Many gathered Tuesday at the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center to celebrate the Hall of Fame catcher’s 90th birthday, which came a day after the public learned of a petition to make him a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Puig’s rehab stopped after setback
An MRI exam of Yasiel Puig’s left hamstring confirmed a setback in the healing process, and his rehab assignment has been stopped, manager Don Mattingly said Tuesday.
ASG debate: Cozart, Hechavarria not to be short-changed
Troy Tulowitzki has been voted in as the National League’s starting shortstop for the All-Star Game each of the last two years and three of the last four. But Tulo might face some stiff competition on this year’s ballot, and two of the names in the early mix qualify as a surprise: Cincinnati’s Zack Cozart and Miami’s Adeiny Hechavarria.
Kinsler drives in only run with pink bat
Ian Kinsler was one of the Tigers who felt like they could’ve done more offensively against Chris Young and the Royals bullpen in Sunday night’s 2-1 loss at Comerica Park. But he was also one of the Tigers who did something using a pink bat, part of Major League Baseball’s annual Mother’s Day initiative to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer research.
Tigers say video shows HBP call was correct
After further review, the Tigers decided Alex Gordon’s hit-by-pitch was not worth reviewing. It was a key play, having put the go-ahead run on base in the 10th inning of Sunday night’s 2-1 loss to the Royals.
Ausmus doesn’t regret taking out Miggy
As Miguel Cabrera tossed his bat and took his base in the ninth inning of a tie game with the Royals Sunday night at Comerica Park, however, Ausmus took his shot and sent Rajai Davis in as a pinch-runner.
Holland battles out of jam to earn save
Greg Holland gave up a single, a wild pitch and two walks, loading the bases with no outs in the 10th. With the tying run on third and the winning run on second, Holland faced Detroit’s Hernan Perez.
Statcast shows holding Dyson was smart
Twitter users were once again pointing fingers at Royals third-base coach Mike Jirschele for not sending a runner from third in a tight game in the late innings. But it would appear there is scientific evidence to suggest that Jarrod Dyson would have been out at home — by a lot.
After rain delay, Royals down Tigers in 10th
The weekend showdown between the Tigers and Royals lasted into Monday morning before Omar Infante’s 10th-inning sacrifice fly decided the rubber match of their three-game set, sending Kansas City to a 2-1 win at Comerica Park.
Power Rankings: Cards flying high in Central
The top of our MLB.com Power Rankings presented by The All-New Chrysler 200 hasn’t changed much from last week, but further down, you’ll find some newcomers. We’re looking at you, Braves, and your surprisingly punchy roster. And the Twins, with their 8-2 mark in their last 10 games.
What to watch for in today’s games
Though today features just 10 games across the Majors, there will still be plenty of action worth keeping an eye on. The slate will be highlighted by two former Cy Young Award winners taking the mound, one of whom hopes to stay undefeated, while the other aims to notch his first victory.
What’s Next: Nats look to stay hot out West
The baseball season is chugging like a locomotive into mid-May, and after six weeks of small sample size surprises and underrated teams playing as if they’ve got grand October designs, the week ahead could very well give us a lot of what we expected when the 162-game grind began in early April.
Manfred sits down with MLB Network
Commissioner Rob Manfred conducted an hour-long interview with Bob Costas that aired on MLB Network Sunday night, covering a wide range of subjects including the possible reinstatement of Pete Rose, the pace of game initiative, the feasibility of having the designated hitter in the National League and returning the regular season to 154 games.
Giants overcome wild pitch with walk-off
After a pitching duel between Mat Latos and Ryan Vogelsong, control eluded each team’s relief pitchers, with Sergio Romo’s wild pitch giving the Marlins a lead in the eighth, then Steve Cishek walked in the tying run ahead of Matt Duffy’s walk-off single.
Cashner provides special day for mom
For Padres right-hander Andrew Cashner, the final score on Sunday was the least consequential part of pitching on Mother’s Day.
Just-in time: Turner leads Dodgers over Rox
Justin Turner’s two-run homer in the eighth inning lifted the Dodgers to their 11th victory in the last 15 games, 9-5 over the Rockies at Coors Field in a Sunday afternoon game played in frigid temperatures — after four inches of overnight snow was removed.
History, excitement highlight Mother’s Day
Moms are magical, so it’s no surprise that Mother’s Day around the ballparks of Major League Baseball brought about memorable moments for players and fans in its own unique, very pink way.