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Jun 18, 2026

Have MLB teams finally figured out how to stop the...
Have teams finally caught up to the rules changes and figured out how to defend the steal?

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

2026 MLB mock draft: Who every team SHOULD take wi...
Which shortstop goes No. 1 overall to the White Sox? Where do top college stars land? Kiley McDaniel plays GM for all 30 teams.

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

Draft buzz: Why UCLA's ace could shoot up draft bo...
What's the latest less than a month before the draft begins? We've got you covered with intel and analysis.

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers end Braves' No. 1 run
After Atlanta reigned for five weeks, the two-time defending World Series champs are back on top.

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

Scherzer scratched and other news for Thursday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 18, 2026

M's Rodríguez exits loss with hamstring spasm
Mariners outfielder Julio Rodríguez left Wednesday night's loss to the Orioles after ending the sixth inning with a strikeout.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Ohtani battles blister, sore knee in rocky outing
Pitching with a sore left knee and a blister on his right middle finger, Shohei Ohtani cruised through four innings before allowing four runs in a rocky fifth inning, but the Dodgers rallied to beat the Rays 5-4.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Brewers' Sproat leaves with hamstring cramp
Brewers pitcher Brandon Sproat left Wednesday night's win against the Guardians because of a right hamstring cramp after throwing an 0-1 pitch for a ball in the fourth inning.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Tigers' Perez hurt when resistance band hits face
Tigers outfielder Wenceel Perez was injured in a freak accident when he was hit in the the face by a resistance band in the training room following Tuesday's game against the Astros.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Brunson, Hart toss first pitches at Yankee Stadium...
Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart received loud ovations from fans at Yankee Stadium as they took the field to throw out the ceremonial first pitches before Wednesday's White Sox-Yankees game.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Phils' Painter roughed up again, then sent down
The Phillies optioned Andrew Painter to Triple A on Wednesday, a move that came after the young right-hander was roughed up in another start.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Copy of Doubters, beware: Why Brewers and Guardians keep d...
As these first-place teams battle this week, we look at what makes them perennial overachievers.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Blue Jays put Scherzer on IL with back spasms
The Blue Jays placed three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with back spasms.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Guardians OF DeLauter (rib) goes on injured list
Cleveland OF Chase DeLauter was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday because of a fractured rib on his right side, the team announced.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

MLB draft buzz: Why UCLA's ace could shoot up draf...
What's the latest less than a month before the 2026 MLB draft begins? We've got you covered with intel and analysis.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Pick up these soon-to-be breakout stars while you ...
If your lineup has been hit hard by injuries, get one of these three young stars who are showing potential.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

? Tom Glavine fears another ugly work stoppage
The union's primary spokesperson the last time baseball lost games to a labor fight sees similar signs of trouble ahead.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Mariners get Raleigh, Crawford back, lose Arozaren...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 2026

Doubters, beware: Why Brewers and Guardians keep d...
As these first-place teams battle this week, we look at what makes them perennial overachievers.

ESPN MLB
Jun 17, 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 17, 2026

Tigers' Verlander set for Comerica Park return Sun...
Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander is expected to start against the White Sox on Sunday at Comerica Park, where he has not pitched for the franchise since 2017.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Braves-Giants suspended by rain, to resume Wed.
The opening game of a three-game series between the Braves and Giants was suspended due to rain and will resume Wednesday at 2 p.m. with the Giants leading 3-2 in the second inning.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Cubs closer Palencia (elbow inflammation) to IL
The Cubs put Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list because of right elbow inflammation Tuesday, one day after he struck out the side against the Rockies.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Diamondbacks sign Korean 2-way prospect Eom, 18
The Arizona Diamondbacks and South Korean two-way prospect Jun-Sang Eom, 18, agreed on to a deal during the international signing period that includes a $1.5 million signing bonus, and the team announced the contract on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Ohtani to start Wed. with knee swelling dissipated...
Shohei Ohtani will make his scheduled start on the mound against the Rays on Wednesday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, after the two-way star left last Thursday's game in Pittsburgh with left knee inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Scoring change lands Rangers' Ahlstrom 1st MLB win...
After a scoring change in the official box score, Texas Rangers rookie left-hander Robby Ahlstrom, 26, was awarded his first MLB victory on Tuesday, four days after he pitched in a victory over the Kansas City Royals.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Reds SS De La Cruz set for rehab assignment
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz -- who has been sidelined since June 1 due to a right hamstring strain -- is expected to begin a rehab assignment on Thursday and could return to Cincinnati's lineup as early as June 23 if all goes well.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Royals' Lugo (concussion) slated to return Friday
Royals right-hander Seth Lugo threw a bullpen session Tuesday and is expected to start Friday after spending time on the concussion list.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Guardians' Ramírez undergoes surgery on hand
Guardians All-Star third baseman Jose Ramirez underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the hook of the broken bone in his left hand.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Boone talks Caballero's delay-of-game with MLB
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he's talked to MLB about Jose Caballero's deliberate approach to the plate that earned him a delay-of-game warning Sunday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Shortstop prospect Pratt, 21, called up by Brewers...
Cooper Pratt has reached the majors 2½ months after the Brewers signed the prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract, as Milwaukee promoted the 21-year-old shortstop from Triple-A Nashville on Tuesday before a three-game series with Cleveland.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

