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Passan: Why Cleveland's name change is a half-century overdue
As the Cleveland baseball team drops the nickname it has had since 1915, Jeff Passan examines what led to the decision.
What you need to know about Cleveland's name change
When will Cleveland's baseball team have a new nickname? And what might it be?
The latest MLB offseason buzz Jeff Passan is hearing: Liam Hendriks, busy Blue Jays and more
The top closer available has no shortage of suitors, Toronto is exploring all options, and there's a surprise in the starting pitcher market.
Sources: Indians to drop name after 105 years
The Cleveland Indians plan to drop the nickname they have used since 1915, sources confirmed to ESPN, becoming the latest professional sports franchise to shed its Native American imagery amid accusations that its use is racist.
What you need to know about the Cleveland Indians' name change
When will Cleveland's baseball team have a new nickname? And what might it be?
Gators' shoe-tosser joins long list of coaches and players who threw things in games
Throwing a shoe -- yes a shoe -- cost Florida a chance in the College Football Playoff. The shoe-thrower is in good company with other famous tossers of apparel, flags, clipboards and all kinds of other things.
Gators' shoe-tosser joins long list of coaches and players throwing things in games
Throwing a shoe -- yes a shoe -- cost Florida a chance in the College Football Playoff. The shoe-thrower is in good company with other famous incidents of throwing apparel, flags, clipboards and all kinds of other things.
Mets hire D-backs executive Porter as new GM
Arizona Diamondbacks assistant general manager Jared Porter was hired Sunday as the new GM of the New York Mets.
Nolan Arenado can keep his cash or play for a winner -- but not both
Unless he's willing to take less money to leave Colorado, the third baseman's pre-pandemic contract is likely to scare off suitors.
What getting James McCann will mean for the Mets -- and the free-agent market
As the Mets near landing a catcher, what's their next move and what does McCann's deal mean for star free agent J.T. Realmuto?
Sources: Mets to hire D-backs exec Porter as GM
The Mets are working to hire Diamondbacks executive Jared Porter as their new GM, sources told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.
Sources: Mets, catcher McCann finalizing deal
The Mets are finalizing a four-year contract with catcher James McCann, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Morrow back with Dodgers on minor league deal
Reliever Brandon Morrow, who pitched for the Dodgers in 2017 but has struggled with injuries the past three seasons, signed a minor league contract with L.A. on Friday.
Sources: Morrow, Dodgers reach minors deal
Reliever Brandon Morrow and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on a minor league deal, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Dombrowski plans to retool, not rebuild Phillies
New president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said there are "too many good players" on the Phillies for the team to rebuild.
Sources: Rangers, OF Dahl agree to 1-year deal
The Rangers and David Dahl are in agreement on a one-year deal for around $3 million, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Virtual MLB winter meetings wrap: From Dave Dombrowski in Philly to the Rangers' new direction
The lack of in-person meetings didn't keep moves from happening. Here's what we learned this week.
Auction winnings returning to Reds legend Bench
The winning bidder on over $1 million worth of memorabilia from a recent auction of Johnny Bench's personal collection is returning the items to the Hall of Fame catcher, with whom he has been friends since 1967.
Dombrowski to helm Phillies' baseball operations
The Phillies have named former Red Sox executive Dave Dombrowski the team's new president of baseball operations.
This winter's Mookie Betts trade? Why Indians are finally ready to deal Francisco Lindor
After years of rumors, Cleveland is taking offers for its elite shortstop. So where will he go?
