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Aug 29, 2025

Moffitt, ex-MLBer, brother of Billie Jean King, dies
Randy Moffitt, a reliever who played 12 seasons in Major League Baseball and was the younger brother of tennis great Billie Jean King, has died after an extended illness at the age of 76.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

FBI reveals more Pete Rose gambling documents
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released new documents relating to baseball great Pete Rose, his former bookie and the gambling scandal that led to Rose's previous ban from the sport and from entry into the Hall of Fame.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

M's Robles out 7 games for minor league bat toss
Mariners outfielder Victor Robles will now miss seven games following his appeal of a suspension for throwing a bat toward an opposing player during a minor league rehab assignment.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

Bookie tied to ex-Ohtani interpreter gets 1 year
An illegal bookmaker who took thousands of bets from the former interpreter of Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was sentenced Friday to just over a year in prison.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

Tips to help you win your fantasy baseball league
Made the fantasy baseball playoffs? Want to win? Listen to these tips from Tristan.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

Fantasy baseball news: Red Sox, Mets promote pitching prospects
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Aug 29, 2025

Where will your team's next ballpark be? What Royals can teach us about the future of MLB stadiums
Kansas City's ongoing search for a new home provides three models other franchises could follow.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

White Sox's Vargas exits after 1st grand slam
White Sox first baseman Miguel Vargas left Thursday's loss to the Yankees because of a left wrist contusion three innings after hitting his first career grand slam.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Phils' Schwarber 21st ever with 4 homers in game
Philadelphia slugger Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs Thursday night against Atlanta to become the fourth Phillies player and 21st major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

'Fun night': Schwarber has MLB's 21st 4-HR game
Philadelphia slugger Kyle Schwarber hit four home runs Thursday night against Atlanta to become the fourth Phillies player and 21st major leaguer to accomplish the feat.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Mets catcher Alvarez has fractured pinkie finger
Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez has been diagnosed with a fracture in his left pinkie finger.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Guardians release longtime first baseman Santana
Guardians released first baseman Carlos Santana on Thursday, making the 39-year-old veteran available for teams looking to add a veteran bat.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Refsnyder homers in return as BoSox sweep O's
Red Sox outfielder Rob Refsnyder homered Thursday in his return from a strained left oblique, helping Boston secure a 3-2 win over Baltimore and their first four-game sweep of the O's since August of 2018.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Seager has appendectomy; return date unknown
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, who has a team-high 21 home runs this season, had an appendectomy after experiencing abdominal pain during Wednesday's game.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Ex-MLBer Teixeira running for House seat in Texas
Former Major League Baseball star Mark Teixeira announced Thursday that he's running for the Republican nomination for a House seat in Texas.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

BoSox's Lowe to paternity list, Refsnyder returns
The Red Sox placed first baseman Nathaniel Lowe on the paternity list Thursday and activated outfielder Rob Refsnyder from the 10-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

The rise of the home run robbery, as told by the king of the play
Nothing brings a crowd to its feet like a homer being taken away. Here's what's powering the rise in outfielder thievery.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Inside the rise of the home run robbery: Why baseball's most thrilling play is happening more than ever
Nothing brings a crowd to its feet like a homer being taken away. Here's what's powering the rise in outfielder thievery.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands as final month approaches
As we enter September, every team has something it's focusing on in the final stretch -- ranging from playoff prep to building for next season.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Ohtani takes big leap, earns win in 5-inning gem
Dodgers' two-way star Shohei Ohtani completed five innings for the first time this season, holding the Reds to one run to earn his first win of the season Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

'Electric' Chandler gets first MLB win with Pirates
Pirates prized prospect Bubba Chandler earned his first MLB win in relief, throwing four scoreless innings against the Cardinals in his second career game.

ESPN MLB
Aug 28, 2025

Three Rangers with 5 RBIs in 20-3 rout of Angels
Adolis Garcia, Joc Pederson and Kyle Higashioka each hit three-run homers and had five RBIs as the Rangers blew out the Angels 20-3.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Pirates prospect Chandler picks up first MLB win
Pirates prized prospect Bubba Chandler earned his first MLB win in relief, throwing four scoreless innings against the Cardinals in his second career game.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Rafaela rescues Red Sox with 2-run blast in 9th
Ceddanne Rafaela, who entered the game hitting just .188 since the All-Star break, hit a towering two-run homer in the ninth to lift the Red Sox past the Orioles.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

