In 2024, the White Sox lost 121 games, a Modern Era record (since 1901). Two years later, Chicago finds itself squarely in the playoff picture through the first two months of the season. At 28-27, the White Sox hold one of the three AL Wild Card spots, a significant development

The Knicks aren’t the only New York team throwing it back to the 1990s. While the Orange and Blue prepares to play in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, the Yankees are echoing the blueprint of the dynasty that won four titles in five years starting in

Brandon Marsh is a fine baseball player. A second-round Draft pick out of high school by the Angels in 2016, Marsh has spent most of the last five seasons roaming the outfield for a Phillies team that has been one of the most successful in the game over that time.

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

This year's National League Cy Young field isn't just loaded with worthy contenders -- it's shaping up to be the deepest race either league has ever seen. While the American League has a clear frontrunner in the Yankees’ Cam Schlittler, the NL has an abundance of pitchers putting up extraordinary

As the calendar gets set to turn to June, Draft buzz is picking up exponentially. Scouts are scattered all over the country with NCAA Division I Regional play kicking off on Friday while also planning to see high schoolers in action for the last time in state playoffs. The Draft

The end of the college baseball and softball seasons are here. With that, some players will be playing in their final games before moving on to other things, including -- for a select few -- furthering their baseball or softball careers as a pro. Two of those players are Tennessee's

PITTSBURGH -- Paul Skenes needed a bounceback start. That is, for his standards. The 2024 National League Rookie of the Year and 2025 Cy Young winner allowed a combined nine runs between his last two starts entering Thursday’s finale against the Cubs.

ARLINGTON -- For a guy who had never robbed a home run before in his life, Astros right fielder Cam Smith played it pretty cool when he took a long ball away from Rangers outfielder Brandon Nimmo to end the first inning of Thursday’s 5-1 win. “Honestly, I didn’t even

The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs own one of baseball’s best and most historic rivalries, which dates all the way back to 1885. When these two teams face off, the games tend to carry a little extra weight. This weekend’s first clash of the 2026 season should be no

“Friday Night Baseball” on Apple TV is back for 2026! This week's slate features an Interleague battle with a surprise NL Central contender and a nightcap with a battle of heavyweights that could serve as a postseason preview.

BOSTON -- Ronald Acuña Jr. kissed his bat after kissing one goodbye for the first time in more than a month. Acuña had reason to celebrate when he drilled a grand slam over the Green Monster in the decisive five-run sixth inning of a 10-2 Braves win over the Red

Jonah Tong is back in the Majors. At least for now, he's sticking around. "We're going to need him," Mets skipper Carlos Mendoza said of Tong following Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Reds. "We'll continue to get creative." Tong -- the organization's No. 2 prospect and No. 36 overall, per

BALTIMORE -- Avery Jacobsen had caught foul balls at Camden Yards before. But the 22-year-old Orioles fan from Lancaster County, Pa., had never come away with a ball in play. That changed on Thursday night -- in fact, it changed twice, so he decided to share the wealth.

You can now follow your favorite players and teams on MLB.TV for a new low price. Fans can purchase an MLB.TV Seasonal package for just $139.99 to watch every out-of-market game live or on demand. Single-team packages also have a price drop, starting at $119.99 (varies by team). Subscribe now

PITTSBURGH -- The Cubs couldn’t win a game for almost two weeks. Now, they’ve won twice in as many nights, and Ian Happ was the hero each time. Happ had three hits, including a two-run home run, as the Cubs beat the Pirates, 7-2, on Thursday at PNC Park to

Major League Baseball extended an initial economic proposal for a new collective bargaining agreement to the MLB Players Association on Thursday, introducing a number of changes, including a salary cap and floor that the league believes will address competitive balance within the sport. "Baseball has gotten stronger because we listened

SAN DIEGO -- Craig Stammen is back at Nationals Park this weekend. It’s where he made his debut. It’s where he established himself in the big leagues. It’s where he spent the first seven seasons of his career. Now, he’s readying for a new Nats Park first: He’ll be the

Here’s our weekly look at 10 mind-blowing notes from the last week in baseball (May 22-28) Nobody beats the Miz: Jacob Misiorowski pitched on Monday and yet again didn’t allow an extra-base hit. Over his last six starts, Misiorowski has 58 strikeouts and no extra-base hits allowed. He’s the first

Kodai Senga's second rehab start was a mixed bag.

After collapsing in the dugout late last month due to severe dehydration, Luis Peña missed a month of playing time. However, that hasn't stopped Peña, as he has picked up right where he left off.

Even when Pirates top prospect Seth Hernandez isn't at his best, he's still pretty dang good.

BOSTON -- Chris Sale seems to enjoy reminding the Red Sox what they gave away via a lopsided trade that continues to benefit the Braves. Sale made it clear this wasn’t just another start as he hurled a series of 98 mph fastballs during the first inning of Atlanta's 10-2

ARLINGTON -- The amount of key injuries the Astros suffered in the first two weeks of the season created roster chaos, where starting pitching depth was tested -- and didn’t respond very well -- and the club was plucking position players off the waiver wire just to field a competitive

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