MLB NEWS

Why did MLB move the All-Star game? League takes stance on controversial Georgia voting law

Commissioner Rob Manfred released a statement on Friday regarding the league and Georgia's new voting law.

Joe Rivera

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What we know about Nationals COVID-19 situation

The Nationals were dealt some bad news prior to the start of the 2021 season. Here's when we can expect to see them start their season.

Joe Rivera

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Cody Bellinger sees 'exciting … fun season' as Dodgers, Padres battle for NL West crown

If the Dodgers are going to make it two titles in a row in 2021, their toughest competition is the team two hours south, down Interstate 5 along the California coast.

Ryan Fagan

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Francisco Lindor contract details: View the mega-deal for mega-star

New owner Steve Cohen rang in the 2021 season by giving star Francisco Lindor a massive $341 contract that delivers a clear message: these ain't your daddy's Mets.

Joe Rivera

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A's fans get first crack at booing Astros players for stealing signs

Oakland fans let it all out after COVID-19 robbed them of the opportunity in 2020.

Tom Gatto

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The Yankees fall victim to one of MLB's stupid rule changes, and people are rightfully mad about it

The runner-on-second-in-extra-innings rule is back for 2021, and we already have our first victim.

Joe Rivera

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Cleveland sports host blasts 'stupid idiot' Indians fan in epic rant following Opening Day loss

Bruce Drennan did not hold back in his disdain for a caller.

Joe Rivera

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Dodgers' Cody Bellinger loses a home run because of Justin Turner's baserunning

Bellinger "passed" Turner on the bases because Turner was trying to sprint back to first base when he didn't need to.

Tom Gatto

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Pablo Sandoval — yep, he's still in the league — hits game-tying homer vs. Phillies ace Nola

Admit it. You didn’t even know Pablo Sandoval was on a big league roster this year.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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Mets' Francisco Lindor says he'll be a 'bad mother f-er' when he's 38

Lindor is certainly feeling himself after signing a big-time contract extension on Thursday.

Joe Rivera

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Bryce Harper's Phillie Phanatic-themed cleats for Opening Day are a heck of a sight

Harper had a way to steal headlines before even taking the field.

Joe Rivera

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Miguel Cabrera hits first home run of MLB season — through Opening Day snowflakes

Mother Nature wasn't playing fair on Opening Day, with snow in Detroit.

Joe Rivera

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MLB Weather

Rain and cold temperatures are a worry for several teams on opening day. Get the latest MLB weather forecasts before locking in your fantasy baseball and DFS lineups.

Matt Lutovsky

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MLB must-follow Twitter accounts for 2021

Follow these baseball-oriented accounts for information and entertainment.

Sporting News

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21 very specific predictions for the 2021 MLB season

Every one of these things will happen. Mark it down.

Jason Foster

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Ranking the 21 best Opening Day performances in the past 100 years

Let’s look at the 21 most impressive individual performances over the past 100 years of baseball’s Opening Day.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB predictions 2021: SN projects division winners, playoff picture, World Series matchup

Here's how SN's baseball experts think the 2021 MLB season will play out.

Jason Foster

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All-Fun Team: Baseball's most joyful, exciting players

Baseball is back, and hopefully it will be more fun than ever. Here is the first-ever SN MLB All-Fun Team.

Joe Rivera

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How to watch Cubs games without cable: Full TV schedule, streams for 2021 season

The Cubs are in for a tough battle in the division this year. Here's how you can watch Chicago North's games this year without cable.

Joe Rivera

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How to watch Mets games without cable: Full TV schedule, streams for 2021 Opening Day & more

The Mets are angling to win a division crown for the first time since 2015. Here's how cord cutters can catch some NL NY baseball in 2021.

Joe Rivera

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Mets, Francisco Lindor reportedly agree to 10-year, $341 million extension and Twitter explodes with joy

The Mets have locked down the four-time All-Star shortstop for a decade.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays 2021: Opening Day lineup, rotation, schedule, how to watch Toronto's baseball team

Baseball is here and the Blue Jays 2021 season is expected to be a good one.

Jackie Spiegel

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21 things I really want to see during the 2021 MLB season

A humble wish list for the 2021 MLB season.

Jason Foster

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2021 Fantasy Baseball Cheat Sheet: Rankings, sleepers, more

Our 2021 fantasy baseball cheat sheet is a must-read heading into your drafts. With rankings, sleepers, tiers, top prospects, mock drafts, auction value projections, draft strategy tips, team names, and more, we'll get you ready to dominate.

Matt Lutovsky

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Panini baseball cards 2021: Set release dates, autograph, relics, Target and Walmart options

Here’s a look at what Panini currently has out, and the release dates and information on future products.

Ryan Fagan

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When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

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Five reasons we're very excited for Opening Day 2021

It’s baseball week! Opening Day will be here in a matter of days and hours, not months and weeks. It’s wonderfully wonderful, isn’t it? Here are five things I’m most excited about for Opening Day.

