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OutKick Culture April 21

Cubs owner wants UFC at Wrigley, but there’s one problem

Chicago Cubs co-owner Todd Ricketts says he wants the UFC at Wrigley Field, but weather concerns and family disagreements could stand in the way of the idea.

New York Mets April 21

Mamdani takes 'Curse of the Mambino' on the chin as Mets' 11-game skid sets franchise record

Mayor Zohran Mamdani joked about the “Mayor Mambino" nickname as the New York Mets’ 11-game losing streak fueled talk of a “Curse of the Mambino" after his Citi Field visit.

OutKick Sports April 21

Cubs’ co-owner pushes back on woke backlash Matt Shaw received for attending Charlie Kirk’s memorial

Todd Ricketts defends Cubs star Matt Shaw for attending Charlie Kirk's memorial service, calling it a completely natural response to losing a friend.

Los Angeles Dodgers April 21

Cubs manager calls out 'special exception' for Shohei Ohtani; Dodgers' Dave Roberts comes to rule's defense

Craig Counsell called the MLB two-way player rule "bizarre," saying it gives the Los Angeles Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani special consideration over other teams.

OutKick Sports April 20

Small market MLB teams are outperforming big payrolls, undermining owners' push to cancel 2027 season

Early 2026 MLB standings challenge the salary cap argument as small market teams thrive and big-spending clubs like the Mets and Phillies struggle.

Cleveland Guardians April 20

Guardians catcher Austin Hedges pops question to girlfriend on field in heartwarming proposal after win

Cleveland Guardians catcher Austin Hedges proposed to girlfriend, Lexi Dickson, at Progressive Field after helping his team beat the Orioles on Sunday.

New York Mets April 19

New York Mess: Mets' 11-Game Losing Streak By The Numbers

The New York Mets have lost 11 consecutive games, falling to 7-15. Here's their losing streak by the numbers.

Minnesota Twins April 19

Derek Shelton's hot mic moment captures heated exchange with umpire before ejection in loss to Reds

Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton was caught on a hot mic voicing frustration before being ejected over a check swing call in a loss to the Reds.

San Diego Padres April 19

Jake Cronenworth takes 96 mph fastball to the face, stays in the game as Padres rally to beat Angels

Jake Cronenworth was hit in the face by a 96 mph fastball during the Padres' win over the Angels and stayed in the game, drawing praise from his manager.

Kansas City Royals April 18

Royals manager Matt Quatraro ejected before team throws a single pitch vs Yankees

Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro got ejected before his team threw a pitch against the New York Yankees after arguing with umpires in the first inning.