Washington National’s outfielder, Rick Ankiel, received a standing ovation Monday night after his throw to home plate in Monday’s 6-3 win over the Astros.
Joe Torre Resigns as MLB Executive to Join Group Purchasing LA Dodgers
January 4, 2012 By
Joe Torre announced his resignation as MLB executive vice president on Wednesday, Jan 4, so he could join a group that is pursuing ownership of the LA Dodgers. Torre managed the LA Dodgers from 2008-2010. Joe Torre, a popular motivational speaker through PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency, has resigned as MLB executive vice president to pursue the purchase of the LA Dodgers.
Magic Johnson Hopes to Buy LA Dodgers
December 2, 2011 By
Lakers legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson is reportedly part of a group looking to buy the LA Dodgers, according to the Los Angeles Times. Johnson would reportedly join with former Washington Nationals and Atlanta Braves executive Stan Kasten and financier Mark Walter, CEO of Guggenheim Partners.
Seattle Mariners Outfielder Greg Halman Killed in Rotterdam
November 21, 2011 By
ROTTERDAM – Police were called to a home early Monday morning where Greg Halman, 24, MLB outfielder for the Seattle Mariners, was found stabbed to death in the city of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The media reports that his younger brother, 22, has been arrested and is being questioned. ... Read More
Tony La Russa Retires On Top After Winning 2011 World Series
November 3, 2011 By
Tony La Russa announced his retirement as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday, Nov 1, three days after winning a seven-game world series against the Texas Rangers.
St. Louis Cardinals Beat Texas Rangers 6-2 in Game 7 to Win 2011 World Series (VIDEO)
October 29, 2011 By
ST LOUIS, MO – It was a great ending for the the St. Louis Cardinals who beat the Texas Rangers 6-2 in game 7 to win the 2011 World Series baseball championship in St. Louis on Friday Oct. 28. Fans were elated when Cardinals third baseman, David Freese, was named Most Valuable Player (MVP). Freese batted .348 with five extra-base hits in the Series and set an MLB record with 21 RBIs in the postseason. ... Read More
Cardinals David Freese Hits 11th Inning Home Run in Game Six to Tie World Series with Texas Rangers 3-3 (VIDEO)
October 28, 2011 By
The Texas Rangers needed one final strike in the 9th and 10th innings Thursday night, Oct 27, in Game 6 of the World Series to win the championship, but it didn’t happen. Instead in the 11th inning St Louis Cardinals, David Freese hit a solo home run off pitcher Mark Lowe tying the series 3-3.
Rangers Take 3-2 Lead in 2011 World Series After Defeating Cardinals 4-2 in Game 5. La Russa Blamed for Costly Mistakes
October 25, 2011 By
ARLINGTON, TX – Mike Napoli had an historic night in game 5 of the 2011 World Series. His tie breaking two run double in the eigth inning put the Texas Rangers in the lead 4-2 over the St Louis Cardinals. It also made Napoli just the second player in baseball history to have 4 multiple RBI games in a single Fall Classic. The other was Mickey Mantle in 1960.
Cardinals Beat Rangers 3-2 in Game 1 of the World Series
October 20, 2011 By
When St Louis Cardinal’s manager Tony LaRussa called upon pinch-hitter Allen Craig after yanking Carpenter in the sixth inning, Craig came through.
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Cal Ripken Jr Has “Itch” to Return to Baseball
September 1, 2011 By
BALTIMORE, MD – Cal Ripken Jr, the former Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer, recently made headlines when he said he had an “itch” to return to the game. This lead to speculation that Ripken might be interested in joining the team’s management in some capacity. Cal Ripken, Jr. is a popular speaker says PFP Sports and Celebrity Talent Agency.
