Protesters Call For Indians To Change Nickname, Logo
Chanting "We are people, not your mascots," several dozen protesters gathered outside the Indians' home opener urging the team to change its nickname and abolish the Chief Wahoo logo.
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Chanting "We are people, not your mascots," several dozen protesters gathered outside the Indians' home opener urging the team to change its nickname and abolish the Chief Wahoo logo.
Lobstein's first start this season will be Sunday against the Cleveland Indians.
The influx of Cuban players in MLB has been much discussed, and after the wild success Jose Abreu had with the White Sox in 2014, teams will continue to scout and give big money to defectors. Yasmany Tomas is a perfect example, as the D-backs gave him a six-year, $68.5 million contract as a 24-year-old this offseason.
"I tied my cleats four different times before I went out there," Greene said.
Brad Ausmus said Joakim Soria will take over the closer role for Nathan, and Chamberlain and Ian Krol could be used in the setup role.
Last season, Nesbitt turned in an 0.79 ERA in 24 appearances for Single-A Lakeland and a 2.23 ERA in 24 appearances for Double-A Erie.
Albert Pujols didn't want to reflect on his latest career milestone.
Adrian Gonzalez insists he's no home run hitter, even if his current power surge suggests otherwise.
Pitcher Brooks Hall won't get on the bus without his noise-canceling headphones.
Joining the 40-40 club (40 homers and 40 steals in a single season) has always been a rare feat, evidenced by the fact that it's been accomplished just four times in baseball history. But if you were to make a list of baseball's top candidates to even have a shot at reaching the milestone, Astros outfielder George Springer would be at or near the top.
Ausmus said Nathan felt okay before he pitched Monday, but when Nathan threw Wednesday, Ausmus could tell the elbow was troubling Nathan.
Whether or not you are a Prince Fielder fan, you have to admit it's pretty impressive.
Tigers manager Brad Ausmus said Gose, who will split time this season with Rajai Davis, understood why he did not get the start Monday.
"If this was September, it might be a different story," Verlander added. "I might be pitching through some stuff right now, but talking with the coaching staff, they don't want me to do that right now."
Jeff Banister smelled of beer from a postgame dousing by his Texas team to celebrate the manager's first victory at the big league level, and he held onto the wrinkled lineup card as a souvenir for his 13-year-old son, Jacob.
An 11th-round Draft choice by the Dodgers out of high school, Los Angeles knew it was taking a risk by drafting Joc Pederson, as he had pretty high bonus demands and had already committed to play baseball at USC. But the Dodgers were OK with the risk that late, and OK with giving him a hefty bonus, and now five years later it looks as though it's all going to pay off.
Mike Zunino's first full season with the Mariners was an intriguing one, as the young catcher showed off some of the skills that prompted Seattle to take him third overall in the 2012 draft. But he also showed a lot of his inexperience and a continued lack of plate discipline over the course of 131 games.
Let's take a look at the contenders for the best day of the sports year.
"He's right there with Miggy in terms of being able to drive the ball to right center," Tigers manager Brad Ausmus said after the game.
Torii Hunter's first game back with the Minnesota Twins ended with the outfielder yelling at plate umpire Joe West.
Alex Rodriguez listened to the cheers and waved his cap. He worked out an eight-pitch walk, lined an opposite-field single into right field and flied out.
A season brimming with high expectations opened with a dud for Jeff Samardzija and the Chicago White Sox.
"My adrenaline was flowing," Scherzer acknowledged. "Let's just say that."
Porcello spent all six of his previous MLB seasons in Detroit, posting a 76-63 record with a 4.30 ERA.
In his Opening Day debut for Detroit, David Price proved himself 100 percent worthy of his new role as the number one man in the rotation.
