Despite offense being down across Major League Baseball, a number of hitters have started off the year sending balls into the outfield seats, including a few surprises.
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First no-hitter in MLB from unlikely source
Posted on May 04 2011 by J. Donetelli.
The night was chilly but Liriano’s arm wasn’t as he threw 123 pitches and left the mound with a 1-0 no-hit win over the Chicago White Sox after walking six and striking out two through nine innings.
MLB fans chant “USA” in 9th with 1-1 score
Posted on May 02 2011 by Tom Ferda.
Philadelphia Phillies fans chanted “USA USA” during last night’s game against the NY Mets after President Obama announced that Osama bin Laden being killed in a raid by U.S. Navy Seals. (VIDEO)
Guillen gets benched two games for Tweets
Posted on April 30 2011 by J. Donetelli.
Peter Woodfork from MLB confirmed this is the first incident where the league had to deal with a player, coach or manager breaking the social media rules by Tweeting during a game.
Derek Lowe arrested for DUI (VIDEO)
Posted on April 29 2011 by Tom Ferda.
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Derek Lowe was arrested Thursday night and charged with DUI, making an improper lane change and reckless driving. Here’s the police cam video of the arrest.
Selig, MLB takes over Dodgers team
Posted on April 21 2011 by Paula Duffy.
Major League Baseball announced that Frank McCourt has been relieved of his day-to-day duties and financial management of the Los Angeles Dodgers and the league will take over from here.
Braves routine has changed without Cox
Posted on April 21 2011 by Brett Kettyle.
In his first month at the helm, Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez has made it clear he isn’t afraid to change the team’s daily routine.
Barry Bonds jury explains verdict
Posted on April 14 2011 by Paula Duffy.
Barry Bonds’ criminal trial came to a close when a jury found him guilty of the one count of obstruction of justice but were deadlocked on the remaining counts of perjury.
MLB MVP Josh Hamilton breaks his arm
Posted on April 13 2011 by Brett Kettyle.
Texas Rangers star Josh Hamilton will be sidelined from 6-8 weeks with a broken arm, compliments of a tag by Detroit Tigers catcher Victor Martinez.
Manny adds yet another asterisk to MLB
Posted on April 11 2011 by Brett Kettyle.
Manny retired and avoided a 100-game suspension but not our Bitch Slap of the Week.