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Italy catcher Teel, who homered early, exits vs. USA with hamstring discomfort
HOUSTON -- A big night for Team Italy catcher Kyle Teel ended abruptly, as the young White Sox backstop injured himself running the bases in World Baseball Classic pool play against Team USA on Tuesday night at Daikin Park. He exited with right hamstring discomfort.
Griffey played in the first Classic -- and now he's photographing it
HOUSTON -- Twenty years ago, Ken Griffey Jr. was playing for the United States in the inaugural World Baseball Classic. Now, he's capturing Team USA's biggest moments of the 2026 Classic -- behind the camera. Griffey has been in Houston, where Team USA is playing, as a credentialed photographer for
Canada has Classic fate in its own hands after quieting Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico -- Canada just completed one of the most important victories in their country’s history. In their third game of pool play at San Juan’s Hiram Bithorn Stadium, Canada defeated Puerto Rico in a dramatic 3-2 win, moving to a 2-1 record in Pool A. In the
Raleigh responds to scrutiny over rejected handshake: 'There's no beef. I love Randy'
PEORIA, Ariz. -- If there was any drama brewing between Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena at the World Baseball Classic, last year's AL MVP runner-up took steps to defuse it on Tuesday afternoon. "I hate that this is a thing,” Raleigh said via FaceTime with three Mariners beat reporters. “I
He's nicknamed 'Tugboat,' and he throws a fastball that disappears
SAN JUAN -- There've been whispers and tales of Matt Wilkinson's pitch his whole life. How did it get to home plate so fast? Wasn't it just in his glove? Why is it already past me? He's heard the same questions from batters in high school, the Minor Leagues, even
Elimination scenarios for the World Baseball Classic
Five teams have advanced out of pool play at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, leaving three spots in the next round up for grabs. Samurai Japan clinched the top spot in Pool C with a narrow victory over Australia on Sunday. Meanwhile, Korea secured the second seed in that pool
Israel tops Netherlands to finish 3rd in Pool D as both teams wrap Classic stay
MIAMI -- Team Israel got to play "Hava Nagila" one more time at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Israel ended its tournament on a high note by beating the Netherlands, 6-2, at loanDepot park on Tuesday, in what was the final game for both teams.
Angels, Padres shake it up, baby, with Farris-Buehler matchup
TEMPE, Ariz. -- As Angels manager Kurt Suzuki began his media session Tuesday morning, he was immediately asked why the pitching matchup between his club and the Padres was so notable. “Ferris Bueller?” Suzuki said with a smile.
Who'll win awards in '26? Here are the top contenders in each division
The Yankees and Giants will open the 2026 MLB season on March 25. We’ll be counting down to that date with our annual preview series, with each story looking ahead to the coming season by breaking down a particular topic. Previously: The best pending free agent in each division. Today:
Top seed in Pool D up for grabs as DR squares off with Venezuela (Wed., 8 p.m. ET, FS1)
MIAMI -- Pool D of the World Baseball Classic saved the best for last: Venezuela vs. the Dominican Republic to decide first place.
Witt's teammates in awe -- not surprised -- by superstar plays at Classic
PEORIA, Ariz. -- Bobby Witt Jr. had one of those games on Monday night. You know the one. Two doubles, one of which had you thinking, ‘How did he get to second base that fast?’ A stolen base. And two jaw-dropping defensive plays that had even the best pitcher in
At Mariners games, you can get your food by the boatload ... literally
Ballpark food can come in many vessels, whether it’s a traditional tray, a bucket or novelty helmets. The Mariners are aiming for a much bolder choice of vessel for food this year.
KD wore signed Judge Team USA jersey to watch win vs. Mexico
A four-time Olympic gold medalist, Kevin Durant knows a thing or two about bringing home a title for Team USA. Monday night, the NBA superstar liked what he saw on the diamond as the Americans continued their title push at the World Baseball Classic. Durant rocked an autographed Aaron Judge
Lindor plays Minors game, '100 percent optimistic' he can be ready for Opening Day
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- Quietly on Tuesday, more than two weeks in advance of Opening Day, Francisco Lindor took a significant step back toward full health. Lindor played four defensive innings in a Minor League game against the Cardinals while the Mets topped St. Louis, 6-1, at Clover Park,
Sasaki has successful outing in 'B' game against White Sox prospects
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- In a spring of peaks and valleys for Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers have approached their young right-hander with a steady hand. Dating back to the early days of camp, manager Dave Roberts has made clear that he expects Sasaki to open the season in the Dodgers' rotation
After tremendous experience with Team USA, Skubal's next start will come with Tigers
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Tarik Skubal will make his next start on Saturday for the Tigers. That was the plan all along when the Tigers and the back-to-back American League Cy Young Award winner laid out his Spring Training schedule to fit in an appearance for Team USA in the
Greene to have bone chips removed from elbow, out until July
GOODYEAR, Ariz. -- The checkered injury history of Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene added another unwanted chapter when the club revealed Tuesday he would undergo arthroscopic surgery to remove bone chips and loose bodies from his right elbow. Greene, 26, will have the procedure performed on Wednesday in Los Angeles
Hader throws 1st spring bullpen, but Opening Day status up in air
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- As the calendar creeps closer towards the middle of March -- and with Opening Day a little more than two weeks away -- Astros closer Josh Hader has yet to face hitters this spring, which puts his availability for the start of the season in
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars left reinvigorated after visit to MLB HQ
NEW YORK -- Often when Major League Baseball hosts college students at its headquarters, the room is filled with bright-eyed young people pursuing a career in sports. Last Friday’s event, however, had a broader goal. As part of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholars program’s annual Mentoring and Leadership Conference, MLB
Will Durbin start Opening Day at hot corner? Cora 'comfortable' with him there
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- How do you basically say someone will be your starting third baseman without outright saying it? “Caleb [Durbin], he's playing third base today, again,” said Red Sox manager Alex Cora prior to Tuesday’s game. “We'll probably decide that next week, but I feel very comfortable with
Jones says he'll head to Minors ready to work -- then slugs fourth spring HR
CLEARWATER, Fla. – Spencer Jones acknowledged the news was something “you never want to hear,” but it hadn’t been unexpected. The Yankees’ outfield appears settled, with the big-swinging prospect set to begin another season in the Minors. More at-bats with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre are on deck. But Jones is aiming to
Luzardo, with teammates and family on hand, celebrates Phils extension
CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Everybody was there. Jesús Luzardo walked into his press conference on Tuesday morning at BayCare Ballpark, expecting to answer a few questions about his life-changing five-year, $135 million contract extension with the Phillies. Many of the most important people in his life were in the room.