'Way better than before': New Derby format delivers drama
A new format delivered the drama in the 2026 T-Mobile Home Run Derby. Monday night’s Derby at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia came down to the wire, with the Cardinals’ Jordan Walker beating the Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber in a tense final round. And thanks to changes to this year’s Home
Walker digs his new bling: 'I don't know if it's coming off tonight'
What looked like an impending coronation on Monday night at Citizens Bank Park was suddenly turned into one of the most dramatic finishes in Home Run Derby history. With 11 home runs in an impressive final round, Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber appeared to be headed for his first Derby win
These teammates have dueled in the Home Run Derby
Bragging rights are always on the line in the T-Mobile Home Run Derby. But when two players from the same team are both part of the Derby field, there’s even more at stake. Phillies sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber both took part in the 2026 Derby at their home
These players became hometown Derby heroes
Winning the Home Run Derby will always be special. Doing it in front of your home fans? Legendary. Capturing a Derby crown in one's home ballpark is a rare feat -- it's only happened three times since the first Derby in 1985. Bryce Harper is the most recent, winning the
HR Derby round-by-round breakdown, with one of the most thrilling finishes in its history
The T-Mobile Home Run Derby is always electric, and this year’s competition featured one of the most thrilling finishes we’ve seen since the event began in 1985. Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker captured the 2026 Derby crown with an incredible final round, beating Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber 12-11 in front
Langeliers savoring 1st All-Star start; injured Kurtz to enjoy homecoming
The Athletics’ powerful 1-2 punch is headed to Philadelphia. Catcher Shea Langeliers and first baseman Nick Kurtz will represent the A’s in the 2026 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park, but Kurtz will not get to start because of a right thumb strain. “I think
After scoreless rehab start, Taillon expected to return after All-Star break
The Cubs have dealt with plenty of bad news on the pitching front this season, but there have been some positive developments of late. That includes having veteran righty Jameson Taillon potentially poised to rejoin the rotation in the near future. Taillon has been on the 15-day injured list since
LSU OF Curiel drafted 5th overall by Pirates
With the fifth selection in the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday, the Pirates selected outfielder Derek Curiel out of LSU. Curiel is the first college bat Pittsburgh has selected with its top pick since taking Henry Davis in 2021.
Phils will be 'careful' with Crawford (left knee) after Friday scratch
The Phillies were down a man for Friday's series opener against the Tigers at Comerica Park.
A history of the powerhouse LSU baseball program, where future big leaguers are made
World Series winners. Respected veterans. Bright young stars. Top prospects on the cusp of the big leagues. Arguably college baseball’s premier powerhouse, the Louisiana State baseball program has produced them all. In addition to its on-field success -- the school’s eight Men’s College World Series championships are the second most
Indian cricket star SKY to serve as MLB Ambassador
The SKY is the limit for Major League Baseball. On Wednesday, MLB announced a new partnership with Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav -- known as SKY -- in order to expand the presence of baseball in India. Yadav will serve as an MLB Ambassador, working with MLB on fan engagement,
Jobe touches triple-digits in rehab start in Lakeland
Jackson Jobe flashed his triple-digit fastball and showed off strikeout stuff as he returned to game action, a promising sign for the Tigers right-hander in his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
Facing last 6 outs, A's turn 8-run deficit into near win in 'game we can build off of'
WEST SACRAMENTO -- Jonah Heim wasn’t originally in the Athletics’ lineup on Sunday, but when teammate Jeff McNeil arrived at Sutter Health Park under the weather, Heim knew he had better be ready.
Gelof makes impressive catch in 1st MLB appearance in LF
WEST SACRAMENTO -- After an eventful couple of weeks, it understandably takes a lot to leave an impression on the Athletics’ Zack Gelof.
Injured in the 1st, Langeliers guts it out until the 4th with left thumb injury
WEST SACRAMENTO -- Jack Perkins didn’t even know anything was wrong. For more than an hour, Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers had shown little sign he was battling a left thumb injury dating back to a first-inning passed ball. Until backup catcher Jonah Heim strode into the on-deck circle in the
Rooker's season-ending knee surgery scheduled for All-Star break
WEST SACRAMENTO -- The Athletics will have to move forward without their clubhouse leader. After Brent Rooker paused his rehab from a left knee bone bruise to be reevaluated by doctors at Stanford Medical Center, the All-Star slugger is now set to undergo knee surgery, A’s manager Mark Kotsay revealed
Shocker: The Red Sox have another good lefty starter
Jake Bennett has been just what the Red Sox needed. The rookie left-hander has brought stability to a Boston rotation that has been without ace Garrett Crochet since late April and lost Connelly Early to the injured list on Wednesday. Scheduled to take the ball on Friday against the Angels
England soccer fans form Michael Harris II fan club out of nowhere, complete with chants
Fresh off their nation’s FIFA World Cup Round of 32 win over the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Atlanta, a thrilling 2-1 victory with Harry Kane scoring both goals, English soccer fans took to Truist Park for Wednesday’s Cardinals-Braves game -- and delivered a must-see moment in the process.
Phillips strikes out side during rehab outing as return nears
Dodgers reliever Evan Phillips is nearing the end of his rehab assignment, and he seems to be heating up at the right time. Phillips dominated in a scoreless top of the ninth inning on Wednesday for Triple-A Oklahoma City against Sugar Land, the Astros’ Triple-A affiliate. The right-hander struck out
Grisham takes encouraging step toward Yankees return
Trent Grisham is nearing a return to the Yankees’ lineup, and his first rehab appearance on Wednesday was a promising sign.
Reds call on Abbott to blunt red-hot Brewers
It’s a battle of National League Central clubs and a clash of left-handed starters on Wednesday night in Milwaukee. The Brewers and Reds are set to continue their four-game series at American Family Field at 8:10 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The game will air exclusively on ESPN, which can be
Young fan snags foul ball, celebrates in most heartwarming way possible
Snagging a foul ball at an MLB game is always a special moment, but getting to celebrate with a loved one? That’s truly priceless. One young fan got to do both during Tuesday’s Marlins-Rockies contest at Coors Field. After winding up with a ball during the ninth inning of Miami’s
Smith-Shawver takes mound for 1st time in a year in rehab outing
A little more than a year since undergoing Tommy John surgery, Braves right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver has returned to game action.
How Hader has helped fuel Houston's June turnaround
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VOTE NOW: Just 2 days left to pick All-Star Game starters!
Who will start the 2026 MLB All-Star Game presented by Mastercard? The decision is now in the hands of the fans, with Phase 2 of balloting now open for the 96th Midsummer Classic, which will be played July 14 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. The results from Phase 1