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Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Skenes reacts against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

Pirates GM Makes Strong Statement About Recent Paul Skenes Trade Rumors

Skenes continues to dominate as the Pirates' woes continue.

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Skenes reacts against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

Pirates GM Makes Strong Statement About Recent Paul Skenes Trade Rumors

Skenes continues to dominate as the Pirates' woes continue.

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. will make his season debut on Friday.

Braves Star Ronald Acuna to Return to Lineup Friday for First Time in Nearly a Year

The former National League MVP is set to make his season debut.

New York Mets first baseman Darin Ruf

Former MLB Player Suing Reds Over Career-Ending Injury

Former MLB player Darin Ruf is suing the Reds for damages after suffering a career-ending injury at Great American Ball Park in 2023.

A group of people in cricket costumes throw the ceremonial first pitch before the Toronto Blue Jays game against the San Diego Padres.

Blue Jays Had People in Cricket Costumes Throw Strangest First Pitch in MLB History

This might be the single most bizarre first pitch in MLB history.

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The Cubs have not hosted an All-Star game since 1990

Cubs Expected to Be Awarded Upcoming MLB All-Star Game After Making Ballpark Changes

Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco is heading to the injured list with elbow inflammation.

Astros Pitcher Ronel Blanco Heading to IL With Elbow Inflammation

New York Yankees SP Clarke Schmidt and his father Dwight Schmidt embrace after Dwight threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium.

Yankees Surprise Clarke Schmidt With Special Guest for Ceremonial First Pitch

deGrom (pictured) and Judge shared a moment after crossing swords.

Aaron Judge, Jacob deGrom Shared Moment of Mutual Respect After Epic Battle at Plate

Diaz may not be the best caller of balls and strikes, but at least he can admit when he's wrong.

Mics Caught Notoriously Bad MLB Ump Admitting He Got a Call Wrong

Soto has looked out of sorts so far in Queens.

Juan Soto’s Underwhelming Start Is Both a Physical and Mental Issue

Soto didn't even swing the bat.

Juan Soto Didn't Even Try As Garrett Crochet Struck Him Out on Three Straight Pitches

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Walker Buehler delivers a pitch during the second inning against the New York Mets at Fenway Park.

Walker Buehler Admits Spicy Tweet Aimed at Francisco Lindor Was Whiskey-Induced

Miami Marlins third baseman Jean Segura

Longtime MLB Infielder, Two-Time All-Star Jean Segura Announces Retirement

Rays fan comes down with two home run balls in the same inning.

Young Fan Hustles to Snag Back-to-Back Home Runs by Players Named 'Lowe'

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider

Braves' Spencer Strider Candidly Assessed His Disappointing Outing in Return From IL

Jared Jones pitches against the Phillies in spring training.

Up-and-Coming Pirates Pitcher Set to Undergo Elbow Surgery

The Pirates have the fourth-worst record in MLB despite Skenes's best efforts.

Pirates Source Had Definitive Message About a Possible Paul Skenes Trade

Francisco Lindor encourages the umpire to throw Walker Buehler out of the game on Tuesday.

Walker Buehler Has NSFW Response to Clip of Francisco Lindor Telling Ump to Eject Him

Judge's 326-foot home run is the shortest of his career thus far.

Aaron Judge Had Funny Reaction to the Shortest Home Run of His Career

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Wilson is currently a slight favorite to win the AL Rookie of the Year award.

MLB Rookie Watch: An Early Look at the Award Races

Hyde became the third MLB manager to lose his job this season.

Brandon Hyde Pays the Price for Orioles Front Office’s Inactivity

Judge is among the players who have already made their mark on the 2025 MLB season.

MLB Awards Front-Runners Through First Quarter of 2025 Season

Báez has gotten off to a hot start during his fourth season in Detroit.

The Seven MLB Hitters Who Are Raking With Reinvented Batting Stances

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso and third baseman Mark Vientos celebrate after defeating their crosstown rivals.

Ranking MLB’s Inaugural Rivalry Weekend Matchups

Manfred’s decision to remove Rose from the permanently ineligible list comes after a meeting last month with President Trump.

Rob Manfred’s Pete Rose Flip-Flop Further Stains His Legacy

Soto, right, congratulates Mets closer Edwin Díaz after a successful save.

Juan Soto’s Secret Weapon Is the Mets’ Bullpen

Black ranks 47th in all-time wins, though no one above him has a worse winning percentage (.460).

Bud Black’s Firing Won’t Change Much for MLB’s Stalest Franchise

Devers is displeased with the Red Sox front office for asking him to play first base in the wake of Triston Casas’s season-ending injury.

Three Potential Rafael Devers Trade Destinations if the Red Sox Move On

Torkelson’s development has been key to Detroit’s ascendance.

Tigers’ Path to Top of American League Is Years in the Making

Simpson’s running style can look chaotic, but it’s extremely effective.

Chandler Simpson Is a Reminder of a Bygone Era in Baseball

Another injury to Casas means the Red Sox must make a tough decision at first base.

After Triston Casas Injury, Talented Red Sox Urgently Need a Clear Plan

The Cubs have scored a league-best 192 runs this season, averaging precisely six runs per game.

MLB Power Rankings: Each Team’s Biggest Surprise After One Month

The Colorado Rockies are 5-25 through the first 30 games of the 2025 MLB season.

Inside the Numbers of the Colorado Rockies’ Awful April

Henderson has gotten off to a slow start after missing all of spring training.

Panic Meter: Which MLB Stars Off to Slow Starts Have Reason to Worry?

May 17, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz (15) reacts after striking out against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Pirates Avoid Breaking Embarrassing MLB Record

May 16, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) heads to first base after a walk during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Yankees Legend Thinks Juan Soto Still Has a Chance

May 16, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (48) during a game against the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Yankees' Veteran Infielder Not Expected to Last

Apr 18, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Athletics third baseman Gio Urshela (13) looks on during batting practice prior to the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Former New York Yankee Urshela Headed to IL

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (right) celebrates a win with right fielder George Springer.

Meet the Opponent: Blue Jays On a Roll Again Heading Into Showdown With Rays

Canada's Bo Naylor (44) is congratulated by teammate Denzel Clarke (23) after hitting a home run against Mexico during their World Baseball Classic game at Chase Field in Phoenix on March 15, 2023.

Baseball World Baseball Classic Final Day

A's Making Big Move, Calling Up Denzel Clarke

Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby (68) goes to the dugout during a game against the Houston Astros on May 22 at Minute Maid Park.

Seattle Mariners Fall in George Kirby's Season Debut, Lose 9-2 to Houston Astros

Jul 5, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants infielder Darin Ruf against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field

Darin Ruf, Former Giants Slugger, Suing Reds for Career-Ending Injury

May 22, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mike Burrows (53) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pirates Drop Wet Series Opener to Brewers