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Appalachian League leads off contraction process

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 12:44pm
The Appalachian League has converted to a college summer circuit for rising freshmen and sophomores, with many teams from the Pioneer League and New York-Penn League also likely to become part of college summer leagues.

Rays include McClanahan, Choi, Diaz on roster

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 12:44pm
The Rays made a surprise addition to the roster for their first-round series: rookie left-hander Shane McClanahan.

Will there be an upset? Can anyone beat L.A? Jeff Passan weighs in

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 9:44am
What's the most likely upset? Can anybody beat the Dodgers? Which players should you expect to remember from this October? We answer all this and more.

Donaldson (calf) not on Twins' wild-card roster

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 9:44am
Third baseman Josh Donaldson was not on the Twins' roster for the AL wild-card series with a calf injury, but he still could make an appearance from the taxi squad.

Gurriel takes pay cut to $7M to stay with Astros

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 9:44am
First baseman Yuli Gurriel and the Houston Astros have agreed to a one-year contract with an option for 2022 that guarantees $7 million, a cut of nearly 20% from his 2020 deal.

MLB Playoffs Daily: Baseball's biggest postseason party ever is here

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 9:44am
Tuesday's four American League openers feature an ace showdown, a big test for the Astros and more.

A case for Francisco Lindor as the MLB Latino Face of the 2020s

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 9:44am
We present the case for four superstars to be considered as the Latino Face of MLB in the 2020s, with our winner to be revealed Friday. Today we present the case for the Indians' Francisco Lindor.

Jeff Passan's 20 questions as the MLB playoffs begin

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 6:44am
What's the most likely upset? Can anybody beat the Dodgers? Which players should you expect to remember from this October? We answer all this and more.

Ahead of the presidential election, America's sports stadiums and arenas become polling centers

TEst 4 September 29, 2020 - 6:44am
In recent months, athletes and the sports world have become increasingly active in voter access and encouraging citizens to cast their ballots.

Why Gary Sanchez isn't catching Gerrit Cole in Game 1 for the Yankees

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 6:39pm
Handling an ace is a big responsibility, but the 2019 All-Star catcher's struggles in every phase of the game forced a tough choice.

Jeter calls Marlins' playoff berth a 'steppingstone'

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 6:39pm
Marlins CEO Derek Jeter said Monday: "We didn't come here to chase 'a' championship or 'a' playoff appearance. We want to be sustainable."

2-time World Series champ Johnstone dies at 74

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 6:39pm
Outfielder Jay Johnstone, who won World Series titles with the Yankees and Dodgers, has died at the age of 74.

Higashioka will catch Cole in Game 1 for Yanks

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 3:39pm
Veteran Kyle Higashioka, and not Gary Sanchez, will start Game 1 behind the plate when the New York Yankees face the Cleveland Indians.

Jeter calls Marlins' playoff berth a 'stepping stone'

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 3:39pm
Marlins CEO Derek Jeter said Monday: "We didn't come here to chase 'a' championship or 'a' playoff appearance. We want to be sustainable."

Expert picks for the 2020 MLB playoffs

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 12:37pm
Is this the year the Dodgers win their first title since 1988? Who will make the World Series from a tight AL field? Here are our postseason picks.

A case for Ronald Acuña Jr. as the MLB Latino Face of the 2020s

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 12:37pm
We present the case for four superstars to be considered as the Latino Face of MLB in the 2020s, with our winner to be revealed Friday. We start with Ronald Acuña Jr., the Braves' sensational outfielder.

MLB playoffs preview: Everything you need to know about the 16-team postseason

TEst 4 September 28, 2020 - 6:36am
Best- and worst-case scenarios, odds for every matchup, October heroes, surprising stats and bold predictions, our MLB experts get you ready.

2020 MLB playoffs: Why this could be the wildest postseason ... ever

TEst 4 September 27, 2020 - 6:53pm
Sixteen teams! A first round where absolutely anything is possible. Buckle up: It's going to be a wild ride.

MLB playoff push: See the bracket now that 16-team postseason field is set

TEst 4 September 27, 2020 - 6:53pm
It came down to the final day, but the playoff picture is finally clear. Here's how it looks.

Angels fire GM Eppler after another losing season

TEst 4 September 27, 2020 - 6:53pm
The Angels announced Sunday that they are seeking a new general manager to replace Billy Eppler.

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