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Brandon Drury ruled out in one of the strangest double plays you'll ever see

Drury thought he took first on a fielder's choice. Mike Zunino had other plans.

David Suggs

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Max Scherzer injury update: Mets pitcher likely to return for Sunday start

The three-time Cy Young winner has pitched to a 5.56 ERA (6.35 FIP) over 22 2/3 innings pitched in five starts.

Joe Rivera

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AL Rookie of the Year odds update, best bets, and top sleepers

We take a look at the 2023 American League Rookie of the Year odds and discuss the best bets, top values, and our favorite sleepers to be recognized as the AL's most outstanding rookie.

Sloan Piva

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Injury timeline, updates on Astros 2B Jose Altuve

Everything you need to know about the injury status and return timeline for Astros star Jose Altuve.

Dan Treacy

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Spencer Strider, J.P. France

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Spencer Strider, Sonny Gray, and J.P. France could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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What channel is Cubs vs. Twins on tonight?

Here is a complete guide on how to watch Cubs vs. Twins on Apple TV+, including first pitch and how to live stream. 

Nick Brinkerhoff

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What channel is Royals vs. Brewers on tonight?

All you need to know to watch the exclusively streamed game between the Royals and Brewers on Friday night.

Dan Treacy

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Shohei Ohtani passes Babe Ruth to earn notable strikeout milestone

Shohei Ohtani has passed Babe Ruth in the record books to earn a notable milestone.

Jacob Camenker

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Emil Jimenez puts up season-worst umpiring display in Giants vs. Nationals game

Emil Jimenez had a day to forget at the ballpark on Monday, struggling to maintain a consistent strike zone during the Giants vs. Nationals game.

David Suggs

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Latest updates on Rangers SP Jacob deGrom's arm injury

Jacob deGrom is dealing with another tweak to his body, this one being an elbow issue.

Kevin Skiver

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Iowa baseball gambling investigation, explained

The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission has launched an investigation into the program after Iowa several players were "withheld from competition" over the weekend.

Joe Rivera

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Latest injury updates on Braves ace Max Fried after forearm strain

The Braves think they've avoided the worst-case scenario with Max Fried.

Kevin Skiver

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A complete timeline of Aaron Judge's injuries and IL stints

Judge's hip issue is the latest in a string of injuries that the reigning AL MVP has dealt with throughout his career.

Joe Rivera

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Struggling Cardinals face brutal stretch as season teeters on brink

The Cardinals have the worst record in the National League, and the schedule offers little respite for a team that is having problems virtually everywhere.

Ryan Fagan

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Fantasy Baseball Week 7 cheat sheet: Top free agent hitters, streamers, more

We break down all things offense to prepare you for Week 7 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the must-roster free agents, top waiver options and streamers under 50 percent owned, and the leading prospects to watch.

Sloan Piva

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Cardinals' slow start: Why St. Louis has struggled early

This is unfamiliar territory for one of baseball's most consistently dominant franchises.

Edward Sutelan

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Fantasy Baseball Week 7 cheat sheet: 2-start SPs, top adds & streams, closers

We break down everything you need to know about pitching to prepare you for Week 7 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the best two-start pitchers, must-roster and streamable players widely available in leagues, and our closer rankings and bullpen report.

Sloan Piva

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Best DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Jake Irvin, Leody Taveras

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Yasmani Grandal, Jake Irvin, and Leody Taveras could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Diamondbacks' Zac Gallen strikes bird with throw, joins Randy Johnson, Dave Winfield

Zac Gallen is the latest MLB player to accidentally hit a bird with a ball.

Jacob Camenker

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Royals' Ryan Yarbrough exits game after taking 106-mph comeback to face

Yarbrough was able to walk off the field with minimal assistance.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Updated Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Rest-of-season Top 300

The fantasy baseball experts from RotoBaller provide an updated Top 300 rankings for the rest of the season before highlighting some of the biggest risers and fallers.

RotoBaller

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Latest injury updates on Yankees' Carlos Rodon

Carlos Rodon was a big signing for the Yankees in the offseason.

Kevin Skiver

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Latest updates on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s knee injury after being taken out

The Braves are hoping the injury to their star isn't seroius.

Kevin Skiver

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Clayton Kershaw, Jordan Montgomery

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Clayton Kershaw, Max Fried, and Jordan Montgomery could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Umps make Rays' Zach Eflin remove wedding ring from glove hand

MLB is continuing its war on foreign bodies on pitchers' hands.

Kevin Skiver

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Shohei Ohtani's 2024 free-agent tour rolls through St. Louis, with more stops ahead

MLB's new balanced schedule gives Ohtani a chance to visit ballparks and experience game day atmospheres he might otherwise not experience. That’s good first-hand knowledge when making the decision on where he will play the next 10 years, right?

Ryan Fagan

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MLB Twitter reacts to Wander Franco's 'ball flip' in Rays vs. Pirates game

Wander Franco showboated a bit in the Rays' 8-1 win over the Pirates, but MLB fans seemed to love it.

