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Sep 10, 2024

'Who doesn't want to be part of Yankees history?': Before Juan Soto hits free agency, there's work to do
Soto has the biggest decision of his life coming up. But first: October.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Pirates ace Skenes sets team rookie mark for K's
Pirates ace Paul Skenes struck out nine in a win Monday to bring his total to 151 this year, setting a franchise record for a rookie.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Domínguez promoted, finishes 1-4 in Yankees' win
The New York Yankees called up top prospect Jasson Domínguez, 21, ahead of Monday's series-opening 10-4 win over the Kansas City Royals, abruptly answering the question hovering over the club since rosters were expanded at the beginning of the month.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Getz urges White Sox to 'make best of' lost year
Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz says he's urging his players to "make the best" of the rest of a season that might end with a record number of losses.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Injured Twins Correa, Buxton working on return
The Twins could be getting closer to infielder Carlos Correa returning to the lineup, while the return of centerfielder Byron Buxton is a bit more uncertain.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Yankees finally promote top prospect Dominguez
The New York Yankees called up top prospect Jasson Dominguez, 21, ahead of Monday's series opener against the Kansas City Royals, abruptly answering the question hovering over the club since rosters were expanded at the beginning of the month.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Julio Rodríguez's new limited-edition cleats shimmer thanks to Swarovski partnership
In tribute to the Seattle Mariners star's jersey number, only 44 pairs of the crystal-covered cleats will be available for purchase.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Rangers' Rocker in line for MLB debut Thursday
The Texas Rangers plan to add pitching prospect Kumar Rocker, 24, who has a 1.96 ERA in 10 games for three different minor league teams since July 5 after coming back from Tommy John surgery in 2023, to their roster this week, and he may debut Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Mets' Blackburn (back) to skip Blue Jays series
New York right-hander Paul Blackburn, expected to come off the 15-day injured list this week as the Mets battle for a postseason berth, will not pitch in a series against the Toronto Blue Jays because of a sore lower back, manager Carlos Mendoza said.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Jones, esteemed actor and voice of Vader, dies
Actor James Earl Jones, known for his powerful voice and performances in movies that included "Field of Dreams" and "The Sandlot," has died at 93.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

Will Justin Verlander be a part of the Astros' playoff rotation?
The veteran pitcher has struggled in his return from injury, putting October starts in jeopardy.

ESPN MLB
Sep 09, 2024

P. Smith homers in 1st 3 ABs as D-backs cruise
Arizona's Pavin Smith homered in first three at-bats for his first multi-home run game and drove in a career-high eight runs, helping the slumping Diamondbacks to a 12-6 rout of the Houston Astros on Sunday night, a victory that ended a three-game skid.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Dodgers' Ohtani belts 46th HR in record-tying heat
Shohei Ohtani hit his 46th home run of the season to tie his career high and the Dodgers beat the Guardians 4-0 on a 103-degree Sunday at Dodger Stadium.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

DeGrom, Scherzer set to rejoin Rangers rotation
Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer are prepared to rejoin the Rangers' starting rotation after completing rehab assignments, manager Bruce Bochy said.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Dodgers promote left-hander Ramirez from minors
The Dodgers selected the contract of left-hander Nick Ramirez on Sunday from Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioned rookie left-hander Justin Wrobleski.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Phils place Sosa (back) on IL, recall RHP Johnson
The Philadelphia Phillies placed shortstop Edmundo Sosa on the injured list Sunday with back spasms, while right-hander Seth Johnson was recalled from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Guardians shake up pen, DFA Barlow, recall Gose
In need of reinforcements for their bullpen, the Cleveland Guardians designated right-hander Scott Barlow for assignment and recalled left-hander Anthony Gose in advance of Sunday's series finale on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Fantasy baseball Monday advice: Festa, Sanchez among top streaming options
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Monday, September 9.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

