Major League Baseball announced their players of the week on Monday for the week from May 12 to 18, 2025. In the American League, Chicago White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas of La Habana, Cuba was recognized, and in the National League, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Will Benson of Atlanta, Georgia received the honour. Miguel Vargas Vargas was recognized even though the White Sox … [Read more...] about MLB names Will Benson and Miguel Vargas Players of the Week
Tony Kemp retires at age 33
Former Major League Baseball player Tony Kemp of Franklin, Tennessee retired on Thursday at the age of 33 according to Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors. Kemp, who played second base and outfield in his Major League Baseball career, played nine seasons from 2016 to 2024. Who did Kemp play for? Kemp began his MLB career with the Houston Astros, who he played four seasons with from … [Read more...] about Tony Kemp retires at age 33
Will Pete Rose and Joe Jackson join the Hall of Fame?
In a historic announcement by Major League Baseball on Tuesday, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has made all banned players eligible to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown once they die. This means baseball’s all-time hit leader Pete Rose of Cincinnati, Ohio and well known hitter Joe Jackson of Pickens County, South Carolina can now enter the Hall of Fame if … [Read more...] about Will Pete Rose and Joe Jackson join the Hall of Fame?
All-Star outfielder Chet Lemon passes away at 70
Former Major League Baseball outfielder Chet Lemon of Jackson, Mississippi has passed away at the age of 70. Lemon was an outfielder with the Chicago White Sox from 1975 to 1981, and with the Detroit Tigers from 1982 to 1990. He was an American League All-Star in 1978, 1979, and 1984. Cause of Death The specific cause of death was not mentioned. However, he was diagnosed with a … [Read more...] about All-Star outfielder Chet Lemon passes away at 70
Yes, That Was Pope Leo XIV Cheering On The White Sox At The 2005 World Series
The most powerful man in the Catholic Church loves baseball. Before he became the pontiff, Pope Leo XIV was spotted in the crowd during Game 1 of the 2005 World Series between the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros. Pope Leo XIV Caught On Camera At World Series Pope Leo XIV made the broadcast while at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series pic.twitter.com/VGSqkRFsSB — Joe Binder … [Read more...] about Yes, That Was Pope Leo XIV Cheering On The White Sox At The 2005 World Series