'It's going to be a huge focus': Teams are dialing in on pitch tipping in 2026
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 07:37:03 ESTWith a new rule already in place, MLB front offices are cracking down on another tiny way to get an advantage.
Sources: Conforto, Cubs reach minor league deal
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTFree agent outfielder Michael Conforto, who hit just .199 for the Dodgers last season, has agreed to a minor league deal with the Cubs, sources told ESPN.
O's add Estrada for depth after Westburg injury
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTThe Orioles signed veteran Thairo Estrada to a minor league deal in a move that adds infield depth with third baseman Jordan Westburg out at least through April.
Newly discovered T206 Wagner sells for over $5M
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTA recently discovered 1909 Sweet Caporal T206 Honus Wagner card, considered the Mona Lisa of sports cards, has sold at auction for $5.124 million.
Guardians agree to minors deal with 1B Hoskins
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTThe Guardians have agreed to a minor league deal with first baseman Rhys Hoskins.
Twins' Ryan gets MRI, has inflamed lower back
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTTwins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.
Mazeroski, known for 1960 WS walk-off HR, dies
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTBill Mazeroski, the Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards for his steady work in the field and the hearts of countless Pirates fans for his historic walk-off home run in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.
Yankees' Judge slugs 2 HRs, 'excited' about WBC
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTYankees slugger Aaron Judge hit two homers in his spring debut Saturday as he gears up for next month's World Baseball Classic with Team USA.
Cactus cameo: Dodgers play Ohtani before WBC
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTShohei Ohtani played for the first time in what is expected to be only a couple of Cactus League games for the Dodgers before he departs to join Japan for the World Baseball Classic.
✍️ Handing out offseason grades for all 30 teams
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:54:28 ESTNow that spring training and preparation for the 2026 season are underway, let's hand out offseason report cards for every club.
Kings of the hot corner: Buster Olney ranks baseball's best third basemen
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:39:07 ESTWhere do Jose Ramirez, Alex Bregman and Manny Machado fit among the top 10 at the position?
Who's the best second baseman in MLB? Olney ranks the top 10
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:39:07 ESTDoes Ketel Marte's offense put him on top? Here's how our list shakes out.
MLB.TV on ESPN: Subscription cost, game coverage, more facts
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:16:56 ESTESPN is the home of MLB.TV! Learn how to sign up for a subscription, watch your favorite games and take full advantage of this exciting product now.
2026 MLB draft rankings 1.0: Which college star is No. 1 on our list?
Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:55:21 ESTWe rank the top draft candidates now that a new college baseball season is underway.
Win projections for all 30 MLB teams -- and how the offseason changed expectations
Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:50:51 ESTFans love a big splash but don't always get one. Here's what some non-moves mean for each team's forecast.
Passan: No union president -- in a CBA year? What's next for MLBPA after Tony Clark shocker
Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:55:44 ESTWith labor negotiations ahead, losing the union president is a shock. But the MLBPA has an opportunity to come out of this stronger.
All 20 uniform sets for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, from Japan to Team USA
Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:53:58 ESTEach nation will have a white home jersey as well as an away jersey of a solid base color.
Nine tips to help you win your league
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:42:45 ESTNine tips to use during the fantasy baseball season, from trade strategies to how to value rookies and closers
Fantasy draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:42:45 ESTAll the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.