http://mlb.mlb.com MLB News Index Sun, 25 Nov 2018 15:51:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018s-most-extreme-pitches-hit-for-home-runs?ymd=20181125&content_id=300984072&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 10:34:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018s-most-extreme-pitches-hit-for-home-runs?ymd=20181125&content_id=300984072&vkey=news_mlb Most home runs are hit off pitches in the strike zone. Not all of them, however. Here are the most interesting and extreme pitches that somehow made it out of the park in 2018. Mike Petriello 11/25/2018 10:34 A.M. 1543160092 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/five-teams-likely-to-bounce-back-in-2019?ymd=20181123&content_id=301061374&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:54:16 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/five-teams-likely-to-bounce-back-in-2019?ymd=20181123&content_id=301061374&vkey=news_mlb Of the 14 teams that finished under .500 in 2018, these are the five most likely to turn things around in 2019 -- if (and only if) they get it right in this Hot Stove season. Anthony Castrovince 11/23/2018 10:38 P.M. 1543030710 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018-2019-mlb-free-agents-and-trade-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297641124&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 09:40:42 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018-2019-mlb-free-agents-and-trade-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297641124&vkey=news_mlb Breaking down the latest MLB free agent and trade rumors. 11/13/2018 7:43 P.M. 1542156236 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlb-players-who-should-not-be-up-for-trades?ymd=20181123&content_id=301061248&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:54:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlb-players-who-should-not-be-up-for-trades?ymd=20181123&content_id=301061248&vkey=news_mlb Here are seven stars who ought to be essentially untouchable in trade talks. Richard Justice 11/23/2018 10:41 P.M. 1543030897 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/latest-manny-machado-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=285627736&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 00:28:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/latest-manny-machado-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=285627736&vkey=news_mlb Manny Machado has been one of the game's best players since debuting in 2012, and he is set to cash in as a first-time free agent this offseason. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the infielder. 11/13/2018 6:20 P.M. 1542151227 Sat, 24 Nov 2018 23:00:00 EDT Red Sox's Vazquez gets 2nd ring in a month Andrew Mearns 11/24/2018 11:00 P.M. 1543118400 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/tb/rays-should-make-aggressive-moves-for-2019?ymd=20181121&content_id=301013050&vkey=news_tb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:55:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/tb/rays-should-make-aggressive-moves-for-2019?ymd=20181121&content_id=301013050&vkey=news_tb The Rays had a shockingly good season in 2018, but it still wasn't enough in the tough AL East. Still, they're set up well to contend in 2019, if they make a few moves to push forward. Here are some ideas. Mike Petriello 11/21/2018 11:06 A.M. 1542816409 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ari/d-backs-help-meal-on-wheels-child-crisis?ymd=20181121&content_id=300981394&vkey=news_ari Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:59:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ari/d-backs-help-meal-on-wheels-child-crisis?ymd=20181121&content_id=300981394&vkey=news_ari When it comes to off the field endeavors, there is no better time of year than the holidays for the D-backs organization. Steve Gilbert 11/21/2018 1:02 P.M. 1542823335 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/best-sleepers-on-free-agent-market?ymd=20181120&content_id=300937610&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:59:48 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/best-sleepers-on-free-agent-market?ymd=20181120&content_id=300937610&vkey=news_mlb When it comes to the free-agent market this offseason, much of the attention will focus, understandably, on Bryce Harper, Manny Machado and other high-profile stars. But every winter, there are plenty of gems who don't require a heavy investment in years or dollars. Andrew Simon 11/20/2018 12:00 A.M. 1542690000 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/bryce-harper-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297610378&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 00:32:17 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/bryce-harper-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297610378&vkey=news_mlb After seven seasons with the Nationals in which he won the 2012 National League Rookie of the Year Award, was named NL MVP in 2015 and made six NL All-Star teams, Bryce Harper is now a free agent for the first time. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the outfielder. 