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Addressing three big baseball questions for September

Let’s say a particularly tired baseball fan decided to take a long, long power nap with the request to wake him up when September ends. What baseball questions would he want answered right away?

Ryan Fagan

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Jacob deGrom gives Brandon Nimmo approval for outstanding catch

Jacob deGrom was thrilled with Brandon Nimmo for his ridiculous catch.

Kevin Skiver

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White Sox turn to Miguel Cairo as acting manager with Tony La Russa out indefinitely

Cairo will be the team's acting manager while La Russa is away dealing with an unspecified medical condition.

Edward Sutelan

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Rougned Odor guilty of premature bat flip

Rougned Odor plays with a lot of passion, and sometimes that ends with him falling on his face.

Kevin Skiver

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking NFL cuts, US Open and another LIV Golf defection

NFL teams finalize their rosters, there won’t be another fairytale of New York for Emma Raducanu, and PGA Tour fury after Cameron Smith leaves for LIV Golf.

The Sporting News

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Astros put Justin Verlander on IL with calf injury

Verlander was dealing against Baltimore; he struck out six in three scoreless innings.

Edward Sutelan

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How Tommy Edman became 'the most valuable defender in baseball'

Tommy Edman is one of MLB's elite defenders by two important advanced metrics.

Ryan Fagan

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Albert Pujols homers off 450th pitcher, surpasses Barry Bonds' record

Albert Pujols' career is winding down, but he's chasing history in the process.

David Suggs

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Record $12.6 million price for 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle represents the eternal hope of collecting

There is always the chance — as minuscule as it might be — that any one of us baseball card collectors could one day luck into something special. That's the hope — and fun — of collecting.

Ryan Fagan

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Rory McIlroy takes FedEx Cup, concern for Commanders rookie, WNBA playoffs heat up

Rory McIlroy roars to a record third FedEx Cup title, concern for the Commanders after Brian Robinson shooting, and wins for the Sun and Storm in the WNBA playoffs.

The Sporting News

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Hawaii finishes dominant LLWS run with mercy-rule win over Curacao in championship final game

The Sporting News tracked live scores and highlights from Sunday's championship game. Follow along for complete updates from Hawaii vs. Curacao.

Edward Sutelan

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Latest Little League World Series scores, bracket updates, TV info

Here are the latest scores and updates from the 2022 Little League World Series.

David Suggs

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Little League World Series 2022 schedule, scores and channels

Here is everything you need to know about the 2022 Little League World Series, including a full TV schedule and an updated bracket for every game of the tournament.

David Suggs

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Hawaii Little League World Series team by the numbers: How West region champions have dominated the LLWS

The Honolulu Little League side is kicking butt and taking names in the 2022 Little League World Series.

David Suggs

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Little League World Series 2022 results: Hawaii breezes past Tennessee to win U.S. championship

The Sporting News tracked live updates from Saturday's game. Below are the highlights and live results from the United States final at Lamade Stadium.

David Suggs

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What channel is Hawaii vs. Tennessee on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 LLWS United States final

Here's all the information you need to watch the 2022 Little League World Series United States final.

Kevin Skiver

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Defense proves pivotal as Curacao wins LLWS international championship

The Sporting News tracked live scores and highlights from Saturday's game. Here are the live updates from the 2022 Little League World Series international final.

David Suggs

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Yankees reliever Aroldis Chapman goes to the IL with an . . . unusual ailment

It just hasn't been Chapman's year.

Edward Sutelan

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How to watch the 2022 LLWS final, Hawaii vs. Curacao

Here's all the information you need to watch the 2022 Little League World Series championship game.

Kevin Skiver

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Who is Josiah Porter? Meet the Tennessee star who overcame blindness in one eye to impress at LLWS

here's everything you need to know about Josiah Porter, the inspiring youngster who has captured the hearts and minds of fans across the country.

David Suggs

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What channel is Chinese Taipei vs. Curacao on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 LLWS international final

Here's all the information you need to watch the 2022 Little League World Series international final.

Kevin Skiver

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Guardians' Steven Kwan makes a Jeter-like diving catch into the stands against the Mariners

Steven Kwan stole the show with a late-night web gem in Seattle.

Kevin Skiver

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Julio Rodriguez contract details: Mariners ink rookie phenom to massive extension

Rodriguez becomes the latest young star to sign a major deal well before hitting free agency.

Edward Sutelan

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White Sox fall to Orioles in extra innings after shocking ninth-inning, two out collapse

The White Sox appeared poised to take a road win and a game away from the wild card-contending Orioles. That's when chaos ensued.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Shaquem Griffin, Oneil Cruz, Tiger and Rory's PGA plans, and more

Shaquem Griffin ends his playing career, Oneil Cruz crunches the hardest hit of all time, and Tiger and Rory plan a golfing revolution.

The Sporting News

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Watch an incredible home run robbery at the Little League World Series

Corey Kahn slammed into a wall and lost his hat, but the catch was worth it.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB 2023 schedule changes, explained: Teams will play every other team in switch to 'balanced' approach

Here's everything you need to know about the 2023 MLB schedule.

