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The Atlanta Braves have added veteran catcher James McCann into the fold with the regular season right around the corner.

Braves Sign Veteran Catcher James McCann to Minor League Contract

The Braves are adding a veteran catcher into the fold with the regular season looming.

The Atlanta Braves have added veteran catcher James McCann into the fold with the regular season right around the corner.

Braves Sign Veteran Catcher James McCann to Minor League Contract

The Braves are adding a veteran catcher into the fold with the regular season looming.

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer

Max Scherzer's Status for Opening Day in Jeopardy After Flare Up of Lingering Injury

Scherzer has been dealing with thumb soreness which would impact his availability for the start of the 2025 seaosn.

New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt celebrates after hitting a two-run home run.

Paul Goldschmidt Immediately Shuts Down Injury Concern After Leaving Game

The new Yankees first baseman left Monday's Spring Training game after the third inning.

Plagued by injuries, Javier Báez recorded one of worst OBPs in Tigers history last season.

How Teams Addressed the Biggest Weaknesses in Baseball

The White Sox had three positions with the lowest OPS+ in the big leagues last year. But how did Chicago, and other clubs, attempt to fix their problems?

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Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman celebrate a home run during the 2024 World Series.

Apple TV+ Releases Trailer for 2024 World Series Documentary 'Fight for Glory'

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts warms up for a Spring Training game.

Mookie Betts Will Miss Dodgers' Tokyo Series vs. Cubs Due to Illness

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

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

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

These fans love Justin Turner.

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

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

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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

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

Mar 8, 2025; Mesa, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs infielder Matt Shaw (77) at bat in the bottom of the third during a spring training game against the Seattle Mariners at Sloan Park.

Chicago Cubs Promote Top Prospect to Finalize Opening Day Roster

Aug 18, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) pitches against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Postgame Takeaways: Reds Offense Falls Flat, Fall to Cleveland Guardians 3-0

After over year in the organization, this lefty is off to Anaheim

Atlanta Braves Flip Lefty Reliever to Los Angeles Angels

Mar 15, 2025; Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan; A view of the main scoreboard before the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Yomiuri Giants at Tokyo Dome. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

How to Watch Dodgers vs Cubs Tokyo Series: Live Stream MLB, TV Channel

Aug 23, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco Giants starter Hayden Birdsong (60) delivers a pitch twelfth inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park.

San Francisco Giants Young Right-Hander Has Staked Claim For Final Rotation Spot

Jul 14, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher James McCann (27) and umpire Emil Jimenez (82) look towards the dugout during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Former Baltimore Orioles Catcher, Atlanta Braves Agree to Free-Agent Deal

Baltimore Orioles catcher James McCann

Braves Add Former All-Star Catcher: Report

Seattle Mariners special assistant coach Ichiro Suzuki looks on before a spring training game against the Chicago White Sox on March 25, 2022, at Peoria Sports Complex.

Influence of Seattle Mariners Legend Ichiro Suzuki Still Felt Two Decades Later

Jun 30, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Justin Bruihl (63) pitches during the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Former Dodgers Standout Reliever Signs With AL East Club