Barry M. Bloom

Barry M. Bloom

Senior Contributor|SportsMoney

I have been a baseball writer since 1976, a National Baseball Hall of Fame voter since 1992, and a current contributing columnist for Forbes. I have written for Sportico, MLB.com, Bloomberg and the San Diego Union-Tribune, winning numerous awards for my columns and stories.

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Aug 30, 2026

Rays’ Ballpark Funding Closes A Tough Major League Baseball Chapter

For two decades new ballpark initiatives have been on the docket for the A's and Rays. The matter now seems solved in Vegas and Tampa.

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Aug 21, 2026

The Blue Jays Are Struggling To Defend Their 2025 American League Title

The Jays were buyers at last year's trade deadline, but were sellers this time around. Since selling they have worked their way back into the AL Wild Card race.

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Aug 19, 2026

Diana Taurasi Says She’d Love To Be A Mercury Owner As Her No. 3 Is Retired

Diana Taurasi had her No. 3 retired and unveiled in the rafters of Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday. She's the sixth member of the Mercury in the Ring of Honor.

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Aug 15, 2026

Dillion Brooks Extended By Phoenix Suns Utilizing Larry Bird Exception

Dillon Brooks became an anchor for the Phoenix Suns with his gritty play. That led to the club using the Bird exception to extend him for three seasons.

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Aug 11, 2026

Torey Lovullo Deserves Shot To Be Arizona Diamondbacks Forever Manager

The D-backs have to make a decision about Torey Lovullo's future as manager. With 728 wins, he has the most in the club's history as a manager.