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VIDEO: Pirates Pitcher Lunges Heckling Fan In Bullpen Blowup VIDEO: Pirates Pitcher Lunges Heckling Fan In Bullpen Blowup
Video: Pirates Pitcher Lunges Heckling Fan In Bullpen Blowup Swing and a miss. A fan was ejected, and Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Dennis Santana is facing scrutiny for going after a fan while he was warming up in Detroit. The incident played out during the second game of a split doubleheader between the Pirates and Tigers, and was caught on camera by a fan in the stands.  Live from comerica park🤣 dennis santana swings on a fan with a tigers hat and pirates jersey lmfao@woodwardsports @barstoolsports @mlb @Pirates @DennisSantanaRD pic.twitter.com/ulPd2YuqsM — daddy (@_shadky) June 20, 2025 In the video, Santana can be seen jawing with one o…
Rising Baltimore Orioles Prospect, 19, Dies In Jet Ski Crash Off Florida Coast Rising Baltimore Orioles Prospect, 19, Dies In Jet Ski Crash Off Florida Coast
Rising Baltimore Orioles Prospect, 19, Dies In Jet Ski Crash Off Florida Coast A rising star in the Baltimore Orioles farm system has died following a watercraft collision off the Florida coast, team officials confirmed. Luis Guevara, a 19-year-old infielder from Venezuela, died from injuries he suffered in a jet ski crash on Sunday, June 15, near Lido Key in Sarasota, according to Minor League Baseball and the Orioles. Two jet skis reportedly collided head-on in the waters off the barrier island.  Guevara was rushed to the hospital, but did not survive. The team postponed its Florida Complex League games on Monday and Tuesday in the wake of the incident. “This…
Ex-Mets Star Zack Wheeler Says He’s Retiring After 2027 Season: Report Ex-Mets Star Zack Wheeler Says He’s Retiring After 2027 Season: Report
Ex-Mets Star Zack Wheeler Says He’s Retiring After 2027 Season: Report The one who got away from the New York Mets is ready to step away from the Philadelphia Phillies. Ace Zack Wheeler, among the best pitchers in baseball, is ready to trade fastballs for fatherhood when his $126 million contract expires at the end of the 2027 season, according to a new report from The Athletic. The multi-time All-Star and Cy Young Award finalist indicated that he plans to hang up his cleats two years from now, when he will be 37, to be surrounded by his family, which includes four children. Once a top Mets prospect after being drafted by the San Francisco Giants, Wheeler spe…
10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship 10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship
10-Year-Old Bryson Funk Dies Of Heart Attack Day After Linglestown Baseball Championship A 10-year-old boy died just one day after helping his team win a baseball championship in Dauphin County, loved ones say. Bryson Funk, of the Lower Paxton Township area, suffered a fatal heart attack on Thursday, June 12, according to a GoFundMe launched by a family member. His death was later attributed to myocarditis. Just hours earlier, Bryson had pitched the final three innings of his All-Star team’s championship game, striking out the final batter to clinch the win. The photo now circulating with the fundraiser was the last picture taken by his parents — a smiling Bryson, still in unif…
'Burn It Down': Red Sox Fans Lose It After Shocking Rafael Devers Trade 'Burn It Down': Red Sox Fans Lose It After Shocking Rafael Devers Trade
'Burn It Down': Red Sox Fans Lose It After Shocking Rafael Devers Trade The Boston Red Sox stunned the baseball world on Sunday with an out-of-nowhere trade of franchise centerpiece Rafael Devers. In a shocking move, the Red Sox sent the disgruntled third baseman-turned designated hitter — and decidedly not first baseman — to the San Francisco Giants for right-hander Jordan Hicks, left-hander Kyle Harrison, and prospects James Tibbs and Jose Bello. The move, which happened just after the Red Sox defeated the Yankees 2-0 on Sunday, June 15, took fans by surprise. Welcome to the Red Sox, Kyle & Jordan. pic.twitter.com/cUG4UOHy6P — Red Sox (@RedSox) J…
'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie 'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie
'Jaws' Turns 50: Where To Watch, Celebrate Steven Spielberg's Iconic Shark Movie You're going to need a bigger couch to celebrate the golden anniversary of "Jaws." All four movies based on the 1975 classic officially began streaming on Peacock on Sunday, June 15. The move is part of NBC's celebration of the 50th anniversary of "Jaws." The thriller was set in a fictional New England town called Amity Island, based on the real island of Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. NBC will show "Jaws" in primetime at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 20, exactly 50 years after it first debuted in theaters. The three-hour broadcast will include a special introduction from director Steven Spiel…