David Suggs

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Justin Verlander fine with being pulled from no-hitter

The Astros ace is coming off a two-year layoff due to Tommy John surgery.

David Suggs

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Explaining Twins manager Rocco Baldelli's ejection after mound visit

Rocco Baldelli got ejected debating the rule after Aaron Sanchez was removed from the game.

Joe Rivera

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Derek Carr addresses Tom Brady rumors, plus Kevin Durant, Usain Bolt and more

Derek Carr and those Tom Brady rumors, the latest Kevin Durant developments and Usain Bolt’s plans for his post-career empire.

The Sporting News

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Bryce Harper homers in first at-bat of rehab start, again later ahead of Phillies return: 'Superman doing Superman things'

The Phillies are hoping to get their superstar slugger back sooner than later.

Kevin Skiver

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Ken Griffey Jr. added to Team USA as hitting coach for the World Baseball Classic, which includes Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, others

The World Baseball Classic is returning and 2023, and it is garnering quite a bit of buzz.

Kevin Skiver

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Little League World Series responds to 'racially insensitive' video

A video surfaced over the weekend of the Midwest team covering one of their players, who is Black, in cotton pulled from stuffed toys.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. offers emotional apology after PED suspension, will undergo shoulder surgery: 'I have failed'

Fernando Tatis Jr. added he will be getting shoulder surgery as he talked to media in the Padres dugout.

Kevin Skiver

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Nicaragua's Luis Garcia celebrates home run moonshot with epic bat flip, hit the griddy in Little League World Series

The kids are alright...

David Suggs

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Walker Buehler injury update: Dodgers' right-hander undergoes second Tommy John operation to repair issue in elbow

Los Angeles will be without one of its best starting pitchers for the remainder of the year.

Edward Sutelan

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Meet Munetaka Murakami, Japan's young slugging phenom

The young Yakult Swallows slugger is dominating Japan's Central League.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Tom Brady, Bryce Harper, Man United and more

Tom Brady’s back after his break from the Bucs, the Phillies are hoping for a playoff boost with Bryce Harper's return, and Manchester United finally get their season going.

The Sporting News

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Reds' top prospect Elly De La Cruz gets high praise from Cincy legend: 'Elly's phenomenal'

On the MLB.com ranking of the sport’s top 100 prospects, De La Cruz went from No. 76 in the preseason rankings all the way up to No. 15 in the midseason update.

Ryan Fagan

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Which teams are in the 2022 Little League World Series?

Here is everything you need to know about the teams in the 2022 Little League World Series.

David Suggs

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Full TV, streaming schedule for Little League World Series

The Little League is back on the biggest stage. Fans looking to catch this year's Little League World Series can tune in in a number of ways.

Joe Rivera

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LLWS teams, ages, pitch count and more for 2022 tournament

Here's everything you need to know about the 2022 World Series, which again included international competition after the 2021 tournament:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Little League World Series player who fell from bunk bed suffers second fall in hospital, status improving: 'Grateful and blessed to have witnessed yet another miracle'

The Utah Little League team will continue to play during the Little League World Series.

Edward Sutelan

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When will Bryce Harper return? Phillies star set for rehab stint with Triple-A affiliate

Harper could be back as soon as next week, if everything goes smoothly.

David Suggs

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LLWS hot mic catches player blaming ESPN for comeback

Controversy in the Little League World Series! (Except, not really).

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Canada's Jaxon Mayervich steals the show with incredible LLWS interview

Deadpan as ever, Mayervich showed off his wonderful personality during coverage of MLB's Little League Classic.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking NFL preseason, Usyk-Joshua aftermath and more

Giants wait for news on Kayvon Thibodeaux's knee, Fury’s next after Usyk beats Joshua again, and it’s the USA 3, Chelsea 0 in the Premier League.

The Sporting News

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Orioles' Adley Rutschman had the time of his life at the Little League World Series

Adley Rutschman was seen sliding down the hillside, taking pictures with players and fans, and signing autographs. It's one of the purest things to happen in sports.

David Suggs

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Aaron Judge, Alek Manoah prevent benches from clearing after hit-by-pitch in Yankees-Blue Jays game

Gerrit Cole was ready to charge Manoah after Judge was hit by a pitch.

Edward Sutelan

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Braves outfielder Marcell Ozuna booed by fans in Atlanta following return from DUI arrest

Ozuna was arrested for the second time in two years during his Braves' tenure.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB Little League Classic TV coverage, location, uniforms & more for Red Sox vs. Orioles

Here's everything you need to know about the 2022 MLB Little League Classic, including TV information, location and details about the uniforms.

David Suggs

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Joe Maddon takes aim at analytics emphasis

Joe Maddon bemoaned the lack of control MLB managers now have over games.

Kevin Skiver

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Aaron Boone's frustration boils over after Yankees woes continue: 'Play better, we'll handle it'

The Yankees are holding an eight-game lead in the AL East, but they've struggled over the past month plus.

