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Predicting the 2026 MLB season, from the playoffs and World Series to MVP and Cy Young

Can the Dodgers three-peat? Will Skubal and Skenes win another Cy Young? Our experts make their predictions for the 2026 baseball season.

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MLB season preview: Ranking all 30 teams as baseball returns

Whether your club is the team to beat or hoping to be 2026's biggest surprise, we've got you covered.

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All-Star Pena avoids IL as Astros finalize roster

Astros starting shortstop Jeremy Pena was included on the Opening Day roster and will avoid the injured list after fracturing his fingertip prior to the WBC.

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Sources: Crow-Armstrong deal for 6 years, $115M

Pete Crow-Armstrong's new contract extension with the Chicago Cubs is for six years and $115 million, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Tuesday.

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Thomas sues White Sox for using name on jersey

Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has filed a lawsuit against the White Sox, alleging unauthorized use of his likeness on City Connect 2.0 uniforms last season.

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Ohtani K's 11 in final spring tune-up for Dodgers

The Dodgers hoped Shohei Ohtani would complete six innings Tuesday, in what qualified as his last tune-up start before the regular season. One problem emerged: He struck out too many batters.

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⚾ Your guide to offseason chaos that rocked MLB

Kyle Tucker got how much from the Dodgers!? Pete Alonso left the Mets for WHERE!? It's time to get up to speed after a wild winter.

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Impact of overturned ABS calls worries ex-ump

Former MLB umpire Richie Garcia is worried about the impact that robot umpires will have on their human counterparts.

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Yanks' Cole to start season on 15-day IL, not 60

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole was placed on the 15-day injured list before Wednesday's season opener against San Francisco rather than the 60-day IL.

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Phils' Crawford, son of ex-major leaguer, to start

Rookie Justin Crawford, the son of ex-major leaguer Carl Crawford, will be the starting center fielder for the Philadelphia Phillies as this season gets underway.

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Yanks, Mariners chasing Dodgers in WS odds

As the 2026 Major League Baseball season gets underway, bettors and bookmakers alike agree that the Los Angeles Dodgers will be by far the team to beat as they pursue a third consecutive World Series title.

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'He's everywhere at once': New manager Tony Vitello gets Giants to buy in

The first skipper to jump from college to MLB bounds into the season opener tonight vs. the Yankees.

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Baseball is back! What we're watching, lineups and live updates from every game

Here's your one-stop shop for all Opening Day action, starting with Wednesday's Yankees-Giants clash.

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Former MLB umpire fears officials face humiliation by ‘computer geeks’ under ABS

Automated Ball-Strike System will start this seasonPlayers will be able to challenge calls under systemFormer major league umpire Richie Garcia is worried about the impact that robot officials will have on their human counterparts.Major League Baseball has introduced the Automated Ball-Strike Chall…

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Why it's the Dodgers' world -- and the rest of MLB is just living in it

From a rare three-peat quest to the looming labor war, the 2026 season revolves around Los Angeles.

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Marlins' two-foot 'Machete' leads 2026 new ballpark foods

Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items.

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Fantasy Baseball Forecaster for Week 1: March 25-29

Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our preview featuring pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and schedule observations.

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What do the first two rounds of a perfect draft look like?

Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal the ideal outcome for the first two rounds.

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Top betting storylines: Dodgers' shadow looms large over futures

Doug Greenberg previews some of the betting topics related to baseball that are top of mind as we head into Opening Day.

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Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Dodgers remain favorites for repeat

Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees.

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'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick

The Rangers' outfielder has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.

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How Brent Rooker overcame failure to become an All-Star slugger

The designated hitter struggled early in his career -- but he's now a powerhouse hitter and leader.

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Robot umps in MLB? What to know about new balls-and-strikes challenge system

Baseball's next big rule change is here. Here is how automated ball-strike challenges will shape the 2026 season.

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Arozarena sorry after expletive-laced comments about Mariners teammate Raleigh at WBC

Outfielder was angered by handshake snub during gameArozarena says pair are ‘brothers and teammates’Randy Arozarena says he has apologized to his Seattle Mariners teammate Cal Raleigh after an incident at this month’s World Baseball Classic.Arozarena was representing Mexico against Raleigh’s USA wh…

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'I'm a sucker for a challenge': Why Moneyball pioneer chose to take on Coors Field

Paul DePodesta is back in baseball -- and he plans to fix the Colorado Rockies.

