Two-time All-Star second baseman Bolling dies
Frank Bolling, a two-time All-Star second baseman and the last player to hit a grand slam off Sandy Koufax, has died. He was 88.
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Braves not changing name, looking at 'chop'
The Atlanta Braves said they will not change their name but are considering whether the tomahawk chop is appropriate.
David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer
Good luck picking your three outfield starters for a hypothetical National League All-Star team.
MLB players who are opting out of the 2020 season
As Major League Baseball attempts to start a 60-game season during the COVID-19 pandemic, here are the players who have said they will not be participating.
'I'll miss the National League game': NL managers weigh in on the universal DH
Who's a traditionalist? Who can't wait to have an extra bat in the lineup? Here's what every NL skipper had to say about MLB's biggest 2020 rule change.
Buster Olney's top 10 first basemen: Has Alonso powered his way to the top of the list?
The Mets' slugging phenom is moving up in MLB's pecking order.
BBTN: Anthony Castrovince and Todd Radom go deep on Cleveland changing its name
MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince joins Buster to discuss the Cleveland name change, the history of the name “Indians” for the team, why he favors the Spiders for the new name, the inspiration for his book “A Fan’s Guide to Baseball Analytics” and what he thinks happens with Francisco Lindor this season (5:33). Plus, Todd Radom stops by to talk about the work involved with a team changing its name and creating a new logo (21:46).
The 60-game MLB schedule is out! Here's what you need to know and the big matchups we're circling
The dates for baseball's 60-game sprint of a season are officially set. Here's what we can't wait to see once the games begin.
Dan Mullen ESPN.com
The 2020 MLB schedule starts July 23 with a Yankees-Nationals matchup (7 p.m. ET, ESPN) followed by Giants-Dodgers (10 p.m. ET, ESPN). Opening Day for the rest of the league comes July 24, highlighted by Braves-Mets (4 ET, ESPN), Brewers-Cubs (7 ET, ESPN), Angels-A's (10 ET, ESPN) and the Rangers hosting the Rockies in the first game at Texas' new ballpark.
Markakis to opt out of MLB season after 'eye-opening' talk (1:53)
BBTN: Dave Schoenfield on Cleveland changing its name and players expressing skepticism about playing; Sarah Langs on the David Price opting out
David Schoenfield joins Buster to discuss Cleveland’s decision to review its name, possible names to replace the Indians, Freddie Freeman getting sick, Mike Trout, Sean Doolittle and Buster Posey’s skepticism about playing, and what the tipping point could be to shut the season down (7:16). Later, Sarah Langs drops by to talk about her aversion to spiders and what losing David Price means to the Dodgers (26:02).
Braves' Markakis opts out after Freeman talk
Nick Markakis has opted out of this season after the Braves veteran outfielder had an "eye-opening" talk with teammate Freddie Freeman, who tested positive for COVID-19.
Will more MLB players follow Price, Felix and opt out? (1:49)
King Felix to skip 2020 because of virus concerns
Felix Hernandez, who was trying to make the Braves before spring training was halted by the coronavirus pandemic, won't pitch this season because of concerns about the virus, his agent announced on Twitter on Saturday night.
Braves give no indication if name change planned
Without saying if the team would consider changing its name, the Atlanta Braves issued a statement Saturday saying it "honors, supports, and values the Native American community. That will never change."
Freeman among four Braves who tested positive for COVID-19 (2:23)
Virus hit Braves' Freeman 'like a ton of bricks'
Freddie Freeman, a four-time All-Star who batted .295 last season and set career highs with 38 homers and 121 RBIs, is one of four Braves players to test positive for the coronavirus. The others are Will Smith, Touki Toussaint and Pete Kozma.
Braves' Hamels: Shoulder feels strong after layoff
Veteran pitcher Cole Hamels said the delay caused by the pandemic has actually helped him in that his left shoulder feels strong entering a shortened season.
Fantasy Baseball: "Sugar", Bias And Structuring Your 60-Game Fantasy Season
Joon Lee joins Eric to talk optimism about the shortened season, Ivy League culture, the movie Sugar and your best 2020 questions.
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
ESPN has learned that more than half of all intake testing is almost complete as MLB prepares for preseason workouts to officially resume tomorrow. General information about the results will be released in the next 24-48 hours, but will not have identifying factors in order to protect players' privacy. As previously reported, COVID-19 related information won't be disclosed without players' permission.
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
Manager Luis Rojas confirms Mets hitting coach Chili Davis will be working remotely. Rojas also said all Mets players have reported to "summer camp" and are currently undergoing the intake and COVID-19 testing process.
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
In a statement to ESPN, MLB said it wouldn't disclose COVID-19 related information without an individual's permission. MLB does plan to publish general testing information, for example, number of tests and positive results, but with no player names or identifying characteristics.
Everything you need to know as MLB's 2020 season restart begins
Spring training 2.0 ... or summer camp? No matter what you call it, baseball's road back to the field starts today. Here's what you need to get up to speed.
Marly Rivera ESPN Writer
MLB statement to ESPN regarding teams not naming players that test positive for coronavirus: "Because COVID-19 is not considered an employment-related injury, we will respect the privacy of the players who test positive or who are under evaluation, and we will defer to their wishes regarding public updates about their status. Without their voluntary permission, we will not disclose any COVID-19 related information."
MLB Stock Watch: How much has changed for all 30 teams since we saw them last
Teams are coming back for a 60-game sprint of a season. How much has baseball's 100-day interruption shaken up expectations?
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Grapefruit League Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | 14 | 5 | .737 | - | W3 |
| Miami | 12 | 6 | .667 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Toronto | 12 | 6 | .667 | 1.5 | W6 |
| New York | 11 | 8 | .579 | 3 | W1 |
| Baltimore | 9 | 7 | .563 | 3.5 | L1 |
| Tampa Bay | 9 | 8 | .529 | 4 | L3 |
| St. Louis | 10 | 9 | .526 | 4 | W1 |
| Boston | 9 | 10 | .474 | 5 | W5 |
| Detroit | 8 | 9 | .471 | 5 | L1 |
| New York | 8 | 9 | .471 | 5 | W3 |
| Minnesota | 7 | 8 | .467 | 5 | L4 |
| Atlanta | 8 | 11 | .421 | 6 | W2 |
| Houston | 7 | 11 | .389 | 6.5 | L2 |
| Washington | 6 | 11 | .353 | 7 | L1 |
| Pittsburgh | 3 | 15 | .167 | 10.5 | L4 |
Team Leaders
- Batting
- Pitching
BATTING AVERAGE
Home Runs
RUNS BATTED IN
Earned Run Average
Wins
Strikeouts
Team Stats
- Batting
- Pitching
Runs79Tied-24th
Batting Average.21929th
On Base Percentage.28930th
Slugging Percentage.33129th
Earned Run Average3.264th
Quality Starts0Tied-1st
WHIP1.2912th
BAA.2285th