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ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Nats, veteran starter Mikolas agree to 1-year deal
Miles Mikolas and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a $2.25 million, one-year contract, adding a durable veteran to the mix as the young team sorts out its starting rotation in spring training.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Astros' Hader behind schedule after biceps issue
Astros All-Star reliever Josh Hader was able to resume throwing Wednesday but told reporters he isn't sure if he'll be ready for Opening Day after dealing with biceps tendinitis.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Sources: Bassitt joins O's rotation on $18.5M deal
Reliable veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt and the Orioles are in agreement on a one-year, $18.5 million contract, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Reports: Sánchez back to Brewers on 1-year deal
Veteran catcher Gary Sánchez has agreed to terms on a $1.75 million, one-year contract with the Brewers, according to multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Rockies' Bryant to 60-day IL as back issues persist
Kris Bryant, who has played just 48 games over the past two seasons, has been placed on the 60-day injured list by the Rockies as spring training begins.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Royals' Bubic wins arbitration; Jays' Lauer loses
Kris Bubic won his arbitration case against the Royals and will make $5.15M, while fellow left-hander Eric Lauer lost his hearing to the Blue Jays and gets $4.4M.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

D-backs star Carroll sidelined with broken hand
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

ESPN's first points-league mock draft for 2026
Check out the results of our first fantasy baseball head-to-head points mock draft of 2026, featuring round-by-round picks and a snapshot of the rosters of all 10 teams.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

News or noise: Three fantasy-relevant hitters to have hand surgery
Eric Karabell keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

?? Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Cubs name Palencia closer for Opening Day
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell on Wednesday named right-hander Daniel Palencia as the team's closer for Opening Day.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Mets' Lindor opts for surgery, out at least 6 weeks
Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has opted to have surgery on his left hamate bone and will miss at least six weeks, manager Carlos Mendoza said.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

O's Holliday to have surgery, miss Opening Day
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will undergo surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his right hand Thursday and will miss Opening Day.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Dodgers re-sign Phillips, expect his return in July
Reliever Evan Phillips, who is coming off Tommy John surgery and isn't expected to return until July, agreed to a one-year, $6.5M contract to return to the Dodgers.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Sources: D-backs' Carroll to have hand surgery
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll broke the hamate bone in his right hand and will undergo surgery Wednesday, sources told ESPN, leaving him out of the World Baseball Classic and in question for Opening Day

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Source: Rehabbing Montgomery rejoins Rangers
Three seasons after being part of the Texas Rangers' only World Series championship, Jordan Montgomery has agreed to a one-year deal to rejoin the team, a source told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Topps' 75th anniversary set gives fans a chance to pull iconic baseball cards
For the 75th anniversary, a panel of executives, journalists and collectors selected the 75 best Topps cards of all time and inserted corresponding redemption cards into their latest release.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Rangers' promotional giveaways include bloodstained Nolan Ryan tribute jersey
On May 29, the Rangers will give away a jersey with a bloodstain imitating Ryan's iconic uniform.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

From a 6-foot-7 outfielder to a 5-foot-7 spark plug: One player to watch in spring training for all 30 MLB teams
From prospects with big expectations to All-Stars returning from injury, here's who we're paying attention to.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

One player to watch in spring training for all 30 MLB teams
From prospects with big expectations to All-Stars returning from injury, here's who we're paying attention to.

ESPN MLB
Feb 11, 2026

Sources: Rockies add Quintana on 1-year deal
Jose Quintana, embarking on his 15th major league season, gives the Rockies another veteran pitcher.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Reds' Stephenson wins arbitration; players up 7-2
Catcher Tyler Stephenson has won his arbitration case against the Reds and will earn $6.8 million instead of the $6.55 million offered to him by the team.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

GM: Pirates 'will never shut the door' on McCutchen
Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

