Shohei Ohtani's $700 million contract calls for him to be paid only $2 million a year for the next 10 seasons, with $680 million deferred until the end of the deal, sources confirm to ESPN.
The CBT hit on the contract is going to be around $46 million, a huge discount for L.A.
I'll say this: J.A Happ is one of the most gracious athletes I've encountered in almost 40 years in the biz. I will be openly cheering for him this postseason, without apology.
First thing I realized covering the Olympics: if an athlete lays down a personal best and doesn’t medal … I mean, you get one chance every four years and are the BEST you have EVER been on the day that counts? I don’t care whether you medal or not. That’s clutch.
I get Chris Woodward's reaction to the Fernando Tatis, Jr. swing. It's ridiculous, but I get it. But for Tatis' manager Jayce Tingler or the G.M. to do anything but rise to his defence? I'd fire them. I can get a thousand Jayce Tinglers. To throw Tatis under the bus is bullshit.
We just had Oakland A's director of player development Ed Sprague on the show. He described Matt Chapman as "the best defender in Blue Jays history."
#BlairandBarker
Bryce Harper on Angel Hernandez's call and getting ejected:
"Angel in the middle of something again. ... Every year. It's the same story. Same thing. ... I'm gonna get fined for being right. Again."
But I will leave you with this one quick thought about Stephen Brunt:
He was one of a handful of truly significant national sports voices. His understanding of the power of his platform was reflected in his work - not his ego. Helluva thing.
After another day of watching Trump pee down his own leg, let’s all give thanks that we're too smart to elect a right-wing populist of limited intellectual capacity with legal issues living off Daddy’s money ...
Can't decide my favourite" Kawhi is staying rumour:"
1. someone behind him in line saw him signing up for an HBC card
2. daughter registered in private school here
3. bought a house here
4. bought a house here for his mom.
5. seen getting boxes at local Home Depot.
Consummate pro with deep, deep knowledge, organizational sources, and understanding of the game. Great teammate. Looking forward to what the future holds for
@benwag247
....
Gonna be dandy to get George Springer back for the soft part of the schedule when they're 10 games back. Front office needs to give Charlie some leverage arms here. Stop crying about bullpen injuries. Give the man at least one healthy arm he can count on.
My daughter and I have the same birthday. Ten years ago today she was 10, I was 50 and we celebrated by taking snowboard lessons at Mt. Tremblant. Today she’s 20, I’m 60 and we just toasted the folks at Homestead West who are looking after my Mom. You are family to us.
I’m going to add my voice to this: the Leafs could have let the NHL investigation speak for itself. Instead, on an off day, Kyle Dubas and Morgan Rielly held a media availability to deal with the matter. That is how you make a difference.
Last night was bigger than basketball.
For: Dayna Brons, Logan Schatz, Jaxon Joseph, Conner Lukan, Stephen Wack, Logan Hunter, Evan Thomas, Adam Herold, Jacob Leicht, Logan Boulet, Parker Tobin, Darcy Haugan, Mark Cross, Tyler Bieber, Brody Hinz, Glen Doerksen
+ the 13 battling
I will never get the anger about the Raptors not playing on Christmas Day. STOP WORRYING ABOUT WHAT AMERICANS THINK OF YOU. Seriously. It has no measurable impact on your life.
Friday, March 18: Lefty Brandon Eisert came up from Minor League camp and struck out the side with the bases loaded in the 9th.
Our Manager surprised him with a gift 💙
I know Pearson throws the pitches. But who comes up with the idea to call those pitches? What is the thought process behind them? Is Pearson too scared to change Kirk's call? And if so - why? Is Kirk getting direction? So many cooks ... so few answers.
So here’s the thing: I know Shohei is a unicorn … but if Vladdy’s team makes the playoffs and he keeps going off and wins the Triple Crown and hits 50 bombs … I don’t know. I still think team success provides some context for a players numbers.
I’m hardly his favourite person - nor do I care or need to be - but the piling on on Marcus Stroman for what happened Saturday is silly. It might be one of the most understandable pitchers reactions I’ve ever seen.
Something I've heard in the last week: while it's far from a priority, the Jays might try to get out from under George Springer's deal as part of their off-season work. He has an 8-team no-trade clause.
Friends: I thought it was important to let you know I’m being treated for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Still, I intend to be there opening day, sitting beside
@SiddallJoe
hosting
#BlueJays
Central. Hope you’ll join us then.
Here’s the thing, folks: Ross Atkins CAN’T say Vlady’s ready then have him start in the minors … and he CAN’T come out and say he’s going to start in the minors without a grievance being filed. Geezus. It’s not freaking rocket science.
Loved watching this dude play and talking to him. Challenging, no BS interview. Listening in on him, Tulo and Reggie talking hitting in Tampa is Top 5 spring training moment. Enjoy your retirement. Hit 'em far and straight!!!