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ESPN MLB
Apr 30, 2025

DeGrom gets 1st win in 2 years as Rangers rip A's
Texas had a much-needed offensive breakout while deGrom struck out seven over six scoreless innings for his first win in more than two years Tuesday in a 15-2 win over the Athletics.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho makes unlikely backhand catch against Red Sox
The Toronto Blue Jays outfielder fell down tracking the ball but still managed to find it mid-recovery for a miraculous catch in his season debut.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Blue Jays' Varsho activated, makes season debut
The light-hitting Toronto Blue Jays, with an American League East-worst 95 runs scored, activated outfielder Daulton Varsho, 28, from the injured list, inserting him sixth into a lineup that opened a three-game series vs. the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Varsho's back-handed catch headlines Jay's debut
In his season debut on Tuesday night, Toronto's Daulton Varsho, who authored a Gold-Glove season last year before having offseason surgery, turned in a highlight-reel catch at the base of the wall in center field during a 10-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Yanks make history by again opening with 3 HRs
The Yankees became the first team in major league history to open a game with three consecutive home runs more than once in a season.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Mets' Minter pondering season-ending surgery
Mets reliever A.J. Minter is contemplating season-ending surgery for a "pretty significant" lat injury, manager Carlos Mendoza said.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Guards place Sewald on IL with shoulder strain
Guardians reliever Paul Sewald was placed on the 15-day injured list before Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Twins with a right shoulder stain.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Jordan Lawlar and other prospects on the rise
All the prospects that fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as April comes to an end.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

'They tell you to keep it down -- don't listen': 30 years of Coors Field horror stories
For three decades, baseball at the Rockies' park has bruised ERAs and egos. Here's what it's like on MLB's scariest mound.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

'That place is a nightmare': 30 years of Coors Field pitching horror stories
For three decades, baseball at the Rockies' park has bruised ERAs and egos. Here's what it's like on MLB's scariest mound.

ESPN MLB
Apr 29, 2025

Altuve asks out of Astros' top spot, then homers
Houston star Jose Altuve asked Astros manager Joe Espada to move him out of the leadoff spot and into the second hole because he'd like more time to run to the dugout from left field, where he is playing for the first time in his MLB career.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

L.A.'s Glasnow joins Snell on IL with similar injury
Tyler Glasnow was put on the injured list Monday with what the Dodgers described as shoulder inflammation, joining fellow frontline starter Blake Snell, who has been sidelined by a similar injury.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Guardians' McKenzie accepts Triple-A assignment
Guardians pitcher Triston McKenzie has accepted his outright assignment to Triple-A Columbus after clearing waivers on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Nimmo matches Mets franchise record with 9 RBIs
Brandon Nimmo hit a grand slam and matched a franchise record with nine RBIs, helping the first-place New York Mets past the Washington Nationals in a 19-5 rout Monday, a standout day for the 32-year-old outfielder who had four hits and scored four times.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Now in LF, Altuve asks off Astros' leadoff spot
Houston star Jose Altuve asked Astros manager Joe Espada to move him out of the leadoff spot and into the second hole because he'd like more time to run to the dugout from left field, where he is playing for the first time in his 14-year MLB career.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Braves bring back RHP Anderson, OF Rosario
Ian Anderson, the winning pitcher in Game 3 of the 2021 World Series, rejoined the Braves on Monday, a day after he was claimed off waivers from the Angels. Atlanta also signed veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: White Sox get a B ... for Bulls
From the pastel Padres to the Motor City Tigers and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Manfred to rule on Rose ban after Trump meeting
After meeting with President Trump, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said he wants to issue a ruling on a request to end the permanent ban of Pete Rose, who died in September.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Braves activate RHP Anderson, sign OF Rosario
The Braves on Monday activated right-hander Ian Anderson to the active roster and signed outfielder Eddie Rosario to a major league contract.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Forecaster for Week 6: April 28-May 4
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our forecaster preview, which features pitcher rankings, hitter ratings, schedule observations and more.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Waiver wire: You need these pitchers on your team
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Apr 28, 2025

Fantasy Baseball Forecaster for Week 6: April 28-May 4
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our forecaster preview, which features pitcher rankings, hitter ratings, schedule observations and more.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Quintana matches Sabathia in '08 with hot start
Jose Quintana became the first Brewers pitcher to win his first four starts for the team since CC Sabathia in 2008.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Fan ejected after taunting Red Sox OF Duran
A fan in Cleveland was ejected Sunday after saying "something inappropriate" to Boston's Jarren Duran, who revealed in a documentary earlier this month that he attempted suicide three years ago.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Giants' Ramos walks it off with little league HR
Heliot Ramos gave the Giants a walk-off 3-2 win over the Rangers with a Little League home run added by two errors from Texas.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Dodgers' Glasnow (shoulder) exits after 1 inning
Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow departed Sunday's outing against the Pirates after one inning with right shoulder discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Nats' DeJong to have surgery on broken nose
Nationals third baseman Paul DeJong, who was hit in the face by a pitch on April 15, will undergo surgery Monday, manager Dave Martinez said.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

