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With the FIFA 2026 being held in the US, it has drawn attention from athletes from various fields. It has now brought together a former MLB player and a former soccer player in the discussion.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 10

Red Sox’s David Ortiz Signing Lands Among Best Free Agent Deals Ever

The Boston Red Sox have had some hits in free agency over the years. Of course there have been some misses, like Pablo Sandoval, but there have been a lot of wins.

Boston Red Sox News / Dose.ca / February 23

Roman Anthony: The Red Sox expect him to become the next David Ortiz.

Roman Anthony only played 71 games last year in his rookie season, but he still hit eight home runs and drove in 32 runs during that time, while posting a .292 batting average with an OPS+ of 140.

Baltimore Orioles News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time hits leader for every MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Single-season HR leader by team' quiz

The 'Active RBI leaders' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 9

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and David Ortiz had the best time trolling the Yankees

The New York Yankees on Wednesday night had their season end without a championship for the 16th consecutive season, and Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 7

David Ortiz savagely trolls Yankees before Game 3 of ALDS

The New York Yankees entered Game 3 of their ALDS series against the Toronto Blue Jays on life support, and one of their oldest nemeses gave them absolutely no chance of pulling off an improbable comeback.

Fingers pointing at Yankees star over postseason struggle should be directed elsewhere

Blue Jays keep delivering same message: They're better than the Yankees

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 5

Red Sox Legend David Ortiz Savagely Trolls Yankees After ALDS Blowout

Few things can numb the pain of a playoff exit, but at least the Boston Red Sox are getting to watch their arch-rivals get curb-stomped. Two days after eliminating the Red Sox in the Bronx, the New York Yankees traveled north for the first two games of the American League Division Series against the Toronto Blue Jays.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 3, 2025

Hall of Famer provides insight into Juan Soto's early struggles

One of the defining questions of the 2025 MLB season, so far, is why superstar Juan Soto has started so slowly with the New York Mets.

What stats show about Mets' Soto being 'too passive at the plate'

Ezequiel Tovar injury update is concerning for Rockies

Tigers impending free agent is poised for a huge contract

Royals need more than Jac Caglianone to fix their offensive woes

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / March 26, 2025

David Ortiz helped Red Sox through offseason drama?

David Ortiz appears to have helped Red Sox through offseason drama

The Boston Red Sox have had to manage a delicate situation with some of their best players during spring training, and it looks like they got some serious help from Big Papi.

Red Sox manager Alex Cora: Rafael Devers will be primary DH

What makes the Red Sox moving Rafael Devers to DH rare?

AL East predictions: A four-way battle for first place?

2,428 games to go: 10 sizzling storylines to follow for 2025 MLB season

Which MLB players have the most career stolen bases?

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 12, 2023

HOFer blasts Dodgers stars after another early postseason exit

After winning the World Series in the shortened 2020 season, the Dodgers have put together three straight 100-win seasons yet have nothing to show for it. At some point, if expectations continue to go unrealized, someone will have to pay the consequences.

Dodgers MVPs are M.I.A. in NLDS sweep

Which players have the most hits in MLB postseason history?

The 'Most career postseason strikeouts' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13, 2023

Red Sox legend has surprising take on team pursuing Ohtani

Red Sox legend has surprising take on whether team should pursue Shohei Ohtani

As Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani approaches free agency, it seems every MLB club is salivating at the thought of the two-way phenom donning their jersey. But one Red Sox legend had an interesting take on whether the team should join the sweepstakes.

Reporter discusses if Yankees will legitimately pursue Shohei Ohtani

Watch: Mariners fans try to recruit Shohei Ohtani during All-Star Game at-bat

MLB insider reveals 'most motivated' team in Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes

The 'MLB players who won MVP and ROY' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 24, 2023

Watch: David Ortiz pranks Derek Jeter with custom Red Sox jersey

David Ortiz had a special welcome gift for new broadcasting colleague and former rival Derek Jeter.

Derek Jeter addresses Yankees' record, World Series drought

Red Sox make several roster moves

The best player to ever play for every MLB franchise

The 'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 17, 2023

David Ortiz blasts Yankees fans for booing Aaron Judge

Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz has come to the defense of New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge.

One player on every MLB team who deserves more love

The 'MLB home run leaders' quiz

Yankees may have new position plans for Aaron Judge

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The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / December 2, 2022

Hall of Famer David Ortiz gives Red Sox fans optimism on Xander Bogaerts situation

After the 30-year-old four-time All-Star and Red Sox were unable to reach a contract extension last offseason, Ortiz spent much of the 2022 campaign urging Boston's front office to retain both Bogaerts and star third baseman Rafael Devers.

Dodgers lose key reliever to Red Sox

Kolten Wong traded to AL West team

Phillies' interest in Trea Turner cooling?

Veteran catcher Jason Castro retires

Cardinals, Braves among teams that have spoken to A's about Sean Murphy

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 18, 2022

David Ortiz: Yankees' Aaron Judge 'would be perfect for the Mets'

A Hall-of-Famer has become the latest noteworthy individual within the MLB community to link New York Yankees All-Star slugger Aaron Judge with the New York Mets.

Every member of MLB's 30/30 club

The 'Yankees who have hit 40 home runs in a season' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / August 24, 2022

David Ortiz urges Red Sox to sign Rafael Devers

Hall of Famer David Ortiz pleads with Red Sox to sign Rafael Devers to long-term deal: 'Let's not be stupid'

Ortiz isn't being shy about voicing his opinion on the contract talks between Devers and the Red Sox.

