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ESPNChoreographer teaches Savannah Bananas dance routines
Maceo Harrison, 31, designs and teaches dance routines for the Savannah Bananas baseball team and its affiliated squads. He works with players who have little prior dance experience and creates performances shown during games.
yardbarker.comMLB Power Rankings Show Shifts After Week 9 of 2026 Season
Rankings released two months into the season note consistency at the top and new movement within the top 10. One American League team reached its highest position of the year.
New York PostUCLA Pitcher Uses Toy Dinosaur During Games
A UCLA freshman pitcher carries a small plastic dinosaur to the mound as part of a pre-pitch routine. The item has drawn attention from fans and media ahead of the team's NCAA Tournament opener.
yna.co.krPitcher alternates between starting and relief roles over one week
A pitcher switched between starting and relief appearances multiple times in an eight-day span. The pattern occurred during recent games covered by theathletic.com.
yardbarker.comCardinals Open Three-Game Series Against Cubs on Friday
The St. Louis Cardinals begin a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs on Friday after losing their previous three series. Manager Oliver Marmol said the team will give its best effort regardless of recent results.
ForbesMLB Home Run Betting Picks Highlight Two Left-Handed Hitters for May 29
Forbes published recommended home run bets for the May 29, 2026 MLB slate. The selections focus on two left-handed hitters playing in favorable ballparks and matchups.
sportsnet.caMLB teams show shifts in weekly rankings after nine weeks
Rankings for the current season reflect changes among several clubs. One team entered the top 10 while another reached its highest position so far.
The Boston GlobeTeam loses 10-2 after bullpen allows five runs in sixth inning
A starting pitcher allowed two runs over 4 2/3 innings. The bullpen then surrendered five runs in the sixth inning of a tie game, leading to a 10-2 defeat.
usmagazine.comTikTok Video Shows Daughter Reciting Retired Pitcher Scot Shields Career Stats
Ella Shields posted a TikTok video in which she read her father Scot Shields former MLB statistics to him while pretending they belonged to a college player. The clip has received 8.8 million views.
nypost.comDetroit Tigers Fan Spills Drink While Missing Home Run Catch
A Detroit Tigers fan spilled a full beverage on himself during an unsuccessful attempt to catch a home run ball at Comerica Park on Thursday. Broadcast footage captured the incident during the second inning of the Tigers' game against the Los Angeles Angels.
lamag.comMLB owners propose $245.3 million salary cap for 2027
Owners presented their first economic offer to the players union, outlining a hard salary cap of $245.3 million and a floor of $171.2 million beginning in 2027. The proposal also includes a 50-50 split of league revenues.
awfulannouncing.comNew Biography of Nolan Ryan Published by Grand Central
A 352-page biography of pitcher Nolan Ryan was released on May 19, 2026. The book received multiple advance reviews from baseball writers and former players.
Fox NewsAstros face Rangers in Texas matchup with Arrighetti and Eovaldi starting
The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers meet on a getaway day. Spencer Arrighetti and Nathan Eovaldi are the scheduled starters.
espn.comTwo Detroit Tigers pitchers exit game with groin injuries
Kenley Jansen left Wednesday's game with an apparent groin injury. Casey Mize also departed early after four innings with a tight right groin.
ForbesFormer Catcher Who Played for Giants Dies at 64
A catcher who appeared in 18 games for the Giants between 1990 and 1992 has died at age 64. He had previously played for another team and later worked as a coach.
The Boston GlobePitcher Dealing With Knee Soreness After Mound Slip
A relief pitcher is managing left knee soreness after slipping on the mound during a recent appearance. Daily evaluations will determine his availability as the team seeks to avoid placing him on the injured list.
avclub.comPadres Video Board Displays Harper Brushing Habit During Game
The San Diego Padres video screen showed a message about Bryce Harper's tooth-brushing method during Tuesday night's game. Harper had posted a TikTok video of the routine the previous day.
ilounge.comProposal Would Shorten Free Agency Path for Some Players
A plan under discussion would allow certain players to reach free agency after five years instead of six. The change targets players who accumulate service time later in their careers.
ilounge.comMLB players association submits revenue-sharing proposal
The proposal keeps the existing financial structure while directing more shared revenue to lower-revenue teams and requiring those funds to support the major-league roster. Additional money would also flow to players.
ilounge.comPlayers union submits first contract offer to league
The union representing players delivered its opening proposal in labor talks. The offer includes higher minimum pay, a new spending requirement, and an increase to the payroll threshold.
CBS SportsMLB DFS lineup advice released for Wednesday May 27 slate
A daily fantasy baseball analyst published recommended player selections for DraftKings and FanDuel contests on Wednesday. The guidance focuses on pitchers and hitters appearing in that day's games.
