MLB in brief: Albert Pujols, Angels manager? Vernon Wells praises George Springer
Albert Pujols, manager of the Angels?
It’s not impossible, but is it likely?
Albert Pujols could find himself in MLB’s managerial mix https://t.co/lEf08tnt2Y pic.twitter.com/Gj5gvsOzbB
— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) September 4, 2025
Mets make way for youngsters
Three starting pitchers arriving from the minors as top prospects in the space of a month in the middle of the playoff race? Yes!
Nolan McLean: August 16
Jonah Tong: August 29
Brandon Sproat: September 7
When was the last time a team had 3 starting pitchers of this caliber make their @MLB debuts – within the same 30-day window – in the middle of a pennant race?
– Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) September 5, 2025
@MLBNetworkVernon Wells praises George Springer
Right now, he’s his favorite player.
George Springer is my favorite player right now.
— Vernon Wells (@VernonWells10) September 4, 2025
An unlikely friendship
Salvador Perez and Aroldis Chapman are friends after a ball hit the pitcher in the face. Wow.
Eleven years ago, Salvador Perez hit a line drive off Aroldis Chapman’s face. It sparked a lifelong bond. https://t.co/LZfZ2SXzOl
– Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) September 5, 2025
The importance of Jack Leiter
In the midst of the playoff race, the Rangers are counting on him.
Jack Leiter becomes post-hype star for Texas Rangers in wild-card race https://t.co/0RXl8inuqw
– Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) September 5, 2025
Speaking of the Rangers: Adolis Garcia is injured.
The Rangers will be without Adolis Garcia for some time, including this weekend’s showdown against the Astros pic.twitter.com/JJBmSp783t
– Talkin’ Baseball (@TalkinBaseball_) September 5, 2025
30 years ago, tomorrow…
Cal Ripken Jr. broke the record for most consecutive games.
Tomorrow marks 30 years since Cal Ripken Jr. set baseball’s record for consecutive games played – vs. the Angels. @MikeDiGiovanna with a fun look back, from the perspective of the visiting dugout: https://t.co/E3Jf1kns6Y
— Bill Shaikin (@BillShaikin) September 5, 2025
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