Jacob Camenker

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'Fire Aaron Boone' chants break out at Yankee Stadium after manager's Clay Holmes decision vs. Guardians

Aaron Boone trusted Clay Holmes to keep the game tied in the ninth inning on Wednesday. His closer couldn't do it and that resulted in "Fire Aaron Boone" chants breaking out at Yankee Stadium.

Jacob Camenker

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White Sox's Liam Hendriks says he may have pitched with cancer in 2022

White Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks thinks he was battling cancer during the 2022 MLB season.

Sara Tidwell

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Red Sox slugger Masataka Yoshida has unlocked swing during hot streak

The Red Sox may have found a gem in outfielder Masataka Yoshida.

Kevin Skiver

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Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer Tigers timeline: History of Mets aces' time in Detroit

The two aces were once at the front of a standout pennant-winning team in Detroit. They're now trying to take the Mets to the top of the National League.

Edward Sutelan

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Shohei Ohtani and Lars Nootbaar, fast friends playing for Japan in WBC, reunite in St. Louis

What does a unicorn do on a rare day off? Rest, mostly. At least, that’s what Shohei Ohtani was doing when Lars Nootbaar reached out on Monday.

Ryan Fagan

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How Bryce Harper made quick recovery from Tommy John surgery

Harper's return is something of a miracle of modern medicine.

Joe Rivera

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#TheHobby Life: Diamond Kings artist Dick Perez chats about upcoming documentary on his life

Documentary filmmaker Marq Evans is producing a feature-length film on Perez, whose iconic card illustrations were staples for many collectors in the '80s and early '90s.

Ryan Fagan

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Best DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Luke Weaver, Matt Carpenter

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Matt Carpenter, Luke Weaver, and Jarren Duran could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Fantasy Baseball Week 6 cheat sheet: 2-start SPs, top adds & streams, closers

We break down everything you need to know about pitching to prepare you for Week 6 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the best two-start pitchers, must-roster and streamable players widely available in leagues, and our closer rankings and bullpen report.

Sloan Piva

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Fantasy Baseball Week 6 cheat sheet: Top free agent hitters, streamers, more

We break down all things offense to prepare you for Week 6 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the must-roster free agents, top waiver options and streamers under 50 percent owned, and the leading prospects to watch.

Sloan Piva

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Padres, Giants threaten single-game home run record in Mexico City

Offense was on the menu for Saturday's Mexico City series opener between the Padres and Giants, with 11 home runs hit between the two teams, just two off the MLB record.

Dan Treacy

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The Lee Elia rant: Breaking down the epic 1983 tirade of profanity

On April 29, 1983, Cubs manager Lee Elia unleashed an epic rant, one laced with profanity that will be celebrated every late April for as long as the sport of baseball exists. 

Ryan Fagan

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Latest injury updates on Justin Verlander as he prepares to make Mets debut

The Mets are hoping to have their ace on the mound in early May.

Kevin Skiver

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How long is Aaron Judge out?

The Yankees could be without their captain for a couple of games after Aaron Judge left Thursday's game with right hip discomfort.

David Suggs

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Framber Valdez, Max Fried

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Framber Valdez, Max Fried, and Zach Eflin could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Why Dodgers, Cardinals, Phillies and Astros should have optimism despite slow starts

The slate of games this weekend, the final weekend of the first month of the season, is rather fascinating. Two series in particular stand out because, frankly, the teams involved have not played nearly to the level of expectations — internal or external — heading into the year. 

Ryan Fagan

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MLB Power Rankings: Rays sit atop the inaugural TSN15

We're ranking MLB teams from 1 to 12. Why only 12? Because that’s how many teams make the playoffs — six in the AL, six in the NL. But we'll also discuss three more teams to watch.

Ryan Fagan

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Drew Maggi describes drawing huge ovation from Pirates fans in long-awaited MLB debut

Drew Maggi was buried in MLB systems for 13 years, but he finally got a big-league at-bat.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Cardinals optioned OF Jordan Walker after hot start to season

The Cardinals have a crowded outfield situation, and Jordan Walker is the odd one out.

Kevin Skiver

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Why New Era forced Braves to nix Big Hat home run celebration

Not even a month into the season, the Braves Big Hat has been forced into retirement.

Kevin Skiver

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Fantasy Baseball Closer Updates: Latest news on every bullpen situation

The fantasy baseball experts from RotoBaller break down every bullpen situation. Get the latest RP news and analysis to help you stay competitive in saves all season long.

RotoBaller

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Red Sox' Alex Cora walks back comments about Orioles sign stealing

Cora said his past makes him the last person who could cast aspersions toward another team.

Edward Sutelan

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List of MLB managers on hot seat looks different now than before Opening Day

Let's try to figure out which skippers might be headed in the wrong direction and which ones are taking unwarranted heat.

Ryan Fagan

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Explaining family ties between Canaan Smith-Njigba and Jaxon Smith-Njigba

They chose different sports, but Jaxon and Canaan Smith-Njigba are hoping to put on for their hometown wherever they go.

