

The Red (Sox) Wedding: Craig Breslow didn't just fire Alex Cora, he cleaned house
The Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and several key assistants in a move that makes it clear this is Craig Breslow's team. And his blame to bear going forward.Headlines

Francisco Lindor injury wipes out any positives gained by Juan Soto's return
The Mets keep finding ways to dig the hole deeper, but losing Francisco Lindor to injury feels like the bottom-most rock bottom.
Sources: Full details of Lucas Giolito’s Padres deal reveal low risk, real upside
With multiple starters sidelined, San Diego lands Giolito on a low-cost deal packed with incentives.
Luis Gil masterclass sends Red Sox plummeting to new rock bottom
If it weren't for the New York Mets on a double-digit losing streak, we would be hearing a lot more chatter about how bad the Boston Red Sox have been. The offensive struggle continued on Tuesday against an unlikely candidate.
MLB panic meter: Checking in on the Cubs, Blue Jays and more at the one-month mark
The Chicago Cubs, Toronto Blue Jays and other MLB disappointments, ranked by who should actually be panicking.
Rob Thomson's job isn't in jeopardy, but Phillies need to swing big at the deadline
After one of the Phillies' worst offensive starts in years, trade deadline magic might be the only thing to keep Rob Thomson off the hot seat.Free Agency

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.
MLB rumors: Insider on Cubs extensions, Lucas Giolito’s market and more
Opening Day has arrived. Wow. Is it good to say that or what? I can smell the hot dogs, brats and burgers already. What a time to be alive. Let’s dive into som
The Mets are learning a hard Devin Williams lesson Yankees fans saw coming
After another brutal contribution to a growing losing streak, Devin Williams is handing the Mets a painful reminder of his early struggles with the Yankees.
Fluke or force? Everyone's winning in the NL Central, but it's not built to last
Baseball's best division is one that nobody expected — and for good reason.
Red Sox have boxed themselves into a Jarren Duran disaster with no way out
The Boston Red Sox benched Jarren Duran for Tuesday's series opener against the New York Yankees, confirming that they made a critical offseason mistake.
Dalton Rushing's breakout is the real reason the Dodgers have MLB in a chokehold
The Los Angeles Dodgers' ability to contend every year goes far beyond spending money, and Dalton Rushing is proof of that.
For the Yankees and Red Sox, the real season begins on Tuesday night
As disparate as the vibes have been for these two teams, the next few days can throw the last month right out the window.MLB Rumors

How Walt Weiss has already won respect from Braves fans (twice)
Is it too early for speculation on Manager of the Year? Walt Weiss is already making a strong case for that honor and fans are loving it.
Longest losing streaks in New York Mets history: How 11-game skid stacks up
How bad is the current New York Mets' 11-game losing streak relative to the rest of the franchise's 64-year history?
The MLB umpires getting the most exposed by ABS in its first month
One month into our brave new roboump world ... the human umps have not adjusted.
How the Braves built MLB's best pitching staff from ashes, and whether it can last
Atlanta's rotation looked DOA before the season even began. Instead, it's carried them to the top of the NL East.
Predicting which embattled MLB manager will be the first to get canned
While many MLB managers are on the hot seat right now, one, in particular, figures to be the first to lose his job.
The sports world can't agree on weed, and athletes pay for it
Many American leagues no longer test for THC, but that doesn't mean the sports world has reached a consensus on cannabis.
4 Dodgers trade targets who can save L.A.'s bullpen after Edwin Diaz injury
Not even the two-time defending World Series champions are immune from learning one of baseball's most painful lessons: Never trust a reliever.
Why the Mets should stay the course with both David Stearns, Carlos Mendoza
Things are disastrous in New York right now, but this was never going to be a quick fix — and Stearns still has the organization on the right track.
Cam Schlittler-Red Sox drama resurfaces ahead of Yankees star's Fenway debut
Schlittler's return to Boston — just seven months after sending his hometown team home for the winter — could give MLB's most storied rivalry some new bite.
