Transparency Item: The views expressed in this article are the opinion of the writer. Major League Baseball’s Commissioner Rob Manfred and the Competition Committee voted Sept. 9, to implement a pitch clock with the objective of shaving 20 to 30 minutes off of a three to four hour game. The pitch clock is a timer set at 15 seconds with the bases empty, 20 seconds with runners … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Controversy Surrounding the MLB Pitch Clock
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Housing Policy, Higher Salaries Mark Improvements for Minor League Baseball Players
First baseman Giovanni “Gio” Brusa plays for the Guadalajara Mariachis in Zapopan, Mexico in 2021. The San Francisco Giants, the organization that drafted Brusa in 2016, cut him in 2020, and Brusa has sought an opportunity in independent baseball leagues since. Photo courtesy of Gio BrusaWithin the past two years, Major League Baseball has raised starting salaries … [Read more...] about Housing Policy, Higher Salaries Mark Improvements for Minor League Baseball Players
Chase d’Arnaud Leaves Diamond to Finish Degree
Former Waves infielder Chase d'Arnaud smiles while looking off into the distance. D'Arnaud returned to classes this fall to complete his Integrated Marketing Communications degree, following 12 seasons in professional baseball. Photos courtesy of Chase d'Arnaud With the No. 144 pick in the 2008 Major League Baseball draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected Chase … [Read more...] about Chase d’Arnaud Leaves Diamond to Finish Degree
The Biggest Chair
Photo by Arthur Puu For 36 years, Pepperdine Professor Ned Colletti has worked in Major League Baseball after beginning his career as a sportswriter. In his latest book, "The Big Chair: The Smooth Hops and Bad Bounces from the Inside World of the Acclaimed Los Angeles Dodgers General Manager," the 63-year-old documents his time as a Major League Baseball executive. "It … [Read more...] about The Biggest Chair
Yankees captain announces retirement
Photo Courtesy of derek.jeter.mlb.com The long-time Yankees shortstop, Derek Jeter, has announced his retirement For the past several weeks, Jeter has been doing what he has long done for almost two decades: getting a head start on spring training by working out at the team’s complex in Tampa, Fla. Last Wednesday proved to be different. Jeter announced on his … [Read more...] about Yankees captain announces retirement