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Sources: Pirates, top prospect Griffin talking deal

The Pirates are deep into contract negotiations with minor league shortstop Konnor Griffin, who is the No. 1 prospect in MLB, sources told ESPN.

Sale dominates A's despite being 'sick as a dog'

Shaking off an illness that hampered his velocity, Chris Sale allowed only one baserunner in six innings to lead the Braves past the Athletics.

O's Basallo first to clinch win with ABS challenge

Samuel Basallo made a little history when the Baltimore catcher became the first major leaguer to end a game with a successful challenge via the Automated Ball-Strike System.

Marlins' Alcantara gets 1st complete game of '26

The Marlins' Sandy Alcantara threw the first complete game of the MLB season -- a 93-pitch shutout in a 10-0 victory against the White Sox.

Ump Bucknor hit in face mask in Rays-Brewers

In the second inning of the Rays-Brewers game Wednesday, a foul tip from Nick Fortes hit plate umpire C.B. Bucknor in the face mask.

Yankees RHP Gil in line to join team in mid-April

Luis Gil, who did not make the Yankees' starting rotation out of spring training, is in line to join the team in mid-April after he makes a start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, manager Aaron Boone said Wednesday.

Royals closer Estevez to IL with foot contusion

Royals All-Star closer Carlos Estevez, who led the majors with 42 saves last season, has been placed on the injured list with a left foot contusion.

Reds LHP Lodolo to make rehab start Thursday

Reds pitcher Nick Lodolo is expected to throw 60-65 pitches during a rehab assignment on Thursday.

🍗 Top new ballpark foods for 2026 MLB season

Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items.