Won at least my 10th San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Award and third as Sportico senior writer in 2025 for best sports story and/or column. The subject will be revealed Oct. 28 at the annual awards ceremony in San Diego. 👍❤️⚾️💯

The BBWAA has approved new Reliever Awards beginning next season. Thus in 2026, we will have awards for AL Relief Pitcher of the Year and NL Relief Pitcher of the Year. Proud to have been a member of the committee that worked hard for eight months to make it happen.

Zac Gallen told me it's fine with him if he's not in his usual role for the Dbacks as Opening Night starter. He's well aware he could be usurped by newcomer Corbin Burnes. "That's above my pay grade," he said. Manager Torey Lovullo is agonizing over the decision. @sportico.bsky.social

The Yankees break from tradition and extend manager Aaron Boone's contract by two years going into his lamb duck 2025 season. Usually, they wait until the offseason to make these kind of moves. @sportico.bsky.social

Great to have Verlander in the NL West and training in Scottsdale. One of my favorite go-to interviews. Old school. Always has something to say. Needs 38 wins to reach 300. @sportico.bsky.social