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David Ortiz is the designated hitter for the MLB's Boston Red Sox. Prior to joining the Red Sox in 2003, Ortiz played for the Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Ortiz began his Major League Baseball career in 1992, and has since won two World Series, played in 4 All-Star games, and tops the majors with 177 homers and 541 RBI since 2004. In 2007, Ortiz released his autobiography, "Big Papi: My Story of Big Dreams and Big Hits," which reached the New York Times Bestseller list. He is the spokesman for Reebok, Sharp, Vitamin Water, and XM Satellite Radio. Ortiz and his wife, Jessica, have three children, and currently reside in Weston, Mass. (Photo...
David Ortiz is the designated hitter for the MLB's Boston Red Sox. Prior to joining the Red Sox in 2003, Ortiz played for the Minnesota Twins and Seattle Mariners. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Ortiz began his Major League Baseball career in 1992, and has since won two World Series, played in 4 All-Star games, and tops the majors with 177 homers and 541 RBI since 2004. In 2007, Ortiz released his autobiography, "Big Papi: My Story of Big Dreams and Big Hits," which reached the New York Times Bestseller list. He is the spokesman for Reebok, Sharp, Vitamin Water, and XM Satellite Radio. Ortiz and his wife, Jessica, have three children, and currently reside in Weston, Mass. (Photo AP)
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Mets reach dubious milestone: 8,000 games without a no-hitter
Miami Marlins shortstop Jose Reyes' leadoff triple in first inning Friday clinched a milestone for non-achievement by his former team, the New York Mets.
Friday's game was the 8,000th in the Mets' 50-year existence, and they've never thrown a no-hitter....Tags: Eduardo Nunez, Laynce Nix, New York Yankees, Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres
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Some parks age better than others
Fenway Park 100,Dodger Stadium 50
The Boston Red Sox alumni took the field Friday, from Jim Rice to Carl Yastrzemski, from Johnny Pesky to Pedro Martinez, all in a graceful celebration of Fenway Park's 100th birthday.
If Frank McCourt had had his way,...Tags: Houston Astros, Luke Scott, Pittsburgh Pirates, Johnny Pesky, Carlton Fisk
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14 arrested in Whittier-based drug trafficking ring
L.A. NOWAuthorities on Thursday arrested 14 alleged members of a Whittier-based family-run drug trafficking ring.... -
Bill Plaschke: Baseball has its greatest regular-season finish
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Report: Terry Francona is out as Boston Red Sox manager
The Fabulous ForumTerry Francona met with Boston Red Sox management on Friday to discuss his future as manager, but the team said a decision has not been reached. Despite the statement, Francona told staff members on Thursday that he will not be returning as manager, a... -
Where and when will Terry Francona manage next? [Updated]
The Fabulous ForumWriters from around the Tribune Co. discuss the future of Terry Francona, who stepped down last week after eight seasons and two World Series titles as manager of the Boston Red Sox.... -
David Ortiz: Could he become a Yankee?
The Fabulous ForumDavid Ortiz: Could Red Sox's David Ortiz become a Yankee?... -
MLB Commissioner Bud Selig mum on McCourt case
The Fabulous ForumBaseball Commissioner Bud Selig declined to say Thursday whether he believes Jamie McCourt’s decision to relinquish full control of the Dodgers to her former husband Frank would speed resolution of a dispute that saw Selig take control of the... -
Football: Westlake controls its own destiny
Varsity Times InsiderThere are only a few teams in Southern California that don't really have to worry about what other teams are doing to make a CIF state championship bowl game. One of those teams is unbeaten Westlake Village Westlake (8-0). If...... -
Which two teams will play in the World Series? [Poll]
The Fabulous ForumWith less than two months left before Major League Baseball's postseason, writers from around the Tribune Co. wonder which teams will represent the American League and National League in the World Series. Readers are encouraged to take part in the... -
Baseball: Boston Red Sox call up El Camino Real's Ryan Lavarnway
Varsity Times InsiderIt's been a nice month for former Southern California players to make their major league debuts. Crenshaw's Trayvon Robinson had a home run and a home run-saving catch in his first few games with the Seattle Mariners. And now former...... -
11 injured in bus crash in Jefferson Park
L.A. NOWEleven people, including a pregnant woman, were injured Tuesday night when a Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus collided with a vehicle in Jefferson Park, officials said. The 25-year-old pregnant woman was listed in serious condition. She was...
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