David Suggs

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Ranking the best Japanese players in MLB history, from Ichiro and Ohtani to Kazuhiro Sasaki

Everywhere you look, it seems, there’s a player who first achieved success playing in Japan making an impact on the 2023 MLB season. So that got us thinking: Who are the best players from Japan in MLB history? 

Ryan Fagan

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The Pirates are off to their best start since 1992. Should we take them seriously?

Pittsburgh is off to a historically good start by Pirate-baseball standards. But is it sustainable?

Jason Foster

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Watch Rays SS Wander Franco make a barehanded over-the-shoulder catch

Rays shortstop Wander Franco, looking like Kevin Mitchell, joined Hunter Renfroe in the running for Catch of the Year in 2023.

Kevin Skiver

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Best DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Matt Duffy, Eloy Jimenez

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Matt Duffy, Ken Waldichuk, and Eloy Jimenez could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Fantasy Baseball Week 5 cheat sheet: 2-start SPs, top adds & streams, closers

We break down everything you need to know about pitching to prepare you for Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the best two-start pitchers, must-roster and streamable players widely available in leagues, and our closer rankings and bullpen report.

Sloan Piva

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Fantasy Baseball Week 5 cheat sheet: Top free agent hitters, streamers, more

We break down all things offense to prepare you for Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season, discussing the must-roster free agents, top streamable players under 50 percent owned, and prospects to watch.

Sloan Piva

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Masataka Yoshida becomes first Japanese player with two home runs in an inning

Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida made history on Sunday, becoming the first Japanese-born player with two home runs in one inning.

Dan Treacy

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Shohei Ohtani, Hunter Brown

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Shohei Ohtani, Hunter Brown, and Zac Gallen could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Best prop bets for Fernando Tatis Jr.'s 2023 season debut

Fernando Tatis Jr. is set to make his 2023 regular season debut tonight against the Diamondbacks. Check out our picks for the best available prop bets, including Tatis Jr.'s over/under HRs and RBIs.

Jovan Alford

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MLB Top Prospects: Taj Bradley, Brett Baty among top fantasy baseball rookies

The experts from RotoBaller break down several MLB top prospects, including Taj Bradley and Brett Baty. Get scouting reports and waiver-wire advice for navigating the rookie landscape in redraft and dynasty leagues.

RotoBaller

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TSN Archives: Babe Ruth homers in Yankee Stadium opening on April 18, 1923

"Some ball park," Babe Ruth would say after his home run won the opener on April 18, 1923, at "the Yankee Stadium," as it was known then. Soon, TSN contributor Fred Lieb would dub the more than $2 million cathedral of baseball "the House that Ruth Built."

TSN Archives

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Latest injury updates on Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom

Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom left yet another start, this time after four dominant innings.

Dan Treacy

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Kris Bryant breaks dubious streak by finally hitting first Coors Field home run with Rockies

Kris Bryant was a rare big-ticket addition for the Rockies 13 months ago, but it took until Monday night for his first Coors Field home run.

Dan Treacy

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Andrew McCutchen comes 'full circle' to star with Bryan Reynolds, the prospect he was traded for

From the moment the inevitable trade that every Pirates fan dreaded became official on Jan. 15, 2018, Andrew McCutchen and Bryan Reynolds became forever linked in Pittsburgh baseball history.

Ryan Fagan

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Fantasy Baseball Week 4 cheat sheet: 2-start SPs, must-roster players, top streams

We break down everything you need to know to start off Week 4 of the fantasy baseball season in style, discussing the best two-start pitchers, and must-roster and streamable players under 50 percent owned.

Sloan Piva

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Best DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Vaughn Grissom, Jarred Kelenic

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Jarred Kelenic, Kyle Freeland, and Vaughn Grissom could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Who is Tungsten Arm O'Doyle? Meet Shohei Ohtani's 1921 comparison

O'Doyle has become a personification of the Angels' perpetual woes with the best player in baseball.

Edward Sutelan

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What to know about Mets' Brett Baty, top third base prospect in MLB

Step right up and greet the . . . Brett. Here's what you need to know about the Mets' next great third base hope.

Joe Rivera

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Giancarlo Stanton injury update: Yankees outfielder hits IL

Stanton certainly has a familiarity with the IL, missing time in each of the last five seasons for the Yankees, after playing in 158 games in his debut season in pinstripes in 2018.

Joe Rivera

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Astros' Martin Maldonado to make ESPN history on Sunday night telecast

The latest mic'd-up player on an MLB broadcast will be behind the dish.

Edward Sutelan

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Pitch clock violation forces David Robertson to close out a Mets win twice

MLB umpires clearly aren't applying the pitch clock situationally.

Kevin Skiver

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Mets' TV broadcast crew forced to relocate in Oakland due to squatting possum

This is becoming a regular occurrence at the RingCentral Coliseum.

Edward Sutelan

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Where does Rays' 13-0 start stack up in MLB history?

The Rays came out of the gate scorching hot this season.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Friday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Friday's MLB slate, including a moneyline pick for White Sox-Orioles and a prop from Mets-Athletics.

