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ESPN MLB
Jul 09, 2026

Volpe denies 'BS' report that he refused SS move
Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe strongly denied a report that he refused to play second base earlier this season, saying he was caught "off guard" by the since-retracted report, which he called "B.S."

ESPN MLB
Jul 09, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands headin...
The Marlins debut at their highest ranking of 2026 while the Padres' fall continues. Here's who's hot -- and who's not -- ahead of baseball's midseason break.

ESPN MLB
Jul 09, 2026

McGonigle a top-10 hitter? Cy Young for Wheeler? D...
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
Jul 09, 2026

Updated ranking of the top 100 trade deadline cand...
Skubal to the ...? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.

ESPN MLB
Jul 09, 2026

The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB ...
Tairk Skubal to which elite team? An All-Star traded within the NL East!? We make dream moves for every World Series hopeful.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Boston's Contreras exits after fouling ball off fo...
The ups and downs of Willson Contreras' season continued Wednesday when he had to leave the Red Sox's game after fouling a ball off his left foot.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Brewers find new injury to Woodruff's shoulder
The Brewers said an MRI exam revealed a new injury to Brandon Woodruff's anterior capsule and are seeking a second opinion after initially diagnosing him with inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

All-Star Dingler hit by foul tip, exits Tigers til...
Tigers All-Star catcher Dillon Dingler left Wednesday's game with a injured right hand. The Athletics' Nick Kurtz left in the second inning due to illness.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Angels' Trout comes off IL ahead of All-Star Game
- The Los Angeles Angels activated center fielder Mike Trout from the injured list on Wednesday, just in time for the All-Star Game in his beloved Philadelphia.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Mattingly interested in managing Phillies full tim...
With the Phillies firmly in playoff contention heading into the All-Star break, interim manager Don Mattingly said he would be interested in leading the club full time.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

White Sox call No. 1 draft pick a three-man race
The White Sox have homed in on three candidates for the No. 1 pick in the MLB amateur draft: UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey and Texas high school shortstop Grady Emerson.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Blue Jays' Cease loses no-hit bid vs. Giants in 9t...
The Blue Jays' Dylan Cease took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Wednesday before the Giants' Heliot Ramos broke it up a line-drive single to center field.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Rockies' Acevedo tests positive, gets 80-game ban
Domingo Acevedo, a major league veteran pitching with Colorado's Triple-A team, got an 80-game ban for a positive PED test under the minor league drug program.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

We won't see a pitcher like Justin Verlander again
With the future first-ballot Hall of Famer set to retire, his departure helps mark the end of an era for MLB's aces.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

We won't see a pitcher like Justin Verlander again...
With the future first-ballot Hall of Famer set to retire, his departure helps mark the end of an era for MLB's aces.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Regan, ex-MLB pitcher and coach, dies at age 89
Phil Regan, a former major league pitcher and longtime pitching coach, has died at age 89.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

'Time has come': Verlander to retire after season
Three-time Cy Young winner and 2011 American League MVP Justin Verlander, the oldest active player in the major leagues at 43, will retire after the 2026 season.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Royals' Caglianone to flex muscle in HR Derby
Royals slugger Jac Caglianone, who hit nine of his 14 homers in June and is tied for the MLB lead in average HR distance, will participate in the Home Run Derby.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

All-Star Game rosters: Snubs, other takeaways
Many of baseball's biggest names are headed to Philly, but some deserving stars will be watching from home.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

All-Star Weekend: Rosters and everything you need ...
We have your go-to guide for the summer's biggest event as the Midsummer Classic heads to Philly on July 14.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

WPBL unveils nicknames, logos for 1st season
The Women's Professional Baseball League on Wednesday unveiled the nicknames and logos of its four teams ahead of its inaugural season, with each team name inspired by pioneering women.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Ohtani, Witt and ... Pete Alonso! First-half MVPs ...
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Dump Dansby? Get some Guardians? Second-half moves...
Let's take a closer look at the second-half schedule to see if some teams have players to grab -- or to be avoided.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

First-half MVPs for all 30 MLB teams
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

