How will Skubal's elbow surgery impact Tigers, free agency?
The news that Tarik Skubal will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies from his left elbow sent shockwaves throughout the game on Monday, as the two-time American League Cy Young Award winner will be sidelined for the next two or three months. What does that mean for the Tigers in
1st MVP poll of '26 reveals expected favorites, but also pleasant surprises
As with our first Cy Young poll last week, the first MLB.com MVP poll of the season shows some expected names at the top, but also some pleasant surprises farther down the list. Though one of the races is much closer than the other, there have been enough strong offensive
Breakout star Walker becoming face of new era in St. Louis
As Jordan Walker powered the Cardinals to a series victory over the reigning World Series champion Dodgers this weekend, it felt like the true coronation of a star whose early-season surge is quickly quieting any lingering doubts. Not long ago, Walker’s future in St. Louis felt uncertain. Now, he’s at
He once struck out Giancarlo Stanton. Now he engineers cars for Ford
He shared a field with Hideki Matsui -- in Oakland! -- played alongside Joey Votto on Team Canada, stared down José Bautista and Josh Hamilton in their primes and struck out Giancarlo Stanton. There probably aren't a whole lot of car engineers out there who can say anything like that.
Braves activate closer Iglesias from IL, DFA Carrasco
SEATTLE -- Less than 24 hours after blowing a 4-0, sixth-inning lead, the Braves activated closer Raisel Iglesias from the injured list and announced Dylan Dodd is beginning what should be a brief Minor League rehab assignment. Iglesias was activated from the injured list on Tuesday morning. The veteran reliever
Broadcast booths around baseball tip their caps to John Sterling
The baseball world lost a legend on Monday, with longtime Yankees radio voice John Sterling passing away at 87. After more than three decades of calling Yankees games and injecting his one-of-a-kind personality into every moment, Sterling will leave a legacy in both New York and baseball on a larger
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You can now follow your favorite players and teams on MLB.TV for a new low price. Starting Monday, 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).
Depleted Rays lose Matz (elbow inflammation) to injured list
ST. PETERSBURG -- Add another pitching injury to the list for the Rays. Four days after announcing that starter Ryan Pepiot will soon undergo season-ending surgery on his right hip, the Rays placed left-hander Steven Matz on the 15-day injured list due to left elbow inflammation. Matz showed no signs
The man who's been to 10,000 baseball games
NEW YORK -- The message flashed quickly in the sixth inning on the Citi Field video board during the first game of a doubleheader between the Mets and Rockies. If you went for a bathroom break, if you were staring down at your phone, if you blinked, you probably missed
Bob Skinner, World Series winner as player and coach, dies at 94
Bob Skinner, whose six decades in professional baseball included two World Series rings as a player and another as a coach, passed away Monday in the San Diego area. He was 94. Skinner was a three-time All-Star with the Pirates and a member of their 1960 World Series championship team.
The Swag is back: Vientos breaking out at just the right time
DENVER -- The thing about a Mark Vientos breakout is that it’s not hard to envision. He’s shown all this before. “We’ve seen it,” manager Carlos Mendoza said. “We haven’t seen that in a while, but when he gets hot, man, he can carry a team.”
Marlins designate veteran starter Paddack for assignment
MIAMI -- The Marlins designated for assignment veteran right-hander Chris Paddack, the team announced on Tuesday. With Paddack’s rotation spot coming up Friday night against the Nationals, lefties Braxton Garrett and Robby Snelling (Marlins No. 2 prospect, No. 33 overall) are two of Miami’s top options.
Pirates reliever Devenski (3 games), manager Kelly (1) suspended for tight pitch
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Chris Devenski has received a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for intentionally throwing at Sal Stewart of the Cincinnati Reds during the top of the seventh inning of Saturday’s game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Major League Baseball announced Tuesday. Michael Hill, MLB’s Senior Vice President
Murakami ties Judge with 429-foot blast that might not have landed yet
ANAHEIM – This 6-0 White Sox victory at Angel Stadium Monday night was brought to you by the South Side baseball firm of Murakami, Martin and Miguel. And that trio had plenty of support, as the White Sox knocked out 16 hits in improving to 17-18 overall and 3-1 on
Act now: MLB+ on sale for limited time
New for the 2026 season, At Bat and the MLB Network direct-to-consumer package has been rebranded to MLB+. And with the May Limited Time Only Sale, fans can stream MLB Network 24/7 (U.S. only) for the entire calendar year, plus get select out-of-market games every week, live audio for all
Brewers reliever Zerpa to get Tommy John surgery
ST. LOUIS -- Brewers left-hander Angel Zerpa is scheduled to undergo Tommy John surgery on Monday to repair a torn ligament in his left elbow, a procedure which will end his debut season in Milwaukee. Zerpa, acquired in a December trade with the Royals, charged into the regular season coming
'THEEEE YANKEES WIN!' Sweep-capping rout a perfect homage to Sterling
NEW YORK – When you call more than 5,000 consecutive games, as John Sterling did, a trusted formula tends to emerge. The legendary broadcaster once said he favored power-hitting lineups, understanding that teams that made things happen gave him room to entertain and “do my act.” The Yankees delivered that
Brew Crew shoe! Brewers, Nike announce launch of limited edition City Connect sneaker
Sneakerheads, take note: The Brewers dropped a launch date for the limited edition Nike City Connect sneaker you might have seen teased on social media. The custom Nike Air Max 1, in the colors and style of the new Brewers’ City Connect uniforms which debuted last month, will be exclusively
Ohtani (0.60 ERA) set to face Astros on Tuesday -- but will (again) not hit
HOUSTON -- For the second time in the past week, Shohei Ohtani will step to the mound looking to anchor a Dodgers rotation currently navigating a taxing stretch of the schedule. After the Dodgers opened their series against the Astros with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound in an 8-3 victory
Conforto's pinch-hit, walk-off homer sends Cubs to 12th straight win at Wrigley
CHICAGO -- Michael Conforto could not stop smiling as he rounded third base and headed to the plate, where his Cubs teammates were waiting to swarm the veteran and get the celebration rolling. Conforto could not remember hitting a walk-off home run in his life -- maybe as a Little
Mets-Rockies postponed Tues.; Wed. game start pushed back
The Colorado Rockies vs. New York Mets game originally scheduled for tonight at 6:40 p.m. MT has been postponed due to inclement weather and has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 7 at 3:10 p.m. ET/1:10 p.m. MT Additionally, Wednesday’s first pitch has been adjusted from 1:10 p.m. MT to 9:20
Phillies edge Fish to improve to 6-1 under interim skip Mattingly
MIAMI -- So much has changed since Aaron Nola last pitched on April 26 in Atlanta. Nola didn’t know it, but it would be Rob Thomson’s final game as manager. Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski relieved Thomson of his duties two days later, naming Don Mattingly as interim
Yamamoto (8 K's) rebounds as Dodgers' offense comes back to life in Houston
HOUSTON -- Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his first career appearance at Daikin Park on Monday, navigating a high-powered Houston Astros offense to provide the Dodgers with much-needed stability in an 8-3 win in the opening game of the series.
With 1st overall pick in AUSL College Draft, Blaze select RHP Pickens
Ahead of the second season of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, the six AUSL teams announced their selections in the 2026 AUSL Collegiate Draft on Monday night. The first of 17 picks was held by the Carolina Blaze, who selected right-handed pitcher Karlyn Pickens out of the University of Tennessee.
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