MLB drops Chisholm's 1-game ban, fine remains
Major League Baseball dropped a one-game suspension against New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Gausman ejected after 53-pitch inning vs. Yanks
Toronto's Kevin Gausman was ejected after a 53-pitch inning -- the most by an MLB pitcher in an inning since 2022 -- in which he had five walks vs. the Yankees.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Marlins demote struggling Gillispie to Triple-A
The Marlins optioned starting pitcher Connor Gillispie to Triple-A Jacksonville on Sunday and promoted fellow right-hander Luarbert Arias to take his place.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Mets minor leaguer Gomez fires 104.5 mph pitch
Raimon Gomez, a pitcher for the Mets' Class A affiliate in Post St. Lucie, Florida, had a pitch clocked at 104.5 mph -- faster than any pitch thrown in the majors this year.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Mets put Minter (triceps) on IL, bring up Ureña
Mets reliever A.J. Minter has been placed on the 15-day injured list after straining his left triceps during a 2-0 win against the Nationals. New York replaced him on the roster by selecting the contract of right-hander José Ureña from Triple-A Syracuse.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

Williams out as Yanks' closer; Weaver to get a shot
Devin Williams, who has stumbled to start the season, has been ousted as closer by Yankees manager Aaron Boone, with Luke Weaver set to get save opportunities.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

How the bottom of the order is powering the Cubs' offense to top of MLB
Chicago has scored more runs than any team in the majors so far -- with the help of some unexpected sluggers.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

D-backs' Suarez slugs four HRs in loss to Braves
Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez became the 19th player in major league history to hit four home runs in a game Saturday night, doing so against the Braves.

ESPN MLB
Apr 27, 2025

D-backs' Suárez slugs four HRs in loss to Braves
Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez became the 19th player in major league history to hit four home runs in a game Saturday night, doing so against the Braves.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Duran steals home, leaves Red Sox in amazement
Jarren Duran pulled off Boston's first straight steal of home plate in exactly 16 years as the Red Sox beat the Guardians 7-3 in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Suarez homers in first 3 at bats against Braves
Eugenio Suarez hit a solo shot in the second, a two-run homer in the fourth and another solo drive in the sixth, all off of Braves starter Grant Holmes.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Dodgers' Gonsolin set for first start since 2023
Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tony Gonsolin, whose last start was an 11-3 loss to Miami at Dodger Stadium Aug. 18, 2023, will be activated off injured reserve and should make his first major league start in 20 months against the Marlins on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Counsell on Brown's implosion: 'We need better'
Cubs starter Ben Brown came apart in a six-run fourth inning against the Phillies on Saturday, leading manager Craig Counsell to say simply, "We need better, frankly."

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

'I'll always be a Giant': Crawford celebrated in S.F.
During Brandon Crawford Celebration Day at Oracle Park, Crawford's family, friends and former teammates joined him on the field. He gave a speech to the fans who supported him from 2011-23.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Mariners shut down Gilbert (elbow) for 2 weeks
An MRI revealed that Logan Gilbert has a Grade 1 flexor strain. He won't throw for two weeks, at which point he'll be reevaluated.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Brewers' Mitchell to IL; ex-player's son called up
Milwaukee placed center fielder Garrett Mitchell on the 10-day injured list with a left oblique strained and called up Daz Cameron, the son of former Brewer Mike Cameron.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Crosstown exchange: ChiSox get Cubs' Workman
The White Sox have acquired infielder Gage Workman from the Cubs for cash considerations.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Former Cardinals, Reds GM Jocketty dies at 74
Walt Jocketty, a three-time baseball executive of the year and former general manager for the Cardinals and Reds, has died. He was 74.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Twins get Clemens from Phils, put Keaschall on IL
The Twins have acquired infielder Kody Clemens from the Phillies in exchange for cash considerations. To make room for Clemens, the Twins placed prospect Luke Keaschall on the 10-day injured list with a nondisplaced fracture in his right forearm.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Skenes deals best 'stuff' to shut down Dodgers
Paul Skenes outdueled Yoshinobu Yamamoto, striking out nine in 6 1/3 scoreless innings to lead the Pirates to a 3-0 win on Friday night.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Mariners' ace Gilbert exits with forearm tightness
Mariners All-Star pitcher Logan Gilbert left his start against the Marlins on Friday after three perfect innings because of right forearm tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Mariners ace Gilbert exits with forearm tightness
Mariners All-Star pitcher Logan Gilbert left his start against the Marlins on Friday after three perfect innings because of right forearm tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Mariners' Gilbert exits with forearm tightness
Mariners All-Star pitcher Logan Gilbert left his start against the Marlins after three perfect innings because of right forearm tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Boone to mull Yanks' closer as Williams flops again
Devin Williams' continued struggles in the ninth prompted Yankees manager Aaron Boone to say "we'll see" when asked if the team would consider making a switch at closer.

