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Jun 01, 2026

Fantasy baseball free agent pickups: Brown, Mead m...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Ortiz says owner Henry 'worried' about Red Sox
Hall of Famer David Ortiz said Boston Red Sox owner John Henry is concerned about the direction of his last-place team.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Reds' De La Cruz lands on IL with hamstring strain...
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday with a right hamstring strain.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

MLB awards: Ohtani, Judge still lead MVP odds, McG...
Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Do...
Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers. The Brewers are coming on strong.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Who are your club's future stars? Updated top 10 p...
Kiley McDaniel digs in to who's rising and falling in every major league farm system entering June.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Copy of ?? Pirates' post-sweep troll takes 'W' out of Twin...
The Pirates posted Minnesota's logo on X with a minor tweak -- the W in "Twins" was edited out.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Best pitcher of the month battle ever! Did Misioro...
The two National League Cy Young candidates were lights out over the last month.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Updated top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB te...
Kiley McDaniel digs in to who's rising and falling in every major league farm system entering June.

ESPN MLB
Jun 01, 2026

Reds await word on De La Cruz and other Monday new...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Mariners finding groove amid 6-game win streak
After their sixth straight win, a 3-2 walk-off victory against the Diamondbacks on Sunday, it has become clear the Mariners are finding their groove. Over its longest win streak of the season, Seattle has yielded just 12 runs.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Bibee's win drought hits Cleveland-worst 13 starts...
Tanner Bibee became the first pitcher in Cleveland's 125-year franchise history to go winless in his first 13 starts.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Cards recall RHP Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis
The Cardinals recalled right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis and designated right-hander Matt Pushard for assignment on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Yanks overwhelm A's with historic 13-run inning
The Yankees scored 13 runs in an inning for the first time in nearly 21 years Sunday as their first 12 batters in the third reached safely against an overwhelmed pitching staff for the Athletics.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Pirates take the 'W' out of Twins in post-sweep so...
The Pirates posted Minnesota's logo on X with a minor tweak -- the W in "Twins" was edited out.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Realmuto exits with left wrist contusion after HBP...
Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto left Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a left wrist contusion after getting hit by a pitch.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Harper on labor talks: 'Can't lose that momentum'
Phillies star Bryce Harper expressed concern over what could happen to the sport if the 2027 season is compromised because of a lockout.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Jays' Sanchez hurts wrist on ball thrown by fan
Blue Jays outfielder Jesus Sánchez left Sunday's game against the Orioles after he was hit on the wrist by a ball thrown from the stands.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Pirates put righty Mlodzinski on restricted list
The Pittsburgh Pirates put Carmen Mlodzinski on the restricted list Sunday, saying the right-hander was not ready to pitch this weekend.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Reds' De La Cruz exits with hamstring tightness
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz left Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves with right hamstring tightness after singling to right center in the fifth inning.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Raleigh (oblique) awaits next steps from Mariners
Veteran catcher Cal Raleigh, last year's American League MVP runner-up, doesn't know yet when he'll begin a rehab assignment for his right oblique strain, but the Seattle Mariners star hopes that will change within a few days, he told reporters on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Twins put right-hander Ober (elbow) on 15-day IL
The Minnesota Twins put right-hander Bailey Ober on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation. Ober is 6-3 with a 4.59 ERA in 66? innings this season.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Junk becomes latest Marlins pitcher to land on IL
The Marlins' pitching staff took another hit Sunday, when Janson Junk was placed on the 15-day injured list due to right shin inflammation.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

Fantasy Baseball Forecaster for Week 10: June 1-7
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our preview featuring pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and schedule observations.

ESPN MLB
May 31, 2026

A's get wrong end of ABS gaffe against Yankees
The ABS system appeared to hit a rare glitch Saturday when a pitch to A's catcher Shea Langeliers was confirmed as a strike even though the replay showed it missed the zone by a little less than an inch.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

Tatis hits 451-foot HR to end MLB-worst drought
Fernando Tatis Jr., in an MLB-worst drought, finally hit his first homer of the season with a 451-foot solo shot to left field against the Nationals.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

A's Severino goes on IL with right shoulder strain...
Athletics right-hander Luis Severino went on the injured list Saturday, one day after what was described at the time as a sore right arm caused him to leave a game after one inning.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

Mazzilli, Valentine enshrined in Mets Hall of Fame...
Lee Mazzilli and Bobby Valentine, longtime friends who represent two different eras of the New York Mets, were inducted into the team's Hall of Fame together.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

ChiSox 1B Murakami (hamstring) out 4-6 weeks
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami is expected to miss four to six weeks with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, manager Will Venable announced Saturday.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

Twins designate Woods Richardson for assignment
Twins designated struggling starting pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment and recalled rookie John Klein on Saturday.

