Ronald Acuña Jr. Is a New Type of Leadoff Hitter
Ronald Acuña Jr. is better than ever in 2021, and he's kept the Braves afloat during their early season swoon.
Can the Red Sox Keep This Up?
Boston has won nine games in a row and is atop the AL East after finishing last in the division last year. Are the playoffs within reach?
MLB Power Rankings: Overreactions for Each Team
The division-leading Reds and Phillies shoot up in this week's rankings while the suddenly hapless Athletics tumble.
Roundtable: What Should MLB Do About Replay Review?
How should baseball fix replay review? SI's MLB staff considered some possible improvements.
Welcome to the Age of Learned Velocity
Blue Jays pitcher Julian Merryweather has been almost impossible to hit, but he is far from an anomaly in today's game.
Jacob deGrom Isn't as Unlucky as You Think
There is a problem with the rule that says Jacob deGrom is a victim of low run support: it’s not really true.
Verducci: Baseball's New 'Best' Rivalry Is Finally Here
SI's Tom Verducci previews the first series this season between the Dodgers and Padres; a matchup he calls the new best rivalry in baseball
MLB Bets for Friday, April 16: Cincinnati to Win Series Opener vs. Cleveland
SI Gambling analyst Roy Larking previews Friday's MLB betting action and shares the two top picks on his baseball betting card
Current, Ex-Mets Staffers Detail 'Toxic Workplace' in Report
Multiple current and former Mets staffers detailed occurrences of sexist comments, inappropriate comments and text messages, discrimination based on pregnancy to The Athletic.
Verducci: Carlos Rodon's Offseason Adjustments Pay Off with a No-Hitter on Wednesday
SI's Tom Verducci breaks down the adjustments White Sox pitcher Carlos Rodon ahead of Opening Day that led him to a no-hitter on Wednesday against Cleveland.
A-Rod Angers ESPN by Not Giving Woj Scoop on T-Wolves Purchase
ESPN was not happy with 'The Athletic' breaking news of Alex Rodriguez buying the Timberwolves.
Rodón Was Remarkably Chill in His Post-No-Hitter Interview
“What’s up, man? What just happened?”
A-Rod, J.Lo Confirm Breakup: 'We Are Better as Friends'
Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez confirmed news of their breakup on Thursday morning.
Astros Place Altuve, Bregman and Alvarez on IL
Yordan Alvarez, Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve were among five Astros placed on the IL for "health and safety protocols."
Legislation Introduced Seeking to End MLB Antitrust Exemption
The legislation comes in the wake of MLB's decision to move its All-Star Game out of Atlanta in response to Georgia's new voting law.
Verducci: The Fastball Is No Longer the Dominant Pitch in Baseball
SI's Tom Verducci highlights two teams with star pitchers to show that the fastball is not as valued as it used to be.
Atlantic League to Move Mound Back, Alter DH Rule
The Atlantic League is tinkering with its rules ahead of the 2021 season.
The Best Sports Quotes of All Time
How does Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards's quote about A-Rod stack up among the best?
MLB Bets for Wednesday, April 14: Mets Will Cover at Home vs. Phillies
SI Gambling analyst Roy Larking previews Wednesday's MLB betting action and shares the two top picks on his baseball betting card
West Awarded $500,000 in Defamation Suit Against Lo Duca
Umpire Joe West has been awarded $500,000 followed a defamation suit against former MLB catcher Paul Lo Duca.
Verducci: The Long-Awaited Breakout Season for Byron Buxton of the Twins Is Finally Here
SI's Tom Verducci shares his thoughts on Twins center fielder Byron Buxton and his stellar start to the 2021 season.