The stage was set for Julio Rodríguez of the Mariners to deliver a win in Seattle. Instead, the National League got its first win since 2012 thanks to Elias Díaz.
Tag: Major League Baseball
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Justin Verlander Reacts to Detroit Tigers Combined No-Hitter
Three Tigers pitchers teamed up for M.L.B.’s 20th combined no-hitter. Justin Verlander, a former Tiger, was happy for them, but uneasy about the state of starting pitching.
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Limiting MLB Draft to 20 Rounds Trades Magic for Efficiency
The days of unlimited picks are over, and while the league says the opportunities are still there, previous late-round picks aren’t so sure.
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How MLB’s Ban on the Shift Is Improving Outfield Grass
In an era of expertly manicured fields and shared knowledge among groundskeepers, crews have an unexpected tool in their arsenal: the ban on infield shifts.