IKF: Followed Jays' policy with short lead in G7
Isiah Kiner-Falefa said he wished he took a longer lead in the key play of the ninth inning in Game 7 of the World Series but that he was following Toronto's policy of having a shorter lead in that situation.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Jays say Santander (shoulder) out 5-6 months
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will undergo surgery to repair the labrum in his left shoulder on Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined five to six months, manager John Schneider said.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Texas Rangers' promotional giveaways include bloodstained Nolan Ryan tribute jersey
On May 29, the Rangers will give away a jersey with a bloodstain imitating Ryan's iconic uniform from when he continued pitching after a ball split open his lip.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Players up 6-1, as Reds catcher wins arbitration
Catcher Tyler Stephenson has won his arbitration case against the Reds and will earn $6.8 million instead of the $6.55 million offered to him by the team.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Mets' Lindor may need surgery; Soto to play LF
Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will be evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone and may need surgery. In addition, Juan Soto will move to left field.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Full circle: Tigers sign Verlander to $13M deal
Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is returning to the team with which he started his career, signing a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Braves add catching depth, sign ex-Ranger Heim
The Braves added catching depth while awaiting the return of Sean Murphy by signing former Texas Rangers All-Star Jonah Heim to a one-year deal on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Braves' Schwellenbach will start season on IL
Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is expected to miss significant time because of inflammation in his pitching elbow.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

D-backs' Burnes hoping for All-Star break return
Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes said he hopes to return around the All-Star break following Tommy John surgery that ended his 2025 season.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Rockies, RHP Sugano agree on $5.1M contract
The Colorado Rockies and right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano have agreed to a one-year, $5.1 million deal.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

White Sox set to build on last year's 2nd half
The White Sox are prepared to build upon last season's promising second half.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Sources: Veteran Civale, Athletics reach $6M deal
Veteran right-hander Aaron Civale and the Athletics have agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract, sources told ESPN. He pitched for three teams in 2025.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Tools of the trade: How to use the ESPN fantasy app to your advantage
Winning your fantasy baseball league doesn't need to be hard. Here are some tips on how to make sure you're always on top of things.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

Tools of the trade: Specific nuances to exploit in ESPN's fantasy baseball game
Tristan H. Cockcroft gives newcomers tips on how to best use the tools available to them in ESPN's fantasy baseball game.

ESPN MLB
Feb 10, 2026

How the last WBC helped Team USA assemble its best pitching staff ever
Three years after an epic end to the World Baseball Classic, American stars are pitching in like never before.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Marte: No ill feelings after D-backs sought trade
Second baseman Ketel Marte has no ill feelings after the Diamondbacks were open to the possibility of trading him this offseason, saying "I want to be here."

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

MLB will produce local TV for Tigers, Red Wings
The Detroit Tigers will have their local television broadcasts produced and distributed by Major League Baseball this season. The deal also includes the NHL's Red Wings. Both the Tigers and Wings are owned by Ilitch Sports Entertainment.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Phils may deal Castellanos amid manager friction
The Phillies are looking to trade outfielder Nick Castellanos ahead of their first full-squad workout of spring training. Meanwhile, ace Zack Wheeler seems unlikely to be ready for Opening Day as he recovers from blood clot surgery.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Astros' Hader working back from shoulder injury
The Astros hope to learn more later this week about the health of All-Star closer Josh Hader, who is continuing to recover from a shoulder injury suffered in August.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

D-backs' Saalfrank (shoulder) to miss 2026 season
Arizona Diamondbacks left-handed pitcher Andrew Saalfrank will miss the season after shoulder surgery, the team confirmed on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Sources: White Sox near deal with RHP Fedde
The White Sox are nearing an agreement on a one-year contract with free agent pitcher Erick Fedde, sources tell ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Sources: Marlins add RHP Paddack on 1-year deal
Right-hander Chris Paddack and the Miami Marlins agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Sources: RHP Martinez, Rays agree to 1-year deal
The Tampa Bay Rays added Nick Martinez on Monday, agreeing to a one-year, $13 million contract with the right-hander, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Red Sox get Durbin in 6-player trade with Brewers
The Red Sox filled a need at third base with the acquisition of Caleb Durbin in a six-player trade with the Brewers that sent left-hander Kyle Harrison to Milwaukee.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Sources: Ex-Braves slugger Ozuna joins Pirates
The Pirates have agreed to a one-year, $12 million deal with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Sources: Brewers trade infielder Durbin to Red Sox
The Red Sox acquired third baseman Caleb Durbin in a six-player trade with the Brewers that sent left-hander Kyle Harrison to Milwaukee, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

Baseball is back! The stars, teams and themes we can't wait to see in spring training
Here's what has us most excited as MLB players report this week to Arizona and Florida.