Ryan Fagan

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Fantasy Baseball SP Sleepers

No position has more potential sleepers than starting pitcher. See which potential breakout SPs might be too low in rankings and are worth targeting in the middle and late rounds of your fantasy baseball drafts.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball OF Sleepers

Whether you play in a three-OF of five-OF fantasy baseball league, you can never have enough depth in the outfield. That means finding at least a few sleepers in the late rounds of your draft. We offer up several breakout candidates.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball SS Sleepers

Shortstop is stacked at the top and solid throughout the first couple tiers, but fantasy baseball owners will still be on the hunt for sleepers and late-round steals. Check out our list of potential SS breakouts who might be too low in your rankings.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 3B Sleepers

Third base is one of fantasy baseball's glamour positions, but that doesn't mean you should ignore potential sleepers. From middle-round guys who could produce like top-tier players to potential late-round breakouts, we list several 3Bs to watch.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 2B Sleepers

Second base is one of fantasy baseball's thinnest positions, so you might find yourself searching for a sleeper in the late rounds of drafts. We break down potential breakout 2Bs who can contribute in a variety of categories.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 1B Sleepers

There's no shortage of late-round sluggers at first base, but finding guys who won't kill your batting average and have a good chance at everyday at-bats isn't easy. Find some potential breakout 1Bs ahead of your fantasy baseball drafts.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball C Sleepers

If you don't want to draft a catcher early (and most don't), then you'll need to find a worthwhile sleeper in the late rounds of your fantasy baseball draft. Here are seven potential breakouts at backstop worth tracking.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball Auction Values

Anything can happen in auction drafts, but having a reliable set of projected dollar values on your fantasy baseball cheat sheet is still important when planning your budget. See how much you should plan to bid on the top players and sleepers.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball Team Names

No cheat sheet is complete without our list of contenders for 2021's best fantasy baseball team names. Some are funny, a few are clever, a couple are potentially offensive, and almost all are downright cringe-worthy. What more can you ask for?

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball Draft Tips

Fantasy Alarm's Glenn Colton explains what it means to be a S.M.A.R.T. fantasy baseball owner. Get strategy tips and advice for how to win your league, starting with your draft.

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Fantasy Baseball Snake Draft Strategy

What do poker, chess, and fantasy baseball have in common? Fantasy Alarm's Greg Jewett breaks down lessons from all three to develop a statistics-based draft strategy that can help you dominate your snake draft.

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Fantasy Baseball Auction Tips

Fantasy Alarm's Andy Spiteri breaks down the best strategy tips for dominating your 2021 fantasy baseball auction drafts. Get expert advice on how much to bid, when to find bargains, and managing your budget.

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Spring Training Updates

Get ready for your 2021 fantasy baseball draft with player updates courtesy of Fantasy Alarm's running blogs. Get the latest on position battles, injuries, prospects, spring training stats, and more.

Matt Lutovsky

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Mock Draft Simulator

Fantasy Pros' Mock Draft Simulator lets you practice your fantasy baseball draft strategy in minutes. Just customize it to your league's settings and draft against consensus expert rankings -- then dominate when the picks start flying for real.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy: Ranking rookies, sleepers to add to your cheat sheets

Will top prospects like Wander Franco, MacKenzie Gore, and Keibert Ruiz start the year in the minors? Either way, these rookies will make impacts at some point. Get to know MLB's next wave of stars and add them to your 2021 fantasy baseball cheat sheets and dynasty/keeper rankings.

Frank Neville

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Top rookie pitchers

A good number of rookie pitchers find their way to fantasy baseball relevance every season. Prospects guru Frank Neville breaks down the 2021 crop of young hurlers so you know which sleepers to target in drafts, especially in keeper or dynasty leagues.

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Top rookie hitters

You know at least a few rookie hitters with break out this year, but which are worth drafting? Prospects guru Frank Neville breaks down the 2021 crop of young hitters so you know which sleepers to target in, redraft, keeper, and dynasty leagues.

Frank Neville

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Fantasy Baseball Top 300

Get ready for your 2021 fantasy baseball draft with our Top 300 rankings. From the top-tier players to late-round sleepers, no cheat sheet is complete without them.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball RP rankings

The closer position isn't a complete guessing game in fantasy baseball in 2021 -- it just feels that way. Our RP rankings can help you find the best relief pitchers on draft day.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball SP rankings

Our SP rankings remain deep, but the position figures to be more volatile than ever after a shortened season. See which starting pitchers -- from the studs to the sleepers -- we like heading into your 2021 fantasy baseball drafts.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball OF rankings

Many of fantasy baseball's biggest stars reside in the outfield, but our OF rankings aren't only strong at the top. See where we slot the best players, potential sleepers, and top prospects.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball C rankings

Are any catchers worth drafting after the top six? We break down the rankings for fantasy baseball's thinnest position.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball SS rankings

You should have no problem finding a good starter in our SS rankings, but with several elite shortstops likely to come off the board in the first round of fantasy baseball drafts, it's fair to wonder if you should go all-in or wait for a sleeper.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 3B rankings

Our third base rankings are loaded, but with many players eligible at other positions, it's possible you'll be forced to find a 3B sleeper later in the draft. Find the top players and potential busts ahead of your fantasy baseball drafts.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 2B rankings

Virtually every second baseman is eligible to play another position, which makes one of fantasy baseball's weakest positions potentially even weaker. Find out which stars are worth reaching for and which sleepers are worth waiting for in our 2B rankings.

