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Did You Know The ‘High Five’ Was Invented In The 1970s? The MLB Origin Story Will Blow Your Mind
The handshake is believed to date back to the 9th century B.C. as historians have ancient art depicting Assyrian and Babylonian kings ‘shaking hands’ to seal alliances. To many, the ‘high five‘ feels just as ancient. It is universal celebratory act where people slap hands in jubilation. Alas, that is not the case at all. […] The post Did You Know The ‘High Five’ Was Invented In The 1970s? The MLB Origin Story Will Blow Your Mind appeared first on BroBible.
Dodgers’ Dave Roberts reveals rare Shohei Ohtani plan for Marlins start
The Los Angeles Dodgers have been coasting right along so far on the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 20-9 after a recent home win over the Miami Marlins. Up next for the Dodgers is another home game against the Marlins on Tuesday, in which Shohei Ohtani will be the team’s starting pitcher. Now, more […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts reveals rare Shohei Ohtani plan for Marlins start appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Marlins Manager gets brutally honest on frustrating walk-off loss vs. Dodgers
The Miami Marlins left Dodger Stadium Monday night with a gut-punch 5-4 loss, and manager Clayton McCullough didn’t sugarcoat a thing when he faced the media afterward. McCullough was candid about the tough defeat, acknowledging that the Marlins had the game in hand before it slipped away, and that the only option now is to […] The post Marlins Manager gets brutally honest on frustrating walk-off loss vs. Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Baseball and broadsheets: Sportswriters trying to survive one day at a time
Pittsburgh has lately embodied the harshest causes for concern about the state and future of baseball and broadsheets alike. The Pirates are coming off seven consecutive losing seasons and struggling to draw five-digit crowds at each game. And whatever the news and mood around PNC Park, another Steel City institution has wondered if it will…
Dave Roberts says what everybody’s thinking after Kyle Tucker gets his moment
The Los Angeles Dodgers got an exciting win on Monday over the Miami Marlins. Kyle Tucker walked it off for the Dodgers by hitting a two-run single in the ninth inning. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts loved seeing Tucker play the hero. “It was great. He needed it. He needed a win,” Roberts said, per MLB.com. […] The post Dave Roberts says what everybody’s thinking after Kyle Tucker gets his moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Padres manager shares Manny Machado injury update after defeating Cubs
The San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs 9-7 on Monday night at Petco Park, improving to 19-9 on the season after returning from a Mexico City series. San Diego built an early 3-0 lead in the first inning, but Chicago answered with a second-inning solo home run and a third-inning grand slam to take […] The post Padres manager shares Manny Machado injury update after defeating Cubs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Philadelphia Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson before instantly naming MLB legend as his replacement
THE Philadelphia Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson and replaced him with an MLB icon. The Phillies are off to their worst start in more than two decades. Once a…
Yankees to Promote Top Pitching Prospect Ahead of Rangers Game
The New York Yankees sent down Luis Gil earlier this week, opening a spot in the starting rotation. Manager Aaron Boone broke the news on the Talkin’ Yanks podcast that right-hander Elmer Rodriguez will be promoted to fill the spot. Rodriguez is expected to be called up to make his MLB debut on Wednesday, April […] The post Yankees to Promote Top Pitching Prospect Ahead of Rangers Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Yankees Make Giancarlo Stanton Decision After Latest Injury
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone explained the franchise's decision following Giancarlo Stanton's injury from Friday.
Yankees’ Aaron Judge, Ben Rice join Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra with ‘hold your beer’ moment
The New York Yankees have the most home runs in the majors, having hit 46 of them. It is not just Aaron Judge hitting bombs, but Ben Rice is also joining in on the dinger parade. On Monday, facing the Texas Rangers, both went yard again, and in the process, made some history, according to […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge, Ben Rice join Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra with ‘hold your beer’ moment appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson after brutal start to MLB season… and GM hires his Yankees legend DAD to take over the team
The Philadelphia Phillies have fired manager Rob Thomson and replaced him with Yankees legend Don Mattingly after a disastrous start to the 2026 MLB season.
