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Kemp after being hit by a pitch in the bottom of the second inning.

Phillies Prospect Sets Painful Hit by Pitch Record

Phillies prospect Otto Kemp was hit by a pitch four times in one game.

Kemp after being hit by a pitch in the bottom of the second inning.

Phillies Prospect Sets Painful Hit by Pitch Record

Phillies prospect Otto Kemp was hit by a pitch four times in one game.

New York Mets relief pitcher Edwin Diaz delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Edwin Diaz Nonchalantly Said His Legs Changed Lengths and Fans Have Questions

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The New York Mets score in the bottom of the 10th inning to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-3 on April 23, 2025.

Alternate Camera Angle Shows Citi Field Coming Alive in Mets Walk-Off Win

The Mets scored two runs in the bottom of the 10th inning to finish a sweep of the Phillies.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell warms up.

Dodgers Cancel Bullpen Session for Blake Snell Due to Shoulder Discomfort

The throwing session was supposed to be a big move in Snell's recovery process.

HEADLINES

Shohei Ohtani became the 32nd player to reach the 50-HR plateau during his historic 50-homer, 50-steal season in 2024.

Every 50-Home Run Season in MLB History

San Diego Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta is 4-1 with a 1.20 ERA in five starts this season.

Padres Dominant Pitching Sets Remarkable Early Season MLB Record

Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout looks on after striking out against the Texas Rangers.

Why Angels Players Are Mad About 6:29 p.m. Start Time for Upcoming Game

Kuiper (left) and Krukow (right) wave to Giants fans in the stands.

Giants Announcers Had Sweet Gesture for Young Fans Who Stayed to Watch Blowout Loss

Terry Francona reacts to a fact about exit velocity.

Terry Francona Nonplussed by Home Run’s Exit Velocity: ‘We Got One Run'

Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ celebrates hitting a walk off single with teammate Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Wrigley Field Erupts After Cubs Walk Off Dodgers in Highlight of the MLB Season

Some Baltimore Orioles fans were met with an accidental overcharge for MASN's new direct-to-consumer streaming product.

Orioles Regional TV Network Mistakenly Charged Fans Nearly $9,000 to Stream Games

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. won the National League MVP Award in 2023.

Jeff Francoeur Boldly Claims the Braves Don't Need Ronald Acuna Jr. After Latest Drama

Trout hits a home run against the Giants.

Mike Trout Mammoth Home Run Traveled Even Further Than Originally Estimated

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns speaks during a press conference.

Mets Exec Had Savage Line About John Rocker That Fans Will Love

Nick Castellanos enjoyed an Uncrustables during Monday's loss to the Mets.

Mets Announcers Tried So Hard to Figure Out Nick Castellanos’s Tasty Mid-Game Snack

Tatis’s eight home runs lead the National League.

Padres Still Look Like Legitimate Contenders Despite Discouraging Offseason

Braves-Cardinals Game Had the Most Anticlimactic Ending of MLB Season

Yankees' bat boy taking advantage of the team's new facial hair policy

Yankees Bat Boy Heroically Taking Full Advantage of Team’s New Beard Policy

Bryce Harper's wife Kay reacts to the surprise in-game gender reveal

Bryce Harper's Wife, Kayla, Had the Sweetest Reaction to Surprise In-Game Gender Reveal

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No One Comes Off Well in Braves’ Three-Pronged Drama

Soto has been plenty productive for the Mets, even if the numbers aren't as eye-popping.

MLB Offseason Acquisitions Grades: Juan Soto, Max Fried Stand Out Early

Campbell ranks fifth in the AL with a .420 on-base percentage.

Kristian Campbell Is the Red Sox’ Greenest Monster

Alonso has seen his power against high-velocity pitches return after an offseason adjustment.

MLB’s Most-Improved Hitters: What’s Behind Their Early Season Success?

Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker posted a career-best .993 OPS in 2024.

Breaking Down 2026 MLB Free Agent Class With Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Off the Board

The Blue Jays are reportedly committing $500 million to their star first baseman.

With Vlad Guerrero Jr. Extension, Blue Jays Recognize the Value of a Homegrown Star

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Vladimir Guerrero Jr. looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park.

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Blue Jays Agree to 14-Year Contract Extension

Merrill hit .292 with 24 home runs and 90 RBIs last year during a stellar rookie campaign.

Jackson Merrill's Team-Friendly Contract Extension Secures San Diego’s Future

Devers recovered from shoulder injuries and was moved off third base this offseason, but his problems at the plate appear to be caused by poor mechanics.

Rafael Devers’s Historic Struggles Come Down to One Issue

Profar was suspended 80 games on Monday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.

Jurickson Profar’s Suspension Is Just the Latest Blow in Braves’ Brutal Start

Andrew McCutchen (22) is one of only two Pirates players over the age of 33.

You’re Not Getting Any Younger: Why Is MLB Relying Less on Veteran Players?

MLB Preview: NL West

2025 MLB Division Previews: National League West

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Skenes started the 2024 All-Star Game as a rookie and has his sights set even higher for this season.

MLB Season Preview: Playoff Predictions, Award Picks and Division Reports

MLB’s Umpire School Is Adapting to a New Era of Increased Scrutiny

MLB Preview: AL West

2025 MLB Division Previews: American League West

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Apr 20, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Globe Life Field. =

Texas Rangers Suffer Major Blow After Losing Superstar Corey Seager To Injured List

Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher A.J. Puk (33) reacts after getting the final out of the game to beat the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

D-backs Manager Regrets "Burning" A.J. Puk, Says he Must Get Better

Apr 18, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs designated hitter Seiya Suzuki (27) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the eight inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Why Chicago Cubs Star Outfielder Was Scratched Before Dodgers Matchup

Sep 24, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mickey Moniak (16) steals second base against Chicago White Sox second baseman Nicky Lopez (8) during the fifth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Recently-Released Angels Infielder Signs MLB Deal With NL Powerhouse

Sep 17, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detailed view of a St. Louis Cardinals hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cardinals Slugger's Ice-Cold Streak Starting To Raise Questions

Apr 20, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros right fielder Cam Smith (11) runs in from the outfield after making the third out against the San Diego Padres to end the top of the fifth inning at Daikin Park.

Houston Astros Experimenting With Expansion of Star Rookie’s Defensive Versatility

Apr 6, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Kumar Rocker (80) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Globe Life Field.

Do Texas Rangers Have Two Rookie of the Year Candidates in Starting Rotation?

Apr 18, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Bryan Reynolds (10) circles the bases after a solo home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the seventh inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Pirates Stick with Hot Lineup vs. Angels

Apr 20, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA;San Diego Padres designated hitter Luis Arraez (4) is carted off the field after he colliding with Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker (8) (not pictured )on the first base line in the first inning at Daikin Park.

Padres Manager Believes Rules Change 'Makes Sense' After Luis Arraez Injury Scare