Star’s jaw-dropping $452m deal shatters record
NY Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has signed the biggest contract in the team’s history, agreeing to a 10-year deal worth $452 million.
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Shock twist in J-Lo breakup
A surprising statement from the 51-year-old popstar has flipped rumours her relationship with a sporting icon was on the rocks.
Furious model rips famous father to pieces
The daughter of Jose Canseco has unleashed on the sporting icon, saying she’s broken off all contact with him after he “crossed the line”.
‘Lost a titan’: World mourns legend’s death
The sporting community has paid tribute to Major League Baseball home run king Hank Aaron, who passed away on Friday at age 86.
LeBron, Lewis or Liverpool: What was 2020’s best performance?
It might have been a sporting year like no other but there was still much to celebrate. Here are sport’s 20 best performances of 2020.
Sydney ready for the ‘Manny Show’
Boston Red Sox legend Manny Ramirez Ramirez smashed 555 home runs and 1831 RBIs in the majors – now Sydney gets to see the global star in action.
US laughs as team prepares name change
An American team will become the second to drop its controversial nickname after years of backlash finally brought about change.
Manny mania: Will legend add ABL ring to collection?
CLUB BY CLUB PREVIEW: The Australian Baseball League season is just days away, with Manny Ramirez set to make his Blue Sox debut.
$39m Aussie in historic baseball first
Liam Hendriks has created history as the first Australian star to be named in the All-MLB First Team with a monster payday on the way.
Why 2am Zoom calls proved lifeline for Giants manager
Adelaide Giants manager Chris Adamson loved his first taste of life in the MLB even though he hasn’t actually seen his players face-to-face since March.
Baseball’s $288 million man rocking Blue Sox
Two-time major league champion and hall of famer Manny Ramirez is still swinging and looking to slug some home runs for the Sydney Blue Sox
Billionaire throws spicy J Lo shade
Jennifer Lopez may have wowed the crowds at the AMAs with a racy performance, but one billionaire simply couldn’t help himself.
Red Sox legend set to arrive as season remains in limbo
Sydney Blue Sox players have revealed their excitement at the arrival of MLB champion, as the ABL season remains in limbo.
Images sum up Los Angeles’ stupidity
Social media has unloaded after a player who returned a positive COVID test returned to celebrate with his teammates and loved ones.
Los Angeles streets descend into chaos
Despite coronavirus cases soaring across America, thousands of revellers took over the streets of Los Angeles in worrying scenes.
All hell breaks loose in wild play
Baseball fans went crazy after the World Series was flipped on its head by one of the craziest finishes you’ll ever see.
America loses it over pitcher’s pants
LA Dodgers star Walker Buehler’s tights were trending but he was in no mood to talk about them after his team blew a playoff game.
Photo ‘everything that’s wrong with sport’
A veteran photographer has slammed the current state of sports coverage after a perfect shot was ruined by an unfortunate intrusion.
Ex-MLB player found dead after shooting
The body of former Boston Red Sox hurler Charles Haeger was found in the Grand Canyon one day after the death of his ex-partner.
J-Lo drama worthy of its own show
It’s the New York fight that’s a cross between an episode of Billions and Succession — with an A-list popstar right in the middle.
Sport legend dead after COVID battle
There has been devastation across American sporting circles after baseball legend Tom Seaver died on Thursday at the age of 75.
Historic NBA protest triggers US sport shutdown
The NBA finals are in jeopardy after one team’s stunning boycott in protest of police brutality, while other US codes, as well as a tennis grand slam champion have joined the crusade.
Fury after worst call in history
A storm has erupted in the United States after a bafflingly blundered call left commentators screaming for a technology revolution.
Commentator just kissed career goodbye
A grovelling apology won’t be enough to save this baseball caller, who was caught out by a live microphone saying something atrocious.
Baseball fury after unwritten rule broken
A baseball star found himself under attack for the cardinal sin of hitting a home run — but the backlash to the backlash has arrived.
Image leaves baseball fans infuriated
It’s one of the biggest sports series in the world, but an image of a young fan sitting in the best seats has divided the baseball world.
World Series team’s embarrassing backflip
The Houston Astros have had to come clean about the embarrassing truth behind one star’s offensive comment to female reporters.
Astros embroiled in controversy on World Series eve
Just hours before the Astros played host to Washington in game one of the World Series, Houston were forced into an embarrassing backdown over a locker-room outburst.
R-rated ‘speech of the century’ backfires
Last week, the St Louis Cardinals manager delivered an incredible viral speech but this week, he’s been left red-faced. WARNING: explicit language.
Baseball star’s crazy play goes viral
A baseballer’s tomfoolery with fans has created one of the most ridiculous videos of the year and sealed his status as a local legend.
Star had ‘sex but not really’ with 13yo
The disturbing details of an American baseball star’s alleged illegal relationship with a girl he met on Instagram has rocked the sport.
Unsettling details of star’s death revealed
America was rocked after a 27-year-old baseball star was found dead his hotel room, now the cause of his death has been released.
Fan becomes pro on back of viral video
A baseball hopeful is living his dream after a video of him pitching in a fan contest helped secure him a professional contract.
Wild scenes as all-in brawl breaks out
It looked more like the Royal Rumble than a game of professional baseball when two teams dropped their gloves and let the fists fly.
Yankees coach’s savage referee rant
After being ejected, Aaron Boone got nose-to-nose with the umpire and absolutely got his money worth. WARNING: Offensive language
‘Chills’: Sporting world melts over tributes
An emotionally charged night in Los Angeles delivered a magical ending as the Angels paid a fitting farewell to a fallen teammate.
MLB rookie’s ‘otherworldly’ display
Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby hit new heights as a rookie with a famous name smashed records and almost 11 kilometres of dingers.
US star found dead at age 27
America has been left “sick” after a 27-year-old baseball star was found dead in his hotel room just two days after his last game.
Moment that left Meghan Markle speechless
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were both left speechless after being handed adorable gifts on a surprising drop in visit in London.
‘Knock you the f**k out’: Star explodes
A MLB veteran has turned feral at a reporter and had to be held back as things got heated in the clubhouse post match.
Drug lord had star shot over alleged affair
America has been rocked by the shock shooting of sports icon David Ortiz as a report claims revenge over an affair was the motive.
‘Don’t let me die’: Star’s desperate plea
One of the biggest names in recent memory in Major League Baseball was gunned down in a sickening act outside of a bar.
Star a mess after hitting young girl
Baseball star Albert Almora Jr was horrified — and broke down in tears — after accidentally belting the ball into a young child.
Internet shreds failed catch for the ages
Marcell Ozuna thought he was about to pull off the play of the year before things took a turn for the worse and his ego was destroyed.
$226m star turns into an absolute flop
When a form slump lasts for more than six months and you’re costing your team a cool $226m, Chris Davis is lucky fans aren’t rioting.
Desperate dating ploy actually worked
Seventy texts in 20 minutes. A jilted baseball fan put it all on the line with a bold sign after the end of a five-year relationship — and it paid off.
Stone cold Grandma has nerves of steel
This elderly female baseball fan has drawn comparisons to NBA legend Kobe Bryant after one of the biggest boss moves of the season.
Husband’s grief after baseball tragedy
The family of a baseball fan killed in her seat has dramatically banned the Major League team from honouring her in an ugly legal scrap.
Big fish signs richest deal in sports history
The spending in big-time sport shows no sign of slowing after this slugger secured a deal worth more than $600 million. What a catch.
US star’s ludicrous $464m payday
In a stunning turn of events, this lucky US star will be getting paid $219,000 per game for Philadelphia after snagging a freakishly large contract.
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