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Tigers OF Meadows has broken arm, concussion
Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has a broken bone in his left arm and a concussion after an outfield collision with teammate Riley Greene.
Going batty: Ichiro statue breaks during unveiling
A statue has been unveiled of Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki at the Seattle Mariners' T-Mobile Park. There was just one problem at the ceremony Friday -- a broken bat.
A's place Rooker on IL, ending 214-game streak
Brent Rooker was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Athletics on Friday because of an oblique strain, ending a streak of 214 consecutive games played.
Astros place righty Javier, outfielder Meyers on IL
The Astros placed right-handed pitcher Cristian Javier (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list and outfielder Jake Meyers (oblique) on the 10-day IL on Friday.
K.C. officials mull $600M in bonds to keep Royals
Kansas City, Missouri, would issue $600 million in bonds for a new stadium for Major League Baseball's Royals under a proposal officials there are pursuing.
Pope hats for everyone: White Sox answer fan frenzy with full-stadium promo
After strong fan response, Chicago will distribute pope-themed hats to all attendees at its Aug. 11 game.
Cubs OF Suzuki set for season debut vs. Pirates
Cubs OF Seiya Suzuki has has been activated from the IL after missing the start of the season with a sprained knee and is in the lineup for Friday's series opener against the Pirates.
MLB's percentage of Black players increases again
Major League Baseball said Friday the percentage of Black players on Opening Day rosters increased in consecutive years for the first time in at least two decades.
Broncos owners acquire minority share of Rockies
The Rockies are bringing in Broncos owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner through a minority investment, with multiple reports saying they are purchasing about 40% of the team.
Free agency turns 50: Ranking the best -- and worst -- signings in MLB history
The first free agent contract ever was signed 50 years ago today. We rate the 8,340 deals of the past half-century.
From Ivy League catcher to Yankees' cleanup hitter: The under-the-radar rise of Ben Rice
Surrounded by All-Stars, a 27-year-old in just his second full season is making his mark in the Bronx.
Tigers' Meadows hospitalized after outfield collision
Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows was taken away on a cart and hospitalized after an outfield collision with teammate Riley Greene on Thursday.
Springs, A's bullpen toss 1-hitter in win vs. Yanks
Jeffrey Springs took a no-hit bid into the seventh inning and combined with two relievers on a one-hitter to lead the Athletics to a 1-0 win over the Yankees Thursday in the Bronx.
A's Rooker exits vs. Yankees with back injury
Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker exited Thursday's game against the Yankees after feeling pain in his back after a swing in the first inning.
Baldwin best catcher? Alcantara is back? Cam Smith a top-50 bat? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to see what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
Study: MLB average salary hits record $5.34M
Major League Baseball's average salary rose 3.4% on Opening Day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season's start for the fourth straight year.
'When you look good, you play good': Inside MLB's 2026 City Connect uniforms -- and what's next
For the first time, baseball released a full season of City Connects on the same day. Here's how they came to be and what the players think.
Angels' Stephenson out for season due to elbow
Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson will miss the 2026 season after having ligament and flexor tendon repair surgery on his right elbow.
MLB Power Rankings: NL Central teams rise as AL powerhouse flails
Teams with championship hopes are falling down our list while a number of surprising starts have boosted the status of other unexpected contenders in Week 2.
Eflin undergoes Tommy John surgery, Orioles say
Orioles right-hander Zach Eflin had season-ending Tommy John surgery Wednesday.
