Redmond fired as manager of Marlins after sweep by Braves

Mike Redmond was fired Sunday as manager of the Miami Marlins, moments after they were nearly no-hit in a loss that completed a three-game sweep.

Redmond’s replacement will be announced Monday, the Marlins said.

He fired Jeff Torborg after 38 games in May 2003, and replacement Jack McKeon led a turnaround that resulted in an improbable run to the World Series title.

Montreal mayor to meet with Manfred: Montreal Mayor Denis Coderre says he plans to meet baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred in New York on May 28 as part of the city’s quest for a return of the sport.

The Expos joined the National League as an expansion team for the 1969 season and remained in the big leagues through 2004 before moving to Washington.