Commissioner Bud Selig rejects a proposed television deal between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Fox Sports for “not being in the interests of the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise, the game of baseball and the millions of loyal fans of this historic club.” He adds that the deal “would have the effect of mortgaging the future of the franchise to the long-term detriment of the club and its fans.” The rejection also invalidates the terms of the divorce settlement between owner Frank McCourt and his wife Jamie announced on June 17th. As McCourt is relying on the deal’s approval to meet immediate payroll demands and operating expenses, he risks falling into insolvency, which may prompt Major League Baseball to take over operation of the club in order to put it up for sale.

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On June 20, Commissioner Bud Selig rejects a proposed television deal between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Fox Sports for “not being in the interests of the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise, the game of baseball and the millions of loyal fans of this historic club.” He adds that the deal “would have the effect of mortgaging the future of the franchise


Tim Hudson pitches 8 scoreless innings and launches a rocket home run into the left field stands off Ricky Romero in the 7th inning to drive in both of his team’s runs as the Braves beat the Blue Jays, 2 – 0. Hudson retires 20 straight batters before Mike McCoy draws a walk to lead off the 9th and Yunel Escobar follows with an infield single. Craig Kimbrel then steps in to strike out the next three batters to end the game and earn his 20th save.

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On June 20, Tim Hudson pitches 8 scoreless innings and launches a rocket home run into the left field stands off Ricky Romero in the 7th inning to drive in both of his team’s runs as the Braves beat the Blue Jays, 2 – 0. Hudson retires 20 straight batters before Mike McCoy draws a walk to lead off the 9th and Yunel Escobar follows


Jack McKeon, becomes the second oldest manager in baseball history

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Interested in exploring FRANCHISING? We will help you through your journey visit us @ www.franchisingconnection.com On June 20, Jack McKeon, who first managed in the major leagues with the Kansas City Royals in 1973, is back at the helm at age 80, taking over the Florida Marlins after the resignation of Edwin Rodriguez. This makes