Teen Killed In Maryland Bonfire Shooting Mourned As ‘The Best’ By Loved Ones Teen Killed In Maryland Bonfire Shooting Mourned As ‘The Best’ By Loved Ones
Teen Killed In Maryland Bonfire Shooting Mourned As ‘The Best’ By Loved Ones Chris Parsley was 19 and spending time with friends at a bonfire — something he’d done many times before, according to loved ones. But a night that should’ve been filled with music, laughter, and celebration ended in tragedy. Parsley was fatally shot during a large house party on Centreville Road in Queen Anne’s County just after 1 a.m. on Sunday, June 1, according to the sheriff’s office. Two others were also shot and survived. 🚨 REWARD 🚨 Metro Crime Stoppers Of Maryland is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the... Posted by Queen Anne's County Office of …
Rye Native George Kirby Hit By Scary 102 MPH Comebacker To Face: 'We're Good' Rye Native George Kirby Hit By Scary 102 MPH Comebacker To Face: 'We're Good'
Rye Native George Kirby Hit By Scary 102 MPH Comebacker To Face: 'We're Good' "I didn’t even hurt," said Mariners pitcher and Westchester County, NY native George Kirby after being hit in the mouth during a game on Tuesday night, June 3.  The Seattle Mariners pitcher and Rye, NY native Kirby had a frightening moment on the mound when a 102.7 mph line drive hit him in the face during his start against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, June 3, according to a report by MLB.com.  The incident happened in the top of the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, when a comebacker off the bat of Baltimore’s Ramón Urías struck Kirby’s pitching thumb before deflecti…
Chatham Coach, Devoted Dad Peter Gianusso Dies At 52 After Cancer Battle Chatham Coach, Devoted Dad Peter Gianusso Dies At 52 After Cancer Battle
Chatham Coach, Devoted Dad Peter Gianusso Dies At 52 After Cancer Battle Peter Michael Gianusso, a beloved Morris County father, coach, and Red Sox fan, died on Saturday, May 24, after a 17-month battle with cancer, his obituary on the Bradley Funeral Home website says. He was 52. Gianusso was a devoted husband to Bethany (Wilber) Gianusso for 25 years and loving and proud father to Isabella (22), Luca (20), Serafina (17), and Tomasso (15), his obituary says. “His love for his family was the foundation of his world, and he cherished every moment spent with them—whether on a baseball field, in the car trying to do the latest TikTok trend, or simply…
John Oliver Is Rebranding Erie SeaWolves — Here's The Twisted Catch John Oliver Is Rebranding Erie SeaWolves — Here's The Twisted Catch
John Oliver Is Rebranding Erie SeaWolves — Here's The Twisted Catch One Minor League Baseball team just handed over its identity—completely—to John Oliver. Last week, on "Last Week Tonight With John Oliver," the late-night host took a deep dive into Minor League Baseball with a "very special offer" for one team: to give them a total rebrand. The catch? The show gets complete control. "I have a very special offer. We are willing to use all of our resources and stupidity to give one Minor League Baseball team a total rebrand. "We will give you a new team name. A new mascot. We will even throw you a theme night. It will be personalized and it will be be…
Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs
Weight-Loss Drug Theory Surfaces After MLB Phillies’ José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games For PEDs A key Phillies reliever has been suspended for half the season after testing positive for a banned substance, MLB officials announced on Sunday, May 18. José Alvarado, the 28-year-old left-hander known for his firepower out of the bullpen, tested positive for exogenous testosterone, a performance-enhancing drug banned under Major League Baseball’s Joint Prevention and Treatment Program. He was suspended 80 games without pay, effective immediately. Alvarado was off to a strong start in 2025, posting a 4-1 record with seven saves and a 2.70 ERA in 20 games. The hard-throwing reliever is in t…
Miracle Met Signing Books In Northvale: Here's Where, When Miracle Met Signing Books In Northvale: Here's Where, When
Miracle Met Signing Books In Northvale: Here's Where, When With the Mets in first place, it’s as good as time as ever to remember when they ruled the baseball world. Art Shamsky , who helped lead the New York Mets to victory in the 1969 World Series, is signing copies of "Mets Stories I Only Tell My Friends" at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Saturday, May 17 at noon. A prominent fan favorite among the Mets Jewish fanbase, the book features stories and anecdotes from Shamky's 50-year association with the Amazin's, according to a synopsis. Shamsky takes readers into the dugout of the 1969 New York Mets team that shocked baseball, including stor…
