The world inches forward but our games lag behind, perpetually stuck in the dark ages when the conversation turns to equality, respect, and acceptance. Organized sports has a “gay” problem that exists because of tired attitudes and a ridiculous definition of masculinity, and every time progress seems within grasp, stupidity naturally comes along and stifles [...]

It’s been just over two weeks since the Dodgers completed their stunning blockbuster trade with the Boston Red Sox, in which they received pitcher Josh Beckett, first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, outfielder Carl Crawford, and utility player Nick Punto. In return, the Red Sox received first basemen James Loney and four prospects in an effort to begin their rebuilding [...]

As pennant races heat up, so does the competition for Major League Baseball’s year- end awards. Last week we looked at the top candidates for Most Valuable Player in both leagues. Now we turn our attention to MLB’s premier pitching prize with a similar sneak peek at the contenders for the Cy Young Award in the National and [...]

As we enter into the final month of the regular baseball season, it’s time to start paying attention to who is in the running for both the American League and National League MVP Award. Last years winners are particularly noteworthy. In the NL, Ryan Braun won the award, but was then handed a 50-game suspension after testing positive [...]

Sports commentators often speak of athletes’ “love of the game,” but nowhere is that more true than in youth sports. When most kids play sports, blowing off steam and making friends typically rank higher than showing off their prowess and laying the groundwork for a potential career. It’s kind of a strange and rare occurrence when they’re thrust [...]

We go back to the baseball diamond for our play of the day today, and it comes from Seattle Mariners’ infielder Dustin Ackley.  In a 1-1 game against the Cleveland Indians, Ackley was in pursuit of a blooper in midfield. He might have lost sight of it in the sun, because at the last second, [...]