Matthew Horner

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Blue Jays vs. Rays best bets — Can Tampa Bay keep rolling?

We preview the Blue Jays vs. Rays Friday night showdown, and dive into the stats and betting trends to uncover some best bets. Can Tampa Bay keep up its torrid start and continue making bettors money?

Sloan Piva

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Friday night's SuperDraft MLB DFS lineup picks

Our Friday night MLB SuperDraft tournament lineup features a contrarian starting pitching option, a two-player Marlins stack that could feast off an underperforming lefty, and several other picks in plus-matchups. Check out all our picks and strategy advice ahead of tonight's daily fantasy baseball tournaments.

Nick Musial

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Kodai Senga, Sean Manaea

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Kodai Senga, Sean Manaea, and Austin Gomber could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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'Abbott Elementary' predicted Adley Rutschman's walk-off home run

Rutschman's walk-off homer was predicted in Wednesday's episode of the ABC hit series "Abbott Elementary."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jackie Robinson Day 2023: One man's eternal impact

The Sporting News covered Jackie Robinson from his signing as a minor leaguer through his historic debut, Hall of Fame career and on to today, Jackie Robinson Day.

Bob Hille

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How Rays' payroll compares to rest of MLB

The Rays are a win away from tying the record for best start to the season. They have done it with one of the smallest payrolls in MLB.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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If not for Jackie Robinson …

Forty-two things that wouldn’t have happened when they did if Jackie Robinson hadn't broken baseball’s color barrier 76 years ago, April 15, 1947.

Bob Hille

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An appreciation for Jackie

The Sporting News in April 1997 ran this appreciation for Jackie Robinson by Leonard Coleman, the NL president at the time and, at Rachel Robinson's request, chair of the Jackie Robinson Foundation.

TSN Archives

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Jackie breaks the color barrier

In The Sporting News dated April 2012, TSN, which had covered baseball since March 17, 1886, ranked the top 10 stories that shaped baseball and Jackie Robinson breaking MLB’s color barrier was No. 1.

Bob Hille

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TSN Archives: Jackie makes his debut

The Sporting News' lead story — by renowned columnist Ward Morehouse — about Jackie Robinson's historic debut on April 15, 1947, was just part of TSN's multi-story, multifaceted coverage, unlike any since the publication began covering baseball in 1886.

TSN Archives

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Why the Tigers pulled Javier Baez from game vs. the Blue Jays in third inning

Javier Baez's troubles with the Tigers continue. A mental error costs him the remainder of a game against Toronto.

Kevin Skiver

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The Rays are 13-0, but what does that tell us about their future?

The Rays' 13-game winning streak has given their odds in Vegas a massive jump in every way — odds to win the division, odds to make the playoffs and even odds to win the World Series. But what does this mean? 

Ryan Fagan

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Jordan Walker hitting streak: How Cardinals rookie's 12-game run compares to MLB records

Walker's hitting streak is the longest by a rookie to start their career since 2016, and the longest by a player aged 20 or younger since Eddie Murphy.

Edward Sutelan

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Bobby Witt Jr. foul ball caught by dad in stands during Royals-Rangers game

Bobby Witt Sr. caught plenty of baseballs during his time with the Rangers. This time, he made an unlikely catch from his son 22 years after his playing days were done.

Edward Sutelan

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Anthony Rizzo lends support to long-haired bat boy with heartwarming gesture after Yankees-Guardians series

One Yankees bat boy was finally able to let his hair down after meeting with New York's star slugger, Anthony Rizzo.

David Suggs

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Thursday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Thursday's MLB slate, including an O/U pick on the total for Athletics-Orioles and a prop from Tigers-Blue Jays.

Matthew Horner

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TSN Archives: Boiling Braves (13-0) Create Aura of Winnersville (May 3, 1982, issue)

The Braves won their first 13 games in 1982, setting a record, leaving The Sporting News to assess in the May 3 issue just how good the team could be.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Milwaukee's Best Team Since Laverne & Shirley (May 4, 1987, issue)

When the Brewers started the 1987 season with 13 consecutive victories, The Sporting News marveled at a Milwaukee team that somehow, some way got it done.

TSN Archives

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MLB pitch-clock rules have presented challenges for broadcasters, but with positive results

The ripple effects of baseball’s new pitch clock have been felt across the sport, but perhaps nowhere — other than the mound and the batters box — more so than the broadcast booth. 

Ryan Fagan

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How the A's Chad Smith notched a milestone win in an unusual way on a marathon day

Smith traveled all morning to Baltimore and then helped Oakland end a losing streak at night.

Kevin Skiver

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Yankees-Guardians gets weird with bizarre replay, Aaron Boone ejection, ump hit by throw

The Yankees and Guardians have, seemingly, very rarely had normal meetings and their rubber match on Wednesday continued the trend.

Joe Rivera

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Dansby Swanson leaves Cubs game with exhaustion after wife Mallory's surgery

Cubs fans had a small scare on Tuesday, when he removed himself from Chicago's matchup vs. Seattle. There's a good reason for it.