ESPN MLB
Apr 26, 2025

Twins' Keaschall IL-bound with forearm fracture
Twins rookie infielder Luke Keaschall is headed to the injured list due to a nondisplaced fracture in his right forearm.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Snell's MRI shows no damage; return still TBD
An MRI exam on the left shoulder of Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell revealed no structural damage, manager Dave Roberts said Friday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Brewers CF Mitchell exits with oblique tightness
Brewers center fielder Garrett Mitchell left Friday night's game against the St. Louis Cardinals in the fourth inning with left oblique tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Cards option Fernandez to Triple-A amid struggles
The Cardinals optioned right-handed pitcher Ryan Fernandez to Triple-A Memphis and recalled right-hander Riley O'Brien before Friday's game against Milwaukee.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Mets' McNeil, Alvarez to make season debut
The New York Mets activated catcher Francisco Alvarez and second baseman Jeff McNeil from the injured list Friday, and both were in the lineup to make their season debut in the opener of a four-game series against the Washington Nationals.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

O's, Tigers to play 2 on Sat. after Friday ppd.
Friday's game between the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles was postponed by rain and will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Pham suspended 1 game for gesture toward fans
Major League Baseball has issued a one-game suspension to Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham for what it described as "inappropriate actions towards fans" in a game at Angel Stadium on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Guardians' Brito has surgery, could miss 3 months
Juan Brito, regarded as one of the Guardians' top prospects, is expected to be restricted from game activities from 8-12 weeks after undergoing thumb surgery Friday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Scherzer throws off mound as rehab progresses
Max Scherzer threw 27 pitches off the mound Friday in what Blue Jays manager John Schneider called a step in the right direction.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Red Sox-Guardians rained out; doubleheader Sat.
The series opener between the Red Sox and Guardians was postponed by rain on Friday, setting up a day-night doubleheader between the clubs on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Twins reinstate RHP Lopez for start vs. Angels
The Minnesota Twins activated right-hander Pablo Lopez from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels in Minneapolis.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

Slow start? Not this year! Francisco Lindor has Mets rolling
After stumbling out of the gate last season, the star shortstop and his team are lighting up Citi Field.

ESPN MLB
Apr 25, 2025

'There's no drop-off down there': How the bottom of the order is powering the Cubs' offense to top of MLB
Chicago has scored more runs than any team in the majors so far -- with the help of some unexpected sluggers.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Mets' McNeil back from season-opening IL stint
The Mets activated Jeff McNeil, who hasn't played this season because of a right oblique strain, from the injured list Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Rays lose rookie OF Mangum to strained groin
The Rays placed rookie outfielder Jake Mangum on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Royals ace Ragans exits early with groin issue
Royals ace Cole Ragans will undergo testing on his left groin after the All-Star left-hander was forced to leave Thursday's start after just three innings and 62 pitches.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Twins' Lewis ready to start rehab assignment
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis, who hasn't played since March 16 due to a hamstring strain, will begin an injury rehab assignment Friday at Triple-A St. Paul.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Nats activate All-Star Abrams off injured list
Nationals All-Star shortstop CJ Abrams was activated off the 10-day injured list after recovering from a strained right hip flexor.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Houston Astros' fried chicken waffle sandwich leads new MLB park treats
MLB parks are staying creative with their new food items in the 2025 season.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1 ... again
Another change at the top of the list and an NL-heavy top 10 dominate our rankings four weeks into the 2025 season.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Negro Leagues museum seeking $30M expansion
Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard and current Padres manager Mike Shildt are pushing for the expansion of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Tucker finishes 2025 as fantasy's No. 1? Alonso hits .300? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Pitchers tell their best stories of failed new pitches
Every ace wants to add something filthy to his arsenal. Sometimes it just doesn't work out.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

MLB Power Rankings: Who's No. 1 one month into the season?
Another change at the top of the list and an NL-heavy top 10 dominate our rankings four weeks into the 2025 season.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Crow-Armstrong stays hot vs. hometown Dodgers
"He needs to send me a bottle of wine or some golf balls with all the success he's had," L.A. manager Dave Roberts said before Pete Crow-Armstrong helped the Cubs to another win Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Apr 24, 2025

