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New rules: Steals, batting average up in playoffs

TEst 4 October 26, 2023 - 9:44am
Stolen bases and batting averages are up and game times are down in the first postseason with the pitch clock and larger bases.

Diamondbacks release compilation video of doubters after clinching World Series berth

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 8:17pm
The Arizona Diamondbacks had many doubters during their NLCS against the Philadelphia Phillies, most notably Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo.

Scherzer says cut thumb won't interfere with WS

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 5:28pm
The Rangers' Max Scherzer has a cut on the thumb of his pitching hand that he doesn't think will hinder him from playing in the World Series.

Red Sox hire Breslow as chief baseball officer

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 5:28pm
Craig Breslow, who had two stints with the Red Sox as a pitcher, is the team's new chief baseball officer, it was announced Wednesday.

Braves re-sign Johnson to $14.25M, 2-year deal

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 5:28pm
Braves reliever Pierce Johnson, who was acquired from the Rockies in July, has signed a $14.25M, 2-year deal that also includes a club option for '26.

Astros manager Dusty Baker says he's retiring

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 4:20pm
After a four-year stint with the Astros that included a World Series ring, Dusty Baker is retiring after 26 seasons as a manager, he told USA Today.

Gallen to oppose Eovaldi in World Series opener

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 3:24pm
Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen and Rangers righty Nathan Eovaldi will start Game 1 of the World Series on Friday in Arlington, Texas.

Dodgers' Peralta recovering from arm surgery

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 3:24pm
Dodgers left fielder David Peralta is recovering from flexor tendon surgery on his left forearm and is expected to be ready by spring training.

World Series betting tips, picks, MVP predictions

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 3:00pm
It's Rangers-Diamondbacks for all the marbles. Who will win the World Series and in how many games? Who will win MVP? Our analysts offer their picks.

Casey won't return as Yankees hitting coach

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 11:01am
Sean Casey says he will not return as the Yankees hitting coach next season, citing his desire to spend more time with his family.

Source: Brewers' Counsell to interview with Mets

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 9:24am
Craig Counsell, who has managed the Brewers to three NL Central titles in his nine seasons, will interview for the Mets' vacancy, a source told ESPN.

'Frustrated' Phillies 'underachieved' in NLCS loss

TEst 4 October 25, 2023 - 12:03am
Despite a 3-2 series lead headed back to Philadelphia and momentum on their side, the Phillies lost the final two games of the NLCS to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citizens Bank Park, failing to secure a second consecutive berth in the World Series.

Snakes alive!: D-backs NLCS win excites Arizona

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 10:25pm
Arizona's finest supported the Diamondbacks as they reached their first World Series since 2001.

The World Series matchup is set! What Rangers and D-backs need to do to win it all

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 10:24pm
Bring on the Fall Classic! Here's your first look at how Texas and Arizona stack up.

D-backs continue run, back in first WS since '01

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 9:25pm
The Diamondbacks stunned the heavily favored Phillies with a 4-2 victory in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series and are back in the World Series for the first time since 2001.

Source: Red Sox offer Breslow baseball ops job

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 7:35pm
It wasn't immediately known if current Cubs assistant GM Craig Breslow will accept the offer from the Red Sox, who are looking to replace the fired Chaim Bloom

Phillies manager won't change lineup for Game 7

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 3:44pm
Despite his team's offensive struggles in a Game-6 loss to the Diamondbacks in the NLCS, Phillies manager Rob Thompson says making lineup changes ahead of Game 7 "doesn't make much sense."

Game 7! Live updates, analysis as Phillies, D-backs battle to reach World Series

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 2:53pm
Who will meet the Rangers in the Fall Classic? The National League pennant will be decided tonight.

Sources: Melvin leaves Padres to manage Giants

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 1:35pm
Bob Melvin will leave the Padres to become the manager of the Giants, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

'He's one of one': Clubhouse philosopher, straight shooter and line-drive hitter, there's nobody like Nick Castellanos

TEst 4 October 24, 2023 - 8:35am
The Phillies' right fielder has found a home in a city that loves him exactly the way he is.

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