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June 30, 2024 at 2:14 AM
11 people injured when escalator malfunctions in Milwaukee ballpark after Brewers lose to Cubs
Eleven people were injured when an escalator malfunctioned at American Family Field in Milwaukee following the Brewers’ loss to the Chicago Cubs
June 30, 2024 at 2:14 AM
June 29, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Orlando Cepeda, slugging Hall of Fame first baseman nicknamed 'Baby Bull,' dies at 86
Orlando Cepeda, the slugging first baseman nicknamed “Baby Bull” who became a Hall of Famer among the early Puerto Ricans to star in the major leagues, has died
June 29, 2024 at 2:22 PM
June 28, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Bat boy may be Dodgers' Most Valuable Player
Last night, bat boy Javier Herrera saved MLB star Shohei Ohtani by catching a screaming line-drive foul ball barehanded in the dugout.
June 28, 2024 at 12:27 AM
June 21, 2024 at 5:41 PM
Kansas governor signs bills enabling effort to entice Chiefs and Royals with new stadiums
Kansas' governor has signed legislation enabling the state to lure the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and Major League Baseball’s Royals away from neighboring Missouri
June 21, 2024 at 5:41 PM
June 21, 2024 at 4:54 PM
Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson speaks out on racism he experienced playing in Alabama
Being back at Rickwood Field brought back painful memories for MLB Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson, who detailed the racism he experienced there.
June 21, 2024 at 4:54 PM
June 21, 2024 at 4:01 PM
MLB pays tribute to its Black pioneers
The League held its first-ever game at Rickwood Field in Alabama, the nation's oldest professional ballpark and former home to the Negro League's Birmingham Black Barons. ABC News' Danny New reports.
June 21, 2024 at 4:01 PM
June 20, 2024 at 8:03 PM
MLB to play 1st regular season game at historic Rickwood Field
The Giants and Cardinals will face off at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama, former home of the Black Barons. Both MLB teams will be wearing special jerseys honoring Negro League teams.
June 20, 2024 at 8:03 PM
June 20, 2024 at 3:56 AM
Celebrating the life of baseball great Willie Mays
Ballparks around the country are paying tribute to the legendary baseball player who died at the age of 93.
June 20, 2024 at 3:56 AM
June 19, 2024 at 2:34 PM
Willie Mays dies at 93
Mays, considered one of the greatest baseball players in history, had a career that spanned two decades and included two MVP awards, 24 All-Star games and a World Series championship.
June 19, 2024 at 2:34 PM
June 19, 2024 at 12:48 PM
Baseball legend Willie Mays dies at 93
Willie Mays, widely considered to be one of the greatest baseball players in the history of the game, has died at 93.
June 19, 2024 at 12:48 PM
June 19, 2024 at 6:50 AM
Baseball legend Willie Mays dies at 93
Baseball's 1979 hall of fame inductee Willie Mays has died at 93, the San Francisco Giants confirmed Tuesday night.
June 19, 2024 at 6:50 AM
June 16, 2024 at 3:23 PM
MLB umpire latest to face discipline for allegedly violating gambling rules
The MLB umpire, Pat Hoberg, is being disciplined by the league for allegedly violating the league’s gambling rules.
June 16, 2024 at 3:23 PM
June 16, 2024 at 1:51 AM
Major League Baseball disciplines umpire
Pat Hoberg denies violating the league's gambling rules and is appealing the decision.
June 16, 2024 at 1:51 AM
June 11, 2024 at 12:16 AM
‘Antiques Roadshow’ appraiser stunned by historic baseball bat used by Yankees legend
The appraiser on “Antiques Roadshow” was astonished by a historic baseball bat once used by Yankees legend Mickey Mantle.
June 11, 2024 at 12:16 AM
June 5, 2024 at 10:12 AM
MLB shortstop permanently banned for betting on baseball
San Diego Padres shortstop Tucupita Marcano has been permanently banned from MLB for gambling more than $150,000 on baseball, according to the league.
June 5, 2024 at 10:12 AM
June 5, 2024 at 10:10 AM
Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter pleads guilty in gambling case
Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for MLB star Shohei Ohtani, pleaded guilty to federal charges related to stealing nearly $17 million from the Dodgers player.
June 5, 2024 at 10:10 AM
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MLB player facing potential lifetime ban for allegedly betting on baseball
ESPN reports that Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano is under investigation for betting on Pittsburgh Pirates-related games last season.
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Granddaughter of Negro League baseball great 'stunned' by stats merger with MLB
Major League Baseball has merged Negro Leagues statistics into its record books. The granddaughter of one of the Negro Leagues' greats calls it "a dream come true."
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Granddaughter of Negro League star speaks on stats merger with MLB
"It's a dream come true", Turkey Stearns granddaughter says of stats merger.
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MLB adding players from the Negro Leagues to its official record books
Former Negro League players' statistics will be officially incorporated into Major League Baseball’s historical records.
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Baseball records changing MLB forever
ABC's Demarco Morgan reports that Major League Baseball has officially embraced the Negro Leagues numbers in its official historical record.
