BOSTON -- Chasing an 80-year club record, nobody on the red-hot Red Sox was annoyed by having to wait a day to continue that pursuit. A rainy Tuesday night postponement gave way to a warm and mostly sunny Game 1 of a day-night doubleheader, and the good vibes were back

NEW YORK -- Prior to Game 1 of Wednesday’s split doubleheader against the Pirates at Yankee Stadium, manager Aaron Boone was asked about his opinion of utility specialist José Caballero before New York acquired him at the 2025 Trade Deadline. Boone did not mince words -- with a smile and

The Trade Deadline is quickly approaching and more teams than ever are in the hunt for a playoff spot. So, which organization is going to make that move, that not only grabs the headlines but puts their team in position for a run to the World Series? On the latest

NEW YORK -- Max Fried was among the last people to find out that he’d be starting Game 2 of the Yankees’ doubleheader on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium. Manager Aaron Boone said the deliberations on the club’s pitching plan started on Tuesday when that evening’s game was rained out,

MILWAUKEE – The Brewers have the best record in franchise history to this point in a season and the second-biggest division lead in Major League Baseball, which stood at 6 1/2 games over the Cubs with 60 regular-season games to go after Wednesday’s 4-3 win over the Mets at American

CHICAGO – Kevin McGonigle has handled everything thrown on his plate so far in his incredible rookie season, from his Major League debut to the leadoff spot in the Tigers’ batting order to regular duty at shortstop after Javier Báez went on the injured list. On Tuesday, McGonigle had a

The Cubs and Tigers will wrap up their three-game matchup in the series finale on Wednesday. Detroit won the series opener in an 8-6 extra-inning win, while Chicago handily won the second game, 11-2. Wednesday’s matchup will be exclusively televised on ESPN at 8:10 p.m. ET. Here’s what you need

Tarik Skubal is the Very Big Obvious No. 1 starting pitcher on the trade market. But there are plenty of other good starters out there, with a wide variety of skill sets. If you're a contender on the hunt for pitching in the final weeks before the Aug. 3 Trade

The rumor mill is really starting to spin as we now 12 days away from the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline

PHILADELPHIA -- Shohei Ohtani was once scheduled to start Wednesday's series finale against the Phillies. While being eased off pitching indefinitely due to a lingering issue with his left knee changed that plan, the two-way superstar still threw off a mound at Citizens Bank Park -- in the bullpen, not

ANAHEIM -- A regular contributor and a new face played huge roles in a much-needed win for the Cardinals on Wednesday afternoon. Right-hander Hunter Dobbins tossed six scoreless innings and JJ Wetherholt's solo home run carried the Cardinals to a 1-0 win over the Angels at Angel Stadium to snap

TORONTO -- The Rays added one of baseball's most exciting young prospects to their organization on Wednesday, as they officially signed shortstop Grady Emerson after selecting him with the No. 2 overall pick in this year's Draft. Emerson agreed to a $9.75 million signing bonus, sources told MLB.com. It is

It remains the No. 1 question on everyone's lips as we get closer to the Deadline: Will the Tigers actually trade two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal?

CLEVELAND -- José Ramírez's return from the injured list on Wednesday was a big reinforcement for the Guardians. The Aug. 3 Trade Deadline is also coming up fast, and Cleveland is in a position to buy. So, who’s on their shopping list this year? “Let me give you the list,”

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KANSAS CITY -- George Brett and Salvador Perez are the two faces that have defined the two best eras of Royals baseball across the 58-season history of this club, from the championships they’ve won, to the All-Star Games they’ve played in, to the thousands of innings they’ve both logged with

TORONTO -- Despite having his current rehab stint paused after needing three injections in his right thumb over the All-Star break, Blue Jays right-hander Max Scherzer delivered a vintage performance in his return to the mound with Triple-A Buffalo.

DENVER – Starting pitcher Cade Cavalli and the Nationals took the field Wednesday knowing how significant the matinee against the Rockies was for their playoff hopes. Sure, they were looking to secure a series win and go 4-2 on a road trip out of the All-Star break. Bigger than that,

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

SEATTLE -- The conditions certainly appear that the last-place Reds are headed on a path to be Trade Deadline sellers. Still on Wednesday, president of baseball operations Nick Krall wasn't hanging out a sign, waving a white flag or saying anything that tips the club's hand. “We’re going to get

PHOENIX -- The Diamondbacks hit five home runs and beat the undermanned A's, 15-5, on Wednesday afternoon at Chase Field to capture the series and push their record to 53-49, but the real test lies ahead. After the game, the Diamondbacks boarded their charter flight for a grueling road trip

Jermaine Dupri received a big welcome to Atlanta on Wednesday night. Dupri, the famed record producer and rapper who grew up in the Atlanta area, threw out the first pitch before the Braves’ game against the Padres on Wednesday. It was So So Def Night at Truist Park in honor

ANAHEIM -- Reid Detmers has continued to boost his potential trade value with two strong starts coming out of the All-Star break. After throwing six scoreless innings against the Tigers on Friday, the left-hander kept it rolling with 5 1/3 strong frames in a 1-0 loss to the Cardinals on

Scouts are currently spread across the Majors, monitoring teams and players that may be available between now and the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline. Depending on each team’s specific need, however, there may be a limited number of players to choose from, especially with the crowded field of contenders still trying

NEW YORK -- The Pirates scored two runs in the top of the 10th inning and defeated the Yankees, 5-3, in Game 1 of a day/night doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. With the score tied at 3 and Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz on the mound, Pittsburgh had runners