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sports1 year ago

"Red Sox Draft David Ortiz's Son Amid MLB Legacy Picks"

Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz expressed immense pride and emotion after the team drafted his son, D'Angelo Ortiz, in the 19th round of the MLB draft. Despite being at the MLB All-Star Game in Texas, Ortiz received a call from his son, prompting a heartfelt reaction. D'Angelo, who showed promise at Miami Dade College, now has the opportunity to follow in his father's footsteps with the Red Sox.

sports1 year ago

MLB Draft 2024: Sons of Legends Ortiz and Ramirez Selected

The sons of former Red Sox stars David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez were drafted on the final day of the 2024 MLB draft, with D'Angelo Ortiz going to the Boston Red Sox in the 19th round and Lucas Ramirez being selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the 17th round. The draft concluded with 300 picks over three days, and teams will now begin contract negotiations with their new prospects.

sports1 year ago

Orioles Laugh Last as Yankees' Blunders Keep O's Atop AL East

Orioles All-Stars Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman, along with Red Sox legend David Ortiz, shared a laugh over the Yankees' defensive meltdown that led to an Orioles' comeback win. Ortiz, reminiscing about his own rivalry with the Yankees, highlighted key moments from the game, including a critical error by Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe. Yankees Hall of Famer Derek Jeter, also present, reacted with visible embarrassment.

sports2 years ago

Hall of Fame Manager Jim Leyland Reflects on Regrets and Uncertainties

Jim Leyland, the newly inducted member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, admitted that he still thinks about a pivotal moment in his career as a manager. Leyland is haunted by Game 2 of the 2013 ALCS when David Ortiz hit an iconic grand slam that tied the game and ultimately turned the series in favor of the Boston Red Sox. Despite his regrets about the decision to bring in reliever Joaquin Benoit instead of lefty Phil Coke, Leyland believes he made the right call by going with his best pitcher.

sports2 years ago

David Ortiz Offers Support to Wander Franco Amid Troubling Allegations

Baseball Hall of Famer David Ortiz has expressed his willingness to help Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who is currently being investigated for alleged relationships with minors in the Dominican Republic. Ortiz stated that he tried to make himself available to Franco but emphasized that he has no knowledge of the situation. The MLB is currently investigating the allegations, and Franco has been placed on the restricted list by the Rays. Ortiz hopes that the allegations are not true and called the situation complicated. Dominican journalist Hector Gomez tweeted a quote suggesting that Franco's MLB career could be in jeopardy based on the ongoing investigations.

sports2 years ago

David Ortiz Pranks Derek Jeter with Red Sox Jersey Gift on Fox Debut

David Ortiz gifted Derek Jeter a custom-made Red Sox jersey with Jeter's name and number on it during Jeter's first official broadcast as part of MLB on Fox's studio team. Jeter initially thought it was a nice gesture until he saw the back of the jersey and tossed it aside in disgust, causing Ortiz and others to laugh. Jeter announced that it was his last day at Fox, and the gift could double as a birthday present as he turns 49 on Monday.