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Judge, Soto, and Tatis Jr. Headline Buster Olney’s Top 10 MLB Corner Outfielders
Buster Olney evaluates the premier talent at the corner outfield positions, ranking New York's power duo and San Diego's defensive standout among the league's elite.
Rangers Prospect Sebastian Walcott Out 5-6 Months After Right Elbow Surgery
Texas Rangers shortstop Sebastian Walcott, the No. 5 prospect in baseball, is expected to miss five to six months following an internal brace procedure.
Chris Sale Inks One-Year, $27 Million Contract Extension With Braves
Southpaw Chris Sale has agreed to a $27 million contract extension with the Braves for the 2027 season, featuring a 2028 club option.
Atlanta Braves Launch BravesVision Television Home for 140 Games Starting in 2026
The Atlanta Braves will transition to BravesVision television home in 2026, overseeing production and sales for more than 140 annual matchups.
Elite Infielders: Buster Olney Ranks the Top 10 MLB Shortstops
A statistical breakdown of the league's premier shortstops, highlighting the battle for the top spot between Bobby Witt Jr. and Gunnar Henderson.
Tarik Skubal Limits World Baseball Classic Participation to Single Pool Play Start
Reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal will pitch once for Team USA in Houston before returning to Detroit Tigers spring training to prepare for the 2026 season.
Buster Olney Ranks MLB's Best Third Basemen: Ramirez, Bregman, and Machado
Buster Olney identifies the premier talent at the hot corner, ranking Jose Ramirez, Alex Bregman, and Manny Machado among the top 10 third basemen in MLB.
Guardians Sign Rhys Hoskins to Minor League Deal with $1.5M Roster Incentive
First baseman Rhys Hoskins joins the Cleveland Guardians on a minor league contract following a 12-homer season with the Milwaukee Brewers.
Orioles Sign Thairo Estrada to Minor League Deal Following Westburg Injury
The Baltimore Orioles signed 30-year-old Thairo Estrada to a minor league contract with a spring training invitation to address depth needs.
Cubs Sign Michael Conforto to Minor League Deal After .199 Dodgers Season
Free agent outfielder Michael Conforto and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract following his stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Newly Discovered T206 Honus Wagner Card Fetches $5.124 Million at Auction
A recently unearthed 1909 Sweet Caporal T206 Honus Wagner card has commanded a final auction price of $5.124 million, reinforcing its status as the premier sports collectible.
Joe Ryan Back Injury: MRI Confirms Inflammation for Minnesota Twins Ace
Minnesota Twins right-hander Joe Ryan underwent medical imaging revealing lower back inflammation after being scratched from his scheduled Saturday spring training start.
Buster Olney Ranks Best MLB Second Baseman: Marte vs. Hoerner for No. 1
Buster Olney evaluates if Ketel Marte's offensive production or Nico Hoerner's elite defense earns the title of best MLB second baseman.
Aaron Judge Homers Twice with 4 RBIs in Yankees Spring Debut vs. Tigers
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit two two-run home runs and recorded four RBIs in his first spring appearance against Detroit.
Shohei Ohtani Dodgers Debut Set for Saturday Opener at Tempe Diablo Stadium
Shohei Ohtani Dodgers designated hitter debut includes two or three at-bats against the Angels before joining Team Japan.
Bill Mazeroski, Hero of 1960 World Series Game 7, Dies at 89
Hall of Fame second baseman Bill Mazeroski, who hit the only Game 7 walk-off home run in World Series history, died Friday at age 89.
Pete Alonso Homers in Orioles Debut to Secure 2-0 Victory Over Yankees
Pete Alonso launched a first-pitch curveball for a two-run home run in his first game with the Baltimore Orioles, providing the only scoring in a 2-0 win.
Yuki Matsui Injury: Padres Reliever Exits Practice With Left Groin Tightness
San Diego Padres reliever Yuki Matsui left a Thursday batting practice session early due to left groin tightness, putting his World Baseball Classic status in jeopardy.
Gerrit Cole Hits 96.9 MPH in First Live Session Since Tommy John Surgery
New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole threw 20 pitches of batting practice on Friday, hitting a maximum velocity of 96.9 mph.
MLB Umpire Promotions: Tom Hanahan and Brian Walsh Join Permanent Staff
Tom Hanahan and Brian Walsh were promoted to the major league umpire staff on Friday to replace retiring veterans Mark Carlson and Phil Cuzzi.
Twins Ace Pablo Lopez to Undergo Season-Ending Tommy John Surgery for Torn UCL
Minnesota right-hander Pablo Lopez will miss the 2025 season after being diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament following a shortened bullpen session.
Jordan Westburg Sidelined Until May with Partial Ligament Tear in Right Elbow
Baltimore Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg will miss the start of the season due to a partial ligament tear in his right elbow.
Bruce Meyer Assumes Interim Executive Director Role at MLBPA
Bruce Meyer has been appointed as the interim executive director of the MLBPA, tasked with steering the union through critical labor negotiations.
Francisco Lindor Backs Steve Cohen’s No-Captain Rule Amid Hand Surgery Rehab
Francisco Lindor supports Steve Cohen's decision to forgo a team captain as the shortstop recovers from a February 11 hamate bone surgery.