Morning news and notes for Saturday, April 16, 2022
Guardians 1 – Giants 4
Long-time Guardian nemesis Carlos Rodón carved the Guardians up like a Thanksgiving turkey, Rodón had the Guardians guessing and missing all night.
The good news is that Rodón now plays for the Giants and not the White Sox, limiting his future exposure to Guardians bats
Cleveland Guardians news
From $60 parking, homemade jersey, lost money, more: Cleveland Guardians home opener sights, sounds – cleveland.com
We check out the sights and sounds from the Cleveland Guardians’ home opener Friday at Progressive Field.
WATCH: Tom Hanks throws out 1st pitch at Guardians’ home opener | wkyc.com
Tossing the ball to Larry Doby Jr., the legendary actor who once called Cleveland home was also joined by a special guest: his old pal Wilson!
Native Americans welcome Cleveland Guardians home opener | wkyc.com
After decades of demonstrations against the club’s old name and logo, some say they are ready to celebrate with fans.
Native American organization praises Cleveland Guardians for name change on Opening Day
“We now have a professional baseball team that is more welcoming and inclusive to all Clevelanders.”
About the Jose Ramirez 7-year, $141 million contract, ownership update -Terry Pluto – cleveland.com
While the new deal with Jose Ramirez was called “an extension,” it actually is a brand-new seven-year contract.
Around the league
- Joe Maddon, in that way that makes sense to Joe Maddon, has batter intentional walked with the bases loaded.
- New York renames street as Jackie Robinson Way
- Mets unveil Tom Terrific statue
- Great and not-so-great recent moments of pitchers at the plate with a bat