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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) singles against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Citi Field.

Mets 'Check in' on Trade for All-Star 1B As Standoff With Pete Alonso Continues

New York is reportedly exploring options at first base as its longtime occupant remains unsigned.

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) singles against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning at Citi Field.

Mets 'Check in' on Trade for All-Star 1B As Standoff With Pete Alonso Continues

New York is reportedly exploring options at first base as its longtime occupant remains unsigned.

The 1949 Dodgers. Brown is in the top row, fourth from the left.

Tommy Brown, Last Living Member of 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers, Dies at 97

He was MLB's final link to its tumultuous World War II years.

Third baseman Alex Bregman remains a free agent halfway through the month of January.

Cubs Want to Use Cody Bellinger Contract Framework to Lure Alex Bregman to Chicago

Bregman still remains unsigned halfway through January.

Burnes chose to stay close to home in free agency.

Inside a Star Pitcher’s 57-Day MLB Free Agency Journey

Corbin Burnes hit the market this offseason as one of the most wanted and most reliable starters available. Here’s how he landed close to home with the Diamondbacks.

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Ichiro Suzuki may become the second person to be unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The Cases For and Against the Baseball Hall of Fame’s First-Time Candidates

Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Brian Matusz throws a pitch during the sixth inning of a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field in 2016.

Former Orioles Pitcher Brian Matusz Died of Suspected Overdose, Police Say

Former Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander

Justin Verlander Extended Classy Gesture to Giants Great Before Picking Jersey Number

Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki

Roki Sasaki Decision Coming This Week, Four Teams Already Out

Alyssa Crosby, a contestant on The Voice, entertains fans before a Binghamton Rumble Ponies game

Mets Minor League Team Adopting New Team Name Based on Obscure Donkey Law

Fans meet Mets player Jose Iglesias and watch him perform his hit song, OMG, at Playland in Rye.

Nick Castellanos Makes Strangely Compelling Argument for Jose Iglesias as NL MVP

Paul Goldschmidt (46) is doused with water by center fielder Michael Siani

Paul Goldschmidt Sends Classy Final Message to Cardinals Fans

Oakland fans expressed their displeasure over the Athletics relocating to Las Vegas

Columnist Rips A's Owner John Fisher for 'Reign of Error'

New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run.

Pete Alonso's Contract Situation Prompting Two Players to Seek Shorter Deals

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) in action during a game between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field.

Alex Cora Offers Glowing Review of Alex Bregman Amid Red Sox Free Agency Rumors

Los Angeles Dodgers first base Freddie Freeman (right) celebrates with his wife Chelsea Freeman during the 2024 World Series Championship parade in downtown Los Angeles on November 1, 2024.

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman, Wife Make Honorable Donation Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

Jeff Hoffman pitches during the Phillies' 7–6 win over the Mets in Game 2 of the NLDS on Oct. 6, 2024.

Blue Jays Sign All-Star Reliever Jeff Hoffman Shortly After Orioles Nix Deal

Mookie Betts jumps to make a catch during the Dodgers' 11–4 loss to the Yankees in Game 4 of the World Series on Oct. 29, 2024.

Yankees Fans Who Interfered With Play During World Series Banned From All MLB Events

Ichiro is expected to sail into the Hall of Fame when election results are revealed on Jan. 21, with the only question being whether he’ll be inducted unanimously.

Ichiro’s Singular Talent Gave Him All the Power He Needed

Flaherty helped the Dodgers win the 2024 World Series after being acquired from the Tigers midseason.

Signing Predictions for the 21 Best MLB Free Agents Still Available

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Soto is widely expected to ink the second-largest contract in MLB history this offseason.

MLB Free Agency Big Board: Player Rankings, Signing Predictions and Analysis

The White Sox are likely willing to deal any of their veterans, such as Robert, for the right price after last year's historic 121-loss campaign.

Four MLB Trades We’d Like to See Before Spring Training

Harper is 24 RBIs away from becoming only the fourth player in MLB history with 1,000 RBIs, 1,000 walks and 100 stolen bases by age 32.

The Top 25 MLB Story Lines, Milestones and Trends to Watch in 2025

Kinsler (left), Utley (center) and Pedroia (right) will seek to gain further favor with Hall of Fame voters in their early years on the ballot.

The Baseball Hall of Fame’s Forgotten Position Has Some Hope—Just Not in 2025

With 437 career saves, Rodríguez ranks sixth on the all-time leaderboard.

Francisco Rodriguez and the Curious Hall of Fame Case for Closers

Jones during the 2004 playoffs.

Andruw Jones’s Hall of Fame Case Comes Down to His Historic Peak

Fried was introduced by the Yankees Wednesday after agreeing to an eight-year, $218 million deal.

Yankees Ready to Arm Max Fried in His Relentless Pursuit of Improvement

Judge celebrates the Yankees winning the American League championship series.

Aaron Judge Can Only Be Measured Against History

Joc Pederson had a career-best .908 OPS in 2024.

Five Underrated MLB Free Agents Still Available to Sign

deGrom has battled injuries for much of his career.

MLB Internal Report Suggests New Pitching Rules to Curtail Injuries, Make Game More Entertaining

Bellinger slashed .286/.340/.475 with 44 home runs and 29 stolen bases in his two seasons with the Cubs.

Hot Stove Takes: Yankees, Cody Bellinger Are an Obvious Offseason Match

Tucker’s departure could signal the end of the Astros’ World Series window.

Hot Stove Takes: Cubs Are NL Central Favorites After Acquiring Kyle Tucker

Cohen, left, and Soto shake hands at Thursday’s introductory press conference.

Juan Soto Addition Signals It’s Time to Take the Mets Seriously

Sabathia pitches in the 2017 ALCS.

CC Sabathia Is the Best Hope to End a Long Hall of Fame Dry Spell for Starting Pitchers

Crochet struck out 209 batters in 146 innings in 2024.

MLB Trade Grades: Red Sox Gamble On Garrett Crochet

Oct 18, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets left fielder Jesse Winker (3) scores a run during the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Mets $2 Million Fan-Favorite Slugger Predicted To Ditch Queens For Royals

The Orioles all-star would fill a major need for the Braves

MLB Insider Calls Braves 'A Great Fit' for Free Agent All-Star Outfielder

Mar 30, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; A detailed view of the MLB debut patch on the jersey of St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) during the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

This Red Sox 3-Player Trade Idea Would Bring Coveted Cardinals All-Star To Boston

May 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins mascot T.C. Bear engages with fans in the game against the New York Yankees at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Report: Ex-players named as possible limited partners in latest Twins sale update

Boston Red Sox center fielder Franchy Cordero (16) follows through on a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays during the third inning at Fenway Park in 2022.

Former Boston Red Sox Trade Acquisition Signs Deal with Washington Nationals

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hits a single against the Tampa Bay Rays on Sept. 21 at Tropicana Field.

New York Mets Checked in on Toronto Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero, But No Deal Likely

Sep 10, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Kevin Ginkel (37) throws against the Texas Rangers in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Kevin Ginkel Could Return to Elite Form in 2025

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) throws a pitch in the fourth inning of the spring training game against the Tampa Bay Rays at CoolToday Park.

Pirates' Spring Training Report Dates Announced

Saturday, June 8, 2024; Boston MA-Fans watch the game from the top of the Green Monster during the Savannah Bananas first Banana Ball game at Fenway Park on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Red Sox Named 'Landing Spot' For $120 Million Two-Time All-Star By MLB Insider