ESPN MLB
May 30, 2026

Incog-neato: Bobby V dons famous disguise again
On the eve of his induction into the Mets Hall of Fame, former manager Bobby Valentine again wore his famous sunglasses and fake mustache disguise while throwing out the ceremonial first pitch Friday night at Citi Field.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Mariners' Raleigh takes 1st swings off tee in reha...
Cal Raleigh, who was placed on the injured list May 14 with a right oblique strain, took his first swings since the Seattle Mariners catcher aggravated an injury to his right side.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Mets bump Peterson from rotation for Manaea
The Mets are demoting David Peterson, an All-Star in 2025, to the bullpen and replacing him in the rotation with Sean Manaea.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Dodgers make flurry of moves to reshape bench
Dodgers have made a flurry of moves to remake their bench after injuries to starting outfielder Teoscar Hernández and utility man Kiké Hernández.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Athletics' Severino injured, exits after one innin...
Athletics right-hander Luis Severino left his start against the Yankees after one inning Friday night because of right arm soreness, the team said.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

White Sox star Murakami (hamstring) exits early
White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami left Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers in the third inning because of right hamstring tightness.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Phillies' Nola on paternity list; Hoffman recalled...
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola was placed on the paternity list Friday, ahead of the team's three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Cardinals call up Crooks to serve as No. 2 catcher...
The Cardinals called up catcher Jimmy Crooks from Triple-A, and manager Oliver Marmol said he plans to give him significant playing time as Ivan Herrera's backup.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Mize lands on IL, further depleting Tigers' rotati...
The Tigers placed starter Casey Mize on the IL with right adductor inflammation on Friday.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Marlins' Pérez (leg) expected to miss 2 months
Marlins pitcher Eury Pérez is expected to miss about two months with a leg injury sustained while he was stretching in the dugout.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Giants reassign 3B coach Borg, tab Wotus interim
The Giants have reassigned third base coach Hector Borg to a new role within their player development staff, the team announced Friday.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Rays reinstate 2B Williamson off injured list
The Rays second baseman Ben Williamson has come off the injured list after missing two weeks with a lower back strain.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Brewers reliever Uribe gets 1-game suspension
Milwaukee reliever Abner Uribe received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for his inappropriate actions toward the St. Louis dugout earlier this week, MLB announced Friday.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

'Hey, where's your mustache and glasses?': Bobby V...
On June 9, 1999, Mets skipper Bobby Valentine went incognito after being ejected from a game. He tells ESPN how the night still defines him -- and how his players were involved in hatching the plan.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Twins place Rojas on IL with elbow inflammation
The Minnesota Twins placed left-hander Kendry Rojas on the 15-day injured list Friday because of elbow inflammation.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Fantasy baseball: Pittsburgh's lineup in flux and ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

?? The man behind the Savannah Bananas' moves
Choreographer Maceo Harrison found his purpose in dance. It led him to a stage he never could have imagined.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

? Power Rankings: Where every team stands
Two months into the 2026 season, the top of our list is becoming more consistent. But Week 9 still brought a top-10 debut and one AL club's highest ranking of the season.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Copy of Updated 2026 MLB mock draft: Most likely first pic...
Who is rising up your team's draft board? Here's what we're hearing about the first 40 picks.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

Ranking college teams with the most MLB draft pros...
Is your school loaded with stars? As college baseball regionals begin, we rank the loaded rosters.