Joe Rivera

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Who is Edouard Julien? Twins promote star WBC Canada slugger

Julien is an on-base machine and offers the ability to play several different positions.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Wednesday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Wednesday's MLB slate, including a spread pick for the Cardinals-Rockies, and a player prop from A's-Orioles.

Matthew Horner

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When will Carlos Rodon make Yankees debut?

The Yankees made a splash signing in the offseason with the two-time All-Star. He has yet to debut for the team.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Who has thrown the fastest MLB pitch ever tracked?

Greene and Hicks are two of the hardest throwers in baseball. But where do their fastballs rank among the fastest in league history?

Edward Sutelan

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Why the Rays might've been better off had their winning streak ended at 10

Even though every MLB season is different and every team is different, and as silly as it sounds, there's at least some precedent suggesting that the Rays might've been better off had their season-opening winning streak ended at 10 games.

Jason Foster

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Why Reds players celebrate home runs with Viking apparel

Cincinnati is the latest team with a unique home run celebration.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Tuesday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Tuesday's MLB slate, including an O/U pick on the total for Red Sox-Rays and a prop from Brewers-Diamondbacks.

Matthew Horner

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Updated Tampa Bay Rays betting odds following 10-0 start

The Tampa Bay Rays now own MLB's longest season-opening winning streak in the wild card era at 10 games. Following their torrid start, are the Rays a smart bet to win the AL East and World Series? We take a look into how the futures market has shifted over the past 10 days.

Nick Musial

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Why Orioles celebrate home runs with beer bong

Baltimore might have one of the most unique home run celebrations in baseball.

Edward Sutelan

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What are the new renovations at Rogers Centre?

The Blue Jays home stadium received major updates this offseason.

Bryan Murphy

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Why pitch clock, faster games have MLB teams adjusting beer, alcohol sales rules

The Brewers became the first team to sell beers after the seventh inning.

Kevin Skiver

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Fantasy Baseball Week 3 cheat sheet: 2-start SPs, must-roster players, top streams, buy-lows and sell-highs

We break down everything you need to know to start off Week 3 of the fantasy baseball season in style, discussing the best two-start pitchers, must-roster players under 75 percent owned, streamable players under 50 percent owned, and the players you should buy low or sell high.

Sloan Piva

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Latest injury updates on Pirates SS Oneil Cruz

The latest on the injury status of Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz after he exited Sunday's game.

Dan Treacy

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Monday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Monday's MLB slate, including a moneyline pick for Royals-Rangers and a prop from the same game.

Matthew Horner

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Best MLB DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Bryce Elder, Stone Garrett

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Anthony Rendon, Bryce Elder, and Stone Garrett could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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#TheHobby Life: eBay buying and selling tips for trading cards

Everyone who buys and sells on eBay at one point had their initial foray into the marketplace, and most everyone who stuck with it knows more now than they did when they started.

Ryan Fagan

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Pirates, White Sox brawl after Oneil Cruz gets injured in home plate collision

Cruz, one of baseball's most highly-touted youngsters, suffered a serious injury after landing awkwardly trying to slide into home plate.

David Suggs

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Reds minor league affiliate wins 7-5 despite being no-hit

Which team is supposed to celebrate in this situation?

Edward Sutelan

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Saturday night's MLB DraftKings lineup picks for DFS tournaments

Our Saturday night MLB DraftKings tournament lineup features a rookie starting pitcher coming off a solid MLB debut, a Dodgers stack, and three sleepers at the 3B, SS, and OF spots. Check out our picks and strategy advice ahead of tonight's daily fantasy baseball tournaments.

Jovan Alford

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Friday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Friday's MLB slate, including a moneyline pick for Nationals-Rockies and a prop from the Blue Jays-Angels matchup.

Matthew Horner

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Best MLB DFS pitchers for Friday's contests include Clayton Kershaw, MacKenzie Gore

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top starting pitchers for Friday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Hunter Greene, Clayton Kershaw, and MacKenzie Gore could help you cash in today's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Ranking the 10 best characters in classic baseball movie 'Major League'

Today, on the anniversary of the release of the iconic baseball movie, we’re ranking its 10 best characters.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB Odds, Lines, Best Bets for Friday, April 7

Can Sonny Gray keep the Astros' offense at bay in his first home start of the year? Will Brandon Woodruff help lead the Brewers to a 6-1 start? Sporting News breaks down one over/under and one moneyline to bet in Friday's Twins-Astros and Brewers-Cardinals matchups.

Nick Musial

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Giants Triple-A pitcher calls Fernando Tatis Jr. 'cheater' after surrendering home run

Kade McClure wasn't going to take giving up a home run to Fernando Tatis Jr. lying down.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Thursday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Thursday's MLB slate, including picks for Nationals-Rockies and Red Sox-Tigers.

Matthew Horner

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Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice: Jesus Luzardo, Ryan Mountcastle among top trade candidates

The experts from RotoBaller consult their exclusive Fantasy Baseball Trade Analyzer and dish out advice on some notable buy-low, sell-high trade candidates, including Jesus Luzardo, Ryan Mountcastle, George Springer, and Jake Cronenworth.