Kevin Skiver

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Brogan Oliverson replaces brother Easton in Little League World Series after head injury, gets standing ovation

Easton Oliverson is recovering at home after falling out of a bunk bed.

Kevin Skiver

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Astros' Yordan Alvarez taken to hospital during Astros-Braves game, Dusty Baker says star doing 'fine'

Yordan Alvarez pulled himself from Friday's game vs. the Braves after experiencing shortness of breath, manager Dusty Baker told reporters.

Kevin Skiver

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White Sox manager Tony La Russa does it again, walks Guardians' Oscar Gonzalez with a 1-2 count

Tony La Russa continues to be the most entertainingly confounding manager in baseball.

Kevin Skiver

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Albert Pujols' chase for 700 homers gets grand boost with recent binge

The Albert Pujols home run countdown has officially kicked into high gear. 

Ryan Fagan

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Why the NL East is the most exciting race in baseball

The battle for the NL East has just about everything one could want in a fun baseball story, courtesy of the Mets and Braves. And it seems destined to go the distance.

Jason Foster

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Deshaun Watson, Tom Brady and more, and introducing Clobberin' Time

The winners and losers as the NFL doubles Deshaun Watson’s ban, the curious case of Tom Brady’s disappearance, and The Sporting News celebrates the biggest fight of the year with a brand new boxing podcast.

The Sporting News

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Pirates, Cubs minor leaguers combine for no hits in the same game but just one no-hitter

Not all no hitters are created equal.

Kevin Skiver

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Recent Diamondbacks call-up Stone Garrett used LinkedIn to resurrect baseball career

Make sure to turn your LinkedIn notifications on!

David Suggs

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Michael Harris II exudes no emotions but lots of talent and confidence as Braves' new $72 million man

Why would a defending World Series champion give an eight-year, $72 million contract to a kid who was riding buses in the low minors just one year ago? A valid question, perhaps, but only if you've never seen Michael Harris II play.

Jason Foster

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking LeBron, Yankees' big win, Anthony Joshua and more

New contract earns LeBron James the big bucks, a walk-off win takes the pressure off the Yankees, and AJ’s feeling the heat in Saudi Arabia.

The Sporting News

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MLB umpires get defensive about how they interpret controversial home plate collision rule

MLB umpires are fighting back.

Joe Rivera

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When will Mike Trout return? Angels superstar sets potential return date, comments on back injury

The superstar has been sidelined since July with a back injury.

Joe Rivera

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White Sox the latest pro franchise to invest in college athletes with NIL deals

Chicago joins the Braves and NHL's Panthers in partnering with athletes.

David Suggs

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Dennis Eckersley rips Pirates roster as 'hodgepodge of nothingness'

Eckersley did not mince words when it came to his summation of the Pirates roster.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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As Yankees collapse in August, quick October exit looks likely for flawed roster

Here is everything you need to know about the current state of the New York Yankees: Harrison Bader was trending on Twitter on Tuesday morning, and Brian Cashman was trending on Wednesday morning. 

Ryan Fagan

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What to know about Braves signing rookie star Michael Harris II long-term

The Braves have clearly found a new way of operating, and it's working for Alex Anthopoulos.

Kevin Skiver

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Aaron Rodgers, Tiger Woods, Anthony Joshua and more

Aaron Rodgers rages against his Green Bay slackers, Tiger’s talk keeps the PGA players on the same page, and Anthony Joshua rules out retirement even if he loses to Oleksandr Usyk

The Sporting News

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Carlos Carrasco injury update: How starter's oblique strain affects the Mets

The Mets are facing a test of mettle from mid-August into September with Carlos Carrasco out for up to a month because of a strained oblique.

Kevin Skiver

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Phone flying out of pocket costs Pirates' Rodolfo Castro one-game suspension

Rodolfo Castro will appeal his suspension, but the hilarious moment likely will result in him missing a game.

Kevin Skiver

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Did a fan convince Tony La Russa to pinch run in game vs. Astros? White Sox manager involved in yet another odd incident

Fans have second guessed La Russa's decisions before. This time, he might have listened to them in real time.

Edward Sutelan

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Breaking down Tuesday's Justin Verlander-Dylan Cease matchup

The Astros and White Sox are continuing a four-game set Tuesday with a matchup between two of the AL's best.

Kevin Skiver

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kevin Durant, Carl Nassib, Anthony Joshua and more

Kevin Durant denies retirement reports, the Bucs bring in Carl Nassib, and Anthony Joshua speaks to The Sporting News ahead of his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.

The Sporting News

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Little League Softball World Series schedule: Full bracket, times, channels for every 2022 game

Here is everything you need to know about the 2022 Little League Softball World Series, including bracket information and television schedule.

David Suggs

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Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz weigh in on Fernando Tatis Jr.'s failed drug test

A-Rod wants Tatis, and any ballplayer, to learn from his mistakes.

