Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez out for season after developing heart inflammation from COVID-19
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
Red Sox player Eduardo Rodriguez won't be able to play this season because he has heart inflammation caused by COVID-19. "You're more at risk when you're older, but it hits the young pretty hard, too, at times. And Eddie just, unfortunately, is one of those guys that it hit hard, and to get to lose an entire season, it's pretty rough on anybody," said a Red Sox official.
MLB Commissioner: We'll get through season, but winning percentages might determine playoff teams
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
The MLB commissioner says that he is confident the season will continue, but says some clubs might not play all 60 games, and winning percentages might be used to determine who makes it to the playoffs. His statements come after the Marlins got hit by an outbreak, a Red Sox player has developed COVID-19 related heart inflammation and some players are saying they won't play until next year, no matter what.
Brewers-Cardinals series at Miller Park postponed due to COVID-19
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
The Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday announced the postponement of Sunday's doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals -- marking the postponement of the entire weekend series.
Lorenzo Cain opts out of 2020 MLB season
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
Milwaukee Brewers' outfielder Lorenzo Cain has opted out of the 2020 MLB season, according to a release from the organization Saturday, August 1.
Orlando Magic player stands for national anthem as teammates, opponents kneel
He was said to be the only player out of the first three games of the NBA’s restarted season to stand during the anthem.
He was said to be the only player out of the first three games of the NBA’s restarted season to stand during the anthem.
MLB: Commissioner, union leader talk as baseball struggles with coronavirus
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke with union leader Tony Clark on Friday about the importance of players following the league's coronavirus protocols, according to a person familiar with the conversation.
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke with union leader Tony Clark on Friday about the importance of players following the league's coronavirus protocols, according to a person familiar with the conversation.
Brewers home opener postponed due to COVID-19; game rescheduled for Sunday
The Brewers home opener has been postponed due to COVID-19.
The Brewers home opener has been postponed due to COVID-19.
NBA and Microsoft enabling people to be virtual fans at games with digital avatars amid pandemic
Professional sports leagues have incorporated inventive ways to help replace the lack of fans in the stands due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Professional sports leagues have incorporated inventive ways to help replace the lack of fans in the stands due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MLB will play 7-inning games in doubleheaders
Big league doubleheaders will now become a pair of seven-inning games, baseball’s latest radical rule change during a season reshaped by the coronavirus pandemic.
Big league doubleheaders will now become a pair of seven-inning games, baseball’s latest radical rule change during a season reshaped by the coronavirus pandemic.
Red Sox visit the New York Yankees Saturday night on FOX 35
The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees on Saturday night at 7 p.m. ET.
The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees on Saturday night at 7 p.m. ET.
Players, coaches kneel before NBA's re-opening night
Players and coaches from the New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz knelt alongside one another before the first game of the NBA restart.
Players and coaches from the New Orleans Pelicans and Utah Jazz knelt alongside one another before the first game of the NBA restart.
SEC goes to conference-only schedule, Sept. 26 start
The Southeastern Conference will play only league games in 2020 to deal with potential COVID-19 disruptions.
The Southeastern Conference will play only league games in 2020 to deal with potential COVID-19 disruptions.
Phillies weekend games postponed after members of coaching, clubhouse staffs test positive
Shortly after the Philadelphia Phillies announced two more positive cases of coronavirus on their staff, the team postponed their three-game weekend series.
Shortly after the Philadelphia Phillies announced two more positive cases of coronavirus on their staff, the team postponed their three-game weekend series.
NCAA will allow student-athletes to display social justice statements on uniforms
the NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel has approved new rules that will allow student-athletes in all sports to wear patches on their uniforms in honor and support of social justice issues.
the NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel has approved new rules that will allow student-athletes in all sports to wear patches on their uniforms in honor and support of social justice issues.
Colin Kaepernick, Dr. Fauci to receive Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and Dr. Anthony Fauci have been recognized by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Organization to receive its most prestigious award. They were two of the five people chosen for the 2020 RFK Ripple of Hope Award.
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and Dr. Anthony Fauci have been recognized by the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Organization to receive its most prestigious award. They were two of the five people chosen for the 2020 RFK Ripple of Hope Award.
MLB suspends Dodgers' Joe Kelly for 8 games after throwing pitches at Astros players, mocking them
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly was suspended for eight games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday, a day after throwing a fastball near the head of Houston’s Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly was suspended for eight games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday, a day after throwing a fastball near the head of Houston’s Alex Bregman and mockingly taunting Astros star Carlos Correa.
NBA to provide thousands of free COVID-19 tests at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets
Those interested in getting one can make an appointment by completing a brief survey.
Those interested in getting one can make an appointment by completing a brief survey.
ACC schedule includes Notre Dame, 10 conference games
Notre Dame will play in the Atlantic Coast Conference this season as part of a plan to play 10 league games and start the week of Sept. 7.
Notre Dame will play in the Atlantic Coast Conference this season as part of a plan to play 10 league games and start the week of Sept. 7.
MLS is Back Tournament: Quarterfinals preview”
It’s time for the quarterfinals at the MLS is Back Tournament; all of a sudden, there are more teams at home than in Orlando, it’s a lot quieter around the host hotel, and everyone is now just three wins away from lifting a trophy.
It’s time for the quarterfinals at the MLS is Back Tournament; all of a sudden, there are more teams at home than in Orlando, it’s a lot quieter around the host hotel, and everyone is now just three wins away from lifting a trophy.
Red Sox visit Yankees Saturday night on FOX 35
FOX 35 is your home for Major League Baseball. The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees on Saturday at 7 p.m.
FOX 35 is your home for Major League Baseball. The Boston Red Sox visit the New York Yankees on Saturday at 7 p.m.