RotoBaller

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Where is the Blue Jays home run jacket?

Toronto no longer will celebrate with the infamous home run jacket in 2023.

Bryan Murphy

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Shohei Ohtani first two-way pitch timer offender after being called as pitcher, batter in same game

Usually, when something is accomplished as both a pitcher and a hitter in the same game for the first time, it's Ohtani who makes that history. He might not be as excited to have made this bit of history.

Edward Sutelan

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Do Cardinals have a Tyler O'Neill problem, or is it much ado about nothing?

The Cardinals have a situation, what is essentially a difference of opinion between manager Oliver Marmol and outfielder Tyler O’Neill, about a moment in Tuesday night’s loss to Atlanta.

Ryan Fagan

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Alek Manoah: 'I don't give a s—' about criticism from Red Sox's Alex Verdugo

Manoah's antics have drawn the ire of several MLB players, and Verdugo is the latest to criticize him.

Jacob Camenker

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Why the Jonas Brothers were calling the Yankees-Phillies game

The Jonas Brothers joined the Yankees broadcast booth on Tuesday night and instantly went viral for their play-by-play announcing of the game.

Nick Brinkerhoff

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Padres star Manny Machado ejected after arguing pitch clock violation strikeout

Padres 3B Manny Machado became the newest victim of a pitch clock violation strikeout, and his response got him tossed in the first inning.

Dan Treacy

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Yankees vs. Phillies odds, picks, predictions for Wednesday's pitchers' duel

It's been a rough start for the Phillies, and now they have to try to generate some offense against Yankees ace Gerrit Cole. We break down Wednesday afternoon's Phillies-Yankees matchup with a pair of best bets.

Nick Musial

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8 overreactions to MLB Opening Weekend

With a series in the books, we can start to see the fruits of the offseason come to light.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB Betting Playbook: Best picks for Tuesday

BetQL and The Sporting News bring you the top betting trends for Tuesday's MLB slate, including picks for Reds-Cubs and Diamondbacks-Padres.

Matthew Horner

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Pitch clock mental effects: How MLB pitchers, hitters are learning to adjust their routines

Adapting to MLB's new rule is a challenge unlike any that’s been presented in baseball — learning to live with a clock in a sport that’s never really had a clock. 

Ryan Fagan

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What to know about Angels' Anthony Rendon taking a swing at fan after Opening Day loss

What we know about Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon's postgame dispute with a fan at Oakland's RingCentral Coliseum.

Dan Treacy

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Best MLB DFS values for Monday's DraftKings & FanDuel contests include Kutter Crawford, Steven Kwan

The MLB DFS experts from RotoBaller break down the top sleepers and value plays for Monday's DraftKings and FanDuel contests. See why Steven Kwan, Kutter Crawford, and Nolan Gorman could help you cash in tonight's daily fantasy baseball contests.

RotoBaller

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Kodai Senga's 'ghost fork' dazzles in MLB debut

Kodai Senga had the Marlins flailing at his repertoire of pitches.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB admits mistake called in Pete Alonso-Jeff McNeil pitch clock violation

McNeil was assessed an automatic strike because Alonso did not return to first fast enough between pitches.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB Opening Day and futures betting insights & trends

We take a closer look at MLB's Opening Day from a betting angle, examining the top BetMGM betting insights, trends, upsets, bad beats, and futures wagers through the first 24 hours of the 2023 season.

Sloan Piva

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Explaining why most MLB teams are idle Friday

Opening Day is always filled with anticipation and excitement, but what typically follows is a day off for a majority of MLB teams, leaving fans wanting more.

Nick Brinkerhoff

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Overlooked aspect of MLB pitch clock: How will batters use their timeout?

The timeout dilemma is another new, though mostly overlooked, addition to the baseball landscape in 2023.

Ryan Fagan

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What is PitchCom in baseball?

The device is helping pitchers and catchers better communicate without giving away signs to the opponents.

Edward Sutelan

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Dodgers fan's ill-fated on-field marriage proposal blown up by security guard

This will certainly be a memorable proposal.

Edward Sutelan

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Jacob deGrom's Rangers debut a dud as prized free agent gets KO'd on Opening Day

DeGrom signed a huge contract with the Rangers in the offseason. His first time pitching for Texas didn't go so well.

Edward Sutelan

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How long were MLB Opening Day games with the new pitch clock in place?

MLB saw a sharp downturn in average length of game with the addition of the timer.

Kevin Skiver

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Hunter Renfroe dazzles with no-look catch in Angels debut

Hunter Renfroe made an early case for Catch of the Year in his LA debut on Thursday night in Oakland.

Dan Treacy

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Latest injury update on Cardinals C Willson Contreras

The latest on the injury status of Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras.

Dan Treacy

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Rockies' Daniel Bard on IL with anxiety after WBC struggles: 'Hard thing to admit'

Daniel Bard opened up about his struggles with the yips after a tough outing at the World Baseball Classic.