'I normally don't hit .220 for 80 games': Can Kyle...
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Draft guide: One big question and latest intel for...
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Final 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 250 prospects
The MLB draft is Saturday! Here's how this year's best players stack up.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

'Pisses me off': Wheeler wins after All-Star snub
On a day when Major League Baseball unveiled a list of All-Star replacements that did not include Zack Wheeler, the annoyed 36-year-old righty tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Goodman scratched before Rockies take on Dodgers
Colorado Rockies All-Star Hunter Goodman, originally slotted to be the team's designated hitter, was scratched from the lineup against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, a day after he suffered a left hand contusion in an 8-7, 11-inning loss.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Yankees make history, strike out 17 times again
In a 6-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday night, the Yankees whiffed 17 times to become the first team in American League history to hit that mark in consecutive nine-inning games.

ESPN MLB
Jul 08, 2026

Royals' Tolbert (12 ABs, 12 hits) ties MLB record
Tyler Tolbert of the Royals tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, reaching the mark with an infield single in a 16-12 win over the Mets on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Ohtani shrugs off arm issue, to make Friday start
Shohei Ohtani, having fully recovered from the biceps injury that forced him to exit a recent game early, is lined up to pitch Friday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

O'Hearn drives in 10, breaking Pirates' record
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the franchise, made history Tuesday night, setting a club record by driving in 10 runs on three home runs in a convincing 12-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

3B coach Cora leaves Tigers during third season
Detroit Tigers third base coach Joey Cora, the older brother of former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, has left the club in the middle of his third season on the job because of what manager A.J. Hinch described on Tuesday as "philosophical differences."

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Contreras, Ashcraft among ASG replacements list
Willson Contreras headlines list of players selected as All-Star Game replacements.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Polanco back in Mets' lineup after 3-month rehab
Jorge Polanco returned to the New York Mets' lineup Tuesday after missing nearly three months with right wrist and left Achilles injuries.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Twins put Buxton on IL with lingering hip injury
The Twins placed Byron Buxton on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after the center fielder aggravated a hip injury that has lingered through much of the season.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Astros' Burrows sent to Triple-A after 10-run star...
The Houston Astros have optioned right-hander Mike Burrows to Triple-A Sugar Land.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

? Breaking down the MLB Home Run Derby field
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

? MLB Awards Watch: MVP, Cy Young and more
With the All-Star break approaching, it's time to look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Cavalli's suspension for brawl in Boston reduced
Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli's suspension for his role in last Tuesday's brawl at Boston has been reduced on appeal, Major League Baseball announced Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Pirates place SS Griffin on IL with finger injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed shortstop Konnor Griffin on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with what the team called a sagittal band injury to his left ring finger. The move is retroactive to Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Yankees' Rice to take his cuts in Home Run Derby
New York Yankees slugger Ben Rice, who leads the team with 25 home runs, will be swinging for the fences during the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia on July 13.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Nine first-half D's and F's?! Midseason grades for...
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

MLB All-Star Home Run Derby: Breaking down the fie...
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Brewers call up prospect Lara after 7-year deal
Outfield prospect Luis Lara, 21, was called up to the Brewers on Tuesday before their doubleheader with the Cardinals.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Closer stock watch: Trade Aroldis Chapman before t...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Brewers ready to promote Luis Lara and other news ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Rushing single in 11th gives Dodgers 60th win
In their first extra-innings game of the season, the Dodgers reach win No. 60 on a Dalton Rushing single in the 11th.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Playing Xbox, refreshing Twitter and ... eating ta...
From first-rounders to a player taken in a round that no longer exists, major leaguers recall the moment they got picked.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

How many A's? And WHO got the highest mark?! Midse...
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

Kepler hits first home run since 80-game ban ended...
Veteran outfielder Max Kepler, 33, homered to lead the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-0 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night, his first home run since returning from an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.

