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In dealing for baseball's best catcher, Philadelphia boosted its NL East chances while keeping the possibility of an even bigger move on the table.

The league will make the change out of concern that the term "disabled" for injured players falsely conflates disabilities with injuries and an inability to participate in sports.

Free-agent outfielder Hunter Pence has signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers.

Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, who became MLB's first black manager and also is the only player to win the MVP in both leagues, has died at age 83.

The Phillies have acquired All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto from the Marlins as they continue to remake their offense.

The Phillies have acquired All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto from the Marlins as they continue to remake their offense.

New York Yankees reliever Zack Britton announced on social media Thursday that he is changing the spelling of his first name, dropping the "H" in favor of a "K."

Days before spring training begins, the offseason's marquee name is adding suitors instead of making his way to camp with a new team. Here's what MLB must do to repair its busted hot stove.

If -- and when -- the National League adopts the designated hitter, these dominoes will fall.

After a season-ending concussion, the Yankees outfielder just wanted peace and quiet. But his doctor had a very different idea: Turn it up to 11.

The Astros have managed to keep their talent pipeline strong, with the Angels, A's, Mariners and Rangers struggling to hang with them.

While not considered a particularly strong fit, executives from the San Francisco Giants met with free-agent outfielder Bryce Harper on Tuesday night in Las Vegas, league sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

After lingering concussion symptoms limited him to 15 major league games last year and 54 in the minors, Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier is "ready to get out there."

Right-hander Jeremy Hellickson and the Washington Nationals reportedly have agreed in principle to a $1.3 million, one-year contract.

Free agent Brad Boxberger, a former All-Star who had 32 saves for the Diamondbacks last season, has reached a deal with the Royals, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Major League Baseball says its independent investigation found no credible evidence to support claims of disparaging comments and discriminatory treatment by members of the Seattle Mariners front office.

As MLB's two biggest free-agent names remain unclaimed, there are signs clubs can afford to wait them out for a more team-friendly deal.

Everybody loves to be ahead of the curve in identifying the next up-and-coming stars. Here are some names to put on your watch list.

Small-market teams aren't watching rich teams sign all the top free agents anymore. They're watching rich teams sign all the top free agents -- at discounts.

While Minnesota has a crop of young players who aren't far from breaking out, the White Sox seem to be top heavy and the Indians are sneaky strong.