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Jun 26, 2026

What's next for Mets after firing manager Carlos M...
Is GM David Stearns on the hot seat? Will the Mets unload at the trade deadline? We make sense of New York's continuing nightmare.

ESPN MLB
Jun 26, 2026

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The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday with the club toiling through a historically poor start.

ESPN MLB
Jun 26, 2026

Swanson vs. Bregman? A high school catcher over Re...
We break down some of the biggest decisions teams had to make at the No. 1 pick -- and whether they were the right choice.

ESPN MLB
Jun 26, 2026

Mets fire manager Mendoza after 34-47 start
The New York Mets fired manager Carlos Mendoza on Friday with the club toiling through a historically poor start.

ESPN MLB
Jun 26, 2026

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

ESPN MLB
Jun 26, 2026

Seager returns to Rangers lineup and other news fo...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

MLBPA proposes ban on prop betting, source says
As part of ongoing CBA talks with MLB, the MLBPA has proposed a ban on prop betting on individual players to help combat harassment from disgruntled gamblers, a union source told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Hoyer: Urgency for Peterson trade amid injuries
The Cubs acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets for a simple reason: They need healthy starting pitchers.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

D-backs activate Kepler after 80-game PED ban
The Diamondbacks activated outfielder Max Kepler from the restricted list Thursday following his completion of an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

'If you can't beat the weather, wear it': Dunedin ...
The Single-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays faced 24 weather delays, 10 postponements and six cancellations in 2025.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Seager rejoins Rangers after concussion IL stint
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was activated from the concussion list Thursday, while Cody Freeman was placed on the 10-day injured list with a herniated disk.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Rays' combined no-hitter broken up in 9th vs. KC
Three Rays pitchers lost their combined no-hitter against the Royals when Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

MLB wants max 5 years for FAs changing teams
As part of the next CBA with players, MLB wants a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents who are switching teams, while organizations will have the ability to keep their own players for up to 6 years, calling it a Cornerstone Player Provision.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Pirates put 1B Horwitz (hamstring) on 10-day IL
The Pirates have placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz on the 10-day injured list because of a left hamstring strain.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Caglianone hits 40 homers? Contreras brothers hit ...
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
Jun 25, 2026

Royals still waiting on Bobby Witt Jr. and other n...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

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All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Copy of Where's the love? Criminally underrated players to...
How are these guys not on your team? A quartet of underrated players that should be added to rosters.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: A No. 2 debut and a powerhouse...
As we hit the official midway point of the 2026 season with teams playing their 81st games this week, our top 10 sees a bit of a shake-up.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Ohtani 'out of sync' with catcher, rebounds for wi...
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani got the win on the mound Wednesday after overcoming a rough second inning in which he and Dalton Rushing got crossed up on a pitch that got past the catcher's glove, allowing a run to score.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Cubs' Swanson ups RBI total to 15 in Mets series
Dansby Swanson had 11 RBI in the Cubs' doubleheader sweep of the Mets, breaking the franchise record of 10 set by Hall of Famer Ron Santo on July 6, 1970.

ESPN MLB
Jun 25, 2026

Sources: Cubs acquiring LHP Peterson from Mets
The Chicago Cubs are acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Twins' Abel set for arthroscopic elbow surgery
Twins right-hander Mick Abel has been recommended for arthroscopic elbow surgery after a recent setback in his injury recovery. The timetable for Abel's return won't be determined until after the surgery.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Pirates' Horwitz exits early with hamstring injury...
Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz left in the fourth inning against Seattle with discomfort in his left hamstring Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Brewers' Uribe to serve ban month after actions
Brewers reliever Abner Uribe plans to serve his one-game suspension Wednesday night, nearly a month after Major League Baseball handed down the penalty.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Yankees put McMahon on IL with throat infection
The Yankees put infielder Ryan McMahon on the 10-day injured list due to a throat infection and recalled utility player Oswaldo Cabrera from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Cardinals elevate DeWitt to chief executive office...
Bill DeWitt III was named chief executive officer of the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday after serving as team president since 2008.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Cubs lose two starters as Brown, Cabrera to IL
Cubs right-hander Ben Brown is joining fellow righty Edward Cabrera on the sideline, as both pitchers have been placed on the 15-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Mets move scuffling Senga to bullpen after loss
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said right-hander Kodai Senga has been demoted to the bullpen and did not rule out of the possibility of left fielder Juan Soto going on the injured list after he exited Tuesday's game with back tightness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Four paws, dream opportunity: Marlins seek dog tea...
The dog had to watch another four-legged mate eat in front of it and Miami wants to do what's right.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