11/13/2018 5:49 P.M. 1542149390 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/best-walk-years-in-mlb-history?ymd=20181120&content_id=301000542&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:00:07 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/best-walk-years-in-mlb-history?ymd=20181120&content_id=301000542&vkey=news_mlb There is a long history of exceptional walk years as well, and Adrian Beltre, who retired after the 2018 season, is a big part of it. Here is a look at 20 of the best. Andrew Simon 11/20/2018 10:35 P.M. 1542771338 Sat, 24 Nov 2018 13:01:22 EDT Harper, on TV, picks Ohio St. to win before rout Eric Chesterton 11/24/2018 1:01 P.M. 1543082482 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/most-stunning-offseason-mlb-trades-in-history?ymd=20181118&content_id=300892424&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:00:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/most-stunning-offseason-mlb-trades-in-history?ymd=20181118&content_id=300892424&vkey=news_mlb Every Hot Stove season comes with the potential of blockbuster deals, whether by free agency or trade. But there have been some offseason trades throughout baseball history that have stunned us, catching us by surprise and creating exciting storylines for the upcoming season. Here's a look at eight of the most stunning offseason trades in MLB history. Manny Randhawa 11/18/2018 11:09 P.M. 1542600598 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/ten-candidates-for-2019-trade-deadline?ymd=20181123&content_id=301051326&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:00:30 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/ten-candidates-for-2019-trade-deadline?ymd=20181123&content_id=301051326&vkey=news_mlb Here is MLB.com's list of 10 free agents in 2019 who might be on the move at the '19 Deadline, ranked from the most likely to be traded to the least. Mark Feinsand 11/23/2018 10:24 A.M. 1542986665 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlbs-5-blockbuster-trades-that-make-sense?ymd=20181122&content_id=301037694&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:00:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlbs-5-blockbuster-trades-that-make-sense?ymd=20181122&content_id=301037694&vkey=news_mlb Let the shopaholics worry about the Black Friday deals. Those of us who tend to have baseball on the brain are firmly fixated on deals of another sort. I'm talking about trades! Here's our annual look at some blockbuster swaps that make sense. Anthony Castrovince 11/22/2018 10:18 A.M. 1542899926 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlbs-unluckiest-pitchers-in-2018?ymd=20181123&content_id=301049150&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:00:51 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlbs-unluckiest-pitchers-in-2018?ymd=20181123&content_id=301049150&vkey=news_mlb The ERA leaderboards tell you a lot about which pitchers had great seasons. But for some pitchers, there's more to the story. Statcast can help identify those pitchers. Here are nine starters to watch entering 2019, who had a big difference between their quality of contact allowed and their actual results this season. David Adler 11/23/2018 9:15 A.M. 1542982506 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/josh-donaldson-rumors?ymd=20181010&content_id=297610830&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:01:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/josh-donaldson-rumors?ymd=20181010&content_id=297610830&vkey=news_mlb Josh Donaldson has battled injuries in recent seasons, but his track record of MVP-level production should make him a coveted free agent nonetheless this offseason. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the third baseman. 10/10/2018 11:46 P.M. 1539229597 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018-2019-free-agents-for-every-mlb-team?ymd=20181016&content_id=297937146&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:01:24 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2018-2019-free-agents-for-every-mlb-team?ymd=20181016&content_id=297937146&vkey=news_mlb An impressive collection of talent has hit the open market, and players are now eligible to sign with any team. Here is a division-by-division breakdown of the key free agents for all 30 Major League clubs. Thomas Harrigan, Do-Hyoung Park and Chad Thornburg 10/16/2018 2:12 P.M. 1539713528 Fri, 23 Nov 2018 18:39:44 EDT Verlander vs. Sir Charles? Worlds collide over golf Adrian Garro 11/23/2018 6:39 P.M. 1543016384 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2019-mlb-free-agents?ymd=20181102&content_id=293292274&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:01:41 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/2019-mlb-free-agents?ymd=20181102&content_id=293292274&vkey=news_mlb See which players are set to hit free agency during the 2018-19 offseason, including Bryce Harper and Manny Machado. Thomas Harrigan 11/2/2018 6:44 P.M. 1541198676 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/kc/mike-matheny-hired-by-royals?ymd=20181123&content_id=301054788&vkey=news_kc Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:01:33 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/kc/mike-matheny-hired-by-royals?ymd=20181123&content_id=301054788&vkey=news_kc The Royals hired former Cardinals manager Mike Matheny to be special advisor for player development on Friday. The 48-year old will assist in several aspects of the baseball operations department, including scouting and player development. 