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World Series Contender Tiers: Analyzing L.A.’s Dominance and Future MLB Champions
This analysis of World Series contender tiers evaluates whether any club can stop L.A. while projecting champions for the 2027 through 2029 seasons.
Kyle Tucker Dodgers Secure Opening Day Victory Over Diamondbacks
Kyle Tucker padded the lead for Los Angeles as the Dodgers drubbed the Diamondbacks to begin their three-peat quest.
Phillies' Alec Bohm Files $3 Million Lawsuit Against Parents Over LLC Accounts
Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm is seeking at least $3 million in damages from his parents, Daniel and Lisa Bohm, in a Philadelphia court filing.
Kevin McGonigle Hits 4-for-5 in Historic Debut as Tigers Rout San Diego
Rookie Kevin McGonigle became the youngest player since 1990 to record four hits on Opening Day during his debut against the San Diego Padres.
Jacob Misiorowski, Four Relievers Tie MLB Record with Brewers 20 Strikeouts
Jacob Misiorowski led a five-pitcher effort to secure the Brewers 20 strikeouts record, marking the first time a team reached this total in nine innings on Opening Day.
Cubs Finalize Three-Year, $35 Million Extension With Nico Hoerner
The Chicago Cubs have secured second baseman Nico Hoerner with a three-year contract extension worth $35 million, covering his remaining arbitration years.
Yu Darvish Restricted List: Padres Veteran Forfeits $43M to Rehab Elbow
San Diego Padres right-hander Yu Darvish has been placed on the restricted list, forfeiting the remaining $43 million on his contract to recover from surgery.
Mets Secure Tommy Pham on Minor League Agreement for 2024 Season
On Opening Day, the New York Mets bolstered their organizational depth by signing veteran outfielder Tommy Pham to a minor league contract.
Paul Skenes Pulled After Two Outs in Shortest Career Outing During Opener
Starting pitcher Paul Skenes recorded only two outs before being removed from the Pirates' season opener following defensive miscues.
Brewers Place Chourio on 10-Day IL With Fractured Left Hand
The Milwaukee Brewers have sidelined star outfielder Chourio for an estimated two to four weeks following a fractured left hand diagnosis.
Max Fried Dominates as Yankees Secure 7-0 Opening Day Shutout Against Giants
Max Fried allowed just two hits over 6 1/3 innings to lead the New York Yankees to a 7-0 victory over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.
MLB Opening Day 2026: Fried and Webb Duel as Vitello Debuts for Giants
The 2026 MLB Opening Day begins with a Yankees-Giants clash featuring a Max Fried vs. Logan Webb pitching matchup and Tony Vitello's managerial debut.
Padres Move Yu Darvish to Restricted List Amid 2026 Elbow Surgery Recovery
The San Diego Padres officially transitioned right-hander Yu Darvish to the restricted list this Wednesday as he continues his rehabilitation from major elbow surgery.
MLB Debuts Automated Ball-Strike System as Umpires Hit Record 92.83% Accuracy
Major League Baseball launched the Automated Ball-Strike System during the New York Yankees' opener at San Francisco on Wednesday night.
Justin Crawford Named Phillies Starting Center Fielder for Opening Day Matchup
Rookie Justin Crawford, 22, will start in center field for the Philadelphia Phillies against the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park this Thursday.
Jeremy Pena Avoids IL After 394-Foot Homer; Josh Hader Sidelined for Opener
Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena will avoid the injured list for Opening Day after returning from a fractured fingertip with a 394-foot home run.
Yankees Place Gerrit Cole on 15-Day IL Ahead of San Francisco Opener
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole was placed on the 15-day injured list rather than the 60-day IL before Wednesday's season opener.
Dodgers Open as Favorites in 2026 World Series Odds Following Back-to-Back Titles
The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the 2026 World Series odds as they aim for a historic third consecutive championship, with the Yankees and Mariners trailing closely.
2026 MLB Predictions: Yankees Earn 16 Votes for AL East as Dodgers Chase History
Experts favor the New York Yankees to win the AL East with 16 votes while the Los Angeles Dodgers seek a third consecutive World Series title in 2026.
Shohei Ohtani Dodgers Ace Records 11 Strikeouts in Final Spring Start
Shohei Ohtani Dodgers right-hander fanned 11 hitters over 5.1 innings on Tuesday, marking his final exhibition appearance before the regular season begins.
Cubs Secure Pete Crow-Armstrong with $115 Million Contract Extension
The Chicago Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension that begins in the 2027 MLB season.
Connelly Early Secures Red Sox Rotation Spot After 1.59 ERA Spring Training
Rookie left-hander Connelly Early joins the Boston Red Sox starting rotation for the series finale against Cincinnati after allowing only three earned runs in 17 spring innings.
Kevin McGonigle Tigers Roster News: 21-Year-Old Phenom Makes Opening Day Squad
Kevin McGonigle Tigers infielder and ESPN's No. 2 prospect for 2026, secures an Opening Day roster spot despite playing just 46 games at the Double-A level.
Frank Thomas Files Civil Suit Against White Sox Over City Connect 2.0 Likeness
Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has initiated a civil suit against the White Sox regarding the unauthorized use of his name on City Connect 2.0 jerseys.