Dodgers Fans, Get Ready for Cactus League Action
Hey there, Dodgers faithful! With Cactus League play just around the corner, excitement is building to see World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto back on the mound this Saturday. As we gear up for the action, let’s dive into some intriguing headlines from around Major League Baseball.
Brewers Reward Their Skipper
The Milwaukee Brewers have shown their confidence in manager Pat Murphy, extending his contract for three more years. This deal, which runs through 2028 and includes an option for 2029, is a testament to Murphy’s impressive back-to-back National League Manager of the Year accolades. It’s clear the Brewers are banking on his leadership to keep the team on a winning path.
Legal Matters Loom for Guardians Pitchers
In a developing story, Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz are facing serious allegations of pitch-tipping for financial kickbacks. While both have pleaded not guilty, their trial, initially set for May, might be pushed to October. This shift could coincide with the World Series, adding another layer of drama to the baseball calendar.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Aims for the Record Books
Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. is setting his sights high, aiming to join the exclusive club of players with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season-a feat only accomplished by Shohei Ohtani last year. Chisholm’s confidence is palpable, and with backing from teammate Aaron Judge, he’s ready to chase history. As Judge put it, Chisholm “can accomplish anything.”
Stay tuned, baseball fans, as these stories unfold and the season heats up!