Baseball News

Starting with a big shake-up at the top, we rank baseball's next wave of stars.

Updated top 50 MLB prospect rankings: Who is the new No. 1 on our list' - Thu, 21 May 2026 12:10:49 EST

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal threw his third bullpen session since elbow surgery, with manager A.J. Hinch calling it a "great step." His return is still to be determined.

Skubal's return still TBD after 3rd bullpen sessio... - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham was relieved that tests Thursday did not reveal any structural damage to his left knee a day after he exited a game in the fifth inning.

Yankees' Grisham avoids structural knee damage - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

Braves manager Walt Weiss said he thinks Ronald Acuna will be fine after the star outfielder left Thursday's game in the sixth inning with a bone bruise in his left thumb.

Braves' Acuna leaves game with pain in thumb - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga will make his first minor league rehab start on Friday as he works toward a return from a stint on the injured list with lower back pain.

Mets' Senga to begin rehab assignment Friday - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

The lower bowl of the Athletics' $2 billion domed stadium on the Las Vegas Strip is taking shape, and officials said the project remains on schedule to open before the 2028 season.

A's Vegas stadium on schedule to open in 2028 - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

Marlins prospect Robby Snelling, injured after his major league debut, will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair the UCL in his left elbow.

Marlins prospect Snelling to undergo TJ surgery - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:59 EST

Athletics outfielder Denzel Clarke suffered a "significant left hamstring strain" and will be out until at least after the All-Star break in July.

A's Clarke out until at least July due to hamstrin... - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:59 EST

Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.

Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles... - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:59 EST

We break down the early numbers on baseball's challenge system.

' What we've learned so far about ABS system - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:57:58 EST

Week 8 brought many changes, from a move at the bottom to the highest rankings we've seen in years for a few playoff hopefuls.

MLB Power Rankings: A top-3 debut and an AL team's... - Thu, 21 May 2026 23:09:54 EST

The Phillies slugger is thumping homers at a historic pace. Here's what his early stats say about how many he can belt by the end of the 2026 season.

Is this the year Kyle Schwarber joins the 60 ... o... - Wed, 20 May 2026 08:29:29 EST

Whether it's calling pitches from the dugout or radically rethinking BP, Miami isn't afraid to fail.

Are the Marlins MLB's most innovative team' How pi... - Thu, 21 May 2026 16:08:00 EST

Chisholm took the pants of Giancarlo Stanton, who is seven inches and 61 pounds larger.

Borrowed pants = busted slump: Extreme measures wo... - Thu, 21 May 2026 16:08:00 EST

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

Mets, Yankees ready to reshape rotations and more ... - Thu, 21 May 2026 07:25:08 EST

Tristan H. Cockcroft analyzes Seattle's underperforming team and points to the trades you can make.

Searching for some help' Get Seattle on your radar... - Thu, 21 May 2026 07:25:08 EST

How have the D-Backs improved their defense this year'

Has the Arizona defense improved at all' - Fri, 22 May 2026 05:35:08 +0000

On Thursday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks were able to begin the weekend series against the Colorado Rockies with a walkoff win to push the team's winning streak to a season-long 5 games. This team has now won 9 of their last 12 games. This game was won due to the continued success of this Arizona [']

The 9th Inning Heroics Continue: Dbacks 2, Rockies 1 - Fri, 22 May 2026 04:55:11 +0000

Corbin Carroll is on a career-best pace, and just added his first walk-off hit of the season.

Corbin Carroll walks off Rockies for D-backs' fifth straight win - Fri, 22 May 2026 04:52:07 +0000

The Yankees announced they have optioned outfield prospect Spencer Jones and RHP Yovanny Cruz back to Triple-A, likely to make room for Gerrit Cole and Jose Caballero.

Yankees option prospect Spencer Jones as Jose Caballero's return looms - Fri, 22 May 2026 04:51:44 +0000

Zach Agnos shines on the mound as the Rox drop the series opener

Diamondbacks 2, Rockies 1: Duel of the Fates - Fri, 22 May 2026 04:45:00 +0000

The Mets announced that RHP Tobias Myers will start Friday's series opener against the Marlins in Miami.

Mets' Tobias Myers to start Friday's series opener against Marlins - Fri, 22 May 2026 03:13:58 +0000

It was a paltry effort in the finale of this four-game series.