CBS SportsMinor League Prospects Post Strong Stats Ahead of Possible MLB Call-Ups
Several prospects across multiple organizations recorded high batting averages and low ERAs in recent minor league games. MLB teams have not announced any promotions.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewLG Twins Defeat Lotte Giants 8-6 After Trailing by Five Runs
The LG Twins scored seven unanswered runs to overcome a 6-1 deficit and beat the Lotte Giants 8-6 on Wednesday. The win moved the Twins to 30-19 and marked their fourth straight victory in the Korea Baseball Organization.
Dodgers infielder hits two home runs in win after lineup change
A player moved to the cleanup spot for the first time since 2017 hit two home runs. The move came during a period of reported fan frustration with recent performance.
usmagazine.comChiefs Tight End Travis Kelce Buys Minority Stake in Cleveland Guardians
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is purchasing a minority ownership stake in the Cleveland Guardians, the team he grew up watching. The 36-year-old athlete told ESPN on Wednesday that the investment reconnects him with baseball and the city where he was raised.
nypost.comFormer MLB Player Bob Horner Dies at Age 68
Bob Horner, who played 10 seasons in Major League Baseball, died at age 68. The Atlanta Braves announced the death on Tuesday.
upi.comYomiuri Giants Manager Resigns After Arrest for Alleged Assault
Shinnosuke Abe resigned as manager of the Yomiuri Giants after his arrest for allegedly assaulting his 18-year-old daughter. The team named an acting manager to replace him.
nypost.comAstros Pitchers Combine for No-Hitter Against Rangers
Three Houston Astros pitchers threw a combined no-hitter in a 9-0 win over the Texas Rangers on Monday night. The performance marked the team's 17th regular-season no-hitter and the first in the major leagues since September.
Nbc NewsDominican Judge Finds Wander Franco Criminally Responsible but Grants Judicial Pardon
A Dominican court ruled Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco criminally responsible for sexual and psychological abuse of a minor yet exempted him from punishment. The judge cited extortion by the girl's mother, who received a 10-year sentence. Full sentencing is set for June 1…
ForbesAthletics Call Up Left-Handed Pitcher From Triple-A Las Vegas
The 23-year-old left-hander is scheduled to start against the Seattle Mariners in Sacramento. The move follows an injury to a veteran pitcher on the roster.
nypost.comFormer Braves Player Bob Horner Dies at Age 68
The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday that Bob Horner, the team's first overall pick in the 1978 draft, has died at age 68. No cause of death was provided.
New York PostMets Activate Reliever and Call Up Infielder in Roster Moves
The Mets activated a left-handed reliever from the injured list and selected an infielder's contract from Triple-A. Two players were placed on the injured list or optioned to the minors.
Usa TodayTarik Skubal Throws Live Batting Practice Three Weeks After Elbow Surgery
Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal faced live hitters Tuesday at Comerica Park for the first time since May elbow surgery. The two-time Cy Young winner is one of three Detroit starters currently sidelined.
yardbarker.comUCLA Baseball Wins Big Ten Tournament Title, Completes Fifth Conference Championship
UCLA defeated Oregon in extra innings to win the Big Ten baseball tournament. The victory gave UCLA its fifth Big Ten title this academic year and helped former Pac-12 schools claim half of the league's 24 conference championships.
CBS SportsMLB Power Rankings Place Braves First, Dodgers Second, Brewers Third
The Braves hold the top spot at 36-18 after dropping two of three to the Nationals. The Dodgers sit at 34-20 following a 10-2 stretch, while the Brewers moved to third at 31-20.
ForbesChris Taylor Retires After 12 Seasons and Two World Series Titles
Chris Taylor, a utility player who spent ten seasons with the Los Angeles Dodgers, announced his retirement on May 26, 2026. Taylor won two World Series rings and earned NLCS co-MVP honors in 2017 during his 12-year career.
foxnews.comBaseball player cites infant daughter in considering career length
A professional baseball player said the birth of his daughter has prompted him to reassess how long he will continue playing. The comments focus on family priorities rather than team performance or league standings.
ForbesCraig Kimbrel Elects Free Agency After Mets Designate Him for Assignment
Craig Kimbrel left the New York Mets after posting a 6.00 ERA in 15 innings this season. The 37-year-old pitcher signed a minor-league contract with the Mets in the spring and received a major-league call-up before being designated for assignment.
pcgamesn.comPokémon Card Collecting Grows Among MLB Players
Several Major League Baseball players have built large Pokémon card collections in recent years. The hobby includes pack opening in clubhouses and custom equipment featuring the cards.
sportsnet.caMLB releases early 2026 MVP and Cy Young rankings after Memorial Day
Shohei Ohtani leads National League Cy Young consideration while posting strong pitching numbers for the Dodgers. Bobby Witt Jr. tops American League MVP rankings through late May.
Los Angeles TimesDodgers Defeat Rockies 5-3 After Hernandez Returns From Injury
Kiké Hernández made his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday and drove in a run during a 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium. The win came after the Dodgers rallied in the seventh inning.