ESPN MLB
Feb 09, 2026

An intradivision swap? Trade proposals that could shake up the start of spring training
Who has a big hole to fill? We found the biggest and propose deals to fix the imbalances.

ESPN MLB
Feb 08, 2026

NBC hires Kershaw, Rizzo, Votto as MLB analysts
Clayton Kershaw, Anthony Rizzo and Joey Votto have been hired as analysts by NBC when it returns to broadcasting Major League Baseball this season.

ESPN MLB
Feb 08, 2026

Top 100 prospects for 2026: This year's No. 1 is in a tier of his own
Where do stars of tomorrow land as we rank baseball's best young players?

ESPN MLB
Feb 07, 2026

Lakers look to model team after champion Dodgers
The Lakers are working with the Dodgers in the hopes of modeling the team's practices and structure after the back-to-back World Series champions.

ESPN MLB
Feb 07, 2026

Dodgers DFA reliever Banda, pick up Rortvedt
The Dodgers designated reliever Anthony Banda for assignment on Friday after the left-hander won two consecutive World Series rings with the team.

ESPN MLB
Feb 07, 2026

Former MLB speedster Terrance Gore dies at 34
Terrance Gore, a dynamic baserunner whose speed impacted postseason games for the better part of a decade, has died at age 34.

ESPN MLB
Feb 07, 2026

O's beat Akin in arbitration in first win for clubs
The Orioles won their salary arbitration case against pitcher Keegan Akin, the first victory for teams this year after five decisions in favor of players.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

McGwire back with A's, this time as special asst.
Former slugger Mark McGwire is back with his first organization, rejoining the Athletics as a special assistant to player development.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Dodgers DFA reliever Banda, claim Rortvedt
The Dodgers designated reliever Anthony Banda for assignment on Friday after the left-hander won two consecutive World Series rings with the team.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Sources: Goldschmidt, Yanks finalizing 1-year deal
First baseman Paul Goldschmidt is finalizing a one-year contract to return to the Yankees, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Ex-MLB player Puig found guilty in gambling probe
A jury has found ex-major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Friday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Angels finalize 1-year deal with vet lefty Suter
Left-hander Brent Suter and the Los Angeles Angels finalized a $1.25 million, one-year contract on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Ashcraft, Uceta add to player arbitration wins
Pitchers Graham Ashcraft and Edwin Uceta won their salary arbitration cases Friday, improving players to 5-0 this year.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Ex-Blue Jays C, broadcaster Martinez retiring
Former MLB catcher Buck Martinez, 77, is retiring as a Blue Jays broadcaster after more than 4,000 games dating back to 1987.

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

Fantasy baseball's $100 man: Why you need to break the bank for Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is an elite option no matter the fantasy baseball league format, but can you afford to miss out on him in salary-cap leagues?

ESPN MLB
Feb 06, 2026

An intradivision swap? Houston making moves? MLB trade proposals that could shake up the start of spring training
Who has too many players at one position? Who has a big hole to fill? We found the biggest and propose deals to fix the imbalances.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Judge, Ohtani highlight star-studded WBC rosters
Seventy-eight All-Stars and 190 major leaguers dotted the rosters for the 20-team World Baseball Classic when they were fully unveiled on Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Doc: Clase accused of rigged pitches in 48 games
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase is accused of throwing suspect pitches to benefit bettors in at least 48 games over two years, significantly more than was initially revealed by prosecutors, according to a court document.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

O's acquire Alexander from D-backs for 3 players
The Orioles have acquired utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade with the Diamondbacks, who will receive Kade Strowd and two minor leaguers in return.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Reports: O's get Alexander in trade with D-backs
The Orioles are acquiring utility player Blaze Alexander in a trade with the Diamondbacks, who will receive Kade Strowd and two minor leaguers, according to reports.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Reports: RHP Urquidy, Pirates reach 1-year deal
Pitcher Jose Urquidy and the Pirates agreed Thursday to a $1.5 million, one-year contract, according to multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Sources: Skubal wins arbitration, to make $32M
Two-time reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal won his arbitration case over the Tigers and will make $32 million this year, sources told ESPN, giving the ace $13 million more than Detroit offered.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