Could Giants' 2023 season-opener vs. Yankees be Aaron Judge reunion game?

OF Bryce Harper could make an early return to Phillies' lineup

Royals place right-hander Zack Greinke on the 15-day IL with forearm tightness

Timmy Trumpet could play Edwin Diaz 'Narco' walkout music in person

Nationals promoting touted pitching prospect Cade Cavalli

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Recent MLB Hall of Famers' quiz

Based off the team cap that they are wearing on their plaques, can you name the last player from every current MLB team to make it into Cooperstown?

'The rest is history': David Ortiz among seven inducted into Hall of Fame

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / July 14, 2022

Ortiz: Red Sox need to lock up Devers, Bogaerts

David Ortiz: Red Sox need to lock up All-Stars Rafael Devers, Xander Bogaerts

Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz will officially be enshrined into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 10 days. During his pre-induction media availability session on Thursday, Ortiz took time to discuss the current state of the franchise.

Which active MLB players are most likely to make the Hall of Fame?

The 'Most home runs in the postseason' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 5, 2022

Guardians' Reyes receives hitting advice from Guerrero Sr., Ortiz

Guardians' Franmil Reyes receives hitting advice from Vladimir Guerrero Sr. and David Ortiz

Reyes began Thursday evening with a league-worst 39 strikeouts, while batting a dreadful .157 with just two home runs and seven RBI.

Guardians SS prospect Gabriel Arias suffers hand fracture

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The 'Most home runs in the postseason' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 9, 2022

Ortiz, Tatis speak out against international draft

David Ortiz, Fernando Tatis Jr. speak out against international draft

It isn't readily clear how much of a sticking point the international draft is in the current CBA negotiations, especially with all the other economic issues both sides still have to hammer out.

Report: International draft remains obstacle in MLB-MLBPA talks

MLB, MLBPA seem optimistic after productive meetings Tuesday

The greatest postseason players in MLB history

The 'Most home runs in the postseason' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / January 25, 2022

Former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz voted first-ballot Hall of Famer

David Ortiz will be the newest member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame after he was voted in Tuesday, the Hall announced. The induction ceremony will be held on July 24.

Watch Ortiz's reaction to the call

Swing and a miss: Barry Bonds falls short of making Hall of Fame

Roger Clemens: I put the Hall of Fame in the rear-view mirror 10 years ago

Bonds, Clemens, Sammy Sosa fall off Hall of Fame ballot

The 30 greatest postseason players in MLB history

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / November 22, 2021

David Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez headline 2022 Hall of Fame ballot

David Ortiz, Alex Rodriguez among first-time candidates on 2022 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot

The 2022 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was released on Monday and fans of the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees in particular will likely be keeping a close eye on a pair of newcomers.

'22 HOF ballot adds 13 new contenders

Seven things to know as A-Rod, Big Papi gain eligibility; final year for Bonds

More controversy added to HOF ballot?

Tim Lincecum highlights the new Giants on the Hall of Fame ballot

'Most hits against famous pitchers' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / September 30, 2021

David Ortiz shooting suspect reportedly killed in D.R.

David Ortiz shooting suspect reportedly killed in Dominican Republic

Fourteen people were arrested in Ortiz's shooting. Luis Alfredo Rivas-Clase was the 15th suspect police were looking for in connection with the incident.

Four-time All-Star Red Sox slugger J.D. Martinez 'right in the middle' about opt-out decision

Who has the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7, 2021

Red Sox legend David Ortiz rips Angels for releasing Albert Pujols

The unceremonious treatment of Pujols by the Angels is not sitting well with many former players.

Angels release future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols in final year of contract

MLB world reacts to Angels releasing Albert Pujols

Yadier Molina appears to want Albert Pujols to return to Cardinals

Angels manager Joe Maddon hopes Albert Pujols gets opportunity to play somewhere else

Who has the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?

The 'MLB players to win multiple MVPs' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / April 11, 2021

David Ortiz impressed after J.D. Martinez hits three homers

David Ortiz impressed after J.D. Martinez launches three home runs vs. Orioles

J.D. Martinez continued his hot start to the 2021 campaign by launching three home runs in Sunday's 14-9 win over the Orioles. After the game, Red Sox legend David Ortiz shared his feelings seemed quite impressed.

Alex Cora expects at least 85 percent of Red Sox players to get vaccinated

Who has the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?

The 'Four home runs in one game' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 1, 2021

Red Sox legend David Ortiz was 'hurt' when Pats let Brady go

Red Sox legend David Ortiz was 'hurt' when Patriots let Tom Brady go

At 43 years old, Brady had one of the best seasons of his career in 2020, recording his second 40-touchdown campaign while leading the Buccaneers to their first Super Bowl since 2003.

Tom Brady shares honest message to Patriots fans ahead of Super Bowl

Tom Brady shared how son Jack ended up at NFC Championship Game

Buccaneers chose to wear white jerseys for Super Bowl LV because of Tom Brady

Danny Amendola takes shot at Bill Belichick over ‘Patriot Way’

The 'QBs from the first week Tom Brady started a game' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2020

Restraining order issued against Red Sox legend David Ortiz in Dominican Republic

Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz being shot a little over a year ago in the Dominican Republic was a wild story, but now a restraining order reportedly has been filed against the slugger in the country.

One classic game to watch for every MLB team

The 'Boston Red Sox games played leaders' quiz

Coronavirus spikes have MLB reconsidering bubble sites?

Alex Cora 'would love to be back' in MLB in 2021 'in some capacity'

Red Sox use their ace Chris Sale to help recruit pitching propsect