American professional baseball team; NL Central member since 1881
Bob Skinner, a 12-season Major League Baseball veteran who helped the Pittsburgh Pirates win the 1960 World Series, the 1979 World Series as a coach, and later coached for several teams, has died in San Diego at age 94. He is remembered for his contributions as a player and as a respected coach and scout.
The Giants-Braves three-game series was washed out by a tropical storm, with games postponed and a makeup date set for Aug. 31 in Atlanta. The Giants face a heavy travel and pitching load as they adjust rotations and weather the stormy stretch.
A survey of how hot dogs have shaped American culture, from early prints to modern debates about regional styles. The piece cites historical milestones, regional varieties and how hot dogs remain a symbol in arts and diplomacy.