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The Rays' young offensive nucleus gelled around veteran outfielder Tommy Pham, who served as their main catalyst, thanks to his impressive plate skills and power/speed production. The 31-year-old eclipsed the 20-homer plateau for the third consecutive campaign and also matched a career-high with 25 stolen bases in 654 plate appearances. Highly-touted former top prospect Austin Meadows put together a legitimate breakout campaign, hitting .291/.364/.558 with 33 home runs and 12 steals across 591 plate appearances. Continue to Article

November 01, 2019 12:01:am EST

Joe Maddon accomplished a great deal in five seasons as manager of the Chicago Cubs. "Nothing but warm fuzzies about five years in Chicago," Maddon said. "But I will say this, I've already had a lot of outreach from my guys in Chicago, and wow -- I cannot be more proud of that group, I wish them nothing but the best. Continue to Article

October 24, 2019 7:45:pm EST

Joe Maddon and the Los Angeles Angels have seemed destined for a reunion for weeks and it all became official Wednesday. The Angels announced they have hired Maddon to replace Brad Ausmus as manager. ESPN reported Maddon, who turns 66 in February, will receive a three-year deal worth between $4-5 million a year. Continue to Article

October 16, 2019 12:32:pm EST

The Los Angeles Angels and Joe Maddon agreed to terms on a contract to make him the team's next manager. In making the official announcement on Wednesday, the Angels did not release contract specifics. The Los Angeles Times and Orange County Register, however, both said it was a three-year deal, with ESPN reporting the value at between $12 million and $15 million. Continue to Article

October 16, 2019 12:09:pm EST

Cole walked a season-high five batters, allowed four hits and struck out seven over his seven innings. He survived by getting outs when he needed them most. The Yankees went 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position against Cole and stranded nine baserunners. Continue to Article

October 15, 2019 7:53:pm EST