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Bradford Doolittle / ESPN:
Max Scherzer cleared to start potential Game 7 of World Series — HOUSTON — Washington Nationals manager Dave Martinez said ailing ace Max Scherzer will — for now — start Game 7 of the World Series on Wednesday, if Washington is able to stave off elimination against the Houston Astros on Tuesday.
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Jeff Passan / ESPN:
How one blown strike call in Game 5 illustrates MLB's need for robot umps — WASHINGTON — The dawn of the robot umpire is near, and it is time. Game 5 of the World Series exemplified this. Plate umpire Lance Barksdale actually called a decent game by the current standards for umpires …
Scott Gleeson / USA Today:
MLB bans women who flashed their chests behind home plate during Game 5 of World Series
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Larry Brown Sports, New York Post and MLB Baseball News …
Chris Chavez / Sports Illustrated:
Max Scherzer Scratches From World Series Game 5 Start Due to Back, Neck Issues
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MLB Baseball News …, McCovey Chronicles and Denver Post
Adam Kilgore / Washington Post:
Game 5 umpire controversy raises a question: Should MLB use an electronic system to make calls?
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The Ringer and baseballmusings.com
George Miller / MLB Trade Rumors:
Max Scherzer Scratched From Game 5 Start
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FanGraphs Baseball and MLB Baseball News …
Bradford Doolittle / ESPN:
Nats ace Max Scherzer scratched from Game 5 start with neck spasms
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Marc Topkin / Tampa Bay Times:
Rays will cover Chaim Bloom's duties from within — Chaim Bloom had numerous responsibilities as a senior vice president with the Rays, and now that he has left for the Red Sox his duties will be assumed by several other executives.Rather than replace Bloom directly, the Rays will have a trio of executives …
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The Boston Globe:
Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom: The goal is ‘sustained long-term success’ — A glimpse into the Red Sox' future could be found Monday afternoon at Fenway Park.The Sox' fell short of a playoff berth just a year after winning a World Series. It was the first time the team missed …
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Darren Hartwell / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
In Chaim Bloom hire, Red Sox ownership returns to its original vision
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NBCSports.com, Talking Chop and DRaysBay
NBCSports.com:
Former NL manager in play for Phillies pitching coach position — The Phillies wanted an experienced manager and the same appears to be true of their open pitching coach position. — Former Reds manager and longtime big-league pitching coach Bryan Price has emerged as a strong candidate, according to multiple sources.
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AZ Snake Pit, Phillies Nation and MLB Trade Rumors
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Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Yankees Fire Pitching Coach Larry Rothschild — 10:48am: The Yankees have formally announced that Rothschild will not return to the staff in 2020. — “I want to personally thank Larry for his near decade of commitment to this organization,” general manager Brian Cashman said in the press release announcing the move.
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Tony Andracki / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Now that David Ross is in the manager's chair, Cubs turn their attention to coaching staff — David Ross' boxes are all (presumably) moved into the manager's office at Wrigley Field and the introductory press conference is in the rearview mirror. — Now the — Cubs turn their attention to the rest of the coaching staff.
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Jesse Rogers / ESPN:
David Ross introduced as new manager of Cubs — CHICAGO — New Cubs manager David Ross and team president Theo Epstein pushed back on the notion that Ross simply will be an extension of the front office after working as a special assistant in it over the past three years. — Ross is set out to be his own man.
Jason Mackey / Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Sources: Pirates planning to fire GM Neal Huntington to complete house-cleaning — Many this offseason clamored for the Pirates to clean house, to go in a completely different direction. — They did, albeit in delayed, disjointed fashion. — The Pirates have fired general manager Neal Huntington …
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Chris Creamer / Chris Creamer's SportsLogos.Net News …:
Leaked: NEW Milwaukee Brewers Ball-in-Glove Logo for 2020 — It's been rumoured for years, but now it appears to be finally happening. The Milwaukee Brewers are returning to their classic “Ball-in-Glove” logo full-time for the 2020 season. — Thanks to a preview of a new Topps Baseball Card set …
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NBCSports.com, Bleacher Nation and Brew Crew Ball
Dalton Johnson / MLB Baseball News, Scores …:
Giants' Joey Bart showcased star potential in Arizona Fall League — Joey Bart entered the Arizona Fall League with one of the hottest bats in baseball, at any level. His stick stayed scorching hot in the desert, too, until an injury kept him out of the lineup.
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NBCSports.com, Twinkie Town and Camden Chat
Steve Adams / MLB Trade Rumors:
Blue Jays Claim Anthony Bass, Designate Ryan Dull — The Blue Jays announced Tuesday that they've claimed right-hander Anthony Bass off waivers from the Mariners. In a corresponding roster move, Toronto designated fellow right-hander Ryan Dull for assignment.
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Lookout Landing and Bluebird Banter
Deesha Thosar / New York Daily News:
Mets managerial search progresses into third round of interviews — When it comes to choosing their next manager, perhaps for the Mets, accuracy is everything. One thing is certain: Speed is hardly a concern. Brodie Van Wagenen and Mets officials are expected to begin a third round …
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Amazin' Avenue and MLB Trade Rumors
Sports Illustrated:
Astros Owner Jim Crane Apologizes to Sports Illustrated's Stephanie Apstein, Retracts Team's Initial Statement — Houston Astros owner Jim Crane sent a letter Saturday to Sports Illustrated's Stephanie Apstein, retracting his organization's allegation that she attempted “to fabricate a story” last week.
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Manish Mehta / New York Daily News:
Jets looking to trade Le'Veon Bell before Tuesday deadline: sources — Could Le'Veon Bell's time with the Jets already be coming to an end? — The Daily News has learned that Gang Green is amenable to dealing the perennial Pro Bowl running back for the right price before the 4 p.m. trade deadline.
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