Edwin Díaz collapsed after closing out Puerto Rico’s win over the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Recovery from knee surgery will take eight months.
Tag: Baseball
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Joe Pepitone, Rowdy Star When the Yankees Faded, Dies at 82
He had All-Star years, won three Gold Gloves, hit with power and was a fan favorite, but as the team’s fortunes dimmed, his renegade lifestyle had its costs.
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World Baseball Classic Is a Party in Miami for Latin American Teams and Fans
“This is our World Cup,” a fan said as the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico and Venezuela squared off at the World Baseball Classic.
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Mike Trout Recruited MLB Stars for World Baseball Classic
When Mike Trout agreed to play in the World Baseball Classic, other stars flocked to join the United States squad. “I want in.”
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Two Sports, Two Stories, Too Many Climbs
A former N.H.L. star in his 50s was still playing. Then the Czechs qualified for the World Baseball Classic, and a reporter booked a flight.