SEATTLE, WA — Congratulations to Phil Humber who threw the first perfect game in the majors in almost two years, leading the Chicago White Sox to a 4-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday, April 21. White Sox pitcher Philip Humber talks with MLB Network about what he was feeling going through the final out of his perfect game.
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Former Pitcher Rick Ankiel Receives Standing Ovation After Throw to Home (VIDEO)
Washington National’s outfielder, Rick Ankiel, received a standing ovation Monday night after his throw to home plate in Monday’s 6-3 win over the Astros.
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Joe Torre Resigns as MLB Executive to Join Group Purchasing LA Dodgers
Joe Torre announced his resignation as MLB executive vice president on Wednesday, Jan 4, so he could join a group that is pursuing ownership of the LA Dodgers. Torre managed the LA Dodgers from 2008-2010. Joe Torre, a popular motivational speaker through PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency, has resigned as MLB executive vice president to pursue the purchase of the LA Dodgers.
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Jim Thome Becomes 8th Player to Hit 600 Home Runs in MLB (VIDEO)
Jim Thome finally achieved his goal of 600 home runs on Monday night, August 15, against the Detroit Tigers hitting two home runs against the Detroit Tigers. (more…)
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Andre Dawson Elected To National Baseball Hall of Fame
NEW YORK – Eight time All-Star outfielder, Andre Dawson, was finally elected to the Hall of Fame after nine trys. Other players considered for baseball’s honor who just fell short were Bert Blyleven and Roberto Alomar.
Andre Dawson was elected to National Baseball Hall of Fame after nine trys.
The Baseball Writers’ Association of America announced that Dawson received 420 of 539 votes in voting, 15 more than the 75 percent necessary to gain election. (more…)
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Baseball: Why Do Old Timers Hate On Current Players?
When newly-inducted Hall of Famer Jim Rice stated last week at the Little League World Series that today’s players aren’t role models, he created front page news.
Said Rice, “”You see a Manny Ramirez, you see an A-Rod, you see Jeter….Guys that I played against and with, these guys you’re talking about cannot compare.”
Rice later claimed that he was misquoted, but the truth is that many former players don’t relate to today’s players. Why is that? (more…)
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Jim Rice, Rickey Henderson Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
With the recent induction of Jim Rice and Ricky Henderson into the Baseball Hall of Fame, it’s timely to look ahead at candidates for the next couple of classes.
A player must be retired for a minimum of five years to be eligible for the Hall of Fame. In order to be elected, a player must be mentioned on at least 75% of the ballots.
Next year, eligible players include Roberto Alomar, Kevin Appier, Andy Ashby, Ellis Burks, Andres Galarraga, Pat Hentgen, Mike Jackson, Eric Karros, Ray Lankford, Barry Larkin, Edgar Martinez, Fred McGriff, Shane Reynolds, Robin Ventura, and Todd Zeile. (more…)