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Detroit Tiger left fielder Baddoo catches a fly ball for an out against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

Tigers' Akil Baddoo Made a Case for the Best Defensive Inning Ever vs. Blue Jays

Back-to-back incredible catches to end an inning and save multiple runs? Not too shabby.

Detroit Tiger left fielder Baddoo catches a fly ball for an out against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

Tigers' Akil Baddoo Made a Case for the Best Defensive Inning Ever vs. Blue Jays

Back-to-back incredible catches to end an inning and save multiple runs? Not too shabby.

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes strikes out Bryce Harper with a 100 mph fastball.

Paul Skenes Struck Out Bryce Harper With Three Straight Nasty Fastballs

A nasty series of fastballs from Paul Skenes sent Bryce Harper back to the dugout in just three pitches.

Red Sox manager Cora is prior to a game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field.

Alex Cora to Miss Monday's Red Sox Game for Special Reason

Alex Cora will miss Monday's Red Sox game to attend his daughter's college graduation.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have designated longtime utility player Chris Taylor for assignment.

Dodgers Cut Ties With Longtime Utility Player Chris Taylor

Taylor joins Austin Barnes in being designated for assignment.

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The Baltimore Orioles have released veteran starter Kyle Gibson.

Orioles Already Cut Ties With Offseason Signing Amid Sluggish Start to Season

Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado

Phillies Reliever Hit With 80-Game Suspension for PEDs

Jansen intentionally balked Ohtani to third base during the bottom of the ninth inning of Saturday's win over the Dodgers.

Kenley Jansen Had Smart Reason for Intentional Balk of Shohei Ohtani to Third Base

The Twins, winners of 13 straight, have also pitched 33 consecutive scoreless innings.

Twins Make Franchise History With Scoreless Innings Streak in 13th Straight Win

The Orioles fire Hyde on Saturday.

Heartbroken Orioles Players Take Accountability for Brandon Hyde's Firing

Alex Verdugo laughs off a very not close play at home.

Alex Verdugo Had Good-Natured Reaction to Being Out By a Mile at Home Plate

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

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

The Baltimore Orioles have fired manager Brandon Hyde.

Baltimore Orioles Fire Manager Brandon Hyde

New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto points to Yankees fans.

Juan Soto Received a Rare Booing Standing Ovation From Fans in Return to Yankee Stadium

Phillies broadcast pays tribute to their old scorebug.

Phillies Broadcast Pays Tribute to Fallen ‘P-0-0-P’ Scorebug for Games vs. Pirates

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola throws a pitch.

Phillies Place Starting Pitcher Aaron Nola on 15-Day IL

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (22) throws against the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium.

Clayton Kershaw Reveals Most Exciting Aspect of Comeback From Injury

Fenway Park is synonymous with left field's Green Monster.

Red Sox Unveil New Green Monster-Inspired City Connect Uniforms

Fans show off Pope Leo XIV jerseys before the game against the Miami Marlins at Rate Field.

The Pope Is Selling More White Sox Jerseys Than Any Player Actually on the Team

A White Sox fan dressed as the pope attends a game against the Miami Marlins.

White Sox Backers Dressed As Their Most Famous Fan for Game Against Cubs

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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?

Paul Skenes Is Aiming to Break Baseball’s Ultimate Barrier

Judge is off to a great start to the season, hitting .406 in the first month.

Aaron Judge’s Evolution Has Made Him the Best Pure Hitter in Baseball

Red Sox Could Make 'Panic Trade' For Rays' Former Batting Champion

Apr 15, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jose Alvarado (46) reacts after recording a strikeout against the San Francisco Giants in the eighth inning at Citizens Bank Park. All players wore #42 for Jackie Robinson Day. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Mets NL East rival's star receives 80 game suspension for PEDS

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Emerson Hancock (26) throws a pitch during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on May 17.

Emerson Hancock Hits Highest Velocity of Career in Major Performance For Seattle Mariners

Red-Hot Cardinals Should Bring 4-Time All-Star To St. Louis

Apr 8, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Justin Martinez (63) and Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) slap hands after defeating the Baltimore Orioles at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

D-backs Justin Martinez Will Head to Reno for Rehab Assignment

Jul 12, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chris Stratton (46) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Former Pirates Pitcher Designated for Assignment

May 15, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Athletics pitcher Jason Alexander (49) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning of the game at Dodger Stadium.

Astros Claim Struggling Reliever Off Waivers From AL West Rival

Braves add more pitching depth to the organization

Braves Claim Relief Pitcher From Mets

Sep 4, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Scott Effross (59) comes in to pitch during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images

Yankees Option RHP After Rehab Assignment