Each contender's top player seeking 1st World Series ring
Each postseason, there are established stars looking for that elusive first World Series championship despite having been in the Majors for several years -- for some, they’ve been chasing that first ring for more than a decade. This October will be no exception. In fact, the list of some notable
Langford hurdles catcher, Rangers land in first place
Plays at the plate are exciting. But sometimes, they can be especially thrilling when they’re a) unusual and b) symbolic. Wyatt Langford scored on one such play for the Rangers in their 6-2 win over the Blue Jays at Globe Life Field on Saturday night.
Fly the W ... for a horse? Bregman's a winner at Churchill Downs
Alex Bregman has been surging at the plate the past few weeks, to the tune of a 1.137 OPS with 14 home runs over his past 35 games entering Friday. The Cubs were off on Thursday, but that doesn’t mean Bregman cooled off. This time, it was his horse that
Los Angeles Queens 1 win away from WPBL championship after bats erupt in Game 2
The Los Angeles Queens erupted for 10 runs in the fourth inning and defeated the San Francisco Firebells, 11-7, in Game 2 of the inaugural Women’s Professional Baseball League championship series on Thursday at Robin Roberts Field in Springfield, Ill. With the victory, the Queens seized a commanding 2-0 lead
What they said couldn't be done: Nomo's Coors no-no 30 years later
DENVER -- Hideo Nomo is remembered most for his unorthodox windup, which was dubbed “The Tornado” because of its whirling, twisting motion that generated tremendous torque and a devastating fastball/forkball combination that baffled opposing batters. But on a cold, wet evening in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains 30 years
MLB kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with Roberto Clemente Day
As MLB celebrates Roberto Clemente Day on Tuesday, every player will wear a No. 21 patch on the chest of his jersey in honor of the Hall of Famer and 15-time All-Star who tragically died in a plane crash while he was on his way to deliver relief supplies for
VOTE NOW: Here are the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award nominees
The Roberto Clemente Award is one of the most prestigious honors in Major League Baseball. This year’s Clemente Award nominees were announced on MLB Network on Monday morning ahead of MLB’s annual Roberto Clemente Day, which takes place each year on Sept. 15 -- which also marks the beginning of
Are we witnessing the most unique batting title race in history?
There has never been a batting title race quite like the one we’re witnessing in the American League this year, and it could very well come down to the wire with under three weeks to go in the regular season. As Astros slugger and AL MVP candidate Yordan Alvarez continues
Will D-backs' bullpen carry them into October?
This story was excerpted from Steve Gilbert’s D-backs Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. This edition was written by Manny Randhawa.
Langeliers (torn meniscus) begins rehab assignment with return in sight
A’s catcher Shea Langeliers began a Minor League rehab assignment on Thursday night as he nears a return from a torn meniscus in his right knee. He played in Triple-A Las Vegas’ game against Sacramento at Las Vegas Ballpark.
Steele, Miller continue Triple-A rehab as Cubs' bullpen struggles persist
Cubs pitchers Justin Steele and Shelby Miller continued their Minor League rehab assignments with Triple-A Iowa on Thursday as they work their way back to the Major League club after being sidelined with elbow injuries. Each appeared in Iowa’s 9-1 loss to to Toledo at Principal Park.
Santander embarks on rehab journey, hopes to debut before end of season
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander began a Minor League rehab assignment on Wednesday as he works his way back from surgery in February to repair a torn left shoulder labrum. Santander played for Triple-A Buffalo against Charlotte as he seeks to make his season debut for Toronto before the regular
Perfect game! 32-year-old journeyman throws Minors' first perfecto in 9 years
Thomas Pannone sensed some worry from the Triple-A Nashville teammates and coaches who witnessed his Labor Day warm-up in the bullpen in Durham, N.C. He was sharp. Maybe too sharp. Pannone has been around baseball’s proverbial block enough times to know that a great pregame bullpen doesn’t always translate to
Greatest late-season surges to reach postseason
Throughout Major League history, there have been some epic late-season runs during which teams have erased significant deficits over a small number of games to launch themselves into the postseason. Here's a look at the greatest 11th-hour postseason pushes in baseball history:
Kendrick shares stories of Negro Leagues, NLBM expansion on 6-1-1 Podcast
The latest episode of the 6-1-1 Podcast, hosted by Phillies legends Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard, is a truly special one -- and one that you definitely don’t want to miss. Rollins and Howard welcome one of the most significant figures in baseball today, particularly when it comes to the
Two young fans hug it out after heartwarming act of kindness
DENVER -- We’ve seen many heartwarming examples of adults who get a foul ball or a home run ball during a Major League game and promptly find a youngster to give it to. That type of generosity is an example of the many great ways that fans -- not only
This is the story of Wrigley Field ... in California?
Before Wrigley Field, there was Wrigley Field. That’s right: Before chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. became majority owner of the Cubs and renamed Cubs Park on the North Side of Chicago “Wrigley Field” in 1926, Wrigley built another ballpark and bestowed upon it the name that would become synonymous
MLB Central crew to call Brewers-Cubs Showcase Game Wednesday
For the third consecutive season, the hosts of MLB Network’s MLB Central morning show will call an MLB Network Showcase game when the Brewers and Cubs face off in a National League Central showdown on Wednesday at 7:40 p.m. ET at Wrigley Field. After debuting with a contest between the
Olds faces off with Young in generational baseball battle
Baseball is meant for young and old alike. After all, from a child playing tee-ball for the first time to a baseball lifer who has been a fan for decades, the game has been passed down from generation to generation in all its glory.
Rockies air it out after 'a dang knife to the heart' of a loss
DENVER -- Prior to Monday night’s 2-1 loss to the Orioles at Coors Field, Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer was asked if it would be significant for his rebuilding club to avoid 100 losses for the fourth consecutive year -- especially since Colorado would become only the fifth team in MLB
250 for 250: Top 10 'Baseball Is the Best' moments
As part of our celebration of America 250, MLB's content team has created 25 top 10 lists that capture the plays, people, rituals and moments that make baseball America’s game.
Burnes tosses 2 perfect innings in 1st Minor League rehab start
D-backs right-hander Corbin Burnes made his first Minor League rehab appearance on Saturday as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery and a right teres major (shoulder) strain that delayed his recovery.
The good and the bad as Phillies enter season's final month
The Phillies are on a roll, having won 10 of their past 12 games and making things a little tighter atop the National League East. Philadelphia has climbed to within five games of Atlanta as we approach the end of August.
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Baldwin's leadoff home run is one-of-a-kind
A catcher hitting in the leadoff position in the lineup is rare. What’s even rarer? A catcher hitting a leadoff home run.
Martin makes first rehab start, aims to regain early-season form
White Sox right-hander Davis Martin made his first Minor League rehab appearance on Thursday as he works his way back from a blister issue that landed him on the 15-day injured list on Aug. 14. Martin took the mound for Triple-A Charlotte against Memphis, beginning what the White Sox hope