Ex-MLB Pitcher Dan Serafini Convicted of Murdering Father-in-Law
Former MLB pitcher Dan Serafini was convicted of first-degree murder of his father-in-law and the attempted murder of his mother-in-law, over a $1.3 million financial dispute.
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WATCH: MLB Umpire Hit in the Head by Line Drive, Forced to Leave Game
A scary scene unfolded Wednesday in Major League Baseball (MLB) as first base umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was hit in the head by a line drive and forced to leave the game.
Twins Exec Could Face Penalty for Saying They’re Not Going to Spend $30 Million on a Player
Minnesota Twins Executive Chairman Joe Pohlad could find himself in hot water with the MLB Players Association after telling WCCO-AM radio host Jason DeRusha that the Twins will “not spend $30 million” on any of the high-value free agents that are currently available, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reports.
Former MLB Pitcher Arrested for Murder, Attempted Murder
Dan Serafini, a former MLB 1st round draft pick in 1992, was arrested in Las Vegas on Friday in connection with a murder and attempted murder that occurred in Lake Tahoe, California, in 2021.
WATCH: Twins’ Gary Sanchez Nearly Bludgeoned by Practice Swing
Minnesota Twins catcher Gary Sanchez was obliviously making his way back to the dugout to get a scouting report on the pitcher he was about to face when he was nearly smashed by a practice swing from teammate Gilberto Celestino.
Twins Broadcaster Jim Kaat Slammed for Calling Yankees Pitcher ‘Nestor the Molester’
Twins color commentator Jim Kaat took heat on Thursday for giving Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes a new nickname: “Nestor the Molester.”
WATCH: MLB Players Are Flopping Like LeBron James and It’s Ugly
LeBron James has inspired many athletes across the sports landscape to do many things. Unfortunately, egregiously awful flops are one of the things he’s inspired.
Minnesota Timberwolves Postpone Game After Police-Involved Shooting
The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Twins have postponed games scheduled for Monday evening in the wake of Sunday’s police-involved shooting of Daunte Wright.
Red Sox-Twins Game Postponed Following Fatal Police Shooting
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins postponed their game against the Boston Red Sox on Monday because of safety concerns following the fatal police shooting of a Black man and the potential for unrest in the area.
Twins Remove Statue of Former Owner Due to ‘Racist’ Comment
The Minnesota Twins have removed a statue to one-time Owner Calvin Griffith because he made a “racist” comment in 1978.
Redskins Remove Statue of Former Owner Due to Racist Ties
The Washington Redskins haven’t changed their nickname yet, as the left wants them to do. Though, they have parted with one symbol due to its racist ties.
Twins Outfielder Max Kepler Apologizes for Wearing Blue Lives Matter Mask Amid George Floyd Protests
Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler has apologized for having posted a photo of himself wearing a pro-police mask.
MLB Attendance Down Another 1.4%, 4th Straight Drop
NEW YORK (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins drew 12,653 Wednesday night — combined.
WATCH: Jeremy Jeffress Nearly Takes Line Drive to the Head: ‘I Thought I Was Gone’
Pitchers aren’t typically lauded for their ability to make amazing plays in the field. However, seeing your life flashing before your eyes normally brings out the best in people.
Trade Deadline Winners: Mariners, Phillies, Dodgers and Indians
Playing quick Statis-Pro baseball games to track the current season (current standings and updates here) gives a quick read on which teams benefited the most and were hurt the most by July trades through the July 31 midnight deadline. The following rates the impact of trades on each team based on the team acquiring a GREAT Statis-Pro player card (+5) and in turn a (-5) for the team that lost the player.
Twins Pitcher Fernando Rodney Leaves Game Early to Become U.S. Citizen
Twins pitcher Fernando Rodney left the game early Sunday, but it was for a good reason. He had to catch a flight to make an early Monday morning ceremony to get his U.S. citizenship.
