A St. Louis native, Mike Shannon spent nine seasons with the Cardinals as a player from 1962-70 before joining the team’s radio booth for 50 years.
Author: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY
MLB restores video highlight that edited out banners criticizing A’s ownership
MLB.com restores original broadcast version of Ryan Noda’s home run after fans notice edited clip on league’s website didn’t show protest signs.
Pirates infielder Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut after 13 seasons in the minors
Appearing as a pinch-hitter vs. the Dodgers, Drew Maggi struck out, but it didn’t detract from making his MLB debut after 13 seasons in the minors.
‘He’s on steroids!’: Fernando Tatis Jr. dances away heckling from Cubs fans at Wrigley Field
Fans in the Wrigley Field bleachers chanted “He’s on steroids!” at Padres RF Fernando Tatis Jr., who showed off some nifty dance moves in response.
Reports: All-Star outfielder Bryan Reynolds agrees to $106.75 million extension with Pirates
After offseason contract talks bogged down, the Pirates finally come to terms with Bryan Reynolds on eight-year deal, according to multiple reports.
New Jersey Little League offers unique solution to unruly parents in stands
New rule in Deptford Township requires anyone who becomes abusive to serve as an umpire for three games before being allowed back in the stands.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred feels ‘sorry’ for fans in Oakland with A’s planning move to Las Vegas
Rob Manfred rejected Oakland mayor’s claims the A’s had “no intention of staying” and used the city to get a better stadium deal elsewhere.
Pirates call up 33-year-old career minor leaguer Drew Maggi from Class AA
After more than 1,000 games and 13 seasons in the minor leagues, infielder Drew Maggi stunned when hearing he’ll get a chance to make his MLB debut.
Max Scherzer suspended 10 games after foreign substance ejection vs. Dodgers
MLB rules require automatic suspension after the Mets’ Max Scherzer was ruled to have an illegal foreign substance on his hand, glove vs. Dodgers.
Diamondbacks designate Madison Bumgarner for assignment
After leading the Giants to three World Series titles, four-time All-Star Madison Bumgarner has struggled to a 5.23 ERA over four seasons in Arizona.