A-Rod on the air, Chirinos lands in Houston and Canó’s new number

The A-Rod Show

You know Alex Rodríguez the pelotero. You know Alex Rodríguez the broadcaster. Well now, meet Alex Rodríguez the podcast host. A-Rod is hosting a seven-part podcast with Barstool Sports called “The Corp.” We know he can hit jonrones and analyze béisbol with the best of them. Now, we’ll get to learn more of his business acumen with a podcast that will feature guests such as Kobe Bryant and “Shark Tank” co-star Barbara Corcoran.

Robinson Chirinos swaps teams

Catcher Robinson Chirinos is closing in on his new casa. Luckily, for him and his family, he won’t be moving too far. Chirinos and the Houston Astros reached an agreement on a one-year deal. Chirinos spent the last six years with the Texas Rangers, meaning he’ll only have to take a quick trip on I-45 down to his new casa. Now, to find a new spot for arepas and tequeños … Let us know if you have any recommendations we can pass along!

Canó’s new numero

Robinson Canó is no stranger to New York. Since he didn’t have to spend time looking for the best spot for la bandera or tres golpes, he had time to pick out a new jersey number. He went with 24, for good reason, too – to honor a leyenda, Jackie Robinson.

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Yadier Molina had a long MLB season. Then he coached the U-23 Puerto Rico national team and won the Roberto Clemente Award. It’s nice to see him enjoying such much-deserved R&R. Now which beaches are better, the ones in Dubai or the ones in Puerto Rico? We know our vote.

OTD

2014 – The Yankees acquire Didi Gregorius from the Diamondbacks.
1990 – The Blue Jays acquire Robbie Alomar and Joe Carter from the Padres for Tony Fernández and Fred McGriff.