The Oakland Athletics ended their eight-game losing streak Monday with a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees in the Bronx. Zack Gelof hit a two-run homer off Victor González in the ninth inning, and Mason Miller recorded his fifth save of the season.
Despite a disappointing 9-13 start to the 2024 season, the St. Louis Cardinals are showing little signs of improvement from their last-place finish in 2023. The Cardinals’ offense ranks last in the National League, with a team batting average of .219, 13 home runs, and 76 runs scored through 22 games. The team has scored three runs or fewer in 12 of their last 14 games. Despite offseason efforts to bolster their rotation, the starting pitching has not been much better, with only Sonny Gray and Lance Lynn performing well. The bullpen, however, has been a bright spot, currently ranking near the top in several categories in the NL.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone was thrown out of Monday’s game against the Oakland Athletics after being warned by plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt to stop arguing. The ejection came after Boone complained about a strike call on Tyler Nevin, and apparently a fan behind the Yankees dugout yelled at Wendelstedt. Boone was furious and screamed at Wendelstedt and third base umpire Marvin Hudson. Wendelstedt responded by saying, “I don’t care who said it. You’re gone!” Boone turned around to yell three times after walking back to the Yankees dugout. This was the second ejection of the season for Boone, who was tossed seven times in 2023. With Boone out of the dugout, bench coach Brad Ausmus took over the managing.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected from Monday’s game against the Oakland A’s after questioning home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt’s call on a hit-by-pitch. Wendelstedt told Boone he wouldn’t tolerate any more barking from the dugout and ejected him after Boone claimed he didn’t say anything. A fan above the Yankees’ dugout may have said something inappropriate, but it was clear that Boone was following Wendelstedt’s orders not to yell at him. The incident highlights the need for more accountability for umpires when they make mistakes.
All-Star first baseman Bryce Harper of the Philadelphia Phillies has been placed on the paternity list, with infielder Kody Clemens being recalled from Triple-A in a corresponding move. Harper is expecting his third child with his wife Kayla, as announced last month.
The Detroit Tigers, who share a record with the last-place Tampa Bay Rays, will face off in a three-game series starting Monday. The Tigers are favored in the opener due to the presence of ace Tarik Skubal, who ranks fifth in the AL in hits per nine innings. Skubal’s reliable performances have drawn comparisons to former Tiger Justin Verlander, with DraftKings Sportsbook pricing him as the second favorite behind Corbin Burnes for the top spot among AL pitchers. The Rays will counter with JT Littell, a converted reliever who has a great start but still needs to master his pitches. With both teams struggling to score runs, the under 7 runs total bet is recommended, offering potential winnings of $202 including the stake.
The Mets’ winning streak ended with a shutout loss to the Dodgers, but the team’s season outlook remains positive. With a 12-9 record, the Mets are now looking ahead to the trade deadline and potentially making some significant roster moves.
Pete Rose took aim at Shohei Ohtani during an autograph signing, signing phrases like “SORRY I BET ON BASEBALL” and “OHTANI IS SORRY ALSO” in reference to the ongoing Ippei Mizuhara betting scandal. Despite federal investigators stating Ohtani is a victim, Rose remains skeptical, leading to speculation about MLB’s potential further investigation once Mizuhara’s criminal case concludes.
Chicago sports teams have had the honor of selecting the top draft pick on several occasions. From 1940 to the present, notable athletes have been chosen by the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs, Red Stars, and White Sox. This article delves into the stories of these players and their impact on their respective teams.
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Yusei Kikuchi faced off against the New York Yankees in the first inning of their American League MLB baseball game in Toronto on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
