Baseball

Pioneering Sports Lawyer Dick Moss Passes Away at 93, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Revolutionizing Free Agency in Baseball

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SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Dick Moss, the influential attorney who paved the way for free agency in Major League Baseball and dramatically reshaped professional sports salaries, has passed away at the age of 93. Moss died at an assisted living facility here on Saturday, according to announcements by the Major League Baseball Players Association. Joining the MLB Players Association in 1967 as general counsel, Moss worked closely with union executive director Marvin Miller. He was instrumental in the landmark 1975 arbitration case involving pitchers Andy Messersmith and Dave McNally, which ultimately dismantled the longstanding reserve … Read more

Split Decision in High-Profile Baby Abandonment Trial Linked to Baseball Legend’s Daughter

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Nashua, NH — A jury has delivered a mixed verdict in a case involving Alexandra Eckersley, the daughter of Hall of Fame baseball pitcher Dennis Eckersley. The trial revolved around allegations that she abandoned her newborn in a tent during freezing temperatures last December. Alexandra Eckersley, 26, was found guilty of child endangerment but acquitted of a second charge of reckless conduct. The Nashua District Court’s decision comes after an emotionally charged trial that highlighted her struggles with mental health and substance abuse. The case garnered significant public interest, partly due to her father’s fame. … Read more

Former Mississippi State Baseball Player to Officiate Super Bowl 58 as Back Judge

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Las Vegas, NV – Former Mississippi State baseball player Brad Freeman has been selected to serve as the back judge on the officiating crew for Sunday’s Super Bowl 58 in Las Vegas. This is an impressive accomplishment for Freeman, as the Super Bowl officiating crew is chosen from a pool of 28 officials who worked the divisional round. Freeman distinguished himself during the NFC Divisional road game between the Detroit Lions and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he was the highest eligible official at his position according to the NFL’s officiating program evaluation system. This … Read more

Education Advocates Challenge Unconstitutional Diversion of Taxpayer Funds for Baseball Stadium

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. – A constitutional challenge has been filed against Senate Bill 1 (SB1) by Strong Public Schools Nevada and other education leaders. SB1, which allocates up to $380 million in taxpayer funds for the construction of a baseball stadium, has been accused of multiple constitutional violations. The primary aim of the challenge is to prevent public funds from being used for what is considered a misguided stadium project. Claiming that SB1 violates five sections of the State Constitution, the group believes that the bill should be invalidated. In a media release, Strong Public … Read more