McLean spins gem, makes history in Mets' sweep
Nolan McLean became the first New York Mets pitcher to win his first three major league starts, tossing eight magnificent innings in a 6-0 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies that completed a three-game sweep.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Astros' Caratini on concussion IL, Diaz day-to-day
- The Houston Astros placed catcher Victor Caratini on the concussion injured list on Wednesday, putting the AL West leaders in a bind behind the plate.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Dodgers' Freeman misses game with neck issue
All-Star Freddie Freeman was out of the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup on Wednesday because of a nerve issue in his neck.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Brewers place All-Star closer Megill on 15-day IL
The Milwaukee Brewers placed All-Star closer Trevor Megill on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with a right flexor strain and signed righty Erick Fedde to the roster.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Minor league SS Holt gets 80-game drug ban
Shortstop Peyton Holt was suspended for 80 games Wednesday by Major League Baseball following a positive test for a performance-enhancing substance under the minor league drug program.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

White Sox OF Robert (hamstring) on 10-day IL
White Sox placed Luis Robert Jr. on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday, a tough blow for the center fielder after he started to deliver at the plate.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

O's move rookie Young to 60-day IL; done for '25
The Orioles have placed Brandon Young on the 60-day injured list, ending a frustrating season for the rookie right-hander.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

The Playoff Playbook: Tips to help you win your fantasy baseball league
Made the fantasy baseball playoffs? Want to win? Listen to these tips from Tristan.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Fantasy baseball lineup advice and betting tips for Thursday
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Fantasy baseball news: Rangers lose Eovaldi; Alvarez returns for Houston
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Welcome to 'Milwaukee Community College': How the Brewers built a $115 million juggernaut
As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Mets 'punch back' again, stun Phils in walk-off win
The Mets' bats stayed hot Tuesday night, when they beat Phillies closer Jhoan Duran with four straight singles in a 6-5 walk-off win.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Dodgers place Vesia on IL with oblique strain
Alex Vesia, one of the Los Angeles Dodgers' most important and frequently used relief pitchers, landed on the injured list with an oblique strain on Tuesday, after he felt tightness in his right side while playing catch in San Diego over the weekend.

ESPN MLB
Aug 27, 2025

Cardinals' Contreras gets six-game ban, appeals
Willson Contreras was suspended for six games and fined an undisclosed amount for his tirade during the St. Louis Cardinals' 7-6 win over Pittsburgh Monday night, but he appealed the decision, allowing him to play on Tuesday in an 8-3 loss to the Pirates.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Dodgers place Vesia on IL; Snell to start Friday
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ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Cubs prospect Birdsell to undergo elbow surgery
Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Brandon Birdsell will have season-ending elbow surgery, dashing his hopes of making his major league debut in 2025.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Yanks' Volpe hitless in return, now in 1-for-32 skid
Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, who got the past two games off due to his struggles at the plate, went 0-for-4 in his return to the starting lineup Tuesday against the Nationals.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Orioles' Bradish strikes out 10 in return from TJ
Kyle Bradish struck out 10 in six innings in an impressive return from Tommy John surgery for the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night against Boston.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Phils put struggling Romano on IL, release Ross
The first-place Phillies made a couple of changes to their bullpen Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Cardinals' Contreras gets 6-game ban for tirade
First baseman Willson Contreras was suspended for six games and fined an undisclosed amount for his tirade during the St. Louis Cardinals' 7-6 win over Pittsburgh on Monday night, but the veteran has appealed the decision and was in the lineup Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Benched amid slump, Volpe back in Yanks' lineup
Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, who got the past two games off amid a 1-for-28 skid, returned to the starting lineup Tuesday against the Nationals.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Cards' Contreras gets 6-game ban, plans to appeal
First baseman Willson Contreras has been suspended for six games and fined an undisclosed amount for his tirade during the St. Louis Cardinals' 7-6 win over Pittsburgh on Monday night, and the veteran has informed Major League Baseball he plans to appeal.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Pirates DFA lefty Heaney, activate Cruz from IL
The Pirates designated left-hander Andrew Heaney for assignment on Tuesday and activated center fielder Oneil Cruz from the concussion injured list.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Mets rush 'dominating' prospect Tong into rotation
Mets prospect Jonah Tong, who is 10-5 with a 1.43 ERA in 113 ? innings across 22 minor league starts, will make his MLB debut vs. the Marlins on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Slugger Alvarez, out since May 3, back to Astros
Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez, who hasn't played since May 3 due to a small fracture in his right hand, has been activated off the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Red Sox RHP Fitts to IL with nerve issue in arm
Red Sox pitcher Richard Fitts, who left Monday's win over Baltimore after four innings, was placed on the 15-day injured list with right arm neuritis.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Fantasy baseball lineup advice and betting tips for Wednesday
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Wednesday's games.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