Yankees sleepwalk to shutout at against Blue Jays' bullpen, settle for series split - Fri, 22 May 2026 02:45:20 +0000

The preliminaries are over and the big show begins

Big Ten Tournament: Day 3 - Fri, 22 May 2026 02:30:19 +0000

Iowa loses a tough one on a play at the plate, but Jordan Wicks pitches well. South Bend blows out West Michigan.

Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend blasts West Michigan, 7-1 - Fri, 22 May 2026 02:07:18 +0000

'Ex-Giants are riding high while current team still struggles

What a day to not be a Giant - Fri, 22 May 2026 02:03:40 +0000

The Yankees offense went cold for a second straight day as they mustered just three hits in their 2-0 loss to the Blue Jays on Thursday night in the Bronx.

Aaron Judge, Yankees bats stay cold in 2-0 loss to Blue Jays - Fri, 22 May 2026 01:55:08 +0000

Michael Harris II cannot be stopped, apparently

Harris homers bookend Braves' 9-3 mashing of Marlins - Fri, 22 May 2026 01:51:37 +0000

Devin Williams has been as lockdown as a closer can be for nearly a month now for the Mets, covering his last 10 appearances, including Thursday's 2-1 win over the Nationals.

Devin Williams carrying himself with old confidence as linchpin of Mets bullpen - Fri, 22 May 2026 01:45:39 +0000

Today's Lineups ROCKIES DIAMONDBACKS Willi Castro ' 1B Ketel Marte ' 2B Tyler Freeman ' RF Corbin Carroll ' RF Hunter Goodman ' C Geraldo Perdomo ' SS Ezequiel Tovar ' SS Nolan Arenado ' 3B Kyle Karros ' 3B Ildemaro Vargas ' 1B Jake McCarthy ' CF Lourdes Gurriel ' LF Braxton Fulford ' [']

Arizona Diamondbacks Gameday Thread, #49: 5/21 vs. Rockies - Fri, 22 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Severino hopes to turn things around on the mound

Game #50, Athletics vs. Angels Game Thread - Fri, 22 May 2026 00:40:00 +0000

Rox look to rebound on Arizona's home turf'

Colorado Rockies game no. 51 thread: Zach Agnos vs. Eduardo Rodriguez - Fri, 22 May 2026 00:40:00 +0000

Atlanta is holding their collective breath that the team's star outfielder's removal was only precautionary.

Ronald Acu�a, Jr. leaves game with thumb issue; is day-to-day (Updated) - Fri, 22 May 2026 00:19:17 +0000

After making his first start in almost a month, David Peterson helped pitch the Mets to a win against the Nationals, showing shades of his 2025 All-Star self.

Mets' David Peterson confident he can recapture All-Star form after win over Nationals - Fri, 22 May 2026 00:11:48 +0000

The Rockies also DFA'd LHP Carson Palmquist and made a pitching change.

Rockies place Brenton Doyle on the IL, select Chad Stevens, make additional roster moves - Thu, 21 May 2026 23:38:20 +0000

David Peterson has rehabilitated his season over the last few weeks with hardly flashy but effective performances.

David Peterson's best start in nearly two months powers Mets to win over Nationals - Thu, 21 May 2026 23:14:22 +0000

Bo Bichette's big hit and a very good day from the Mets' pitching staff gave the team the win.

Mets 2, Nationals 1: Peterson and the pen spin a gem - Thu, 21 May 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Just in case I don't get home before game time, use this as the game thread. I expect to be home before, but best laid plans and all. I'm looking forward to seeing how Spencer Miles does tonight. He's been terrific in this role. I'm thinking they could skip the opener thing, but i don't [']

Game #50 GameThread: Jays @ Yankees - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:58:57 +0000

Thanks mostly to dominant pitching, especially from the bullpen, the Mets squeezed out a 2-1 win over the Nationals in Washington, D.C. on Thursday.

Bo Bichette's two-run hit the difference as Mets hold on for 2-1 win against Nationals - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:57:04 +0000

Rod�n makes his first home start of the year as the Bombers bid for a series win.

New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Carlos Rod�n vs. Braydon Fisher - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:52:35 +0000

A new report from Ken Rosenthal details the Rays' failed pursuit of Ohtani that would've sent shockwaves throughout the big leagues.

Shohei Ohtani for Junior Caminero: The failed trade that could've saved the Angels - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:35:42 +0000

Buster Posey is months away from having senioritis, but there are good reasons why he should stick around.

Buster Posey, sir, please sign a two-year extension ASAP - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:34:34 +0000

A popular golf influencer got emotional while watching her fianc� make his MLB debut this week.

