Thursday links!
Good morning, foLLks, and happy Thursday!
In Mariners news:
- Brent Stecker at MyNorthwest summarized Logan Gilbert’s talk with Brock and Salk where the idea of an extension was brought up, with LoGi making it clear that while nothing was imminent, the door to signing a long-term extension in Seattle has not closed.
- Shannon Drayer profiled the bevy of new pitches that the M’s arms have brought up camp.
- Daniel Kramer went in depth on the upgraded bullpens and batting cages at the Peoria Sports Complex.
Around the league:
- Cleveland Guardians owner Larry Dolan, who bought the team in 2000, has passed away at the age of 94.
- Marc Normandin at Baseball Prospectus examined the fallout between Major League Baseball and ESPN. ($)
- University of Portland left-hander Ryan Rembisz threw the first perfect game in the school’s history, and just the 22nd in NCAA Division 1 play. Rambisz needed just 90 pitches to perfecto Seattle University, striking out a dozen along the way.
- Rockies lefty Jefry Yan, in camp as an NRI, brings a flamboyant strikeout celebration to the table, and it isn’t going anywhere.
Connor’s pick:
Always a good day to be reminded of this Hall of Fame-caliber tweet.