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Mar 18, 2026

Jays' Berríos won't be ready for start of season
Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos won't be ready for the start of the season after being diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right elbow.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Even in Team USA defeat, the World Baseball Classic is a win for all of baseball
Denied gold by a Venezuelan team that symbolized the event at its best, Bryce Harper and the U.S. couldn't help but relish in the beauty of the WBC.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Jackson Chourio, Roman Anthony among must-draft players
Which players are Tristan H. Cockcroft higher on than most? Here's a list of 20 names to keep in mind when drafting your 2026 rosters.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

'I'm a sucker for a challenge': Why Moneyball pioneer chose to take on Coors Field
Paul DePodesta is back in baseball -- and plans to fix the Colorado Rockies.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Cole set for 1st spring outing since Tommy John
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is set for his spring training debut in the latest step in the New York right-hander's recovery from Tommy John elbow surgery.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

U.S. laments another WBC loss as star offense lags
Team USA, boasting one of the most talented rosters ever assembled, failed to live up to its billing Tuesday night and could only watch as Venezuela celebrated its first World Baseball Classic championship.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Venezuela outduels USA to capture first WBC title
Venezuela won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from Bryce Harper's tying home run in the eighth inning to beat the United States 3-2 Tuesday night on Eugenio Suárez's go-ahead double in the ninth.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

A 40/40 season for Soto? Handing out preseason Real or Not verdicts
We determine whether these eight MLB stars can actually reach new heights in 2026.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

WBC champs! Takeaways as Venezuela stuns Team USA
Venezuela won its first World Baseball Classic, while the USA dropped its second straight finale.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Venezuela outduels USA to capture 1st WBC title
Venezuela won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from Bryce Harper's tying home run in the eighth inning to beat the United States 3-2 Tuesday night on Eugenio Suárez's go-ahead double in the ninth.

ESPN MLB
Mar 18, 2026

Which stars will represent the United States in the next WBC? Way-too-early roster predictions
Team USA just lost to Venezuela -- but the future is still bright. Here's who could play for the U.S. in the next World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Venezuela outlasts USA to win first World Baseball Classic championship
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ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Reports: Kahnle, Red Sox reach minor league deal
Relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle and the Red Sox have agreed to a minor league contract, according to multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Follow live: Venezuela takes on USA in World Baseball Classic championship
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ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Ohtani set for spring training pitching debut Wed.
Shohei Ohtani is scheduled to make his first pitching appearance in spring training Wednesday for the Dodgers against the Giants.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki has minor knee sprain; IL stint TBD
The Cubs say Seiya Suzuki suffered a minor ligament sprain in his right knee during the WBC and will be evaluated this week before they determine whether he will go on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki has minor knee strain; IL stint TBD
The Cubs say Seiya Suzuki suffered a minor ligament strain in his right knee during the WBC and will be evaluated this week before they determine whether he will go on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Closer Miller available for Team USA in WBC final
All-Star closer Mason Miller will be available for Team USA in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic vs. Venezuela, manager Mark DeRosa said.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Cole set for 1st spring outing since TJ surgery
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is set for his spring training debut in the latest step in the New York right-hander's recovery from Tommy John elbow surgery.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

White Sox RHP Vasil to have Tommy John surgery
After leaving a spring training start Saturday with elbow soreness, the White Sox said RHP Mike Vasil is set for season-ending Tommy John surgery.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Amid turmoil back home, Team Venezuela savors WBC moment
As Venezuela grapples with an uncertain future, this WBC has given fans something to rally around.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

From college QB to Team USA starter in the WBC final: The incredible rise of Nolan McLean
Eight starts into his MLB career, the Mets' budding ace is making himself at home next to Paul Skenes in the U.S. rotation.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Odds: United States favored to beat Venezuela in final
The final game of the World Baseball Classic is set, with Team USA favored to beat Venezuela.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

USA or Venezuela? Predictions, keys to the game for the WBC final?
Who will win Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game? We have you covered with predictions, live updates and takeaways.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

