Yadi honors Blues, Báez responds, players support Big Papi
By Tab Bamford
Yadi shows Blues love
Colorado Cool
After three Cubs and Rockies had been hit, including Anthony Rizzo just before his at bat, Javier Báez made a statement in Denver.
Little League look
A few players, including Mets closer Edwin Díaz, showed off their respect for kids vying for a place in the upcoming Little League World Series.
Little League took notice, shouting out Tigers reliever Joe Jiménez for repping Puerto Rico.
Amed with child
Mets shortstop Amed Rosario showed off some love for familia.
Mets showing out
Some of Rosario’s teammates dressed the part and took this team photo. Lookin’ good, guys!
Pro Post of the Day
Francisco Lindor, Yadier Molina and Manny Machado were among the players who posted this video of a child supporting David Ortiz as he recovers from his injuries suffered over the weekend.
Fan Post of the Day
Throwing batting practice can be a thankless job. This coach was putting in work so his batters could get better. We appreciate the effort!
OTD
2017 – Eddie Rosario hit three home runs, and Eduardo Escobar had five hits to lead the Twins to a 20-7 win over the Mariners. Minnesota collected a franchise record 28 hits in the game. It was the highest hit total in the majors since the Rangers had 29 against the Orioles in 2007.
2015 – Alex Rodriguez became the fourth player in big league history to reach 2,000 RBI, joining Cap Anson, Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron.
2010 – Jorge Posada became the first Yankee catcher to hit a grand slam in consecutive games since Bill Dickey in 1937.
2001 – Texas’ Ruben Sierra hit home runs from both sides of the plate for the sixth time in his career.
1998 – Atlanta’s Javy López and Andruw Jones hit back-to-back home runs in consecutive innings. The feat had only happened three previous times in major league history.
Happy birthday!
Pedro Strop (b. 1985)
José Ortiz (b. 1977)
Featured Image: MLB Puerto Rico Instagram