A repeat of 1994? Why Hall of Famer Tom Glavine fe...
The union's primary spokesperson the last time MLB lost games to a labor fight sees signs of trouble ahead.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

?? Alvarez overtakes Witt in AL MVP race odds
Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Copy of A repeat of 1994? Why Hall of Famer Tom Glavine fe...
The union's primary spokesperson the last time MLB lost games to a labor fight sees signs of trouble ahead.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Olney: The 12 MLB execs under the most pressure at...
With the deadline Aug. 3, here's which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

May has his day: Dustin tosses 1-hitter for Cards
Despite losing a perfect game in the seventh inning, Dustin May was thrilled after pitching a one-hitter Monday night in the St. Louis Cardinals' 3-0 victory over the San Diego Padres.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

Tigers' Keith slugs 3 HRs, upping '26 total to 4
Colt Keith hit three home runs and had six RBIs as the Detroit Tigers took down the Houston Astros 9-3 on Monday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 16, 2026

MLB cautions against writing on Pride Night hats
Major League Baseball on Monday decried the use of personal writings on any team-issued Pride Night hats, after members of the San Francisco Giants, including Landen Roupp, had Bible verses etched into their caps during Friday's loss to the Chicago Cubs.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Cubs' Crow-Armstrong hits for first cycle of 2026
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong became the first player in the majors to hit for the cycle this season.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

'Energetic' Raleigh set to return to M's Tuesday
Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, on the injured list since May 14 with a right oblique strain, is set to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Baltimore Orioles, and seems ready to improve on his .161 batting average through 41 games this year.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Pads' Marinaccio gets 3 games for Henderson HBP
San Diego pitcher Ron Marinaccio has been issued a three-game suspension and a fine for hitting Baltimore's Gunnar Henderson on Saturday, and Padres manager Craig Stammen was suspended one game and fined as well.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

De La Cruz runs bases; rehab assignment soon
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz, who has been sidelined since June 1 with a hamstring strain, ran the bases on Monday could go on a rehab assignment this weekend.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Rangers' Seager on concussion IL after collision
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, who hasn't played since being involved in a home plate collision on Thursday, has been placed on the seven-day concussion IL.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Copy of The 15 early-round MLB draft prospects to know in ...
From an SEC hitter with big-time power to a top 2027 draft prospect you've never heard of, let's rank the future major league stars to watch in Omaha.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

MLB awards: Yordan Alvarez overtakes Bobby Witt Jr...
Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Mets righty Scott (hip) latest starter to hit IL
The New York Mets are placing right-hander Christian Scott on the injured list with a hip injury Monday, in another blow to the team's starting rotation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Strider sees specialist, shut down for 4 weeks
The Braves have shut down Spencer Strider for four weeks due to elbow inflammation, but Atlanta did get some good news with the return of catcher Drake Baldwin.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Free agent pickups: Bryce Eldridge leads a (fantas...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

Two World Series contenders, two very different pa...
As L.A. and Tampa Bay battle at Dodger Stadium, we break down their rosters.