ESPN's final points-league mock draft for 2026
Check out the results of our final fantasy baseball head-to-head points mock draft of 2026, featuring round-by-round picks and a snapshot of the rosters of all 10 teams.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Japan manager Ibata to step down after WBC loss
National team baseball manager Hirokazu Ibata said he will step down after Japan's 8-5 loss to Venezuela in Miami in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Mar 17, 2026

Venezuela rallies past Italy to make first WBC final
Venezuela rallied from an early deficit to knock off Team Italy and set up a date with the U.S. in the country's first World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

The WBC final is set! Takeaways from Venezuela's win over Italy
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ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Follow live: Italy takes lead over Venezuela in WBC semifinal
We've got you covered with predictions, live updates and takeaways from the second semifinal in Miami.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Guardians 3B Ramírez (shoulder) day-to-day
Guardians third baseman Jose Ramírez appears to have avoided major injury and is considered day-to-day after leaving Sunday's spring training game against the Athletics because of a sore left shoulder, manager Stephen Vogt said Monday.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Suzuki back with Cubs, undergoes MRI on knee
Seiya Suzuki was back at spring training with the Cubs on Monday and went for an MRI on his right knee that he injured while playing for Japan in the World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

High heat: Temps see Cactus League tweak times
Bringing the heat in spring training is supposed to be about hard-throwing pitchers, not triple-digit temperatures like those that will impact Major League Baseball spring training games in Arizona for several days this week.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Phils' Rojas suspended 80 games for PED violation
Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas was suspended for the first 80 games of the season by Major League Baseball on Monday following a positive test for the performance-enhancing substance Boldenone.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Padres say Miller's availability for WBC final TBD
Padres manager Craig Stammen said a decision on the availability of All-Star closer Mason Miller for Team USA's upcoming World Baseball Classic championship game Tuesday is to be determined.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Padres' Musgrove likely to open season on IL
San Diego Padres starter Joe Musgrove is expected to open this season on the injured list while still working to come back from Tommy John surgery that kept him from pitching last year.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Italy changes plan, to start Nola vs. Venezuela
Aaron Nola will start Monday night's World Baseball Classic semifinal for Italy against Venezuela rather than Michael Lorenzen.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Yamamoto to start for Dodgers in season opener
World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto will start another season opener for the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 26 against Arizona.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Real or Not: These 8 MLB stars can reach new heights in 2026
We determine whether these stars can actually reach a new level in the season ahead.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Robot umps on checked swings moving to Triple-A
Major League Baseball's experiment of a robot umpire technology system allowing challenges to checked swing calls is moving up from Class A to Triple-A.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

'We needed this': Amid turmoil back home, Team Venezuela savors WBC moment
As Venezuela grapples with its future, this World Baseball Classic has given fans something to rally around.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Ohtani sets another record? A 40/40 season for Soto? Handing out preseason Real or Not verdicts
We determine whether these eight MLB stars can actually reach new heights in 2026.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Who will face the U.S. in the WBC final? Keys, X factors for Italy-Venezuela
We've got you covered with predictions, live updates and takeaways from the second semifinal in Miami.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

D.R. frustrated by blown call, but 'part of the game'
Two hours after a blown ball-strike call ended the Dominican Republic's World Baseball Classic, players emerged from the team's clubhouse with smiles, music and a message.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Takeaways from Team USA's thrilling WBC semifinal win over Dominican Republic
A star-studded World Baseball Classic showdown lived up to the hype. Here's how the U.S. moved on to the final.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Team USA stifles D.R.'s offense to make WBC final
The United States held the Dominican Republic's vaunted offense in check to advance to the World Baseball Classic final with a 2-1 victory.

