Former World Series MVP Pedro Guerrero had a massive stroke and is recovering in a hospital in New York, his wife said.
Aviators
The New York Mets sent Seth Lugo to the disabled list and put Rafael Montero on the roster, leaving neither in the Las Vegas rotation.
One could put together an entire roster of guys representing Southern Nevada high schools who have played in the big leagues, a significant percentage of whom are still playing.
Rookie outfielder/first baseman Brock Stassi had an emotional reaction after being named to the Philadelphia Phillies’ opening day roster.
Adam Wilk’s season last year ended with surgery. But now, Wilk is completely healthy, ready to begin his first season in the New York Mets’ organization, for whom he’ll be a starter for the 51s.
Handicapper Micah Roberts is picking the Los Angeles Dodgers to win their first World Series since 1988.
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The New York Mets’ two top prospects, Amed Rosario and Dominic Smith, will start the year at Triple-A Las Vegas.
New York Mets All-Star reliever Jeurys Familia accepted a 15-game suspension under Major League Baseball’s domestic violence policy, discipline stemming from an altercation last October.
Las Vegan Paul Sewald forced his way onto the Mets’ radar with a strong spring performance, but was one of two New York cuts on Tuesday.
Injuries are creating question marks for the New York Mets — and by extension, their Triple-A affiliate, the 51s — with a week before the season starts.
The lines were long, the concourse packed, but many fans had a good time at Big League Weekend at Cashman Field.
Kris Bryant went 2-for-3 on Saturday eliciting plenty of cheers from a pro-Cubs crowd.
Pat Kelly managed the Las Vegas Stars in 1990 and Jim Riggleman managed them in 1991-92.
The Cubs first came to Las Vegas in 1993 for an exhibition game. This year will be their 16th visit, including 13th straight, thanks to a strong, longstanding relationship with the 51s.