AL Cy Young contender Eovaldi likely done for '25
Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi, among the favorites for the AL Cy Young Award, will likely miss the remainder of the season with a strained rotator cuff.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

'Dominating' prospect Tong to join Mets rotation
Mets prospect Jonah Tong, who is 10-5 with a 1.43 ERA in 113 2/3 innings across 22 minor league starts, will make his MLB debut vs. the Marlins on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Yanks-Giants to open '26 in earliest U.S. opener
The San Francisco Giants will host the New York Yankees on March 25 to kick off the 2026 MLB season -- the earliest Opening Day in the U.S.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Fantasy baseball news: Yankees ready to welcome back Volpe
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Which prospects might still matter for the rest of the 2025 season?
As the 2025 season enters the homestretch, let's examine some exciting new names we weren't talking about in April.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Athletics' Gelof 0-for-4 in return; Urias DFA'd
The Athletics, who designated veteran second baseman Luis Urias for assignment earlier Monday, saw the return of Zack Gelof, who began the year on the injured list after right hand surgery March 24, in an 8-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Angels manager Washington had heart surgery
Angels manager Ron Washington said Monday he is recovering from quadruple bypass heart surgery and hopes to return to his position next season.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Caminero up to 39 HRs; Guardians shut out again
The Guardians were shut out for the third straight game Monday night, and frustrations boiled over in Cleveland's dugout during the loss to the Rays.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Updated top 100 prospect rankings: There's a new No. 1
Which budding stars have surged up our list now that the draft and trade season are behind us?

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Reranking every MLB farm system from 1 to 30
The busiest time of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Texas All-Star deGrom marks month without win
Jacob deGrom has gone more than a month since winning a game for the Rangers, and that is frustrating the All-Star pitcher.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Athletics 2B Gelof 0-4 in return; Urias DFA'd
The Athletics, who designated veteran second baseman Luis Urias for assignment earlier Monday, saw the return of Zack Gelof, who began the year on the injured list after right hand surgery March 24, in an 8-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

ESPN MLB
Aug 26, 2025

Cards' Contreras ejected, hits own coach with bat
Following a called third strike in the seventh inning Monday, first baseman Willson Contreras threw a bat that mistakenly hit his own coach and tossed gum on the field after he was ejected in the St. Louis Cardinals' 7-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

V of K-Pop group BTS snaps photo with Shohei Ohtani, delivers Dodgers first pitch
V of K-pop sensation BTS threw a strike for the ceremonial first pitch before the Dodgers' game on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Raleigh joins Mantle in record books with 50th HR
Cal Raleigh hit his 50th homer on Monday night, extending his major league record and joining Mickey Mantle as the only switch-hitters to reach that mark.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Dodgers, 'getting healthier,' activate Hernandez
Enrique Hernandez was activated off the injured list Monday, putting the Dodgers a step closer to getting back all of their key players who have been sidelined.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

'Frustrated' Guardians shut out in 3rd straight
The Guardians were shut out for the third straight game Monday night, and frustrations boiled over in Cleveland's dugout during the loss to the Rays.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Boone still views Volpe as Yankees' primary SS
Aaron Boone said despite two recent days out of the lineup, Anthony Volpe remains the Yankees' primary shortstop going forward.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Flight issues delay D-backs until nearly 4 a.m.
The Diamondbacks didn't arrive in Milwaukee until nearly 4 a.m. CDT Monday to begin their four-game series with the Brewers because of mechanical issues with their plane.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Mets place Garrett on IL; optimistic about return
Reed Garrett was placed on the 15-day injured list Monday because of right elbow inflammation, and the New York Mets are optimistic the reliever will miss the minimum amount of time after an MRI showed no ligament damage.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Halos' Washington had quadruple bypass, eyes '26
Angels manager Ron Washington said Monday that he is recovering from quadruple bypass heart surgery and hopes to return to his position next season.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

O's Bradish set to return after 14-month absence
Kyle Bradish, who hasn't pitched in an MLB game since undergoing Tommy John surgery in June 2024, will start for the Orioles on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Athletics recall 2B Gelof from minors, DFA Urias
The Athletics on Monday afternoon designated second baseman Luis Urias for assignment, in order to recall Zack Gelof, who began the year on the injured list following right hand surgery March 24, from Triple-A Las Vegas to play the same position.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Brewers' Anderson to IL; Chourio nears return
The Brewers put reliever Grant Anderson on the 15-day injured list with tendinitis in his right ankle, while manager Pat Murphy indicated outfielder Jackson Chourio is nearing a return from a strained right hamstring.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Tennessean named Babe Ruth charged with fraud
A Tennessee man with the same name as New York Yankees legend Babe Ruth is facing charges alleging that he used the names of hundreds of dead or retired pro baseball players to make phony claims for payouts in class action settlements.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Fantasy baseball lineup advice and betting tips for Tuesday
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Tuesday's games.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Pickups: Power, speed and a must-add returning ace
Here are the players you should claim off the waiver wire, including some pitchers returning from injury.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Guerrero ready to return; Semien might be done for 2025
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

