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Sources: MLB, union talk major rule changes
MLB and the MLB Players Association are discussing potentially drastic rule changes, sources told ESPN. A three-batter minimum for pitchers, a universal DH and a 20-second pitch clock are among the items discussed.
Lee Smith 'still in awe' after touring Baseball HoF
Lee Smith had seen the Hall of Fame several times. This visit was completely different. "I'm still in awe," Smith said after the tour Tuesday, in preparation for his July induction.
Astros' Correa, Rays' Pham win arbitration cases
Astros shortstop Carlos Correa, who made $1 million last year, won his arbitration case and will make $5 million in 2019. He hit .239 with 15 home runs and 65 RBIs in 2018.
Yankees' Judge would gladly welcome Harper
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge isn't worried about a crowded outfield if the team were to land prized free agent Bryce Harper.
Marlins give spring invite to veteran Granderson
Outfielder Curtis Granderson, who hit .242 with 13 home runs and 38 RBIs for Toronto and Milwaukee last season, has signed a minor-league deal with the Marlins for 2019.
Buster's Buzz: Wait, the Giants are interested in Jacoby Ellsbury?
The Yankees outfielder is 35 and hasn't played in a major league game in 476 days. Still, San Francisco picked up the phone. Is there an unlikely deal to be made?
Keith Law's complete guide to AL East prospects
The Blue Jays have the big-name splash, but Tampa Bay's quality depth is unmatched, with the Red Sox and Yankees (and Orioles) playing catch-up.
Way-too-early 2019 All-Stars: Machado and Harper to start for ...?
We're still waiting for this winter's big free agents to sign, but that didn't stop us from predicting which uniforms they'll be wearing in the Midsummer Classic. Who else makes our star-studded squads?
Cubs respond after Joe Ricketts' emails leaked
Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts on Monday distanced himself from what he called "racially insensitive" email exchanges involving his father, Joe Ricketts, after they were publicly leaked by splinternews.com.
OTL: Coroner says Dodger fan killed by foul ball
A California woman died last August as a result of being hit in the head by a batted ball at Dodger Stadium, according to a Los Angeles County coroner's report obtained by ESPN's "Outside the Lines" and details her daughter revealed to OTL in December.
Lefty Liriano returns to Pirates on minors deal
Veteran left-hander Francisco Liriano has agreed to a minor league contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the team announced on Monday.
Source: Blevins gets minor league deal from A's
Left-handed reliever Jerry Blevins has agreed to a minor league contract with the Oakland Athletics, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Indians acquire RHP Wittgren in deal with Marlins
Looking to reconstruct their bullpen, the Cleveland Indians acquired right-hander Nick Wittgren from the Miami Marlins for right-hander Jordan Milbrath.
Source: Liriano back to Pirates on minors deal
Left-hander Francisco Liriano is returning to the Pirates on a minor league contract, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Hall of Fame president Idelson to retire in July
Jeff Idelson, president of the Baseball Hall of Fame, will retire following this year's induction ceremony in July.
A chronicle of Venezuela's tense baseball final series
For the second year in a row, the Caribbean Series, that begins today, was relocated from Venezuela because of security concerns due to political unrest and moved to Panama.
Keith Law's 2019 ranking of all 30 MLB farm systems
The Padres have top prospect Fernando Tatis Jr., but how much young talent is behind him? And how does your team's prospect pool rate?
What we're most excited for one week before spring training begins
Anyone else ready for this offseason to end? Well, good news, baseball fans: Pitchers and catchers report in seven days!
Report: Raiders in talks to play '19 season in S.F.
The Oakland Raiders are in talks with the Giants about playing their home games next season at Oracle Park in San Francisco.
Former longtime Pirates pitcher Friend dies at 88
Bob Friend, the former Pirates right-hander who holds the franchise record for innings pitched (3,481), games started (477) and strikeouts (1,682), died Sunday at 88.