

MLB early-season trends: Breakouts, surprises and concerns shaping 2026 so far
The first few weeks of the year have upended preseason expectations — but what's real, and what's small-sample noise?Headlines

The Giants' Tony Vitello gamble is already blowing up in spectacular fashion
This is not the start Vitello or San Francisco expected when they made a historic spiral. And it may be a sign things are already starting to spiral.
The Dodgers just pushed MLB closer to a lockout in the most unexpected way
After pushing baseball's business model to its breaking point, guess who's suddenly crying parity?
Cubs ripple effects from PCA and Hoerner extensions that fans need to know
The Chicago Cubs extending Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner is bound to impact others around the organization.
Of course CB Bucknor was the MLB umpire who managed to break the ABS system
The new ball-strike challenge system was supposed to make umpire error a thing of the past. But it's no much for a master at the top of his game.
The Braves will get rid of these three players who made the Opening Day roster
There are a few players in Atlanta that should not get too comfortable with their current squad because it's not likely they are there much longer.Free Agency

Inside the Arizona Diamondbacks path to shockingly sign Alex Bregman
The Arizona Diamondbacks surprisingly entered the Alex Bregman sweepstakes and have a legitimate shot of signing him.
What the Alex Bregman pursuit says for Diamondbacks, Ketel Marte
Arizona appears to be lurking around the star third baseman. But could he really be a Marte replacement in the desert?
Betrayer beware: Judge, Soto and more of MLB's most scorned stars this offseason
The MLB offseason is a dangerous game for stars like Aaron Judge, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper, who have all been let down already this offseason.
Steve Cohen only have themselves to blame for Edwin Diaz's Mets betrayal
Nobody deserves more blame for Edwin Diaz departing for the Los Angeles Dodgers than Steve Cohen and the New York Mets organization.
Alex Bregman contract projection could force Red Sox to pivot to one of these 5 options
The Boston Red Sox run the risk of losing Alex Bregman to a competitive marketplace. These potential replacement options could come in handy.
Cal Raleigh and 5 MLB stars we're already worried about despite small sample size
Sure, it's only opening weekend, but is it time to press the panic button on some big names?
Blue Jays and 4 MLB teams already being reminded of their fatal flaws
The Toronto Blue Jays are one of several MLB teams already proving they have serious issues to figure out.
Why Braves fans should trust Walt Weiss already after one game
The Atlanta Braves won their 2026 opener in dominant fashion and their new manager could be to thank.
Clayton Kershaw is what FOX hoped John Smoltz would become
Unlike Fox Sports’ John Smoltz, NBC’s Clayton Kershaw brought a refreshing positivity to Thursday’s Diamondbacks–Dodgers game.
Where the Mets rank on Paul Skenes' list of eventual trade suitors
If (or when) the Pirates make Paul Skenes available, we expect the Mets to target the reigning NL Cy Young winner but they'll have competition.MLB Rumors

MLB Apple TV schedule: Dates, matchups for every streaming game
Love is one of the most talented players in this class regardless of position, but how many times do teams have to learn this lesson?
These MLB Opening Day starters are early Trade Deadline candidates
Not every MLB Opening Day starter will make it to the end of the season on their current team. These aces are destined for trade rumors.
Beyond roboumps: MLB rule changes we want to see next now that ABS has arrived
After introducing the ABS challenge system, Rob Manfred needs to continue to modernize Major League Baseball — and, no, that doesn’t mean a salary cap.
Yankees lineup shows Aaron Boone still hasn't learned from past failures
It's deja vu all over again for New York, and not in a good way.
So your team stinks? Here’s your 2026 MLB bandwagon survival guide
If October feels out of reach for your favorite team, here's how to still stay invested all season long.
Grading Opening Day overreactions from Paul Skenes is washed to Mike Trout is back
The 2026 season needed all of one day to spark some major overreactions around the league. But which are we buying and selling?
Predicting MLB Rookie of the Year winners after a historic Opening Day
If game one is any indication, Chase DeLauter and this rookie class could be special. But who will take home some hardware at the end of the year?
The MLB Opening Day panic meter: Which teams should be most worried?
From poor bullpen management to a lack of energy, the Padres and Rays are among the MLB teams that have us already concerned after Opening Day.
Instant reactions to the MLB automated ball-strike challenge system after Opening Day
We’re only two days into the new MLB season, and I already love the automated ball-strike challenge system.