Golf influencer shares emotional video watching fianc�'s MLB debut from 'work trip' - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:15:09 +0000

Spencer Strider vs. Sandy Alcantara

Braves at Marlins game thread: May 21 - Thu, 21 May 2026 22:10:00 +0000

The history of the Los Angeles Angels' name changes dates back more than 100 years. Here's why the franchise went from Los Angeles to California to Anaheim ' and why a new California bill could force another change.

Why Angels keep changing name ' and why it could happen again - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:39:00 +0000

The Pirates are giving another corner outfield bat the opportunity to contribute to the Major League lineup.

Report: Pirates promoting promising young first base/outfield prospect - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:32:51 +0000

This is a reasonable question.

The Short Porch is wondering if Pete Crow-Armstrong should have faced a stiffer penalty for his altercation with a fan - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:30:00 +0000

Skubal pitching at home against the Brewers in April.Tigers fans were given hope that injured ace Tarik Skubal could be back as soon as next week. The reigning American League...

Tarik Skubal sets record straight on 'unprecedented' injury rehab - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:10:05 +0000

Eric Samulski uncovers a few hitters who should see home run regression, both positive and negative

Austin Riley, Cole Young, more fantasy baseball hitters who could be in for a power surge - Thu, 21 May 2026 21:01:17 +0000

Daily MLB expert picks and moneyline, run line, and Over/Under predictions for May 21, featuring the Nationals, Mets, Braves, Blue Jays, and A's.

Daily MLB Expert Picks & Baseball Predictions May 21 - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:29:00 +0000

Former Giants star Hunter Pence explained why he disagrees with how San Francisco is using top prospect Bryce Eldridge during the 2026 MLB season.

Why Hunter Pence disagrees with Bryce Eldridge's lack of playing time for Giants - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:17:40 +0000

LA added a pitcher 8 times in the last 13 days, including 3 who weren't in the organization two weeks ago

Dodgers pitching turnover was high during 13-game stretch - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:06:00 +0000

Chadwick Tromp gets his first start of the year

Ha-Seong Kim returns, Chadwick Tromp to catch in finale against Marlins - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

The injury hits just keep coming for the Cubs pitching staff

The Short Porch is thinking about blisters - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

The Yankees are getting excellent production from the veteran first baseman.

Paul Goldschmidt is showing he still has a lot to offer - Thu, 21 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Another sixth inning collapse mars a good start by a Cardinal pitcher

Braxton Ashcraft bedevils Cardinals, who lose to Pirates 6-2 - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:58:51 +0000

Tiger stadium, the house Jose built

GUARDIANS MOP THE TIGERS! - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:55:50 +0000

They have to win again someday, but not today.

Guardians 3, Tigers 1: A great start by Casey Mize couldn't dodge the sweep - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:52:33 +0000

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. lives to hit against Carlos Rodon in our Blue Jays vs. Yankees predictions and MLB picks on Thursday, May 21.

Blue Jays vs Yankees Prediction, Best Bets & Home Run Pick for Tonight's MLB Game - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:50:24 +0000

Let's be so honest ' would you even believe the Atlanta Braves had the best record in baseball if you'd been told that both Sean Murphy and reigning NL Rookie of the Year Drake Baldwin were on the IL at the same time' For eight glorious days we had our elite catching tandem, arguably the [']

Maverick Handley claimed and optioned to Gwinnett, Hurston Waldrep moved to 60-day IL - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:38:26 +0000

Follow along as the Nats look to get over .500 and take 3 out of 4 from the Mets

Washington Nationals vs New York Mets Game Thread - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:35:00 +0000

Giants president of baseball operations Buster Posey joined KNBR on Thursday and gave an honest assessment of his first two seasons with the club.

Buster Posey shares honest self-evaluation in rough second season leading Giants - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:13:40 +0000

Does Kristian Campbell have a path to playing time in Boston' Here's an update on the former top Red Sox prospect.

Checking in on Kristian Campbell: What's his path back to Boston' - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:11:00 +0000

Weather permitting, the Mets attempt to salvage a series split.

Mets at Nationals: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 5/21/26 - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:05:00 +0000

It's not getting any better.

What can the Phillies do about Aaron Nola' - Thu, 21 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza provided updates on Kodai Senga, A.J. Minter, and Jared Young ahead of Thursday's game against the Nationals.

Mets Notes: Kodai Senga starting rehab assignment; A.J. Minter's return nearing - Thu, 21 May 2026 18:50:00 +0000