Matt Lutovsky

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Fantasy Baseball 1B rankings

First base remains a relatively deep fantasy position if you're looking for power and RBIs, but with several key players eligible at other positions and average and SBs tough to find, the top-tier 1Bs in our rankings might be even more valuable.

Matt Lutovsky

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Twins bench coach Mike Bell dies at 46 after cancer battle; baseball world mourns

Mike Bell was part of a three-generation baseball family and had earned the respect of many people in the game.

Tom Gatto

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Mets pitcher Taijuan Walker blazing NFT trail for MLB players

Taijuan Walker, the Mets right-handed starter who just might be the most underrated free-agent signing of the offseason, is the first MLB player to create and release his own NFT.

Ryan Fagan

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Dodgers fans troll Red Sox with Betts billboard

This sign may overtake the Citgo sign as the most iconic in the Boston area.

Joe Rivera

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LeBron James becomes part owner of Red Sox in deal with Fenway Sports Group

James has claimed to be a fan of the Yankees, but it seems he will have to trade in that New York hat for one featuring a Boston logo.

Jordan Greer

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Tony Wolters had one of the saddest strikeouts you'll ever see

Darren O'Day got Tony Wolters bad on this strikeout.

Jordan Heck

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Dodgers' Trevor Bauer tries one-eyed pitching again, has one toss get away

Bauer had trouble finding the plate with either eye in his latest spring training start.

Tom Gatto

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MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

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Will there be fans at MLB games in 2021? Team-by-team attendance rules to start the season

Opening Day will be here soon. How many fans will be in the stands? That’s a complicated question, and we have the answers right here.

Ryan Fagan

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A brief summary of freak injuries, weird spring training mishaps throughout MLB history

There's just something about spring training, and the greater offseason in general, that brings out odd mishaps and injuries in baseball.

Jason Foster

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Johnny Damon's DUI arrest video surfaces; he says he was 'targeted' for being a Trump supporter

Could just be because you were driving drunk, Johnny.

Joe Rivera

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Cutch 'getting really excited' about Phillies' new 'pen, team's potential

Why is McCutchen excited about a few shutout innings in spring games? If you’re a Phillies fan, you already know the answer to that question.

Ryan Fagan

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The Mets are already practicing their World Series celebration during spring training

You know, if they make it there in one piece.

Joe Rivera

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Trevor Bauer says he pitched with one eye closed vs. Padres

Trevor Bauer decided to try something different in spring training.

Jordan Heck

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Former MLB exec says Albert Pujols has been lying about his age

Albert Pujols' listed age is 41, but a former MLB exec says that number inaccurate.

Jordan Heck

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Yankees' Aaron Boone takes medical leave of absence to have pacemaker installed

The New York skipper is going under the knife to have a heart issue corrected.

Joe Rivera

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Five MLB players we're excited to see break out in 2021

These guys could put it all together in 2021, which would be quite exciting.

Ryan Fagan

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Angel Hernandez blows a call — Baseball is back

The call appeared to be right, but that didn't stop the Cardinals booth from laying into him.

Joe Rivera

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Kris Bryant thought he got traded to the Mets after an apparent prank

The Cubs' Kris Bryant is in the middle of trade rumors, and a weird text made him think he was going to the Mets.

Jordan Heck

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Seven things we're excited to watch during 2021 spring training games

Spring training is well underway, and the first games will start in just a few days. Here are seven things we are very much looking forward to watching as the sport ramps up for the start of the 2021 season.

Ryan Fagan

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Taijuan Walker shows deference to Mr. Met, chooses different number out of respect

One of the newest Met pitchers has decided to don a different number out of respect for Mr. Met.

Joe Rivera

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Mariners forced to respond to president/CEO's comments

Kevin Mather spilled tea on, among many things, people's language skills, service time manipulation and a fan favorite's time in Seattle ending.

Tom Gatto

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Noah Syndergaard fires up Twitter beef with Trevor Bauer

The pitchers had a sharp back-and-forth on social media over Bauer's decision to sign with the Dodgers after it was reported he was coming to the Mets.

Tom Gatto

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Tatis' contract groundbreaking but probably not trendsetting

Make no mistake: This Tatis contract is groundbreaking. But is it trendsetting? Probably not.

Ryan Fagan

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For Padres, Fernando Tatis is worth every penny

The Padres signed Fernando Tatis to a $340 million extension. The deal should be worth it for San Diego.

Bill Bender

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Tim Tebow retires from baseball after four seasons in Mets' system

Tebow's decision came only days after he had been invited to major league spring training.

Jordan Greer

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. reportedly agrees to eye-popping 14-year, $340 million deal

The shortstop is just 22-years-old with 143 MLB games under his belt.