Phillies manager candidates: Six names to know after Rob Thomson's firing
It felt like the writing was on the wall for Thomson amid Philly's miserable start. But can anyone else keep this sinking ship afloat?
Alex Cora already turned down an MLB manager job
Former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora turned down the opportunity to get back into Major League Baseball almost immediately. The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday, making him the second managerial casualty of the season. Speculation quickly turned to Cora as a possible replacement given his ties to Phillies president Dave Dombrowski, … The post Alex Cora already turned down an MLB manager job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Why did the Phillies fire Rob Thomson? Philadelphia parts ways with manager after 9-19 start – sportingnews.com
Why did the Phillies fire Rob Thomson? Philadelphia parts ways with manager after 9-19 start sportingnews.com
Dodgers Slammed With Concerning Roki Sasaki Warning
When the Los Angeles Dodgers made the move to sign Japanese star pitcher Roki Saski, many felt that they were getting another superstar in the making.Unfortunately, through his first season and change with the Dodgers, Sasaki has looked anything but like a superstar.So far this season, Sasaki has made five starts. He has compiled a […] The post Dodgers Slammed With Concerning Roki Sasaki Warning appeared first on HEAVY.
Phillies Spurned By Alex Cora After Rob Thomson Firing
After the Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson, the club offered the job to Alex Cora, but the former Boston Red Sox manager declined the gig, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today.The Red Sox dumped Cora on Saturday, April 25, after the club got off to a 10-17 start. Boston replaced him with Chad Tracy, […] The post Phillies Spurned By Alex Cora After Rob Thomson Firing appeared first on HEAVY.
Giancarlo Stanton Injury: Aaron Boone Shares Important Update On MRI Results
Giancarlo Stanton injury update: Aaron Boone provides key MRI results and latest outlook on the Yankees slugger.
Braves make pitching roster move ahead of Tigers series
The Atlanta Braves have been rolling along at the top of the National League East after winning eight of their past 10 games. Atlanta now enters another tough series with the Detroit Tigers and will have their left-handed specialist unavailable out of the bullpen. Dylan Lee will head to the Braves’ paternity list, while the […] The post Braves make pitching roster move ahead of Tigers series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Phillies rumors: Why Alex Cora shut down offer to be Rob Thomson’s replacement
The Boston Red Sox recently fired manager Alex Cora. Cora was linked to the Philadelphia Phillies’ head coaching job immediately after his firing despite the fact that Rob Thomson was still managing in Philadelphia. On Tuesday, the Phillies fired Thomson which led many to wonder if Cora was coming to Philadelphia. Don Mattingly was named […] The post Phillies rumors: Why Alex Cora shut down offer to be Rob Thomson’s replacement appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dodgers Manager Announces Shohei Ohtani News Before Marlins Game
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts outlined his Shohei Ohtani decision for Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins.
Yankees Make Surprise Roster Move as Slugger Hits IL
The New York Yankees are making another roster move following an injury update to Giancarlo Stanton. New York’s typical designated hitter recently picked up a calf strain while running the bases on April 24. The club initially gave Stanton a couple of days off in an attempt to ease the issue. Nevertheless, manager Aaron Boone […] The post Yankees Make Surprise Roster Move as Slugger Hits IL appeared first on HEAVY.
16-Year-Old Japanese Baseball Prospect Haruki Komoda Is Already Being Compared To Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is a once-in-a-lifetime talent with the ability to rake and hit bombs at the plate and the arm to dice up Major League Baseball hitters on the mound. Baseball fans, at least those that are alive today, have never seen anything like him. Naturally, everyone in baseball is scouring the world looking for […] The post 16-Year-Old Japanese Baseball Prospect Haruki Komoda Is Already Being Compared To Shohei Ohtani appeared first on BroBible.