Latest MVP poll shows rare battle brewing in NL
It’s been nearly 25 years since two teammates finished first and second in their league’s MVP Award voting, but we might be headed in that direction this season. If our latest MVP poll is any indication, a razor-thin MVP battle is brewing between a pair of teammates in the National
Likelihood of Soto extension? Bichette, Vlad Jr. on the block? Execs weigh in
Hal Steinbrenner raised some eyebrows last week when he said he wanted to see Juan Soto finish his career in pinstripes, so much so that he’s willing to do something the Yankees don’t typically do: Negotiate a contract extension during the season. How likely is it that the Yankees will
9 starting pitchers flying high on low velocity
Speed, for lack of a better word, is good. This is almost always true about pitches. Consider that hitters have a .274 average, an .809 OPS and a 14.3% strikeout rate on fastballs that are equal to or less than 93 mph this season. Bump that up to 96 mph
HRDX is back in four new locations for 2024
If home runs, diving catches, and nonstop baseball action are your thing, then you're in luck: MLB's Home Run Derby X is returning to four new cities for 2024. The three-on-three home run derby has gone around the country and the world and will now stop at some of the
Caught 'em napping! Yelich takes home on straight steal
MIAMI -- Christian Yelich has stolen plenty of bases before. He entered Monday’s series opener in Miami with 188 career swiped bags, including 35 at loanDepot park -- his old stomping grounds. But with the Brewers holding a mere one-run lead over the Marlins in the top of the sixth
Watch LIVE: Druw Jones leads D-backs prospects vs. Rockies
Once again in 2024, baseball fans can watch Minor League Baseball games across all of MLB's digital platforms. MLB.TV and At Bat subscribers can watch their favorite team's Minor League affiliates in the app at no additional cost, while all MiLB games will be available on MiLB.TV, on the web
Mariners refuse to quit in 'crazy' comeback win over Yanks
NEW YORK -- It was easily the Mariners’ most improbable win of the year. Blink, and you would’ve missed it. Seattle stormed all the way back to a dramatic 5-4 win on Monday night at Yankee Stadium, manufacturing a four-spot in the top of the ninth inning to stun the
Last chance! Get all MLB.TV has to offer for half the price
You can follow your favorite players and teams on MLB.TV for just HALF the price. During the MLB.TV May Limited Time Only Sale, the All Teams Yearly package, allowing subscribers to stream every out-of-market game live or on demand, is available for just $69.99, while the Single Team package will
Devers sets Red Sox record with HRs in 6 straight games
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Fenway Park. Busch Stadium. Tropicana Field. For Rafael Devers, the venue doesn’t matter these days. Put a bat in his hand and he’s going to go deep. On Monday night at Tropicana Field, Devers set a team record by hitting a home run in his sixth
'Treading water' no more? Freeman slams LA to win
LOS ANGELES -- Through 50 games, the Dodgers are one of the best teams in the Majors. Their pitching has been stellar, especially lately. Their lineup, powered by career starts by Mookie Betts and Shohei Ohtani, have helped the club live up to lofty expectations. All of that success for
Surging Sale pushes scoreless streak to 20 straight innings
ATLANTA -- Chris Sale has enjoyed being a Brave, as much as the Braves have enjoyed being the direct beneficiaries of his career resurgence. “I can't stress enough what this clubhouse is like,” Sale said. “The energy that’s in there, the guys and what everyone brings to the table and
Young Halos ambush Astros with historic power display
HOUSTON -- With a lineup that includes several youngsters, the Angels have dealt with their fair share of inconsistencies and struggles early this season. But their potential was on full display on Monday, as Nolan Schanuel, Logan O'Hoppe, Jo Adell and Zach Neto all went deep in an improbable two-inning
Whitlock has UCL damage, seeking opinion on surgery
ST. PETERSBURG – While Monday was a mostly joyful night for the Red Sox as they watched Rafael Devers set a club record by homering for a sixth consecutive game and another strong pitching performance by Tanner Houck in a 5-0 victory over the Rays, there was also a concerning
Gray shows no-hit stuff in win, signals to Marmol when done
ST. LOUIS -- Having spent several months together now, Cardinals ace Sonny Gray and manager Oliver Marmol have seen their communication and trust in one another grow to the point where they often need only gestures -- and not necessarily words -- to convey their thoughts. Just last week, when
'Nothing but love': Lindor makes return to Cleveland
CLEVELAND -- As Francisco Lindor emerged from the visiting clubhouse at Progressive Field on Monday, more than two dozen media members were already gathered around a television backdrop waiting for him. Wriggling between a pair of them, Lindor took his place in front of the cameras, seemingly at home. Then
From 'tech guy' to big leaguer: Loutos called up by Cardinals
ST. LOUIS -- Even though Ryan Loutos has been a steadily rising pitching prospect in the Cardinals’ organization for the past two years -- largely by taking his fastball from 92 to 97 mph -- most of his Minor League teammates thought of him simply as their tech services help.
LA Sparks' Cameron Brink, Rickea Johnson throw first pitches -- and meet Shohei
LOS ANGELES -- Over the last couple of weeks, the lives of Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson have changed forever. The two WNBA stars were both drafted by the Los Angeles Sparks in the first round of the 2024 Draft. Brink was the No. 2 overall pick, while Jackson went
City Connects deliver a departure after 142 years of Cards history
ST. LOUIS -- Looking to tell the story of St. Louis’ history while also sticking to what made their famed “birds on the bat” logo iconic throughout all of sports, the Cardinals meshed those concepts to create a bold City Connect uniform. A collaboration with Nike some 2 1/2 years
Griffey to drive pace car at Indy 500
Ken Griffey Jr. was a major presence with his bat and glove during a Hall of Fame career that also generated plenty of pop culture allure away from the field. Now, "The Kid" is taking that presence and allure to the race track for one of the biggest races in
Gunnar goes deep in 4th straight with MLB-leading 16th HR
ST. LOUIS -- Brandon Hyde has emptied his vocabulary. The Orioles’ manager can’t even verbalize his amazement at what Gunnar Henderson is doing this season. Words like “impressive,” “incredible” and “astounding” don’t feel strong enough at this point. "I'm running out of adjectives, honestly. I need to start bringing a
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The Royal Recipe: Starting pitching, frenzy hitting strike again
KANSAS CITY -- A good outing from their starting pitcher and a big inning from their offense is a formula that has worked for nearly two months of the Royals’ season, so why stop now? Monday was no different. Michael Wacha allowed just two runs in seven innings, and the
Bell's walk-off knock gives Marlins victory over Brewers
MIAMI – Trivia question: Which reliever tied for the highest FanGraphs WAR in 2023? If you guessed Marlins left-hander Tanner Scott, give yourself a pat on the back. When Miami clinched a surprise postseason berth in 2023, much of that success could be attributed to the shutdown bullpen. When the
'That day in Minnesota changed a lot': Berríos evolving into one of MLB's top starters
TORONTO -- Something changed in José Berríos that night in Minneapolis. Standing in the corner of the visitors' clubhouse after the Blue Jays lost 2-0 to the Twins in the American League Wild Card Series, the season has just collapsed around Berríos, ending amid controversy after he’d been yanked just