? Biggest strengths for top playoff contenders
For clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, here's the one thing driving their success so far.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Olney: How ABS has helped propel a left-handed-hit...
Left-handers are crushing the ball in 2026 -- and MLB's new automated ball-strike challenge system might be part of the reason why.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Where's the love? Criminally underrated players to...
How are these guys not on your team? Tristan H. Cockcroft looks at a quartet of underrated players that should be added to rosters.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Soto, Schwarber sore and more of Wednesday's news ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 24, 2026

Athletics' Gelof exits after hand spiked by cleat
Athletics infielder Zack Gelof left Tuesday night's game in the second inning with a gruesome injury after the Giants' Matt Chapman stepped on Gelof's right hand during an awkward tag play at second base.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Cubs' Cabrera injures leg, carted off field in N.Y...
Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera was carted off the field Tuesday night after injuring his left leg stretching for a throw at first base against the Mets.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Cubs' Counsell perplexed by rainout in New York
After his team got rained out two days in a row, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell sounded a little miffed about the second one in New York.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Devers apologized to Vitello: 'A misunderstanding'...
Giants first baseman Rafael Devers apologized to manager Tony Vitello and said his actions at first base in the ninth inning of San Francisco's one-run loss to Miami on Sunday are being "blown out of proportion."

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Mets watch Soto depart after 4 innings vs. Rockies...
The Mets' woeful season might have taken another turn for the worse Tuesday night when Juan Soto exited after four innings against the Cubs with back tightness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Twins GM: 'No plans' to deal All-Star OF Buxton
The Minnesota Twins have "no plans" to deal veteran All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton, the team's general manager said on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Royals' Ragans likely to have surgery on elbow
Cole Ragans is expected to undergo surgery to fix a left elbow impingement that has sidelined him since early May, Kansas City Royals manager Matt Quatraro told reporters Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Phillies scratch Schwarber due to back tightness
Major league home runs leader Kyle Schwarber was scratched with lower back tightness before the Phillies' game against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Nats' Abrams late scratch with left side tightness...
Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams was a late scratch for Tuesday night's game against Philadelphia due to left side tightness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Pirates' Griffin begins rehab at Double-A Altoona
Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin began a rehab assignment on Tuesday night with Double-A Altoona, the club announced.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Stearns: Still time for Mets to contend this seaso...
Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns said he views the Aug. 3 trade deadline as the "cut off" to decide whether to push for the playoffs or shift their focus to 2027.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Reds activate De La Cruz after 3 weeks on IL
The Reds activated Elly De La Cruz ahead of Tuesday night's game against Milwaukee after he spent just over three weeks on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Sweet Jazz? 2B's in-game lollipop bothers Boone
Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm's decision to play while enjoying a lollipop during Monday night's game left a sour taste in manager Aaron Boone's mouth.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Brewers release ex-starting 3rd baseman Rengifo
Luis Rengifo has been released by the Brewers after opening the season as their primary third baseman.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Ranking the top 100 MLB trade deadline candidates ...
Skubal to the ...? All-Star outfielders and shortstops available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Jeff Passan hands out unexpected MLB awards before...
Who has caught our attention with the most amazing -- or embarrassing moments this season? We hand out hardware, with a twist.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

First-half relief pitcher MVPs, busts and waiver w...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Jeff Passan's unexpected MLB midseason awards: Bes...
Who has caught our attention with the most amazing -- or embarrassing moments this season? We hand out hardware, with a twist.