11/23/2018 2:08 P.M. 1543000112 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:01:53 EDT There is a beetle named after Jose Bautista Eric Chesterton 11/25/2018 2:01 A.M. 1543129313 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ana/jo-adell-holds-2nd-annual-turkey-drive?ymd=20181119&content_id=300931508&vkey=news_ana Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:03 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ana/jo-adell-holds-2nd-annual-turkey-drive?ymd=20181119&content_id=300931508&vkey=news_ana Jo Adell grew up watching his mom, Nicole, dedicate herself to her students and advocate for their well-being as the principal of Newberg Middle School in his hometown of Louisville, Ky. That same drive to give back has now embedded itself in Adell, who is finding his own ways to foster connections and support his local community this offseason. Maria Guardado 11/19/2018 5:18 P.M. 1542665884 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/predicting-where-top-mlb-free-agents-will-sign?ymd=20181122&content_id=301043068&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:14 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/predicting-where-top-mlb-free-agents-will-sign?ymd=20181122&content_id=301043068&vkey=news_mlb MLB Trade Rumors conducted a poll in which respondents selected the team they thought certain free agents would sign with this offseason. A poll was conducted for free agents ranked in the top 10 according to MLB Trade Rumors earlier this month, and the latest poll was for free agents ranked No. 11-20. The results are in, they're fascinating, and they're below -- along with analysis for each player-destination prediction. Manny Randhawa 11/22/2018 5:11 P.M. 1542924693 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/top-prospects-eligible-for-the-rule-5-draft?ymd=20181122&content_id=301040298&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:28 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/top-prospects-eligible-for-the-rule-5-draft?ymd=20181122&content_id=301040298&vkey=news_mlb Who are the most intriguing candidates to be taken in the Rule 5 Draft? Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Mike Rosenbaum provide one candidate from each organization. Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Mike Rosenbaum 11/22/2018 9:06 P.M. 1542938806 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/reds-team-up-for-at-risk-youth-with-homebase?ymd=20181122&content_id=300931542&vkey=news_cin Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:37 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/reds-team-up-for-at-risk-youth-with-homebase?ymd=20181122&content_id=300931542&vkey=news_cin In a program called the Homebase Initiative, the Reds Community Fund partnered with the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Public Schools to give 46 incoming high school sophomores, juniors and seniors tools to use in college preparation. Mark Sheldon 11/22/2018 12:00 A.M. 1542862800 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/nathan-eovaldi-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=299922244&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:49 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/nathan-eovaldi-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=299922244&vkey=news_mlb One of the best Trade Deadline additions any team made in 2018, Nathan Eovaldi posted a 3.33 ERA over 12 regular-season appearances (11 starts) with the Red Sox before shining in the postseason for the World Series champions. Having boosted his stock considerably, Eovaldi should draw significant interest on the free-agent market. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the right-hander. 11/13/2018 12:14 P.M. 1542129278 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ana/shohei-ohtani-reflects-on-rookie-season?ymd=20181122&content_id=301040866&vkey=news_ana Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:02:58 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/ana/shohei-ohtani-reflects-on-rookie-season?ymd=20181122&content_id=301040866&vkey=news_ana Fresh off winning the AL Rookie of the Year Award, Angels sensation Shohei Ohtani met with Japanese reporters in Tokyo to reflect on his headline-making debut in Major League Baseball. Matt Kelly 11/22/2018 2:22 P.M. 1542914574 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/nelson-cruz-rumors?ymd=20181010&content_id=297610506&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:03:06 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/nelson-cruz-rumors?ymd=20181010&content_id=297610506&vkey=news_mlb Although he is approaching his 40s and spends most of his time at designated hitter these days, Cruz is still one of the top sluggers in the game and should draw plenty of interest on the free agent market this offseason. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the veteran. 10/10/2018 11:26 P.M. 1539228402 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/bos/dave-dombrowski-built-red-sox-in-one-year?ymd=20181123&content_id=301051318&vkey=news_bos Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:03:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/bos/dave-dombrowski-built-red-sox-in-one-year?ymd=20181123&content_id=301051318&vkey=news_bos But if we're talking about the year in baseball that started Oct. 22, 2017, when Dave Dombrowski hired Alex Cora to be the Red Sox manager, nobody did a better job than Dombrowski did. Mike Lupica 11/23/2018 10:22 A.M. 1542986554 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/longest-home-runs-for-every-mlb-team?ymd=20180406&content_id=271050576&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 02:03:29 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/longest-home-runs-for-every-mlb-team?ymd=20180406&content_id=271050576&vkey=news_mlb The launch of Statcast has given us a whole new tool to answer the age-old question: "How far did that home run go?" Here's a look at the longest homers hit by each of the 30 MLB clubs since Statcast began tracking home run distances at the start of the 2015 season. Andrew Simon, David Adler and Matt Kelly 4/6/2018 12:27 A.M. 1522988862 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/la/erik-goeddel-zac-rosscup-released-by-dodgers?ymd=20181123&content_id=301053624&vkey=news_la Fri, 23 Nov 2018 13:20:47 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/la/erik-goeddel-zac-rosscup-released-by-dodgers?ymd=20181123&content_id=301053624&vkey=news_la The Dodgers have released relievers Erik Goeddel and Zac Rosscup. Both pitchers were designated for assignment on Tuesday to make room for prospects the Dodgers wanted to protect from next month's Rule 5 Draft. Ken Gurnick 11/23/2018 1:02 P.M. 1542996139 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/pit/pirates-tab-jacob-cruz-assistant-hitting-coach?ymd=20181123&content_id=301053758&vkey=news_pit Fri, 23 Nov 2018 13:30:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/pit/pirates-tab-jacob-cruz-assistant-hitting-coach?ymd=20181123&content_id=301053758&vkey=news_pit The Pirates reportedly rounded out their coaching staff by hiring Jacob Cruz, formerly the Cubs' Minor League hitting coordinator, to be their new assistant hitting coach. Adam Berry 11/23/2018 1:18 P.M. 1542997091 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/luckiest-hits-of-2018-mlb-season?ymd=20181121&content_id=301024498&vkey=news_mlb Fri, 23 Nov 2018 00:36:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/luckiest-hits-of-2018-mlb-season?ymd=20181121&content_id=301024498&vkey=news_mlb In honor of Thanksgiving, it's time to look back at some of the luckiest hits of the year. Here are 10 players who have something to be thankful for -- they ended up with the unlikeliest hits of the 2018 MLB season. David Adler 11/21/2018 3:04 P.M. 1542830663 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/reds-raisel-iglesias-sign-new-3-year-deal?ymd=20181121&content_id=301025236&vkey=news_cin Fri, 23 Nov 2018 01:22:37 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/reds-raisel-iglesias-sign-new-3-year-deal?ymd=20181121&content_id=301025236&vkey=news_cin In a move that avoided arbitration, the Reds signed closer Raisel Iglesias to a new three-year, $24.1 million contract through the 2021 season. Iglesias had an option to go to arbitration in the seven-year, $32 million contract he signed when he arrived from Cuba in 2014. Mark Sheldon 11/21/2018 3:23 P.M. 1542831798 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlb-players-to-be-thankful-for-in-2018?ymd=20181121&content_id=301022810&vkey=news_mlb Fri, 23 Nov 2018 00:23:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/mlb-players-to-be-thankful-for-in-2018?ymd=20181121&content_id=301022810&vkey=news_mlb You don't need 119 wins to appreciate your favorite team. Every fan has plenty to be thankful for, and on this Thanksgiving week, here's one player from each team we feel that way about: Richard Justice 11/21/2018 2:15 P.M. 1542827722 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/top-20-mlb-first-basemen?ymd=20181121&content_id=301011176&vkey=news_mlb Thu, 22 Nov 2018 16:30:36 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/top-20-mlb-first-basemen?ymd=20181121&content_id=301011176&vkey=news_mlb The Rays shocked much of the baseball world by designating first baseman C.J. Cron on Tuesday, despite Cron being one of their best hitters and having the best season of his career in 2018. Will Leitch 11/21/2018 10:24 A.M. 1542813890 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mil/ryan-braun-thankful-after-wildfire-evacuation?ymd=20181121&content_id=301018354&vkey=news_mil Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:08:58 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mil/ryan-braun-thankful-after-wildfire-evacuation?ymd=20181121&content_id=301018354&vkey=news_mil Ryan Braun had more than the usual reasons to give thanks as he helped