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New York Postsports6 hrs ago
Player receives most fan votes for National League All-Star starting spot
A player earned the National League's starting designated hitter position after receiving more than 3.3 million votes in the first round of fan balloting. The full rosters for the game will be announced next week.
jessitron.comsports8 hrs ago
Pitcher Posts Lowest ERA in Eight-Start Span in League History
A 24-year-old right-hander enters a three-game series with a 7-0 record and 0.17 ERA over his last eight starts. The performance tops every comparable stretch recorded in either league.
yardbarker.comsports8 hrs ago
Athletics Left-Hander Gage Jump Allows No Runs in Five Innings but Oakland Falls 2-1 to Giants
Gage Jump struck out nine and allowed three hits in a June 24 start against the Giants. The 23-year-old left-hander has posted a 1.27 ERA since his May 26 call-up.
yardbarker.comsports10 hrs ago
Rays lose combined no-hitter in ninth inning against Royals
The Tampa Bay Rays lost a combined no-hitter against the Kansas City Royals when Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning Thursday. Tampa Bay led 13-0 at the time and finished with a 13-2 win.
yardbarker.comsports12 hrs ago
Dansby Swanson Drives in 11 Runs as Cubs Sweep Mets in Doubleheader
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson drove in 11 runs across two games against the New York Mets on June 24, 2026, setting a franchise record. He added four more RBIs the prior night for 15 in the series.
yardbarker.comsports12 hrs ago
Dodgers Pitcher Allows Three Runs in Second Inning but Wins 4-3
A starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers gave up three runs in the second inning before settling down to earn the win. The team defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-3 on Wednesday night.
nypost.comsports12 hrs ago
Mets Plan to Promote Pitching Prospect After Trade
The Mets intend to call up left-handed pitcher Zach Thornton to start Friday. The move follows the trade of David Peterson to another team.
fantasypros.comsports14 hrs ago
Midway point of 2026 season brings roster changes and injury updates
Several teams reported roster adjustments and injury developments as clubs reached their 81st games. Washington posted the highest-scoring offense while Miami moved above .500. Multiple clubs face roster gaps ahead of the trade deadline.
yardbarker.comsports14 hrs agoUpdated
Cubs Acquire Mets Pitcher David Peterson, Send Minor-League Infielder Cole Mathis in Return
The Chicago Cubs are acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets in exchange for minor-league infielder Cole Mathis. The trade was reported on Thursday.
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japantimes.co.jpsports23 hrs ago
Shohei Ohtani Strikes Out Eight as Dodgers Sweep Twins 4-3
Shohei Ohtani struck out eight batters over six innings and added two hits with an RBI to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night. The victory completed a three-game road sweep for Los Angeles at Target Field.
nypost.comsports1 day ago
Former baseball executive says daughter died after brain cancer diagnosis
A former baseball executive announced that his 28-year-old daughter died one day earlier following a nearly yearlong battle with glioblastoma. The announcement was made on social media and during a podcast appearance.
nypost.comsports1 day ago
Manager questions rainout decision and criticizes replay rule after ejection
A manager expressed frustration after two consecutive rainouts and later criticized a league rule that led to an ejection during a replay review. The incidents occurred during a series in New York.
blogs.fangraphs.comsports1 day ago
Giants first baseman apologizes to manager after ninth-inning dispute
Rafael Devers told reporters the incident stemmed from a misunderstanding about a hamstring injury. Manager Tony Vitello called the matter a nonissue after the two spoke on the team flight.
