

Tyler Kepner
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Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Takes Beating the Yankees Personally
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has turned into a Yankee killer, just like Ken Griffey Jr. once was. “It’s a personal thing,” Guerrero said without elaborating.

‘Mythological’: The Best Shohei Ohtani Comparison Is Bo Jackson
Ohtani, baseball’s only two-way player, is largely without precedent. The best comparison may be Bo Jackson, a “mythological” two-sport superstar.

Mets Enjoy the Comforts of Home
A win over San Diego on Wednesday gave the team back-to-back series victories in its first homestand of the season, rebounding from a sweep. Now,...

A New(ish) Pitch on the Block
The sweeper — a horizontal slider — had long been lumped in with other breaking balls. Thanks to a change in the Statcast system, it...

Craig Counsell to Set Milwaukee Brewers Record for Games as Manager
Craig Counsell is about to set the Brewers’ record for games managed. Having been connected with the team for most of his life, he knows...

MLB Players React to the Pitch Clock and Baseballs’ New Rules
A sport that wanted more action got its wish, but a series of major rule changes has some major leaguers struggling to keep up.

2023 Mets Season Preview: Depth Gives Team Confidence
Edwin Díaz’s injury would crush some teams, but the Mets, with a deep and experienced roster, have remained optimistic.

MLB 2023 Preview: Pitch Clock and Other New Rules Aim to Speed Game Up
With three major rule changes this season, Major League Baseball will try to reinvent itself while looking to the game’s past for inspiration.

Joe Kelly and Rob Manfred Find Common Ground on Baseball’s Future
While interviewing Rob Manfred for his book about baseball, Joe Kelly, an outspoken reliever, realized their goals weren’t all that different.

Anthony Volpe Makes Yankees Roster at Shortstop
Anthony Volpe, 21, grew up rooting for Derek Jeter. Making the Yankees’ opening day roster after a hot preseason, Volpe will try to pick up...