the Brewers kick off the holiday season. Adam McCalvy 11/21/2018 12:40 P.M. 1542822037 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/four-decade-players?ymd=20181120&content_id=300996490&vkey=news_mlb Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:01:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/four-decade-players?ymd=20181120&content_id=300996490&vkey=news_mlb Here are all 29 players to appear in games over four decades, grouped by the decades in which they played, beginning with the most recent. Andrew Simon and David Adler 11/20/2018 8:42 P.M. 1542764559 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/tb/rays-send-aid-to-hurricane-michael-survivors?ymd=20181117&content_id=300876362&vkey=news_tb Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:08:51 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/tb/rays-send-aid-to-hurricane-michael-survivors?ymd=20181117&content_id=300876362&vkey=news_tb The Rays have a lot to be thankful for and made sure to help their neighbors in the Panhandle affected by Hurricane Michael. Joe Trezza 11/17/2018 7:46 P.M. 1542502000 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 13:18:47 EDT Johnny Cueto -- of course -- back on a horse Jake Mintz 11/21/2018 1:18 P.M. 1542824327 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cle/indians-host-thanksgiving-event-at-ballpark?ymd=20181118&content_id=300889102&vkey=news_cle Thu, 22 Nov 2018 18:30:23 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cle/indians-host-thanksgiving-event-at-ballpark?ymd=20181118&content_id=300889102&vkey=news_cle Over the years, the Indians have built relationships throughout the Cleveland community, and the team's annual Thanksgiving event at Progressive Field puts that on full display. Holiday music filled the room, as did the clamor of kids, families and volunteers, who came together for a feast. Turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes, but with a view of the Indians' dormant baseball diamond. Jordan Bastian 11/18/2018 7:09 P.M. 1542586188 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/aj-pollock-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297610726&vkey=news_mlb Sun, 25 Nov 2018 09:40:17 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/aj-pollock-rumors?ymd=20181113&content_id=297610726&vkey=news_mlb A.J. Pollock has missed a considerable amount of time with injuries during his career, but he offers a well-rounded skill set and is sure to be a top free-agent target for clubs in need of outfield help this offseason. Here, you will find a list of the latest news and rumors surrounding the veteran center fielder. 11/13/2018 7:24 P.M. 1542155085 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/hou/astros-stars-fuel-thanksgiving-charity-efforts?ymd=20181119&content_id=300943178&vkey=news_hou Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:28:52 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/hou/astros-stars-fuel-thanksgiving-charity-efforts?ymd=20181119&content_id=300943178&vkey=news_hou Astros players have been busy in the community in the days and weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. Carlos Correa and Josh Reddick recently played softball at Minute Maid Park with children facing physical and developmental challenges, and Alex Bregman and Max Stassi handed out turkeys to the less fortunate last week. Brian McTaggart 11/19/2018 9:34 P.M. 1542681296 Thu, 22 Nov 2018 10:30:00 EDT Food fight! Mascots celebrate Thanksgiving Eric Chesterton 11/22/2018 10:30 A.M. 1542900600 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mia/no-realmuto-trade-expected-over-thanksgiving?ymd=20181121&content_id=301013982&vkey=news_mia Wed, 21 Nov 2018 16:52:38 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mia/no-realmuto-trade-expected-over-thanksgiving?ymd=20181121&content_id=301013982&vkey=news_mia No Thanksgiving Day trade surprises are expected by the Marlins regarding All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto. For now, Miami is expected to be relatively quiet during the holiday weekend. Joe Frisaro 11/21/2018 11:29 A.M. 1542817749 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/adrian-beltres-best-moments?ymd=20181120&content_id=300959292&vkey=news_mlb Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:25:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/mlb/adrian-beltres-best-moments?ymd=20181120&content_id=300959292&vkey=news_mlb Adrian Beltre's iconic 21-year career has come to an end, as the veteran third baseman announced on Tuesday that he plans to retire. Daniel Kramer and David Adler 11/20/2018 12:23 P.M. 1542734596 http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/hunter-greene-thinks-hell-be-ready-for-spring?ymd=20181121&content_id=301016082&vkey=news_cin Wed, 21 Nov 2018 12:46:57 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/cin/hunter-greene-thinks-hell-be-ready-for-spring?ymd=20181121&content_id=301016082&vkey=news_cin This is an important offseason for Reds top pitching prospect Hunter Greene as he recovers from a right elbow injury. Greene is pleased with his progress thus far. Mark Sheldon 11/21/2018 12:11 P.M. 1542820306