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Manfred: Lockout could move MLB talks forward
Commissioner Rob Manfred said Thursday that owners haven't decided whether to lock out players after the Dec. 1 expiration of the CBA but he noted that a lockout that moves the process forward is better than a strike "that costs games."
MLB ups furnished housing for minor leaguers
MLB announced an expansion of housing accommodations for minor leaguers that is expected to provide more than 90% of players with furnished housing accommodations across every level.
Berrios 'comfortable' to re-sign with Blue Jays
Pitcher Jose Berrios finalized a $131 million, seven-year deal to remain with the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday, passing up the opportunity to become a free agent next offseason.
Who will win the MVPs tonight -- plus picks, results and analysis from MLB awards week
Harper, Soto or Tatis? Ohtani, Vladdy or Semien? Here's everything you need to know as baseball's 2021 hardware is handed out.
Sportsbook facing big loss if Ohtani named MVP
A bettor will net $900,000 if the Angels' Shohei Ohtani wins the AL MVP award on Thursday, capping an MLB awards season that will result in a seven-figure loss for one bookmaker.
2021 AL MVP? Inside the year of Shohei Ohtani
With the Angels' two-way star expected to win his league's top prize tonight, here's a look at our best Ohtani stories of the year.
Steinbrenner: We won't be afraid of free agency
In a wide-range interview, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner the team will use free agency and trades "to make changes" after a disappointing year, and also had high praise for manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman.
Brewers' Burnes edges Wheeler for NL Cy Young
Milwaukee Brewers ace Corbin Burnes edged the Phillies' Zack Wheeler for the NL Cy Young Award, earning 151 points to Wheeler's 141.
Jays ace Ray caps career year with AL Cy Young
Robbie Ray led the AL in ERA, innings pitched, strikeouts, ERA+ and WHIP.
Sources: Astros keep Verlander with $25M deal
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is staying with the Astros after agreeing to a one-year, $25 million contract with a player option for a second season, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Belt staying with Giants, accepts $18.4M offer
Brandon Belt accepted an $18.4 million qualifying offer from the Giants on Wednesday rather than pursue bidders as a free agent.
Did voters get the Cy Young winners right -- plus picks, results and analysis from MLB awards week
Here's everything you need to know as baseball's 2021 hardware is handed out.
Indians changing name to Guardians on Friday
The Cleveland Indians will officially change their name to the Guardians on Friday.
Ichiro to be inducted into Mariners HOF in August
The Seattle Mariners will induct Ichiro Suzuki into the team's Hall of Fame during a game on Aug. 27 next season.
Marlins add Yankees' Thames, others to '22 staff
The Marlins completed their coaching staff, adding Marcus Thames and promoting Al Pedrique, Edwar Gonzalez and Eric Duncan from various roles within the organization.
Who will win a Cy Young tonight? Picks, results and analysis from MLB awards week
Burnes, Scherzer or Wheeler? Cole, Lynn or Ray? What you need to know as baseball's 2021 hardware is handed out.
Red Sox ownership in talks to buy Penguins
Fenway Sports Group, whose portfolio includes the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool, is in advanced talks to purchase the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Did voters get the Manager of the Year winners right? -- plus picks, finalists for rest of MLB awards week
From MVP to Cy Young and more, this is your one-stop shop as baseball's 2021 hardware is handed out.
Syndergaard, Angels reach 1-year deal for $21M
Noah Syndergaard, who has pitched only two innings in the majors since undergoing Tommy John surgery in March 2020, on Tuesday reached a one-year deal with the Angels that sources say is worth $21 million.
Did voters get the Manager of the Year winners right -- plus picks, finalists for rest of MLB awards week
From MVP to Cy Young and more, this is your one-stop shop as baseball's 2021 hardware is handed out.