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From bupkis to $100m blockbuster: has the World Baseball Classic finally arrived

The tournament is celebrating its 20th anniversary and some of the best players on the planet are competing for a title that means somethingFor years, while football fans salivated over Fifa World Cups, and basketball and hockey enthusiasts enjoyed an endless parade of NBA and NHL stars at the Olym…

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Baseball should be riding high. Instead the salary cap debate has it gearing up for war | Howard Bryant

As a potential 2027 stoppage looms, MLB owners argue a wage cap is vital for parity. In truth, it’s just another way to boost their assets and fleece fansBaseball should be on a high. Spring training has begun and a record-breaking winter makes the games especially welcome – baseball means the good…

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Bill Mazeroski, walk-off hero of Pirates’ 1960 World Series win, dies at 89

Infielder hit historic shot in 1960 World Series’ Game 7Pirates pay tribute to ‘one of a kind’ Hall of FamerBill Mazeroski, the Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards for his steady work in the field and the hearts of countless Pittsburgh Pirates fans for his historic walk-off …

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MLBPA replaces chief Tony Clark after inappropriate relationship with sister-in-law

Bruce Meyer promoted to interim executive directorNew labor deal negotiations with owners loomingBruce Meyer was promoted to interim executive director of the baseball players’ association on Wednesday, a day after Tony Clark’s forced resignation. It was a move for continuity ahead of the likely st…

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‘A giving, giving man’: former MLB outfielder Terrance Gore dies at age of 34

Gore played for three World Series championsOutfielder was known for speed and athleticismTerrance Gore, a speedy outfielder who played for three World Series champions while spending parts of eight seasons in the major leagues, has died. He was 34.Chad Funderburk, a family friend who also worked w…

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‘Fascism is here now’: the US athletes pushing back on Trump’s America

World Series winner Sean Doolittle, Super Bowl champion Doug Baldwin and college star McKenzie Forbes have strong opinions on a troubled eraAt 6.38pm CST on Saturday January 24, Indiana Pacer star Tyrese Haliburton posted on X: “Alex Pretti was murdered.”The NBA star was one of the first athletes t…

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Cody Bellinger stays with New York Yankees on five-year deal worth $162.5m

Yankees lock up Bellinger for $32.5m annuallyLefty slugger hit .302 at Yankee Stadium in 2025Deal includes no-trade provision and opt-outsCody Bellinger became the last of the top free-agent hitters to reach a deal, agreeing Wednesday to stay with the New York Yankees for a $162.5m, five-year contr…

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Bo Bichette agrees to three-year deal with New York Mets worth $126m

Mets land Bichette with $126m free-agent dealTwo-time All-Star adds elite bat to New YorkBichette departs Toronto after seven seasonsBo Bichette and the New York Mets agreed Friday to a $126m, three-year contract, two people familiar with the negotiations told the Associated Press.The people spoke …

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Kyle Tucker set for $240m deal with Los Angeles Dodgers as rich get richer

LA land Tucker on $240m deal with opt-outs$60m AAV trails only Ohtani in MLB historyInjury risks loom for Dodgers’ latest superstarKyle Tucker has agreed to a $240m, four-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to a person familiar with the deal, bolstering the team’s chance for a thi…

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Alex Bregman set for Chicago Cubs move on five-year deal worth $175m

Bregman agrees to five-year, $175m contract with CubsDeal includes no-trade clause, pending physicalChicago adds former Astros star to strengthen infieldAll-Star third baseman Alex Bregman has agreed to a $175m, five-year contract with the Chicago Cubs, according to two people familiar with the dea…

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Free agent outfielder Max Kepler hit with 80-game ban for positive drug test

Kepler banned after testing positive for epitrenboloneSuspension applies if free agent signs in 2026Veteran outfielder spent last season with PhilliesFree agent outfielder Max Kepler has been suspended for 80 games after testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance, Major League Ba…