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Misiorowski, Brewers tie MLB record with 20 K's
Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski and four relievers buried the White Sox in an avalanche of 20 strikeouts, the first time a team has recorded that many in nine innings on Opening Day.
Enthusiastic Benge 'blacked out' after HR in debut
Mets rookie Carson Benge said he "blacked out" while rounding the bases after his first home run in his major league debut. "I don't really remember too much."
Alvarez loses HR after ball hits roof, ricochets foul
Yordan Alvarez's towering shot to right field hit the roof scaffolding of Daikin Park and then ricocheted into foul territory. The Astros challenged the call, but it was upheld.
Crawford impresses with 2-hit debut for Phillies
Justin Crawford batted ninth for the Phillies and went 2 for 4 with a run scored in their 5-3 opening day win over the Texas Rangers on Thursday.
Butera soaks up 1st win with beer, shaving cream
After winning his debut, Nationals manager Blake Butera tried to sneak into his office. His players had other ideas, soaking the skipper with beer and shaving cream.
Padres GM: Darvish wants to rehab at own pace
Yu Darvish went on the restricted list because the Padres' right-hander wants to proceed deliberately in his recovery from surgery while contemplating his future.
Foreign-born players in MLB at lowest since 2002
The percentage of players born outside the 50 states in Major League Baseball has dropped to its lowest level since 2002.
Pirates pull shaky Skenes in 1st amid OF miscues
Paul Skenes recorded just two outs before being pulled from the Pirates' season opener, the shortest outing of his MLB career.
Source: Mets add Pham on minors deal for depth
The Mets added to their depth on Opening Day, reaching a minor league deal with veteran outfielder Tommy Pham, a source told ESPN.
Brewers star OF Chourio set to miss 2-4 weeks
The Brewers placed star outfielder Chourio on the 10-day injured list on Thursday because of a fractured left hand. The move was made retroactive to Wednesday.
Fantasy baseball lineup advice for Opening Day
Everything you need to know to set your fantasy baseball lineups for MLB's Opening Day 2026.
Bar dice, Diary of a Wimpy Kid and more: Each MLB team's most interesting giveaway this season
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R. Perez, Gold Glove-winning catcher, retires
Roberto Perez, a two-time Gold Glove-winning catcher who spent eight of his 10 major league seasons with Cleveland, has announced his retirement at the age of 37.
Fried's gem lifts Yanks despite Judge's 4-K opener
Max Fried allowed just two hits in 6 1/3 scoreless innings, and the Yankees cruised past the Giants 7-0 on Wednesday night despite Aaron Judge's first career hitless Opening Day.
Orioles' Holliday (hand) to start rehab stint Fri.
Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will begin a rehab assignment later this week, an indication he won't miss much time with the big-league team after suffering a broken hamate bone in February.
Mariners' Crawford, Miller starting season on IL
Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford and starting pitcher Bryce Miller will start the season on the IL as the team got down to its 26-man roster ahead of Opening Day.
Impact of overturned ABS calls worries ex-ump
Former MLB umpire Richie Garcia is worried about the impact that robot umpires will have on their human counterparts.
Sources: Padres to place Darvish on restricted list
Pitcher Yu Darvish is expected to go on the restricted list as he spends the 2026 season recovering from elbow surgery, a decision that could free up significant payroll space for the Padres, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
Baseball is back! What we're watching, lineups and live updates from every game
Here's your one-stop shop for all Opening Day action, starting with Wednesday's Yankees-Giants clash.