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Altchek, Mets doctor and TJ surgeon, dies at 68
Dr. David Altchek, who performed more than 2,000 Tommy John surgeries and was the Mets' longtime medical director, died Thursday at 68.
The 10 MLB trends that ruled the first half -- and whether they'll continue
From chaos in the AL East to emerging young sluggers, we break down the season's biggest themes and what we should expect down the stretch run.
'Sad.' 'Embarrassing.' Why players were a no-show at the MLB draft
Moving the draft to All-Star week was supposed to give it some sizzle. But none of the picks -- not one -- was in attendance.
Should we have been surprised? A look back at the season's first-half predictions
How good is our crystal ball? Before the season's second half gets underway, let's see how our first-half predictions panned out.
D-backs star Marte's home robbed during break
Police are investigating a burglary that is believed to have happened Tuesday night at a home owned by Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte.
ASG sees drop in viewers despite 1st swing-off
The MLB All-Star Game -- which featured the event's first swing-off to determine the winner -- averaged 7,185,000 viewers Tuesday night on Fox, a 3.5% decrease from the 2024 game and the second lowest for the Midsummer Classic.
Rangers 1B Burger (quad) placed on 10-day IL
Rangers first baseman Jake Burger was placed on the 10-day injured list because of a left quad strain.
Cubs icon Sandberg 'continuing to fight' cancer
Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg said he is "continuing to fight" cancer and is prioritizing time with those closest to him.
Rangers give All-Star bonus to snubbed Eovaldi
Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi, who wasn't selected as an All-Star despite posting a 1.58 ERA in the first half, was given a $100,000 All-Star bonus by the team anyway.
Betting: Top storylines for the season's second half
There is increasing interest in the AL MVP race as well as an emerging NL Rookie of the Year contender.
Frazier returns to Royals in trade with Pirates
The Royals reacquired veteran utility player Adam Frazier in an All-Star break trade with the Pirates.
Latest MLB 25 The Show update brings roster refresh, All-Star, and Draft content
Sony has rolled out a big package of upgrades for their baseball simulator.
Schwarber lifts NL in 1st ASG home run swing-off
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber made history by pulverizing three home runs on three swings in the first swing-off to decide an All-Star Game, giving the National League a win over the AL after the teams were tied through nine innings.
MLB re-creates Aaron's record 715th HR at ASG
Major League Baseball honored Hall of Famer Hank Aaron by re-creating his 715th home run through projection mapping and pyrotechnics Tuesday night.
Dump bump: Raleigh's Derby victory lifts ratings
Cal Raleigh's Home Run Derby victory gave a boost to the ratings, as viewership was up 5% from 2024, according to Nielsen ratings.
Rays, if in, get OK for playoffs in 10K-seat stadium
The Rays will play potential postseason games at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, setting up the possibility of a World Series staged in a minor league stadium.
MLB exploring players taking part in '28 Olympics
Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred and players' union head Tony Clark say plans are moving ahead to explore playing major leaguers in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Manfred defends adding Miz amid All-Star criticism
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred defended his decision to add Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski to the All-Star Game, despite criticism over the selection.
'Institutionalized collusion': MLBPA fights cap talk
Calling it "institutionalized collusion," MLBPA executive director Tony Clark said he remains opposed to a salary cap after the CBA expires following the 2026 season.
Waiver wire: Start the second half strong with these pickups
As the MLB season's second half gets ready to begin, here are the players you should claim off the fantasy waiver wire.