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Dodgers legendary pitcher Valenzuela dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the impetus behind "Fernandomania" while starring for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 1980s, has died at the age of 63.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, known affectionately as "El Toro," has died at 63 years old. The starting pitcher led the Boys in Blue to one World Series title and still ranks amongst the franchise leaders ...

Fernando Valenzuela, Pitcher Whose Screwballs Eluded Batters, Dies at 63

The Los Angeles Dodgers star won the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Awards in 1981, when “Fernandomania” made him a household name and filled ballparks.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

Fernando Valenzuela, Dodgers pitcher that fueled 'Fernandomania,' dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the Los Angeles Dodgers pitching ace who inspired “Fernandomania” in the early 1980s, has died

The 6 best water filter pitchers and dispensers

Filter out contaminants, chemicals and more with these expert-recommended water filter pitchers and dispensers, including picks from ZeroWater, Brita, PUR and more.

Clark: Clubs 'blowing out' pitchers with max usage

Union chief Tony Clark says it is up to MLB teams to change how pitchers are being used to help reduce injuries.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Former Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who inspired 'Fernandomania,' dead at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania," has died.

Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela served as a cultural ambassador for Mexican Americans, Mexicans

For Mexicans and Mexican Americans, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela was a beacon of hope, inspiration and pride

Sports - ABC News - October 24

MLB free agent rankings: Top 10 starting pitchers

Here are the top 10 MLB starting pitchers set to become free agents this winter.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Where to watch Dodgers vs. Mets: TV channel, NLCS Game 1 live stream MLB playoffs, starting pitchers

The top-seeded Dodgers and sixth-seeded Mets get the NLCS started on Sunday night

Sports - CBS Sports - October 13

Hernández: Jack Flaherty's immortalizing Game 1 holds special meaning for L.A.-raised pitcher

If the Dodgers go on to win a World Series, what Jack Flaherty accomplished in Game 1 of the NLCS against the Mets will define his career in his native L.A.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14

Dodgers pitchers' record-tying streak of 33 straight scoreless innings in playoffs ends in NLCS

The Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers’ streak of 33 consecutive scoreless innings in the playoffs has ended

Sports - ABC News - October 14

Nestor Cortes injury update: Yankees pitcher could return for World Series after suffering flexor strain

Cortes has not pitched in a game since Sept. 18

Sports - CBS Sports - October 16

Mets vs. Dodgers, NLCS schedule 2024: Where to watch MLB playoff games, TV coverage, probable pitchers

The Dodgers are one win away from the 2024 World Series

Sports - CBS Sports - October 19

Hernández: Shortage of healthy pitchers forcing Dave Roberts into high-risk balancing act

A shortage of healthy Dodgers pitchers is forcing Dave Roberts to punt on playoff games, like he did in NLCS Game 2 and again in Game 5 against the Mets.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

Early 2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 40 at starting pitcher offers only a glimpse of the position's depth

If you're wondering how I could rank a certain pitcher so low, frankly, so am I

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

Angelenos mourn Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the 1980s

The city of Los Angeles is mourning the death of Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the early 1980s

Sports - ABC News - October 23

Yankees vs. Dodgers World Series: 10 storylines to follow, including pitcher matchups and the other superstars

The 2024 Fall Classic gets underway Friday in Los Angeles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

World Series: Important matchups include Dodgers pitchers vs. Yankees 3-4 hitters, testing Freddie Freeman

New York and Los Angeles open their series Friday in Los Angeles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

Freddie Freeman wins Game 1 with first walk-off grand slam in World Series history

Freeman clears the bases with 2 outs in the bottom of the 10th to save LA. Fan interference on a Gleyber Torres deep ball in the 9th looms large.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25

How Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto proved himself as one of baseball's best pitchers in World Series debut

Yamamoto, the Dodgers' $325 million righty, had a dazzling Game 2 start against the Yankees

Sports - CBS Sports - October 27

Early 2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 20 at relief pitcher shows Ryan Walker, Luke Weaver gaining value

The newcomers stand out at a position that could see a shakeup this offseason

Sports - CBS Sports - October 28

Yankees vs. Dodgers, World Series schedule 2024: Probable pitchers as New York forces Game 5

The two storied franchises are facing off for the 12th time

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Fantasy Baseball: First mock draft for 2025 shows shortstops, starting pitchers in ample supply in Rotisserie

There's also no shortage of stolen bases

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Jorge Soler trade: Braves send veteran slugger to Angels for pitcher on first day of MLB offseason

The MLB offseason is officially underway

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Angels acquire slugger Jorge Soler from Braves for starting pitcher Griffin Canning

The Los Angeles Angels have acquired outfielder Jorge Soler from the Atlanta Braves in a trade for right-hander Griffin Canning

Sports - ABC News - October 31

Dodgers pitcher rips Yankees over World Series 'mismatch,' says L.A. superstars 'aren't lazy and play hard'

Joe Kelly did not pitch in the playoffs but he had some hot takes anyway

Sports - CBS Sports - 5 days ago

Yankees keep pitcher Gerrit Cole on 4-year, $144 million deal he opted out of: Reports

Cole opted out of his megadeal over the weekend, but the Yankees' new deal will keep him with the team through 2029.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

Arizona pitcher Jordan Montgomery met with GM Mike Hazen after owner’s harsh comments

It remains to be seen whether Jordan Montgomery will be part of the club in 2025, though Mike Hazen is open to the possibility.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Asylum hotel rioter dies in prison

Peter Lynch was serving two year and eight months after pleading guilty to violent disorder

Why Democracy Lives and Dies by Math

A documentary filmmaker and a mathematician discuss our fear of numbers and its civic costs.

World - The New York Times - October 25

Actor Teri Garr dies at 79

Comedy actor Teri Garr, best known for roles in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis, her publicist confirmed. Garr was 79.

World's largest crocodile in captivity dies

The huge saltwater crocodile Cassius was nearly 5.5m (18ft) long and lived in Australia.

Man dies after motorcycle crash

A man has died after a collision on the Derrylin Road, police have said.

Fair-Wage Advocate Lilly Ledbetter Dies at 86

Her fight for equal wages inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 14

Tom Donohue, former longtime Chamber CEO, dies

Tom Donohue, who led the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades before retiring in 2021, has died, the business lobbying giant announced Monday. The Chamber represents big business in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

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