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Speedy MLB veteran Terrance Gore dies at 34, three-time World Series champ
sports21 days ago

Speedy MLB veteran Terrance Gore dies at 34, three-time World Series champ

Terrance Gore, a speed-first former MLB outfielder who earned three World Series rings with the Royals (2015), Dodgers (2020) and Braves (2021), has died at 34. Known for his pinch-running role in a 112-game career and 43 stolen bases, Gore debuted in 2014, notching his first MLB hit in 2018 and making his last appearance in 2022. The cause of death has not been disclosed. He lived in Florida, worked as a trainer and coached his son's baseball team, and is survived by his wife and three children.

via cbsnews.com|
#kansas-city-royals#los-angeles-dodgers#mlb
Insurance snag sidelines Rojas from World Baseball Classic
sports27 days ago

Insurance snag sidelines Rojas from World Baseball Classic

Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas says he cannot participate in the World Baseball Classic due to insurance hurdles on his MLB contract, a problem impacting several Latin American stars and prompting talk of Puerto Rico possibly withdrawing from the event; the insurance rules are meant to cover teams for WBC injuries, but age- or history-based denials are drawing criticism and frustration.

via New York Post|
#insurance#latin-american-players#los-angeles-dodgers
Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Deal Triggers MLB Owners' Salary-Cap Push (With Potential Game Cancellations)
sports1 month ago

Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Deal Triggers MLB Owners' Salary-Cap Push (With Potential Game Cancellations)

Amid looming MLB labor talks, Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker to a 4-year, $240 million deal, prompting reports that owners intend to push for a salary-cap system in the 2026-27 CBA and could cancel some 2027 games to pressure negotiations. Critics argue a cap would still privilege big-market teams, wouldn’t fix front-office flaws, and could damage fan engagement, while advocates cite penalties or luxury-tax reforms as alternatives. The MLBPA remains opposed to a cap, signaling a protracted, high-stakes fight ahead.

via OutKick|
#cba#kyle-tucker#los-angeles-dodgers
Kyle Tucker Debuts No. 23 for Dodgers After $240M Free-Agent Pact
sports1 month ago

Kyle Tucker Debuts No. 23 for Dodgers After $240M Free-Agent Pact

Dodgers sign Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million contract and he debuts wearing No. 23, a number he chose to honor former Astros teammate Michael Brantley; No. 23 was last worn by Michael Conforto with the Dodgers; Dave Roberts expects Tucker to bat second or third behind Shohei Ohtani, with Betts in the other top spot and Freeman in cleanup; Tucker will play right field amid a reshuffled outfield, coming off a .266/.377/.464 line with 22 HR and 72 RBI in 136 Cubs games, plus a $64 million signing bonus.

via Bleacher Report|
#baseball#jersey-number#kyle-tucker
Bo Bichette Chooses Mets on Short-Term, High-AAV Deal Over Phillies
baseball1 month ago

Bo Bichette Chooses Mets on Short-Term, High-AAV Deal Over Phillies

Bo Bichette agreed to a three-year, high-average annual value deal with the Mets, with opt-outs after each season, after Philadelphia reportedly made a seven-year bid near $200 million. The Phillies countered by re-signing J.T. Realmuto to a three-year, $45 million contract, while the Dodgers landed Kyle Tucker on a short-term mega deal. The piece analyzes how CBT/tax considerations and looming CBA changes are pushing teams toward shorter, high-AAV contracts rather than long, blockbuster seven- or eight-year deals.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball#bo-bichette#kyle-tucker
Tucker to Dodgers: four-year, $240M outfield blockbuster
sports1 month ago

Tucker to Dodgers: four-year, $240M outfield blockbuster

The Dodgers reportedly signed Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million contract (about $60 million per year) with a $64 million signing bonus, $30 million deferred, and opt-outs in 2027 and 2028. Tucker, a four-time All-Star who hit .266/.377/.464 with 22 homers and 73 RBIs in 2025 after being with the Cubs, will join an outfield anchored by Betts, Ohtani and Freeman, addressing a key Dodgers need. The Cubs will receive a compensatory draft pick, and this marks L.A.’s second major offseason move after Edwin Díaz.

via Los Angeles Times|
#free-agency#kyle-tucker#los-angeles-dodgers
Tucker's $240M Dodgers deal reshapes a crowded outfield market
sports1 month ago

Tucker's $240M Dodgers deal reshapes a crowded outfield market

Kyle Tucker agreed to a four-year, $240 million contract with the Dodgers, adding a major upgrade in right field and with deferrals that ease luxury-tax impact. The move bolsters LA’s title chances, while complicating the Mets’ offseason by nudging them toward alternative targets (like Bellinger or Bader) and leaving the Blue Jays strong but without Tucker, illustrating that top free-agent outfielders are still willing to consider Toronto. The deal highlights the Dodgers’ financial flexibility and strategic balance between short-term contention and future depth.

via The New York Times|
#kyle-tucker#los-angeles-dodgers#mlb
Clayton Kershaw's Emotional Farewell at Dodger Stadium and Final Game
sports4 months ago

Clayton Kershaw's Emotional Farewell at Dodger Stadium and Final Game

Clayton Kershaw, after an 18-year career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, bid farewell to Dodger Stadium following their loss in Game 5 of the World Series, marking his final home game before retirement. Despite not pitching in the game, he made a memorable appearance in the postseason, and his career highlights were celebrated with tributes and videos, as he shared emotional moments with his family.

via ESPN|
#clayton-kershaw#dodger-stadium#los-angeles-dodgers
Brewers' Spectacular Double Play and Snell's Pitching Shine in NLCS Game 1
sports4 months ago

Brewers' Spectacular Double Play and Snell's Pitching Shine in NLCS Game 1

In Game 1 of the NLCS, the Brewers executed an unusual double play involving a ball that hit the wall after a missed catch, leading to a force out at home and third base, despite the ball not being caught cleanly. The play was legal under baseball rules, which state that a ball hitting the wall after a missed catch is still in play, and the play was confirmed by officials. The Dodgers challenged the play but it stood, and the Brewers escaped a bases-loaded jam, ultimately winning the game.

via CBS Sports|
#baseball-rules#double-play#los-angeles-dodgers