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Nov 21, 2025

South Korean 3B Song posted after 26-HR season
South Korean infielder Sung-mun Song is entering MLB's posting system and will be available for teams to sign through Dec. 21.

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2025

The Polar Bear in Boston? A return to Queens? Potential free agent fits for Pete Alonso
For a second straight winter, the Mets' franchise home run king is seeking a long-term deal. Where might he land?

ESPN MLB
Nov 21, 2025

Do Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy belong in Cooperstown? Breaking down the contemporary era ballot
What makes a Hall of Famer, anyway? We take a closer look at the eight candidates.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Whitmore No. 1 in WPBL draft; Davis No. 10
Kelsie Whitmore was selected by San Francisco with the first pick in the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League draft, while Mo'ne Davis went to Los Angeles at No. 10.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Royals reach 1-year deal with Tigers castoff Lange
The Royals reached one-year agreements with right-handed relief pitchers Alex Lange and James McArthur on Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Should the Tigers trade Tarik Skubal? We asked around MLB
Will the best pitcher in baseball be on the move this offseason? Those in the game offer their advice.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Wong, Red Sox agree to 1-year, $1,375,000 deal
Catcher Connor Wong and the Boston Red Sox agreed Thursday to a one-year deal for $1,375,000, a day ahead of the deadline for teams to offer 2026 contracts to unsigned players on their 40-man rosters.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Mariners to retire Johnson's No. 51 in '26 season
Hall of Fame left-hander Randy Johnson will have his No. 51 retired by the Seattle Mariners during a pregame ceremony on May 2, 2026, the club announced Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

Okamoto, Takahashi join NPB stars posted for MLB
Infielder Kazuma Okamoto and pitcher Kona Takahashi are entering MLB's posting system and will be available to sign as free agents from Friday through Jan. 4.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

MLB offseason grades: Why Orioles-Angels trade makes a lot of sense ... for one team
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Nov 20, 2025

$400 million extension, blockbuster trade or let it ride? MLB insiders break down Tigers' Tarik Skubal options
Will the best pitcher in baseball be on the move this offseason? Those in the game offer their advice.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

'Shocked' Rodriguez ready for reset with Angels
Grayson Rodriguez was four months into a breakthrough season with the Baltimore Orioles in 2024 before injuries shut him down. They've kept the big right-hander off the major league mound ever since.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Braves retain Iglesias, deal for Gold Glover Dubon
The Braves retained veteran closer Raisel Iglesias on a one-year, $16 million deal and acquired two-time Gold Glove winner Mauricio Dubon from the Astros.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Braves retain closer Iglesias on 1-year, $16M deal
Veteran closer Raisel Iglesias, who totaled 97 saves with a 2.35 ERA for the Braves over parts of four seasons, will remain with the team on a one-year, $16 million deal.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Manfred talks next steps after betting scandal
Commissioner Rob Manfred on Wednesday said MLB does not anticipate any further restrictions on baseball prop bets but that it will cooperate with the Senate's inquiry while the league's own investigation is ongoing.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Mets hire Justin Willard as new pitching coach
The Mets filled out the rest of their coaching staff on Wednesday, including hiring Justin Willard as pitching coach.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

ESPN, MLB reach new 3-year media rights deal
ESPN and Major League Baseball have a reworked deal that includes out-of-market streaming rights.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Jones, Padres' first Cy Young winner, dies at 75
Randy Jones, the left-hander who won the Cy Young Award with the San Diego Padres in 1976 during a 10-year major league career, has died. He was 75.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

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

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

MLB 'reclamation' candidates: Six free agents who could bounce back with new teams
Which veterans could revitalize their careers by returning to their previous -- better -- form in 2026?

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

Montas cut by Mets with $17M left on contract
Frankie Montas was designated for assignment by the Mets, who owe the injured right-hander $17 million for the final season of a $34 million, two-year contract.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

How a baseball behemoth plans to get ... better? 3 offseason questions as Dodgers eye three-peat
L.A.'s blueprint to bolster a two-time defending champion will be among MLB's biggest stories this winter.

