Notes and quotes on the Nationals adding Robert Hassell III and Andry Lara to the 40-Man roster... Washington Nationals’ GM and President of Baseball Ops Mike Rizzo talked about Robert Hassell III as “a five-tool talent” after acquiring the outfielder as one of five high-end San Diego Padres’ prospects (along with CJ Abrams, James Wood, MacKenzie Gore, and Jarlin Susana) … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals news & notes: Nats add two to 40-Man roster
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Speaker Johnson declares support for banning Sarah McBride’s access to women’s restrooms
By FARNOUSH AMIRI WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Mike Johnson declared Wednesday that lawmakers and staff will have to use the restroom corresponding with their biological sex, a statement directed at Sarah McBride, the first transgender person to be elected to Congress, months before she is set to arrive on Capitol Hill. “All single-sex facilities in the Capitol and House … [Read more...] about Speaker Johnson declares support for banning Sarah McBride’s access to women’s restrooms
MLBTR Podcast: The Rays’ Stadium Plans, Diamond Sports, And Some Offseason Rumors
The latest episode of the MLB Trade Rumors Podcast is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts! Make sure you subscribe as well! You can also use the player at this link to listen, if you don’t use Spotify or Apple for podcasts. This week, host Darragh McDonald is joined by Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors to discuss… The Rays’ stadium plans … [Read more...] about MLBTR Podcast: The Rays’ Stadium Plans, Diamond Sports, And Some Offseason Rumors
Wednesday Bird Droppings: Orioles protect two prospects from Rule 5 draft
Photo by George Kubas/Diamond Images via Getty Images A flurry of actual news came through yesterday, including 40-man roster additions and qualifying offer decisions. Good Morning, Birdland, Two notable offseason deadlines came and went on Tuesday. First, players that were given the qualifying offer had to determine whether they would accept it or not, and then teams … [Read more...] about Wednesday Bird Droppings: Orioles protect two prospects from Rule 5 draft