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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

Boston has a log jam at third base after signing Alex Bregman in the offseason.

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

Boston has a log jam at third base after signing Alex Bregman in the offseason.

Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani walks to the dugout

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

Shohei Ohtani had a short but sweet message after the Dodgers arrived in Japan.

Lucas Giolito poses for Red Sox media day.

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

The hurler missed all of 2024.

Tropicana Field viewed from overhead in June 2024.

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

Tampa Bay faces an uncertain future.

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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

Bobby Witt Jr. took a fastball to the forearm on Wednesday

Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. Offers Positive Injury Update After Getting Beaned by Fastball

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale.

Elly De La Cruz Left Terry Francona in Awe With Score From Second on Double-Steal

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto rounds third base following a home run against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Juan Soto Silenced Heckling Fan by Hitting Monster Home Run Directly Right at Him

Texas Rangers cap

Vulgar Texas Rangers Hat Pulled From Stores Selling for Big Money on eBay

Javy Baez takes a throw off the helmet as the Detroit Tigers face the Tampa Bay Rays in spring training.

Tigers’ Javier Baez in Weirdest Double Play After Having Ball Thrown Off His Head

MLB umpire Quinn Wolcott finally got this call right.

MLB Ump Had the Funniest Call of Spring Training After Debating With Himself

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

The Braves got a visitor in their bullpen on Tuesday

Braves-Tigers Spring Training Game Unexpectedly Featured Raccoon Visiting Bullpen

General view of American Family Fields stadium, spring training home of the Milwaukee Brewers, following Major League Baseball's decision to suspend all spring training games on March 12, 2020 in Phoenix, Arizona. The decision was made due to concerns of the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

MLB Broadcaster O.K. After Suffering Scary Foul Ball Injury in Booth During Game

Guerrero Jr. swings the bat during a spring training game.

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Wants $500 Million From Blue Jays—With Key Caveat

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki during workouts at spring training.

Roki Sasaki Unleashes Nasty Splitter During Dominant Spring Training Start

Ohtani with his dog Decoy.

Shohei Ohtani's Dog Decoy May Have Helped Recruit Roki Sasaki to Dodgers

New York Yankees third base Jazz Chisholm Jr. is congratulated by shortstop Anthony Volpe.

Anthony Volpe's Dad Had Such a Meaningful Gift for Son's Teammate Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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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

Ohtani is on track to toe the rubber in game action in May.

Shohei Ohtani’s New Windup Could Make Him Even More Effective On the Mound

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki speaks during an introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium.

Ranking the Five MLB Teams With the Best Offseasons Heading into Spring Training

Sep 5, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jack Kochanowicz (64) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

All 3 Angels Competing for Final Rotation Spot Could Make Roster, Says GM

Jun 11, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. (58) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the seventh inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Padres Free Agent Signs With Mexican League Team

Apr 16, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Forrest Whitley (60) walks off the mound after pitching during the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Minute Maid Park

Time Is Running Out for Houston Astros Previous Top Prospect After Latest Injury

Sep 27, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom (48) throws against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Angel Stadium.

Texas Rangers Star Considered AL Cy Young Favorite After Healthy Offseason

Sep 2, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at Wrigley Field.

Should Chicago Cubs Entertain Trading Former Ace to AL Rival Before Opening Day?

Sep 18, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol (37) argues with umpire DJ Reyburn (17) after he was ejected from the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fourth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Cardinals Manager Oli Marmol On 'Hot Seat' As Unpredictable 2025 Season Approaches

Aug 17, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (40) pitches in the second inning of the MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Kansas City Royals at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024. Mandatory Credit: Albert Cesare/The Cincinnati Enquirer-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Reds Give Up 11 Runs in Ninth Inning, Fall to A's 12-1

Seattle Mariners pitcher George Kirby walks off the field during a game against the Texas Rangers on Sept. 20 at Globe Life Field.

Seattle Mariners Manager Gives Injury Update on Starting Pitcher George Kirby

Mar 2, 2025; Scottsdale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Robbie Ray (38) pitches against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning at Scottsdale Stadium

Forgotten San Francisco Giants Pitcher Could Be NL Cy Young Dark Horse