ESPN MLB
Jun 23, 2026

Brewers' Woodruff gets 900th K in return from IL
Brandon Woodruff recorded his 900th career strikeout and took a perfect game into the sixth inning in his first start for Milwaukee since April 30.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Dodgers' Tucker exits game with low back spasms
Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker was removed from Monday's game against the Twins in the second inning because of low back spasms.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Manfred: Giants' Pride cap guidance was 'not clear...
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said in a letter to Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley that the Giants failed to properly explain to players that they were allowed to decline to wear rainbow-themed caps during the club's annual Pride Night earlier this month.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Bagpipes and baseball: Why was Scotland's Tartan Army cheering for the Miami Marlins?
After celebrating with the Red Sox, members of Scotland's famed Tartan Army marched into loanDepot park and adopted the Marlins for a night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Mets' Lindor to play at least 1 more rehab game
Francisco Lindor will play his third rehab game Tuesday for Triple-A Syracuse, at which point the Mets will assess whether to activate their shortstop from the injured list after a two-month absence because of a strained left calf.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Phillies recall RHP Rangel, reinstate LHP Backhus
The Phillies recalled right-hander Alan Rangel from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and reinstated left-hander Kyle Backhus from the 15-day injured list Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Reds expect De La Cruz to return from IL Tuesday
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz, who made three rehab starts for Triple-A Louisville, is expected to be reinstated from the injured list Tuesday after missing 19 games because of a strained right hamstring, Cincinnati manager Terry Francona said Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

White Sox's Teel off IL, will make season debut
White Sox catcher Kyle Teel, who has been on the 60-day injured list after straining his right thigh then hurting his right knee, will make his season debut vs. Cleveland, while C Edgar Quero is optioned to Triple-A Charlotte.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Free agent pickups: AL Central rookies headline th...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

MLB mock draft: Who every team should take with it...
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ESPN MLB
Jun 22, 2026

Rotation depth? Clutch hitting? Biggest strengths ...
For clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, here's the one thing driving their success so far.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Brewers' Gasser 'confident' after first win since ...
Milwaukee's Robert Gasser earned his first win since May 15, 2024 in the Brewers' 9-4 win over the Braves on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Marlins cut ties with struggling infielder Morel
The Marlins designated infielder Christopher Morel for assignment and placed slugger Liam Hicks on the injured list because of a lower back strain.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Rangers' Leiter (ankle) to IL; Seager remains out
The Rangers have placed Jack Leiter on the 15-day injured list with an ankle issue the right-hander has been battling most of the season, while star shortstop Corey Seager still isn't ready to return from a concussion.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Yankees activate Wells after 2-week absence
The Yankees activated Austin Wells from the 10-day IL after the catcher missed 2 weeks because of cervical headaches.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Elmer Rodriguez to start as Yankees give Gerrit Co...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

? Execs under most pressure at trade deadline
With the deadline Aug. 3, here are which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.

ESPN MLB
Jun 21, 2026

Buxton grand slam keys Twins' 10-run rally in 5th
Byron Buxton hit a grand slam in the Twins' 10-run fifth inning against the Diamondbacks on Saturday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Dodgers' Ohtani announces he is a father again
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani announced on social media Saturday that he is a father again, posting on his Instagram account that "we are again overjoyed to experience this wonderful day in our lives together."

