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For the 75th anniversary, a panel of executives, journalists and collectors selected the 75 best Topps cards of all time and inserted corresponding redemption cards into their latest release.

From prospects with big expectations to All-Stars returning from injury, here's who we're paying attention to.

Jose Quintana, embarking on his 15th major league season, gives the Rockies another veteran pitcher.

Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will undergo surgery to repair the labrum in his left shoulder on Wednesday and is expected to be sidelined five to six months, manager John Schneider said.

Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa said he wished he took a longer lead in the key play of the ninth inning in Game 7 of the World Series but that he was following Toronto's policy of having a shorter lead in that situation.

On May 29, the Rangers will give away a jersey with a bloodstain imitating Ryan's iconic uniform from when he continued pitching after a ball split open his lip.

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will be evaluated for a stress reaction in his left hamate bone and might need surgery. In addition, Juan Soto will move to left field.

Catcher Tyler Stephenson has won his arbitration case against the Reds and will earn $6.8 million instead of the $6.55 million offered to him by the team.

The Colorado Rockies and right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano have agreed to a one-year, $5.1 million deal.

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is returning to the team with which he started his career, signing a one-year deal with the Detroit Tigers.

Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach is expected to miss significant time because of inflammation in his pitching elbow.

Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes said he hopes to return around the All-Star break following Tommy John surgery that ended his 2025 season.

The White Sox are prepared to build upon last season's promising second half.

The Braves added catching depth while awaiting the return of Sean Murphy by signing former Texas Rangers All-Star Jonah Heim to a one-year deal on Tuesday.

Veteran right-hander Aaron Civale and the Athletics have agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract, sources told ESPN. He pitched for three teams in 2025.

Tristan H. Cockcroft gives newcomers tips on how to best use the tools available to them in ESPN's fantasy baseball game.

Three years after an epic end to the World Baseball Classic, American stars are pitching in like never before.

The Phillies are looking to trade outfielder Nick Castellanos ahead of their first full-squad workout of spring training. Meanwhile, ace Zack Wheeler seems unlikely to be ready for Opening Day as he recovers from blood clot surgery.

The Astros hope to learn more later this week about the health of All-Star closer Josh Hader, who is continuing to recover from a shoulder injury suffered in August.