Kevin Skiver

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Aaron Judge homer among the highlights of Opening Day games

The Sporting News tracked scores and highlights from the first day of the 2023 MLB season. Read for updates and results from the games.

Edward Sutelan

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads Blue Jays to Opening Day win over Cardinals

The Sporting News provided updates and highlights from Blue Jays' Opening Day over the Cardinals in St. Louis.

Bryan Murphy

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How Pete Alonso caused a pitch-clock strike against Mets teammate Jeff McNeil

Baserunners also have to worry about the pitch clock.

Kevin Skiver

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Red Sox's Rafael Devers becomes first hitter charged with pitch-clock strikeout

Opening Day has included a handful of pitch clock violations, and Red Sox star Rafael Devers is the first-ever victim of a pitch clock strikeout.

Dan Treacy

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Adam Wainwright delivers incredible national anthem in surprising performance

Adam Wainwright started the year on the IL, but he still made his presence felt.

Kevin Skiver

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Latest injury updates on Braves ace Max Fried after Opening Day exit

Max Fried suffered hamstring discomfort against the Nationals.

Kevin Skiver

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Justin Verlander injury update: Mets' ace to open season on IL with shoulder injury

Verlander was lined up to pitch on Saturday against the Marlins and make his New York home debut the following week.

Edward Sutelan

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Why some MLB rookies are wearing special patch on Opening Day

MLB jerseys haven't been strangers to patches through the years, and on Opening Day 2023, a new modification was introduced.

Joe Rivera

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The pitch clock will ruin everything: Short MLB games are never fun

Let's travel through time for a brief sampling of the misery wrought by short baseball games. Seriously, they're terrible! Nobody has any fun!

Jason Foster

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Yankees pitching injury updates: Why injuries won't derail New York's rotation

Yankees fans have no cause to panic over their IL stints.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Anthony Volpe is wearing No. 11 for Yankees

Volpe actually requested the number from Gardner; No. 11 wasn't worn at all in 2022, and was last worn by Gardner himself in 2021.

Joe Rivera

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How to watch every 2023 Opening Day baseball game

How to watch every Opening Day game, including the nationally televised games.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB Power Rankings, Opening Day edition: Astros, even without Jose Altuve, take top spot

Power rankings in baseball are, at best, fun conversation starters. They’re a way for you to get a sense of how others view your favorite team, outside the bubble/echo chamber of your team’s fandom. 

Ryan Fagan

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MLB predictions 2023: The Sporting News experts pick division winners, awards, World Series champ

In just about 24 hours, a new baseball season will dawn and warm our hearts every day until November. There’s no telling what storylines will emerge between now and then, but that’s not gonna stop us from making some predictions.

Jason Foster

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MLB pitch clock rules for 2023, explained

The pitch clock is going to have a big presence over baseball this season.

Kevin Skiver

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How tall is Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah?

The towering Manoah is on the hill for the Blue Jays' season opener.

Bryan Murphy

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Top prospects to watch for every MLB team in 2023

The second year of baseball's new rules regarding rookies should mean that fans continue to see the brightest young stars early in the 2023 MLB season.

Edward Sutelan

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Who is Anthony Volpe? Meet the Yankees' 21-year-old top prospect

Hope springs eternal, and this spring, Yankees top prospect (and No. 5 prospect in all of MLB) Anthony Volpe staked his claim to the Yankees' starting shortstop job.

Joe Rivera

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What to know about Cardinals rookie Jordan Walker

Jordan Walker is looking to leave his mark on a Cardinals roster that is brimming with talent.

Kevin Skiver

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How will the MLB shift rules impact games in 2023?

MLB is looking to see more balls in play not go directly to a fielder.

Kevin Skiver

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What to know about the new MLB pitch clock in 2023

The MLB pitch timer is here to stay, so the game experience is going to be a little different this year.

Kevin Skiver

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How to watch out-of-market games on MLB TV

MLB TV is the only way to watch non-nationally televised out of market games.

Kevin Skiver

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What to know about MLB's larger bases in 2023

Looking into the reasons behind MLB's move to larger bases.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB live streams: How to watch baseball games free without cable in 2023

MLB fans can stream games in-market.

Kevin Skiver

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Playoff projections, World Series odds for every MLB team

The Sporting News' model has projected the upcoming 2023 MLB season. Here's a look at each team's projected campaigns.

Edward Sutelan

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Explaining why the Orioles sent top prospect Grayson Rodriguez to Triple-A

Grayson Rodriguez didn't show he's ready for The Show just yet in the spring.

Kevin Skiver

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How to get the Aaron Judge-inspired '99 Burger' at Yankee Stadium

Prior to the start of the season, the Yankees revealed that they will be selling burgers known as the "99 Burger," a tasty pair of beef patties slid onto brioche buns.

Joe Rivera

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What channel is Blue Jays vs. Cardinals on today?

The Blue Jays begin the 2023 season with a series against the Cardinals.

Bryan Murphy

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How long is Hyun Jin Ryu out?

Hyun Jin Ryu hasn't pitched since June of 2022 but plans to return to the Blue Jays lineup at some point in 2023.