Jackie Spiegel

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Nationals, Orioles, Pirates and Rays are not happy with these MLB playoff odds

The official MLB Twitter account shared one set of playoff odds from FanGraphs with an unwise caption: "Let us know what you think."

Jordan Greer

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TSN Archives: Tracking Ken Griffey Jr.'s meteoric rise from No. 1 pick to MLB star

We give you a glimpse at how The Sporting News covered phenom Ken Griffey Jr. in the world before social media.

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Mets throw away spring training spot for Tim Tebow

Let's be direct: Tim Tebow is a good guy, but he's not a good player. He sure isn't better than any of the free agents the Mets could have invited to spring training instead.

Tom Gatto

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Minor leaguers' salary bump welcomed, but MLB still must do better

Minor league baseball players will receive a long-awaited pay bump, starting with the 2021 regular season.

Ryan Fagan

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TSN Archives: Willie Mays smacks his 500th homer

Willie Mays' 500th homer — on Sept. 13, 1965 — was only the latest entry in a long list of achievements he would collect during his illustrious career.

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TSN Archives: Ted Williams surges on last day to finish at .406

Ted Williams wanted to be known as the Greatest Hitter Who Ever Lived, and he made an excellent case to own that moniker. His 1941 season was when he officially put the baseball world on notice that his skill with a bat would be hard to match.

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TSN Archives: Mike Schmidt was baseball's best in the '80s

Mike Schmidt won three MVP awards and made seven All-Star teams during the 1980s. It's easy to see why The Sporting News named him baseball's Player of the Decade.

TSN Archives

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Andrew Benintendi trade grades: Red Sox bank on future, Royals get better now

The Mets also snuck into the deal, getting a 22-year-old outfield prospect in the trade.

Joe Rivera

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TSN Archives: Jim Abbott, Team USA embark on road to Olympic gold

Long before Jim Abbott threw a no-hitter for the Yankees, he brought home a gold medal for Team USA baseball. Here's the start of his journey.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Rick Cerone talks replacing late Yankees great Thurman Munson

Rick Cerone was next in line for the Yankee catching legacy, following the untimely death of Yankee captain Thurman Munson.

TSN Archives

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TSN Archives: Bobby Thomson's pennant-winning homer sets new high in drama

Bedlam breaks loose as Thomson turns defeat to victory.

TSN Archives

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Five interesting rules from MLB's 2021 health and safety protocols

MLB released its COVID-19-influenced health and safety protocols for the 2021 season on Tuesday.

Ryan Fagan

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When is MLB spring training 2021? Pitcher, catcher reporting dates for all 30 teams

Finally good to go for 2021, spring training reporting dates are here for all 30 clubs.

Joe Rivera

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ESPN reporter Pedro Gomez dies at 58; stunned colleagues mourn loss

Gomez joined ESPN in 2003 after more than a decade as a newspaper reporter and columnist. Those who knew and worked with him testified to how well he was admired.

Tom Gatto

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Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes were both once Major League Baseball draft picks

Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes are facing off in Super Bowl 55. Once upon a time, they were both selections in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.

Billy Heyen

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Jose Canseco goes down easily 10 seconds into Barstool PPV fight

Did the former MLB star maybe, kinda, sorta take a dive?

Tom Gatto

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Dodgers’ signing of Trevor Bauer sends clear message to Padres, rest of MLB

There’s a long way to go, but the Dodgers' chance of repeating as World Series champion looks pretty good right about now.

Ryan Fagan

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Is Cardinals' corner-infield combo of Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt the best in baseball?

The Cardinals, as you may have heard, made a significant addition this week.

Ryan Fagan

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Transcendent greatness of Mahomes at 25 is on level with sports' biggest legends

Regardless of the Super Bowl 55 outcome, Patrick Mahomes has already etched his name in a pantheon of sports greats before the ripe old age of … 26.

Joe Rivera

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Mickey Callaway allegations show that baseball is still willing to protect predatory creeps

Callaway's behavior was "the worst-kept secret" in the industry because those in the industry determined that it was acceptable for it to remain a secret. That’s inexcusable.

Ryan Fagan

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Arenado trade grades: Cardinals snatch a star; Rockies bungle move

Why wouldn't St. Louis add an All-Star third baseman and millions of dollars in exchange for the little it had to give Colorado?

Tom Gatto

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Mickey Callaway accused of unwanted advances toward female media while with Cleveland, Mets, Angels

The Los Angeles pitching coach tells The Athletic, which published the allegations against him, that his conduct "was in no way intended to be disrespectful to any women involved."

Tom Gatto

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Dustin Pedroia's Hall of Fame resume is probably better than you think

Dustin Pedroia will only be 41 years old when he makes his debut on the Hall of Fame ballot for the class of 2025.

Ryan Fagan

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Nolan Arenado trade analysis: Just what Cardinals' offense needed

St. Louis reportedly is close to adding one of the top third basemen in the National League.

Tom Gatto

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'A bit more hesitant' has been NL Central's unofficial slogan this offseason

Is anyone actually trying to win the Central? The answer, at least to this point, is clearly no.