ESPN MLB
Mar 16, 2026

Guardians' Ramírez jams shoulder on slide, exits
Guardians third baseman José Ramírez left Sunday's spring training game against the Athletics with a sore left shoulder after jamming it sliding into third base, manager Stephen Vogt said.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Follow live: USA looking to book spot in WBC final after Henderson, Anthony homers
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ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

'Banana Brees': Former Saints QB Drew Brees and Tyler Shough take in Savannah Bananas
Brees and Shough made appearances during the Savannah Bananas exhibition games at the Caesars Superdome, the home of the Saints.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Follow live: Dominican Republic scores first in semifinal game on Junior Caminero's home run
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ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Giants near-perfect vs. Brewers; Birdsong ailing
The San Francisco Giants were an out away from a perfect game and a strike away from a no-hitter before they were broken up by the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday in a spring training game.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

MLBPA: Work stoppage might affect Olympic play
A work stoppage that leads to canceled games during the 2027 Major League Baseball season could disrupt plans under discussion to have big league players participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Get ready for Team USA-Dominican Republic WBC showdown! Who has the edge, keys and more
Who will win Sunday's star-studded World Baseball Classic semifinal? We've got you covered with players to watch, live updates and postgame takeaways.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Mets' Lindor has hit in post-surgery spring debut
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor made his spring training debut on Sunday, going 1 for 3 with a run scored in his first game back after Feb. 11 hand surgery.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Rangers giving ball to Eovaldi for Opening Day
Veteran right-hander Nathan Eovaldi, who posted a career-best 1.73 ERA in 22 starts in 2025, will again be the Opening Day starter for the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

? Top breakout candidates for all 30 MLB teams
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

This is going to be EPIC: Who has the edge in WBC showdown?
Who will win Sunday's star-studded World Baseball Classic semifinal? We've got you covered with players to watch, live updates and postgame takeaways.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Venezuela KO's defending champ Japan from WBC
Wilyer Abreu hit a go-ahead, three-run shot in the sixth, and Venezuela rallied to stun defending champion Japan to advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC loss
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC defeat
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Mar 15, 2026

Italy tops P.R., rides magical WBC run into semis
Italy continued its charmed run through the World Baseball Classic, earning a spot in the semifinals after dispatching Puerto Rico 8-6.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC game
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

Langeliers homers 3 times in spring training game
Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers homered in all three of his three plate appearances in a spring training game Saturday against the Royals.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

Angels' Stephenson out with another elbow injury
Los Angeles Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson has another elbow injury and the reliever will be examined by orthopedist Dr. Keith Meister.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

From Team Japan to MLB stars: Who could be next to make the jump?
The World Baseball Classic has given fans a chance to see Japan's best players before they hit the majors. Here's who to keep an eye on this year.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

Brewers' Priester to miss at least first month
Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester expects to miss at least the first month of the season as he recovers from a nerve issue.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

U.S. swaps Kershaw with Hoffman for WBC semis
Clayton Kershaw will not be on the United States roster for the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with the retired pitcher being replaced by reliever Jeff Hoffman.

ESPN MLB
Mar 14, 2026

U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.
The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada on Friday night, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Wells hits 3-run HR as D.R. routs South Korea
Austin Wells hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning against South Korea that ended the 10-0 game under a World Baseball Classic rout rule.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

D-backs' Moreno to undergo testing on forearm
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo says catcher Gabriel Moreno was a late scratch from Friday's game against the Kansas City Royals because of right forearm tightness.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Follow live: United States takes on Canada in World Baseball Classic quarterfinal
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ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

A's club 3 straight HRs on 3 pitches vs. Padres
The Athletics' Henry Bolte, Breyson Guedez and Nick Kurtz took Padres starter Michael King deep on three straight pitches during Friday's Cactus League game in Mesa, Arizona.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Jays' Berríos not throwing, to visit elbow specialist
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos is going to see a specialist due to inflammation in his right elbow.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Rangers add bullpen depth by signing LHP Beeks
The Texas Rangers added some bullpen depth on Friday by signing lefty reliever Jalen Beeks to a one-year deal worth $1.6 million.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Brewers' Priester to miss at least 1st month
Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester expects to miss at least the first month of the season as he recovers from a nerve issue.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Let's rank the eight teams left in the World Baseball Classic
We're down to eight. Here's what we've learned -- and who has impressed us most -- as we enter the quarterfinals.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Reds' Ferguson dealing with mild oblique strain
Cincinnati Reds reliever Caleb Ferguson is dealing with an oblique strain and isn't expected to be available for the start of the season.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Cheat sheet 2026: Sleepers, busts, rookies and closers
You've read their names all preseason long, it'd be a shame to forget them on draft day. The ESPN Cheat Sheet is one way to make sure that doesn't happen.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Bat flips and home run trots: How Dominican Republic sluggers are lighting up WBC
In this World Baseball Classic, one team might be having more fun than any other.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Is the USA No. 1? Can anyone beat D.R.? Reranking the remaining World Baseball Classic teams
We're down to eight. Here's what we've learned -- and who has impressed us most -- as we enter the quarterfinals.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Passan's ultimate MLB season preview: Predictions, inside intel and breakout stars for all 30 teams
Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.

