Baseball News
The rise of the two-way player: Is next Ohtani already out there?
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 04:44
A growing number of players are trying to make an impact in roles both on the mound and at the plate -- and it could become a trend.
Yankees Add Insurance to Rotation by Signing Gio Gonzalez
The New York Times - 19 Mar 2019 04:34
The durable left-hander failed to land a lucrative contract elsewhere, so he agreed to a minor league deal with the Yankees. He can opt out on April 20.
Jacoby Ellsbury Reports to Yankees Camp With an Injury-Clouded Future
The New York Times - 19 Mar 2019 01:38
Ellsbury, who is on a seven-year $153 million contract, missed all of last season and is still recovering from a spate of injuries.
Second shot does the trick for Yankees' Hicks
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 23:16
Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks, who hasn't played since March 1 because of tightness in his back, said he's "doing great" after a second cortisone shot and is hoping to resume baseball activities soon.
Cubs relievers Morrow, Strop progressing well
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 22:55
Cubs relievers Brandon Morrow and Pedro Strop each threw bullpen sessions this week as they recover from injuries.
Wake up! MLB season begins with our Mariners-A's running diary
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 22:05
Oakland and Seattle are getting the 2019 MLB regular season going in Japan. Couldn't get up to watch the 5:30 a.m. ET start? Don't worry, you don't have to miss a thing.
Tigers RHP Fulmer needs Tommy John surgery
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 20:32
The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that pitcher Michael Fulmer needs Tommy John surgery on his pitching elbow.
The Marlins' Miguel Rojas 'put everything that I had on baseball' as a kid. It's paying off
Miami Herald - 19 Mar 2019 19:20
Miguel Rojas had just graduated from high school in Venezuela when he approached his parents about his future. Rojas made it clear that he wanted to play baseball. Scouts were …
Projecting saves leaders for every NL team
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 17:50
Eric Karabell projects which player will lead every National League team in saves to help fantasy managers draft closers this season.
Rangers' Mendez avoids surgery on injured elbow
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 10:37
An MRI on Monday revealed that Rangers pitcher Yohander Mendez has a Grade 1 sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament and could return around midseason.
Reds expect LHP Wood to open season on DL
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 04:30
The Cincinnati Reds expect left-hander Alex Wood to open the season on the disabled list as he recovers from a sore back that has limited him during spring training.
Yankees agree to deal with LHP Gonzalez
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 03:29
The Yankees and left-handed pitcher Gio Gonzalez have agreed to a minor league deal worth $3 million if Gonzalez is added to the major league roster.
Source: Yankees, LHP Gonzalez agree to deal
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 03:29
The Yankees and left-handed pitcher Gio Gonzalez have agreed to a minor league deal worth $3 million if Gonzalez is added to the major league roster.
On Baseball: The A's Look to the Corners, and Inward, for Another Improbable Run
The New York Times - 19 Mar 2019 00:55
Selfless attitudes may have been a big part of Oakland's unlikely 97-win season last year, but the infield defense of Matt Chapman and Matt Olson played a big role.
Sources: MLB eyes higher salaries in minors
ESPN - 19 Mar 2019 00:32
Major League Baseball is talking to representatives of the minor league system about higher salaries and better working conditions.