Ryan Fagan

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Steve Cohen tries to tell Mets fans that GameStop not his Madoff moment

The team's majority owner says his stake in Melvin Capital, which appears to have already disappeared, has no bearing on what the Mets' 2021 payroll will be.

Tom Gatto

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Masahiro Tanaka free agency: Right-hander returns to Japan after seven years with Yankees

Masahiro Tanaka is back with the Rakuten Golden Eagles.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays add Steven Matz; ex-Mets analyst Nelson Figueroa says left-hander 'can be top-tier talent'

Ex-Mets TV analyst Nelson Figueroa weighs in on what the southpaw brings to the Jays' rotation.

Jackie Spiegel

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Sporting News supports proposal to remove J.G. Taylor Spink name from BBWAA award

Under Spink, The Sporting News was known around the world as “The Bible of Baseball,” a title no one challenged. In reality, though, Spink’s Sporting News was “The Bible of White Baseball” for far too long.

Ryan Fagan

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Curt Schilling's Hall of Fame case: Post-retirement controversies meet special career

The right-hander has a Cooperstown resume weighed down by comments he's made over the past decade.

Dan Bernstein

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Curt Schilling asks to be removed from Hall of Fame ballot after missing 2021 induction

Schilling's numbers are certainly worthy of induction into the Hall of Fame. His post-playing career, however, left him once again on the outside looking in. With only one year of eligibility remaining, he requested to be left off the ballot for 2022.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Hall of Fame class of 2022: Will A-Rod and Ortiz's ballot debut affect votes for Bonds, Clemens?

Let’s start with what we know about the ballot for the Hall of Fame class of 2022: One way or another, it’s the last hurrah for Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and Sammy Sosa.

Ryan Fagan

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Why did the Yankees trade Adam Ottavino to Red Sox? Luxury tax concerns at forefront of deal

In a rare deal between bitter rivals, the Yankees send Ottavino to the Red Sox for cash considerations.

Joe Rivera

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Packers' Davante Adams, Dodgers' Joc Pederson formed dynamic receiver duo in high school

Davante Adams wasn't the best receiver on his high school team as a junior, because senior Joc Pederson stole those honors.

Billy Heyen

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'Sensation': Hank Aaron's baseball beginnings, from the pages of The Sporting News

Let's take a look at the start of Aaron’s remarkable baseball career.

Ryan Fagan

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Sports world remembers Hank Aaron

Hammering Hank Aaron died Friday at the age of 86. His was an indelible legacy not only on the baseball diamond, but also in civil rights — something reflected by the reaction of the sports world to his death.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Blue Jays preparing to play home games in Florida if necessary, report says

The club is making plans in case it has to play another slate of home games in the U.S.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays' free-agent moves assure AL East respectability

Toronto added George Springer and Kirby Yates this week. The club might pursue other big names as well.

Dan Bernstein

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Mets fire Jared Porter after report that GM sent lewd texts to reporter in 2016

New owner Steve Cohen announced the firing Tuesday.

Joe Rivera

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Mets GM Jared Porter bombarded female reporter with lewd texts, report says

An ESPN investigation found that Porter sent a woman he met in an elevator more than 60 unanswered messages in 2016, including one of male genitalia.

Dan Bernstein

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Yankees' Luis Castillo trade talk hits wall

Cincinnati wants Gleyber Torres. That's not happening.

Dan Bernstein

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Citi Field to host '24/7' COVID-19 vaccination site open to all New Yorkers

The Mets continue to make big waves this offseason  —  but this time it has nothing to do with baseball.

Jason Foster

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Five Tommy Lasorda stories from his playing days that you probably haven't heard

The longtime Dodgers manager spent his career filling up pages of The Sporting News. Here are just five of countless highlights.

Ryan Fagan

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Francisco Lindor trade grades: Mets land superstar face of franchise; Cleveland cries poor

Cleveland traded franchise icon Francisco Lindor on Thursday, and absolutely zero people in baseball were surprised.

Ryan Fagan

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Baseball Hall of Fame 2021: SN's Ryan Fagan explains his ballot

Here are the nine player who got my vote this year, in alphabetical order by last name: Bobby Abreu, Barry Bonds, Mark Buehrle, Roger Clemens, Tim Hudson, Manny Ramirez, Scott Rolen, Curt Schilling and Gary Sheffield.

Ryan Fagan

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Yu Darvish trade grades: Padres provide master class in team building; Cubs banking on future

There's nothing admirable about the way the Cubs have done business in recent years, but moving on from Yu Darvish isn't the worst thing in the world.

Joe Rivera

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Yu Darvish instant trade analysis

Darvish and Blake Snell bring finesse to a San Diego rotation stocked with power pitchers.

Dan Bernstein

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Padres' aggressiveness shines in offseason of complacency for other MLB clubs

A Padres rotation that includes Blake Snell, Dinelson Lamet, Chris Paddock and Zack Davies and possibly Yu Darvish will put other MLB contenders on notice.

Ryan Fagan

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Blake Snell trade grades: Padres pull an ace; Rays continue to churn with fresh prospects

San Diego makes a big move as it pursues the Dodgers in the NL West. Tampa Bay does Tampa Bay things.

