Marlon Styles Sr., a former Minor League catcher and Reds scout, deals with a lot of high school baseball players. In his mind, there’s one trait missing from the current generation of players — work ethic.
Clemens dons ‘Player’ jersey due to pine tar
Fake mustache and glasses not included.
‘Unbelievable ride’: Seattle retires Griffey’s 24
He’s already had his place in history cemented forever with his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, his plaque now enshrined in Cooperstown, N.Y., with the rest of baseball’s all-time greats.
Giants send Strasburg to early exit in victory
It was supposed to be a sweet 16 for right-hander Stephen Strasburg. He would have been the first pitcher in the Major Leagues to reach 16 victories this season. But he ended up losing his second game of the season as the Giants defeated the Nationals, 7-1, at Nationals Park on Saturday night.
Pedro Jr. steps into spotlight at RBI World Series
Playing for the Dominican Republic team representing the junior division in the Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) World Series, Pedro Martinez Jr. is already on his way to following in his father’s footsteps.
Mets bats could have stellar showing Sunday
Welcome to DraftKings fantasy baseball, the Official Daily Fantasy Game of Major League Baseball. The players listed in this piece are in position to provide difference-making stats for DraftKings participants on Sunday.
In throwback mode, Arrieta shuts down A’s
Jake Arrieta threw eight scoreless innings and Ben Zobrist chipped in a two-run single as the Cubs beat the A’s, 4-0, on Saturday at the Coliseum, while Oakland starter Sonny Gray left the game due to injury after allowing two runs over five innings.
Flying bat can stop Frazier’s fab defense
Reflexes are key!
Papi holds his own in return to first base
A lot of talk surrounded David Ortiz’s first start at first base this season and whether his 40-year-old body could handle it. The Red Sox’s designated hitter, who is in his final season, proved during the team’s 3-0 loss to the Dodgers on Saturday at Dodger Stadium that he’s still plenty agile.
Pipeline preview: Schultz looks to stay hot
Here’s a look at top prospects to watch on Sunday in Minor League action.
Angels designate Lincecum for assignment
The Angels designated Tim Lincecum for assignment on Saturday, one day after the two-time Cy Young Award winner gave up six runs in the first inning of an eventual 6-4 loss to the Mariners at Safeco Field.
Stripling steps up, Dodgers shut out Red Sox
The Dodgers’ rotation has been reeling from injuries for weeks if not months, but it found at least one peaceful day Saturday, as spot starter Ross Stripling put together five shutout innings against baseball’s top offense to lead the Dodgers to a 3-0 win over the Red Sox.
Wheeler throws 1 inning in 1st rehab start
More than 17 months after last throwing a competitive pitch, Mets right-hander Zack Wheeler returned to the mound Saturday for an inning at Class A Advanced St. Lucie. Wheeler didn’t allow a hit but walked a batter and allowed one unearned run on 17 pitches, before a rain delay forced him from the game.
Miller’s 1st Tribe save finishes Kluber’s gem
Seeking a stopper, the Indians turned to their ace. Corey Kluber toed the rubber on Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium, tasked with reversing five rough performances by the Indians’ starting rotation, and he didn’t disappoint. The right-hander tossed eight dominant innings to lead the Indians to a 5-2 win over the Yankees.
Rays place Jennings (knee) on DL, activate Mahtook
The Rays placed outfielder Desmond Jennings on the 15-day disabled list on Saturday with a left knee contusion and activated outfielder Mikie Mahtook from the DL.
Hill’s Dodgers debut delayed by blister
A new blister for the recently acquired Rich Hill will push the southpaw’s return date back and leave the Dodgers to shuffle their rotation yet again.
Mariners make deals for relievers Venditte, Caminero
General manager Jerry Dipoto promised the Mariners would be active in the trade market in August, and he wasted no time backing that up, as Seattle acquired “switch-pitcher” Pat Venditte from the Blue Jays and right-handed reliever Arquimedes Caminero from the Pirates on Saturday.