ESPN MLB
Mar 13, 2026

Red Sox sign LHP Coulombe to 1-year deal
The Red Sox signed left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year contract.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Brewers say Priester (wrist) to open year on IL
The Milwaukee Brewers' rotation will be without right-hander Quinn Priester for the start of the regular season because of an ongoing wrist issue.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

DeRosa: 'New lease on life' for Team USA at WBC
Team USA manager Mark DeRosa says he's happy his squad has a "new lease on life" at the World Baseball Classic after prematurely stating his team had reached the quarterfinals.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

No Canada: Hughes hypes up Team USA for WBC
Jack Hughes, who scored the golden goal vs. Canada in the Winter Olympics, sent "a nice little fire-up message" to Team USA ahead of its WBC quarterfinal vs. Canada.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Cubs pick Boyd to start Opening Day vs. Nats
Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd will start on Opening Day against the Washington Nationals, manager Craig Counsell announced on Thursday.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Projecting all 30 MLB teams based on how busy -- or passive -- they were this winter
Fans want a big offseason splash. But does staying the course actually lead to better results?

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Judge card sets modern mark with $5.2M sale
A 2013 Aaron Judge one-of-one signed card sold for $5.2 million, eclipsed the previous record of $3.936 million for a 2009 Mike Trout card.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

? Top breakout candidates for all 30 teams
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Kings of Command: Nine breakout pitchers to draft late
Which overlooked pitchers have the skills to come up with a big season?

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

The players Eric Karabell wants on his 2026 fantasy teams
Eric Karabell wants these guys on his 2026 fantasy teams. You should too.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Olney: Inside Caminero's dominant WBC debut -- and what it means for his Rays future
The young star is thriving on the international stage, earning the admiration of his Dominican Republic teammates and setting himself up for a strong 2026 campaign.

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

Does 'running it back' work? What to expect from all 30 MLB teams based on how busy they were this winter
Fans want a big offseason splash. But does staying the course actually lead to better results?

ESPN MLB
Mar 12, 2026

What it's like for an MLB team when its stars are in the WBC
While its top players are out taking on the world, we checked in on life back at home during spring training.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

U.S. averts WBC disaster, advances with Italy win
Team USA advanced out of pool play in the World Baseball Classic and will face Canada on Friday in the tournament's quarterfinals, averting a disastrous flameout thanks to Italy's 9-1 victory against Mexico on Wednesday night.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

D-backs' Carroll (hand) hitless in spring debut
Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll made his spring training debut Wednesday, going hitless in his first at bats since he had surgery to repair the hamate bone in his right hand Feb. 12.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

MLB Rank 2026: Ranking baseball's top 100 players
From star sluggers like Ohtani and Judge to top pitchers like Skubal, we rank -- and make predictions for -- the best players in baseball right now.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

Ranking MLB positions: Which spots on the diamond have the most projected production?
From "Generation Shortstop" to a power position that has lost its pop, here's how every area stacks up for 2026.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

O's Mountcastle exits after taking pitch off hand
Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle was hit on the right hand by a pitch and left Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

White Sox catcher Teel likely to miss 4-6 weeks
White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after suffering a right hamstring strain during Italy's win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

ESPN MLB
Mar 11, 2026

Astros closer Hader to open season on injured list
Astros closer Josh Hader, who has been dealing with biceps inflammation, will open the season on the IL. Bryan Abreu will serve as closer until Hader returns.

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