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Pittsburgh plan fizzles after Pa. turns Jays away

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 1:07pm
The Blue Jays were looking to play the majority of their 2020 home games at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, but the state of Pennsylvania has denied that request.

Weird new rules, my predictions and the nomadic Blue Jays: Passan on how MLB will play 2020

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 1:07pm
As baseball replaces its usual marathon with a 60-game sprint during a pandemic, Jeff Passan explains what it could look like on -- and off -- the diamond.

Sources: Betts, Dodgers near long-term contract

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 10:06am
The deal, which could be agreed upon as soon as Wednesday, would keep Mookie Betts with the Dodgers for at least a decade, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

MLB returns ball kids to lines after feedback

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 10:06am
Major League Baseball has adjusted its policy for bat-and-ball kids this summer, clearing the way for ball boys and girls to return to the foul lines during games.

Royals OF Dozier tests positive, will go on IL

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 10:06am
Royals outfielder Hunter Dozier has tested positive for the coronavirus and will go on the injured list.

Weird new rules, predictions, and two teams in Pittsburgh: Passan on how MLB will play 2020

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 10:06am
As baseball replaces its usual marathon with a 60-game sprint during a pandemic, Jeff Passan explains what it could look like on -- and off -- the diamond.

MLB experts predict: Dodgers/Yankees or the field, breakout teams and more

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 10:06am
Who is going to rule the 60-game MLB season? Our crew of insiders weigh in.

2020 MLB season GM survey: Biggest 60-game edge? Will we see All-Stars traded? Execs weigh in

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
We asked GMs and scouts burning questions as Opening Day approaches. Here's what they told us.

What the best of the best in MLB can do in a 60-game season

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
How many HRs will it take to lead the majors? How high could the highest batting average get, or how low could the lowest ERA be?

Sources: Jays expected to call Pittsburgh home

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
After a request to play in Toronto was denied, the Blue Jays are expected to play a majority of their home games at PNC Park in Pittsburgh this season, sources confirmed to ESPN.

As MLB returns, a baseball family devastated by coronavirus feels conflicted

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
High school coach Ben Luderer was 30 when he died of complications from the coronavirus. As his favorite team, the Yankees, prepares to kick off an extraordinary MLB season, his family and community bear the weight of him not being here to watch.

MLB experts predict: Where will Mookie Betts be playing at this time next year?

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
Will Betts' stay in L.A. be a short one? Who is going to rule the 60-game MLB season? Our crew of insiders weigh in.

Karablog: Bold fantasy pitching options for each team

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
With the baseball season finally ready to get started on Thursday, Eric Karabell takes one last look at some perhaps unexpected fantasy pitching options for each of the 30 major league teams.

Passan: How the weirdest MLB season ever will play out, from predictions to the Pittsburgh Blue Jays

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 7:06am
As baseball replaces its usual marathon with a 60-game sprint during a pandemic, Jeff Passan explains what it could look like on -- and off -- the diamond.

Rockies OF's dad with ALS sees son play at Texas

TEst 4 July 22, 2020 - 12:58am
Rockies rookie outfielder Sam Hilliard's father, Jim, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2018, is getting to watch his son play in their hometown Rangers' new stadium that otherwise is closed to fans.

Twins GM: 'Flawed' hiring practices on team, MLB

TEst 4 July 21, 2020 - 9:57pm
Twins GM Thad Levine said on Tuesday said that front-office hiring practices in MLB and in his organization are "flawed."

Votto among Reds players to kneel during anthem

TEst 4 July 21, 2020 - 6:57pm
Cincinnati Reds players Joey Votto, Amir Garrett, Phillip Ervin and Alex Blandino knelt during the national anthem before Tuesday's exhibition game.

Judge, Yankees discuss racial injustice message

TEst 4 July 21, 2020 - 6:57pm
Aaron Judge said he's talked with the team about what they will do to send a message protesting racial injustice when they kick off their season on Thursday.

Cespedes set to be DH for Mets on Opening Day

TEst 4 July 21, 2020 - 6:57pm
Yoenis Cespedes expects to be the designated hitter for the New York Mets on Friday when they open the season against the Atlanta Braves.

Jays players told Baltimore also option for games

TEst 4 July 21, 2020 - 6:57pm
The Blue Jays' front office has told its players that Pittsburgh and Baltimore are possibilities for where team will hold home games this year after Canada's government barred the club from playing in Toronto, outfielder Randal Grichuk said Tuesday.

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