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Kepler banned 80 games by MLB for failed test

TEst 4 January 9, 2026 - 12:40pm
Free agent outfielder Max Kepler, who spent last season with the Phillies, has been suspended 80 games for violating Major League Baseball's drug program.

The 2026 championship parlays: Who will take home this year's trophies?

TEst 4 January 9, 2026 - 6:24am
We go on record picking this year's champions, beginning with the CFP and ending with the World Series

From future HOF pitchers to a veteran catcher: Best fits for under-the-radar MLB free agents

TEst 4 January 9, 2026 - 5:36am
Did your favorite team miss out on the biggest stars of this winter? Here are 15 players to sign instead.

Skubal, Tigers face arbitration as deadline passes

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 6:13pm
Tarik Skubal and the Tigers failed to agree on a contract for this season before Thursday night's deadline to avoid arbitration, Detroit announced.

Ex-Twins GM Levine joins Brewers as adviser

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 3:24pm
Former Minnesota general manager Thad Levine has joined the Milwaukee organization as a special adviser.

Sources: 9 MLB teams end deals with Main Street

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 1:57pm
Sources told ESPN that nine Major League Baseball teams have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group, the RSN operator that again finds itself in deep financial trouble.

Manfred: MLB ready to step in for FanDuel TV

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 10:28am
Major League Baseball is prepared to produce and distribute local broadcasts for teams whose telecasts are uncertain this season because of the financial problems of the FanDuel Sports Network regional networks.

MLB midwinter Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 4:50am
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings now that we're midway through the offseason.

The bizarre world of MLB arbitration -- and the ace whose record raise could rock the system

TEst 4 January 8, 2026 - 4:18am
Baseball's unique offseason contract process is built on comps. Enter the pitcher who is beyond comparison.

Graterol, Garrett and Wesneski avoid arbitration

TEst 4 January 7, 2026 - 9:37pm
Brusdar Graterol, Braxton Garrett and Hayden Wesneski agreed to one-year contracts to avoid arbitration.

Sources: Rockies, Lorenzen agree to $8M contract

TEst 4 January 7, 2026 - 7:24pm
Right-hander Michael Lorenzen and the Rockies are in agreement on a one-year, $8 million contract that includes a club option, sources told ESPN.

Sources: Cubs, Marlins close to Cabrera trade

TEst 4 January 7, 2026 - 9:30am
The Cubs are finalizing a trade to acquire pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Marlins, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Who are MLB's top young stars? Ranking baseball's best players at every age from 16 to 25

TEst 4 January 7, 2026 - 5:03am
Julio Rodriguez or Bobby Witt Jr.? Roman Anthony or Jackson Chourio? We rank baseball's best by birth year.

A's denied 'Athletics' trademark ahead of LV shift

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names "Las Vegas Athletics" and "Vegas Athletics." The club currently plays in Sacramento, but intends to move to Nevada in 2028.

Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.

Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 1:25pm
The Toronto Blue Jays introduced Kazuma Okamoto, their latest marquee addition Tuesday, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the 29-year-old infielder might fit into the team's defensive plans.

Red Sox, Crawford reach deal, avoid arbitration

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 9:23am
Right-hander Kutter Crawford, who missed all of last season with knee and wrist injuries, avoided arbitration with the Red Sox after reaching a $2.75M deal.

Our latest MLB offseason intel: Which top free agent will sign next? Is a blockbuster trade brewing?

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 5:16am
Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.

Japanese star Imai aims to win title with Astros

TEst 4 January 5, 2026 - 2:30pm
Tatsuya Imai made his intentions clear with his first few words during an introductory news conference with the Houston Astros on Monday.

Vogelbach returning to Brewers as hitting coach

TEst 4 January 5, 2026 - 9:43am
Former Milwaukee Brewers player Daniel Vogelbach is returning to the organization as a hitting coach on manager Pat Murphy's staff.

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