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Edmonton Journal
39 minutes ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Former Blue Jays pitcher makes stunning name change request
Article content A former Toronto Blue Jays reliever is pitching a new name for himself – one that may leave some fans giggling. After signing with the New York Mets this week, left-handed pitcher Richard Lovelady is now asking to go by his nickname, Dicky. Article content That's right, coming out of the bullpen in Queens sometime in the near future will be a pitcher named Dicky Lovelady. We have made the following roster moves. — New York Mets (@Mets) June 23, 2025 Article content According to Mets beat reporter Anthony DiComo, Lovelady made the request upon joining the team on Monday. 'For those asking, yes, new Mets reliever Richard Lovelady has requested to go by his nickname Dicky. So it will be Dicky Lovelady from here on out,' DiComo posted on X. For those asking, yes, new Mets reliever Richard Lovelady has requested to go by his nickname Dicky. So it will be Dicky Lovelady from here on out. — Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) June 23, 2025 Article content He also clarified that while the pitcher wants teammates, staffers and fans to refer to him as Dicky, his official name would remain Richard in print and on the scoreboard at Citi Field. Fans on social media went wild for the reliever's new moniker. 'Dicky Lovelady joins Rusty Kuntz as one of the greatest names in MLB history,' Barstool Gambling posted on X. Dicky Lovelady joins Rusty Kuntz as one of the greatest names in MLB history — Barstool Gambling (@stoolgambling) June 23, 2025 Article content 'This is somebody who understands the assignment,' another user wrote. 'If you don't think that a guy named DICKY LOVELADY can't turn around your season, you're an idiot and don't know baseball. This is a VIBES move from Stearns. Dicky Lovelady here to save the season,' he third user wrote. Of course, we're not sure that Lovelady will be the man to 'save' the Mets, who have won just one of their past 10 games. Lovelady pitched just 1.2 innings for the Jays earlier this season, posting an ERA of 21.60 before being released. He then joined the Twins and spent two months with their triple-A affiliate before being released and signing with the Mets. Over his six-year MLB career, the 29-year-old southpaw has a record of 5-13 and an ERA of 5.26 over 110 appearances with five different teams. New York might've missed an excellent opportunity to use Lovelady on Monday night, though – it was Women's Night at Citi Field. Latest National Stories
National Post
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- National Post
Former Blue Jays pitcher makes stunning name change request
A former Toronto Blue Jays reliever is pitching a new name for himself – one that may leave some fans giggling. Article content After signing with the New York Mets this week, left-handed pitcher Richard Lovelady is now asking to go by his nickname, Dicky. Article content Article content That's right, coming out of the bullpen in Queens sometime in the near future will be a pitcher named Dicky Lovelady. Article content We have made the following roster moves. — New York Mets (@Mets) June 23, 2025 Article content Article content According to Mets beat reporter Anthony DiComo, Lovelady made the request upon joining the team on Monday. Article content 'For those asking, yes, new Mets reliever Richard Lovelady has requested to go by his nickname Dicky. So it will be Dicky Lovelady from here on out,' DiComo posted on X. Article content For those asking, yes, new Mets reliever Richard Lovelady has requested to go by his nickname Dicky. So it will be Dicky Lovelady from here on out. — Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) June 23, 2025 Article content Article content He also clarified that while the pitcher wants teammates, staffers and fans to refer to him as Dicky, his official name would remain Richard in print and on the scoreboard at Citi Field. Article content Dicky Lovelady joins Rusty Kuntz as one of the greatest names in MLB history — Barstool Gambling (@stoolgambling) June 23, 2025
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mets fans are already losing it over reliever's new official nickname
The post Mets fans are already losing it over reliever's new official nickname appeared first on ClutchPoints. Amid a flurry of New York Mets roster moves on Monday, one in particular is sure to dominate the conversation on middle school playgrounds nationwide. Advertisement Relief pitcher Richard Lovelady will join the team for the Mets' game against the Atlanta Braves after the two sides agreed to a Major League contract. But he's not going by Richard. He's going by Dicky. Dicky Lovelady. Dicky. Lovelady. Take a deep breath and let that sink in. You good? OK. Don't get too excited just yet — Lovelady will still officially be called Richard, so that's the name you'll hear on broadcasts or over the PA and what you'll read in the newspaper if there are any of those left. But he has requested teammates and fans refer to him as Dicky. Again, Dicky Lovelady. Like any true baseball enthusiast, Mets fans have jumped onto the Dicky name and made it their own. In fact, one fan hopes they could ride Dicky to another playoff run. Advertisement 'Dicky Lovelady will be the Grimace event for the 2025 Mets,' the fan wrote via X. And in the spirit of loving ladies, another fan noted his addition to the roster comes on an apt night at Citi Field. 