Demotion may save Abbott from record sinkhole
The Phillies demoted rookie Kyle Abbott after an 0-7 start, sparking discussion of historic single season loss records. The piece notes prior benchmarks by Al Gerheauser, Roger Craig, Jack Fisher, Ben Cantwell, Terry Felton, and Robin Roberts, while mentioning Texas pitcher Roger Pavlik’s brief MLB setback and other recent team struggles.
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Moises Alou Makes Marks Late Start to Stardom
Montreal Expo outfielder Moises Alou, son of Felipe Alou, credits a late start in baseball for a unique path. He recalls family hardships from 1974 and a near fatal dog attack, noting his resilience as he hits .375 with six doubles in 40 at bats.
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Baseball seeks promise from possible Mariners buyers
New York AP report says Major League Baseball wants the Japanese led group aiming to purchase the Seattle Mariners to promise not to sue if rejected. The $325 million bid includes $100 million to buy from Jeff Smulyan and $25 million to operate, with $75 million from Hiroshi Yamauchi of Nintendo Co. Ltd. of Kyoto.
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