Tom Gatto

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The two things about Phil Niekro that I remember most — and the lessons attached

The last few years of Phil Niekro's career showed that you don't have to believe what people say about you — and it's nice to prove the critics wrong.

Jason Foster

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Pirates trade Josh Bell to Nationals; first baseman 'thrilled' to play for 'contender'

The Nationals traded a budding minor league pitcher and an MLB-ready starter in return.

Joe Rivera

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Pandemic inspired creativity, charity, reflection among card collectors

Not everyone who got into card collecting this year was fueled by nostalgia or money.

Ryan Fagan

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These stars' stats will get a major boost from change in Negro Leagues' status

MLB announced Wednesday that seven distinct Negro Leagues will be given official "major league" status, a long-overdue correction related to the leagues that produced some of baseball’s greatest Hall of Famers.

Ryan Fagan

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Manny Ramirez makes baseball return in Australia

Manny Ramirez's next baseball stop is in Australia, where the former MLB star will play for the Sydney Blue Sox in the Australian Baseball League.

Billy Heyen

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How did the Cleveland Indians get their name?

From the Jan. 21, 1915, issue of The Sporting News: "The choice is but temporary, however, but will be made permanent if no better cognomen is thought of before the season is over, it being the wish that the team would go out and make a name for itself."

Ryan Fagan

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Why won't the Yankees re-sign DJ LeMahieu? A few reasons why it's not that simple

DJ LeMahieu has been the constant.

Joe Rivera

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What's the Cleveland Indians' new name? MLB fans have some suggestions

The Cleveland Indians may not announce a new name for a while, but MLB fans on Twitter have plenty of suggestions.

Billy Heyen

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If the Cleveland Indians change their team name, here are 6 replacement options

The Cleveland Indians are planning to "determine the best path forward" regarding their team name.

Jordan Heck

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Indians should quit hedging, retire Chief Wahoo completely

Demotion isn't enough. The Indians can no longer make money from Chief Wahoo. Each day they do so is an insult. Not to political correctness, but to common decency. To history. To the people they supposedly "honor."

Cory Collins

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White Sox still quiet after manager Tony La Russa pleads guilty in DUI case

Chicago has stalled since hiring Tony La Russa, avoiding public commentary on the controversial manager.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB Rule 5 Draft results 2020: Complete list of selections

The last day of the winter meetings always holds the Rule 5 Draft, and this season is no exception. Here's everyone who was selected this season.

Joe Rivera

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Astros' cheating scandal trolled by 'Family Guy'

The Astros cheating scandal is back in the spotlight, thanks to "Family Guy."

SJ Lynn

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Bob Costas confirms Twitter account in his name was fake, assures 'fires of hell are still very much blazing'

Bob Costas briefly had a fake Twitter account made in his name, but it couldn't even get the number of Costas' Emmy Awards correct.

Billy Heyen

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MLB Rule 5 Draft results, eligible players & more to know for 2020

The Major League Baseball Rule 5 Draft takes place Thursday to help conclude the Winter Meetings. Here's what to know about the 2020 version of the draft that in the past has featured Johan Santana, Shane Victorino, Dan Uggla and Josh Hamilton.

Billy Heyen

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Minor league baseball restructuring: Full list of 119 affiliate invites sent out by MLB teams

MLB’s desire to reshape, restructure and rearrange the minor leagues hasn’t been much of a secret for a long time.

Ryan Fagan

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The 15 MLB batting stances we’ve imitated most in the backyard since 1975

Even now, as we’ve grown into adults and forgotten some of the simple joys of youth, there’s an overwhelming sense of nostalgia in picking up a baseball bat.

Ryan Fagan

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Lance Lynn trade grades: Big get for White Sox

Chicago and Texas make a late-night deal during the Winter Meetings. The transaction shows where each team is in relation to contending for a playoff berth.

Tom Gatto

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Who is Tomoyuki Sugano? Japanese ace adds wrinkle to FA market

Tomoyuki Sugano was posted by the Yomiuri Giants, meaning he'll be coming to MLB as an appealing starting pitcher in a free-agent market light on top-tier arms.

Billy Heyen

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Five things we want to see happen during MLB's Virtual Winter Meetings

It’s hard to know what to expect from MLB's Virtual Winter Meetings. But it's fun to hope and speculate.

Ryan Fagan

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The seven most intriguing MLB free agents from record crop of non-tendered players

These players will find new teams, though some (many?) will have to wait a long time to find that opportunity.

Ryan Fagan

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Rogers Centre to be demolished, new stadium built for Blue Jays, per report

The stadium opened in 1989 as SkyDome.

Jason Foster

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Tim Tebow will be back with Mets in 2021 to continue chasing his MLB dream

Mets president Sandy Alderson confirmed the former NFL quarterback would return to the franchise this season.

SJ Lynn

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Blake Snell trade rumors: Rays pitcher available to Angels, Mariners & others

Tampa Bay is reportedly willing to part with its former Cy Young winner.

