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Who are MLB's top young stars? Ranking baseball's best players at every age from 16 to 25

TEst 4 January 7, 2026 - 5:03am
Julio Rodriguez or Bobby Witt Jr.? Roman Anthony or Jackson Chourio? We rank baseball's best by birth year.

A's denied 'Athletics' trademark ahead of LV shift

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names "Las Vegas Athletics" and "Vegas Athletics." The club currently plays in Sacramento, but intends to move to Nevada in 2028.

Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 2:56pm
Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.

Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 1:25pm
The Toronto Blue Jays introduced Kazuma Okamoto, their latest marquee addition Tuesday, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the 29-year-old infielder might fit into the team's defensive plans.

Red Sox, Crawford reach deal, avoid arbitration

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 9:23am
Right-hander Kutter Crawford, who missed all of last season with knee and wrist injuries, avoided arbitration with the Red Sox after reaching a $2.75M deal.

Our latest MLB offseason intel: Which top free agent will sign next? Is a blockbuster trade brewing?

TEst 4 January 6, 2026 - 5:16am
Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.

Japanese star Imai aims to win title with Astros

TEst 4 January 5, 2026 - 2:30pm
Tatsuya Imai made his intentions clear with his first few words during an introductory news conference with the Houston Astros on Monday.

Vogelbach returning to Brewers as hitting coach

TEst 4 January 5, 2026 - 9:43am
Former Milwaukee Brewers player Daniel Vogelbach is returning to the organization as a hitting coach on manager Pat Murphy's staff.

Phillies hire Mattingly as Thomson's bench coach

TEst 4 January 5, 2026 - 7:33am
The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Dodgers and Marlins manager Don Mattingly as a bench coach on Rob Thomson's staff.

Posting period expires for Japan's Takahashi

TEst 4 January 4, 2026 - 4:00pm
Japanese pitcher Kona Takahashi did not reach an agreement with an MLB team before his posting period expired, so his rights remain with the Saitama Seibu Lions.

Royals extend manager Quatraro through 2029

TEst 4 January 4, 2026 - 12:31pm
Royals manager Matt Quatraro, who went 82-80 last season, has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Kansas City through 2029.

Source: Yanks, DeJong agree to minor league deal

TEst 4 January 4, 2026 - 9:24am
The Yankees and veteran infielder Paul DeJong have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, a source confirmed to ESPN.

The Pope, the Super Bowl and YouTube influencers: The wildest sports bets in 2025

TEst 4 January 4, 2026 - 3:37am
You win some, you lose some ... or you win a lot, lose a lot. Inside the craziest bets the books saw last year.

Sources: Jays, Japanese 3B Okamoto reach deal

TEst 4 January 3, 2026 - 10:46am
The Blue Jays and Japanese third baseman Kazuma Okamoto are in agreement on a free agent contract, sources told ESPN.

Dykstra faces charges after drugs found in vehicle

TEst 4 January 2, 2026 - 4:48pm
Former MLB star Lenny Dykstra faces charges after police found drugs in his possession during a traffic stop on New Year's Day.

Bold MLB predictions for 2026: The World Series champion Orioles? A Skubal blockbuster?

TEst 4 January 2, 2026 - 4:48am
From breakout teams to major deals, our experts weigh in on how the yeaahead could play out.

Sources: Japanese ace pitcher Imai to join Astros

TEst 4 January 1, 2026 - 10:09am
Star Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Astros are in agreement on a free agent contract, sources told ESPN.

Source: Giants, Mahle agree to 1-year contract

TEst 4 December 31, 2025 - 11:19am
The Giants have reached a one-year deal with free agent right-hander Tyler Mahle, a source confirmed to ESPN.

D-backs GM: Marte talks won't linger much longer

TEst 4 December 30, 2025 - 7:28pm
Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen said Tuesday that while a trade of All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte remains unlikely, a resolution is expected "shortly."

Soderstrom signs A's deal at future Vegas home

TEst 4 December 30, 2025 - 7:28pm
Tyler Soderstrom's signing ceremony was the first such event at the A's future Las Vegas home, the latest step in the club's scheduled move in a little more than two years.

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