ESPN MLB
Jul 07, 2026

'It was personal': Irked Schlittler bounces back
Bouncing back from a disappointing loss to the Detroit Tigers, Cam Schlittler pitched eight innings for the second time this year as the New York Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Monday in the opener of a series pitting the AL East's top two teams.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Dodgers' Phillips back from Tommy John surgery
Reliever Evan Phillips was reinstated off the injured list Monday, returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers 13 months after having Tommy John surgery.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Sanchez allows career-worst 9 ER in Phils' loss
Philadelphia ace Cristopher Sanchez allowed a career-worst nine earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings in the Phillies' surprising 15-1 loss to Kansas City on Monday afternoon, telling reporters that the Royals "made me pay, and you just have to keep going."

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Sources: Draft prospect Bumila has UCL injury
Fireballing Massachusetts prep left-hander Brody Bumila shared an MRI with MLB teams on Monday that revealed damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Braves' Martín Pérez on injury list, DFA Carrasco
The Braves placed left-hander Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list on Monday with a left forearm contusion.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

? Awards Watch: MVP, Cy Young and more
With the All-Star break approaching, it's time to look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Free agents: Pitching takes center stage as weathe...
Here are the top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Jazz Chisholm Jr. may miss time for Yankees and ot...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

2026 MLB draft guide: One big question and latest ...
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out as draft week arrives.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Redrafting the 2023-25 MLB drafts in one 60-pick m...
We combine three years' worth of superstar prospects and play GM for all 30 MLB teams.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Updated ranking of MLB's top 100 trade deadline ca...
Skubal to the ...? A new star closer available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.

ESPN MLB
Jul 06, 2026

Suarez exits Red Sox win with adductor tightness
Boston pitcher Ranger Suarez, a left-hander named to the American League All-Star team, left his start with two outs in the third inning Sunday due to left adductor tightness, but the Red Sox bullpen helped anchor a 7-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

White Sox's Murakami set to begin rehab stint
White Sox rookie first baseman Munetaka Murakami will begin a rehab assignment Monday at Triple-A Charlotte, the slugger's final step before rejoining Chicago's lineup after being out with a right hamstring injury.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Dodgers C to debut despite tragedy in Venezuela
The stepmom and sister of Dodgers catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. were found dead as a result of the earthquakes in Venezuela last week, according to reports.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Marlins pull Pérez after 7 perfect innings vs. A's...
Eury Pérez was pulled after pitching seven perfect innings Sunday, and the Marlins nearly blew an eight-run lead before holding on vs. the A's.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Braves LHP Perez hit by Soto liner, likely to IL
Braves left-hander Martín Perez is likely headed to the injured list after he was hit on his left forearm by Juan Soto's line drive in Sunday's 10-9 loss to the Mets.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Follow live: Marlins' Eury Perez working on perfec...
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ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Brewers' Woodruff (shoulder) put back on IL
Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff has gone back on the injured list with inflammation in his throwing shoulder, one day after a drop in velocity led to his early exit from a start against the Diamondbacks.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Chisholm (toe) exits Yankees' game in 5th inning
New York second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. exited the Yankees' home game against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon with right big toe discomfort, thought the club told reporters that X-rays came back negative.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Fried faces hitters for 2nd time since elbow injur...
Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried inched closer to a possible minor league rehab assignment, throwing 36 pitches in his second two-inning simulated game.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Twins star Buxton leaves game with hip injury
Twins All-Star center fielder Byron Buxton left Sunday's game against the Yankees following the first inning after reaggravating a hip injury.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Guardians' Ramírez (hand) progressing; BP soon
José Ramírez has made steady progress in his recovery from hand surgery and the Guardians star third baseman will soon start taking batting practice.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Buxton returns for Twins, Brewers' Woodruff headed...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Boston's Gray fueled by ASG snub, gets 10th win
Red Sox right-hander Sonny Gray admitted being "bummed" that he was not named an All-Star on Saturday but proceeded to get his 10th win of the season in an 8-1 victory over the Angels.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

Woodruff exits Brewers' loss with shoulder issue
Starter Brandon Woodruff, 33, exited with an injury in the fourth inning of the Milwaukee Brewers' 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night, and manager Pat Murphy said that the veteran would probably need to be placed on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

All-Star Alvarez walks off Rays in multi-HR night
Yordan Alvarez added to his AL home run lead with a walk-off against the Rays on Saturday night, his second homer of the night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 05, 2026

