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Ex-Pittsburgh Pirates 1B Will Craig to ‘start over’ with Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization

Will Craig, who was demoted to the minors by the Pittsburgh Pirates after his embarrassing fielding mistake against the Chicago Cubs went viral, has signed with a team in Korea and is ready to “start over.” Craig told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that he has signed with the Kiwoom Heroes of the Korea Baseball Organization with […]

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‘Sorry you had to see that’ — How baserunning has become an embarrassing problem in Major League Baseball

Editor’s note: From rising strikeout totals and unwritten rules debates to connecting with a new generation of fans and a looming labor battle, baseball is at a crossroads. As MLB faces these challenges, we are embarking on a season-long look at The State of Baseball, examining the storylines that will determine how the game looks […]

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Fantasy baseball daily notes – Pitcher and hitter rankings for Sunday

Good luck securing the win if you play head-to-head, as well as those looking to pad category totals in rotisserie scoring. Here’s are Sunday’s choices to fortify your lineup, with everyone available in more than half of all ESPN leagues. Yusei Kikuchi (L), rostered in 42% of ESPN leagues, Seattle Mariners vs. Texas Rangers: Kikuchi […]

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Javier Baez helped Chicago Cubs score on a play you’ve never seen before

His nickname is El Mago (The Magician) for a reason. Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez was at it again Thursday, creating havoc on the basepaths that led to two runs for his team — the difference in a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. “It really is a magic act,” manager David Ross said with […]

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