Major League Baseball

Tigers' Skubal making just 1 start for U.S. in WBC

Two-time defending AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal of the Tigers said that he'll make just one start for the United States in the World Baseball Classic.

Cubs take flier on Conforto with minor league deal

Free agent outfielder Michael Conforto, who hit just .199 for the Dodgers last season, has agreed to a minor league deal with the Cubs, manager Craig Counsell said.

O's add Estrada for depth after Westburg injury

The Orioles signed veteran Thairo Estrada to a minor league deal in a move that adds infield depth with third baseman Jordan Westburg out at least through April.

Newly discovered T206 Wagner sells for over $5M

A recently discovered 1909 Sweet Caporal T206 Honus Wagner card, considered the Mona Lisa of sports cards, has sold at auction for $5.124 million.

Pauley, up for Marlins 3B starter job, shut down

graham Pauley's bid to start at third base for the Miami Marlins is on hold due to right forearm tightness, and he will be shut down for the season.

Guardians agree to minors deal with 1B Hoskins

The Guardians have agreed to a minor league deal with first baseman Rhys Hoskins.

Twins' Ryan gets MRI, has inflamed lower back

Twins All-Star right-hander Joe Ryan is expected to be available for the start of the season after an MRI revealed only inflammation in his lower back.

Cactus cameo: Dodgers play Ohtani before WBC

Shohei Ohtani played for the first time in what is expected to be only a couple of Cactus League games for the Dodgers before he departs to join Japan for the World Baseball Classic.

✍️ Handing out offseason grades for all 30 teams

Now that spring training and preparation for the 2026 season are underway, let's hand out offseason report cards for every club.