Holy Curveball: Baltimore Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope After Curious Question Holy Curveball: Baltimore Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope After Curious Question
Holy Curveball: Baltimore Orioles Fan Scores Signed Baseball From Pope After Curious Question A Baltimore Orioles fan from Colorado was gifted a precious signed baseball by the new American pope—but not before being subjected to a slightly awkward question. Pope Leo XIV, a known baseball fan who was at a World Series game in 2005 sporting White Sox gear, offered up a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an avid collector, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. Well, would you look at that... Congratulations to Chicago's own Pope Leo XIV pic.twitter.com/U5DJ7TOyDr — Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) May 8, 2025 Jason Perash, who visited the Vatican this week with the intention of ge…
MLB Lifts Bans On All-Time Hits Leader Pete Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson MLB Lifts Bans On All-Time Hits Leader Pete Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson
MLB Lifts Bans On All-Time Hits Leader Pete Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson In a groundbreaking and unanticipated decision, Major League Baseball (MLB) Commissioner Rob Manfred has removed all-time greats Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson, among others, from the permanently ineligible list. This potentially paves the way for their induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.  Rose, a switch-hitting infielder/outfielder, is MLB's all-time leader in hits (4,256), games played (3,562), at-bats (14,053) and singles (3,215). He was one of the stars of the Cincinnati Reds' Big Red Machine which won back-to-back World Series in 1975 and '76.…
Fan Who Fell 21 Feet Onto Field At PNC Park Takes First Steps, Battles Broken Neck (UPDATE) Fan Who Fell 21 Feet Onto Field At PNC Park Takes First Steps, Battles Broken Neck (UPDATE)
Fan Who Fell 21 Feet Onto Field At PNC Park Takes First Steps, Battles Broken Neck (Update) The young man who fell 21 feet from the bleachers onto the warning track at PNC Park during a Pirates game is now walking—but his injuries remain severe, and his family says the fight is far from over. Kavan Markwood, who tumbled from the Clemente Wall during the seventh inning of the Wednesday, April 30 Pirates-Cubs matchup, suffered a broken neck, clavicle, and back, according to family friend Jennifer Phillips. He was left in critical condition after the fall, which Pittsburgh Public Safety has ruled accidental in nature. On Monday, May 5, Phillips announced that Kavan had taken his firs…
Tigers’ Riley Greene Just Did Something No One In MLB History Has Ever Done Tigers’ Riley Greene Just Did Something No One In MLB History Has Ever Done
Tigers’ Riley Greene Just Did Something No One In MLB History Has Ever Done It's not every day you become the first person in Major League Baseball history to accomplish something. The Detroit Tigers' Riley Greene made history Friday night by clubbing two home runs in the ninth inning — becoming the first player in MLB history to ever do so. Greene led off the ninth with a solo shot, then added a three-run blast later in the inning as the Tigers clubbed four home runs in the frame to secure a 9-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels. It is the first time in the history of baseball that a player hit two home runs in the ninth inning. Riley Greene delivers a clut…
NJ Celebs, And Other Stars, At The Kentucky Derby 2025 NJ Celebs, And Other Stars, At The Kentucky Derby 2025
NJ Celebs, And Other Stars, At The Kentucky Derby 2025 New Jersey was well-represented at the 151st Kentucky Derby in Louisville, where Hillsdale native Livvy Dunne and Cresskill resident Tracy Morgan joined a star-studded lineup for one of the most glamorous weekends in sports. Dunne, a gymnast at LSU and Sports Illustrated model, co-hosted events at Club SI inside Churchill Downs Friday, May 2, alongside former MLB outfielder Jayson Werth, a part-owner of Derby horse Flying Mohawk, according to event organizers. The Derby will take place at 6:57 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Churchill Downs. Morgan, known for his roles on "SNL" and "30 Ro…
Nationals Staffer Collapses On Field Before Phillies Game At CBP: Report (DEVELOPING) Nationals Staffer Collapses On Field Before Phillies Game At CBP: Report (DEVELOPING)
