This season was Luis Garcia Jr’s last chance to establish himself as a part of the future with the Washington Nationals. The young second baseman had yet to establish himself as a productive big leaguer despite being given plenty of opportunities. In spring training, it looked like a matter of time before Trey Lipscomb took Garcia’s job. However, the switch has flipped and … [Read more...] about Nationals Infielder Has Turned a Corner Offensively
Today in Baseball History: Ageless Browns Pitcher Tossed 12-Inning Shutout
On August 6, 1952, St. Louis Browns hurler Satchel Paige pitched a 12-inning, complete game shutout, beating the Detroit Tigers, 1-0. Paige became the oldest pitcher ever to accomplish this feat. Official baseball records show that he was 46 years old at the time. Or maybe he was 49. The Associated Press said he was “43 going on 49.” Today in Baseball History: Ageless Browns … [Read more...] about Today in Baseball History: Ageless Browns Pitcher Tossed 12-Inning Shutout
Orioles Starter Scratched From Start Just Minutes Beforehand
Grayson Rodriguez, a top starter for the Orioles, was scratched 30 minutes before his scheduled start on Tuesday. Albert Suarez started in place of Rodriguez. The team announced that Rodriguez was scratched due to discomfort in the right lat teres. Orioles Starter Scratched From Start Just Minutes Beforehand Grayson Rodriguez was scratched because of right lat teres … [Read more...] about Orioles Starter Scratched From Start Just Minutes Beforehand
Nationals Slugger to Begin First Rehab Assignment
Washington Nationals infielder/outfielder Joey Gallo will begin his first rehab assignment for Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday, according to multiple sources. Injury updates:– Joey Gallo will begin a rehab assignment with Rochester tomorrow. The plan: five innings at 1B on Tues. DH full game on Wed. 5-7 innings in RF Thurs.– Cade Cavalli is throwing again.– Trevor Williams is … [Read more...] about Nationals Slugger to Begin First Rehab Assignment
Former Silver Slugger Off To Hot Start With Orioles
At the trade deadline, the Baltimore Orioles traded for struggling star Eloy Jiménez. So far, Jiménez has had a promising start to his Baltimore tenure. Heading into the trade deadline, the Orioles desperately needed a right-handed power bat. Austin Hays got traded, and nobody else had stepped up. So, Mike Elias decided to trade for one of the most accomplished bats on the … [Read more...] about Former Silver Slugger Off To Hot Start With Orioles