Monthly Archives: agosto 2014

Big and strong at 6-foot-6, 245 pounds, Jimmy Nelson has a power fastball with great sink that induces swings and misses as well as ground balls. His physical presence can…Read more

Steve Pearce left Baltimore's series opener against the Twins on Friday before the start of the fourth inning with a right abdominal strain. Chris Davis, who started at third base,…Read more

Rookie first baseman Jose Abreu's numbers put him in an elite class, but it's his leadership on and off the field that has manager Robin Ventura and the White Sox…Read more

Astros manager Bo Porter wouldn't discuss his personal relationship with Jeff Luhnow prior to Friday's home game with the Rangers, other than to say he was hired to manage the…Read more

Left-hander Bruce Chen's often inspiring and successful six seasons with the Kansas City Royals are behind him. Chen was designated for assignment on Friday, one day after giving up six…Read more

Derek Jeter's farewell tour continued Friday when the Yankees made their final visit of the 2014 regular season to Toronto, marking the last time the shortstop will play at Rogers…Read more

Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. had a short, but simple message to his players Friday afternoon at Citi Field: Pat Gillick is in charge while Phillies president David Montgomery…Read more

Jason Giambi and Ryan Raburn, who are on the disabled list, continue to make progress during their rehab assignments. Giambi (left knee inflammation) and Raburn (sore right wrist) both contributed…Read more