NEWS: Bad Bunny-led Rimas Sports is expected to appeal the discipline imposed by the MLBPA. They’re also expected to add reining MVP Ronald Acuña, Jr. On the fallout and one big loophole: theathletic.com/5426468/2024/0…

The limit does not exist

NEW: There won't be a rush to find the permanent replacement for John Sterling.

The latest on what's expected in the Yankees' radio booth in the short-term, plus some candidates. W/ Andrew Marchand.

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In Ippei Mizuhara’s text messages, compulsive gamblers see a familiar obsession.

I spoke with several problem gamblings experts after reading the Mizuhara criminal complaint. The sums he bet are remarkable, but the behaviors are common.

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🎙️ Rates & Barrels ⚾️

Eno Sarris, Derek VanRiper & Britt Ghiroli discuss John Sterling, Max Meyer's demotion, and if they overlooked the Cubs' upcoming five-year window....

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This weekend vs. the Houston Astros, the Washington Nationals are going to party like it’s 2019. curlyw.mlblogs.com/washington-nat…

Forrest Whitley’s wait is over - theathletic.com/5420190/2024/0…

The Astros are calling up Forrest Whitley, a source tells The Athletic. Once baseball’s top pitching prospect, Whitley gets his first call up after enduring a myriad of injuries. Whitley will work as a reliever for a bullpen that needed a fresh arm.

MLB took control of the minor leagues in 2020. Since then, one new company has purchased more than a quarter of all minor league affiliates.
Who are these guys? Why are they doing this? And what does it mean for the future of minor league baseball?
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Last Monday, Caitlin Clark played in the national championship.

This Monday, she’s set to be the #1 pick in the WNBA Draft.

Between the two, she made an appearance on Saturday Night Live:

Spencer Strider is out for the season after surgery for UCL damage, but #Braves at least can expect he'll be back sooner than if he'd had a second TJ surgery. He instead had internal brace procedure.
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Ippei Mizuhara surrendered to authorities Friday in Los Angeles and was released on a $25K bond.

From Sam Blum: theathletic.com/5411537/2024/0…

Ippei Mizuhara appeared in court with shackles around ankles, that were later taken off.

He is released on $25K bond, along with numerous conditions.

He cannot leave central district of CA without permission. Cannot contact Ohtani. Has to do a gamblers addiction program, etc.

NEW: Kentucky accused of “complicity” as former swim coach Lars Jorgensen allegedly committed sexual violence

Multiple former swim team members say abuse spanned “years”

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…Out of respect for an ongoing process within the context of the MLBPA Agent Regulations, we will refrain from making any comments at this time. We remain committed to continue serving our clients with excellence.”

Official Statement by Rimas Sports
'At Rimas Sports, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity of our industry…”

BREAKING: Rimas Sports, the agency launched last year by Bad Bunny, is facing significant discipline from the MLB Players Association, sources told The Athletic. One agent has had his license revoked, others pending will not be approved. More:

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This was a lot of fun to report. Stories from facing Doc Gooden:

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