ESPNsports1 day agoUpdated
Royals Pitcher Cole Ragans Expected to Undergo Left Elbow Surgery
Kansas City Royals left-hander Cole Ragans will have surgery to address a left elbow impingement that has kept him out since early May. Manager Matt Quatraro said Tuesday that Ragans will consult another doctor this week to set the procedure and recovery timeline. The 28-year-old…
Fox Newssports1 day ago
Yankees Edge Tigers 4-3 on Chisholm Jr. Sixth-Inning Homer
Jazz Chisholm Jr. went 2-for-4 with a sixth-inning two-run home run to lead the New York Yankees past the Detroit Tigers. The win improved New York to 47-31 and preserved its three-game lead in the American League East.
sportsnet.casports1 day ago
Juan Soto Leaves Mets Game After Four Innings With Back Tightness, Day-to-Day Status
Juan Soto left the New York Mets' game against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday with left-side back tightness. Manager Carlos Mendoza called the outfielder day-to-day. The Mets lost the contest 9-6.
nypost.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Cubs Pitcher Edward Cabrera Exits with Leg Injury After Securing Win vs. Mets
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera injured his left leg while covering first base in the fifth inning against the New York Mets on June 23. He was diagnosed with a left hamstring/adductor strain and will undergo further testing on June 24.
CBS Sportssports1 day ago
Yankees second baseman hits go-ahead homer, displays bucket of lollipops
The player hit a two-run home run in the sixth inning against Detroit. He then showed a bucket of lollipops to television cameras in the dugout.
foxnews.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Phillies Scratch Kyle Schwarber from Lineup with Back Tightness
Kyle Schwarber, who leads the majors with 29 home runs, was removed from the Philadelphia Phillies lineup Tuesday night against the Washington Nationals. Edmundo Sosa replaced him at designated hitter after the announcement five minutes before first pitch.
nypost.comsports2 days ago
Manager comments on player eating lollipop during game
A manager expressed frustration after a player was seen sucking on a green lollipop while playing second base. The incident occurred during a game that ended in a third straight loss. The player had gone 1-for-4 with two strikeouts in the contest.
msnbc.comsports2 days ago
Milwaukee Brewers Release Luis Rengifo One Week After Designation
The Milwaukee Brewers released infielder Luis Rengifo on Tuesday after he opened the season as their primary third baseman. The team also announced that outfielder Brandon Lockridge will undergo knee surgery on Thursday.
msnbc.comsports2 days ago
Cincinnati Reds Activate Elly De La Cruz After Three Weeks on Injured List
The Reds returned shortstop Elly De La Cruz to the active roster on June 23 and inserted him into the lineup against the Milwaukee Brewers. Outfielder Will Benson was optioned to Triple-A Louisville to make room.
New York Postsports2 days ago
Second baseman eats lollipop during game, manager expresses displeasure
A player consumed a green lollipop while positioned at second base during the fifth inning of a contest that ended in a third consecutive defeat. The manager later stated the action angered him. The incident occurred Monday night in Detroit.
kottke.orgsports2 days ago
Ribbie Turns MLB Data Into 8-Bit Pixel-Art Game Broadcasts
TechCrunch reported that Eric Brownrout built Ribbie to display real-time MLB games with retro pixel art. The site uses public MLB data and AI coding tools for animated stadiums and player sprites.
France 24sports2 days ago
Scotland's Tartan Army attends Miami Marlins game before World Cup match
Scotland's Tartan Army attended a Miami Marlins game against the Texas Rangers on Monday as part of a ticket package. The group is in Miami ahead of Scotland's World Cup match against Brazil on Wednesday.
ESPNsports3 days ago
Phillies Recall Alan Rangel, Reinstate Kyle Backhus Ahead of Nationals Series
The Philadelphia Phillies recalled right-hander Alan Rangel from Triple-A Lehigh Valley and reinstated left-hander Kyle Backhus from the 15-day injured list on June 22. The team also optioned right-hander Max Lazar to Triple-A and designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignme…
ESPNsports3 days ago
Pitcher earns first win since 2024 in 9-4 victory
A left-handed pitcher recorded his first win since May 2024 after allowing two runs over six innings. The team scored eight runs in the second inning to secure the result.
ESPNsports3 days ago
Team places right-hander on injured list with ankle issue
The team placed a right-handed pitcher on the 15-day injured list Sunday due to an ankle injury. The shortstop remains out while recovering from a concussion.
