Celebrate Rickey's birthday with 8 classic games, streaming free
Rickey Henderson, MLBĄ¯s greatest leadoff hitter, passed away last week just a few days shy of Christmas, which also would have been his 66th birthday. In honor of HendersonĄ¯s birthday, you can watch eight classic games in full related to his legendary career on MLB.TV and the MLB Vault YouTube
12 holiday gifts for MLB stars under the tree
Wednesday is Christmas, so letĄ¯s bring joy to the baseball world by handing out some gifts. Below are a dozen presents, each procured with a bountiful 2025 in mind, and each waiting to be unwrapped by a lucky recipient (or two, or three). Now letĄ¯s take a look under the
Predicting every team's No. 1 prospect a year from now
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12 players who reached big-time milestones in 2024
Every season is another chance for MLBĄ¯s incredibly talented players to show us all that they can accomplish. Entering the year, itĄ¯s always fun to anticipate which career milestones might be reached or surpassed in the upcoming round of 162 games. But over the course of the season, there are
King to Cooperstown? HOF cases for, and against, F¨Ļlix
F¨Ļlix Hern¨ĸndez, eligible for the Hall of Fame for the first time this year, sits in the middle of an inflection point in baseball history. With 169 wins, a 3.42 ERA, a single Cy Young win, and a career that was essentially finished by age 30, he doesnĄ¯t measure up
When a broadcaster made a 300-mile unintentional walk from Philly to Pittsburgh
If you talk the talk, you better walk the walk. Former Pittsburgh Pirates announcer Jim Rooker learned that lesson the hard way. On June 8, 1989, in the final game of an eight-game road trip, the Pirates -- winless in the first seven games -- roared to a 10-0 lead
The manager who got ejected ... then returned as the team mascot
Managers being ejected? That's nothing new. Mascots being ejected? That's also, somehow, nothing new. But what about a manager being ejected and then returning as the mascot? And not just returning, but performing a dance to "Louie Louie" out on the field to inspire his team to victory? "You know,
World Series hero Buehler, Red Sox agree on 1-year deal (source)
BOSTON ¨C The Red Sox continued to bolster their starting rotation on Monday, agreeing to terms with veteran right-hander Walker Buehler on a one-year, $21.05 million contract with incentives, a source told MLB.comĄ¯s Mark Feinsand. The deal, which was first reported by Russell Dorsey of Yahoo! Sports, has not been
Revisit one signature win for every MLB team from 2024
From stunning comebacks to thrilling walk-offs to dominant pitching performances, every team had its share of memorable triumphs in 2024. But what was each clubĄ¯s signature win of the season?
Experts debate 3 hot topics on 2025 Hall of Fame ballot
Which Baseball Hall of Fame candidates are being overlooked by voters? Which ace starter has the best Cooperstown case? And how much does a short peak really matter? When the 2025 Hall of Fame class is announced Jan. 21 on MLB Network, the answers to those questions should become clearer.
Manaea back with Mets on 3-year deal (source)
NEW YORK -- Sean Manaea, the popular left-hander who became a showpiece for the MetsĄ¯ ability to reshape starting pitchers, is back in the organization on a long-term deal. The Mets and Manaea agreed to terms early Monday on a three-year, $75 million contract thatĄ¯s pending a physical, according to
Red Sox get reliever Mor¨ĸn in trade with Twins
On Tuesday, the Red Sox acquired left-handed pitcher Jovani Mor¨ĸn from the Twins and sent catcher/infielder Mickey Gasper to Minnesota. The 27-year-old Mor¨ĸn posted a 4.15 ERA with 112 strikeouts across 91 innings with the Twins from 2021-23. Mor¨ĸn underwent Tommy John surgery in November 2023 and subsequently missed the
The best baseball players born on Christmas
Who are the best players born on each day of the year? We have a list for every day on the calendar. ItĄ¯s fitting that Christmas Day gifted us with three Hall of Fame players. HereĄ¯s a subjective ranking of the top five for December 25: 1) Rickey Henderson (1958)
Two more teams reportedly meet with Sasaki
MLB.com is keeping track of the latest news and rumors surrounding Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki, who is seeking an MLB opportunity via the posting system. At 23 years old, Sasaki is subject to international bonus pool money restrictions, which are placed on foreign-born players unless they are at least 25
Rangers agree to 2-year deal with Pederson (source)
The Texas Rangers and free-agent DH Joc Pederson have agreed to terms on a two-year, $37 million contract with an opt out after 2025, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Monday. The deal is pending a physical. The team has not confirmed the deal. The move comes just after
He's back! Cutch re-ups for another season with the Bucs
Andrew McCutchen, the face of the Pirates in the 21st century, is staying in Pittsburgh. The team announced Monday that the franchise icon is returning for the 2025 season. According to a source, the deal is for one year, $5 million. Another reunion between McCutchen and the Pirates was always
After reinforcing rotation, is Alonso next for Mets?
MLB.com is keeping track of all the latest Mets-related free agent and trade rumors right here.
MLB reaches new CBA agreement with Umpires Association
Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Umpires Association have reached a tentative five-year collective bargaining agreement that would run through the 2029 season. The prior CBA between MLB and the umpires was set to expire at the end of this month. The new agreement is pending ratification by
Angels have their own 'Iron Man' in press box
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Phils add to pitching depth with 1-year deal for Joe Ross
PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies continued to bolster their pitching depth on Monday, signing veteran right-hander Joe Ross to a one-year deal.
Rangers sign reliever Armstrong to 1-year deal; Huff DFA'd
ARLINGTON -- The RangersĄ¯ active offseason continued on Monday morning, when president of baseball operations Chris Young announced that the club signed reliever Shawn Armstrong to a one-year deal. To make room for Armstrong on the 40-man roster, Texas designated catcher Sam Huff for assignment.
Winter Meetings mark another showcase for diversity-focused career programs
Each year, the Winter Meetings bring the entire baseball industry to one city -- practically under one roof -- with much of the attention focused on the Major League clubs and what they might have cooking as they shape their rosters for the coming season. But there is so much
Short porch, BBQ and playoff pedigree in Houston sealed deal for Walker
HOUSTON ¨C ThereĄ¯s a lot that Christian Walker likes about Houston. HeĄ¯s admittedly intrigued by the barbecue scene, is tantalized by the short porch at what will be Daikin Park in 2025 and is thrilled at the chance to play for a team thatĄ¯s been to the playoffs eight years
Phillies get Luzardo for 2 prospects in trade with Marlins
PHILADELPHIA ¨C The Phillies added further depth to one of the strongest rotations in baseball on Sunday, acquiring left-handed starter Jes¨˛s Luzardo and Minor League catcher/outfielder Paul McIntosh from the Marlins in exchange for two prospects. Shortstop Starlyn Caba (Phillies' No. 4 prospect) and outfielder Emaarion Boyd (Phillies' No. 23