CBS SportsAstros Pitchers Combine for First MLB No-Hitter Since 2024
Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert and Alimber Santa combined on a nine-inning no-hitter as the Houston Astros defeated the Texas Rangers 9-0 on Monday night at Globe Life Field. Santa, making his major-league debut, retired all six batters he faced over the final two innings.
gamereactor.euCristiano Ronaldo Tops Forbes List of Highest-Paid Athletes With $300 Million
Cristiano Ronaldo earned an estimated $300 million over the past 12 months, leading the Forbes ranking of the world's ten highest-paid athletes. The group collectively earned $1.4 billion during the same period.
espn.comDominican Judge Finds Wander Franco Criminally Responsible for Abuse but Exempts Him from Punishment
A Dominican judge ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco bears criminal responsibility for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor. The court exempted him from punishment after determining he was also a victim of extortion.
nypost.comDominican Judge Rules Rays Shortstop Franco Criminally Responsible but Exempt from Prison
A Dominican judge found Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco criminally responsible for sexual and psychological abuse of a minor. The court exempted him from punishment after determining he was also a victim of extortion by the girl's mother.
nypost.comYankees Place Anthony Volpe at Shortstop and José Caballero at Third Base
The Yankees started Anthony Volpe at shortstop and José Caballero at third base for the first time this season on Monday afternoon. Manager Aaron Boone said the change added a right-handed bat against Royals right-hander Michael Wacha.
ForbesRed Sox Part Ways With Former Staffer After Coaching Decision
The Boston Red Sox ended a relationship with one former championship staff member following a personnel change. The move comes after the team decided against retaining Jason Varitek in a coaching role.
nypost.comChris Taylor Announces Retirement From Baseball
Former Dodgers infielder Chris Taylor, 35, announced his retirement from professional baseball on Sunday. He had appeared in 30 major-league games for the Angels last season and 32 Triple-A games this year before suffering a fractured forearm.
nypost.comDodgers' Andy Pages uses hand signals at second base against Brewers
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages made repeated hand motions while at second base during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Brewers manager Pat Murphy said he believed Pages was relaying pitch information. Pages later stated the motions were intended to distract the pi…
ForbesYankees Manager Discusses Rest Day for Aaron Judge
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he may give Aaron Judge an off day during next week's series in Kansas City. Judge is hitless in his last game and has gone 11 games without an RBI, a career low.
Usa TodaySEC Baseball Championship Game Delayed by Weather in Alabama
The 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament final between Arkansas and Georgia was postponed by rain at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. The game had been scheduled for a 2 p.m. ET first pitch.
nypost.comAthletics infielder Jeff McNeil cleats fan while chasing foul ball
Jeff McNeil attempted an over-the-wall catch during a May 24 game in San Diego. The play resulted in minor cuts to an elderly spectator.
ForbesFormer Braves Pitcher Nick Anderson Retires After 15 Games
Nick Anderson, a 35-year-old right-handed reliever, retired on Saturday after posting a 2.16 ERA in 15 appearances this season. Anderson had previously earned first-team All-MLB honors in 2020.
nypost.comBlue Jays Host Pirates in Sunday Leadoff Game on Peacock
The Toronto Blue Jays and Pittsburgh Pirates meet at Rogers Centre on May 24 at 12:15 p.m. ET. The contest streams exclusively on Peacock.
nypost.comDodgers Pitcher Roki Sasaki Allows Three Runs in First Inning but Earns Win
Roki Sasaki gave up three runs in the opening inning before pitching four scoreless frames to secure the victory. The Dodgers defeated the Brewers 11-3 on Saturday in Milwaukee.
nypost.comYankees offense struggles as top hitter posts career-long RBI drought
The team has lost 10 of its last 15 games while its leading hitter recorded no RBIs over an 11-game stretch. The bottom of the lineup has posted one of the lowest OPS marks in the majors since May 8.
Fox NewsCubs infielder makes between-the-legs throw on bunt play
A Chicago Cubs infielder executed a between-the-legs throw to retire a Houston Astros runner on a bunt attempt during a game at Wrigley Field. The play occurred in the fifth inning of a 3-0 loss.
nypost.comDetroit Tigers Hold Worst May Record in Major Leagues
The Detroit Tigers entered the Memorial Day weekend with a 4-16 record in May. The team sits last in the AL Central. Pitcher Tarik Skubal has resumed throwing after elbow surgery.
New York PostYankees Game Against Rays Postponed Due to Rain, Rescheduled as Tuesday Doubleheader
Rain forced the postponement of the Yankees game against the Rays scheduled for Saturday. The contest will be made up as part of a split-admission doubleheader on Tuesday, September 22.
New York PostSports column maintains $50 bet on pitcher after rainout
A baseball betting column will keep its wager on a starting pitcher despite a postponement. The game was rescheduled as a doubleheader the following day.