ESPN MLB
May 29, 2026

How worried should fans be? Is a salary cap (and f...
Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Pirates' Jones set to make first start since 2024
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones will make his first MLB appearance since 2024 when he starts against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Texas' Smith (viral meningitis) unsure on return
Rangers second baseman Josh Smith was back in uniform Thursday for the first time since being hospitalized in mid-May with viral meningitis but said he's unsure when he'll return to play.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Pirates rookie Griffin (sore forearm) not in lineu...
The Pirates kept shortstop Konnor Griffin out of the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Cubs due to soreness in his right forearm.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

MLB proposes first salary cap since 1994 strike
Major League Baseball owners proposed a hard salary cap to players as part of the next CBA on Thursday, their first firm cap proposal since 1994.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

BoSox's Whitlock put on IL with knee inflammation
The Boston Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with left knee inflammation. The move is retroactive to May 25.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Tigers put Jansen on IL with pelvic inflammation
The Tigers placed closer Kenley Jansen on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with pelvic inflammation.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Tatis outside the top 50? Schmitt a top-10 hitter?...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Is your school loaded with stars? Ranking college ...
As college baseball regionals arrive, we rank the rosters loaded with top-level talent.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands in our...
Two months into the 2026 season, the top of our list is becoming more consistent. But Week 9 still brought a top-10 debut and one AL club's highest ranking of the season.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

How a photographer captured Nolan Ryan's bloody jersey and created a 'Texas demigod'
Linda Kaye immortalized the pitcher in 1990, and their bond lasted for years.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Kenley Jansen, Teoscar Hernandez leave games early...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Closer stock watch: Varland, Soto rise while Janse...
Eric Karabell looks at the current batch of closers in fantasy baseball and which ones you need to pick up now.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Clean start: Mets' Benge has key hits after shave
Carson Benge figured maybe that scraggly mustache was holding him back -- so the rookie outfielder made a big league decision that was followed by a pair of clutch singles in the Mets' win over the Reds.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Alvarez's second straight 2-HR night carries Astro...
Yordan Alvarez homered twice for the second straight night, with his second blast Wednesday night breaking a 3-3 tie to give the Astros a 4-3 victory over the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Ohtani dissatisfied despite L.A.'s no-hit bid, HR
Shohei Ohtani lamented the flaws in his performance Wednesday night -- even after hitting a leadoff home run and positioning the Dodgers for a combined no-hitter.

ESPN MLB
May 28, 2026

Yanks' Cole dazzles again, but notes 'it's 2 games...
The Yankees' Gerrit Cole was quick to point out Wednesday night that his second straight dominant start in his long-awaited return from Tommy John surgery was just that: his second start. "Small sample size," the former Cy Young winner said.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Tigers lose pitchers Mize, Jansen to groin injurie...
Detroit Tigers pitchers Casey Mize and Kenley Jansen both left Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels because of right groin injuries.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Dodgers prospect injured trying to dodge bat dog
Dodgers outfield prospect Kendall George suffered an injury to his patellar tendon while jumping out of the way to avoid a bat dog in Monday's game for the Double-A Tulsa Drillers.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Dodgers' Hernández has 'significant' oblique tear
Enrique Hernández was placed back on the injured list Wednesday because of an oblique tear that will keep him out for several weeks, if not months.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Cards' May loses no-hitter in 8th as Brewers rally...
Dustin May carried a no-hitter into the eighth for the Cardinals, but the Brewers broke through in the eighth inning with three hits as they rallied for a 2-1 victory.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

McCutchen designated for assignment by Rangers
Former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen was designated for assignment by the Rangers on Wednesday, after he hit .192 in his 37 games with the team.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Sánchez scoreless run tops Phils record from 1911
Cristopher Sánchez extended his scoreless innings streak to 44? innings on Wednesday to set the Phillies franchise record by passing Hall of Famer Grover Cleveland Alexander.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Reds' Lowder takes next step, throws sim game
Cincinnati Reds starter Rhett Lowder threw 45 pitches to hitters Wednesday at Citi Field, the next step in his recovery from a right shoulder injury.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

MLB gets first official CBA proposal from union
The Major League Baseball Players Association made the first proposal in collective bargaining talks with MLB.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Marlins' Pérez leaves start with hamstring spasm
Marlins starter Eury Pérez left after four shutout innings Wednesday at Toronto when his right hamstring spasmed while stretching.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Cards' Marmol: Warning misinterpreted by Uribe
Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol warned the Brewers on Tuesday about relaying signs from the dugout, including pointing at his ribs, which led to Abner Uribe's antics.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

