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Cleveland Guardians outfielder Jo Adell finds himself on path less chosen
Growing up in Louisville, Adell could have picked several sports. Baseball is where his heart and soul landed.
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The U.S. youth sports problem that connects soccer and baseball
Seeing the high cost and barriers of youth sports, Ali Curtis and Kenneth Wood are fighting to widen the entryway for young athletes
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San Diego Padres sale a full-circle moment for Black baseball
Sports franchise ownership remains a steep mountain for African Americans
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For Dusty Baker and Nicaragua, the World Baseball Classic was worth it
While managing tournament darlings, likely future Hall of Famer goes home with respect, reverence of opposing managers
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Tony Clark scandal a setback for African Americans in baseball
The former MLBPA executive director’s behavior strikes a blow for morale at a critical time for MLB
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‘Satchel Paige wrote this’: One-person show at Carnegie Hall features legendary pitcher
Stage production an homage to Paige’s showmanship, wit and perseverance in face of racism
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Alan Porter is the ‘complete package’ of MLB umpiring
Those around the league consider the game in good hands with Porter despite the addition of automatic balls and strikes next season
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‘It’s been like a dream’: Dodgers OF Justin Dean took role player route to World Series
From Division II to Mexico to Los Angeles, the 28-year-old rookie’s rise has been as patient as it has been cinematic
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Mookie Betts’ ‘incredible untold story’ of Dodgers’ run to World Series
Betts’ switch from Gold Glove outfielder to Gold Glove shortstop continues to stun teammates and opponents