Esteban Loaiza appears before a court facing charges of possession and transportation of over 10 pounds of narcotics

ByTom

Former All-Star pitcher Esteban Loaiza appears before a court in San Diego, CA facing charges of possession and transportation of over 10 pounds of narcotics and using a false compartment to smuggle drugs. The charges stem from a traffic stop on February 9th, when police discovered the modification to the van he was driving, and obtained a search warrant to his home in Imperial Beach, CA, where approximately 40 pounds of what appears to be cocaine was seized. Loaiza pleads not guilty and is released after posting a $250,000 bail.

Heartbreak in Parkland: Anthony Rizzo’s Emotional Return to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High Schoo

ByTom

One of the worst school shootings in U.S. history takes place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, resulting in the deaths of 16 persons and numerous others wounded. One of the school’s most famous alumni, 1B Anthony Rizzo of the Cubs, rushes to his alma mater to attempt to provide comfort to survivors.

Cardinals top pitching prospect Alex Reyes is injured and will require Tommy John surgery

ByTom

2017 – As pitchers and catchers begin to report for spring training, the Cardinals get some bad news: top pitching prospect Alex Reyes is diagnosed with a complete tear of his ulnar collateral ligament and will require Tommy John surgery, putting him out of action for the entire season. It’s also a loss for the Dominican Republic national team, which was counting on Reyes for the 2017 World Baseball Classic.

For the first time at Wrigley Field, the Cubs will allow ads on the green doors located in the ivy in the left- and right-field bleachers, according to Jay Blunk, director of marketing and sales. Although the team has been approached by other companies, Under Armour, whose company spokesman is newly acquired outfielder Alfonso Soriano, is the “right fit” for the 7-by-12 foot signage featuring the performance apparel’s signature logo.

ByTom

For the first time at Wrigley Field, the Cubs will allow ads on the green doors located in the ivy in the left- and right-field bleachers, according to Jay Blunk, director of marketing and sales. Although the team has been approached by other companies, Under Armour, whose company spokesman is newly acquired outfielder Alfonso Soriano, is the “right fit” for the 7-by-12 foot signage featuring the performance apparel’s signature logo.

According to an attorney, Anaheim City officials plan to ask a judge to order the Angels to drop “Los Angeles” from their name despite last week’s jury ruling that the team did not breach a contract by calling itself the “Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim”.

ByTom

According to an attorney, Anaheim City officials plan to ask a judge to order the Angels to drop “Los Angeles” from their name despite last week’s jury ruling that the team did not breach a contract by calling itself the “Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim”.

2005 – The Minnesota Twins sign Johan Santana, who was eligible for arbitration, to a four-year deal. In 2004, the 25-year-old lefthander became the first Venezuelan pitcher to win the Cy Young Award.

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2005 – The Minnesota Twins sign Johan Santana, who was eligible for arbitration, to a four-year deal. In 2004, the 25-year-old lefthander became the first Venezuelan pitcher to win the Cy Young Award.

Chunichi Dragons return Kevin Millar to the Marlins for an undisclosed amount of money for relinquishing its rights

Chunichi Dragons return Kevin Millar to the Marlins for an undisclosed amount of money for relinquishing its rights

ByTom

2003 – After much speculation, the Chunichi Dragons return Kevin Millar to the Marlins for an undisclosed amount of money for relinquishing its rights. After reconsidering an offer from the Boston Red Sox, Millar had a change of heart and does not want to play for the Japanese Central League team.