El Bullpen: Puerto Rican Leadership in Boston, Los Bravos Learning, Pedro Ready for Football
By Tab Bamford
Romero in charge
On Sunday the Red Sox relieved Dave Dombrowski of his duties as president of baseball operations. Boston is elevating four individuals to fill the responsibilities of Dombrowski until the end of the season, including assistant general manager Eddie Romero. The San Juan, Puerto Rico native has been with the organization for 14 years. Raquel Ferreira, Brian O’Halloran and Zack Scott are being elevated with Romero according to reports.
For the morning crowd: The Red Sox fired Dave Dombrowski on Sunday, less than a year after winning the World Series, and will elevate four executives, including the highest-ranking woman ever in a baseball-ops position, to take over in the interim. News: https://t.co/KLkki68qMI
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) September 9, 2019
Teaching familia
The García family is helping players communicate in Atlanta.
For the @Braves, helping Spanish-speaking players to learn a second language while playing professional baseball in a new country is a family affair.
— FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) September 6, 2019
You've met team translator Franco García.
Now meet Franco's mom, Ana "Tita" García, who teaches English to @GoStripers players. pic.twitter.com/wg6HKJ1sdx
Respect
Minnesota’s Miguel Sanó showed Cookie Carrasco some love before facing him this weekend.
Miguel Sanó helmet tip to Carlos Carrasco. ?? pic.twitter.com/bnMBKwUjot
— Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) September 7, 2019
Two GOATs
Pedro Martínez is a big Tom Brady fan. Brady was actually drafted by the Expos as a catcher in the 18th round in 1995.
It's game day! Who else is ready to see @TomBrady lead the @Patriots into a new season... for the 18th time!? #yeahhh #patriots #nfl #incredible #TB12 pic.twitter.com/xeWpLd9aBt
— Pedro Martinez (@45PedroMartinez) September 8, 2019
Guitar hero
Fernando Tatís Jr.’s season might be over but he’s still having a good time with the Padres.
anyway, here's wonderwall pic.twitter.com/f4YOWlHDhv
— Cut4 (@Cut4) September 8, 2019
Dedicated power
Jorge Soler already has the Royals’ single-season home run record. He also has a big heart. Soler dedicated his 41st home run to some special folks at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.
100 for Soto
A big number for Juan Soto – and some elite company.
Juan Soto is the first player in his age-20 season or younger to drive in 100 in a season since @AROD in 1996. pic.twitter.com/mTDuOqcP0Z
— MLB Stats (@MLBStats) September 8, 2019
Consistent Abreu
José Abreu continues to do work for the Chicago White Sox.
Pro Post of the Day
Robinson Chirinos found himself being admired by a unique fan.
The hummingbird came back and was a fan of @robinson28ch's cleats. ? pic.twitter.com/lNIdonL4Pe
— Houston Astros (@astros) September 8, 2019
Fan Post of the Day
Now that’s what we call a birthday cake!
OTD
2017 – José Abreu hit for the cycle in the White Sox 13 -1 rout of the Giants.
1997 – Nomar Garciaparra drove in two runs against the Yankees, giving him 87 for the season and establishing a new major league record for leadoff men. Boston lost the game 8-6, however.
1976 – Rod Carew hit a pinch grand slam in Minnesota’s 6-0 win in Texas. It was Carew’s third grand slam of the year.
1960 – Ted Williams hit his 511th career home run, tying Mel Ott for third on the all-time home run list behind Babe Ruth and Jimmie Foxx.
Happy birthday!
Álex Romero (b. 1983)
Félix Rodríguez (b. 1972)
Robinson Checo (b. 1971)
Featured Image: Atlanta Braves Instagram