Joe Rivera

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Fernando Tatis Jr.'s father says failed drug test came from a fungus caused by a haircut

Fernando Tatis Sr., former major leaguer, says that

Joe Rivera

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Why the Rangers fired manager Chris Woodward

The Sporting News details why manager Rangers Chris Woodward was dismissed midway through his fourth season.

David Suggs

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Where is Mo'ne Davis now? LLWS legend still active in baseball

Mo'ne Davis remains active in baseball seven years after she burst onto the scene at the Little League World Series.

Edward Sutelan

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'Hit one for Uvalde': Astros' Alex Bregman fulfills young fan's request

Houston hosted some 500 Uvalde residents at Minute Maid Park on Sunday.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Joe Burrow, Drew Rasmussen, Will Zalatoris and more

Joe Burrow’s back for the Bengals, so close but no perfect game for Drew Rasmussen, and there’s a win for Will Zalatoris at last on the PGA Tour.

The Sporting News

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Giants' Logan Webb set to duel ex-teammate Tyler Beede, who officiated Webb's wedding

In baseball terms, Webb and Beede go way back. They're close enough that Webb trusted Beede with his nuptials.

David Suggs

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. suspended 80 games for PED violation: Details

The San Diego shortstop will miss the remainder of the 2022 regular season, the 2022 MLB postseason and the start of the 2023 season.

Tom Gatto

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Get an edge on Friday's MLB betting action

We take a look at some of the best bets across the majors on Friday night, which includes Juan Soto's return to Nationals Park and a two-team parlay featuring two of the better teams in the league.

Jovan Alford

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How Edwin Diaz's entrance song at Mets games caught fire and where it ranks among best in MLB history

The Sporting News details the story behind Edwin Diaz's entrance song, as well as a list of the 10 best reliever entrance tracks in MLB history.

David Suggs

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MLB won't return to Field of Dreams for 2023: Why Iowa site won't be ready for next year's game

The Field of Dreams Game has been a huge success, but it will go on hiatus next year.

Kevin Skiver

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Ravens preseason streak, Tom Brady's absence, Field of Dreams and more

Baltimore’s crazy preseason streak continues, Tom Brady takes time away from Tampa Bay, and if you build it, they will come to baseball’s real-life Field of Dreams.

The Sporting News

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MLB Twitter roasts Fox's Harry Caray hologram on Field of Dreams Game telecast

Some MLB fans were not happy about how Fox showed Caray singing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" during the seventh-inning stretch.

Jacob Camenker

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Cubs' pitching stymies Reds' bats in another MLB Field of Dreams Game win for city of Chicago

The Sporting News tracked scores and highlights from Thursday's matchup between Chicago and Cincinnati. Read further for updates on the contest.

Edward Sutelan

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How to watch the Cubs-Reds Field of Dreams Game

The Reds play the Cubs in an NL Central showdown for this year's Field of Dreams game in Iowa.

Kevin Skiver

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Mariners' Paul Sewald takes aim at Yankees after series win

Paul Sewald had some pointed comments toward the Yankees after the Mariners won their first season series against New York since 2001.

Kevin Skiver

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Derek Jeter documentary: Full schedule to watch ESPN's 'The Captain' episodes highlighting Yankees career

Sporting News tells you everything you need to know about the documentary, including channel information, start time and the docu-series' schedule.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Deshaun Watson, Vaughn Grissom, Serena and more

Browns plan to play Deshaun Watson in preseason opener, it’s a debut to remember for Braves' Vaughn Grissom, and Serena waves farewell to Toronto.

The Sporting News

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For surging Phillies, weekend road series vs. Mets offers much-needed litmus test

It’s far too much of a stretch to call this series a battle for the NL East. But this series is important for the Phillies, make no mistake.

Ryan Fagan

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Where is the Field of Dreams Game located? Everything to know about MLB's movie-inspired stadium

No, the Cubs and Reds aren't playing on the same field from the 1989 film “Field of Dreams.”

Edward Sutelan

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Field of Dreams game uniforms 2022: Cubs, Reds honor history

While both squads have histories that stretch back prior to 1900, the uniforms will be a little more recent than that.

Joe Rivera

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MLB Field of Dreams Game TV coverage, location, uniforms & more for Cubs vs. Reds

Here's all the information you need to know about the 2022 MLB Field of Dreams Game.

Edward Sutelan

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Reds' Joey Votto explains what Field of Dreams Game means to him: 'An exceptional moment in my life'

Votto's connection to the "Field of Dreams" movie dates to his childhood.

Jacob Camenker

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Why the Tigers parted ways with Al Avila: Bad trades, Michael Fulmer situation highlight ex-GM's struggles

The Tigers decided not to wait until the end of the season to begin the search for Al Avila's successor.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Daniel Vogelbach changed his walk-up song to 'Milkshake' — and why Mets teammates followed suit

There's a good reason for it!

Joe Rivera

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Chaim Bloom details Chris Sale's broken wrist accident

Sale has had a streak of bad luck in regard to injuries. The accident that caused his broken wrist is no different.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Field of Dreams Game Betting Preview

The Cubs and Reds meet on Thursday in MLB's second-ever Field of Dreams game in iconic Dyersville, Iowa. Check out the moneyline and over/under odds along with our advice on the best way to wager on the game.