ESPNsports3 days agoUpdated
Phillies defeat Mets 15-3
One player hit three home runs and another hit for the cycle in a 15-3 win. The cycle was the 11th in franchise history and the first since 2024.
yardbarker.comsports3 days ago
Giants rookie Bryce Eldridge batting .348 in June, still trails betting favorite for NL Rookie of the Year
San Francisco Giants outfielder Bryce Eldridge has posted the top batting average and OPS among qualified National League rookies since his recall from Triple-A on May 4. Manager Tony Vitello said on June 18 the team wants to maximize his at-bats.
yardbarker.comsports3 days ago
Red Sox and Rockies open three-game series in Denver
The Boston Red Sox and Colorado Rockies, both last in their divisions, begin a three-game series Monday night. The matchup comes 19 years after the teams met in the 2007 World Series.
Forbessports3 days ago
Justin Dean Hits First Major-League Triple in Cubs Debut
The outfielder, waived twice after a 2025 World Series win with the Dodgers, recorded his first big-league hit last week. Forbes reported the details of the triple and Dean's reaction.
japantimes.co.jpsports3 days ago
LG Twins hold three-game lead in South Korean baseball standings
The LG Twins enter the week with a 45-26 record and a three-game advantage over the second-place KT Wiz. The team will host the Samsung Lions for three games before traveling to Busan to face the Lotte Giants.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Orioles defeat Dodgers 12-1 at Dodger Stadium
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Baltimore Orioles 12-1 on Sunday. The game followed a warehouse fire near the stadium that produced haze before first pitch.
New York Postsports4 days ago
Giants First Baseman Objects to Pinch-Run Substitution in Ninth Inning
Rafael Devers refused to leave first base for a faster runner during a 2-1 loss. Manager Tony Vitello defended the decision as the best chance to tie the game.
Usa Todaysports4 days ago
Giants Lose 2-1 Sweep Finale After Devers Removed for Pinch Runner
Rafael Devers wagged his finger at manager Tony Vitello after being taken out for a pinch runner in the ninth inning of a 2-1 loss that completed a sweep in Miami.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Yankees lose second straight game to Reds
The Yankees dropped their second consecutive game to the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday in The Bronx. The team committed multiple errors and went hitless with runners in scoring position.
sportsnet.casports4 days ago
Rays Edge Nationals 4-3 on DeLuca’s Seventh-Inning Homer
Jonny DeLuca's seventh-inning blast lifted the Tampa Bay Rays to a 4-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday at Tropicana Field.
nypost.comsports4 days ago
Marlins Sweep Giants 2-1 to Complete Three-Game Series Win
San Francisco lost 2-1 on Sunday and dropped to 15 games below .500. Logan Webb allowed two runs over eight innings.
brobible.comsports4 days ago
Justice Department Probes MLB Over Warnings to Giants Players for Altering Pride Night Caps
The Department of Justice is examining whether MLB violated Title VII after warning three San Francisco Giants players for writing Bible verses on Pride Night caps. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon cited a double standard with past allowances for social justice messages…
CBS Sportssports4 days ago
Umpire Rules Runner Out on Glove Contact, Ending Game
Officials called a runner out for interference after his foot contacted a fielder's glove on a potential game-ending play. The call stood after umpires reviewed video and ended the contest.
CBS Sportssports4 days agoUpdated
Two batters combine for cycle and three home runs in 15-3 win
One player hit for the cycle and another hit three home runs as a team scored 15 runs in a game. The performances produced the first such combined feat since 1932.
reviewjournal.comsports4 days ago
Oklahoma Beats North Carolina 9-3 in College World Series Opener
Oklahoma took a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three Men's College World Series finals with a 9-3 win over North Carolina on June 20.
Fox Newssports4 days ago
Rockies beat Pirates 2-1 after ninth-inning interference call
The Colorado Rockies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Saturday night. A baserunner interference ruling in the ninth inning ended a potential tying rally for Pittsburgh.
Forbessports4 days ago
Clayton Kershaw Says MLB Did Not Contact Him Over Pride Hat Bible Verse
The former Dodgers pitcher told teammate Blake Treinen that MLB issued no warning when he wrote 'Gen 9:12-16' on his Pride Night cap in 2025.
