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Tearful Mets' Smith pleads 'People still don't care'
Dominic Smith took a knee during the national anthem Wednesday before the Mets played the Marlins. Afterwords, an emotional Smith said the one thing he wants is for his teammates to donate their time toward helping Black children in inner cities.
The day the games stopped: A timeline since Jacob Blake was shot in the back
Players in the NBA, WNBA, MLB and MLS went from postgame pleas and posting on social media to boycotting games, hoping to build awareness and seeking social equality and justice. Here is a timeline.
Judge (calf) exits; IL stint 'possible,' Boone says
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge left Wednesday's second game against the Braves due to tightness in his calf and will be reevaluated Thursday, manager Aaron Boone said.
Player protests lead to 3 MLB postponements
Wednesday's Brewers-Reds and Mariners-Padres games have been postponed in the wake of the weekend shooting of Jacob Blake.
Yanks' Judge pulled due to calf issue, Boone says
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge experienced tightness in his calf and was replaced in the sixth inning of Wednesday's second game against the Braves.
Sources: Brewers won't play vs. Reds Wednesday
The Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds won't play their game on Wednesday night at Miller Park, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Nationals option Kieboom, activate Doolittle
The Nationals optioned struggling rookie 3B Carter Kieboom and brought reliever Sean Doolittle off the IL.
Gerrit Cole's remarkable unbeaten streak took tons of skill and, yes, a lot of luck
The Yankees' ace saw his stretch of 28 unbeaten starts come to an end Wednesday. We look back at what made it special -- and possible.
Yankees acquire catcher Brantly from Giants
Veteran catcher Rob Brantly, a career .228 hitter in six seasons who has appeared in just two games since the start of the 2019 season, was traded from the Giants to the Yankees for cash considerations.
Dodgers' Scully to auction personal memorabilia
Retired Dodgers icon Vin Scully has culled items from his personal collection of memorabilia for auction.
MLB trade deadline tracker, rumors and buzz: Could the Giants be buyers?
Here's the latest intel we're hearing and what to know for every team as Aug. 31 approaches.
Checking in with Luis Robert: 'It still seems like a dream'
The outfielder talks about his rookie season, his Cuban roots and the support of his teammates.
No-hitter shows why Giolito is an ace you don't want to face in October
Coming a long way from his initial struggles, Chicago's young ace just spun the best no-no in team history.
No-hitter proof Lucas Giolito an ace you don't want to face in October
Coming a long way from his initial struggles, Chicago's young ace just spun the best no-no in team history.
White Sox's Giolito tosses season's 1st no-hitter
Add the season's first no-hitter to the list of accomplishments for the surprising White Sox, as Lucas Giolito blanked the Pirates on Tuesday.
Manager Francona out with blood-clotting issue
Cleveland manager Terry Francona has been dealing with blood-clotting problems, team president Chris Antonetti said.
Indians' Clevinger to return Wed. against Twins
Cleveland Indians starter Mike Clevinger will pitch Wednesday for the first time since breaking team rules and Major League Baseball COVID-19 protocol and being demoted for 10 days.
Acuna, Markakis return; Braves call up Anderson
The Braves reinstated outfielders Ronald Acuna Jr. and Nick Markakis from the IL and also promoted top pitching prospect Ian Anderson to make his MLB debut Tuesday against the Yankees.
'Hold my beer': Why Budweiser is honoring Trevor Bauer with Cincinnati Buds
Not sure what was behind the Reds ace miming chugging beer on the mound? Here's the backstory of the challenge between Bauer and the King of Beers.
Angels-Astros postponed as hurricane nears
The Houston Astros' game against the Los Angeles Angels that was scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed until next month because of Hurricane Laura.