MLB season is in jeopardy after outbreak of COVID-19 cases on the Miami Marlins has postponed at least two games, including the Yankees vs. Phillies.
Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY
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Nelson Cruz and the Twins displayed their offensive prowess in Chicago, putting the upstart White Sox on notice that Minnesota is still team to beat.
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Opinion: With no fans and new safety protocols, baseball in 2020 is ultimate war of words
With no fans in the stands to muffle players’ voices, and safety protocols limiting escalation, trash talk is taking center stage during 2020 season.
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MLB salaries: How the 60-game shortened season impacts player salaries
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MLB, players agree to expanded 2020 playoffs with 16 teams
Major League Baseball’s strange 2020 season will now have 16 teams reach the playoffs instead of 10.
Opinion: Mookie Betts extension makes Dodgers the World Series favorites for years to come
The only thing missing from the Dodgers’ recent run of success is a World Series title. With Mookie Betts in tow, that could be about to change.
Mookie Betts signs mammoth 12-year extension with Dodgers
The Dodgers have signed All-Star outfielder Mookie Betts to the richest contract in franchise history that could reach nearly $400M.