ESPN MLB
Nov 19, 2025

MLB free agency tracker: 2025-26 offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

O's acquire Ward from Angels for RHP Rodriguez
The Orioles acquired Taylor Ward from the Angels for right-hander Grayson Rodriguez.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Morin says he, Skaggs secretive about drug use
Mike Morin, a former Angels teammate of Tyler Skaggs, testified Tuesday that he, Skaggs and the team employee who provided them with illicit pills, Eric Kay, were secretive about their drug use, and that the team was not responsible for what they did.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Twins acquire reliever Orze in trade with Rays
The Twins took a small step toward rebuilding their bullpen Tuesday by acquiring reliever Eric Orze in a trade with the Rays for minor league pitcher Jacob Kisting.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Busy Red Sox trade lefty Murphy to White Sox
The White Sox acquired left-hander Chris Murphy in a trade with the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Dog days: Naylor says M's pooch eased arrival
Josh Naylor has a new five-year, $92.5 million contract with the Mariners, but says the presence of clubhouse dog Tucker helped him feel at home after being traded to Seattle at the deadline.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Grisham, Torres, Imanaga, Woodruff accept QOs
Trent Grisham, Gleyber Torres, Shota Imanaga and Brandon Woodruff all accepted the $22.025 million qualifying offers, electing to remain with their clubs for next season instead of entering free agency.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Montas cut by the Mets with $17M left on deal
Frankie Montas was designated for assignment by the Mets, who owe the injured right-hander $17 million for the final season of a $34 million, two-year contract.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Teams have until Jan. 2 to sign Japan RHP Imai
Right-hander Tatsuya Imai is entering Major League Baseball's posting system and will be available to teams to sign as a free agent from Wednesday through Jan. 2.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Who are the favorites for Tucker? Which teams will go all-in this winter? Jeff Passan's ultimate MLB offseason preview
From the big-name signing to the could-be trade, Passan breaks down the winter to come.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

? Grading bold season predictions for all teams
It's time to see if what we said about each club going into the season was accurate or not -- and what it means for 2026.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

AFL standout Kevin McGonicle among 10 names to know
Eric Karabell reports on his visit to Arizona and which prospects fantasy managers need to keep on their radar.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Report: Astros' Altuve has minor foot procedure
Astros star Jose Altuve underwent a minor procedure to drain fluid between two toes on his right foot and is expected be ready by spring training, according to a report

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Yogi Berra's rookie jersey found at Harlem Boys & Girls Club 70 years ago sells for $363K
The jersey was first found in 1959 at a Harlem Boys and Girls Club and was autographed in 2009.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Offseason grades: Mariners re-sign Naylor in winter's first big move
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Nov 18, 2025

Passan's MLB offseason preview: Every signing or trade we could see this winter
From the big-name signing to the could-be trade, Jeff Passan breaks down the winter to come.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

1B Naylor, Mariners reunite on five-year deal
First baseman Josh Naylor has signed a five-year contract to return to the Seattle Mariners, the team announced Monday, reuniting one of the best free agent bats available with the team that made re-signing him its top offseason priority.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Skaggs' mom: Angels never asked about addiction
Debbie Hetman, the mother of Tyler Skaggs, said she didn't know whether her son informed the Angels of his drug addiction but added that she was never asked.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Team USA adds Crow-Armstrong, Carroll for WBC
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and Diamondbacks right fielder Corbin Carroll were the latest players added to Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Nats' Butera got job same day he became father
Blake Butera earned two titles at the same time as his first child was born the same day the Nationals hired the 33-year-old to be the team's new manager.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Naylor, Mariners reunite on five-year deal
First baseman Josh Naylor has signed a five-year contract to return to the Seattle Mariners, the team announced Monday, reuniting one of the best free agent bats available with the team that made re-signing him its top offseason priority.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Padres re-sign Hart on $1M deal with 2027 option
Left-hander Kyle Hart, a star in the Korean Baseball Organization, is staying with the San Diego Padres, agreeing Monday to a one-year contract that includes a club option for 2027.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Padres re-sign Hart on 1-year deal with '27 option
Left-hander Kyle Hart, a star in the Korean Baseball Organization, is staying with the San Diego Padres, agreeing Monday to a one-year contract that includes a club option for 2027.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Grading bold season predictions for all 30 MLB teams
It's time to see if what we said about each club going into the season was accurate or not -- and what it means for 2026.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Hamels, Braun, Kemp among 12 new to HOF ballot
Cole Hamels, Ryan Braun and Matt Kemp are among 12 newcomers on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday, and Carlos Beltrán heads 15 holdovers after falling 19 votes shy in 2025 balloting.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

Sources: Yanks, lefty Yarbrough reach 1-year deal
The Yankees, in the market for rotation and bullpen depth, have reached an agreement to re-sign left-hander Ryan Yarbrough to a one-year deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Nov 17, 2025

From multiple A-pluses to ... a whole lot of F's: Grading bold season predictions for all 30 MLB teams
It's time to see if what we said about each club going into the season was accurate or not -- and what it means for 2026.

