U.S. into third straight World Baseball Classic final after beating Dominican Republic 2-1

Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony homered and the United States limited the Dominican Republic’s electric offense to win a thrilling semifinal 2-1 on Sunday and move one win from capturing its second World Baseball Classic championship. The loaded American roster led by NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes, and featuring stars Bryce Harper and … Read more

Head priest of Episcopal Church accused of stealing baseball cards from Walmart

PITTSBURGH — The head priest and dean of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Pittsburgh is facing charges after being accused of stealing more than $1,000 in baseball cards from a Walmart. The Very Rev. Aidan Smith was arrested Feb. 27 by police just after leaving the Walmart in Economy Borough, just outside Pittsburgh, with 27 … Read more

Team USA’s manager mistakenly believed it had already advanced in World Baseball Classic before shocking loss to Italy

The United States is on the ropes in the World Baseball Classic after a shocking 8-6 loss to Italy on Tuesday — and now U.S. manager Mark DeRosa is on the hot seat after he revealed he didn’t know where the team stood in the tournament standings. The U.S. — the favorites to win the … Read more