MLB players strike deal to be AI characters
Major League Baseball players have agreed to let a tech company create AI characters of themselves that can chat and interact with fans.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

MLB offseason grades: Tigers bring Verlander back to Detroit on one-year deal
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

MLB offseason grades: Red Sox get infielder Durbin in trade with Brewers
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Feb 05, 2026

Olney and Passan's MLB offseason lessons -- and what they mean for baseball's future
From more outrage over MLB's top spenders to what to make of deals that never happened, here's what we learned this winter.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Padres, OF Andujar agree to 1-year deal
Miguel Andujar and the San Diego Padres agreed Wednesday to a $4 million, one-year contract, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Tigers land Valdez for 3 years, $115M
Framber Valdez and the Tigers are in agreement on a three-year, $115 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, the highest average annual value ever for a left-handed pitcher.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Sources: Red Sox add Kiner-Falefa on 1-year deal
Veteran utility player Isiah Kiner-Falefa and the Red Sox are in agreement on a one-year contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Skubal, Tigers begin arbitration, wait for ruling
Tarik Skubal, who is seeking $32M, and the Tigers, who are offering $19M, made their cases in salary arbitration, with a decision expected Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Pirates, RHP Clevinger agree to minor league deal
Right-hander Mike Clevinger agreed Wednesday to a minor league contract with the Pirates and will attend big league spring training camp.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Mancini to Angels as comeback attempt continues
Cancer survivor Trey Mancini is taking another shot at a major league comeback after agreeing to a minor league contract with the Angels.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Ex-D-backs slugger, Gold Glover Peralta retires
David Peralta, who hit .278 in an 11-year big league career that included nine seasons with the Arizona Diamondbacks, announced his retirement on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Lolich, '68 World Series hero for Tigers, dies at 85
Mickey Lolich, who pitched three complete-game victories to help the Detroit Tigers win the 1968 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, died Wednesday at the age of 85.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Ranking the top 10 prospects in all 30 MLB farm systems
Who is rising in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

2026 predictions for MLB's top prospects
Which young players will do big things on the diamond in the year ahead? Our experts weigh in.

ESPN MLB
Feb 04, 2026

Top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams: Who are your club's future stars?
Who is rising in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

How bright is your MLB team's future? Kiley McDaniel ranks all 30 farm systems
How bright is your favorite club's future? Here's how every organization stacks up entering the 2026 season.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Dodgers bring back OF Siani, reassign Ibanez
The Dodgers claimed outfielder Mike Siani off waivers from the Yankees and designated infielder Andy Ibáñez for assignment on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Dodgers bring back Siani, reassign Ibanez
The Dodgers claimed outfielder Mike Siani off waivers from the Yankees and designated infielder Andy Ibáñez for assignment on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Paredes, Astros agree to 1-year, $9.35M deal
All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes avoided a salary arbitration hearing by agreeing to a $9.35 million, one-year contract with the Houston Astros.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Sources: Diamondbacks, Santana reach $2M deal
Free agent first baseman Carlos Santana and the Diamondbacks have agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Paredes, Astros agree to $9.35M, 1-year deal
All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes avoided a salary arbitration hearing by agreeing to a $9.35 million, one-year contract with the Houston Astros.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Bradish beats O's for $3.55M in arbitration case
Starting pitcher Kyle Bradish defeated the Orioles in the first salary arbitration decision this year and will earn $3.55 million next season.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

HOF announces cap picks for Beltrán, Jones, Kent
The Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday announced its decisions on cap picks for incoming inductees Carlos Beltrán (Mets), Andruw Jones (Braves) and Jeff Kent (Giants).

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

DeSantis, Manfred support Rays' Tampa stadium
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday voiced support for a proposed new stadium for the Rays in Tampa, but few specifics were offered, including cost or timeline.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

MLB offseason grades: Tigers add Valdez to all-star rotation
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the fantasy baseball season.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

Still waiting on Framber Valdez
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.

ESPN MLB
Feb 03, 2026

An epic Rookie of the Year race? This October's Trey Yesavage? 2026 predictions for MLB's top prospects
Which young players will do big things on the diamond in the year ahead? Our experts weigh in.

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