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

MLB offseason grades: Mariners re-sign Naylor in winter's first big move
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

Sources: Naylor, Mariners reunite on 5-year deal
First baseman Josh Naylor and the Mariners are in agreement on a five-year contract, sources told ESPN, reuniting one of the best free agent bats available with the team that made re-signing him its top offseason priority.

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

? Free agency: Passan's perfect offseason moves
Who most needs Alex Bregman? Which contender should sign Kyle Tucker? Jeff Passan digs in.

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

Awards Week: Judge, Ohtani back-to-back MVPs; Skenes, Skubal Cy Young
Baseball's best collected their hardware this week. We have everything to know about all the winners.

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

How Ohtani's five-year run compares to MLB legends
The Dodgers' two-way star is on the verge of winning his fourth MVP award in five years. Where does his run rank among the all-time best?

ESPN MLB
Nov 16, 2025

In Skaggs court case, Angels' challenges mount
Contradictions and warning signs of employee's addiction seem to imperil team's case.

ESPN MLB
Nov 15, 2025

Hernandez has surgery after Dodgers' title run
Free agent utility man Enrique Hernandez had elbow surgery Friday for an injury he played through during the Dodgers' World Series-winning run.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

Sony discusses new features, details for MLB The Show 26
MLB The Show 26 will have redefined player ratings, pitch effects, and physics.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

Congress wants MLB answers on betting scandal
Members of Congress are asking MLB for answers about the alleged betting scheme that led to the recent indictments of two Guardians pitchers.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

?? Jackie Bradley Jr. commits to Banana Ball
The Indianapolis Clowns selected Bradley Jr. at No. 1 as part of the inaugural Banana Ball draft Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

Will Tigers trade Skubal? What we learned about all 30 teams at the MLB GM meetings
From Tarik Skubal's status to the future of the Phillies' core, here are the top offseason priorities straight from every front office.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

Takeaways from the Arizona Fall League
Eric Karabell reports on his visit to Arizona and which prospects fantasy managers need to keep on the radar for 2026.

ESPN MLB
Nov 14, 2025

What we learned about all 30 teams at the MLB GM meetings
From Tarik Skubal's status to the future of the Phillies' core, here are the top offseason priorities straight from every front office.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

DeGrom, Acuna voted top comeback players
Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom was voted AL Comeback Player of the Year and Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. earned the NL honor, among other awards announced Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Dodgers' Ohtani becomes 4-time unanimous MVP
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani won his fourth MVP in five seasons, all of them in unanimous fashion, beating out the Phillies' Kyle Schwarber and the Mets' Juan Soto for the 2025 NL award.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

MLB Awards Week results: Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani win second consecutive MVPs
Baseball's best collected their hardware this week. We have everything to know about all the winners.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Ohtani unanimous NL MVP; 4th win in 5 seasons
Dodgers star Ohtani became a four-time MVP, when he captured all 30 first-place votes to win the NL award.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Yankees' Judge edges Raleigh, wins third AL MVP
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge beat out Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh to win back-to-back AL MVPs, becoming just the 13th player to win the award three or more times.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Jackie Bradley Jr., 2018 World Series champ, joins Indianapolis Clowns
The Indianapolis Clowns selected Bradley Jr. at No. 1 as part of the inaugural Banana Ball draft Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

L.A. officials seek to halt Dodger Stadium gondola
A proposal to build a gondola from downtown Los Angeles to Dodger Stadium hit some turbulence this week when the City Council voted overwhelmingly to urge transportation officials to ground the project.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

LA council votes to nix Dodger Stadium gondola
A proposal to build a gondola from downtown Los Angeles to Dodger Stadium hit some turbulence this week when the City Council voted overwhelmingly to urge transportation officials to ground the project.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Guardians' Clase pleads not guilty to pitch rigging
Cleveland Guardians star pitcher Emmanuel Clase pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that he took bribes to help gamblers win bets on his pitches.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Padres to explore options, including sale of team
Padres chairman John Seidler on Thursday said his family is in the process of exploring "strategic options" for the franchise, including selling the team.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

MLB Awards Week predictions, results: Who will win MVP Awards tonight?
Baseball's best are collecting their hardware this week. Tonight, the grandest awards are handed out.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

MLB Awards Week predictions, results: Who will win MVP tonight?
Baseball's best are collecting their hardware this week. Tonight, the grandest awards are handed out.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Skenes denies Yankees report, focused on Pirates
Paul Skenes, while accepting the NL Cy Young Award, pushed back against a report that he has told teammates he is eager to move on from the Pirates.

