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D-backs activate Kepler after 80-game PED ban
The Diamondbacks have activated outfielder Max Kepler from the restricted list following his completion of an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.[read more]
Rays' combined no-hitter broken up in 9th vs. KC
Three Rays pitchers lost their combined no-hitter against the Royals when Carter Jensen hit a two-run homer off Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning Thursday.[read more]
Hoyer: Urgency for Peterson trade amid injuries
The Cubs acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets for a simple reason: They need healthy starting pitchers.[read more]
MLBPA proposes ban on prop betting, source says
As part of ongoing CBA talks with MLB, the MLBPA has proposed a ban on prop betting on individual players to help combat harassment from disgruntled gamblers, a union source told ESPN.[read more]
MLB wants max 5 years for FAs changing teams
As part of the next CBA with players, MLB wants a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents who are switching teams, while organizations will have the ability to keep their own players for up to 6 years, calling it a Cornerstone Player Provision.[read more]
⚾ Biggest strengths for top playoff contenders
For clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, here's the one thing driving their success so far.[read more]
Copy of Mets fire manager Mendoza after 34-47 start
The Mets have fired manager Carlos Mendoza with the club toiling through a historically poor start.[read more]
Swanson vs. Bregman? A high school catcher over Re...
We break down some of the biggest decisions teams had to make at the No. 1 pick -- and whether they were the right choice.[read more]
Seager returns to Rangers lineup and other news fo...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.[read more]
Caglianone hits 40 homers? Contreras brothers hit ...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.[read more]