Nick Musial

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Keith Hernandez says he doesn't like watching the Phillies play

No love lost between the NL East rivals, clearly.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Roger Goodell explains Deshaun Watson appeal, Serena calling it a career as Tyson Fury returns

Roger Goodell defends the Deshaun Watson decision, Serena Williams will end her career at the US Open (just don’t call it retirement), and the Gypsy King is back!

The Sporting News

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Little League World Series player comforts pitcher who hit him in head with pitch in heartwarming moment

Is someone chopping onions in here?

David Suggs

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Tim Anderson injury update: White Sox shortstop expected to miss 4-6 weeks with torn ligament in hand

Here's everything you need to know about Tim Anderson's injury, including a timetable for his recovery and moves the White Sox might make in the meantime to make up for his absence.

David Suggs

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Chris Sale out for season after breaking wrist in biking accident

Here's everything you need to know about Chris Sale's latest injury, including a timetable for recovery and what it means for Boston's (slim) playoff chances.

David Suggs

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Matt Carpenter injury update: Breakout Yankees slugger out indefinitely with broken foot

Carpenter has enjoyed his best season since his prime St. Louis days, but will now be absent from the Yankee lineup for a while.

Edward Sutelan

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Division-shaking week of contrast lifts Cardinals ahead of Brewers in N.L. Central

Since the trade deadline, the Brewers' moves have backfired, and the red-hot Cardinals took advantage and stormed into first place.

Ryan Fagan

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kevin Durant, WNBA travel chaos, Aaron Rodgers and more

Joe Tsai backs his staff after Kevin Durant ultimatum, WNBA players forced to spend the night in an airport after more travel chaos, and Aaron Rodgers won’t face NFL drug charges.

The Sporting News

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As Aaron Judge continues to mash home runs, a reminder that 60 is still the magical plateau

The home run numbers Aaron Judge are putting up, especially in the post-steroid era, still carry some serious sway.

Ryan Fagan

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Manny Machado confident in face of sweep by Dodgers

Well, if nothing else, the Padres third baseman has confidence.

Joe Rivera

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kareem Hunt, Cale Gundy, Sue Bird and more

Browns stand firm after Kareem Hunt trade request, Cale Gundy resigns over offensive language, and Sue Bird signs off in Seattle.

The Sporting News

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Red Sox's Jarren Duran explains exchange with Royals fans, claims some threw objects at him

Life has been difficult for Jarren Duran and the Red Sox since the All-Star break.

Kevin Skiver

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Twins' Rocco Baldelli rips replay umpires for 'completely unacceptable' call against Gary Sanchez for blocking plate

Rocco Baldelli was not at all happy with the New York replay center's decision to overturn an out call in the Twins' 3-2 loss to the Blue Jays.

Jacob Camenker

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Trout Country: Mike Trout, Millville and the legend of the 18-K no-hitter

There are facts, myths and legends surrounding Mike Trout. The Sporting News went to Millville, N.J., to learn more about the player and the person.

Joe Rivera

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Bat boy draws ire of Max Scherzer by running behind plate while Mets pitcher is in mid-windup

Scherzer did not appear thrilled to have to stop his delivery.

Edward Sutelan

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Dodgers' rousing tribute to Vin Scully capped by fans shouting a signature phrase

The team and the fans celebrated the life and career of the Hall of Fame announcer before the game.

Tom Gatto

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Fagan: DeJong's game-winner a reminder that the past doesn't dictate the future in baseball

The St. Louis shortstop has had a terrible season, and he was facing one of the top relievers of 2022 in a huge spot Friday night. Of course he came through, because baseball.

Ryan Fagan

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Tigers' Miguel Cabrera walks back retirement comments, says he will return for 2023 season

With one fully guaranteed year left on his contract, Cabrera is ready to keep playing in 2023 despite his struggles this year.

David Suggs

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Red Sox's Cora ejected after calm discussion following strange home run by Royals

Cora did not appreciate the explanation the umpire crew gave him for the home run, eventually resulting in his ejection.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Four candidates to be this October's Jorge Soler/Eddie Rosario-type playoff hero

Which recently traded players could end up with surprising postseason MVP honors? Let's take a look.

Ryan Fagan

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Angels' 7-home run loss by the numbers: Five sad stats from MLB record-tying loss to Athletics

"Solo home runs won't kill you" is an old baseball adage that the lowly Angels corroborated Thursday in record-tying fashion.

Joe Rivera

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Clayton Kershaw injury update: Dodgers ace exits start against Giants with back ailment

Kershaw was removed from the game after throwing a warmup pitch prior to the start of the fifth inning.

Edward Sutelan

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Tigers' Miguel Cabrera will consider retirement after 2022 season: 'I don’t feel well right now'

The future first-ballot Hall of Famer is mired in one of the worst seasons of his career and dealing with knee issues at 39.

