Matt Pobereyko, a former Minor League Baseball pitcher who played for the Sioux City Explorers from 2019 to 2022, has died suddenly after experiencing a heart attack, according to his team. He was 31. The Saraperos de Saltillo, a professional baseball organization in the Mexican League, confirmed Pobereyko’s passing in a statement on Twitter, saying…
Former Minor Leaguer Matt Pobereyko Dead at 31 After Reported Heart Attack
Manny Machado, Padres Agree to 11-year, $350M Deal
The San Diego Padres and All-Star third baseman Manny Machado are putting the finishing touches on an 11-year, $350 million contract extension, ESPN reported Sunday, Feb. 26. The deal will take Machado, 30, into his 40s. He said last week he would opt out of his current contract after the season and walk away from…
Tim McCarver, Big League Catcher and Broadcaster, Dies at 81
NEW YORK—Tim McCarver, the All-Star catcher and Hall of Fame broadcaster who during 60 years in baseball won two World Series titles with the St. Louis Cardinals and had a long run as one of the country’s most recognized, incisive, and talkative television commentators, died Thursday. He was 81. McCarver’s death was announced by baseball’s…
Dodgers Sign of David Peralta, RHP Alex Reyes
The Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement with free agent outfielder David Peralta on a one-year, $6.5 million deal, while also adding right-hander Alex Reyes on a one-year, $1.1 million deal, multiple outlets reported. Peralta, 35, split the 2022 season with Arizona and Tampa Bay and batted .251 with 12 homers and 59 RBIs in…
Yu Darvish, Padres Agree to $108M Extension
The San Diego Padres dug deep into their pocketbook again Thursday, Feb. 9, reaching agreement with right-hander Yu Darvish on a six-year, $108 million contract extension, according to multiple reports. The new contract will take effect this season and expire in 2028, after Darvish turns 42. Darvish was a rock for the Padres in 2022,…
Dodgers to Retire Fernando Valenzuela’s No. 34
The Los Angeles Dodgers will retire Fernando Valenzuela’s No. 34 in August, more than 40 years after he made his debut with the organization. The retirement ceremony will be held during the Aug. 11–13 weekend that the team has called “Fernandomania.” The Dodgers host the Colorado Rockies that weekend. He will become the 12th player…
Arte Moreno Takes Angels Off Market, Will Continue as Owner
ANAHEIM, Calif.—Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno has decided not to sell the team. Moreno took his franchise off the market Monday, Jan. 22, after announcing his plan to explore a sale of the team last August. The 76-year-old owner met with prospective buyers during the winter. “During this process, it became clear that we…
MLB Arbitration Roundup: Team by Team
Major League Baseball’s deadline Friday to provide salary figures for arbitration-eligible players created a flurry of activity as rosters continue to take shape in advance of spring training in a month. A team-by team roundup of activity: Arizona Diamondbacks First baseman Christian Walker agreed on a one-year, $6.55 million deal for 2023, while right-hander Zac…
Dodgers Acquire INF Miguel Rojas From Marlins; Twins Confirm Correa for $200M
The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired infielder Miguel Rojas from the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, Jan. 11, in exchange for minor league infielder Jacob Amaya. Rojas, 33, returns to the team for whom he made his Major League debut in June 2014. Rojas batted .236 with six homers and 36 RBIs in 140 games with the…
Dodgers Designate P Trevor Bauer for Assignment
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Friday, Jan. 6, that they were parting ways with right-handed pitcher Trevor Bauer following his record suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy. The Dodgers are designating Bauer for assignment. Assuming he clears waivers, Bauer will be released and become a free agent available to sign with any…
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