Sports desk
MLB
Baseball reporting, standings, roster moves, and the long view of the season.
Fresh from the desk
Latest MLB
Shohei Ohtani Hits 401-Foot Three-Run Homer to Tie Game in Washington
Shohei Ohtani ended a 3-for-19 slump by hitting a three-run homer in the third inning against the Washington Nationals.
Carter Jensen Scratched from Royals Lineup After Oversleeping; Salvador Perez Starts in 5-1 Loss
Kansas City rookie catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the starting lineup Thursday after sleeping through his alarm, forcing Salvador Perez behind the plate.
Konnor Griffin MLB Draft: Pittsburgh Pirates Select Top Prep Talent at No. 9
The Pittsburgh Pirates selected Konnor Griffin with the ninth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, securing the Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year.
Pirates Promote Konnor Griffin: MLB’s Top Prospect Joins Big League Roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially elevated 19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, the consensus No. 1 prospect in baseball, to the Major League active roster.
Trevor Bauer Joins Long Island Ducks; Scheduled for April 21 Opening Night Start
Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks and is slated to pitch the Atlantic League team's opening night on April 21.
Pirates Promote Konnor Griffin for Home Opener Against Baltimore Orioles
The Pittsburgh Pirates are calling up 19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, for Friday's home opener.
2026 MLB Season: DeLauter and Murakami Make History as Marlins Lead Standings
One week into the 2026 MLB season, rookies Chase DeLauter and Munetaka Murakami became the third and fourth players ever to homer in each of their first three games.
Francisco Lindor Gaffes and 11 Stranded Runners Lead to Mets' 2-1 Loss in 11 Innings
Francisco Lindor committed two critical mental errors as the New York Mets fell 2-1 to the St. Louis Cardinals in 11 innings on Wednesday.
Correa Smashes 402-Foot Homer as Astros Sweep Red Sox with 6-4 Victory
The Houston Astros secured a 6-4 win to complete a series sweep of the Boston Red Sox, fueled by a three-run home run from Carlos Correa.