HOFer Boggs announces he has prostate cancer
Baseball Hall of Fame third baseman Wade Boggs has prostate cancer. The former member of the Red Sox, Yankees and Rays announced his diagnosis on social media.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Rays put lefty Springs on IL with elbow fatigue
The Tampa Bay Rays placed Jeffrey Springs on the 15-day injured list due to left elbow fatigue Sunday and recalled fellow left-hander Tyler Alexander from Triple-A Durham.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

In MLB clubhouses, September hype is building ... for fantasy football
As the NFL season kicks off, the chase for postseason baseball isn't the only thing bringing MLB teams together.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Braves' Merrifield fractures foot, could return soon
Braves infielder Whit Merrifield has a left foot fracture but might miss only a week.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Relief role irks Yanks' Cortes: 'Now they do this'
Nestor Cortes admitted he was "upset" over being used as a reliever in the Yankees' victory Saturday over the Cubs.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Braves' Merrifield fractures foot; could return soon
Braves infielder Whit Merrifield has a left foot fracture but might miss only a week.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Dodgers' Hernandez eyes Mon. return after scare
Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez said he is feeling much better a day after taking a pitch off his foot and is hopeful to return to the lineup Monday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 08, 2024

Rangers' deGrom stellar in likely final rehab start
Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom struck out five in four dominant innings Saturday for Double-A Frisco in his fourth and likely final rehab start.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Red Sox SS Story activated, gets start Saturday
The Red Sox activated Trevor Story off the 60-day injured list and inserted him into the starting lineup Saturday against the White Sox.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Red Sox SS Story activated, will start Saturday
The Red Sox activated Trevor Story off the 60-day injured list and inserted him into the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's game vs. the White Sox.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Schmidt off IL, tosses 4-plus innings in Yanks' win
The New York Yankees reinstated right-hander Clarke Schmidt from the 60-day injured list on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Story rejoins Red Sox for first game since April
The Red Sox activated Trevor Story off the 60-day injured list and inserted him into the starting lineup Saturday against the White Sox. He went 1 for 4.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Mets' McNeil has broken right wrist, MRI reveals
Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil has a broken right wrist and likely is out for the rest of the regular season, manager Carlos Mendoza said Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Yanks activate Schmidt from IL for start vs. Cubs
The Yankees have reinstated right-handers Clarke Schmidt and Ian Hamilton from the 60-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Shohei Ohtani's historic pursuit: Chasing 50/50 club in home runs and stolen bases
Shohei Ohtani is on track to becoming the first 50/50 player in MLB history.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Tucker activated by Astros, still not 100 percent
The Astros reinstated outfielder Kyle Tucker from the 60-day injured list Friday, over three months after he suffered a small fracture in his right shin.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Vientos walk-off HR pushes Mets' win streak to 8
Mark Vientos hit a pair of two-run homers, including a leadoff shot in the 10th inning that sent the Mets past the Reds 6-4 for their eighth consecutive victory.

ESPN MLB
Sep 07, 2024

Dodgers' Hernandez injured on HBP; IL likely
The Dodgers' Teoscar Hernandez suffered a bruised left foot after being hit by a pitch Friday night, and manager Dave Roberts said he is likely to land on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

D-backs catcher Herrera hit in head by bat, exits
Diamondbacks catcher Jose Herrera left Friday's game against the Astros after Kyle Tucker struck him with a bat on top of his head in the fifth inning.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Stone to IL as Dodgers rotation takes another hit
Dodgers right-hander Gavin Stone, who hadn't missed a start this season, was put on the IL with shoulder inflammation and won't throw for "10ish" days.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Andrus on retiring with Rangers: 'A day of joy'
Elvis Andrus signed a ceremonial one-day contract Friday to officially retire with the Rangers, the team he played for in the first 12 of his 15 seasons in the majors.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

