A prospect mired in an organization with a lack of opportunity. A long-time veteran looking like his best days are behind him. A pitcher playing in a hitter-friendly environment. There are several different types of players who qualify as “change of scenery” candidates, those underperforming in their current situation who

LAS VEGAS -- For the second time this season, the Brewers are investing big in a player who has yet to step foot in the Major Leagues. The latest prospect from Milwaukee’s top-ranked farm system to get a major payday is 21-year-old, switch-hitting outfielder Luis Lara (the Brewers' No. 5

While the 2026 All-Star Game doesn’t roll around until July 14, fans at PNC Park on Tuesday will be treated to an All-Star-caliber matchup when reigning Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes takes on reigning NL MVP Shohei Ohtani and the two-time defending World Series champion Dodgers to open a

CHICAGO – Braden Montgomery is joining the White Sox. The No. 21 overall prospect and No. 2 White Sox prospect, according to MLB Pipeline, was called up by the White Sox for the start of their six-game homestand against the Braves and Dodgers on Tuesday night at Rate Field. He'll

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League is embarking upon a second season that is also a new beginning. After barnstorming its way across the country in its inaugural year, the AUSL is now structured as a more traditional, city-based league in 2026 and going forward. The league has six teams --

PITTSBURGH -- Paul Skenes was driving down Perry Highway in Wexford, Pa., just past seven o’clock Monday night when the Pirates superstar pitcher made a pit stop. He saw Vestal Field, home of the Ingomar Franklin Park Little League teams, and the lights were still on. Skenes proceeded to make

TORONTO -- The Blue Jays need Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to get back to his old ways offensively, so they’re open to some new ideas. Guerrero’s name was atop the lineup when Tuesday’s card was posted, his first time batting leadoff since Sept. 29, 2024, the final game in a lost

PITTSBURGH -- Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin continues to progress through a low-grade right forearm strain. But after consulting with Dr. Keith Meister in Arlington, Texas, Griffin will take more time than originally thought to recover. The 20-year-old shortstop told reporters Tuesday that Dr. Meister suggested not throwing for a full

NEW YORK -- The Mets received a much-needed reinforcement on Tuesday, when Francisco Alvarez was activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of the series opener against the Cardinals at Citi Field. The catcher was sidelined after tearing the meniscus in his right knee after fouling off a ball on

A little more than two months into the 2026 season, the Rookie of the Year races in both leagues are already shaping up to be epic. And if the results of the latest ROY poll are any indicator, it could be an entertaining ride. Our second ROY poll of the

After an exhilarating Women’s College World Series that ended with Texas claiming its second consecutive title, it’s time for the pros to take the main stage. The Athletes Unlimited Softball League’s (AUSL) second season kicks off on Tuesday, June 9, with all six teams playing on Opening Day. The Carolina

You can now follow your favorite players and teams on MLB.TV for a new 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

Chase Burns, his flaming four-seamer and his 2.05 ERA will get a taste of what could have been on Tuesday. Burns is slated to start for the Reds against the Padres at 9:40 p.m. ET at Petco Park, the first time he’ll square off against San Diego in his impressive

Last summer, Clayton Kershaw gave us one more memory for the road. Pitching against Mets infielder Ronny Mauricio in June, and nearing the end of an all-but-certain Hall of Fame career, Kershaw unleashed the curve so memorably nicknamed “Public Enemy No. 1” by Vin Scully all those years ago. The

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A .302 average and a walk-off grand slam. A homer in three straight games. A 1.063 OPS over the past month. A .400 average with runners in scoring position and two outs. These could be the highlights of an All-Star or even an MVP candidate. But in this case, they

Braden Montgomery earning a promotion to the big leagues in mid-2026 is no surprise. The White Sox calling him up to bolster their postseason chances while holding a two-game lead on a Wild Card berth two months into the season? Now that's a shocker.

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

LAS VEGAS -- Two days after a trade that brought him back to the Brewers for cash, righty reliever Joel Kuhnel joined his new team on Monday for a wild, 15-14 win in 12 innings over his old team, the A’s. He arrived just in time to provide intel not

On February 10, the Cardinals made a reliever-for-reliever swap that took many by surprise, sending right-hander Andre Granillo to the Washington Nationals for righty George Soriano. What has perhaps proven to be even more surprising is just how crucial of a role Soriano has played in the Cardinals' bullpen.

Major League Baseball (MLB) and Phillies Charities, Inc., the charitable arm of the Philadelphia Phillies, today announced details of the 2026 All-Star Legacy initiative, which will ensure that 2026 MLB All-Star Week leaves a meaningful impact on communities within the host city of Philadelphia. Through MLB Together (MLBTogether.com), MLB and

Matt McLain’s two-out walk in the eighth inning of the Reds’ 6-2 loss to the Padres on Monday in San Diego was anything but your typical free pass. No, McLain had to work extra hard for this one. Of the five pitches the Cincinnati second baseman saw from Padres reliever

The Blue Jays have spent much of this season trying to get by with an injury-depleted rotation. But their starting staff is about to be as healthy as its been all year.

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