'Emotional' Contreras apologizes for on-field flap...
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras offered an emotional apology for his involvement in a pair of bench-clearing incidents against the New York Yankees and Washington Nationals this past week.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

MLB All-Star Game rosters: Snubs, other takeaways
Many of baseball's biggest names are headed to Philly, but some deserving stars will be watching from home.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Ohtani, Freeman lead Dodgers' 4 All-Star starters
Shohei Ohtani will be joined by four Los Angeles teammates in the NL's starting lineup, while the Dodgers, Braves and Phillies will each send five players to the July 14 All-Star Game.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

2026 MLB All-Star Weekend: Everything you need to ...
We have your go-to guide for summer's biggest event as the Midsummer Classic heads to Philly on July 14.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Cubs DFA struggling Wilson, sign RHP Woodford
The Chicago Cubs signed right-hander Jake Woodford to a one-year major league contract before the rain-delayed game against the St. Louis Cardinals.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Rockies place Sugano, 36, on IL with back spasms
Veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano, 36, who was slated to start on Saturday night for Colorado against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field, was instead placed on the 15-day injured list due to back spasms by the Rockies.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Astros option struggling OF Meyers to Triple-A
The Astros optioned struggling outfielder Jake Meyers to Triple-A Sugar Land in one of four roster moves made before Saturday's game against the Rays.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Junis (hip) to IL as part of Rangers bullpen moves...
The Texas Rangers have swapped right-handed relievers on the 15-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Twins RHP Matthews exits game with foot injury
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Zebby Matthews left Saturday's game against the New York Yankees because of a right foot laceration in the fifth inning.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Shohei Ohtani out for Dodgers, Julio Rodriguez hea...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Where does Aroldis Chapman rank among the greatest...
The Boston Red Sox fireman is now the king of strikeouts among relievers. We put his career in historical perspective.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Soccer stars on the mound: Pochettino is latest to...
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino was the latest soccer star to throw the first pitch at an MLB game this summer. How did he and he fellow footballers do?

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

USMNT coach Pochettino latest World Cup star to th...
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino was the latest soccer star to throw the first pitch at an MLB game this summer. How did he and he fellow footballers do?

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Dodgers to hold Ohtani (bicep) out Sat. after exit...
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani threw a season-high 110 pitches Friday against the Padres before exiting in the seventh inning when his right biceps tightened up on a swing. He will be held out of the lineup Saturday to afford him some extra recovery time.

ESPN MLB
Jul 04, 2026

Chapman sets all-time record for K's by reliever
Red Sox lefty Aroldis Chapman passed Hoyt Wilhelm as the major leagues' all-time leader in strikeouts by a reliever Friday night, reaching 1,364 for his career.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Mariners put J-Rod on 7-day IL with concussion
Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez, who left Thursday night's game after taking a throw to the back of the helmet, was placed on the seven-day IL with a concussion.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Ohtani unlikely to pitch in ASG due to schedule
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said it's "hard to imagine" Shohei Ohtani pitching in the All-Star Game after the team adjusted his schedule to manage his workload.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Padres pitcher Vásquez (ankle) goes on 15-day IL
Padres starting pitcher Randy Vásquez went on the 15-day injured list Friday with a bruised right ankle.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Trout eyes Angels return next week ahead of ASG
Mike Trout believes he can return from a hamstring injury for the Angels next week, giving him enough time to be ready for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia this month.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Reds' Greene to come off IL, start vs. Orioles
The Cincinnati Reds plan to reinstate pitcher Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list to make his season debut Saturday night against the Baltimore Orioles.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

O's closer Helsley returns to IL with elbow issue
Orioles closer Ryan Helsley went on the 15-day injured list Friday, two days after he felt discomfort in his right elbow while warming up in Wednesday's win over the White Sox.

ESPN MLB
Jul 03, 2026

Cubs recall Pomeranz from Triple-A, option Wicks
The Cubs recalled left-hander Drew Pomeranz from Triple-A Iowa before Friday's game against the Cardinals and optioned lefty Jordan Wicks to the farm club.

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