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Manfred: MLB ready to step in for FanDuel TV

January 8, 2026 - 10:28am
Major League Baseball is prepared to produce and distribute local broadcasts for teams whose telecasts are uncertain this season because of the financial problems of the FanDuel Sports Network regional networks.

MLB midwinter Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year

January 8, 2026 - 4:50am
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings now that we're midway through the offseason.

The bizarre world of MLB arbitration -- and the ace whose record raise could rock the system

January 8, 2026 - 4:18am
Baseball's unique offseason contract process is built on comps. Enter the pitcher who is beyond comparison.

Graterol, Garrett and Wesneski avoid arbitration

January 7, 2026 - 9:37pm
Brusdar Graterol, Braxton Garrett and Hayden Wesneski agreed to one-year contracts to avoid arbitration.

Sources: Rockies, Lorenzen agree to $8M contract

January 7, 2026 - 7:24pm
Right-hander Michael Lorenzen and the Rockies are in agreement on a one-year, $8 million contract that includes a club option, sources told ESPN.

Sources: Cubs, Marlins close to Cabrera trade

January 7, 2026 - 9:30am
The Cubs are finalizing a trade to acquire pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Marlins, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Who are MLB's top young stars? Ranking baseball's best players at every age from 16 to 25

January 7, 2026 - 5:03am
Julio Rodriguez or Bobby Witt Jr.? Roman Anthony or Jackson Chourio? We rank baseball's best by birth year.

A's denied 'Athletics' trademark ahead of LV shift

January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names "Las Vegas Athletics" and "Vegas Athletics." The club currently plays in Sacramento, but intends to move to Nevada in 2028.

Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil

January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.

Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto

January 6, 2026 - 1:25pm
The Toronto Blue Jays introduced Kazuma Okamoto, their latest marquee addition Tuesday, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the 29-year-old infielder might fit into the team's defensive plans.

Red Sox, Crawford reach deal, avoid arbitration

January 6, 2026 - 9:23am
Right-hander Kutter Crawford, who missed all of last season with knee and wrist injuries, avoided arbitration with the Red Sox after reaching a $2.75M deal.

Our latest MLB offseason intel: Which top free agent will sign next? Is a blockbuster trade brewing?

January 6, 2026 - 5:16am
Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.

Japanese star Imai aims to win title with Astros

January 5, 2026 - 2:30pm
Tatsuya Imai made his intentions clear with his first few words during an introductory news conference with the Houston Astros on Monday.

Vogelbach returning to Brewers as hitting coach

January 5, 2026 - 9:43am
Former Milwaukee Brewers player Daniel Vogelbach is returning to the organization as a hitting coach on manager Pat Murphy's staff.

Phillies hire Mattingly as Thomson's bench coach

January 5, 2026 - 7:33am
The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Dodgers and Marlins manager Don Mattingly as a bench coach on Rob Thomson's staff.

Posting period expires for Japan's Takahashi

January 4, 2026 - 4:00pm
Japanese pitcher Kona Takahashi did not reach an agreement with an MLB team before his posting period expired, so his rights remain with the Saitama Seibu Lions.

Royals extend manager Quatraro through 2029

January 4, 2026 - 12:31pm
Royals manager Matt Quatraro, who went 82-80 last season, has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Kansas City through 2029.

Source: Yanks, DeJong agree to minor league deal

January 4, 2026 - 9:24am
The Yankees and veteran infielder Paul DeJong have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, a source confirmed to ESPN.

The Pope, the Super Bowl and YouTube influencers: The wildest sports bets in 2025

January 4, 2026 - 3:37am
You win some, you lose some ... or you win a lot, lose a lot. Inside the craziest bets the books saw last year.

Sources: Jays, Japanese 3B Okamoto reach deal

January 3, 2026 - 10:46am
The Blue Jays and Japanese third baseman Kazuma Okamoto are in agreement on a free agent contract, sources told ESPN.

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