Major League Baseball

Verlander, riding hot streak, wants to pitch in '26

Giants pitcher Justin Verlander, who has a 2.17 ERA in his past 11 games, wants to return -- after he turns 43 in February -- for a 21st season in 2026.

MLB down period aims to ease amateur 'pressure'

MLB hopes that a new Amateur Recovery Period Policy, as ordered in a memo obtained by ESPN, will "alleviate the pressure on young players" hoping to play professional baseball.

Dodgers considering Ohtani helping as reliever

Dave Roberts said the Dodgers have talked about Shohei Ohtani pitching out of the bullpen in the playoffs. As for playing in the outfield, as Ohtani said Tuesday he would be willing to do, Roberts said that won't happen.

Senga not a roster lock if Mets make postseason

When he takes the mound for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday night, Kodai Senga might be pitching for a spot on the Mets' postseason pitching staff.

Brewers' Quintana on IL; Megill return in doubt

The Brewers put Jose Quintana on the IL due to a calf injury and are unsure when All-Star closer Trevor Megill can return with the playoffs approaching.

Rays presidents will step down as part of sale

Tampa Bay Rays presidents Matt Silverman and Brian Auld will step down from their roles as part of the pending sale of the team to new owners, the team announced Wednesday.

🔮 Predicting free agent deals: Tucker, Schwarber

Industry insiders break down the two top hitters in the free agent class as they complete very different regular seasons.