'Ok today is Women's night at Citi field and the Mets signed/activated Dicky Lovelady for the game,' they wrote. 'That's just pure hilarity.' Again, his name is still Richard. But if you think Keith Hernandez isn't going to go with his more familiar name on a broadcast, well, then you just don't believe in fun. 'So excited for Keith Hernandez to call a Dicky Lovelady appearance,' wrote one wise fan. More than one account also acknowledged that as crazy a name as it is, Dicky Lovelady would have been a perfectly normal name in the Tungsten Arm O'Doyle era. Advertisement 'Dicky Lovelady is the type of name that would've thrown 318 innings with a 2.67 ERA for the 1897 Louisville Colonels,' chimed in the Chaos Ball Podcast. Lovelady made two appearances this season for the Toronto Blue Jays and has a career 5.26 ERA, but that was under his old name. There's no telling what Dicky can get up to now. Related: Mets send Luisangel Acuna to Triple-A after miserable stretch Related: Mets loss to Phillies ends ridiculous 28-game Francisco Lindor streak
Fox News
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Mets' newest pitcher captures attention of baseball fans
The New York Mets' latest roster moves raised eyebrows on Monday ahead of their series against National League East rival Atlanta Braves. The Mets announced they had selected outfielder Travis Jankowski to bring to the Major League roster, optioned pitcher Tyler Zuber and infielder Luisangel Acuña to Triple-A and transferred outfielder Jose Siri to the 60-day injured list. But one move stuck out in particular — the signing of pitcher Dicky Lovelady to a major league contract. Lovelady was activated for the team's game against the Braves, and baseball fans reacted on social media. reported that Lovelady, whose first name is Richard, asked fans, staffers and teammates to call him Dicky. Lovelady, 29, was a 10th round pick out of Kennesaw State by the Kansas City Royals in 2016. He made his debut for the Royals in 2019. He didn't appear in the majors in 2022 but resurfaced with the Oakland Athletics in 2023. Lovelady pitched for the Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays in 2024 and was with the Toronto Blue Jays for two appearances earlier this season. In 110 career games, Lovelady has a 5.26 ERA with 93 strikeouts. The Mets entered Monday night with a 46-32 record and one game behind the Philadelphia Phillies for the NL East lead. The Braves sat 11 games behind the Phillies. New York has dealt with a slew of injuries to its arms this season. Starters Tylor Megill and Kodai Senga both dealt with injuries earlier this month, as did reliever Max Kranick, and landed on the injured list. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
New York Mets' new signing might have the most unforgettable name in sports history
Image Source: mlbnetwork/Instagram New York Mets roster moves are a dime a dozen this time of year; however, the Mets pulled off headlines across baseball on Monday, bringing aboard a player by the name that turns heads and raises eyebrows. Before the game in Atlanta on Tuesday night, the team formally selected the contract of left-handed reliever Dicky Lovelady. While he's spent a handful of seasons bouncing around the MLB, it's now the name on the back of his jersey that is catching some headlines. A logical fit for the 29-year-old pitcher, who used to go by Richard Lovelady, the nickname 'Dicky' has seemingly taken off overnight, complete with all of the hype that is the World Series. Dicky Lovelady Mets signing adds experience to bullpen Dicky Lovelady has flown under the radar, turning himself into a solid journeyman career in professional baseball. The Kansas City Royals originally drafted him, and he debuted in the big leagues in 2018, pitching in parts of five seasons for multiple teams. He had previously been in the Minnesota Twins minor league system and was on the Toronto Blue Jays roster for a short time earlier this season before being claimed off waivers by the Mets. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lexi Gaming Unleash Your Power. Dominate the Game. Lexi Gaming! Lexigaming Read More Undo It didn't last long in Toronto, but was quickly designated for assignment after a couple of rough performances. Although Lovelady has spent his fair share of time in limbo, his left-handed arm and faithful experience have granted him plenty of opportunities. He arrives in the Mets' bullpen with a lifetime 5.26 ERA in 110 big league appearances. Those aren't exactly All-Star numbers, but the Mets, facing injuries and inconsistency in their bullpen, see Lovelady as potentially useful depth. Dicky Lovelady name sparks viral reaction among MLB fans Lovelady may have gone through ups and downs as a pitcher, but his name is turning heads more than it ever has. Despite having called himself 'Richard' for nearly his entire career, the Mets have officially listed him as 'Dicky' on their roster, an obvious wink at a name that has already turned up quite a bit in social media. Also Read: Mike Piazza's brutal honesty exposes harsh reality of being a superstar in New York Mets It has been called one of the most unerasable names in sports history by fans as well as sports commentators. The new name also gives Lovelady a distinct essence in the league, whether this was intentional or not, and maybe a new start. This may just be the start of the Dicky Lovelady legend if he comes through for the Mets. At the very least, Mets fans have a new name to chant from the stands. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