ESPN MLB
Nov 13, 2025

Should Judge or Raleigh win AL MVP? We weigh every type of debate -- and what it means for this year's race
The way voters see the MVP award has changed throughout MLB history. Here's how it might apply to 2025.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Reds claim Dodgers catcher Rortvedt off waivers
Backup catcher Ben Rortvedt was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Reds.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

MLB Awards Week predictions, results: Skenes, Skubal earn Cy Young Awards
Baseball's best are collecting their hardware this week. On Wednesday, it was a pair of aces from Pittsburgh and Detroit.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Rays to return to Tropicana in 2026 after repairs
The Rays announced Wednesday that they will return to Tropicana Field in April 2026 after damage caused by Hurricane Milton forced the team to play all of 2025 at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Cashman says Yankees keen to retain Bellinger
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday the team is "very interested" in bringing back free agent Cody Bellinger after acquiring him in a trade last December.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Schumaker's staff includes 2 former Rangers
Former Rangers players Rod Barajas and Travis Jankowski will be part of the coaching staff for new Texas manager Skip Schumaker.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Skubal gets repeat Cy Young; Skenes unanimous
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal became the first back-to-back Cy Young Award winner since Jacob deGrom (2018-19), while the Pirates' Paul Skenes won his first in the NL.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Boras calls for end to all prop bets in baseball
Scott Boras wants all prop betting in baseball eliminated. "We want the players' integrity never to be questioned," he said Wednesday at the GM meetings.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Guardians' Ortiz pleads not guilty to pitch rigging
Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz pleaded not guilty to charges that he and teammate Emmanuel Clase took bribes to help gamblers win bets placed on pitches they threw.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Better than the Babe? Mays? Bonds? How Ohtani's five-year run compares to MLB legends
The Dodgers' two-way star is on the verge of winning his fourth MVP award in five years. Where does his run rank among the all-time best?

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Inside the night the Dodgers became back-to-back World Series champs
After seven games and plenty of drama, the first repeat champions of this century could finally exhale.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

MLB Awards Week predictions, results: Will All-Star Game starters Skubal and Skenes win Cy Young awards?
Baseball's best are collecting their hardware this week. Tonight, it's the AL and NL's top pitchers.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

What makes Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes the best pitchers on the planet
Here's what separates the Cy Young favorites from other aces, according to those who watch them most.

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Best run ever? How Shohei Ohtani's five-year stretch compares to baseball's greats
The Dodgers' two-way star is on the verge of winning his fourth MVP award in five years. Where does his run rank among the all-time best?

ESPN MLB
Nov 12, 2025

Cubs see 'opportunity' to add to pitching staff
Cubs GM Carter Hawkins said the team, fresh off its first playoff appearance in a full season since 2018, will focus on adding to its pitching staff this winter.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Dombrowski has 'good conversation' with Harper
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said he had a long conversation with star Bryce Harper recently but wouldn't go into specifics about what the two discussed.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

DePodesta calls Rockies 'right situation' for return
Newly hired general manager Paul DePodesta called the Rockies the "right situation" for him to return to baseball after a five-year stint in the NFL.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Dodgers' Edman to have ankle surgery next week
Dodgers utility player Tommy Edman will have right ankle surgery next week but could be ready for spring training.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

GM: Respect calls, but Pirates not trading Skenes
Pirates GM Ben Cherington said he has regularly received inquiries from clubs regarding Paul Skenes' availability but reiterated that the team will not trade the ace right-hander this offseason.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Cards, Arenado on 'same page' for potential trade
Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom indicated the team is ready to move on from third baseman Nolan Arenado and also is exploring trades for pitcher Sonny Gray.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Vogt (AL), Murphy (NL) repeat as Managers of Year
Cleveland's Stephen Vogt won his second straight AL Manager of the Year award and Milwaukee's Pat Murphy repeated for the NL honor.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

MLB Awards Week predictions, results: Murphy, Vogt take Manager of the Year awards
Baseball's best are collecting their hardware this week. On Tuesday, Pat Murphy and Stephen Vogt won Manager of the Year.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Court to rule on Rays SS Franco's appeal in Dec.
Wander Franco's attorneys pushed to have the suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop's sexual-abuse conviction and sentencing overturned Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Nov 11, 2025

Mansolino to become Braves' new bench coach
Former Orioles interim manager Tony Mansolino will become the Braves' bench coach under new manager Walt Weiss rather than third-base coach.

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