Dan Bernstein

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Did Russell Wilson play baseball? Yes, and the Yankees still own his MLB draft rights

Russell Wilson's MLB rights are still owned by the Yankees. While the Seahawks quarterback isn't going anywhere, it's worth revisiting his baseball career as he competes in the NFC West with fellow former baseball player Kyler Murray.

Billy Heyen

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How the Mets could spend the $20M they'll save from Cano's PED ban

The Mets will have a new second baseman for the 2021 season, but they also just got even more money to play with.

Ryan Fagan

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Mets' Robinson Cano suspended for 2021 season after positive PED test

The sweet-swinging lefty has been popped for his second failed drug test in three years.

Joe Rivera

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Theo Epstein might want to take a break, but that shouldn't stop the Mets

The long-time Cubs executive surprisingly stepped down on Tuesday, as he reportedly wants to take time off from baseball. That shouldn't mean a thing to Steve Cohen and the Mets.

Joe Rivera

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What to know about 2020 Baseball Hall of Fame vote

Here’s everything you need to know, from the players on the ballot to how they’re voted on to when the results are announced.

Ryan Fagan

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New Marlins GM Kim Ng breaks glass that should’ve been shattered long ago

Kim Ng is the first woman hired as a GM in professional men's sports. She will not be the last.

Jackie Spiegel

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Who is Kim Ng? Marlins' new GM becomes first woman in MLB history to hold the role

In a sport where retreads are so often the default answer, it is incredibly refreshing to see teams look for new people to fill leadership roles within their franchises.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB awards 2020: Full list of finalists, winners for MVP, Rookie of the Year, Cy Young and more

A shortened season is less than ideal, but there's still enough there to hand out awards. Here's what you need to know.

Joe Rivera

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Freddie Freeman is the NL MVP, so can we please stop calling him underrated?

Over the past eight years, Freeman has received MVP votes every time he’s played at least 75 percent of his team’s games. That’s a decent amount of love.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB free agent tracker 2020: Full list of signings for the 75 best available players

With the lost revenues in 2020 and the plethora of questions about the 2021 season, this offseason has more uncertainty than any offseason since baseball was on strike in the winter of 1994-95.

Ryan Fagan

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'Baffling on all measures': What if Marcus Stroman isn't only free agent crossing White Sox, La Russa off his list?

There were lots of opinions bandied about on social media after news broke of Tony La Russa's DUI arrest, including one that mattered more than most — free-agent starter Marcus Stroman.

Ryan Fagan

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La Russa DUI arrest not disqualifying for White Sox, which makes bad move look worse

The organization reportedly is sticking with the 76-year-old Hall of Famer despite his February arrest in Arizona. It could have gotten out of its decision with minimal harm.

Tom Gatto

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MLB gives Justin Turner pass for celebrating Dodgers' World Series win while infected with COVID-19

Commissioner Rob Manfred says the league, the Dodgers and Turner all are to blame for the postgame incident.

Tom Gatto

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Red Sox quietly rehire Alex Cora amid election chaos, prove again that MLB doesn't care about Astros scandal

Announcing the hire within a half-hour of the biggest election news of the past few years sure makes it seem like the Red Sox were trying to avoid criticism that might have normally come their way.

Ryan Fagan

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Francisco Lindor trade rumors: Four teams that could trade for shortstop, three that won't

Ask anyone in baseball to compile a list of the players they’d want to build a franchise around, the players who are stars on and off the field, and Francisco Lindor is sure to make pretty much every short list.

Ryan Fagan

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Blue Jays' Vlad Guerrero Jr: 'I was overweight, I said that it couldn't happen again'

The Blue Jays slugger is already gearing up for 2021.

Jackie Spiegel

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2020 Gold Glove winners

Both the Cubs and White Sox had first-time winners for the annual fielding honor. Sporting News tracked the full Gold Glove results for every position.

Dan Bernstein

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White Sox acknowledge Rick Renteria's Manager of the Year prospects with passing quote tweet

Chicago let Renteria go last month after he led the club to its first postseason berth in 12 years.

Tom Gatto

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MLB Hot Stove: Seven teams with reasons to be aggressive in potentially slow offseason

This, baseball fans, is going to be the strangest offseason in decades.

Ryan Fagan

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Why Steve Cohen may not make the Mets instant contenders this offseason

The Mets now have the richest owner in baseball, and spending is associated with wins. Fans want Steve Cohen to spend a bundle this coming winter.

Tom Gatto

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Cody Bellinger discusses 'stoned' face meme: 'I am not high during the games'

The Dodgers outfielder and first baseman appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" to discuss the meme, and cleared the air.

Joe Rivera

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With Tony La Russa hired, here's what the White Sox need to do this offseason

Now that Chicago owner Jerry Reinsdorf has his manager, what’s next?

Ryan Fagan

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White Sox crushed for email gaffe in their Tony La Russa hiring announcement

The South Side team is having a rough Thursday.

Dan Bernstein

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White Sox hire Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa, following owner's orders

Two questions are fair to ask. The first: Wait, what? Also: Why?

