. Working out of the windup, Ohtani fielded a comebacker, struck out two batters and walked his final one in a session that lasted about 10 minutes. Kim lined a ball into the right-field corner that likely would have gone for a double or triple. A three-time MVP, Ohtani isn't expected to make his pitching debut for the Dodgers until after the All-Star break in mid-July. He is recovering from surgery on Sept. 19, 2023, the second major operation on his right elbow since he arrived in the majors from Japan, and hasn't pitched in a big league game since Aug. 23, 2023, for the Los Angeles Angels. He returned as a hitter last year after signing a then-record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Dodgers as a free agent and won his third MVP award by batting .310 with 54 homers, 130 RBIs and 59 stolen bases. Following left shoulder surgery on Nov. 4 to repair a labrum tear sustained during the World Series, Ohtani threw four bullpens at spring training from Feb. 15-25, then paused to prepare for opening day as a hitter. He resumed bullpen sessions on March 29. The designated hitter went into Sunday night's series finale against the Mets batting .302 with 17 homers, 31 RBIs and a 1.040 OPS. He has 11 stolen bases and leads the majors with 53 runs for the defending World Series champions. Ohtani is 38-19 with a 3.01 ERA and 608 strikeouts in 481 2/3 innings during five seasons as a big league pitcher. He had Tommy John surgery on his right elbow Oct. 1, 2018, and returned to a major league mound on July 26, 2020, though he was limited to just two starts during the pandemic-shortened season. Ohtani is one of several high-profile Dodgers pitchers coming back from injuries. Clayton Kershaw made his season debut May 17 after recovering from foot and knee operations, but Blake Snell hasn't pitched since April 2 and Tyler Glasnow since April 27, both due to shoulder inflammation.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Shohei Ohtani faces live batters in throwing session for first time since 2023 elbow surgery
Shohei Ohtani faced live batters in a throwing session on Sunday afternoon for the first time since his 2023 elbow surgery. That checked off another important box in his path to returning to pitching and once again becoming the two-way superstar who earned a $700 million contract in free agency. Prior to the Los Angeles Dodgers' game versus the New York Mets, Ohtani threw to teammates Hyeseong Kim and Dalton Rushing, in addition to game planning and communication coach J.T. Watkins. He threw 22 pitches through five at-bats, getting two strikeouts and one walk. Advertisement Kim made hard contact twice, including a comebacker to Ohtani, which he fielded on a hop, and a line drive to right field. Seeking assurance, Ohtani asked outfielder Teoscar Hernández if he would have caught the ball. Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior told reporters that Ohtani mostly threw fastballs at 94-95 mph, but got up to 96-97. But he also threw a splitter and a couple of sweepers in what Prior felt was an encouraging session. "It's a big step getting on a mound, facing hitters," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Saturday, via the New York Daily News. Roberts added that the next step would be amping up his velocity while also throwing his slider to batters. Ohtani added breaking pitches during a session for the first time this week. Dodgers pitchers currently rank 11th in the NL (and 22rd in MLB) with a 4.14 ERA. Starters Tyler Glasnow, Blake Snell and Roki Sasaki are all on the injured list, along with relievers Blake Treinen, Evan Phillips and Kirby Yates. So Ohtani being able to contribute will be welcomed. The question is when that will be and Ohtani isn't yet at the point where doctors, executives and coaches are ready to project any kind of timeline.
New York Post
25-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Dodgers get bizarre run off blown call when ball bounces off shin in loss to Mets
Access the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. Try it free The umpires missed that one. During the second inning of Saturday's game between the Mets and the Dodgers, a ball appeared to hit Los Angeles catcher Dalton Rushing in the shin before careening into play. After Rushing's ball rolled just past home plate, Mets catcher Luis Torrens grabbed the ball and threw it to first to get the second out of the inning as Tommy Edman scored from third for the Dodgers' second run. Upon looking at the play, however, the ball clearly blasted into Rushing's shin before going into play, which should have resulted in a foul ball. 3 Dalton Rushing's grounder allowed the Dodgers to score a run during their loss May 24. Screengrab via X/@MLBONFOX It appears that even the Mets thought the ball was initially called dead, with both Torrens and pitcher David Peterson pausing as the ball was hit. Since that type of play is not under the guidelines of potential eligible plays to review, the Mets could not challenge, which led to the Dodgers jumping out to an early 2-0 lead before the Mets responded with five unanswered runs in their eventual victory. 3 Dalton Rushing swings during the Dodgers' 5-2 loss to the Mets on May 24, 2025. Jason Szenes for the NY Post The Mets also had a run-in with the umpires over a confusing call during the third inning of Friday's game. They ultimately lost a challenge over an obscure rule regarding when a player is allowed to leave for the next base on a sacrifice fly. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND METS STATS 3 Luis Torrens fields a hit by Dalton Rushing of the Dodgers in the second inning at Citi Field on May 24. Getty Images Mets outfielders Tyrone Taylor and Juan Soto nearly collided when attempting to catch a fly ball in right center hit by Mookie Betts, and the ball grazed both of their gloves before Taylor wound up making the play with his bare hand. Dodgers outfielder — and ex-Met — Michael Conforto left early when tagging up from second base, but he was ultimately ruled safe because the ball was first touched before being caught. Commentators on Friday's Apple TV broadcast were left puzzled by the play until former MLB umpire Brian Gorman came on and cleared up the rule. 'The reason behind the touch, as opposed to when he eventually catches the ball, is that an outfielder can actually juggle the ball all the way in and not threat the guy from advancing,' Gorman said. 'As soon as the ball hits the glove, he can take off.'
