2000s Baseball

The Golden Glove of Omar Vizquel: A Shortstop Legend

Playing in an astonishing four decades and across 24 seasons, Omar Vizquel turned the shortstop position into his own personal stage, showcasing agility, precision, and a knack for making the impossible seem routine.

Adrián Beltré was an entertainer who happened to play baseball

Adrian Beltré was an entertainer who happened to play baseball. He had a playful sense of humor, and in the three primary cities in which he played, Beltré became a fan favorite. One of the singular unique players of his generation, Beltré never forgot that he was playing a game.

Leyland Elected to Hall of Fame

Former manager Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to their first World Series title in 1997, has been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Joey Votto: The Big Read Machine

What do people want from Joey Votto? The answer to that question will tell you what they think of him. But he doesn’t give a damn.