Edward Sutelan

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Whit Merrifield vaccination status: When the newest member of Blue Jays can make debut in Toronto

The newest member of the Blue Jays wasn't able to travel to Toronto earlier in the season.

Bryan Murphy

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What is the patch on the Dodgers' uniforms?

Scully had a 67-year career as the Dodgers' broadcasting voice.

Joe Rivera

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Next up for Deshaun Watson, new Padres impress and LIV sues PGA Tour

What next for Deshaun Watson and the Browns after the NFL’s appeal? The new Padres make big first impressions in San Diego, and the LIV rebels are set to sue the PGA Tour.

The Sporting News

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MLB trade deadline: Why teams shouldn't covet prospects when trading for stars

Every team believes their top prospect is the next star talent. That's not always the case.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB trade grades 2022: Breaking down every deal completed on deadline day

The Sporting News is grading trades live as they happen on today's deadline.

Kevin Skiver

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Making sense of the Red Sox's trade deadline moves as the club fights for a wild card

Boston's front office may have a vision, but it doesn't mesh with its ambitions.

Kevin Skiver

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New-look Padres, with Juan Soto joining lineup, get off to blazing start to spark beatdown of Rockies

San Diego became Hitsville U.S.A. in the first game with its reinforced lineup.

David Suggs

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Sutelan: Castillo's debut vs. Yankees is why Mariners paid what they did for new ace

The box score says Castillo allowed three runs, but don't let that fool you. He showed why Seattle paid such a high price to acquire him.

Edward Sutelan

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Juan Soto wishes opposing pitchers 'good luck' when facing Padres' lineup in introductory press conference ahead of debut

Juan Soto was all smiles during his first presser with the Padres.

David Suggs

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Rockies' inactivity at 2022 MLB trade deadline the latest confusing decision, from Kris Bryant mega-signing to Nolan Arenado trade

The Rockies are listless, and it shows in their action (or lack thereof).

Kevin Skiver

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Best bets for Juan Soto's Padres debut

Juan Soto is set to make his Padres' debut Wednesday night. Check out the moneyline and run line odds and get advice on the best available prop bets, including Soto's over/under to hit a home run.

Jovan Alford

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How the Nationals went from World Series contenders to pretenders

Washington looked like a perennial World Series contender. Now they could be locked in a long rebuild.

Joe Rivera

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With Shohei Ohtani still wearing an Angels uniform, another opportunity for October greatness slips away

The trade deadline has come and gone, and Shohei Ohtani is still with the Angels. That's incredibly disappointing. 

Ryan Fagan

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Updated MLB World Series Odds

The 2022 MLB trade deadline yielded some big splashes (Juan Soto anyone?) and under-the-radar additions for certain teams. With the dust settled, we look at the updated World Series odds board and dish out betting advice for the favorites and biggest movers.

Nick Musial

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Brandon Drury, Michael Fulmer and 6 other underrated players who will make biggest impact after 2022 MLB trade deadline

The Yankees and Twins shored up their bullpens, whereas several teams added some key positional pieces.

Kevin Skiver

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Baseball, Vin Scully and The Sporting News, intertwined since the 1950s

The Sporting News first wrote about Vin Scully in 1953, when he was barely out of college and calling a World Series. Across the years, TSN checked in regularly with Scully, who died Tuesday at 94.

Bob Hille

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TSN Archives: Shift Leaves Mellifluous Scully With Local Accent (March 19, 1990, issue)

Ahead of the 1990 MLB season, NBC lost the national-TV rights, leaving Vin Scully to call only Dodgers games. And that was fine with him, he told The Sporting News.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Scully Still Gets — and Gives — Goosebumps (July 21, 1986, issue)

By the 1980s, Vin Scully was at the height of his profession. Why, at 57, did he keep pushing? "Because after all these years, when I hear the roar of the crowd, I still get goosebumps," Scully told The Sporting News.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Vin Scully Is Dodgers’ MVP (Jan. 10, 1970, issue)

Dodgers came and went, milestones were reached and records broken, and all the while one man was on the call: Vin Scully. Writing in The Sporting News, Hall of Fame sportswriter Jim Murray, in 1970, called him the Dodgers' MVP.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Vin Scully earns TV plum only four years out of Fordham (Oct. 15, 1953, issue)

Vin Scully saw his first World Series in 1952. A year later, only a few years out of Fordham University, he would call his first Fall Classic, The Sporting News wrote in October 1953. The rest is history.

TSN Archives

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Padres trade deadline winners; Dolphins in trouble for tampering with Tom Brady; KD, Nets to meet

The Padres are the big winners on MLB Deadline Day, Tom Brady’s in the clear but Miami’s in trouble over tampering and Kevin Durant to talk to the Nets about his future.

The Sporting News

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Jacob deGrom's anticipated return to Mets included triple-digit velocity, limited run support: 'I felt really good'

The Mets didn't win in deGrom's return from injury, but the two-time Cy Young winner was sharp against the dismantled Nationals.

Jacob Camenker

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Joey Gallo opens up on time with Yankees

The now-Dodgers slugger is self-aware, if nothing else.