His kind of town: Rizzo swept up by Cubs' tribute
Anthony Rizzo, who played nine seasons for Chicago before being traded to the Yankees in 2021, was "trying to hold it together" as the Cubs celebrated his return.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Astros reinstate OF Tucker (shin fracture) from IL
The Astros reinstated outfielder Kyle Tucker from the 60-day injured list Friday, over three months after suffering a small fracture in his shin.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Brewers minor league pitcher gets 56-game ban
Brewers minor league pitcher Ever Urena was suspended for 56 games following a positive test for the performance-enhancing substance stanozolol.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Yanks 'staying pat' with Verdugo over Dominguez
Yankees GM Brian Cashman said Alex Verdugo will remain in left field with the Yankees while top prospect Jasson Dominguez will stay in the minors, saying the decision gives the team "the best chance to win."

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Red Sox designate LHP Hill, 44, for assignment
The Boston Red Sox designated left-hander Rich Hill -- at 44 the oldest player in the major leagues -- for assignment on Friday and promoted one of their top pitching prospects in right-hander Luis Guerrero.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Catcher Bart activated by Pirates after IL stint
The Pirates reinstated catcher Joey Bart from the 10-day injured list Friday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Marte (ankle) rejoins D-backs after stint on IL
The Diamondbacks activated All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte from the 10-day injured list Friday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Phils put All-Star 3B Bohm (hand) on 10-day IL
The Philadelphia Phillies placed All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm on the 10-day injured list Friday because of a left hand strain.

ESPN MLB
Sep 06, 2024

Report: Mariners to retain team president Dipoto
Jerry Dipoto will return to the Seattle Mariners as president of baseball operations in 2025, The Seattle Times reported.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Pirates designate Germán day after Cubs shelling
Domingo Germán was designated for assignment by the Pirates, just less than a month after his debut with the team.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Rizzo touts love for Cubs, fans in Wrigley return
Anthony Rizzo doesn't feel a sense of closure for his first trip to Wrigley Field since getting traded to the Yankees by the Cubs three years ago -- but isn't sure he will ever need it in Chicago.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Mets activate DH Martinez from paternity list
Designated hitter J.D. Martinez, who missed the Mets' three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox this week, was activated from the paternity list Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Phillies OF Hays goes on IL with kidney infection
The Philadelphia Phillies placed outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with a kidney infection.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Chapman's bet on self yields $151M Giants deal
The Giants and third baseman Matt Chapman agreed to a six-year contract extension worth $151 million, the team announced.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

RHP Gil back for Yankees, likely starting Friday
The New York Yankees returned right-hander Luis Gil from his rehabilitation assignment Thursday and reinstated him from the 15-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Twins outfielder Kepler to IL with knee injury
The Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Max Kepler on the 10-day injured list Thursday with left patellar tendinitis.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

MLB playoff tracker: Who can clinch next, current bracket and games to watch
We have everything you need to know as the regular season reaches the homestretch, from current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Power Rankings: Top 5 changes again as season enters stretch run
The NL wild-card race is picking up steam while the AL's top teams are still battling for the best record -- and one red-hot club is trying to join the mix.

ESPN MLB
Sep 05, 2024

Giants, Chapman reach 6-year, $151M extension
The Giants and third baseman Matt Chapman agreed to a six-year contract extension worth $151 million, the team announced.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Cubs' Imanaga, 2 relievers combine for no-hitter
Chicago Cubs right-hander Shota Imanaga combined with two relievers to no-hit the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 12-0 win Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Imanaga, Cubs survive errors in combined no-no
Despite three errors, including one that was initially ruled a hit, Cubs right-hander Shota Imanaga and two relievers combined to no-hit the Pirates in a 12-0 win Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Two-time All-Star Andrus to retire with Rangers
Elvis Andrus, a two-time All-Star who hit .269 with 102 homers and 775 RBI for his career, is set to retire with his original club, the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

