



Braves-Dodgers is Matt Olson's golden opportunity to steal NL MVP lead from Shohei Ohtani
Matt Olson faces a near-impossible task when it comes to dethroning Shohei Ohtani as the NL MVP, but outperforming him this weekend would help his cause.Headlines

These 4 SF Giants will be gone by the MLB trade deadline
The San Francisco Giants will need to make roster changes by the MLB trade deadline, and that involves letting several players go.
MLB standings: NL and AL races up for grabs ahead of massive weekend series
With contenders squaring off all over the league, all six divisions could look a whole lot different after the next few days.
Tracking every Cubs pitching injury and return timeline after Matthew Boyd
Is the Cubs pitching staff cursed? It sure feels that way after Matthew Boyd joined an already-full injured list.
The numbers behind Tyler Glasnow, Chris Sale and Nolan McLean’s strikeout dominance
Glasnow, Sale and McLean are among the league's preeminent strikeout artists so far this season. Here's what the stats tell us about just how good they've been.
How the St. Louis Cardinals can go from a rebuild to restored in 6 win-now moves
The St. Louis Cardinals are much closer to competing than anyone expected, and can propel themselves further by making aggressive win-now moves.Free Agency

Why Tarik Skubal's injury will raise alarms about his pending free agency
Tarik Skubal’s upcoming free agency has been the talk of baseball, but his injury and IL stint will complicate things for the back-to-back Cy Young winner.
Tarik Skubal, Freddy Peralta and the state of MLB free agency through 12 games
Next offseason is still a long way away, but it's never too early to look ahead — especially not with a class this loaded.
2027 MLB free agents who are costing themselves major money right now
These upcoming free agents are off to slow starts — and need to turn it around sooner than later to maximize their future paydays.
Grading early returns for Kyle Tucker and MLB's 2026 free agent class
Sure, it's only been a week and a half, but which new faces are making good — or not so good — impressions in new places?
MLB free agency predictions: Where Turner and former stars will sign after wave of injuries
With the MLB season underway, injuries are already piling up and there are a few former All-Stars waiting on a front office to pick up the phone.
Tyler Glasnow injury is harsh reminder that the Dodgers are their own greatest threat
Once again, the only tension around L.A. is whether htey can get to October in one piece.
Trevor Bauer's latest attempt to con teams into signing him won't work
Trevor Bauer's been impressive for the Long Island Ducks, but there's more than meets the eye. MLB teams are a long ways away from seriously considering him for a roster spot.
ABS system update: The MLB umpires getting exposed the most as we enter May
As the calendar flips to May, we're getting a very clear picture of which umpires were ready for the spotlight.
These 6 Mets will be gone by the MLB trade deadline
The New York Mets will need to make roster changes by the trade deadline, whether they're able to salvage their season or become deadline sellers.
Scott Boras owes MLB teams an apology after Carlos Correa's devastating injury
Scott Boras couldn't have been more wrong about his client, Carlos Correa. The Astros announced Correa would miss the rest of the season with an ankle injury in another setback.MLB Rumors

How the White Sox went from AL Central basement dwellers to contenders in 5 decisions
The Chicago White Sox are no longer a laughing stock thanks to several smart moves.
Top MLB prospects whose brutal starts could cost them a 2026 debut
It'd be surprising to see any of these top MLB prospects in the majors this season, barring a major turnaround.
Alec Bohm and 6 other MLB players who should be out of a job after a miserable start
As we enter May and contenders and pretenders become clear, a slow start is no longer a sufficient excuse.
MLB trade deadline big board: Mike Trout, Yordan Alvarez and 10 early May standouts
Not every impact May performer will be traded, but some stars like Mike Trout and Yordan Alvarez stand out. Will teams like the Mets, Phillies, Astros and Angels trade their stars?
Jhoan Duran trade destinations: 4 suitors emerge as Phillies go downhill
The Phillies don't need Jhoan Duran so his timely return from the injured list ignites trade rumors on the scorching hot closer.
Tigers incriminating Framber Valdez proves he's a clubhouse cancer in the making
The Tigers didn't come to Framber Valdez's defense for intentionally hitting the Red Sox. This includes manager AJ Hinch, who said Valdez's actions don't represent the Tigers brand of baseball.
MLB insider talks trade deadline rumors: Robbie Ray, Michael Wacha and 3 players who could be moved
As the contenders separate from the pretenders, the trade deadline is slowly coming into focus — with surprising results.
Framber Valdez's embarrassing antics just prove Astros fans were right all along
Turns out there was a good reason why Valdez fell into Detroit's lap in free agency.
Tarik Skubal fantasy baseball replacements: 4 buy-low aces to trade for now
There's no replacing a first-round pick, but if you play your cards right, you can at least stay above water until Skubal returns.