The final months of Vera Clemente’s life were filled with beautiful images and vivid dreams. Her husband, Roberto Clemente, was a constant presence in these visions, she would tell others. He’d pick her up in a brand-new Cadillac and they would drive around Puerto Rico, just like the old days.

The screwball relies on movement and lots of feeling. It begins in one direction and unexpectedly breaks in the opposite direction. When it’s good, it’s incredible, and when executed perfectly, you’ll never forget it. --- Note: This story was originally published 40 years after the height of Fernandomania and is

Fernando Valenzuela, the cultural hero and baseball legend whose journey from a dusty pitcher’s mound in rural Mexico to center stage at Dodger Stadium launched a movement for baseball fans around the globe, died on Tuesday. He was 63. Decades after “Fernandomania” drew generations of families to Chavez Ravine in

PHOENIX -- Freddy Peralta and his family spent part of the offseason relaxing on the beaches of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, located around 50 miles north of his home in Moca. They vacationed to different parts of the island a few times, he said, and sometimes they simply chilled on

PHOENIX -- When rumors about Brandon Woodruff's possible return to the Brewers began to swirl, the praise began to flow. “Woody is not only one of my favorite Brewers ever, he's one of my favorite people ever, and outside of baseball, too,” Mark Attanasio, the Brewers’ chairman and principal owner,

PHOENIX -- Mark Attanasio, who enters his 20th season as the Brewers’ chairman and principal owner, is extremely proud of what his ownership group and management team have accomplished on and off the field in the past 19 seasons, but admits he’s not very retrospective. There are a few memories

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PHOENIX -- Christian Yelich stood in front of cameras and microphones at his locker at Brewers camp Monday morning, took a deep breath and shared his thoughts on a number of key topics surrounding the upcoming season for more than 12 minutes. He expressed optimism about his club’s chances in

It’s the start of the international signing period and one of the most important dates on the baseball calendar. The period provides all 30 clubs the opportunity to sign top-notch talent from around the globe and put those emerging prospects into their systems.

The ultimate destination for international prospects is playing in the Major Leagues, and the first step toward reaching that goal is only a few months away. The 2024 international signing period -- when prospects from across the globe become eligible to sign with big league clubs -- starts on Jan.

SEATTLE -- Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. leaned over the purple padded rail near first base at Husky Ballpark, smiled and motioned to a group of young people seated in the stands. Then he waved them over again. It was really happening. The 2023 Chevrolet Discover the Unexpected (DTU)

The full-sized school bus eased to a stop in front of our house and the last passenger, a curly-haired kid with a million-dollar smile, popped out of his seat in the front row and high-fived the driver. The big yellow bird had finally landed, its doors swung open and our

It’s been called international signing day. Others have referred to it as the international day of joy. Jan. 15 is officially known as the first day of the international signing period and it means everything to the prospects from across the globe who sign during the 11-month span. For these

There are a lot of reasons why international scouts find right-handed pitcher Marwys Jorge appealing. He reminds some of Edward Cabrera. Others saw flashes of Sandy Alcantara. What we know is that the teenager is being trained by former Kansas City pitcher Edinson Volquez, so he is getting top-notch instruction.

Arizona is once again showing its commitment to signing players on the international market. The club came to terms with outfielder Gian Zapata, the No. 18 prospect on the top 50 international list, and shortstop Jeremy Rodriguez, the No. 47 prospect. Zapata's deal is for $950,000, while Rodriguez received $1.25

The Mariners found Julio Rodríguez on the international market and helped develop him into one of the game’s biggest stars. There are also high hopes for this year’s class of international prospects. The club on Sunday announced that it signed seven international free agents, headlined by shortstop Felnin Celesten, the

The Cubs have long ago established themselves as one of the most active teams on the international market and that trend continues in 2023. According to industry sources, the club has agreed to a deal with shortstop Derniche Valdez, the No. 6 overall prospect on the international top 50 list

The Rangers already boasted the younger brother of an All-Star in their Minor League ranks in Luisangel Acuña (brother of Ronald Acuña Jr.), and now they’ve added another after signing outfielder Pablo Guerrero, the son of Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr. and younger brother of the Blue Jays’ Vladimir

The Twins understand that operating on the international market is a key component to building a successful franchise, so it’s no surprise the team is active in the space. According to industry sources, the club has agreed to a $2.4 million deal with outfielder Ariel Castro, the No. 11 prospect

MILWAUKEE -- The Brewers' initial 29 additions during this international signing period feature an electric bat and two athletic middle infielders. The club has agreed to deals with outfielder Yophery Rodríguez, the No. 22 overall prospect on the Top 50 International Prospects list, for $1.5 million; shortstop Filippo Di Turi,

The Mets are excited about their class of international prospects and it could go down as one of the most athletic groups in recent history. The club announced Monday it has agreed to terms with 27 players, including catcher Daiverson Gutierrez, the No. 27-ranked prospect on the top 50 international

The list of international prospects and players the White Sox have signed in recent years is long and noteworthy. Acquiring talent on the global market has become a staple of the organization, and the approach continues. The club on Monday announced it had agreed to a $700,000 deal with right-hander

The A’s have emerged as a force on the international market in recent years and are adding a pair of top prospects. Oakland has agreed to deals with right-hander Luis Morales, No. 5 on the Top 50 International Prospects list, and outfielder Darling Fernandez, ranked No. 40, the team announced

The Padres, under the leadership of general manager A.J. Preller, have been one of the most active and aggressive players on the international market for years. This year’s international class could be the team’s best ever. The club announced Sunday it has signed Venezuelan catcher Ethan Salas, the top-ranked prospect

The Dodgers’ history on the international market dates back to the 1970s with the creation of an academy in the Dominican Republic. The commitment to scouring Latin America and the Caribbean to find top prospects remains as strong as ever. The club announced Sunday that it has agreed to terms