Abc Newssports4 days ago
Orioles Defeat Dodgers 3-2 Behind Rogers' Seven Scoreless Innings
Trevor Rogers allowed one hit in seven innings as Baltimore beat Los Angeles 3-2 on June 20, 2026. Shohei Ohtani homered in the ninth after missing the prior game for the birth of his second child.
Abc Newssports4 days ago
Red Sox beat Mariners 5-1 behind Abreu's homer and Early's six innings
Wilyer Abreu hit a two-run homer and Connelly Early allowed one run over six innings as the Boston Red Sox defeated the Seattle Mariners 5-1 on Saturday night in Seattle.
Abc Newssports4 days ago
Angels Shut Out Athletics 7-0 Behind Five-Hit Effort
Walbert Ureña and three relievers combined for a five-hitter as the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Athletics 7-0 on Saturday night in West Sacramento, California.
Abc Newssports4 days ago
Twins score 10 in fifth inning to beat Diamondbacks 16-8
Byron Buxton hit a grand slam during a 10-run fifth inning as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 16-8 on Saturday night. Minnesota collected 20 hits and chased Arizona starter Zac Gallen after four-plus innings.
ESPNsports5 days ago
Oklahoma Defeats North Carolina 9-3 in Game 1 of Men's College World Series Finals
Deiten Lachance hit two home runs as Oklahoma moved within one win of the national title. The Sooners will play for the championship on Sunday.
New York Postsports5 days ago
Mets second baseman raises June OPS to .750 with four home runs
Marcus Semien has posted a .750 OPS in June after beginning the season with a .225 batting average. The Mets have won eight of their last 14 games as Semien contributes at the plate.
Forbessports5 days ago
Former Blue Jays Infielder Elects Free Agency After Dodgers Release
Santiago Espinal cleared waivers and elected free agency after the Los Angeles Dodgers designated him for assignment. The 31-year-old infielder had rejoined the team earlier this season on a minor-league deal.
ESPNsports5 days ago
Marlins Scratch Liam Hicks From Lineup With Back Tightness
Miami Marlins slugger Liam Hicks was scratched from Saturday's game against the San Francisco Giants due to back tightness. Esteury Ruiz replaced Hicks in the lineup.
japantimes.co.jpsports5 days agoUpdated
Shohei Ohtani Returns to Dodgers Lineup After Birth of Second Child
The Dodgers outfielder missed Friday's game for paternity leave and rejoined the team for its weekend series against the Baltimore Orioles.
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nypost.comsports5 days ago
New York team loses 10-2 to visiting club
The home team recorded one run in the first inning and one more hit in the sixth before the visitors pulled away. Pitching and defense contributed to the final margin.
nypost.comsports5 days ago
Athletics infielder posts .286 average with 11 home runs in first 59 games
Zack Gelof recorded an .844 OPS, eight stolen bases and 36 runs through 59 games. The performance includes both strong offensive totals and visible mechanical concerns.
ESPNsports5 days ago
Yankees' Cam Schlittler Strikes Out 13 in 5-0 Win Over Reds
The 25-year-old right-hander threw six innings of four-hit ball and reached 100 mph on one pitch. New York improved behind his lowest ERA among Yankees starters since 1964.
ESPNsports5 days agoUpdated
Shohei Ohtani Away from Dodgers on Paternity Leave After Birth of Second Child
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Ohtani was absent from Friday's lineup for the birth of his second child with wife Mamiko Tanaka. The team said he is expected to return this weekend.
nypost.comsports5 days ago
MLB Team Rankings Shift After Week 11 Performances
Several clubs posted strong records through 11 weeks of the season. Experts highlighted rotation depth, offensive surges and defensive improvements across multiple teams.
yardbarker.comsports5 days ago
Chicago Cubs seek third straight series win against Toronto Blue Jays
The Chicago Cubs host the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday after scoring 16 runs in Friday's game. Chicago has won six of its last eight contests.