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Yahoo
2 days ago
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José Ramírez extends hit streak to 21 games
Phillies' José Alvarado suspended after testing positive for performance-enhancing substance Philadelphia Phillies pitcher José Alvarado is suspended for 80 games without pay after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance, violating Major League Baseball's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program, according to the Office of the Commissioner of Baseball. He is also ineligible for the postseason this year because of the suspension. 3:30 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
Associated Press
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
This Date in Baseball - Joe DiMaggio began his 56-game hitting streak
May 15 1918 — Washington's Walter Johnson pitched a 1-0, 18-inning victory over Lefty Williams of the Chicago White Sox, who also went the distance. 1919 — After 12 scoreless innings, Cincinnati scored 10 runs off Al Mamaux in the 13th to beat the Brooklyn Dodgers 10-0. 1933 — The major leagues advance the cut-down date a month, limiting rosters to 23 players today instead of June 15th. 1935 — Lou Gehrig steals home in a 4-0 Yankee win over the Tigers. It is his 15th and last steal of home, all of which were double steals. 1941 — Joe DiMaggio began his 56-game hitting streak against Chicago's Eddie Smith, going 1-for-4 with one RBI. 1944 — Clyde Shoun of the Reds tossed a no-hitter against the Boston Braves for a 1-0 victory in Cincinnati. Chuck Aleno's only home run of the year was the difference. 1951 — At Fenway Park, the Red Sox celebrate the 50th anniversary of their first American League game in Boston. 1952 — Detroit's Virgil Trucks pitched the first of his two no-hitters for the season, beating the Washington Senators 1-0. Vic Wertz's two-out homer in the ninth off Bob Porterfield won the game. 1960 — Don Cardwell became the first pitcher to throw a no-hitter in his first start after being traded. The Chicago Cubs beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-0 at Wrigley Field. 1973 — Nolan Ryan of the California Angels pitched the first of a record seven no-hitters, beating the Kansas City Royals 3-0. Ryan tossed his second gem two months later. 1978 — His 7th-inning, two-run homer moves Willie Stargell past the late Roberto Clemente into sole possession of second place on Pittsburgh's all-time RBI list, his total of 1,307 now trailing only Honus Wagner's 1,475. 1981 — Len Barker of Cleveland pitched the first perfect game in 13 years as the Indians beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-0 at Municipal Stadium. 1993 — The Montreal Expos retired their first number, No. 10 for Rusty Staub. 1996 — Chicago outfielder Tony Phillips went into the stands to confront a heckling fan during the White Sox's 20-8 victory at Milwaukee. Phillips, who already had changed into street clothes after being taken out of the game in the sixth inning, went after a 23-year-old fan in the left-field bleachers. 2005 — Morgan Ensberg hit three home runs and finished 4-for-4 with five RBIs in Houston's 9-0 victory over San Francisco. 2005 — New York's Tino Martinez hit two homers and drove in three runs in the Yankees' 6-4 win over Oakland. The two homers gave Martinez eight homers in his last eight games. 2018 — Two days after being sidelined by a broken bone in his hand, 2B Robinson Cano of the Mariners is suspended for 80 days for testing positive for a banned substance in violation of Major League Baseball's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. 2019 — Pitcher Edwin Jackson makes history by playing for his 14th team when he starts today's game for the Blue Jays against the Giants. _____
New York Post
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Best of the Babylon Bee: Trump's popularity skyrockets after deporting all cyclists
Every week, The Post will bring you our picks of the best one-liners and stories from satirical site the Babylon Bee to take the edge off Hump Day. Want more of a chuckle? Be sure to click the links. Advertisement President Trump's administration confirmed that thousands have already been detained by law enforcement, and millions more are expected to follow. READ MORE Advertisement MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said that he is taking this situation very seriously and are seeking independent testing through the Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. READ MORE The Vermont senator unveiled his new mode of transportation after receiving criticism for using private jets to get around. READ MORE Advertisement President Trump was eager to accept the gift from Emperor Palpatine, mentioning the improved relationship between the U.S. and the Galactic Empire. READ MORE
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ex-Red Sox outfielder inching closer to Braves debut (report)
Alex Verdugo spent most of spring training without a team before he signed a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves a week before Opening Day. The former Boston Red Sox outfielder has been with Atlanta's Triple-A affiliate since the start of the season, but could soon find himself back in the big leagues. Advertisement According to The Athletic's David O'Brien, 'all signs point' to Verdugo joining the Braves during their series with the Blue Jays in Toronto or when they return to Atlanta on Friday. Verdugo, who spent last season with the New York Yankees, didn't receive a single MLB offer until the Braves elected to sign him. The 28-year-old had a down season in the Bronx with a .233 batting average and a .647 OPS. But the Braves need outfield help after Jurickson Profar was suspended 80 games for violating MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program after he tested positive for chorionic gonadotropin. Ronald Acuña Jr. is also sidelined due to a torn ACL he suffered in June. In seven games with the Gwinnett Stripers, Verdugo has slashed .182/.250/.500 with two home runs and four RBI. More Red Sox coverage
Forbes
31-03-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Atlanta Braves' Jurickson Profar Suspended By Major League Baseball
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: Jurickson Profar #7 of the Atlanta Braves looks on during the ... More first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on March 30, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by) Major League Baseball has suspended Atlanta Braves outfielder, Jurickson Profar, for 80 games. The switch-hitting Profar, 32, has been suspended by MLB after testing positive for Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG), which is a performance enhancing substance. Major League Baseball has strict policies regarding the use of performance enhancing substances. Illegal substance testing of players is ongoing and continuous in the sport. This old scout was shocked, as the following email was sent by MLB Monday afternoon, March 31. 'The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced today that Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has received an 80-game suspension without pay after testing positive for Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG), a performance enhancing substance in violation of Major League Baseball's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. The suspension of Profar is effective immediately.' One would be naive to believe performance enhancing substances have been completely removed from professional sports. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: A detailed view of the batting gloves of Jurickson Profar #7 of ... More the Atlanta Braves before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on March 30, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by) Quite simply, there is so much at stake for a professional athlete, the temptation to try to enhance one's performance may be overwhelming to some. There are only 26 positions on a Major League Baseball roster. There are only 30 Major League Baseball teams. That means only 780 individuals are on major league rosters on any given day. Yes, the number of major league players a bit more than 780, as there are players on the MLB Injured List. The point is this; every professional sports team has competition for every sacred roster spot. There is a great deal at stake for every professional athlete. The money paid to professional athletes is getting better and better every year. Young men and women who may never have an opportunity to experience the type of income provided by professional sports may be willing to take incredible risks to protect that income. The career lengths of professional players/athletes is limited by age, health, and of course, skill. But the use of performance enhancing substances by professional athletes is also a selfish act. In the case of Jurickson Profar, his Braves teammates are now without his skills for 80 games, as Profar was the starting left fielder and leadoff hitter for the Braves, as recently as Sunday, March 30. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 06: Jurickson Profar #10 of the San Diego Padres walks across the ... More field in the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game Two of the Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by) Last season, Profar was an All Star. Profar played for the San Diego Padres, where he hit .280/.380/.459/.839, with 29 doubles, 24 home runs, 85 RBIs, and 10 steals in 13 attempts in 668 plate appearances. Profar signed a three-year, $42 million free agent contract this offseason with the Braves. This old scout feels nothing but sadness. Sadness for his teammates. Sadness for the game of baseball. And yes, sadness for Jurickson Profar, who has made an egregious error of judgement. Jurickson Profar is paying dearly for the risks he chose to take.
