Feed aggregator

ABS challenge system to feature in spring games

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 7:00pm
Thirteen spring stadiums and over 60% of Cactus and Grapefruit League games will feature an automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system.

Manfred: Dodgers doing what the system allows

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 7:00pm
Commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday acknowledged the widespread concern over payroll disparity in MLB but said he blames the system, not the Dodgers.

Red Sox, reliever Ottavino reach minor league deal

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 3:17pm
Right-handed reliever Adam Ottavino agreed to a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox and will report to big league spring training.

Padres CEO: Goal remains to win World Series

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 1:03pm
CEO Erik Greupner said the organization's ambitions have not changed since the death of Peter Seidler.

Mets' Cohen blows through budget, wants winner

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 10:30am
Mets owner Steve Cohen wants a winner, but says excessive spending isn't "the most optimal way to run a team" and would like to see the farm system produce talent.

Joe Buck returns to MLB booth for Opening Day

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 10:30am
Joe Buck will call a MLB national telecast for the first time since 2021 when he provides play-by-play of the Opening Day game between the Brewers and Yankees on ESPN.

Olney: What missing out on Alex Bregman says about Cubs' unwillingness to spend

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 8:55am
Chicago had a chance to end its offseason with a star acquisition, but failed to get the deal done. Here's why it was such a troubling outcome for the big-market franchise.

Sources: Cubs, IF Turner agree to 1-yr, $6M deal

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 7:41am
Veteran infielder Justin Turner, 40, and the Chicago Cubs are in agreement on a one-year, $6 million deal, sources tell ESPN.

Vlad Jr., Blue Jays fail to reach contract extension

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 5:13am
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays failed to reach a contract extension, paving the way for the slugger to become a free agent after this season.

The Playbook, Inning 6: Nine must-follow tips

TEst 4 February 18, 2025 - 4:36am
How do you go from a fantasy baseball novice to an expert? Part 6 offers advice, including trade strategies.

Sources: D-backs' Perdomo lands $45M extension

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 5:11pm
Shortstop Geraldo Perdomo and the Diamondbacks are in agreement on a four-year, $45 million contract extension that also has a club option, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Judge differs with Soto on Mets having best shot

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 1:49pm
Aaron Judge wasn't that surprised by Juan Soto 's decision to sign with the Mets but disagreed with his ex-teammate about which team is in a better spot to compete.

Devers won't cede 3B to Bregman: 'My position'

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 1:49pm
The Red Sox, even after acquiring coveted free agent Alex Bregman, might have a problem at third base as Rafael Devers said he's not open to changing positions.

Mets to shut down Montas (lat) for 6-8 weeks

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 1:33pm
Mets right-hander Frankie Montas has a high-grade lat strain, according to manager Carlos Mendoza, and will be shut down for 6-8 weeks.

'This was it': Mets' Alonso 'home' after FA saga

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 1:33pm
Pete Alonso's first taste of free agency didn't go as he expected, but after a prolonged saga, the first baseman found himself back "home" with the Mets.

Hall of Famer Winfield retires from players union

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 1:33pm
Dave Winfield, who was inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame in 2001, retired Monday from the Major League Baseball Players Association.

Trout, trying to stave off injuries, switches to RF

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 11:26am
Angels oft-injured star Mike Trout, who has played in 82 or fewer games in three of the past four seasons, is moving from center to right field.

'Smarter' Robert not seeking trade from ChiSox

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 11:26am
While brushing off winter trade rumors and vowing to play "smarter" early in the season, White Sox centerfielder Luis Robert Jr. reported to spring training on Monday as one of the few veterans left on a team that lost 121 games a season ago.

A's extend 'humbled' manager Kotsay through '28

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 11:26am
The Athletics have signed manager Mark Kotsay to a contract extension through the 2028 season, the team announced Monday.

Royals extend GM Picollo, pick up Quatraro for '26

TEst 4 February 17, 2025 - 11:26am
The Royals have extended the contract for general manager J.J. Picollo through 2030, while also picking up their 2026 option for manager Matt Quatraro.

Pages