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MLB season to start on time as union rejects offer

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 8:42pm
The MLBPA has rejected MLB's proposal to start the 2021 season in late April, the union announced Monday.

Report: Mickey Callaway accused of misconduct

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 8:42pm
Former Mets manager Mickey Callaway sent unsolicited messages and photos, among other inappropriate and harassing behavior, five women who work in sports media told The Athletic.

Lefty Rodon returns to White Sox on $3M deal

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 5:42pm
Left-hander Carlos Rodon, who wasn't offered a contract after going 0-2 with an 8.22 ERA in four appearances last season, is returning to the White Sox on a one-year, $3M deal.

How Dustin Pedroia made a career out of rising above his scouting report

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 2:42pm
Five-foot-nine baseball players aren't supposed to play the way Pedroia did. Here's how he became an MVP and what it means for future hitters of his stature.

Chipper returns to Braves as hitting consultant

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 2:42pm
Hall of Famer and Braves great Chipper Jones is returning to the team in a part-time capacity as a hitting consultant.

Ex-Marlins exec Hill, Ibanez among MLB hires

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 2:42pm
Michael Hill is taking over from Chris Young, who stayed just one season in the role of Joe Torre's replacement as Major League Baseball's disciplinarian.

Pedroia retires; can't run after knee replacement

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 2:42pm
Former AL MVP Dustin Pedroia announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Monday.

Former AL MVP Pedroia announces retirement

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 8:41am
Former AL MVP Dustin Pedroia announced his retirement from Major League Baseball on Monday.

Ranking the top 25 MLB prospects who have been traded this offseason

TEst 4 February 1, 2021 - 5:41am
You know about the major league stars who have changed uniforms this winter, but what about the young players moving in return?

Sources: Union mulls MLB pitch to delay season

TEst 4 January 31, 2021 - 5:53pm
Major League Baseball has proposed to the players' union delaying Opening Day until April 28 and playing a 154-game regular season with a 14-team expanded playoffs, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan.

What a delayed spring training would look like for everyone involved in MLB

TEst 4 January 31, 2021 - 5:49am
An MLB executive laid out the entire plan, then broke down how it would impact the players, owners, front offices and fans.

Ex-pitcher Erickson charged in hit-and-run case

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 5:46pm
Scott Erickson, who pitched in the majors from 1991 to 2006, was charged with reckless driving in connection to a fatal hit-and-run Sept. 29 in Westlake Village, California.

Sources: Cubs, RHP Williams agree to 1-year deal

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 2:44pm
The Cubs are in a agreement on a one-year deal with former Pirates right-hander Trevor Williams, sources told ESPN.

Arenado's fantasy baseball value away from Coors Field

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 11:43am
Home field advantage was a part of his fantasy appeal, but how well will his bat play at Busch Stadium?

Source: Rodon returns to White Sox on $3M deal

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 11:43am
Left-hander Carlos Rodon, who wasn't offered a contract after going 0-2 with an 8.22 ERA in four appearances last season, will return to the White Sox on a one-year, $3M deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

Mets owner off Twitter after stock-fueled threats

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 11:43am
Mets owner Steve Cohen is taking a "break" from Twitter after saying his family received personal threats this week amid an ongoing stock-trading standoff involving GameStop and a few other struggling companies.

Source: Gregorius, Phils reach 2-year, $28M deal

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 11:43am
Shortstop Didi Gregorius, who hit .284 with 10 home runs, 40 RBIs and 34 runs for the Phillies during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, is returning to the club on a two-year, $28 million deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

How to watch the Caribbean Series on ESPN Deportes

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 5:42am
The Caribbean Series kicks off this weekend in Mexico, where MLB stars such as Yadier Molina and Robinson Cano will play in a stadium that will be allowed to be filled to about half of its capacity.

Cardinals pull off Arenado blockbuster: What can they expect from their new star?

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 12:04am
Colorado's mounting losses led to St. Louis gaining an elite third baseman -- but the addition isn't without risks.

Sources: Cards finalizing trade for 3B Arenado

TEst 4 January 30, 2021 - 12:04am
The St. Louis Cardinals are acquiring five-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade with the Colorado Rockies, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

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