Ready to win big -- or be a big-time disappointment? The 5 most polarizing MLB teams
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:05 ESTIs you club more likely to surprise or underachieve this season? Our experts weigh in.
World Series contender tiers: How far away from winning it all is your favorite team?
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:05 ESTCan anybody stop the Dodgers? And who will emerge in 2027, 2028, 2029 ...?
Sources: M's, Emerson agree to historic contract
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTMariners shortstop Colt Emerson, ESPN's No. 6 prospect for 2026 who has yet to play in the majors, has agreed to an 8-year, $95M extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Scuffling Raleigh comes off bench to beat Yanks
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTCal Raleigh, after going 2-for-15 with 10 strikeouts, didn't start for the Mariners on Monday but came off the bench to provide a walk-off single to beat the Yankees.
Yanks go 5-for-5 on ABS challenges; Boone irked
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTThe Yankees won all five of their challenges utilizing the automated ball-strike system during Monday night's game against the Mariners.
'Big step' for Dodgers' Sasaki after horrid spring
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTAfter a disastrous spring training, Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki showed promise in his first start of the season, limiting the Guardians to one run while striking out four.
Nats' Wiemer ties mark before on-base streak ends
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTSeven Washington batters had at least two hits, including Joey Wiemer, who tied a major league record for most consecutive plate appearances to reach base to start a season and the Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 13-2 on Monday night.
'Defeated' Verlander hit hard in return to Tigers
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTThe Diamondbacks roughed up three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander in his return to the Tigers during a 9-6 victory Monday night.
'Electric' Cabrera silences Angels in Cubs debut
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTIn his Cubs debut, Edward Cabrera pitched six crisp innings in Monday night's 7-2 victory over the Angels. The right-hander struck out five while throwing 80 pitches in the opener of a three-game series, 49 for strikes.
Reports: Brewers sign Pratt for $50M before debut
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTBrewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt agreed to terms on an eight-year, $50.75 million contract, according to multiple reports.
⚾ 2026 predictions: Playoff teams, award winners
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:07 ESTCan the Dodgers three-peat? Will Skubal and Skenes win another Cy Young? Our experts make their predictions for the 2026 baseball season.
Olney: The six rookies off to the hottest starts of 2026
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:04:51 ESTFrom Chase DeLauter to JJ Wetherholt, these young players are making an immediate impact for their teams -- and showcasing their poise while doing so.
A historic rookie class? Is Trout back? 10 things we learned from opening weekend
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:04:51 ESTFrom early trends to the most -- and least -- surprising performances, this is what stood out.
Passan: How ball-strike challenge rule is rocking baseball -- and who is using it best (and worst)
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:06:06 ESTBaseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.
ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:06:06 ESTThe challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, pitchers, catchers, teams and umpires.
Closer stock watch: Don't run from Carlos Estevez just yet
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:18:57 ESTEverything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.
Free agent pickups: Don't hesitate to add Sal Stewart
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:18:57 ESTMany top rookies made a big early impression, but it's one who debuted late last season who is most available.
'Nobody has seen the best in Vladdy yet': How a dominant October took Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a new level
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:56:21 ESTToronto's slugger proved he was a superstar in the playoffs, but it was in his leadership that he really stepped up. Now, the hope is that carries over to 2026 -- and beyond.
'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:56:21 ESTThe Rangers' outfielder has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.