MLB is reviving Players Weekend, but without nicknames on the special jerseys

After a five-year hiatus, MLB is bringing back its Players Weekend in August. The player-oriented showcase will take place fromS Aug. 16-18, according to the league’s official announcement. Unfortunately for fans and media, the most popular feature of the occasion’s three-year run from 2017-19 won’t be coming back. Players’ nicknames will not be on the … Read more

Thomson’s decision to pull Turnbull proven costly in consecutive loss to Reds

Thomson’s decision to pull Turnbull proven costly in consecutive loss to Reds originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia CINCINNATI – First, veteran righthander Spencer Turnbull was taken out of the game after five innings despite allowing just one run in five innings while striking out eight Wednesday night at Great American Ball Park. Next, from … Read more