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DirecTV to carry Dodgers games on SportsNet LA

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 12:44pm
DirecTV has reached a deal to carry the Los Angeles Dodgers' network, SportsNet LA.

MLB cancels Cubs-Cards London series in June

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 9:44am
MLB has canceled the London series between the Cubs and Cardinals due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The biggest one-hit wonders for every American League team

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 6:43am
From "The Bird" to "The Hammer" and the original Baby Bomber, we tell the stories of stars who burned bright but flamed out, having a brief time in the spotlight.

From Mays to Trout: What lost career time means for the legacies of MLB greats

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 6:43am
As the COVID-19 shutdown keeps today's biggest stars off the field, here's what Willie Mays, Ted Williams and other Hall of Famers show us about how it could alter baseball history.

How Phil Niekro tossed his brother aside in his 300th win

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 6:43am
The idea was for Phil Niekro and his brother, Joe, to both pitch on the day Phil was going to win his 300th game. But once Phil had a chance to make history, he scrapped the plan.

Rob Mendez ready to make his next move

TEst 4 April 1, 2020 - 6:43am
After winning the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance at The 2019 ESPYS, Rob Mendez enjoyed a life of travel and fame. Now he's (almost) ready to explore new opportunities, possibly with the NFL.

Orioles' Davis expects to return to spring form

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 6:50pm
Coming off three frustrating seasons, Orioles slugger Chris Davis was having a strong spring training until the coronavirus pandemic brought things to a standstill. He said Tuesday he's confident he'll return strong whenever baseball resumes.

Toronto official: Ban doesn't include pro teams

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 3:50pm
Toronto's cancellation of all city-led and permitted events through June 30 amid the coronavirus pandemic does not apply to professional sports leagues such as the NBA, NHL, MLB or MLS, a spokesman for Mayor John Tory said Tuesday.

Fiancee: A's minor league manager on ventilator

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 3:50pm
Oakland Athletics minor league manager Webster Garrison is hospitalized in Louisiana and on a ventilator due to the coronavirus, according to his fiancee.

Report: MLB vets get $4,775 daily during hiatus

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 3:50pm
Under the terms of the deal, major league teams are combining to give $170 million in advance pay to players on 40-man rosters, injured lists and outright assignments to the minor leagues.

Dr. Andrews temporarily suspends TJ surgeries

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 9:48am
Dr. James Andrews will adhere to an executive order by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and not perform Tommy John surgery at his facility in the state until "medically unnecessary, non-urgent or non-emergency" procedures are allowed.

MLB to pay minor leaguers weekly until May 31

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 9:48am
Major League Baseball will continue to pay its minor league players $400 per week through at least May 31 or until the start of the minor league season.

Full lineup of classic games, how to watch, more

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 9:48am
Starting Tuesday, ESPN will air memorable games of the past 25 years, with more available on ESPN+.

The inside story of the first MLB player traded during the coronavirus pandemic

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 6:49am
For Red Sox minor leaguer Jhonny Pereda, who herds cattle in the offseason to pay his bills, this is no novelty. It's scary.

Viewers guide: Mike Piazza, Mets help New York heal post-9/11

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 6:49am
The first of a series of classic MLB games on ESPN is a memorable, emotional night at Shea Stadium shortly after the 2001 attacks in New York City.

When Michael Jordan went to the minors and cheated at Yahtzee

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 6:49am
Michael Jordan tried his hand at baseball. He wasn't the best player, but he was still the most competitive -- going so far as to find creative ways to take manager Terry Francona's money.

The truth about Jordan's MLB prospects: 'I swear, he was going to the majors'

TEst 4 March 31, 2020 - 6:49am
Fans couldn't be more wrong to look upon Michael Jordan and conclude that his baseball career was a bust.

Nats' spring facility latest to convert to testing site

TEst 4 March 30, 2020 - 6:46pm
The Nationals' spring facility in West Palm Beach, Florida, is the latest sports venue to be repurposed into a coronavirus testing site.

Red Sox's Sale undergoes Tommy John surgery

TEst 4 March 30, 2020 - 3:45pm
Red Sox ace Chris Sale underwent Tommy John surgery on his pitching arm.

Players worried as MLB eyes compressed season

TEst 4 March 30, 2020 - 3:45pm
As Major League Baseball and the players' union contemplate various ways to create a schedule for whenever the coronavirus pandemic subsides, Cincinnati Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart raises a concern that is surely shared by others around the sport.

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