Benjamin Hoffman
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Succession Finale: Was MLB’s Bill Wambsganss a Spoiler?
In the HBO series finale, Tom Wambsgans beat out three competitors at once, just like the Cleveland second baseman who turned the only unassisted triple...
Oakland Athletics Close In on Las Vegas Stadium Deal
From faking a rainout at a World Series game to a possum in a television booth, the Athletics have rarely been happy at home. Will...
Dodgers Reinvite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to Pride Night
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence have been reinstated to this year’s festivities and will receive a Community Hero Award.
Mark Vientos Called Up by Mets as Team Seeks Offense
Mark Vientos, a slugging infielder, will be asked to provide some pop for a team that has struggled despite a high payroll.
What We Learned Through a Quarter of the M.L.B. Season
The Mets have struggled (but may be fine), stolen bases are cool again (but runners, beware), and it’s too early to judge (most of) the...
Luis Arraez of Miami Marlins Is Flirting With .400
Luis Arraez of the Miami Marlins is hitting nearly .400 despite having one of the game’s softest swings. He could become the third player with...
Justin Verlander’s Return Bolsters Mets Even With a Loss
Justin Verlander was far from perfect in his first start of the season, but in a tough year for Mets and Yankees starters, he provided...
Rob Manfred Says Athletics Have Work to Do on Las Vegas Deal
Rob Manfred expressed enthusiasm for the Athletics’ hopes of finally getting a stadium deal in Las Vegas, but said Oakland was not entirely out of...
Max Scherzer and the History of Ball-Doctoring Excuses and Denials
If baseball’s history is any indication, Max Scherzer’s suspension over ball-doctoring accusations will not affect his long-term reputation.
Oakland A’s Fans Plan Reverse Boycott of Team in June
The Oakland Athletics have been historically inept and have played in front of sparse crowds. A reverse boycott hopes to send a message that the...