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Highlight of a diving play from Dansby Swanson during the Chicago Cubs' 4-2 win over the Yomiuri Giants.

High-Tech Highlight of Dansby Swanson Diving Play Needs to Become MLB Staple

A crazy view of a Dansby Swanson highlight play needs to be used more.

Highlight of a diving play from Dansby Swanson during the Chicago Cubs' 4-2 win over the Yomiuri Giants.

High-Tech Highlight of Dansby Swanson Diving Play Needs to Become MLB Staple

A crazy view of a Dansby Swanson highlight play needs to be used more.

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes pitches against the Cincinnati Reds

Pirates' Top Prospect Had Bold Message for Paul Skenes After Opening Day Starter Nod

Pirates pitching prospect Bubba Chandler had a confident message for Paul Skenes after Skenes was named Pittsburgh's Opening Day starter.

Chicago White Sox designated hitter Joey Gallo during spring training.

Joey Gallo Says He's Reinventing Himself As a Pitcher After Release From White Sox

Joey Gallo is planning to take up pitching after being released by the Chicago White Sox.

These fans love Justin Turner.

Cubs' Justin Turner Had Sweet Gesture for Young Fans Sporting His Beard in Japan

This is how you grow the game.

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Skenes was told this week that he'll start for the Pirates on Opening Day.

Baseball Fans React to Paul Skenes Obviously Being Named Pirates' Opening Day Starter

Sale switched up his lineup in honor of the Sox legend.

Chris Sale Pays Heartwarming Tribute to Red Sox Legend Luis Tiant With Pitching Windup

MLB Commissioner Manfred takes a photo with Cijntje after being drafted by the Seattle Mariners with the 15th pick during the first round of the MLB Draft at Cowtown Coliseum.

Mariners Prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje, a Switch-Pitcher, Is a Sight to Behold

Ohtani swings during Dodgers spring training.

Shohei Ohtani Mashes Towering Home Run in Front of Roaring Crowd at Tokyo Dome

Colorado Rockies owner Dick Monfort.

Rockies Owner Clamors for Change Due to Dodgers' High-Spending Offseason

Zach Eflin found out he was the starter in a special way

Orioles Found Cutest Way to Tell Zach Eflin He Was Named Opening Day Starter

Seattle won the season series against San Diego last year, winning three of four matchups.

New Vedder Cup Series Between Padres, Mariners Features Intriguing Tiebreaker

Eddie Vedder will lend his name to a baseball trophy.

Mariners, Padres Inaugurate Trophy for Annual Series Designed By Eddie Vedder

Anthony had the perfect answer for the hecklers.

Red Sox Prospect Blasts Home Run to Silence 'Overrated' Chant

Ronald Acuna Jr., seen here in 2024, vows to pace himself in 2025.

Ronald Acuña Jr. Outlines How He'll Avoid Injury After Second ACL Tear

Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers (11) can not handle Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) (not pictured) stand up double line drive in the seventh inning at Minute Maid Park.

Red Sox Star Rafael Devers Changes Tune on Position Change Month After Bregman Deal

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani walks to the dugout

Shohei Ohtani Had Simple Message After Arriving in Tokyo for Dodgers' Season Opener

Lucas Giolito poses for Red Sox media day.

Red Sox Announce Former All-Star Pitcher Will Begin Season on Injured List

Tropicana Field viewed from overhead in June 2024.

Rays Announce They've Put Effort to Build New St. Petersburg Ballpark on Ice

Bregman, 30, has quickly established himself as a leader on a young Boston team.

Alex Bregman Is Already Helping the Red Sox’ Present and Future

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Ohtani recently ramped down his bullpen sessions but may return to competitive pitching in May or June.

Exclusive: Shohei Ohtani Opens Up About Tokyo Series, 2025 MLB Season

Rojas, center, is in the middle of many of the Dodgers’ in-flight poker games.

How the Star-Studded Dodgers Stay Competitive Off the Field

Judge may not have to shave because of the Yankees anymore, but his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, still prefers he come home clean.

Yankees’ Wives Carrying On Team’s Abandoned Battle Against Beards

Scherzer says that MLB should institute rules that incentivizes teams to not pull their starting pitchers early.

To Save Starting Pitching, Max Scherzer Thinks It's Time for Radical Change

Dave Roberts Is Finally at Ease With the Dodgers’ Demanding Terms of Endearment

Sasaki possesses an excellent four-seamer, split-finger combo.

MLB Hitters Should Already Fear Roki Sasaki

Red Sox pitchers interact during a spring training workout.

Red Sox’ Spring Fever Sweeping Through Boston’s Clubhouse

Henderson won the American League Rookie of the Year award in 2023 and was named an All-Star last season.

The 25 Best MLB Players Under Age 25 for the 2025 Season

Blanco hurled a no-hitter to begin his 2024 campaign and announce his arrival as an integral member of Houston’s rotation.

Evaluating the Futures of Five Surprising 2024 Breakouts

Rooker’s five-year, $60 million extension, signed in January, cements him as the current face of the Athletics.

Athletics Entering Uncertain Era After Unceremonious Exit From Oakland

Colorado Rockies catcher Braxton Fulford gets his height measured by MLB strength and conditioning coach Jim Malone for the new ABS challenge system.

Men Lie About Their Height—Even Baseball Players

After signing a three-year, $38 million deal with the Mets, Clay Holmes will transition from the bullpen to the rotation.

Mets Relying on Last Season's Blown Saves Leader to Save Banged-Up Starting Rotation

Major League Baseball is testing an automated balls and strikes challenge system in spring training.

MLB’s ABS Challenge System Is Awesome

Leiter, the No. 2 pick of the 2021 draft, mostly struggled in nine MLB games last year but looks better this spring.

Eight Pitchers With Newfound Stuff in Spring Training

Buck called baseball for 24 seasons at Fox before leaving for ESPN.

Joe Buck’s Return to the Baseball Booth Is Good News for Fans

Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts against the Cincinnati Reds during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale.

Los Angeles Dodgers Superstar Mookie Betts Officially Ruled Out For Tokyo Series

Cincinnati Reds non-roster invitee Sal Stewart walks with Barry Larkin between fields at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Postgame Takeaways: Cincinnati Reds Beat Milwaukee Brewers 9-7 in Spring Breakout Game

Feb 27, 2025; Salt River Pima-Maricopa, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) arrives before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Dodgers All-Star Out For Tokyo Series, May Go Home Early for Unfortunate Reason

Sep 24, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics outfielder Esteury Ruiz (1) stands in the dugout after the game against the Detroit Tigers at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

A's Option AL Rookie Stolen Base Leader Acquired in Sean Murphy Trade

Feb 13, 2025; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Hayden Birdsong (60) throws in the bullpen during spring training camp.

San Francisco Giants Final Rotation Battle Heats Up in Exhibition Contest

It's never who you would expect to be the standout prospect

19-Year-Old Phenom Dominates for Braves in Prospect Game

Mar 16, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Ben Lively (39) throws against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning at American Family Fields of Phoenix. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Guardians Starting Pitcher Looking To Build On Breakout Season

May 14, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher J.P. Feyereisen (45) on the mound against the San Francisco Giants during the seventh inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Diamondbacks Sign Former Dodgers Reliever

Oct 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) and Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez (44) warm up before playing against the Detroit Tigers in game one of the Wild Card round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at MinuMandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Houston Astros Offseason Changes Lead to Offense's Slow Spring Training Start