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A deep-dive analysis of the WBC 2026 semifinal between Team USA and the Dominican Republic, featuring the Alcantara-Webb pitching duel and star-studded lineups.
Venezuela defeated Japan 8-5 to advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals, eliminating the defending champions.
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal game against Venezuela due to an apparent right knee injury, sparking concerns for the 2026 season.
Ronald Acuña Jr. homered on the second pitch of the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal against Yoshinobu Yamamoto to give Venezuela an early lead.
Oakland Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers put on a power clinic on Saturday, hitting three home runs in three plate appearances against the Kansas City Royals.
Tarik Skubal delivered a dominant performance for the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, striking out seven batters against the Blue Jays. The Tigers ace notably stayed with the club for spring training rather than making a second start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
Los Angeles Angels reliever Robert Stephenson is facing another elbow injury setback and will be evaluated by Dr. Keith Meister, casting doubt on his 2025 status.
Italy jumped to an early 3-1 lead over Puerto Rico in the WBC quarterfinals, knocking starter Seth Lugo out of the game in the first inning.
Team USA secured a spot in the World Baseball Classic semifinals with a hard-fought 5-3 win over Canada. They now prepare for a massive showdown against the Dominican Republic.
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno was a late scratch from Friday's Spring Training game against the Royals due to right forearm tightness. Manager Torey Lovullo confirmed testing is scheduled for the Gold Glover.
Austin Wells hit a massive three-run home run in the seventh inning to secure a 10-0 mercy-rule victory for the Dominican Republic over South Korea.
The Dominican Republic defeated Korea 10-0 via mercy rule, led by an Austin Wells three-run home run.
The Oakland Athletics made Cactus League history on Friday, as Henry Bolte, Breyson Guedez, and Nick Kurtz hit three consecutive home runs on three straight pitches against Michael King.
From the 2023 Tampa Bay Rays to the 1884 St. Louis Maroons, we break down the most dominant season-opening winning streaks in MLB history.
Discover the legendary MLB players who spent their entire careers with one franchise. From the 23-season records of Brooks Robinson and Carl Yastrzemski to modern stars like Mike Trout and Aaron Judge.
The Texas Rangers have bolstered their pitching staff by signing veteran left-handed reliever Jalen Beeks to a one-year, $1.6 million deal for the 2026 season. Beeks joins Texas following a productive 2025 campaign with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester is expected to miss at least the first month of the season due to a nerve issue, impacting the team's rotation depth.
Cincinnati Reds left-hander Caleb Ferguson is expected to miss the start of the 2026 season due to a mild oblique strain. The injury forces the Reds to adjust their bullpen depth as they approach Opening Day.
Jeff Passan has released his comprehensive 2026 MLB season preview covering all 30 teams on ESPN.
Maximize your draft value with the 2026 Fantasy Baseball Cheat Sheet. From sleepers like Jordan Lawlar to high-risk busts like Blake Snell, get the expert picks you need to win.
The Dominican Republic's star-studded roster is living up to the hype in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, combining elite power from Juan Soto and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with an infectious energy that has defined the tournament.
Get ready for Opening Day with our comprehensive 2026 MLB season preview, featuring Jeff Passan’s expert predictions on division races, breakout stars, and fantasy baseball sleepers.
The Boston Red Sox have bolstered their bullpen by signing veteran left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year contract. Coulombe joins Boston after a stellar tenure with the Baltimore Orioles.
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester will start the season on the Injured List due to a persistent wrist issue, forcing the team to adjust its starting rotation early.
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