Major League Baseball

Yanks, Mariners chasing Dodgers in WS odds

As the 2026 Major League Baseball season gets underway, bettors and bookmakers alike agree that the Los Angeles Dodgers will be by far the team to beat as they pursue a third consecutive World Series title.

Sources: Crow-Armstrong deal for 6 years, $115M

Pete Crow-Armstrong's new contract extension with the Chicago Cubs is for six years and $115 million, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Tuesday.

Thomas sues White Sox for using name on jersey

Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has filed a lawsuit against the White Sox, alleging unauthorized use of his likeness on City Connect 2.0 uniforms last season.

Ohtani K's 11 in final spring tune-up for Dodgers

The Dodgers hoped Shohei Ohtani would complete six innings Tuesday, in what qualified as his last tune-up start before the regular season. One problem emerged: He struck out too many batters.

Tigers' McGonigle, No. 2 MLB prospect, earns spot

Tigers phenom Kevin McGonigle, ESPN's No. 2 prospect for the 2026 season, will be on the Opening Day roster. He has never played above the Double-A level.

Yanks' Cole fans 3 in second spring test, 'had fun'

Gerrit Cole, who sat out all of last season for the Yankees, "had fun" in his final spring outing, striking out three. He'll return to Florida before rejoining the team later this season.

Reds' Lodolo will start season on IL due to blister

Cincinnati Reds left-handed pitcher Nick Lodolo will open the season on the injured list as he recovers from a blister on his left index finger.

LHP Early, 23, to round out rotation for Red Sox

Connelly Early, the prized Boston Red Sox rookie who made a start in the American League playoffs last season, will be part of the team's rotation to start the season.

⚾ Your guide to offseason chaos that rocked MLB

Kyle Tucker got how much from the Dodgers!? Pete Alonso left the Mets for WHERE!? It's time to get up to speed after a wild winter.