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Sources: Crow-Armstrong deal for 6 years, $115M
Pete Crow-Armstrong's new contract extension with the Chicago Cubs is for six years and $115 million, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Tuesday.
Yanks' Cole fans 3 in second spring test, 'had fun'
Gerrit Cole, who sat out all of last season for the Yankees, "had fun" in his final spring outing, striking out three. He'll return to Florida before rejoining the team later this season.
Reds' Lodolo will start season on IL due to blister
Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Nick Lodolo will open the season on the injured list as he recovers from a blister on his left index finger.
LHP Early, 23, to round out rotation for Red Sox
Connelly Early, the prized Boston Red Sox rookie who made a start in the American League playoffs last season, will be part of the team's rotation to start the season.
Thomas sues White Sox for using name on jersey
Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has filed a civil suit against the White Sox, alleging unauthorized use of his likeness on City Connect 2.0 uniforms last season.
Brewers add to bullpen depth with Woodford trade
The Brewers on Tuesday acquired reliever Jake Woodford from the Rays for minor league right-hander K.C. Hunt.
Tigers' McGonigle, No. 2 MLB prospect, earns spot
Tigers phenom Kevin McGonigle, ESPN's No. 2 prospect for the 2026 season, will be on the Opening Day roster. He has never played above the Double-A level.
Rays top prospect Williams to start at shortstop
Carson Williams, who is ranked as the 39th best prospect by ESPN, will enter the season as the starting shortstop for the Rays after a solid spring training.
Top betting storylines: Dodgers' shadow looms large over futures
Doug Greenberg previews some of the betting topics related to baseball that are top of mind as we head into Opening Day.
Marlins' two-foot 'Machete' leads 2026 new ballpark foods
Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items.
MLB season preview: Rankings, playoff odds for all 30 teams as baseball returns
Whether your club enters Opening Day as the team to beat or hoping to be 2026's biggest surprise, we've got you covered.
Robot umps in MLB? What to know about new balls-and-strikes challenge system
Baseball's next big rule change is here. Here is how automated ball-strike challenges will shape the 2026 season.
Dodgers' Sasaki struggles again in spring start
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki had another rough spring training start Monday night, issuing six walks and giving up five runs in two-plus innings.
Sources: Cubs, Crow-Armstrong finalizing deal
The Chicago Cubs are close to locking up one of the breakout stars of last season in center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Texas rookie gets mound visit, told he made team
The mound visit Carter Baumler received from Rangers manager Skip Schumaker wasn't to take the rookie right-hander out of his last spring training game, but rather to let him know he made the Opening Day roster.
Woodruff avoids IL stint, to start Brewers' 5th game
The Brewers announced Monday that two-time All-Star right-hander Brandon Woodruff, who had been working his way back from a lat strain, would start their fifth game of the season, March 31 against the Rays.
Mets phenom Benge to start after sizzling spring
Mets prospect Carson Benge, who hit .366 in spring training, will be on the Opening Day roster as the starting right fielder, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Top Cards prospect Wetherholt makes roster
JJ Wetherholt, the seventh pick in the 2024 amateur draft out of West Virginia, will be on the Cardinals' Opening Day roster.
McCutchen, 39, earns roster spot with Rangers
Veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen, 39, will be on the Opening Day roster for the Rangers after hitting .444 with three doubles and a home run this spring.
Tigers sign Seabold, place Brieske on 60-day IL
The Tigers signed right-handed reliever Connor Seabold to a one-year split contract, while reliever Beau Briske was placed on the 60-day injured list.