by Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) CHICAGO, IL — When looking at the AL Central, we will see all ends of the spectrum, a team with a potent lineup, a team with a “lights-out” rotation, and a team with a very talented young core. The Minnesota Twins hit more home runs than any other team last year and added former MVP Josh Donaldson this offseason. He joins … Continue reading MLB: The Battle For AL Central (VIDEO)
Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) PHOENIX, AZ — After missing nine games due to back inflammation, Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw returned to the mound pitched 5 2/3 innings with six strikeouts against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. Kershaw threw the fastball with accuracy and patience while on the mound, along with strong velocity. “It was fun,’’ Kershaw said. “I missed it. I didn’t know how long it … Continue reading Kershaw Has Spectacular Return For Dodgers (VIDEO)
by Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) Anaheim, CA — Despite the Los Angeles Angels 10-7 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night at Angel Stadium, one of the few bright spots for the team was Brian Goodwin tribute to the late Nipsey Hussle and Kobe Bryant. In the bottom of the fifth inning, Goodwin connected on a 409 foot solo homer to center that gave the … Continue reading Angels’ Brian Goodwin Honors Nipsey And Kobe (VIDEO)
by Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) KANSAS CITY — Superstar Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes made another solid investment in becoming an owner in the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday. Mahomes is the son of former Major League baseball pitcher Pat Mahomes, and as a kid hung around clubhouses and continued to follow the game of baseball. “I’m honored to become a part-owner of the Kansas … Continue reading Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes Acquires Royals Ownership (VIDEO)
by Chris Camello (@chris_camello) NEW YORK, NY– If you are looking for a division with a small margin of error, it’s the NL East. There are at least three teams that could win this division title and it wouldn’t surprise anyone. The Atlanta Braves won the competitive NL East last season and will be looked at as the favorite again this year. The Braves are … Continue reading MLB Preview: Who’s The Least In NL East? (VIDEO)
by Chris Camello (@chris_camello) NEW YORK — When thinking about the AL East, there’s the New York Yankees and basically everybody else. With their big bats healthy, the Yankees’ lineup is stacked and won’t give opposing pitchers a break. The Bronx Bombers’ lineup led by Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Gary Sanchez, DJ LeMahieu, and Gleyber Torres could give new meaning to “Murderers’ Row.” New York … Continue reading MLB Preview: AL East- The Real Beast In The East (VIDEO)
by Chris Camello (@chris_camello) ANAHEIM, CA — The AL West could certainly be one of the divisions that figures to be one of the more competitive ones this season. While they have been mired in a scandalous cheating controversy that saw little punishment, the Houston Astros remain a talented team which has the majority of their core intact making them the favorite to win the … Continue reading MLB Preview: AL West, Who Will Dethrone Houston? (VIDEO)
by Chris Camello (@chris_camello) LOS ANGELES — In a condensed 60-game schedule, the L.A. Dodgers are considered the heavy favorite to clinch yet another NL West division crown. The rich got richer as L.A. acquired former MVP and World Series champion Mookie Betts to provide speed and power to an already star-laden offense that features fellow MVP Cody Bellinger, Justin Turner, and Corey Seager. “I … Continue reading MLB Preview: NL West – The Wild West Returns (VIDEO)
by Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder and MLB champion Mookie Betts signed a huge contract extension on Wednesday worth $365 million for 12 years that will keep Betts in L.A. until 2032. While currently on his $27 million deal for one season, Betts is estimated to make a total of $392 million for 13 years. “I just love being here,” Betts … Continue reading Mookie Betts: The Face That Runs The Place In L.A. (VIDEO)
by Nick Hamilton (@NickHamiltonLA) LOS ANGELES — Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts made a strong statement during a media zoom call, wanting the Black community to love baseball and voice his displeasure in MLB’s response regarding the George Floyd death at the hands of the police. “I think baseball did not do a good job with that, but voices were heard,” Betts said. “That’s the main … Continue reading Dodgers’ Mookie Betts Wants More Done In Black Community By MLB (VIDEO)