Twins say Oliva, Hrbek recovering from strokes
The Twins say Tony Oliva had "a series of mini strokes" over the past month but is expected to make a full recovery, and Kent Hrbek suffered a minor stroke following knee surgery in early April and is recovering at home.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Rangers' Seager goes on IL with hamstring strain
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager went on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, a day after he suffered a strained hamstring while running to first base.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Dodgers' Snell to pause throwing after discomfort
Dodgers starter Blake Snell will back off his throwing program after feeling discomfort in his left shoulder while playing catch Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Diaz 'good' after exiting Mets' win with hip issue
Edwin Diaz said he was feeling better postgame, having left the Mets' 4-3, extra-innings win over the Phillies on Wednesday with left hip discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Athletics put Leclerc on IL due to strained lat
The Athletics placed reliever Jose Leclerc on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a right lat strain.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

O's Rodriguez has lat injury, weeks from throwing
Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez, who has been rehabbing from elbow inflammation, has a strained lat muscle and is a "couple of weeks" from resuming his throwing program, manager Brandon Hyde said Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Phillies DFA Clemens, say no MRI for Sanchez
Kody Clemens was designated for assignment on Wednesday by the Phillies while manager Rob Thomson said left-hander Cristopher Sanchez felt normal, one day after he was removed from a start with forearm tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Mets targeting Alvarez, McNeil returns on Friday
Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez (hand) and second baseman Jeff McNeil (oblique) could be activated when the team starts a road trip Friday at Washington.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Time to rethink your Coors Field strategy
Start Colorado Rockies' bats at home and avoid visiting pitchers? That old standby strategy may be no more.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

'I tried it. I'm like, dude, it doesn't work': Pitchers tell their best stories of failed new pitches
Every ace wants to add something filthy to their arsenal. Sometimes it just doesn't work out.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Amaya blast keys Cubs, 'something you dream of'
Miguel Amaya 388-foot home run allowed the Cubs to tie the game in the ninth against the Dodgers, and an inning later, Ian Happ won it for them 11-10 on a run-scoring single.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Rangers' Seager leaves win with tight hamstring
Texas Rangers veteran shortstop Corey Seager, who finished the game 1-for-4 with two runs on Tuesday night, was pulled from his club's 8-5 victory over the Athletics in West Sacramento, California in the sixth inning due to right hamstring tightness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 23, 2025

Phils' Sanchez leaves start, confident left arm OK
Phillies lefty Cristopher Sanchez said he isn't concerned about the left arm soreness that caused him to leave his start Tuesday night against the Mets.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

A's top pick in '24, Kurtz, to debut Wednesday
Nick Kurtz, the No. 4 overall pick by the Athletics in the 2024 draft, is expected to make his big league debut on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Phillies lefty Sánchez exits with forearm soreness
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez was removed from his start Tuesday night against the New York Mets because of left forearm soreness.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Manfred eyes 'big crowd' when Bristol hosts MLB
"Big crowd, big crowd," Rob Manfred said of the turnout he is expecting when the Reds host the Braves at Bristol Motor Speedway on Aug. 2 -- part of the commissioner's push to take MLB to locations where baseball isn't played every day live.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Stanton joins Yankees mates for batting practice
New York Yankees veteran designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, 35, out since the his team's World Series loss last October, took batting practice with his teammates on Tuesday in Cleveland as he continues to recover from tendinitis in both elbows.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

White Sox lefty Pérez has flexor tendon strain
Chicago White Sox left-hander Martin Pérez has a flexor tendon strain that won't require reconstructive Tommy John surgery.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Source: White Sox's Pérez likely out for year
Chicago White Sox left-hander Martin Perez will likely miss the remainder of the season with an elbow injury, a source told ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Guardians place Thomas on IL with bruised wrist
Guardians center fielder Lane Thomas was placed on the 10-day injured list with a bruised right wrist sustained when he got hit by a pitch on April 8.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Bullpen stock watch: Devin Williams deserves a little faith
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Buzz: Strider, Scherzer updates and other Tuesday news
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Apr 22, 2025

Lindor swats slow-start stigma, fuels Mets' win
Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor homered twice and finished with four RBIs, lifting first-place New York past its National League East rival, the Philadelphia Phillies, 5-4, in the opener of a marquee three-game series on Monday night at Citi Field.

ESPN MLB
Apr 21, 2025

Giants' Schmitt (oblique) out at least one month
San Francisco Giants infielder Casey Schmitt has a Grade 2 left oblique strain and is expected to miss at least a month.

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