A Big Sexy birthday, Mets horse around, streaking Marlins
By Tab Bamford
Horsing around
The Belmont Stakes aren’t until June 8 but a couple members of the New York Mets took a side trip to see the historic venue and meet some of the jockeys.
That’s a buffalo next to the horse statue, right?
Vladi Jr. takes a seat
One of the trademarks of Vladimir Guerrero‘s Hall of Fame career was his big arm in right field. His son doesn’t play the outfield, but it appears Vladi Jr. inherited dad’s throwing ability.
Lookin’ good
After demolishing the Orioles the New York Yankees headed to the airport. Before taking off they took this group photo. How did Gleyber Torres get that boom box through security?
Mic check in Miami
Now owners of the longest win streak in MLB, it appears Marlins’ social is ready to check receipts.
Pro Post of the Day
Minnesota ace José Berríos is off to a great start this season with the Twins. But on #ThrowbackThursday he shared a Puerto Rican post that is (dare we say?) magical.
Fan Post of the Day
The Batting Stance Guy shared his José Canseco impression on Twitter. Thoughts?
OTD
2015 – The Yankees retire Bernie Williams‘ number 51 and unveil a plaque in his honor in Monument Park.
2011 – Chicago outfielder Carlos Quentin hits three homers for the White Sox in an 8-6 win over the Rangers.
2010 – Wearing No. 11 for the Chicago White Sox, Omar Vizquel ties Luis Aparicio for second all-time in hits by a shortstop with 2,764. Aparicio’s number was previously retired by Chicago, but Vizquel wore it for the 2010 season to pay tribute to his idol and countrymen.
1995 – The Expos acquire outfielder Henry Rodríguez and infielder Jeff Treadway from the Dodgers in exchange for outfielder Roberto Kelly and pitcher Joey Eischen.
1976 – Bert Campaneris of the Oakland Athletics steals five bases in an 8-7 victory over the Cleveland Indians.
Happy birthday!
Wilmer Font (b. 1990)
Bartolo Colon (b. 1973)
Danny Bautista (b. 1972)
Carlos Hernández (b. 1967)
Ellie Rodríguez (b. 1946)