White Sox snap 12-game skid with win over O's
The White Sox homered three times in snapping their 12-game losing streak with an 8-1 victory over the Orioles on Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Yamamoto set to rejoin Dodgers for start on Tue.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (shoulder) will rejoin the Dodgers' rotation Tuesday, despite making only two Triple-A rehab starts. He's been sidelined since mid-June.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Boone: Yankees to get 'creative' with closer role
Manager Aaron Boone said the Yankees will consider several options at closer, Clay Holmes included, while continuing to support the two-time All-Star coming off a rough outing Tuesday vs. the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Cubs send Steele, leading starter in ERA, to IL
Left-hander Justin Steele was placed on the 15-day injured list by the Chicago Cubs because of tendinitis in his pitching elbow on Wednesday, a day after he was scratched from a start against Pittsburgh.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Welcome to Atlanta: Braves honor Ludacris with bobblehead, first pitch
Ludacris threw out the first pitch in the Atlanta Braves' match up with the Colorado Rockies at Truist Park.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Harper exits after HBP while Schwarber stays hot
Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper left Wednesday's game at Toronto after being hit on the left elbow by a pitch -- but isn't convinced it's worth taking a couple of days off to rest.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Rangers' Seager to IL; hip issue may end season
Corey Seager was put on the 10-day injured list Wednesday because of hip discomfort that could end the All-Star shortstop's third season with the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Phillies' Harper leaves after being hit in left elbow
Phillies 1B Bryce Harper left the game at Toronto on Wednesday after being hit on the left elbow by a pitch from Bowden Francis in the first inning.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Bad Bunny firm held in contempt in MLBPA dispute
Bad Bunny's sports representation firm was held in contempt Wednesday by a federal judge, who ordered it to withdraw from a new arbitration proceeding it filed against the Major League Baseball Players Association.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Rice baseball coaching legend Graham dies
Wayne Graham, who coached the Rice baseball team to seven College World Series appearances and the 2003 national championship, has died. He was 88.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Merrifield fumes over 'pathetic' pitching after HBP
Whit Merrifield, after becoming the latest Braves player to get hit by an errant fastball, blasted the "pathetic" current state of pitching in MLB, saying "something terrible is going to happen."

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

ESPN experts weigh in on playoff races, awards, more
With less than a month left to play in the regular season, here's what our experts predict will happen the rest of the way.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

'Oh my goodness': White Sox collide on error against Orioles
The White Sox error occurred in the 4th inning when multiple players collided while attempting to catch a ball.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Holmes blows major league-leading 11th save
New York veteran Clay Holmes, a two-time All-Star, blew his major league-leading 11th save on Tuesday night, allowing a grand slam to Texas rookie Wyatt Langford in a 7-4 Rangers' victory that dropped the Yankees out of first place in the AL East.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Ohtani thankful after 'special' return to Anaheim
Los Angeles star Shohei Ohtani was welcomed back warmly in his first official game back in Anaheim, California, save for some sparse boos along the way, during the first-place Dodgers' 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Joyce's 105.5 mph heater is fastest in MLB in '24
Angels rookie reliever Ben Joyce threw a 105.5 mph fastball on Tuesday night that was the fastest pitch in the majors this season.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Boone swats closer question after Holmes loses
New York veteran Clay Holmes, a two-time All-Star, blew his major league-leading 11th save on Tuesday night, allowing a grand slam to Texas rookie Wyatt Langford in a 7-4 Rangers' victory that dropped the Yankees out of first place in the AL East.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Wyatt walk-off: Langford grand slam dooms Yanks
What's already been a landmark 2024 for Caitlin Clark got even better Wednesday, as the Indiana Fever qualified for the playoffs for the first time since 2016, ending the franchise's seven-year postseason drought that tied for the longest in WNBA history.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Schwarber again hits 3 homers in Phillies' win
Kyle Schwarber's third homer of Tuesday night's game was a go-ahead, three-run drive in the ninth inning as the Phillies rallied past the Blue Jays 10-9.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Lindor adds to MVP case with 30th HR in Mets win
Francisco Lindor came through again Tuesday with two big hits that earned him MVP chants in New York as the Mets stayed hot with a win over Boston.

