U.S. averts WBC disaster, advances with Italy win
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:26:31 ESTTeam 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.
D-backs' Carroll (hand) hitless in spring debut
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTDiamondbacks 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.
White Sox catcher Teel likely to miss 4-6 weeks
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTWhite 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.
After Arozarena rant, Raleigh says 'there's no beef'
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTCal Raleigh said there's "no beef" between him and Mariners teammate Randy Arozarena, who unleashed an expletive-laced screed after the catcher declined to dap him up before an at-bat in the United States' World Baseball Classic game against Mexico.
O's Mountcastle exits after taking pitch off hand
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTOrioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle was hit on the right hand by a pitch and left Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates.
Astros closer Hader to open season on injured list
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTAstros 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.
Mets' Lindor '100% optimistic' about Opening Day
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTMets shortstop Francisco Lindor said he's "100% optimistic" he'll be ready for Opening Day after returning to action Tuesday for the first time since undergoing surgery.
Reds' Greene to have surgery, targets July return
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTReds ace Hunter Greene will have an arthroscopic procedure Wednesday to remove bone chips from his right elbow and is not expected to return until July.
Cora praises Durbin as Red Sox still to name 3B
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTRed Sox manager Alex Cora hasn't yet committed to Caleb Durbin as his every-day third baseman, but he's warming up to the idea as the trade acquisition gets more reps.
⚾ Ranking the positions: Best and worst for 2026
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:29:45 ESTFrom "Generation Shortstop" to a power position that has lost its pop, here's how every area stacks up for 2026.
30 MLB teams, 30 breakout stars: The players who will make the biggest leap in 2026
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:18:21 ESTFrom veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.
'Man, just please come back safe': What it's like for an MLB team when its stars are in the WBC
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:14:03 ESTWhile its top players are out taking on the world, we checked in on life back at home during spring training.
From college QB to Team USA starter in the WBC: The incredible rise of Nolan McLean
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:14:04 ESTEight starts into his MLB career, the Mets' budding ace is making himself at home in the U.S. rotation.
Former cadets Skenes and Jax help Air Force baseball team attend USA-Mexico
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:09:41 ESTPaul Skenes and Griffin Jax played for the Air Force baseball team on their respective journeys to the major leagues and Team USA.
Livvy Dunne puts spin on Paul Skenes' viral smirk to Bobby Witt Jr. play vs. Mexico
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:09:41 ESTBobby Witt Jr.'s play resulted in a viral smirk from Skenes -- one that caught the attention of his girlfriend.
Kings of Command: Nine fantasy breakout pitchers to draft late
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:53:59 ESTWhich overlooked pitchers have the skills to come up with a big season? Tristan H. Cockcroft presents his annual look at MLB's "Kings of Command."
Eric Karabell's 'Do not draft' list
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:53:59 ESTKarabell identifies the players unlikely to be on his roster this season.
MLB Rank 2026: Ranking baseball's top 100 players
Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:34:46 ESTFrom star sluggers like Ohtani and Judge to top pitchers like Skubal, we rank -- and make predictions for -- the best players in baseball right now.