Joe Rivera

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Eric Hosmer trade: 1B ends up with Red Sox, not included in Soto deal

Eric Hosmer was originally included in the Juan Soto blockbuster trade, but a no-trade clause in his contract allowed him to veto the move before being traded to Boston.

Kyle Irving

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Analyzing the Padres' lineup after Juan Soto addition

San Diego's lineup is set for many years to come.

Edward Sutelan

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Breaking down the Nationals' return in the Juan Soto trade

The Nationals traded one of MLB's brightest young stars in baseball to the Padres. Was it worth it?

Edward Sutelan

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Juan Soto trade grades: Who won the deal?

The Nationals did the unforgivable on Tuesday, moving on from Juan Soto for a package of prospects and major leaguers.

Joe Rivera

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MLB trade deadline winners and losers 2022: Padres, Astros and Mariners land stars while Red Sox confuse, Nationals falter in Juan Soto deal

Taking a look at the teams that fared the best (and worst) at the 2022 MLB trade deadline.

Edward Sutelan

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Vin Scully dies at 94: MLB world remembers legendary Dodgers broadcaster, best calls

Scully spent 67 of his 94 years calling games for the LA Dodgers.

David Suggs

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MLB trade deadline tracker: News and updates of every deal on 2022 deadline day

With the Aug. 2 MLB trade deadline approaching, The Sporting News is tracking the buzz around players who are likely to be moved.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays trade deadline news and rumors tracker

The Blue Jays are expected to be buyers at the deadline. Here is all the latest rumors and trade details surrounding Toronto.

Bryan Murphy

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Yankees-Cardinals trade details: New York lands OF Bader for SP Montgomery

The Yankees have traded starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery to the Cardinals for outfielder Harrison Bader.

Kyle Irving

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Whit Merrifield trade details: Blue Jays acquire utility player from the Royals for minor leaguers

Toronto added the utility man to provide an option off the bench and on the bases.

Bryan Murphy

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Noah Syndergaard trade details: Angels send starter to Phillies after rumored Blue Jays reunion

Thor is back in the NL East. He'll just be in red-and-white this time around.

David Suggs

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Brandon Drury trade details: Padres capitalize on Reds' fire sale, add to already stacked lineup

The Padres are not done dealing, even after acquiring Juan Soto at the MLB trade deadline.

David Suggs

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David Robertson trade details: Phillies add bullpen depth

The Phillies have been active on deadline day, with their latest move adding bullpen depth in Cubs closer David Robertson.

Kyle Irving

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Why Nationals prez Mike Rizzo wore wore World Series ring after Juan Soto trade

The Nationals front office man also had a message for fans by way of jewelry.

Joe Rivera

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Tyler Mahle trade details: Twins nab veteran starter, send prospects to Reds

Here's everything you need to know about the deal that brought Tyler Mahle to Minnesota.

David Suggs

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Joey Gallo trade details: Yankees move outfielder to LA

The Yankees get a Clayton in return. No, not that one.

Joe Rivera

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Juan Soto trade details: What did the Padres give up to land young star?

The Juan Soto trade sweepstakes are finished, with the winning team emerging in the Padres. Here's everything you need to know about the trade:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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By winning Juan Soto trade derby, Padres' A.J. Preller cements aggressive, daring legacy

A.J. Preller grew up collecting baseball cards, right in the heart of the junk wax era. And he trades his actual players the way kids traded cards in the '80s.

Ryan Fagan

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Blue Jays acquire Zach Pop, Anthony Bass from Marlins for Jordan Groshans

GM Ross Atkins made his first move on deadline day, bolstering the Blue Jays' back end.

Bryan Murphy

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When will Fernando Tatis Jr. be cleared to rejoin the Padres?

The Padres could well have a stacked lineup heading into the home stretch of the 2022 season.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB expanded playoffs, explained: How many teams will reach 2022 postseason, other essential information

The MLB postseason is going to have a different format from recent years.

Kevin Skiver

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How Padres' WS odds moved after Juan Soto trade

How much better is the Padres' 2022 World Series outlook after trading for Juan Soto and Josh Bell? We look at how San Diego's odds to win the World Series moved before offering up some advice for bettors.

Nick Musial

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Juan Soto trade rumors: Nats star gets ovation in potential last game

Soto acknowledged the ovation, but admitted it was weird considering he doesn't know about any move as of yet.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Christian Vazquez pulled from awkward interview after Red Sox-Astros trade

Vazquez, the longest-tenured player in Boston, was still clearly taking in news of the trade.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Christian Vazquez trade details: Astros acquire Red Sox catcher

The Astros have reportedly acquired Red Sox veteran catcher Christian Vazquez as they pursue another World Series title.

Kyle Irving

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Trey Mancini trade grades: Astros address problem at first base, Orioles fall on face in three-team deal involving Rays

The Astros were heavily tied to Josh Bell, but they got a steal in Trey Mancini instead.