MLB predictions: What will Judge's WAR be? 61 homers for Raleigh? How many K's for Skubal?
Some players are on pace for incredible final numbers. We asked our MLB experts to decide who will keep it up -- and who will lose steam down the stretch run.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

?? Ranking the all-time surprising power seasons
The Mariners slugger made long ball history with his 49th blast of 2025. Here's how his year stacks up with other shocking breakouts.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Over/under predictions for MLB stars: What will Judge's WAR be? 61 homers for Raleigh? How many K's for Skubal?
Some players are on pace for incredible final numbers. We asked our MLB experts to decide who will keep it up -- and who will lose steam down the stretch run.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Grieving Chisholm's HR helps Yankees stop skid
Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s two-run home run in the second inning Sunday night at Yankee Stadium gave New York its first lead against the Boston Red Sox since Thursday night's series opener, and ignited a 7-2 victory for the Yankees, who improved to 70-60.

ESPN MLB
Aug 25, 2025

Volpe: Return to Yanks' starting lineup 'all on me'
Anthony Volpe was removed from the starting lineup for Sunday night's game against the Red Sox and will not be in it Monday against the Nationals, either.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Yanks bench Volpe for series finale vs. Red Sox
Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, who is mired in a 1-for-28 slump and leads the majors with 17 errors, was benched Sunday night against rival Boston.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Rangers' Semien (foot) likely out rest of season
Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien has a fracture and sprain in his left foot and will likely need 4-6 weeks to recover, likely ending his season.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Volpe out of starting lineup as Yanks beat BoSox
Anthony Volpe, who is mired in a 1-for-28 slump and leads the majors with 17 errors, was removed from the starting lineup for Sunday night's game.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Had it with heckler, Ohtani hits 45th HR in win
A heckler next to the Los Angeles dugout spent his entire Sunday giving an earful to the visitors, including a nonstop barrage of digs and chirps at Shohei Ohtani, before the Dodgers star crushed his 45th homer in an 8-2 victory over the San Diego Padres.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Judge throws to bases; return to outfield still TBD
Yankees star Aaron Judge threw to bases at Yankee Stadium for the first time since a flexor strain in his right arm forced him into a full-time DH role.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Where Cal Raleigh's catcher home run record ranks among all-time surprising power seasons
The Mariners slugger made long ball history with his 49th blast of 2025. Here's how his year stacks up with other shocking breakouts.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Raleigh hits 48th, 49th HRs to set catcher record
Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh hit his major league-leading 48th and 49th home runs on Sunday against the Athletics, breaking the single-season record for catchers.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Brewers celebrate legendary broadcaster Uecker
The Brewers paid tribute to longtime broadcaster Bob Uecker, who died in January at age 90, in a star-studded pregame ceremony.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Braves release struggling Fedde; Bummer to IL
The Braves released veteran Erick Fedde less than one month after the right-hander was acquired from St. Louis.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Fantasy baseball news: Rangers, Mets, Brewers navigating injury issues
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

What to believe -- and not to believe in the National League
Milwaukee is on fire. New York is ice cold. Top players are hurt or struggling. Here's what it all means.

ESPN MLB
Aug 24, 2025

Cortes silences WS demons, dominates Dodgers
The Padres' Nestor Cortes, who gave up the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history in October, faced his Dodgers demons and tossed six brilliant innings in a 5-1 win.

ESPN MLB
Aug 23, 2025

Padres put Merrill on IL with left ankle sprain
Padres outfielder Jackson Merrill was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday as he recovers from a sprained left ankle.

ESPN MLB
Aug 23, 2025

BBWAA to add Relief Pitcher of the Year Award
The Baseball Writers' Association of America has voted to establish an AL and NL Relief Pitcher of the Year Award starting in 2026, the organization announced on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Aug 23, 2025

Basallo deal 'symbolic' of future, O's owner says
After Samuel Basallo became the first young Baltimore Orioles player to sign to sign a long-term, pre-arbitration contract extension under this current regime, owner David Rubenstein expressed long-term optimism despite the club's last-place standing.

ESPN MLB
Aug 23, 2025

Mets RHP Montas' season cut short by UCL injury
New York Mets right-hander Frankie Montas will miss the rest of the season with what manager Carlos Mendoza says is a "pretty significant" right elbow UCL injury.

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