Brewers pitcher Josh Hader got BOOED for several minutes in his first road game since his racist and homophobic tweets from seven years ago surfaced. Hader took the long walk from the bullpen to the mound Thursday night in San Francisco … and…
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Friday, July 27, 2018
Thursday, July 5, 2018
Minor League Pitcher Catches Bird on Field, Puts On Top Of Head!!
A minor league baseball pitcher had the ultimate feather in his cap on Wednesday — when he caught a bird with his glove … and wore it on his head!!! The bird collector is Jesus Cruz – who plays for the St. Louis Cardinals’ minor league…
Friday, June 22, 2018
Blue Jays Pitcher Roberto Osuna Suspended for Domestic Violence Incident
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna has been suspended for 75 GAMES without pay by MLB for violating the league’s domestic violence policy stemming from a May 8 incident. Osuna was arrested for assault in Toronto after allegedly roughing…
Blue Jays Pitcher Roberto Osuna Suspended for Domestic Violence Incident
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna has been suspended for 75 GAMES without pay by MLB for violating the league’s domestic violence policy stemming from a May 8 incident. Osuna was arrested for assault in Toronto after allegedly roughing…
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Atlanta Braves Pitcher Anibal Sanchez Burglarized During Dodgers Game
Atlanta Braves pitcher Anibal Sanchez had his hotel room burglarized this weekend while he was on the mound against the Dodgers … TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell us Sanchez’s room was broken into Saturday night while the RHP pitched…
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Ex-MLB Pitcher Matt Mantei Allegedly Threw Wife to Ground Before Domestic Violence Arrest
Matt Mantei allegedly pushed his wife and threw her to the ground during a fight over a cell phone — before being arrested for domestic violence … according to an incident report obtained by TMZ Sports. We broke the story … Mantei was arrested…
Ex-MLB Pitcher Matt Mantei Arrested For Assault And Battery
Flame-throwing ex-MLB pitcher Matt Mantei was arrested and thrown in jail for assault and battery Tuesday night in Michigan … TMZ Sports has learned. Mantei — a closer with a 100 MPH heater — played 10 seasons in the big leagues…
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Kansas City Royals Pitcher Danny Duffy Pleads Guilty to DUI, Gets Probation
Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy has taken a plea deal for being busted for DUI back in August, and he won’t get any jail time … TMZ has learned. Duffy reportedly pled guilty last Thursday and will be placed on probation … and had to pay a…
Monday, December 11, 2017
Red Sox Pitcher Steven Wright Arrested for Domestic Assault
Boston Red Sox pitcher Steven Wright was arrested this weekend after he got into an altercation with his spouse, according to local media outlets. NBC Sports Boston reports that the starting righty got busted Friday at his home in Tennessee for an…
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Roy Halladay Killed in Plane Crash; All-Star Pitcher Was 40 Years Old
Roy Halladay, a former Major League Baseball All-Star, Cy Young Award winner and likely future Hall of Famer, was killed on Tuesday in a plane crash.
He was 40 years old.
A two-time Cy Young Award recipient, Halladay was the only passenger in a plane that crashed into the Gulf of Mexico, going down near St. Petersburg around 1 p.m.
He had just recently purchased the aircraft and couldn’t help but gush over his second life as a pilot in multiple Instagram posts.
Wrote Halladay on October 13:
“What do clouds feel like? I didn’t know either until I got my new Icon A5! I’m getting bruises on my arms from constantly pinching myself!”
Featured in an article on ICONAircraft.com, Halladay also said the following last month:
“I’ve been dreaming about flying since I was a boy but was only able to become a pilot once I retired from baseball.”
“I’ve owned other aircraft, but no aircraft embodies the adventure or captured the dream of flying like the A5.”
“Not only is it the safest and easiest aircraft I’ve ever flown, it is hands-down the most fun.”
“The beaches, lakes, and waterways my family and I get to explore around Florida are mind-blowing.”
“Words don’t do justice to what the A5 allows us to experience.”
“Even my wife, who used to be uncomfortable in small planes, now asks where we should take the A5 for the weekend.
“I’m honored to own the first A5 Founders Edition.”
On the mound, Halladay excelled for the Toronto Blue Jay and Philadelphia Phillies.
He finished his career with 203 wins and a 3.38 ERA, along with 67 complete games and 20 shutouts.
Many considered Halladay to be the best pitcher of his generation.
He retired in 2013 and would be eligible for the Hall of Fame next year, following the customary five-year waiting period after a player performs in his final game.
The hurler threw a perfect game during the 2010 season and a no-hitter that postseason.
Wrote baseball writer Jeff Passan in response to the sad news:
“Roy Halladay was an amazing baseball player, a second-to-none worker and, best of all, a genuine, good person in an industry without enough.”
“The sadness across baseball right now is overwhelming. Roy Halladay was who everyone wanted to be.”
Added the official Major League Baseball Twitter account:
We are saddened by the tragic news that Roy Halladay, 2-time Cy Young Award winner & 8-time All-Star, has died in a plane crash. He was 40.
Halladay is survived by his wife and two sons, Ryan and Braden.
May he rest in peace.
Sunday, November 5, 2017
George Lopez To Dodgers Pitcher Yu Darvish, You Shouldn"t Have Apologized!
George Lopez thinks L.A. Dodgers pitcher Yu Darvish has nothing to apologize for … and then jokes he might want to leave the country! TMZ Sports got George at LAX Saturday and Lopez seems to think the regrets Darvish expressed to our photog a few…
George Lopez To Dodgers Pitcher Yu Darvish, You Shouldn"t Have Apologized!
