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Thursday, November 13, 2014

Baseball

The Indians’ Corey Kluber, with a very strong second half, edged the Mariners’ Felix Hernandez for the American League award.
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The Indians’ Corey Kluber, with a very strong second half, edged the Mariners’ Felix Hernandez for the American League award.

The Dodgers’ Kershaw was named the National League Cy Young Award winner for the third time, while the Indians’ Kluber beat out Felix Hernandez for the A.L. honor.

As Bud Selig Prepares Exit, Roger Clemens Case Sticks Around

Clemens was deposed by Richard Emery in July in connection with Brian McNamee’s defamation suit against the former pitcher. A copy of the deposition was made available to The Times.

Yankees Deal Catcher Francisco Cervelli to Pirates

The Yankees traded Cervelli on Wednesday to the Pittsburgh Pirates for the left-handed relief pitcher Justin Wilson.

Alex Rodriguez May Be Out at Third as Yankees Pursue Other Options

The team has continued talks to bring back the free agent Chase Headley and has been exploring the trade market for an infielder who could take over the position Rodriguez has held for a decade.

On Baseball

Pitching Website Aims to Protect Young Elbows

Alarmed by the surge in Tommy John surgery, Major League Baseball and USA Baseball have set up a website that offers guidelines on pitching usage and injury prevention.

DeGrom Goes From Class AAA to the Class of the N.L. Rookie Field

Jacob deGrom’s career took off this year as he became the Mets’ best pitcher, an emerging star who started pitching in serious competition only four years ago.

Mets Make Statement, Signing Rockies’ Cuddyer

By adding the bat and veteran presence of outfielder Michael Cuddyer to their lineup, the Mets made a move in free agency that signaled they plan to contend.

On Baseball

Major League Teams Look to Cuba, Land of Bargains

With the White Sox’ Jose Abreu named the American League rookie of the year, the word is out: Cuban players are better than good and come at a reasonable price.

Brad Halsey, Former Major League Pitcher, Dies at 33

Halsey, who was said to die in a fall, pitched for three teams, including the Yankees, and gave up Barry Bonds’s 714th career home run in 2006.

Editors' Picks

Loyal to the Royals, Hoping for a Renaissance

The Kansas City Royals entered September clinging to first place in the A.L. Central and aiming for their first playoff spot since they won it all in 1985. Will their patience finally be rewarded?

Speedy Pitches, Not Recoveries, in a League of Rising Scars

Success, and the health required to sustain it, can be fleeting, especially for pitchers in the major leagues who undergo Tommy John surgery.

Now Pitchers Have the Power

At the midpoint of the major league season, teams are putting up anemic offensive numbers not seen in at least a generation.

On Baseball

In a .338 Lifetime Average, Every Day Counted

Tony Gwynn, who died of cancer, said proudly that he learned something new at the ballpark every day, a simple, powerful lesson in a sport with a punishing schedule.

Bespoke Bats Are Must-Have Accessories for Picky Hitters

Boutique bat companies specializing in custom products have attracted major league players by responding quickly to their requests.

On Baseball

Pirates’ Gamble Produces a Star

After a carefully crafted trip from prospect to professional, the 22-year-old right fielder Gregory Polanco has become the Pirates’ latest star rookie.

Who’s on Third? In Baseball’s Shifting Defenses, Maybe Nobody

Major league teams are embracing the shift on defense as never before, and it is radically reshaping how the infield looks and plays.

Multimedia
Highlights and Milestones: Derek Jeter

The longtime Yankees shortstop is in his 20th and final season. His many milestones and career highlights are compiled here with related video, and articles and photos from the Times archive.

Up Close on Baseball’s Borders

Data released by Facebook offers a look at the geography of baseball fandom, ZIP code by ZIP code.

Laughter Amid the Tears — A Cubs Quiz

With the Cubs heading to the Bronx to play the Yankees — a rare event — it’s a good time to bone up on some Cubs lore with this quiz.

Photos: Baseball, Anyone? Anyone?

Attendance at ballparks can be spotty this time of year because of the weather, but the first week and a half of the 2014 season has produced some bleak scenes.

Scoreboard and Schedule

Video Highlights