Los Angeles police say former lightweight champ Tony Ferguson was arrested early Sunday after crashing his pickup into two parked cars.
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Former A’s, Giants pitcher Vida Blue dies at 73
As a 21-year-old in 1971, Vida Blue won both the AL Cy Young and MVP awards. He went on to be a mainstay of three World Series-winning teams in Oakland.
Former St. Louis Cardinals player, broadcaster Mike Shannon dies at 83
A St. Louis native, Mike Shannon spent nine seasons with the Cardinals as a player from 1962-70 before joining the team’s radio booth for 50 years.
Pirates rookie Drew Maggi gets first MLB hit, heads back to the minors
Rainout fortunately gives infielder Drew Maggi, 33, one more day to collect first hit in the majors before returning to Class AA.
MLB restores video highlight that edited out banners criticizing A’s ownership
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‘He’s on steroids!’: Fernando Tatis Jr. dances away heckling from Cubs fans at Wrigley Field
Fans in the Wrigley Field bleachers chanted “He’s on steroids!” at Padres RF Fernando Tatis Jr., who showed off some nifty dance moves in response.
Reports: All-Star outfielder Bryan Reynolds agrees to $106.75 million extension with Pirates
After offseason contract talks bogged down, the Pirates finally come to terms with Bryan Reynolds on eight-year deal, according to multiple reports.
New Jersey Little League offers unique solution to unruly parents in stands
New rule in Deptford Township requires anyone who becomes abusive to serve as an umpire for three games before being allowed back in the stands.
Vince Carter criticizes Mavericks’ trade for Kyrie Irving, stating Dallas gave up too much
“I didn’t like it, and it has nothing to do with Kyrie,” former Mavericks guard Vince Carter said when asked about the Dallas’ blockbuster trade.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred feels ‘sorry’ for fans in Oakland with A’s planning move to Las Vegas
Rob Manfred rejected Oakland mayor’s claims the A’s had “no intention of staying” and used the city to get a better stadium deal elsewhere.