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New York Post
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Sorry Mets fans, Dicky Lovelady is taken
It's nearly impossible to not raise eyebrows with the name Richard 'Dicky' Lovelady. The 29-year-old lefty made headlines when he reached an agreement Monday on a major league deal with the Mets after opting out from his minor league contract with the Twins — and his flashy name added intrigue for many. For those who are wondering, Lovelady is taken — he's a husband and a father. Advertisement 4 Richard 'Dicky' Lovelady and his wife Madison. Instagram/Madison Lovelady The pitcher and his wife, Madison Lovelady, welcomed a baby boy, John Tyler, in February 2024 They tied the knot at Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale in November 2019 after getting engaged in March 2018. Advertisement Madison, an alum of Arizona State University, works at Lululemon activewear company as a key leader, or career coach, according to her LinkedIn. Earlier this season, Lovelady pitched for the Twins' Triple-A St. Paul affiliate and produced a 1.31 ERA in 19 appearances. 4 Richard 'Dicky' Lovelady and his wife Madison with their son John Tyler. Instagram/Madison Lovelady Advertisement 4 Richard 'Dicky' Lovelady and his wife Madison with their two corgis. Instagram/Madison Lovelady Lovelady lives by a few rules when it comes to his nickname, according to The pitcher prefers to be Dicky on the street or at the ballpark — and he wants to be called Richard in all formal communications, such as on the scoreboard, on television and in print. 4 Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Richard Lovelady (58) throws against the Baltimore Orioles during the sixth inning at Rogers Centre on March 27, 2025. Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images Advertisement 'On a baseball card, I go by Richard Lovelady,' he said. 'On the scoreboard, Richard Lovelady.' Lovelady goes by Tyler, which is his middle name, to some of his family members in order to differentiate him from his father, who's also named Richard. Lovelady signed with the Mets after flirting with the team during the past two offseasons. He played in two games for the Blue Jays this season after bouncing between the Cubs and Rays last year.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dicky Lovelady signs with NY Mets: What to know about the pitcher with an unusual name
The New York Mets made a Dicky Lovelady move in their bullpen. New York signed free-agent left-handed relief pitcher Richard Lovelady on Monday. The journeyman has requested to be called by his nickname "Dicky" with fans, teammates and staffers. For official records, however, he'll still be listed as Richard Lovelady. Advertisement The 29-year-old is shooting straight up to the big leagues after opting out of his minor league contract with the Triple-A St. Paul Saints. Lovelady is the latest addition to a Mets roster that has struggled with stamina this season. Over the course of six major league seasons, Lovelady has pitched for five teams − the Kansas City Royals, Oakland A's, Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, and Toronto Blue Jays. His career has had ups and downs, with a 5.26 ERA in 101 innings, with a 5-13 record and 93 strikeouts. This season, Lovelady struggled to get his stats up, opening the year with the Blue Jays and being whacked for a 21.60 ERA in two appearances. But the majors couldn't abstain from Lovelady for long. After rejecting an assignment to the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, he signed a new minor league deal with the Minnesota Twins. Lovelady found success with the St. Paul Saints, posting a 1.31 ERA with 22 strikeouts in 19 appearances. The last two weeks have been hard on the Mets. New York has lost eight of its last nine games and the bullpen continues to be a source of concern. Advertisement Lovelady's debut in New York coincides with Women's Night at Citi Field on Monday. Oh, yes, it might be Lovelady's night. Oh, what a night. New York (46-32) hosts the Atlanta Braves (35-41) at 7:10 p.m. Richard Lovelady stats 2019 (Kansas City): 25 games; 0-3 record; 7.65 ERA; 1.90 WHIP; 20.0 IP; 17 K; 8 BB 2020 (Kansas City): 1 game; 0-0 record; 9.00 ERA; 2.00 WHIP; 1.0 IP; 0 K; 1 BB 2021 (Kansas City): 20 games; 2-0 record; 3.48 ERA; 1.06 WHIP; 20.2 IP; 23 K; 6 BB; 1 save 2023 (Oakland): 27 games; 0-3 record; 4.63 ERA; 1.07 WHIP; 23.1 IP; 24 K; 10 BB 2024 (Chicago): 7 games; 0-1 record; 7.94 ERA; 1.94 WHIP; 5.2 IP; 6K; 2 BB 2024 (Tampa Bay): 28 games; 3-5 record; 3.77 ERA; 1.19 WHIP; 28.2 IP; 20 K; 9 BB; 2 saves 2024 (Total): 35 games; 3-6 record; 4.46 ERA; 1.31 WHIP; 34.1 IP; 26K; 11 BB; 2 saves 2025 (Toronto): 2 games; 0-1 record; 21.60 ERA; 2.40 WHIP; 1.2 IP; 3K; 2 BB; 0 saves Career total: 110 games; 5-13 record; 5.26 ERA; 1.35 WHIP; 101.0 IP; 93K; 38 BB; 3 saves This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: NY Mets sign pitcher who will know be known as Dicky Lovelady
