
Gerrit Cole Starts Season on 15-Day IL: A Silver Lining for the Yankees' Rotation
The New York Yankees have placed Gerrit Cole on the 15-day injured list instead of the 60-day IL, signaling hope for a quicker return for the reigning Cy Young winner.
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The New York Yankees have placed Gerrit Cole on the 15-day injured list instead of the 60-day IL, signaling hope for a quicker return for the reigning Cy Young winner.

As the 2026 MLB season begins, the Los Angeles Dodgers are the clear favorites to win their third straight World Series, but the New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners are close behind in the latest betting odds.
David Ross and Anthony Rizzo are teaming up with The Volume Sports for a new podcast centered on the Chicago Cubs' 2016 World Series title.

The 2026 MLB season is here, and all eyes are on the Dodgers' quest for a three-peat. Our expert predictions cover the World Series favorites, MVP races, and Cy Young contenders.

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As MLB Opening Day 2026 arrives, the Los Angeles Dodgers take center stage. From their historic quest for a three-peat to the looming labor negotiations, the 2026 season is officially Dodger-centric.

The New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants kick off the 2026 MLB season in a historic Opening Night matchup at Oracle Park. Featuring the debuts of Max Fried and manager Tony Vitello, this earliest-ever domestic opener promises high-stakes drama.

Shohei Ohtani dominated his former team on Tuesday, striking out 11 batters in his final spring training start. While the high strikeout count prevented him from reaching his six-inning goal, the performance confirms he is ready for the regular season.

Cincinnati Reds left-hander Nick Lodolo will start the 2026 season on the injured list due to a blister on his pitching hand, shifting more responsibility to Hunter Greene and Chase Burns.

The Chicago Cubs have reportedly agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension with young star Pete Crow-Armstrong, securing their center fielder through his prime.
The Chicago Cubs have secured outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong with a contract extension covering his arbitration and early free agent years.
Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a historic extension without club options, per Jeff Passan.
The Chicago Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong have agreed to a six-year, $115 million extension starting in 2027.

Gerrit Cole struck out three in his final spring training test for the New York Yankees. After missing all of last season, the ace will return to Florida for final preparations before rejoining the team later this year.

Boston Red Sox rookie Connelly Early has officially secured a spot in the starting rotation and is set to make his first start of the season against the Cincinnati Reds.

The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired veteran RHP Jake Woodford from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for prospect K.C. Hunt, bolstering their bullpen for the 2026 season.

Hall of Famer Frank Thomas has filed a civil lawsuit against the Chicago White Sox, Nike, and Fanatics, alleging the unauthorized use of his likeness on City Connect 2.0 merchandise.

Get the edge on Opening Night with expert fantasy baseball lineup advice for the Yankees vs. Giants at Oracle Park. Analysis on Max Fried, Logan Webb, and Ryan McMahon.

Major shifts in the AL East: Ryan Pepiot heads to the IL with hip inflammation, opening the door for Joe Boyle, while Connelly Early secures a spot with the Red Sox.

The Detroit Tigers have officially named ESPN's No. 2 overall prospect, Kevin McGonigle, to their Opening Day roster. The phenom makes the jump despite never playing above Double-A.

Jackie Robinson returns to the gridiron as EA Sports adds the UCLA multi-sport legend to the College Football 26 Ultimate Team roster alongside Dwight Freeney and Timmy Chang.

The Tampa Bay Rays have officially named top prospect Carson Williams as their starting shortstop for the 2026 season. Following a strong spring training, the #39 overall prospect is ready for the big leagues.

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