ESPN MLB
Jun 15, 2026

A 15-K Maddux! Where Jacob Misiorowski's historic ...
In case you Miz'd it, the Brewers' ace is continuing to dominate with another stellar outing Friday night. Here's what made the shutout so special.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

? Red Sox host 'Scotland Day' amid World Cup
The Tartan Army -- Scotland's supporters organization -- led a fan march from Evans Way Park to the ballpark, bagpipe music and all.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Rangers' Seager has concussion, Schumaker says
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was out of the lineup for the third straight game because he's dealing with a mild concussion, manager Skip Schumaker said.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Rockies take advantage of Vegas heat, score 23
The Rockies took advantage of a 101-degree afternoon in Las Vegas to set a franchise record for runs with 23 in Sunday's victory over the Athletics.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Royals' Pasquantino could be out up to 6 weeks
Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino had surgery on a fractured hamate bone in his right hand and could miss up to six weeks.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Braves, Strider await doc's evaluation of elbow
Spencer Strider's MRI revealed inflammation in his ailing right elbow, and the Braves won't know the next step for their right-handed pitcher until the results are viewed by Dr. Keith Meister.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Giants put reliever Winn on IL with elbow strain
The Giants have placed right-hander Keaton Winn on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain just days after he completed back-to-back-to-back outings.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Padres place Fermin on 7-day concussion IL
The Padres have placed catcher Freddy Fermin on the seven-day concussion injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Astros ace Brown to return to rotation vs. Tigers
Astros ace right-hander Hunter Brown, who hasn't pitched in an MLB game since March 31 due to a Grade 2 shoulder strain, will return to the starting rotation Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 14, 2026

Cubs' Suzuki exits early with knee discomfort
Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki left Saturday's game against the Giants with right knee discomfort, after attempting to make a catch in the bottom of the fourth inning.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Tigers' Skubal loses in return, says rust no excus...
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, making his first start since April 29, showed some rust while pitching 4 2/3 innings in a 3-1 loss to the Guardians but said, "I need to be better, plain and simple."

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Yamamoto's no-hit bid ends in 9th as Dodgers win
In front of a sellout crowd of 37,832 at Rate Field, Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto carried a no-hit bid into the ninth inning, sending the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 7-1 win over the Chicago White Sox, as the starter improved to 7-4 this season.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Royals' Ragans (elbow) has injury rehab setback
Royals left-hander Cole Ragans, who went on the injured list May 8 because of a left elbow impingement, had a setback in his injury rehab and will undergo further testing.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Bogaerts HBP, exits; O's Henderson then hit
Padres infielder Xander Bogaerts left the game for precautionary reasons after he was hit in the head by a pitch. Up big in the ninth, Padres reliever Ron Marinaccio then hit Orioles star Gunnar Henderson with a pitch, leading to an ejection.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Ramirez breaks bone in left hand as Guardians win
Cleveland Guardians veteran third baseman Jose Ramirez, 33, a seven-time American League All-Star, broke a bone in his left hand on a swing Saturday, during his team's 3-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers, and will be sidelined an indefinite period.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

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ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Guardians OF DeLauter exits with bruised rib cage
The Cleveland Guardians lost two outfielders to injuries in the first two innings of the game against the Detroit Tigers Saturday, including rookie right fielder Chase DeLauter, who suffered a bruised right rib cage after colliding with an outfield wall.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Rangers place outfielder Carter on 10-day IL
The Rangers placed outfielder Evan Carter on the 10-day injured list due to an oblique strain after he left Friday's game in the fourth inning.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Braves put Strider on IL with elbow inflammation
The Braves placed starting pitcher Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list on Saturday with inflammation in his right elbow.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Ohtani back in Dodgers' lineup after resting knee
Shohei Ohtani was back in the Dodgers' lineup for Saturday's game against the White Sox, returning from a one-game absence due to knee inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

Spencer Strider exits start early, plus other Satu...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 13, 2026

What's gone wrong for the Cubs -- and if they can ...
What a difference a month makes. Here's what's behind Chicago's swoon down the NL Central standings and what it means as trade season begins.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Tigers' Flaherty leaves start early due to left le...
Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty pitched just three innings Friday night against the Guardians before leaving his start due to left leg discomfort.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Braves pitcher Strider exits with arm soreness
Braves pitcher Spencer Strider left Friday night's start against the Mets in the fourth inning due to right arm soreness.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Astros' Alvarez hits grand slam, 2-run HR in 1st
Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam and two-run homer in the first inning for the Astros against the Royals on Friday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Mariners' Arozarena exits with apparent leg injury...
Seattle outfielder Randy Arozarena left the Mariners' game Friday night against the Nationals because of an apparent leg injury.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Misiorowski Ks 15 in complete-game, 1-hit gem
Jacob Misiorowski struck out a career-high 15 and pitched a complete-game one-hitter to lead the Brewers to a 6-0 win over the Phillies on Friday night.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Boone says Yanks don't owe Chapman an apology
One day after Boston's Aroldis Chapman repeated his belief that he's owed an apology from the Yankees for the way he was treated by the team at the end of the 2022 season, New York manager Aaron Boone said Friday that he doesn't see a need.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Brewers' Priester called back from rehab stint
Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester has been called back from his minor league rehabilitation assignment as he tries to recover from thoracic outlet syndrome.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

