VOTE NOW: Just 3 days 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
Crosstown rivals making big impact in Power Rankings
It has been an outstanding week for the two Chicago teams, with the Cubs pulling into clear Wild Card position (despite serious pitching injuries) and the White Sox pulling ahead in the AL Central. Perhaps the most fun aspect has been how great the crowds have been at both Chicago
1-of-1 Ohtani rookie card sells for $2.5 million at public auction
What would you do if you had about $2.5 million burning a hole through your pocket? Someone decided to use that cash to purchase a one-of-a-kind Shohei Ohtani rookie card on Sunday.
Red Sox complete 4-game sweep of Yankees with wild 10th-inning walk-off
BOSTON – For a while, the story was Sonny Gray’s near no-hitter, which ended with one out in the eighth. Then, the focus shifted to Aroldis Chapman blowing his second save in a week and Wilyer Abreu having some rare defensive breakdowns in right field.
The race is on: Schwarber, Harper on similar timeline to reach 400-homer milestone
NEW YORK -- The race to 400 home runs is officially on between a pair of Phillies superstars. One day after Bryce Harper inched closer to the milestone, Kyle Schwarber stayed on his heels with a massive game-winning two-run homer in Sunday afternoon's 5-4 win over the Mets at Citi
Caminero's 463-foot moonshot makes history with 7th homer in last 6 games
ST. PETERSBURG -- Can anyone stop Junior Caminero and the Rays right now? Caminero’s next-level hot streak continued in the Rays’ 5-1, sweep-sealing win over the D-backs on Sunday afternoon at Tropicana Field, when Tampa Bay’s superstar slugger went deep for the fourth straight game by launching the longest home
Rangers visit Guardians in clash of division leaders (7 p.m. ET, ESPN)
Two first-place American League clubs will face off on Monday in Cleveland. The Rangers, who lead the AL West by half a game, will take on the Guardians, who are tied with the White Sox for first in the AL Central. Their Monday series opener will be broadcast exclusively on
Semien has Grade 3 hip flexor strain, to miss at least a month (report)
The Mets are likely to be without veteran Marcus Semien for a long time. The second baseman has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 hip flexor strain, according to a report from MLB Network insider Jon Heyman, and he will miss at least four to six weeks. The team has
'Sheriff' Paddack nearing deal to join Rangers (source)
The man known as "Sheriff” is close to becoming a Texas Ranger. The Rangers are nearing a deal with right-handed pitcher Chris Paddack, a source tells MLB.com’s Kennedi Landry. The team has not confirmed the move.
Gray's no-hit bid vs. Yanks turns Fenway into 'Sonny Night Baseball'
BOSTON – With a six-pitch mix, and the self-proclaimed best spinner of the baseball in the Majors, it would surprise nobody if Sonny Gray throws a no-hitter at some point in his career. For a while, it seemed like that point was going to be in a most dramatic setting
Big 5-0-0: Alonso's consecutive games played streak reaches milestone
Pete Alonso hit No. 500 over the weekend. No, we're not talking about home runs; he still needs 217 homers to get to 500 in that category. We're talking about consecutive games played.
Get MLB.TV Seasonal for low price of $119.99
You can now follow your favorite players and teams on MLB.TV for a low price for the season. Fans can purchase an MLB.TV Seasonal package for just $119.99 to watch every out-of-market game live or on demand. Subscribe now through ESPN -- the new home of MLB.TV -- to take
How Wells is working to find his rhythm at the plate
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Betts continues red-hot June as Dodgers take series over Padres
SAN DIEGO -- All of a sudden, Mookie Betts is back to looking like a real threat in the heart of the Dodgers' order.
How will the Mets utilize Polanco when he returns?
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Making All-Star case for Betts, Freeman and each Dodgers finalist
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'We've just got to be better': Cal candid after gut-punch loss
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ALCS rematch highlights this week’s 5 series to watch
With the MLB Draft and All-Star festivities on the docket, July is always an exciting part of the baseball season. As the calendar transitions into July this week, several exciting series are on tap, including rematches of two 2025 playoff clashes -- the NL Wild Card Series and the ALCS.
Baseball’s competitive balance issue, explained
MLB and the MLBPA held their first bargaining session on May 12 as both parties began working toward the next labor agreement. The CBA expires on Dec. 1. Competitive balance will be a focus during discussions, if not the primary issue. Here’s what you need to know about the state
What a relief! Cubs 'pen holds off Brewers in key victory
MILWAUKEE – Jordan Wicks spun out of his delivery and turned to watch third baseman Alex Bregman collect the grounder and fire it to second baseman Nico Hoerner. The Cubs' pitcher then followed Hoerner getting the out and relaying the ball to first baseman Michael Busch.
Can Sox turn Yanks sweep into second-half run?
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Guards' comeback victory over Mariners 'as big of a win as we've had all year'
CLEVELAND -- So often this season, we’ve watched a Guardians deficit in the later innings quietly fade into a loss. That’s why Sunday’s game against the Mariners felt significant from the outside and galvanizing for the guys inside the third-base dugout at Progressive Field.
Jensen's hitting streak is unlike anything a Royals rookie has done before
CHICAGO -- Carter Jensen is trying not to think about or really talk about his current hit streak that dates back to June 6, but it’s time we did. An RBI single in the first inning as part of a three-hit game for Jensen extended the streak to 19 games,
Toronto set to host former star Bichette in first return trip
Bo Bichette will make his return to Toronto on Monday. Bichette, who signed a three-year, $126 million deal with the Mets over the offseason, will play his first game in Toronto on Monday since Game 7 of the 2025 World Series. In his first season with the Mets, Bichette has
Knicks hero Anunoby throws first pitch, swaps jerseys with his hero -- José Reyes
NEW YORK -- Knicks forward OG Anunoby is a huge fan of former Mets shortstop José Reyes. The two were able to meet on Sunday afternoon at Citi Field before New York's 5-4 loss to the Phillies.