ESPN MLB
Sep 04, 2024

Judge signs off on DSG's deals with NBA, NHL
A federal judge approved Diamond Sports Group's deals with the NBA and NHL on Tuesday, but the development came with strong pushback from MLB.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Rangers shut down RHP Gray, Mahle likely finished
Texas Rangers right-hander Jon Gray is done for the season after going on the injured list Tuesday with a bothersome right foot issue.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

D-backs activate Walker (oblique); Gurriel on IL
The Arizona Diamondbacks activated slugger Christian Walker from the 10-day injured list but also will be without outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. due to a calf injury when they face the host San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Cole feels OK, Yankees take 'big sigh of relief'
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole can't really explain what caused the cramping in his right calf that forced him out of his last start, but the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner told reporters on Tuesday that there was no soreness and no issues.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Stearns on Lindor's year: 'Up there with anything'
Mets president David Sterns said Francisco Lindor is having "perhaps the greatest individual position player season" in the history of the franchise.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Umpire Mahrley out another week with concussion
Umpire Nick Mahrley will miss a second week after after sustaining a concussion during an Aug. 25 game at Yankee Stadium.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Cubs lefty Steele has elbow soreness; avoids IL
An MRI Tuesday showed positive signs for Cubs lefty Justin Steele, though he still has "symptoms." Chicago is keeping him off the IL for now.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

MLB September predictions: ESPN experts weigh in on playoff races, awards, more
With less than a month left to play in the regular season, here's what our experts predict will happen the rest of the way.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

MLB September predictions: Playoff races, MVP, Cy Young, and more surprises
With less than a month left to play in the regular season, here's what our experts predict will happen the rest of the way.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

'It doesn't sound that difficult, right?' How the Rangers became latest defending champ to fall short of repeat
Texas came into the season with high hopes of going back-to-back. Instead, the Rangers enter the final month with little left to play for. Here's where it all went wrong.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Cubs lefty Steele has elbow soreness; return TBD
Cubs starter Justin Steele missed Tuesday's game with elbow soreness, and it is unclear how much time the lefty will miss.

ESPN MLB
Sep 03, 2024

Yankees' Cole exits with cramping in right calf
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole exited his start at Texas with a right calf cramp after throwing his warmup pitches in the seventh inning Monday night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

Tatis, 'an absolute presence,' back with Padres
San Diego veteran right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., who hadn't played since June 21 due to a stress reaction in his right thighbone, was activated off the 60-day injured list on Monday and hit second in the Padres' 3-0 win over the Detroit Tigers.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

White Sox lose record 20th-straight Flexen start
The White Sox had their latest skid extended to 11 games with a 13-3 rout at the hands of the Orioles on Monday, the 20th straight loss in which Chris Flexen started to set a big league mark for most consecutive losses in a pitcher's starts.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

Senga, pursuing Mets return, open to reliever role
Kodai Senga hopes to pitch again for the New York Mets this season -- perhaps even as a reliever -- if they are still in the playoff race when he's eligible to return from the 60-day injured list on Sept. 25.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

DeGrom (elbow) could pitch Saturday for Rangers
Veteran starter Jacob deGrom likely will make his fourth rehab start Saturday in his comeback from elbow surgery, though the two-time Cy Young Award winner said his return to the Texas Rangers after more than 16 months could be an option that night.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

Tatis returns to Padres in time for playoff push
Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., who hadn't played since June 21 due to a stress reaction in his right thighbone, was activated off the 60-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

Twins OF Buxton sent out for Triple-A rehab stint
The Minnesota Twins sent veteran outfielder Byron Buxton on a rehab assignment to Triple-A St. Paul on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Sep 02, 2024

Adames extends HR streak, ties Brewers' record
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames extended his home run streak to five games to tie a team record with a three-run shot vs. the Cardinals.

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