White Sox rookie Murakami 'coming along well'
White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is running again as part of his recovery from a right hamstring strain while left-hander Noah Schultz is scheduled for a bullpen session on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Tigers activate Jansen ahead of Cleveland series
Tigers closer Kenley Jansen, who has missed 13 games due to pelvic inflammation, was activated Friday ahead of a weekend series against the Guardians.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

A's activate SS Wilson; DH Rooker heads to IL
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson was activated off the injured list Friday, and designated hitter Brent Rooker was placed on the 10-day IL retroactive to Tuesday because of a bone bruise in his left knee.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Mets SS Lindor (calf) could return end of June
Francisco Lindor has started playing simulated games and Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns is hopeful the shortstop can return to the team by the end of June.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Ohtani not in Dodgers' lineup Friday, but avoids I...
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani was not in the Dodgers' lineup for their series opener against the White Sox on Friday, one day after he was removed from a game in Pittsburgh because of left knee inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Ohtani's knee forces early exit and other Friday n...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

The 15 early-round MLB draft prospects to know in ...
From an SEC hitter with big-time power to a top 2027 draft prospect you've never heard of, let's rank the future major league stars to watch in Omaha.

ESPN MLB
Jun 12, 2026

Real or Not: It's time to panic about these early ...
A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2026?

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Dodgers' Ohtani exits early with knee inflammation...
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani exited in the seventh inning of Thursday's win at Pittsburgh with knee inflammation, but manager Dave Roberts said the move was precautionary.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Dodgers' Will Smith out with neck inflammation
The Los Angeles Dodgers put catcher Will Smith on the 10-day injured list because of neck inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Phils add OF depth, acquire Hill from White Sox
The Phillies, seeking outfield depth after Adolis Garcia left Wednesday's game with a shoulder injury, acquired Derek Hill in a trade with the White Sox.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Chapman: If Yanks want me, GM should apologize
If the Yankees were to acquire Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman, he would like New York GM Brian Cashman to apologize to him for how his previous stint with the team ended.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Red Sox prez: Breslow safe amid 'awful' season
Red Sox president Sam Kennedy called the team's play this season "embarrassing and unacceptable," but said there's been no consideration of removing Craig Breslow from his role as chief baseball officer.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Skubal rejoins Tigers' rotation Sat. vs. Guardians...
Tarik Skubal will start Saturday's game against the Guardians, as the ace left-hander rejoins the Tigers less than six weeks after elbow surgery.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Byron Buxton hits 50 HR? Hunter Goodman breaks NL ...
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 11, 2026

Mookie Betts moonlights as guest star in Disney Jr...
Unsurprisingly, the eight-time All-Star and six-time Gold Glove winner is providing the voice for a baseball-centric character.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Two unlikely playoff contender...
While the same five teams remain in our top five for the fourth week in a row, a number of clubs are rising -- and falling -- throughout the rest of our list.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Cruz, Acuna hit the IL and more Thursday news
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Fireworks! Backflips! A cup of Jamo? What should the pitcher equivalent of bat flips be?
Why should hitters have all the fun? It's time for pitchers to have their own brand of celebrations on the mound.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Fireworks! Backflips! A cup of Jamo!? What should ...
Why should hitters have all the fun? It's time for pitchers to have their own brand of celebrations on the mound.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Hot potato! Get rid of these impostors while you c...
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at the current stats and passes judgment on which hot players need to go.

ESPN MLB
Jun 11, 2026

Ohtani rues non-challenge as LA blows 5-run lead
Shohei Ohtani cruised through the first six innings Wednesday before things unraveled in the seventh, including a missed ABS challenge that helped the Pirates rally and set the stage for a 9-8 win over the Dodgers.

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