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News out of Major League Baseball (MLB) is constantly changing and updating. Thirty teams make up the North American league, split between the National League and the American League. Founded in 1903, the current commissioner is Rob Manfred. It is one of four major sports leagues in the United States, alongside the National Football League (NFL), National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Hockey League (NHL).
Where Other Teams Stand With Names After Cleveland Indians Change Name
Despite the decision by the Guardian's on Friday, the Braves, Chiefs and Blackhawks have said that they do not have plans to alter their names.
Trump Says Name Change to Guardians a 'Disgrace' Against Native Americans
"Wouldn't it be an honor to have a team named the Cleveland Indians, and wouldn't it be disrespectful to rip that name and logo off of those jerseys?" Trump said in a statement.
Fans React to Cleveland Baseball Team Changing Name to Guardians
In addition to changing the name, the team also announced a new logo featuring a baseball and the letter "G" for Guardians. The team colors will stay the same.
Indians to Guardians: No More Native American Ties in Cleveland's New Name
"This is the city we love and the game we believe in, and together, we are all Cleveland Guardians," actor Tom Hanks said in the narration.
Eddy Alvarez, Baseball Player Chosen As Male U.S. Olympic Flag Bearer
Eddy Alvarez, a former Olympic speed skater could become the sixth athlete in history to win a medal at the Winter and Summer Games if he earns one in Tokyo.
Wife of Red Sox Legend Says Yankees Fan Spit on 9-Year-Old Daughter
Catherine Varitek described the situation as "scary" and called out the behavior as "straight out filth and vile."
Cotton Condemns MLB's 'Silence' on Cuba After Reaction to GA Voting Law
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) blasted Major League Baseball, which operates in the U.S. and Canada, for being "silent as Cuba's murderous regime cracks down on protestors."
First-Ever Female NCAA Catcher Breaks Baseball Barriers
Marika Lyszczyk was the first female catcher to play NCAA baseball and now she is taking on the challenge of summer collegiate baseball in the Hamptons.
Yankees-Red Sox Game Postponed After Several Positive COVID Tests
Thursday night in New York City mirrors what happened at the beginning of sports shutting down in 2020 because of COVID.
Stephen A. Smith Says 'I Was Wrong, Period' Amid Shohei Ohtani Criticism
"I was wrong, period," Smith said. "There is no excuse. This is not ESPN, this is not Disney...this was me.
JoJo Siwa Absolutely Dominated at Celebrity Softball
The 18-year-old pop star wowed at the 2021 MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball event held in Denver on July 11.
Stephen A. Smith 'Sorry' for Shohei Ohtani Comments
The ESPN analyst said on First Take on Monday the Japanese player could not be the face of the MLB as he "needs an interpreter."
Video of Ohtani Speaking English Surfaces After Stephen A. Smith Comments
Ohtani gave a two-minute speech in 2019, entirely in English and with no interpreter, while accepting the AL Rookie of the Year award.
Stephen A. Smith Calls Shohei Ohtani 'Dude That Needs an Interpreter'
"I don't think it helps that the No. 1 face, is a dude that needs an interpreter so you can understand what the hell he's saying," ESPN's Stephen A. Smith said.
Suspect in Large Ammo Bust Near Coors Field Had History of Weapons Charges
Richard Platt, who was arrested with three others in Denver on Friday night, has faced multiple charges in three different counties over the last 11 years.
Denver Maid Called a Hero After Finding Guns Near Site of MLB All-Star Game
"We are grateful for the Coloradan who reported the suspicious activity," said a spokesperson for Colorado Governor Jared Polis.
The Trevor Bauer Assault Allegations Explained
The Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher has been accused of assault by a woman whom he had two sexual encounters with last month.
Negro League Legends Honored With One-of-a-Kind Baseball Cards
A baseball card collector is making cards in the likenesses of famous but under appreciated Negro League players, and hopes Major League Baseball renames its Most Valuable Player trophies after a legend whose skin color kept him out of the big leagues.
NY Yankees Accomplish a Rare Baseball Feat Sunday in 2-1 Win Over the A's
It's a good thing Yankee Stadium is open to the public, because 27,807 fans on Sunday got to see the home team tie a record for a rare feat.
Jose Altuve Launches HR, Doesn't Have to Run the Bases For it To Count
This comes just three days after Ke'Bryan Hayes of the Pittsburgh Pirates rounded the bases but was called out for not touching first base.
Conservative Business Group Sues MLB to Bring All-Star Game Back to Atlanta
Major League Baseball pulled the game out of Georgia in response to a new election law signed in March.
Atlanta Braves' Marcell Ozuna Arrested For Aggravated Assault Strangulation
Ozuna, also known as "Big Bear," finished sixth in last year's MVP voting. He's a two-time All-Star and was the home run leader in 2020.
Dodger Stadium Reopening to Full Capacity Signals COVID is Over in Sports
As more leagues and venues continue opening to more and more fans, the majority of them maskless, it shows that COVID is becoming a part of sports history.
Mets Star Kevin Pillar 'Doing Fine' After Being Hit in the Face by Pitch
The impact left Pillar clutching a bloody nose as blood gushed down his face, forcing the New York Mets athlete to walk off the field.
Eight Men Out? 8 N.Y. Yankees Test Positive for COVID After J&J Vaccine
"We've been rocked here the last several days," Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Thursday.
Four Cities Oakland Athletics Could Move To
The A's said on Tuesday they would begin exploring relocation options after receiving the MLB's blessing.
CNN's Jake Tapper Says Fans Should Vaccinate to Fill Stadiums, 'Boo' Astros
The Houston Astros are playing before in-person fans for the first time since they were caught in a sign-stealing scandal during their 2017 World Series championship run.
This Is When Full Crowds Will Return to Yankee Stadium, Citi Field
The Yankees and the Mets will be able to increase capacity to 100 percent from May 19 as long as fans are vaccinated.
Angel Hernandez Slammed for New Call after Admitting He 'Guessed' Decision
MLB umpire Angel Hernandez was at the center of controversy again on Wednesday night, as he ejected three Kansas City Royals.
Oakland A's Pitcher Jesus Luzardo Breaks Finger While Playing a Video Game
He smashed the pinkie on his throwing hand, and still went out and tossed three innings on Saturday.
