Reds pitching coach Bryan Price said he was interviewed for the vacant Marlins managerial position on Friday.
Boyer was happy ball wasn’t hit his way to end Series
The 1962 World Series ended with Willie McCovey lining out to second baseman Bobby Richardson with the go-ahead run at second. Clete Boyer, the Yanks’ third baseman, was hoping the ball wouldn’t be hit his way.
Lovullo a natural fit as bench coach for Farrell
Sometimes a manager and a bench coach need some time to find their chemistry. That won’t be part of the equation for John Farrell and Torey Lovullo, who have been friends for 20 years, and love nothing more than picking each other’s brains about baseball.
Redmond leads candidates for Marlins’ manager
As a player, Mike Redmond belted 13 home runs in a 13-year big league career. But during his interview for the Marlins’ managerial job on Wednesday, the former catcher hit it out of the park.
Ausmus turns down interview invite from Marlins
Brad Ausmus talked to the Astros and Red Sox about their managerial openings, but the former catcher isn’t interested in the Marlins.
Weiss talks with Rox about managerial vacancy
Former Rockies shortstop Walt Weiss has talked with the club about its vacant managerial post, a Major League source with knowledge of the discussion said Friday.
Molina earns catching Fielding Bible Award
Yadier Molina claimed his first defensive honor of the offseason this week when he was named the recipient of another Fielding Bible Award, receiving every possible first-place vote.
Five things to look for as World Series heads east
With the World Series shifting from San Francisco to Detroit, there are several story lines to keep an eye on heading into Game 3.
Bush named bullpen coach to complete 2013 staff
The A’s named Darren Bush bullpen coach on Friday, completing manager Bob Melvin’s staff for the 2013 season.
Changes could be in store as Yanks turn page to ’13
During an end-of-season news conference, Yankees manager Joe Girardi was asked if the roster he currently has on hand should be expected to bring a championship to the Bronx in 2013.
MLB Notebook: Giants’ arms coming up big
Madison Bumgarner and two relievers combined on a two-hit shutout Thursday to give the Giants a 2-0 series lead in 2012 Fall Classic. Bumgarner and Game 1 starter Barry Zito have combined to allow one run in 12 2/3 innings.
Leyland earns right to carve his own path
No matter what happens in the World Series,
the Tigers have already done enough to ensure Jim Leyland’s return as manager. This is precisely as it should be. Leyland has earned the right not only to further employment but to go out on his own terms.
Barr’s foresight helped establish Giants’ core
The 2008 First-Year Player Draft was his first major assignment with the San Francisco Giants, and John Barr was hoping, naturally, to make a good impression.
Les Smith, part of first Mariners ownership, dies
Les Smith, a part of the original Mariners ownership group that brought Major League Baseball back to Seattle, passed away on Wednesday at 93, according to The Associated Press.
‘Bucks on the Pond’ trivia program a smash hit
The hit MLB.com game show “Bucks on the Pond” debuted in the second half of this season, with shows released every Tuesday and Thursday, including several postseason editions. A Fall Classic episode is coming on Tuesday, but for now, enjoy something new — the first “Best of Bucks” highlight show.
Pagan steals everyone free taco at Taco Bell
Angel Pagan’s stolen base in the eighth inning of the Giants’ 2-0 victory in Game 2 of the World Series on Thursday night won everyone in the country a free Doritos Locos Taco from Taco Bell.
Bogar’s time with Red Sox comes to an end
Tim Bogar’s four-year tenure as a coach for the Red Sox has ended, MLB.com has confirmed. The team informed Bogar of the decision not to retain him on Thursday.