A .140 average for an MLB regular? Breaking down how bad you can hit and still stay in the lineup
Several elite defensive players are struggling big-time at the plate in 2026. Here's what history says about their ability to stick in the lineup and what options their teams have.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

A .140 average for an MLB regular?! Breaking down how bad you can hit and still stay in the lineup
Several elite defensive players are struggling big-time at the plate in 2026. Here's what history says about their ability to stick in the lineup and what options their teams have.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

'That's why everyone calls him El Mago': Inside Ja...
During the height of his run with the Cubs, Baez pulled off a magic trick that made the Pirates look like Little Leaguers. Here's how it all went down.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Chiefs' Kelce joining Guardians ownership group
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is joining the Guardians ownership group as a minority investor, he told ESPN, purchasing a stake in the team he grew up watching.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Dodgers' Hernández injured after scorching return
Kiké Hernández is probably headed to the injured list because of a strained left oblique only two days into his season debut for the Dodgers.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

A's Kurtz sees on-base streak halted at 48 games
Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz had his 48-game on-base streak stopped when he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in a 4-1 loss to the Mariners on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Ohtani still set to start Wed. after hand hit by p...
Shohei Ohtani was hit on the right hand by a pitch and left the Dodgers' game against the Rockies on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

In Yanks first, every starter gets at least 2 hits...
The Yankees got at least two hits from every player in their starting lineup Tuesday night for the first time in their storied history, putting up 24 total in a 15-1 rout of the Royals.

ESPN MLB
May 27, 2026

Brewers' Murphy 'embarrassed' by Uribe's antics
Brewers manager Pat Murphy said antics on the mound by Milwaukee reliever Abner Uribe after an inning-ending strikeout in a 6-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night were unacceptable.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Reeling Cubs see losing streak hit 10 games
The Cubs losing streak hit 10 games after they were routed 12-1 by the Pirates on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Rangers, no-hit a night ago, score 8 in 1st inning...
Joc Pederson hit a three-run homer to cap an eight-run first inning for Texas, a night after three Houston pitchers combined to throw a no-hitter against the Rangers.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Reds' Greene throws 1st side session amid rehab
Red right-hander Hunter Greene took another step in his rehab from elbow surgery, throwing 15 to 20 pitches during a side session on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Rays' Jax leaves start vs. O's after liner hits ba...
Rays right-hander Griffin Jax left his start against the Orioles a few batters after being hit in the back by a line drive in the second inning.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

White Sox move Schultz over to IL, recall Sandlin
Chicago put left-handed pitcher Noah Schultz on the 15-day injured list because of right knee patellar tendinitis and recalled right-hander David Sandlin from Triple-A Charlotte, the White Sox said Tuesday before their game against the Minnesota Twins.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Cubs LHP Boyd scheduled for two rehab starts
Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd is scheduled to make the first of what is expected to be two rehab starts for Triple-A Iowa on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Former Braves slugger Bob Horner dies at 68
Bob Horner, the power-hitting third baseman who was the No. 1 draft pick in 1978 and hit a home run in his debut with the Atlanta Braves after skipping the minor leagues, has died. He was 68.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Fantasy baseball closer stock watch: Varland, Soto...
Eric Karabell looks at the current batch of closers in fantasy baseball and which ones you need to pick up now.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Brewers place SP Henderson on IL with back strain
Pitcher Logan Henderson, 24, who pitched five shutout innings Friday in a 5-1 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, has been placed on the injured list by the Milwaukee Brewers with a lower back strain, but the club made the move retroactive to Saturday.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Rays sign veteran Kimbrel to shore up bullpen
The Rays signed right-handed reliever Craig Kimbrel to a major league contract on Tuesday to shore up their bullpen.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Passan: How collecting Pokémon cards became MLB's ...
Inside MLB clubhouses, baseball's biggest stars are trading cards hoping for rare finds just like collectors everywhere.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

A's forced to scramble and other news for Tuesday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Ohtani for MVP -- and Cy Young? Early rankings for...
With Memorial Day weekend behind us, it's time to take our first look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.

ESPN MLB
May 26, 2026

Pokémon lairs, autographed cards and custom gloves...
Inside MLB clubhouses, baseball's biggest stars are trading cards hoping for rare finds just like collectors everywhere.

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