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mets Sign Former MiLB Pitcher of the Year After Recent Injuries in Rotation
Mets Sign Former MiLB Pitcher of the Year After Recent Injuries in Rotation originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Mets have been slumping in their most recent outings. After emerging as the top team in the NL East, New York has run into a 2-8 record in their past 10 games, and it seemed that they have started to fall off since the injury to Cy Young candidate Kodai Senga. Advertisement Although the Mets lost their most recent series to a division rival, the Philadelphia Phillies, New York was able to finally win a game on Saturday after losing seven straight dating back to June 13. Their electric start to the 2025 season still keeps them in a comfortable spot in the National League Wild Card standings with a 46-32 record, but it will take more improvement to pass the Phillies in the East and win their first division title since 2015. New York Mets manager Carlos J. Rebilas-Imagn Images New York came down with more unfortunate injury news last week. Starting pitcher Tylor Megill and relief pitcher Max Kranick were placed on the 15-day injured list with both suffering injuries to their throwing elbows. Advertisement The Mets had to make some changes to the pitching rotation and were able to go out and sign left-handed relief pitcher Richard Lovelady. Lovelady recently opted out of the minor-league contract he signed with the Minnesota Twins earlier this season to land with the Mets on a major-league deal, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. Lovelady is a former two-time Omaha (AAA) Pitcher of the Year award winner. He was elected as the best pitcher in the minor leagues in back-to-back years in 2017 and 2018. After he won the awards, Lovelady went on to the major leagues and his success declined while playing for five different teams since 2019. Advertisement With a career 5.25 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and 93 strikeouts over 101 innings, Richard Lovelady is set to join his sixth major league team with the New York Mets. He's previously pitched for the Royals, Athletics, Cubs, Rays, and Blue Jays. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- 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
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gulf Coast Jam garners 100,000 people over four days; tickets already going fast for 2026
PANAMA CITY BEACH — Despite some weather delays and a mandatory evacuation from lightning, Rendy Lovelady says the 2025 Gulf Coast Jam was a success. As executive producer of the popular country music festival, Lovelady said the event garnered a combined 100,000 people over its four days. It was held May 29 to June 1 at Frank Brown Park in Panama City Beach. "We had close to 100,000 people in the park over the four days," he said. "The event) helps the community. ... It helps feed people. It fills the restaurants up. It fills the hotels up. It's just a great thing. "It also draws international attention to our little beach here." The 2025 Gulf Coat Jam featured performances from headliners Sam Hunt on Thursday, Lainey Wilson on Friday, Tyler Childers on Saturday and Blake Shelton on Sunday. Stormy weather conditions caused delays on Thursday, and an evacuation on Friday, but operations ran smoothly Saturday and Sunday. Lovelady credited the event's success in the wake of challenges to its volunteers and first responders, as well as contributing organizations, including the Bay County Sheriff's Office and Panama City Beach Police Department. He noted ticket combined attendance for 2025 was about 20,000 less than in 2023, which holds the record as the best year in the event's history. That said, he is confident 2026 will be another record-breaking year for the festival. On Thursday evening, officials announced the entire lineup for next year, sparking a surge of ticket sales unlike anything Gulf Coast Jam has ever experienced. "When we announced our new lineup, we sold almost four times faster in the four days of the festival than we've ever sold," Lovelady said. "This next one is going to be huge." The complete lineup for 2026 is: Thursday, May 28, 2026 − Gannon Fremin, Walker Montgomery, Cooper Alan, Wyatt Flores, Treaty Oak Revival and headliner Keith Urban. Friday, May 29, 2026 − Hueston, Cole Goodwin, Brent Cobb, Jackson Dean, Marcus King and headliner Chris Stapleton. Saturday, May 30, 2026 − Hannah McFarland, Ashland Craft, Josh Ross, Ole 60, Koe Wetzel and headliner Riley Green. Sunday, May 31, 2026 − Skeez, Them Dirty Roses, Elizabeth Nichols, 49 Winchester, Muscadine Bloodline and headliner Post Malone. Attention jammers: Gulf Coast Jam 2026 lineup announced: Headliners include Riley Green and Post Malone For more information on the event, or to purchase tickets, visit visit See more coverage at This article originally appeared on The News Herald: Gulf Coast Jam 2025 garners 100,000 people over four days
