Netflix 8-part docuseries on Red Sox now streaming
BOSTON -- In "The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox," Netflix pulls back the curtain on what a 162-game baseball season is like. The docuseries contains eight parts, and they are all available to stream now. This isn't so much about a team that ultimately finished 81-81. It's more
New catcher, same Skubal: Dingler guides reigning Cy in latest gem
DETROIT -- The first time Dillon Dingler got behind the plate to catch Tarik Skubal in a live session this Spring Training, he took a ball off his forearm. It wasn’t any fault of his, or a sign of any bad chemistry between the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner
Against the wind, in the heel of the glove. This catch was bonkers
On a frigid Tuesday at Citi Field, Marlins center fielder Derek Hill made the hottest catch of the season so far, robbing Tyrone Taylor on what would have been a bases-clearing backbreaker. Playing shallow with the ball not carrying much against the wind, Hill covered 110 feet and fully laid
Ohtani's popularity is like nothing Fanatics CEO has seen
Could Shohei Ohtani do as much for baseball globally as Michael Jordan did for basketball in the 1990s? It's not only possible, it's already happening -- at least according to Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin. Rubin makes that claim as the guest on Tuesday's Season 2 premiere of the 6-1-1 Podcast,
Former MLB reliever Dotel among victims in DR nightclub tragedy
Former Major League reliever Octavio Dotel, former utilityman Tony Blanco and Nelsy Cruz -- sister of former big league slugger Nelson Cruz -- were killed early Tuesday morning when the roof collapsed at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic. As of Tuesday afternoon, there were 58 confirmed dead and
Giants' new City Connect jerseys a nod to San Francisco music scene
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Giants are hitting a new note with their City Connect jerseys this year, as they unveiled a “remixed” look inspired by San Francisco’s rich musical history on Tuesday.
11 players putting up early MVP numbers
Needless to say, MVP Awards are not won (or lost) in the first two weeks of the season. Remember 2024? Aaron Judge didn’t really get things going until May. Yes, sensational starts can fizzle out quickly. Cold April slumps are forgotten when the weather, and the bats, heat up. But
Skenes so filthy, he's breaking the pitch-classification system
Less than a year into his Major League career, Paul Skenes might already be the best pitcher in baseball. That's not hyperbole. He’s one of 79 pitchers to throw at least 140 innings since his May 11, 2024, debut, and among them he’s first in ERA, second in strikeout rate,
Duran, parents issue statement: 'We are beyond grateful'
The Red Sox on Tuesday issued the following statements from Jarren Duran and his parents Octavio and Dena Duran regarding episode 4 of the Netflix docuseries The Clubhouse: A Year with the Red Sox. Statement from Jarren Duran “Talking about this wasn’t easy, but it felt important. I trusted the
Robles has fracture in shoulder, but may avoid surgery
SEATTLE -- Victor Robles, who suffered a dislocated left shoulder when making a remarkable diving catch into the netting on Sunday in San Francisco, will be sidelined for at least 12 weeks after an MRI revealed a small fracture in the humeral head of the shoulder, the team announced on
Here's how 2024 Rule 5 Draft picks are faring
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How next year's FA market looks with Vlad Jr. off the board
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MLB.TV is back for 2025 -- new local packages available as well
A new season is upon us, and MLB.TV – the best way to watch every out-of-market game all season long – has never been better. That’s because MLB.TV is now giving you even more baseball with the addition of 24/7 access to MLB Network (available in U.S. only). Here is
Bellinger out with food poisoning: 'I think he had some wings'
DETROIT -- Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger was scratched from Tuesday afternoon’s starting lineup against the Tigers in Detroit. The reason?
Yanks have no answers for Skubal: 'He won that Cy Young for a reason'
DETROIT -- Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal had it all going against the Yankees in New York's 5-0 loss on Tuesday afternoon at Comerica Park. He dropped back in his delivery, and served up a steady stream of frustrating pitches over six scoreless innings. Yankees veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco gave up
The legend behind 'Kerry Bonds'
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McNeil, Alvarez set to begin rehab assignments this week
NEW YORK -- Jeff McNeil’s birthday present was a flight to Florida, where he will begin a rehab assignment later this week. Francisco Alvarez is coming along for the ride.
Ovechkin can count this hockey-loving Oriole a fan
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How an Ohtani ad inspired Dodgers' latest celebration
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Lindor reaches 1,500 hits in Mets' win … can he reach 3,000?
NEW YORK -- Francisco Lindor on Monday became the 670th member of the 1,500-hit club, a milestone that’s noteworthy mostly because of basic arithmetic. Reaching 1,500 puts Lindor midway to the much more hallowed ground of 3,000.
Call it 'a second debut': Pozo living out his MLB dream
PITTSBURGH -- When Yohel Pozo finally got his wish at what he joyfully called “a second debut” in the big leagues, there was never a question that his wife, Paola, and their two kids would hurriedly travel along with him to Pittsburgh. After all, the Pozo family has remained together
In return to lineup, Polanco lifts Mariners to victory over Astros
SEATTLE -- Back in the lineup after missing two games with soreness in his side, Jorge Polanco broke through in a massive way on Monday night, ripping a go-ahead, two-run single off flamethrowing reliever Bryan Abreu to lift the Mariners to a much-needed, 4-3 victory over the Astros.
DeLuca (shoulder) sidelined for 2-4 weeks
TAMPA -- The Rays have lost yet another key outfielder to the injured list, as they placed center fielder Jonny DeLuca on the 10-day IL on Tuesday morning with a right shoulder strain. Even DeLuca isn’t totally certain how he sustained the injury or how it progressed to this point.
'A great human being': Blue Jays react to Vlad Jr.'s extension
BOSTON -- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is the face of the Blue Jays. After agreeing to terms on a 14-year, $500 million extension, according to a source, it might be that way forever. Soon, we’ll hear from Guerrero about what this moment means to him, his family and the legacy he
'Absolutely dominant': Greene electric as Reds shut out Giants
SAN FRANCISCO -- It was the first time in the game Hunter Greene appeared on the verge of allowing a run: Willy Adames was on first base with two outs and Greene was facing the Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee in the bottom of the sixth inning on Monday night at