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MLB to add Negro League statistics to record books
Major League Baseball is set to announce statistics from the Negro Leagues will now be officially integrated into the MLB’s historical record books.
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New bronze statue of Jackie Robinson soon heading to Kansas
Plus, the tallest waterslide in the U.S. debuts in Wisconsin’s Olympus Water Park.
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MLB player Bryce Harper helps with 'promposal'
ABC News' Danny New explains how the Major League Baseball star helped one lucky teen ask a girl to the prom.
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Shohei Ohtani honored with LA Dodgers bobblehead
The Japanese baseball star also surprised young fan Albert at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital before the game and invited the 13-year-old to throw out the first pitch against the Cincinnati Reds.
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Shohei Ohtani's interpreter to plead guilty to stealing millions from baseball star
Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for MLB star Shohei Ohtani, has agreed to plead guilty to bank fraud in relation to stealing nearly $17 million from the player.
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Bees delay Diamondbacks baseball game
The Arizona Diamondbacks game against the Los Angeles Dodgers was delayed nearly two hours on Tuesday after a bee colony decided to form at the top of the protective netting behind home plate.
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Changes coming to sports uniforms
The MLB will address several issues players have with the new "see-through" uniforms. Meanwhile, the NFL will now allow "guardian caps" for the top of helmets during games.
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Umpires under fire
ABC News' Andrew Dymburt explains why MLB fans are slamming a string of recent controversial calls and are demanding a change.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter surrenders
The former interpreter is now free on bond, but is facing a charge that could land him in prison for decades if convicted for allegedly stealing money to pay for his gambling debts.
3 months ago
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter released on bond
Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for the LA Dodgers star has been released on bond after allegedly stealing millions from in a gambling scheme, the Department of Justice said.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter released on bond in federal bank fraud case
The former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani now faces federal charges over allegations he stole millions from MLB's highest-paid player.
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Feds announce they are charging Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter
Ippei Mizuhara has been charged with bank fraud after he allegedly stole more than 16-million-dollars from Ohtani's account without any knowledge from the MLB all-star.
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Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter charged with bank fraud
Ippei Mizuhara is accused of using $16 million stolen from Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to cover gambling debts.
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Ohtani’s former translator reportedly facing federal charges for gambling scandal
According to The New York Times, Ippei Mizuhara is in negotiations to plead guilty to federal charges related to an illegal gambling scandal.
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MLB fans celebrate opening day
Baseball fans packed stadiums nationwide as Major League Baseball's 2024 season commenced.
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The stadium foods of 2024 MLB season
Steven Maak of Levy Restaurants chats about some of the fun food found at ballparks across the country this year.
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Baseball’s biggest star under scrutiny over interpreter scandal
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is set to make his home debut amid a scandal involving his former interpreter.
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Shohei Ohtani breaks silence on gambling scandal involving ex-interpreter
The star athlete said he has “never bet on baseball or any other sport” amid the illegal gambling and theft allegations levied against his former interpreter and close friend, Ippei Mizuhara.
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Columnist Christine Brennan on Ohtani’s gambling scandal
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with USA Today columnist Christine Brennan about LA Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani’s statement after allegations his interpreter used Ohanti’s money to pay gambling debts.
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Shohei Ohtani breaks silence on gambling scandal
The L.A. Dodger star opened up to the press for the first time after his translator was fired after allegations of a "massive theft" tied to gambling debts.
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Shohei Ohtani says he never bet on sports as he addresses media
Shohei Ohtani broke his silence Monday about the gambling scandal that prompted his baseball team, the Los Angeles Dodgers, to fire his interpreter.
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MLB player Shohei Ohtani addresses gambling scandal: 'Saddened and shocked'
In a prepared statement, through an interpreter, Ohtani said, "I am very saddened and shocked that someone who I trusted has done this."
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Ohtani to speak on interpreter controversy
Victor Oquendo reports ahead of superstar Shohei Ohtani addressing the media about allegations his money was used to pay off the alleged multimillion-dollar gambling debt of his longtime interpreter.
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Shohei Ohtani now part of MLB gambling investigation amid interpreter’s scandal
One of baseball’s biggest stars is embroiled in an investigation by Major League Baseball while the IRS also zeroes in on an alleged illegal gambling scandal involving his former interpreter.
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Shohei Ohtani's interpreter fired as gambling allegations emerge
The baseball superstar's former interpreter reportedly racked up millions of dollars in gambling debts. The MLB has announced it's opening an investigation.
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MLB opens investigation into Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani's interpreter
The LA Dodgers fired the interpreter after he was accused of stealing millions from Ohtani to cover his gambling debt.
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MLB opens investigation into Shohei Ohtani interpreter allegations
Major League Baseball said Friday it has begun formally investigating allegations involving Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara.
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Dodgers fire Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter amid gambling debts
The Los Angeles Dodgers fired Ohtani's longtime friend and interpreter Ippei Mizuhara after he allegedly stole more than $4.5 million from Ohtani to pay off gambling debts.
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Bomb scare interrupts MLB game in South Korea
Officers found no bombs at the stadium before the Dodgers faced the Padres.
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