Juuuuust a bit outside: Olson challenges Skenes pitch that missed by how much?
NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Baseball has long been a game of inches. Now, it seems, baseball might become a game of tenths of inches. At least it was that way on Wednesday, when the Braves beat the Pirates, 3-1, at CoolToday Park. For reference, one-tenth of an inch is roughly
A 50-200 season for Ohtani, 300 K's for Skubal and 5 other outrageous goals for MLB stars
Jazz Chisholm Jr. raised eyebrows when he told the media last week that he’s aiming to join Shohei Ohtani in the 50-50 club. While it’s rare to hear players be this vocal about specific goals in a season, it’s also the time of year when media members and fans alike
Pete Alonso offers to mend broken heart of famous comedian's son
SARASOTA, Fla. -- Pete Alonso is happy to convert as many Mets fans to Orioles supporters as possible this year -- and that includes your baseball-loving son, John Oliver. Oliver, a comedian and host of "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" on HBO, may be from Birmingham, England, but he
5 prospects impressing at Spring Training
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Cubs offseason addition Austin out for months after knee surgery
MESA, Ariz. – When the Cubs signed Tyler Austin over the offseason, the team viewed him as a solid backup option behind first baseman Michael Busch and a hitter who could serve as a bench piece against lefty pitching. Chicago is now examining its contingency plans for those sections on
3 two-strike pitches, 3 hits for Mets prospect Benge
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Carson Benge has a novel view on swinging and missing. “I hate striking out,” Benge said after collecting three hits in the Mets’ 6-0 loss to the Cardinals on Wednesday, all on two-strike pitches. “That’s one thing about me. So being able to fight for
Krug, who played key role in perfect game -- and 'Field of Dreams' -- dies at 86
Chris Krug, the former Chicago Cubs catcher who played a pivotal role in Sandy Koufax’s perfect game in 1965, passed away on Jan. 16 in Wildomar, Calif. He was 86 years old. The passing was confirmed by his daughter, Chrisann Burull, of Riverside, Calif. Krug had a somewhat overlooked but
Injuries: Lindor, Kelly, Ryan, Woodruff, Austin
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DR's Alcantara set for Classic rematch vs. Venezuela
JUPITER, Fla. – Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara will start against Venezuela when the Dominican Republic faces its rival in World Baseball Classic, DR manager Albert Pujols unveiled on Tuesday. The game, which will conclude Pool D action, will take place at 8 p.m. ET on March 11 at loanDepot park
Golden bond: Defensive stalwarts Rafaela, Abreu brothers on and off the field
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- They are brothers in Gold Glove, and the reason is evident in just about every game they play together with the Red Sox.
Ramen noodles on cheat day?! Murakami laser-focused on baseball
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Munetaka Murakami is all about baseball. All the time. In a recent interview with MLB.com, the power-packed first baseman from Japan was asked if he’s been able to do anything fun outside of his Spring Training work in Arizona. Murakami, through interpreter Kenzo Yagi, pointed to the
Ramírez donates custom batting gloves to Cleveland RBI programs
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- José Ramírez plays the game of baseball with a ton of flair, so it’s only right that his on-field equipment matches his pizzazz. That’s the essence behind the can’t-miss batting gloves you’ll see on the Guardians’ third baseman’s hands this season. Ramírez and Franklin Sports came together
Bradley withdraws from Team Mexico to focus on prep with Twins
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Twins right-hander Taj Bradley has elected to withdraw from the World Baseball Classic, choosing instead to focus on preparing for his first full season with the team. Bradley had been slated to pitch for Mexico in the upcoming event.
Skenes looking to make 2 starts for US at Classic
You can expect to see Paul Skenes pitch on multiple occasions for Team USA in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. In an interview for Fox Sports with The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Skenes said he expects to make two starts in the WBC, assuming that the U.S. advances beyond pool play.
'Let's go everywhere': Mets, Baty eager to create at-bats, no matter the position
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Before Bo Bichette signed with the Mets in January, the focus of Brett Baty’s offseason defensive work was third base. If anything, the Mets were rumored to be in the market for a corner outfielder such as Kyle Tucker. There was little reason for Baty
Mitchell's comeback fueled by perspective -- and a fellow athlete's support
PHOENIX – Brewers center fielder Garrett Mitchell wasn’t the only one hurting last year after he reinjured his surgically repaired left shoulder. Another season was lost. His shoulder ached. His Type 1 diabetes went haywire. His love for the game wavered.
At least 10 candidates for 2 spots? Heavy competition in Phils' bullpen
CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Brad Keller thought he would be a Triple-A Iowa Cub on Opening Day 2025. But, like Charlie Manuel says, baseball is a funny game.
Riding the Ryan Express? Texan Elder finding extra velo after studying HOFer
NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Bryce Elder pitched at least six innings in six of his final seven regular-season starts in 2025. The six hardest-thrown average four-seam outings of his career all occurred within this same span. Velocity might not be everything. But the late-season increase combined with the accompanying success
Explain how this bat broke because we have no idea. Neither does the guy who swung it
FORT MYERS, Fla. – A day later, the man who broke his bat in about the most mysterious way possible still wasn’t sure exactly what happened. But Red Sox right fielder Wilyer Abreu tried to explain how a check-swing in the bottom of the fourth inning of Tuesday’s game against
How PCA is adjusting to life as a Chicago superstar -- on and off the field
MESA, Ariz. -- The scene on Tuesday morning at Cubs camp was a glimpse into a day in the life of Pete Crow-Armstrong. Between the scheduled baseball work, there were photos and interviews and autographs for the star center fielder. “Go easy on him,” Cubs first baseman Michael Busch quipped
Solid velo & a healthy arm? Major wins from Fitts' 1st spring start
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Richard Fitts has two goals this spring, and the success of the first may very well determine his ability to achieve the second. The 26-year-old is among the pitchers competing for a place in the Cardinals’ rotation, and while earning one of those five spots
With Kelly (back) sidelined, D-backs' Opening Day starter spot 'wide open'
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- How much time right-hander Merrill Kelly will miss to begin the 2026 season remains unknown, but one thing that is for certain is that he will not get the ball for the Diamondbacks on Opening Day as planned.
DeLauter (lower body soreness) scratched for precautionary reasons
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- The Guardians have noted on several occasions they intend to be mindful about Chase DeLauter’s workload this spring due to his injury history. That plan came into action during Wednesday’s Cactus League matchup against the Rangers.