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Astros News
- The Astros’ bats showed up too late in last night’s game to make a difference as they fell 5-3 in the Twins series opener (Astros.com)
- It also probably didn’t help that Gurriel continues to sit with a stiff neck and Correa was given a night off (Astros.com)
- But the biggest news yesterday came from off the field when it was announced that Astros legendary pitcher J.R. Richard had passed away (Astros.com)
- Dusty Baker had a lot of words of respect for the man, and let everyone know exactly how scary it was to face J.R. in his prime (The Athletic, $$$)
- Former GM Tal Smith also had some words, noting that Richard would have been a surefire Hall of Famer if he hadn’t had a stroke (Twitter - Mark Berman)
Around the League
- Team USA has defeated South Korea and will compete for a gold medal in the Olympics against host country Japan (ESPN)
- Trevor Bauer’s administrative leave has been extended as MLB continues to investigate the sexual assault allegations against him (Sports Illustrated)
- Gary Sanchez is the latest Yankees player to test positive for COVID-19 and is headed to the health and safety IL (MLB Trade Rumors)
- The White Sox are on the cusp of greatness but can they actually cross the line? (538 Sports)
- Is Miguel Cabrera the best right handed hitter of all time? (MLB.com)
- The Indians-come-Guardians will remain in Cleveland for another 15 years after extending the lease for Progressive Field (ESPN)