George Lopez thinks L.A. Dodgers pitcher Yu Darvish has nothing to apologize for … and then jokes he might want to leave the country! TMZ Sports got George at LAX Saturday and Lopez seems to think the regrets Darvish expressed to our photog a few…
Curt Schilling Says Clayton Kershaw Blew It, Isn"t a Big-Game Pitcher
Not everyone has the clutch gene — and MLB playoffs legend Curt Schilling says that includes Clayton Kershaw, who exposed himself in this year’s World Series. We spoke to Curt about big-game pitching after the Dodgers’…
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
KC Royals Pitcher Danny Duffy Busted for DUI at Burger King
Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy — the best pitcher on the team — was busted for DUI in Kansas on Sunday … at a Burger King. Here’s what we know … 28-year-old Duffy was pulled over in Overland Park in his 2015 black Escalade around 7:35…
KC Royals Pitcher Danny Duffy Busted for DUI at Burger King
Kansas City Royals pitcher Danny Duffy — the best pitcher on the team — was busted for DUI in Kansas on Sunday … at a Burger King. Here’s what we know … 28-year-old Duffy was pulled over in Overland Park in his 2015 black Escalade around 7:35…
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Mets Pitcher Jeurys Familia Suspended 15 Games for Domestic Violence Arrest
The N.Y. Mets have suspended star pitcher Jeurys Familia 15 games for his domestic violence arrest back in October … despite the fact a judge dismissed the criminal charge against him. As we previously reported, Familia was arrested October…
Sunday, March 12, 2017
Braves Pitcher Mike Foltynewicz Allegedly Pulls a "Cash Me Ousside" at Chick-fil-A
Atlanta Braves pitcher Mike Foltynewicz got into it with a fan at a Chick-fil-A in Florida — allegedly telling the guy to “meet me outside” … this according to the police report obtained by TMZ Sports. Mike — who’s in Kissimmee for…
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Yordano Ventura Dead: Kansas City Royals Pitcher Was 25
Sad news today: Yordano Ventura is dead.
Ventura, a 25-year-old pitcher for the World Series-winning Kansas City Royals, died today in a car crash in the Dominican Republic.
It’s unclear exactly what happened to cause the crash, but according to Sports Illustrated, it’s believed that he was under the influence at the time of the crash.
A Dominican police chief first broke the news of the crash, tweeting in Spanish “Regrettable!! It is the player YORDANO VENTURA the person who died in an accident in Juan Adrian at dawn today.”
Later, the Vice President of Communications and Broadcasting for the Royals confirmed the news.
“It is with a heavy and broken heart that we confirm the passing of Yordano Ventura,” he tweeted.
“The club will release a statement soon. #RIPAce” — Ace, of course, being Ventura’s nickname.
The Royals released an official press release just a few hours ago to “regretfully announce the passing of Yordano Ventura, who perished in a car accident last night in the Dominican Republic.”
In the statement, Dayton Moore, general manager of the Royals, said “Our prayers right now are with Yordano’s family as we mourn this young man’s passing.”
“He was so young and so talented, full of youthful exuberance and always brought a smile to everyone he interacted with.”
“We will get through this as an organization,” Moore concluded, “but right now is a time to mourn and celebrate the life of Yordano.”
The statement also included some information about Ventura’s short career, which he spent entirely with the Royals “after signing as a non-drafted free agent in 2008” before “debuting for the club” in 2013.
He played two World Series with the team, helping bring them their second ever victory in 2015.
During the last game Ventura played, he wore a special hat that paid tribute to two other baseball players who died too soon: Jose Fernandez who died last fall in a boating accident, and Oscar Taveras who died in a car crash a few years ago.
Ventura’s teammates are already sending messages of mourning and love on Twitter.
“I love you Ace,” third baseman Mike Moustakas wrote. “I don’t know what to say other than I’m going to miss you a lot. RIP ACE.”
First baseman Eric Hosmer tweeted “ACE I love you my brother. I’m in disbelief and don’t know what to say. I love you ACE.”
Drew Butera, a catcher for the Royals, wrote “Gone way too soon. You will forever be my brother. My prayers are with you and your family. May you rest with the Lord now.”
Fellow pitcher Kyle Zimmer wrote “We lost a great one today. Hard to believe he’s actually gone. You will be greatly missed, Ace.”
Hunter Dozier said “I’m at a loss of words today.. Very sad day in the baseball community. You’ll be missed Ace.”
“When you scroll down and your whole newsfeed is talking about your brother,” left fielder Terrance Gore mused. “The impact the energy you brought to our team #GoneTooSoon”
“I am still in disbelief,” pitcher Matt Strahm wrote. “I am going to miss you Ace! The clubhouse won’t be the same without you.”
General manager Dayton Moore added “We love Yordano. We love his heart & who he was as a teammate & friend. He challenged us & made us better. We’re going to miss him.”
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected by this tragic death.
Kansas City Royals Pitcher Yordano Ventura Killed in Crash
Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura was killed Sunday in a car crash in his native country, the Dominican Republic. Ventura was known for his electric fastball, but also for his short temper. He was suspended for 9 games last season for…
Thursday, November 3, 2016
Cubs Pitcher Pedro Strop -- Jason Heyward Saved Our Ass ... Pump Up Speech Was INSANE! (VIDEO)
Wanna know what Jason Heyward told the Cubs during the 10th inning rain delay that got the team so fired up, they ripped off 2 RUNS and won the game??? It’s just as awesome as you’d imagine — so says Cubs pitcher Pedro Strop … who says the pep…
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