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Schwarber's 3 HRs, Harper's cycle propel Phillies
Kyle Schwarber launched two long home runs in the Phillies' eight-run third inning against the Mets on Saturday night and Bryce Harper became the 11th player in franchise history to hit for the cycle.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Soroka latest D-backs starting pitcher to hit IL
The Diamondbacks lost another starting pitcher to injury on Saturday, placing right-hander Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a strained right glute.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Red Sox place Kiner-Falefa (forearm) on IL
The Red Sox placed utility infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the injured list Saturday with left forearm inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Nats' Young exits after crashing into outfield wal...
The Nationals' Jacob Young hit the left-center field wall hard with his right shoulder and head in the eighth inning and had to leave Saturday's game against the Rays.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Marlins' Hicks scratched due to back tightness
Marlins slugger Liam Hicks was scratched for their game against the San Francisco Giants on Saturday because of back tightness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Brewers' Murphy set to have hip, back surgeries
Brewers manager Pat Murphy said Saturday he plans to have hip surgery Thursday, when the team is off, and a procedure on his back during the All-Star break.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Cubs' Palencia diagnosed with mild flexor strain
Cubs closer Daniel Palencia has been diagnosed with a mild flexor strain in his right arm, manager Craig Counsell announced.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Rangers scratch Eovaldi due to knee soreness
Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi was scratched from his scheduled start against the Padres because of left knee soreness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Dodgers will need DH replacement with Ohtani out
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Is an MLB trade deadline overhaul ahead for strugg...
It has been a bumpy ride in San Francisco so far this season. Here's what it means for the Giants' deadline direction.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Could box breaking be considered gambling or a lot...
A long-standing practice in the collectibles industry is under the microscope.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Dodgers delay Smith's return from neck injury
Dodgers catcher Will Smith, who was due to return Friday, will not be activated this weekend and might not travel with the team on its road trip that begins Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

D-backs' Soroka exits after 1 with hip discomfort
Diamondbacks starter Michael Soroka left Friday's game against Minnesota after one inning with what the team called posterior left hip discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Jun 20, 2026

Schlittler fans 13, earns praise from Knicks' Hart...
Cam Schlittler was so dominant Friday night that even a member of the NBA champion Knicks thinks the tall right-hander is the top pitcher in the American League.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Ohtani (paternity) not in Dodgers' lineup vs. O's
Shohei Ohtani wasn't in the Dodgers' lineup Friday night because he is "away from the team on paternity."

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Only 2 umps on field at start of Padres-Rangers
There were only two umpires on the field in the top of the first inning when the San Diego Padres and Texas Rangers began their game Friday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

RHP Misiorowski hits 104.2 mph in Brewers' loss
Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski had another strong outing against the Braves on Friday night, topping out at 104.2 mph, but it may not have been strong enough.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Rangers option 2B Smith just days after return
The Rangers optioned second baseman Josh Smith to Triple-A Round Rock on Friday, just days after his return to the majors from missing 37 games because of injuries and a bout with viral meningitis.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Chisholm won't wear cup after foul ball to groin
Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. said Friday that he doesn't plan to start wearing a protective cup, one day after getting hit in the groin by a foul ball.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Royals' Witt out with mild MCL sprain, avoids IL
Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Cardinals with a Grade 1 MCL sprain.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Tigers' Verlander (hamstring) likely out 'weeks'
Tigers veteran right-hander Justin Verlander has a left hamstring strain and likely will be out "weeks," according to manager A.J. Hinch.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Bieber rejoins Jays, 'feeling good,' says manager
Blue Jays righty Shane Bieber rejoined the team on Friday and could be activated from the injured list in the next few days, manager John Schneider said.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Witt Jr. injured, Trout on the IL and other news f...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

What to know about MLB's draft proposal: No more h...
The league offered up a plan that would add an international draft and shake up the domestic version.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Baseball under the lights ... sort of: Alaska's un...
The Midnight Sun Game in Fairbanks, Alaska, begins at 10 p.m. during the summer solstice and has been played for over 100 years.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

'We're going to have to be open-minded': Is an MLB...
It has been a bumpy ride in San Francisco so far this season. Here's what it means for the Giants' deadline direction.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Braves acquire Bart from Pirates for Stratton
The Braves acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Pirates for right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton on Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 19, 2026

Skubal: Tigers must rise before deadline 'or else'...
Tarik Skubal has made it clear as the Tigers continue to fall further out of contention as the clock ticks down to the trade deadline: "Play better baseball or else."

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

Royals' Witt (knee) exits after making sliding pla...
Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. left the Royals' game with the Cardinals on Thursday night because of right knee discomfort after making a sliding play in the field.

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