Nationals Staffer Collapses On Field Before Phillies Game At CBP: Report (Developing) A Washington Nationals staff member had to be stretchered off the field before Wednesday's game against the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, according to reports. The staffer — who has not been identified — reportedly collapsed on the field during batting practice before first pitch, scheduled for 6:45 p.m. on April 30. It was first reported by NBC Sports Philadelphia. There appears to be a serious medical situation on the field right now during Washington Nationals batting practice. It appears someone collapsed and they are attending to him. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/WTwCEwH2DF — John Clark (@J…
Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (WATCH) Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (WATCH)
Bryce Harper, Trea Turner Team Up For Viral Phillies Gender Reveal (Watch) It's a boy!  The Philadelphia Phillies fell to the San Francisco Giants on Monday night, but star Bryce Harper was the big winner, learning that he and his wife are expecting a baby boy.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by phillies (@phillies) In typical Harper fashion, the outfielder turned first baseman included the fans in the big moment, having buddy Trea Turner make it official when he handed him a blue bat in the first inning - indicating that his wife, Kayla, is expecting a boy.  They're having a boy! …
Death Toll Hits Hundreds In Caribbean Nightclub Collapse That Claimed Lives Of 2 Ex-MLB Players Death Toll Hits Hundreds In Caribbean Nightclub Collapse That Claimed Lives Of 2 Ex-MLB Players
Death Toll Hits Hundreds In Caribbean Nightclub Collapse That Claimed Lives Of 2 Ex-mlb Players The death toll from a catastrophic Caribbean nightclub roof collapse is now in the hundreds with two former Major League Baseball players among those killed. Click here for a new, related story - Restaurant Owner ID'd As First US Victim In Nightclub Collapse That's Killed Hundreds The incident occurred while a band performed onstage at the Jet Set Club in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic on Tuesday, April 8. An undetermined number of people are missing. The collapse happened around 12:30 a.m. About 155 have been hospitalized. Related story - Family Members Still B…
Netflix’s ‘The Clubhouse’ Reveals Red Sox’s 2024 Season On, Off Field Netflix’s ‘The Clubhouse’ Reveals Red Sox’s 2024 Season On, Off Field
Netflix’s ‘The Clubhouse’ Reveals Red Sox’s 2024 Season On, Off Field Netflix aims for a home run with its latest sports documentary, "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox."  The eight-part docuseries offers an unprecedented look into the Boston Red Sox's 2024 season, providing fans with intimate access to players, coaches, and executives as they navigate the highs and lows of life in the MLB. ​ "The Clubhouse" not only offers a behind-the-scenes look at the team's dynamics but also delves into personal stories that transcend the sport, making it a compelling watch for both baseball enthusiasts and those interested in narratives of personal triumph.​ …
Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star
Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star The official cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation. Miller Gardner, age 14, the youngest son of Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, died in his sleep on Friday, March 21. The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica. On Wednesday, April 2, authorities in Costa Rica, citin…
Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever' Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever'
Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever' The teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation is being remember for his smile and spirit. Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, age 14, on Sunday, March 23. Earlier report - Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days earlier after he became sick…
Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game
Historic Home Run Show: Aaron Judge's 3 Bombs Among Yanks' Team Record 9 Blasts In Single Game The Bronx Bombers more than lived up to their unofficial name in the second game of the 2025 season. The Yankees became only the second team in Major League Baseball history to hit nine home runs in a 20-9 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium on Saturday afternoon, March 29. It was the most homers hit in a game in franchise history. Right fielder Aaron Judge had three home runs, including a grand slam, and a career-high eight runs batted in. The Bombers started the game with an MLB record three first-pitch home runs off Brewers starter Nestor Cortes, who was traded from th…
MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch
