Olney: The 7 things I took away from MLB spring training
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:39:24 ESTWhat did you miss at major league camps this spring while watching the World Baseball Classic? Here's what stood out to us from Florida and Arizona.
Clase, Ortiz put on unpaid non-disciplinary leave
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:48:39 ESTAs they await trial for an alleged pitch-rigging scheme, Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz were transferred to unpaid non-disciplinary leave Friday following an agreement between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association.
Dual MVP gold Judge, Ohtani card sells for $2.16M
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:24 ESTThe 2025 Topps Chrome dual MVP gold Logoman card featuring game-worn patches taken from Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani jerseys -- numbered 1-of-1 and signed on-card by the reigning MVPs -- has sold via Fanatics Collect for $2.16 million.
WBC title game ratings nearly double from 2023
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:24 ESTThis year's World Baseball Classic championship game between Venezuela and the United States was seen by 10,784,000 viewers on Fox and Fox Deportes, nearly double the viewership for Japan's victory over the U.S. in the 2023 final.
Mets experiment with pitch calls from the dugout
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTThe Mets are experimenting in spring training games with calling pitches from the dugout, following in the footsteps of the division-rival Marlins.
Profar gets full PED ban after appeal resolved
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTBraves outfielder Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after his appeal of a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs was resolved.
Blue Jays righty Yesavage to begin season on IL
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTManager John Schneider said Thursday that Trey Yesavage will begin the season on the injured list due to a shoulder impingement.
Astros LHP Sousa (oblique) to start season IL
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTAstros left-hander Bennett Sousa will begin the season on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said Thursday.
Giants' Birdsong to undergo Tommy John surgery
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTSan Francisco Giants pitcher Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the entire season.
⚾ Top breakout candidates for all 30 MLB teams
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:25 ESTFrom veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.
'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:32:00 ESTRangers outfielder Wyatt Langford has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.
How Brent Rooker overcame failure to become an All-Star slugger
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:32:00 ESTThe designated hitter struggled early in his career -- but he's now a powerhouse hitter and leader.
Where was Team USA's star closer?! How pitching restrictions rocked an otherwise epic WBC
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:49:19 ESTThe 2026 World Baseball Classic was another success story. But issues with pitcher usage are still holding it back.
Even in Team USA defeat, the World Baseball Classic is a win for all of baseball
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:49:19 ESTDespite being denied gold, Bryce Harper and the U.S. couldn't help but relish in the beauty of the WBC.
Potential busts to avoid in 2026
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:57:46 ESTWho does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve in 2026? We have the names to steer clear of when drafting your rosters.
What do the first two rounds of a perfect draft look like?
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:57:45 ESTTristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal the ideal outcome for the first two rounds.
'I'm a sucker for a challenge': Why Moneyball pioneer chose to take on Coors Field
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:00:10 ESTPaul DePodesta is back in baseball -- and he plans to fix the Colorado Rockies.
Opening Day: Schedule, matchups, previews and more
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:38:38 ESTWe have you covered on everything you need to know to get ready for the start of the 2026 season on March 25.
Which stars will represent the United States in the next WBC? Way-too-early roster predictions
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:33:45 ESTTeam 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.
WBC champs! Takeaways as Venezuela stuns Team USA
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:33:44 ESTVenezuela won its first World Baseball Classic, while the USA dropped its second straight finale.
Passan's ultimate MLB season preview: Predictions, inside intel and breakout stars for all 30 teams
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:16:37 ESTOpening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.
A 40/40 season for Soto? Handing out preseason Real or Not verdicts
Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:16:37 ESTWe determine whether these eight MLB stars can actually reach new heights in 2026.