Ryan Fagan

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MLB free agency 2020-21: Ranking the top 10 free agents for next season

The 2020 offseason, like the 2020 regular season, is full of uncertainties. And one of the biggest questions is how teams and players will approach the free-agent market.

Ryan Fagan

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Is the 'Jonas Blessing' sports conspiracy theory real?

Nick Jonas has shared an interesting conspiracy theory about successful athletes and their connection to the Jonas Brothers — and he has the receipts to prove it.

SJ Lynn

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Justin Turner COVID-19 timeline: When did Dodgers star test positive & why did he celebrate World Series win?

Justin Turner was removed from Game 6 of the World Series because of a positive COVID-19 test but returned to the field for the Dodgers' championship celebration. This is a timeline of when Turner got COVID-19, along with how the Dodgers controlled his isolation.

Billy Heyen

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Kevin Cash's decision to pull Blake Snell, explained

Kevin Cash pulled Blake Snell in Game 6 of the World Series because some analytics told him to do so. But the Rays didn't have a good enough sample size on that dominant version of Snell to perfectly make that call.

Billy Heyen

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Cardinals' John Mozeliak takes blame for Randy Arozarena trade

John Mozeliak owned up to the questionable trade that sent Arozarena to the Rays last offseason.

Joe Rivera

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MLB hammers Justin Turner in statement, but it deserves blame for this debacle, too

The statement released by Major League Baseball on Wednesday afternoon — noticeably unsigned by anyone, it should be noted — was stunning, for a couple of reasons.

Ryan Fagan

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Cash pulling Snell from Game 6 is bad look for baseball

Baseball is eternally trying to develop stars, to develop personalities that will attract a larger, younger audience. But depriving fans of watching what could've been a truly special performance is not a good approach to the game.

Ryan Fagan

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Blake Snell 'upset,' Dodgers players thrilled over Rays' fateful decision to pull ace from Game 6

Snell didn't hide his displeasure as Rays manager Kevin Cash emerged from the dugout.

Jordan Greer

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Here's how to claim your free taco from Taco Bell, courtesy of World Series hero Mookie Betts

Mookie Betts stole a base in the fifth inning of Game 1 of the World Series, winning a free Doritos Locos Taco from Taco Bell for everyone for the second time in his career.

Billy Heyen

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Justin Turner joins World Series celebration without mask after positive COVID-19 test result

The Dodgers infielder was removed from Game 6 in the eighth inning but returned to the field following the game.

Dan Bernstein

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Rob Manfred booed while presenting World Series trophy to Dodgers

Manfred spoke after LA beat Tampa Bay in Game 6 to win its first World Series title since 1988.

Dan Bernstein

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Dodgers' Justin Turner removed midgame after being told of positive COVID-19 test

Turner was pulled in the latter stages of Los Angeles' clinching victory. Why did such a move happen in the middle of a game?

Joe Rivera

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LeBron, other sports stars congratulate Kershaw for becoming a champion

Kershaw secured his long-awaited World Series title, and the sports world took notice.

Joe Rivera

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Rays' Cash explains why he pulled Blake Snell from Game 6

Tampa Bay's manager caught flak for his decision to take out Blake Snell. He told the media exactly why he did it.

Joe Rivera

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World Series Game 6: Quick hook backfires on Rays

Tampa Bay's starter was dominating. Then he was out of the game. And just like that, the Rays found themselves trailing.

Tom Gatto

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Dodgers vs. Rays live score, updates, highlights from Game 6

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the 2020 World Series between the Dodgers and Rays. Follow for complete updates from Game 6.

Joe Rivera

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World Series schedule 2020: Dates, times, TV, scores for Dodgers vs. Rays

Here's a complete guide to the 2020 World Series, including the TV schedule with start times and channels for each game between the Dodgers and Rays.

Joe Rivera

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Five early storylines as MLB's offseason of uncertainty arrives

The MLB free-agent and trade markets should fascinating to follow over the next few months.

Ryan Fagan

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Dodgers' Corey Seager makes it a double with 2020 World Series MVP honor

The Los Angeles shortstop becomes part of an exclusive group after picking up his second individual award of the 2020 MLB postseason.

Tom Gatto

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Ranking the four most bizarre moments in crazy final day of MLB season

Baseball was this close to ending this strange campaign without the postseason being hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Then a key player tested positive during the clinching game.

Ryan Fagan

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Vin Scully congratulates Dodgers on Twitter

The Hall of Fame broadcaster has seen all seven of the franchise's world championships, beginning with the first in 1955.

Tom Gatto

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Who is Tony Gonsolin? Dodgers rookie can make World Series history

Tony Gonsolin will start Game 6 of the World Series for the Dodgers vs. the Rays with his team having a chance to clinch the world championship. Here's more to know about the cat-loving converted outfielder.

Billy Heyen

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The curse of Mookie Betts: Immediate return on Dodgers-Red Sox trade shows shades of Babe Ruth

The Red Sox's Mookie Betts trade to the Dodgers already shows shades of similarity to the Babe Ruth trade to the Yankees 100 years earlier.

Billy Heyen

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