Kevin Skiver

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Trey Mancini trade to Astros leaves former Orioles teammates disheartened: 'It sucks'

“We just lost one of the greatest teammates and one of the greatest players.”

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Astros busy ahead of MLB trade deadline, NFL mulls Deshaun Watson appeal, LIV Golf's massive Tiger Woods offer

The Astros get busy ahead of trade deadline day, the NFL to decide on Deshaun Watson appeal, and LIV Golf’s near-billion dollar offer for Tiger Woods.

The Sporting News

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Juan Soto trade rumors: Latest news, updates, details about Nationals star outfielder near trade deadline

The Sporting News is covering the latest updates on the Juan Soto trade rumors as the trade deadline approaches.

Edward Sutelan

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What time is the MLB trade deadline today? Latest news, rumors & top targets to know for 2022

With some big pieces still to fall into place, MLB executives hear the clock ticking as they try to land the remaining big fish at the deadline.

Kevin Skiver

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Jose Quintana trade details: Cardinals bolster pitching staff in deadline deal with Pirates to help with playoff push

Here are the details of the deal that brought Jose Quintana to Busch Stadium.

David Suggs

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Tommy Pham trade details: Red Sox snag veteran outfielder from Reds

The Sporting News details what the Red Sox had to get up to bring in the veteran outfielder.

David Suggs

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Frankie Montas trade details: Yankees acquire SP from Athletics

As the Yankees continue to push for their first World Series trophy since 2009, they have bolstered their rotation and bullpen after acquiring Frankie Montas and Lou Trivino from the Athletics.

Kyle Irving

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Trey Mancini trade details: Astros acquire veteran bat from Orioles in three-team deadline deal with Rays

The Sporting News gives you the details on just what it took for Houston to pry Mancini from the Orioles.

David Suggs

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Frankie Montas trade grades: How did Yanks, A's fare?

The A's have finally dealt their ace. To the Yankees. Again.

Joe Rivera

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Why the Angels aren't dealing two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani ahead of 2022 MLB trade deadline

Rumors of Shohei Ohtani being dealt arose, but none of them seemed to pick up much traction.

Kevin Skiver

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Juan Soto top list of 29 best available trade deadline candidates

Ohtani? Soto? Montas? Will they stay or will they go? Know how the best part of any draft coverage, after the first six or seven picks, is the tracker they show at the bottom of the screen showing you the “best remaining players” on a scroll? Think of this list like that. 

Ryan Fagan

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Brewers send Josh Hader to Padres: Full details

After years of will-they-won't-they, the Brewers finally moved on from Josh Hader.

Joe Rivera

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Grading the trade that sent Josh Hader to the Padres

It's not often teams move their top-level closers at the deadline, but the Brewers seem to have faith in their bullpen.

Kevin Skiver

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TSN Archives: 58 stories across 100 years of Mount Rushmore athletes

As part of The Sporting News' Mount Rushmore project, we’ve combed through our Archives to find stories about the vast majority of athletes selected in the 13 qualifying cities. The range of stories is, frankly, astonishing.

Bob Hille

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Bill Russell tribute, Deebo Samuel gets paid, Reid Detmers is immaculate

The Sporting News 7 pays tribute to to the great Bill Russell, Deebo Samuel and the 49ers do a deal, and immaculate Reid Detmers strikes again, and again, and again.

The Sporting News

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Javy Baez hits home run off brother-in-law Jose Berrios, claims family bragging rights

Talk about family business..

David Suggs

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Aaron Judge pushes ahead of Yankees legends with torrid home run pace heading into August

Aaron Judge is putting together a magical season for the Yankees in a contract year.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Mariners traded for Castillo and what it means for Soto

The Mariners made the first major deal of the deadline, landing Reds ace Luis Castillo.

Kevin Skiver

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Luis Castillo trade grades: Mariners add top rotation target, but at a high prospect price to Reds

Seattle's rotation receives a huge boost, but it had to pay a hefty price for it.

Tom Gatto

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MLB trade rumors: Potential surprising destinations for Shohei Ohtani, Willson Contreras and J.D. Martinez

These three trades might seem surprising, but actually make a lot of sense for both teams involved. 

Ryan Fagan

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Shohei Ohtani sounds unsure about Angels future

Shohei Ohtani sounded like he has love for the Angels, but isn't closing any doors.

Kevin Skiver

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Luis Castillo trade details: Mariners acquire Reds ace

The Reds have parted ways with Luis Castillo in return for several of the Mariners' biggest prospects, including top-20 shortstop Noelvi Marte.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nationals to make final push for Juan Soto extension

The Nationals aren't giving up on keeping Juan Soto just yet, but they'll have to do better than their previous offer.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Joey Gallo's Yankees tenure has turned out to be a bust

Gallo is likely to be traded by the Yankees after New York acquired Andrew Benintendi, ending what has been a disappointing run in the Bronx.

Edward Sutelan

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Best MLB trade deadline landing spots for Bryan Reynolds

The Sporting News examines five teams rumored to be interested in Pirates star Bryan Reynolds

David Suggs

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