Bryan Murphy

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Why the Prospect Promotion Incentive has MLB teams calling up prospects earlier

An unheralded part of the new CBA is having a huge effect on MLB rosters.

Kevin Skiver

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Everything to know about the 2023 Blue Jays

Toronto begins the 2023 season in St. Louis with a three-game series against the Cardinals.

Bryan Murphy

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Why Max Scherzer is starting Opening Day for Mets over Justin Verlander

It's not often a reigning Cy Young winner is relegated to starting the second day of the season.

Edward Sutelan

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Betts in Boston, deGrom in Queens and other highlights of new MLB schedule format

MLB's new balanced schedule will deliver some new matchups for fans to enjoy in 2023. Here are some games to look forward to this summer.

Nick Brinkerhoff

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When is MLB Opening Day 2023?

Here's all the information you need to watch the first day of regular-season MLB action in 2023.

Edward Sutelan

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DraftKings MLB Opening Day lineup picks for DFS tournaments

Our Opening Day MLB DraftKings tournament lineup will help you shake off the DFS baseball rust and get right into the money. Check out our favorite pitcher and hitter picks and daily fantasy roster strategy ahead of Thursday's full slate of games.

Sloan Piva

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How long is Bryce Harper out? Updates, return date and more

Harper, who played in just 99 games last year, underwent Tommy John surgery following the season after an initial diagnosis that came in mid-May.

Joe Rivera

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23 reasons why baseball will be great in 2023

From the new rules to a slew of young talent to playoff races that will keep us intrigued all season, there's a lot to like about the 2023 MLB season.

Jason Foster

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MLB Betting Guide 2023: Odds, picks for World Series, MVP, Cy Young, ROY

With the first pitch of the 2023 MLB season slated for 1:05 p.m. ET on Thursday, we run through the gauntlet of futures bets and pick our best bets to win all the major awards, pennants, and the World Series.

Sloan Piva

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Injury timeline, return date for Yankees SP Luis Severino

All you need to know about when Yankees SP Luis Severino could return from injury.

Dan Treacy

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Injury timeline, return date for Yankees SP Carlos Rodon

What to know about Carlos Rodon's timeline for joining the Yankees' rotation.

Kevin Skiver

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Rangers have big contracts, big expectations deep in the heart of Texas

The Rangers were aggressive in the offseason, and the moves seem primed to pay off.

Ryan Fagan

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Sergio Romo ends MLB career with memorable spring training farewell

The longtime Giants reliever helped San Francisco win three titles and struck out Miguel Cabrera for the final out of the 2012 World Series.

Edward Sutelan

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Why Reds' Joey Votto will miss his first Opening Day in 14 years

Joey Votto will not play for the Reds on Opening Day for the first time since 2008.

Jacob Camenker

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How long is Edwin Diaz out?

What should have been a jubilant moment for Team Puerto Rico turned out to be a devastating one for the country and for the Mets.

Joe Rivera

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Randy Rosenberg's ejection of J.T. Realmuto may be the most petty of the season

The Ump Show is BACK.

Kevin Skiver

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#TheHobby Life: Anthony Volpe and Jordan Walker's strong springs have their card prices surging

Anthony Volpe and Jordan Walker managed to light up the card hobby with electric performances on the field, and both didn’t just convince collectors that their futures are bright, they convinced their bosses, too. 

Ryan Fagan

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Why the Reds are still paying Ken Griffey Jr. in 2023

Ken Griffey Jr. is making the third-most money of anyone on the Reds this year.

Kevin Skiver

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Fantasy Baseball Deep Sleeper Team 2023: Underrated players at every position

We're going even deeper into the fantasy baseball draft pool to bring you our Deep Sleeper Team for the 2023 season. Get 'em before they get hot!

Sloan Piva

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Fantasy Baseball All-Bust Team 2023: Overrated players at every position

You've been reading about fantasy baseball sleepers until your eyes get dry, but let's talk about some potential fades and flops at every position with our 2023 All-Bust Team.

Sloan Piva

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Dominate your league with our 2023 fantasy baseball cheat sheet

Our 2023 fantasy baseball cheat sheet has everything you need to dominate your draft: positional and top 300 rankings, sleepers, breakouts and busts, projected auction values, and more!

Sloan Piva

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2023 MLB Top Prospects: Rookies to know in fantasy baseball leagues

Rookies are always highly coveted as potential sleepers, breakouts, and draft-day steals in fantasy baseball, both in redraft and keeper/dynasty leagues. Fantasy Alarm's Matt Selz reveals his 2023 MLB top prospect rankings.

Fantasy Alarm

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Ranking all 15 MLB Opening Day pitching matchups

MLB Opening Day has some boom -- and bust -- pitching matchups.

Kevin Skiver

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Fantasy Baseball 2023: Potential sleepers, breakouts, & draft-day steals at RP

Our list of 2023 fantasy baseball RP sleepers will help you compete in saves without wasting ridiculously high draft picks to get a closer.

Sloan Piva

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