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Study shows low rate of virus antibodies in MLB
MLB employees tested positive for coronavirus antibodies in a study run by Stanford University at a rate much lower than other studies done in California.
Bauer uses leaked number to create giveaway
After Trevor Bauer's phone number was mistakenly shown on an ESPN broadcast, the Reds pitcher used the situation to create a giveaway for fans.
Think MJ was a baseball bust? Here’s what really happened
Nowadays, fans look upon Michael Jordan's foray into another sport 26 years ago as a whim and conclude that his baseball career was a bust. They could not be more wrong.
Olney: For MLB teams, doing right by staff members now will pay dividends later
Assuring lower-level employees that their jobs are safe for at least the near future, as the Tigers and Phillies did, isn't only the decent thing to do -- it makes business sense.
From the archives: The true story behind Michael Jordan's brief-but-promising baseball career
Nowadays, fans look upon Michael Jordan's foray into another sport 26 years ago as a whim and conclude that his baseball career was a bust. They could not be more wrong.
The odd, unbelievable, can't-live-without-them superstitions of baseball players
Must have certain flavor of gum. Have to stand in same spot in the shower. Need to clean spikes at exact time. And, please, don't even think about throwing an odd number in the mix.
Mothers had major league influence on Mookie Betts, Zion Williamson, Hughes brothers
Some of the brightest young stars in sports -- including Zion Williamson, Mookie Betts, and Jack and Quinn Hughes -- have something in common besides exceptional athleticism and uncommon drive: Their first (and toughest) coach was Mom.
Health, fair compensation on MLB players' minds
MLBPA executive board members Chris Iannetta and Andrew Miller recently told ESPN that when it comes to resuming play, health is first and foremost on players' minds, with fair compensation behind it.
2020 MLB draft: Mock drafts, rankings, order and more
Who is the top ranked prospect in the upcoming draft? Where does your favorite team pick? Check out our 2020 MLB draft coverage.
Rockford Peaches pitcher Mary Pratt dies at 101
Mary Pratt, believed to be the last surviving member of the Rockford Peaches, has died at age 101.
MLB to return in 2020? For some players, the financial stakes are higher than others
Different players, very different contracts. Some guys have deals that are shutdown-proof. Others? They have more to prove.
Tony Gwynn's bat was his magic wand
Let's keep this simple: Tony Gwynn could hit. "Some hitters use bats as more of a battering ram," one former teammate said. "Tony used his bats more as a paintbrush."
Sources: MLB shortens draft from 40 rounds to 5
Team owners have long discussed shortening the draft from its usual 40 rounds, and it was expected to be a point of discussion heading into the winter 2021 expiration of the labor agreement between the league and union.
Shoeless Joe card from 1910 auctions for $492K
A Shoeless Joe Jackson baseball card from 1910 sold for $492,000, Heritage Auctions says.
Taiwan baseball fans allowed inside stadium
There were fans in the stands for baseball in Taiwan on Friday, albeit spaced far apart as a safeguard against the spread of the coronavirus.
Pedro, Pujols and Trout: The 21 most iconic MLB seasons of the 21st century ... so far
We break down the groundbreaking performances of the 2000s, featuring stars from Big Papi and Joey Bats to JV, Kershaw and the Freak.
MLB in the 2000s faceoff: Debating coolest players, best/worst parks, scandals and more
Which 10-year span had the biggest stars, the brightest moments and the dirtiest secrets?
When Kirby Puckett learned to do it all
Once Kirby Puckett figured out he couldn't just hit, but could also hit for power, a Hall of Fame career was born.
Joe Maddon is Zoom-ing in on baseball, cooking and life without sports
Even before baseball got shut down, Joe Maddon felt like people should talk more. So that's what he's doing, one Zoom at a time.
Here's our dream Team USA baseball squad
With Bryce Harper talking up the idea of major leaguers playing in next summer's Olympics, we put together a team that could win it all.