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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Philadelphia Inquirer
UK superfan Dave Shaw, who has passionately followed the Philadelphia Phillies for over a decade, is thrilled as his favorite team comes to London for the MLB London Series against the Mets. Shaw, who met his idol Chase Utley, is eager to welcome fellow fans and share his love for baseball, marking a significant moment in his fandom.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX Sports
FOX's "Super Saturday" on June 8 will feature a London Series baseball game between the Phillies and Mets, the Belmont Stakes horse race at Saratoga Race Track, and a historic MLB matchup between the Dodgers and Yankees.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by PetaPixel
Major League Baseball (MLB) experimented with a new camera angle during the London Series game, capturing Nolan Arenado's entrance onto the field from a third-person perspective reminiscent of a video game. Fans were amazed by the similarity to games like Grand Theft Auto, with some mistaking it for a promotional video for MLB The Show. While it is unclear if the footage was taken by a drone, the use of aerial cameras in sports arenas can be risky, as demonstrated by a previous incident involving a cricket player and Fox Sport's Spidercam.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied from an early deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 7-5 in the second game of their London Series. After the Cubs took a 4-0 lead in the first inning, the Cardinals scored seven unanswered runs, with Brendan Donovan driving in two. Cubs starter Marcus Stroman left the game in the fourth inning with a blister on his right index finger. The Cardinals used a bullpen game to secure the win, with Jake Woodford earning the victory and Jordan Hicks recording his fourth save in as many opportunities. Willson Contreras went 4-for-4 with two runs for the Cubs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by St. Louis Post-Dispatch
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied from a four-run deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs 7-5 in the final game of the London Series. Jordan Hicks completed his fourth save of the road trip and first save ever in a Major League Baseball game in the United Kingdom by securing the victory against the Cubs at London Stadium. Jake Woodford earned the win with a pivotal 2 1/3 scoreless innings. The win split the London Series with the Cubs and sent the Cardinals back across the pond after a solid 5-3 road trip.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB.com
During MLB's London Series, Derek Jeter made his debut as a studio analyst with FOX alongside David Ortiz and Alex Rodriguez. To celebrate, Ortiz gave Jeter a Red Sox jersey as a prank, which Jeter tossed aside in good humor.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The Chicago Cubs defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1 in the first game of their two-game series in London, with Ian Happ hitting two home runs. The win marks the Cubs' fourth in a row and ninth out of 10 games, putting them in touch with the division-leading Cincinnati Reds. Justin Steele kept the Cardinals hitless until the fifth inning, registering eight strikeouts over his six innings. The Cardinals' Adam Wainwright allowed a season-high seven earned runs and 11 hits. The series finishes Sunday with the first pitch at 10:10 a.m. ET.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB.com
The Chicago Cubs dominated the St. Louis Cardinals in the London Series opener, winning 9-1 in front of a crowd of 54,662. Lefty Justin Steele pitched six strong innings, allowing only one run and striking out eight. Ian Happ hit two home runs off Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright, giving him six career home runs with a 1.000 slugging percentage in their pairings. The Cubs have now won 11 of their last 13 games.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jack Flaherty has been scratched from Sunday's game against the Chicago Cubs due to hip discomfort. Matthew Liberatore will replace him. The Cardinals are also dealing with an illness sweeping through their clubhouse. The Cubs won the first game of the two-game series in London, and will counter with Marcus Stroman on Sunday.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB.com
The Cubs dominated the Cardinals 9-1 in Game 1 of the MLB London Series, with Ian Happ hitting two home runs and Justin Steele pitching six strong innings. Cardinals' rookie Jordan Walker ended Steele's no-hit bid in the fifth inning, extending his hitting streak to 14 games. The game also featured a mascot race and appearances by MLB legends and celebrities such as Derek Jeter, David Ortiz, and Bill Murray.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Jack Flaherty has been scratched from Sunday's start against the Cubs in London due to persisting stiffness in his hip that returned during a workout Friday. Meanwhile, Paul Goldschmidt will set a "world" record by playing a regular-season game in his fifth different country, as the Cardinals and Cubs prepare to face off in the first National League regular season game played in the United Kingdom. The previous two MLB games played at London Stadium saw 50 runs scored, and the stadium has altered its dimensions for future games to become the London home of regularly scheduled MLB series.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
St. Louis Cardinals' starting pitcher Jack Flaherty has been scratched from Sunday's game due to hip discomfort, and several players, including reliever Jordan Hicks, second baseman Nolan Gorman, and outfielder Jordan Walker, have been affected by an illness sweeping through the clubhouse. The Cardinals might have to piece together the two games against the Chicago Cubs in London as a result. The Cubs have won 10 of their last 12 games and are within striking distance of the NL Central lead.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MLB.com
The St. Louis Cardinals are in London to face the Chicago Cubs in the 2023 MLB London Series, but for Cardinals president John Mozeliak, the focus is on the upcoming trade deadline and how to improve the team. Despite rumors of a potential rebuild, Mozeliak stated that the Cardinals are not looking to blow up the team but are instead looking for ways to improve. The success or failure of the Cardinals against the Cubs could determine the direction the team takes in the coming weeks.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by bleachernation.com
The Chicago Cubs have started their London Series work today, getting onto the field at London Stadium for a workout ahead of their games this weekend. The team is taking in the sights and enjoying their time in London, with some players catching up with each other and even chatting with F1 driver Lando Norris.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals are set to play in the London Series, marking the second time MLB regular season games will be played in Europe. The seating arrangement at London Stadium has been restructured, allowing for a larger outfield and less foul territory, and a more traditional looking field. Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt will become the first player in major league history to play a regular season game in five different countries. The Cardinals lead the season series, but the Cubs are predicted to sweep the series with lower scores than the 2019 London Series.