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Guardians' José Ramírez sidelined with bruised forearm after being hit by pitch
CLEVELAND (AP) — Guardians third baseman José Ramírez is not in the lineup for Friday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals due to a bruised right forearm. Ramírez was hit by a pitch by Toronto's Kevin Gausman during the fourth inning of Thursday's game. That came after Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was hit by a fastball from Cleveland's Tanner Bibee in the third inning and left the game with a bruised forearm. It is only the third time Ramírez has been out of the lineup and first since May 3 at Toronto. Manager Stephen Vogt said Ramírez's status is day-to-day but he is hopeful he can return to the lineup on Saturday. Ramírez is sixth in the majors with a .317 batting average and tied for sixth with 21 stolen bases. He is a finalist to start for the American League in the July 15 All-Star Game in Atlanta. ___ AP MLB:
Yahoo
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- Yahoo
Start of Friday's Mets-Pirates delayed due to inclement weather
The start of the series opener between the Mets and the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park was delayed due to inclement weather, including lightning in the area. The Pirates announced a new start time of approximately 7 p.m. Advertisement The Mets enter this series after two straight wins to split their four-game series with the Atlanta Braves. David Peterson (5-3, 2.98 ERA) will look to keep the Mets' winning ways going. In his last start, Peterson was roughed up by the Phillies, allowing five runs over four innings in the loss last Sunday. Friday marks the return of Mark Vientos, who was activated off the IL prior to the game. He's starting at DH and hitting in the No. 6 spot for the Mets. The Pirates are sending Mitch Keller (1-10, 4.02 ERA) to the mound. The veteran right-hander pitched well in his last start -- Saturday vs. the Rangers -- having allowed just two runs on three hits through 5.2 innings, but Keller took the loss.
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Shohei Ohtani and Enrique Hernandez Make Hilarious Dodgers History
Shohei Ohtani and Enrique Hernandez Make Hilarious Dodgers History originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With Shohei Ohtani returning to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers, he broke some records over the past few weeks. Advertisement According to Sarah Langs, Ohtani's 79 home runs were the most in Dodgers history by a player to start at least one game on the mound for them. However, Ohtani and others have now made some other history. According to Langs, only two players in Dodgers history have hit 10 home runs and pitched at least two innings in the same season. That is Ohtani, and none other than the fan favorite, Enrique Hernandez. Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is greeted by third baseman Enrique Hernandez (8) after scoring a run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the sixth inning at Dodger A. Vasquez-Imagn Images 'The only 2 players in Dodgers history to hit 10 home runs and pitch at least 2 games in the same season: 'Shohei Ohtani and Kiké Hernández,' she wrote. Hernandez has come into games for the Dodgers when the team is either being blown out, or is blowing another team out. Advertisement It makes sense not to chase regular-season wins, and Dave Roberts understands that. In his five outings this year, he's posted a 15.19 ERA in 9.64 FIP. For Ohtani, who will actually pitch when games matter, he's been decent this year. That hasn't been ideal given he's only thrown in 2.0 innings due to just returning from the mound, but he's allowed just one earned run in that span, and has struck out two. If his stuff can continue to play at the level it has, Ohtani and the Dodgers should be just fine over the next few months when games matter most. Related: Shohei Ohtani Ties Dodgers Record Not Seen Since 1955 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Dave Roberts Makes Statement on Dodgers' Potential Search for Starter
Dave Roberts Makes Statement on Dodgers' Potential Search for Starter originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Despite compiling a formidable assortment of arms, the Los Angeles Dodgers' pitching staff has been anything but consistent. Most of their problems can be chalked up to injuries, something the Dodgers have had no shortage of this season. This has led to many rumors that the Dodgers would indulge the idea of trading for a starter. Advertisement When asked about this possibility, Dave Roberts seemed to shrug it off. His answer was direct and concise: 'The internal options, I feel much better about,' he said as Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reported. Ardaya names Emmet Sheehan and Justin Wrobleski as standout depth pieces. In his first game back from Tommy John, Sheehan tossed four innings against the San Diego Padres, giving up one run on three hits, after which he was promptly sent down to Triple-A. In the minors this year, which includes his rehab assignment, Sheehan has given up just five earned runs in 17.1 innings (2.60 ERA). Southpaw Wrobleski hasn't seen much success, throwing a 4.91 ERA on the year. However, Wrobleski has been effective in the relief role, and his stuff has improved. Advertisement 'Wrobleski has now allowed just eight earned runs over his last five appearances, a 2.96 ERA,' Ardaya notes. 'He cleaned up his delivery, spreading his legs wider before coming set and leaning more on his back leg to generate momentum toward home plate. As a result, his velocity has ticked up, touching 99.5 mph again at Coors Field and giving himself more margin for error.' Mar 18, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, JPN; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (18) and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) stand in the dugout during the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs during the Tokyo Series at Tokyo Dome. Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images Ardaya also discusses the struggles of Bobby Miller and Landon Knack, which have weighed on the pitching staff. However, with Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow nearing return and the potential of getting Roki Sasaki back sometime this season, there might not be a real need to add a starter. One might also add that Ben Casparius, who is having a decent year, is also an option to start and has done so twice this year. Advertisement Related: Shohei Ohtani and Enrique Hernandez Make Hilarious Dodgers History Related: Shohei Ohtani Ties Dodgers Record Not Seen Since 1955 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Reuters
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Angels manager Ron Washington (health) out for rest of season
June 27 - Ron Washington will not manage the Los Angeles Angels for the rest of the season due to a health concern, the team announced Friday. Bench coach Ray Montgomery will act as interim manager. Ryan Goins was promoted to the team's bench coach. Washington, 73, experienced shortness of breath and heavy fatigue while the Angels were playing a four-game road series against the New York Yankees last week. He returned to Los Angeles and underwent tests on June 20 but the team didn't elaborate on the details or results. Washington reportedly discussed his situation with players and coaches prior to leaving New York but has not spoken to reporters. He has not been in the dugout but has been around the team, according to general manager Perry Minasian, who said last Friday his main concern is for Washington's health. "We all know how important this is for all of us, but health is more important than anything, and me personally, I'm not letting him back in the dugout until I know he's 100 percent OK. I love the guy too much," Minasian said. Washington is in his second season with the Angels and has a 103-139 record with the team. Los Angeles is 40-40 this season. Overall, Washington holds a 767-750 record in 10 seasons. He guided Texas (2007-14) to the World Series in 2010 and 2011 with the Rangers losing each time. Montgomery, 55, is in his fourth season on the Angels' coaching staff. Goins, 37, has been an infield coach for the Angels since last spring, following an eight-year playing career with the Toronto Blue Jays, Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox. --Field Level Media