MLB.TV Crashes On Opening Day As Furious Fans Miss First Pitch Millions missed their favorite team's first pitch on Opening Day when MLB.TV suffered widespread outages.  Tens of thousands of baseball fans reported that the app was not working for them as games kicked off around the country on Thursday afternoon, according to Down Detector. More than 20,000 complaints were lodged on the website as of 4:20 p.m. on March 27. Across MLB, 10 games were scheduled to start between 3 p.m. and 4:10 p.m., causing millions to flock to the app.  There was a cacophony of complaints on social media as customers were unable to watch or listen to their gam…
Meet Miracle Met In Ridgewood: Here's Where, When Meet Miracle Met In Ridgewood: Here's Where, When
Meet Miracle Met In Ridgewood: Here's Where, When Art Shamsky, who helped lead the New York Mets to the 1969 World Series, is ready to tell his story. Shamsky is signing copies of  "Mets Stories I Only Tell My Friends" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Sunday, March 30 at noon. A prominent fan favorite among the Mets Jewish fanbase, the book features stories and anecdotes from Shamky's 50-year association with the Amazin's, according to a synopsis. Shamsky takes readers into the dugout of the 1969 New York Mets team that shocked baseball, including stories about Tom Seaver, Gil Hodges and Ron Swoboda. Shamsky previously wrote "After the Mi…
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son
Ex-Yankees Star Reveals Death Of 14-Year-Old Son The teenage son of a former New York Yankees star has died. Click here for a new, updated story: Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old. The Gardners released a statement through the team on Sunday afternoon, March 23, revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days ago after he became sick while family was on vacation.  They sa…
Retired Irvington Officer Remembered: 'Respected, Committed' Retired Irvington Officer Remembered: 'Respected, Committed'
Retired Irvington Officer Remembered: 'Respected, Committed' A police department in Westchester is mourning retired Officer Robert J. Higle, a dedicated public servant who spent decades protecting his community and giving back in countless ways. Higle, a lifelong resident of Sleepy Hollow, died on Saturday, March 15, after a courageous battle with multiple illnesses, according to his obituary. He was 70 years old.  Born on February 2, 1954, Higle graduated from Sleepy Hollow High School in 1972 before beginning a long and distinguished career in law enforcement. In 1980, he joined the Irvington Police Department, where he served with honor and d…
Poughkeepsie Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected' Poughkeepsie Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected'
Poughkeepsie Man Dies Hours After Birth Of His Granddaughter: 'Completely Unexpected' A Dutchess County family is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 71-year-old Paul Keith Voutila, who died just hours after the birth of his granddaughter, Mia.  Voutila died on Thursday, March 13, soon after his family welcomed a new life. His family said his death was "completely unexpected."  "Just hours prior, his daughter Ashley gave birth to his granddaughter Mia, who he sadly never got the chance to meet. This has been an unimaginable loss for his wife Debbie and their children, Ashley and Mike," Voutila's loved ones wrote in a GoFundMe page started to raise money for his…
Orioles Pitcher’s Find Out He's Opening Day Starter In Adorable Way (VIDEO) Orioles Pitcher’s Find Out He's Opening Day Starter In Adorable Way (VIDEO)
Orioles Pitcher’s Find Out He's Opening Day Starter In Adorable Way (Video) Zach Eflin didn't hear he’d be the Orioles' Opening Day starter from longtime manager Brandon Hyde. Instead, the honor was delivered by his biggest supporters—his family. On Friday, the Orioles announced that Eflin will start the season opener on March 27 in Toronto against the Blue Jays. But before the news broke publicly, Eflin was called into Hyde’s office, handed an iPad, and greeted by a surprise: his wife, Lauren, and their four young children. In a video shared by the Orioles, Lauren set up the big moment with a dramatic countdown.  Zach got the news from his girls 🥹 pic.twi…
Yankees Lift Facial Hair Ban, Ending Decades Of Tradition And Controversy Yankees Lift Facial Hair Ban, Ending Decades Of Tradition And Controversy
Yankees Lift Facial Hair Ban, Ending Decades Of Tradition And Controversy Bronx Bombers like legendary first baseman Don Mattingly will no longer have to "get rid of those sideburns." The New York Yankees have officially ended their decades-old ban on facial hair, the MLB team announced on Friday, Feb. 21. Managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner said players and coaches will now be allowed to have well-maintained beards. The policy change means new acquisitions will no longer need to shave to earn their pinstripes. "In recent weeks I have spoken to a large number of former and current Yankees -- spanning several eras -- to elicit their perspectives on our long…