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Rookie Cam Schlittler Emerges as Yankees’ “It” Factor for Playoff Push
Rookie Cam Schlittler stepped up in Gerrit Cole’s absence, giving the Yankees a new “it” factor as they push into the ALDS against the Toronto Blue Jays....
MLB 2025 Wild Card Playoff Game 1 Biggest Takeaways
From the Los Angeles Dodgers to the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and Cleveland Guardians, these are our biggest takeaways from Game 1s across baseball on Tuesday,...
MLB Playoff Preview: Ranking the 12 Teams Heading Into October
The MLB playoffs are here! Check out our snapshot ranking of all 12 teams, including the Phillies, Dodgers, Mariners, and Blue Jays, and see who has the best chance to win the World Series....
Cleveland Guardians Pull Off Historic AL Central Comeback Against Tigers
The Cleveland Guardians completed one of the greatest comebacks in MLB history, overtaking the Detroit Tigers for the AL Central lead in September 2025....
Blue Jays Enter Final Week With AL’s Best Record but Major Concerns
The Blue Jays hold the AL’s best record, but rotation woes, bullpen questions, and Bo Bichette’s injury make Toronto look shaky entering October....
Texas Rangers Defy Injuries to Stay in American League Playoff Hunt
The Texas Rangers are missing stars like Corey Seager, Marcus Semien, and Adolis Garcia, yet they keep winning. Here’s how Bruce Bochy’s team is staying alive in the AL playoff race despite a depleted roster....
Framber Valdez Accused of Breaking MLB’s Unwritten Rules by Hitting His Own Catcher
Framber Valdez may have crossed MLB’s Unwritten Rules by hitting his own catcher with a pitch, sparking controversy inside the Houston Astros clubhouse....
10 MLB September Call-Ups Who Could Shape the Pennant Races
MLB rosters expanded Sepember 1, and teams made key moves. Here are 10 players from Harry Ford to Walker Buehler who could shape the playoff race....
Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh: The Weirdest MVP Race Ever
The AL MVP race is as close as it gets: Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh are producing identical value, with MLB history on the line....
Rob Manfred’s Radical MLB Realignment Plan Could End AL vs. NL Tradition
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred wants to scrap the American and National Leagues with geographic realignment after expansion. Could Yankees-Mets and Cubs-White Sox be the new norm?...
Jen Pawol Made MLB History, Now Give Her More Games
MLB’s first female umpire, Jen Pawol, delivered a strong debut behind the plate. Now the league must give her more games....
The Milwaukee Brewers Are MLB’s Best Team Even if You Don’t Believe It
The Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in MLB and are on a 100-win pace. Here’s inside how they keep winning despite low payroll and lingering doubts....
Winners of the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline: Padres, Blue Jays, Mariners, & More
The Padres, Blue Jays, and Mariners were among the biggest winners of the 2025 MLB trade deadline, making bold moves to chase a World Series. Check out our other winners....
MLB’s Gambling Crisis Is an Existential Threat, and Rob Manfred Isn’t Taking It Seriously
MLB's gambling boom is now a threat to its future. Rob Manfred doesn’t seem to grasp how serious things have become....
2025 MLB Draft Picks Who Could Make the Majors by Next Year
The 2025 MLB Draft is in the books. Meet the breakout prospects most likely to reach The Show next season... from Kade Anderson to Gage Wood....
MLB Has a Problem Way Bigger Than Just Luis Ortiz and Two 'Microbets'
Cleveland’s Luis Ortiz is under investigation for gambling. Whether he’s guilty or not, MLB’s integrity systems are under serious fire....
Clayton Kershaw Might Be the Last Man in Baseball’s 3,000 Strikeout Club
Clayton Kershaw became the 20th pitcher in MLB history to reach 3,000 strikeouts. In today’s game, he might be the last....
MLB All-Star Voting Snubs: Byron Buxton, James Wood Lead Biggest Snubs
Byron Buxton and James Wood headline MLB's biggest All-Star voting snubs as fan outrage builds ahead of the first-phase deadline....
MLB Top Prospects 2025: Bubba Chandler, Jordan Lawlar, Chase Burns Near Big League Call-Ups
A look at MLB’s top prospects likely to be promoted soon, including Bubba Chandler, Jordan Lawlar, Chase Burns, and more as teams eye midseason roster boosts....
Roman Anthony Shines in Fenway Debut, Red Sox Remain a Work in Progress
Top prospect Roman Anthony delivered his first career hit in front of family at Fenway Park, but despite the excitement, the Boston Red Sox aren’t ready to contend just yet. Here's why timing matters....