Angels', Rangers' benches clear after Trout hit by pitch
ANAHEIM -- Both benches briefly cleared for the Angels and Rangers after Zach Neto and Mike Trout were hit by pitches from reliever Shawn Armstrong in the eighth inning on Tuesday. With Gustavo Campero on third and one out with the score 7-5, Neto was hit by a 2-2 fastball
Traded between dugouts! Domínguez dealt during DH, then debuts
BALTIMORE -- The Blue Jays have made their first bullpen splash, agreeing to a deal with the Orioles to acquire right-hander Seranthony Domínguez.
6 trades that make too much sense not to happen
Time is getting short before the 2025 Trade Deadline arrives on Thursday at 6 p.m. ET. While a number of deals are already complete, and rumors continue to fly fast, there is still much business left to do. But here at MLB.com, we want to make life easier for busy
A frontrunner for Robert? Plus, the market's most highly coveted reliever
Luis Robert Jr.’s recent renaissance at the plate has a number of contenders considering a move for the center fielder, though sources said Chicago’s asking price remains “very high.” According to sources, the Mets have been one of the more aggressive teams in their pursuit of Robert, with one source
Ahead of Deadline, Alcantara makes it clear: 'I want to be here'
ST. LOUIS – It was hard to tell whether the usually stoic Sandy Alcantara was getting emotional or just recovering from the elements following his last start before the Trade Deadline. Alcantara went five scoreless innings in the Marlins’ 5-0 win over the Cardinals on Tuesday night at Busch Stadium.
Injuries: Acuña headed to IL; Soto exits early
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How Nick Kurtz has taken baseball by storm
By now, you’ve probably heard of Nick Kurtz. On Friday, Kurtz became the youngest player in Major League history -- and the first rookie -- to hit four home runs in a game. He recorded 19 total bases, tying Shawn Green for the most total bases in a single game
MLB.TV has you covered with our Trade Deadline Free Preview
Your favorite players might be on the move, but all you have to do is sit back and watch all the action from your TV, tablet or phone. From Tuesday through Thursday, out-of-market fans can watch every game for free during MLB.TV's Trade Deadline Free Preview. No credit card is
Volpe's bat delivers for Yanks, but two more errors raise alarm
NEW YORK – It should have been a banner night for Anthony Volpe, who helped fuel his team’s victory with a go-ahead hit, an aggressive steal of third that generated another run and a long homer that dented an advertising board behind the home bullpen. Yet Volpe’s fielding woes continued
'We're 3-0 with it': How Greene's stache has powered the Tigers -- and his bat
DETROIT -- The Tigers have built their style of play around buy-in from the entire roster, sacrificing individual success for the good of the group, giving up at-bats for platoon advantages, taking the extra base to make a teammate’s RBI situation easier, bullpen usage behind last year’s pitching chaos.
Duran making himself indispensable in Red Sox's playoff push
MINNEAPOLIS – There was a time a few weeks ago when Jarren Duran’s name was becoming increasingly popular on the trade rumor mill. After all, the Red Sox, following the promotion of top prospect Roman Anthony in June, had an overflow of talented young outfielders.
Padres' dominant bullpen could get even better
SAN DIEGO -- The Padres might already have the best bullpen in baseball. They lead the Majors in relief ERA, and they just sent three relievers to the All-Star Game -- the first team in MLB history to do so. With a 7-1 victory over the Mets on Tuesday night
Yankees pursuing rotation upgrades (report)
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The Top 100 prospects most likely to be dealt by the Trade Deadline are ...
On average over the past 25 years, about 2.5 players deemed Top 100 prospects are dealt each year by the MLB Trade Deadline. With this year's Deadline looming, none have swapped jerseys so far, helping to ratchet up speculation heading into what is often one of the most exciting times
Brewers' under-the-radar trades make huge impact in win over Cubs
MILWAUKEE -- Everyone loves a blockbuster deal, but sometimes it’s under-the-radar trades in April or June that produce the biggest impact. Take Quinn Priester, who won his ninth consecutive decision for the Brewers on Tuesday, and Andrew Vaughn, who electrified sold-out American Family Field by smashing a grand slam as
Smith's clutch knock helps Dodgers erase miscues with late rally
CINCINNATI -- In some ways, the Dodgers had no business coming out on top of Tuesday night's 5-4 win over the Reds at Great American Ball Park. But then again, they had no business losing either. Tyler Glasnow had his shakiest outing since returning from the 60-day IL, allowing four
This isn't the circus! Vierling makes juggling catch after crashing into wall
DETROIT -- The Tigers’ clubhouse had a juggling kit lying around in it a few days ago, complete with miniature bean bags for practice. It was not part of Matt Vierling’s warmup routine, but the Tigers center fielder put his juggling skills to work in Detroit's 12-2 win on Tuesday
'I'm worried': Acuña (right Achilles tightness) headed to injured list
KANSAS CITY -- Ronald Acuña Jr. hobbled across the clubhouse with the assistance of a walking boot after Tuesday’s 9-6 loss to the Royals at Kauffman Stadium, and then held back tears as he explained why he will be placed on the injured list with what is currently being termed
Relief for Juan Soto, Mets after X-rays negative following foul tip
SAN DIEGO -- Juan Soto immediately grimaced, hopping up and down seven times on his right foot before finally attempting to put weight on his left. The result was a pronounced limp, forcing him to a knee. For several minutes after that, Mets trainer Joe Golia tended to Soto, testing
Contreras wants -- and expects -- to remain a Cardinal
ST. LOUIS – Claiming that he hasn’t “done enough for me to leave the city yet,” Willson Contreras confirmed his wishes to remain in St. Louis and with the Cardinals during a recent meeting with president of baseball operations John Mozeliak regarding the direction of the club before Thursday’s Trade
Luzardo takes 'step in the right direction' in win over White Sox
CHICAGO -- Jesús Luzardo found a simple solution to his pitching problems out of the stretch: Don’t let anybody reach base. Luzardo pitched seven scoreless innings in Tuesday night’s 6-3 victory over the White Sox at Rate Field, putting the Phils in position to win a third consecutive series on
Cy winner's trade market appears to be heating up
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Diaz sparks Astros' offense to snap skid at home
HOUSTON -- The next couple of days could be some of the most interesting of the year for the Astros, with the Trade Deadline looming on Thursday and a pair of key injured players on the cusp of returning to the team. More importantly, the Astros’ string of 13 consecutive
A one-of-a-kind trade where nobody had to go very far
BALTIMORE -- The Blue Jays and Orioles both saved on airfare Tuesday. Between games of their doubleheader at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore dealt reliever Seranthony Domínguez to Toronto along with cash considerations for right-handed pitching prospect Juaron Watts-Brown.
A's new switch-throwing(!) outfielder brings unique skillset to play
WEST SACRAMENTO -- Plenty of MLB’s biggest stars are switch-hitters. Cal Raleigh, José Ramírez and Elly De La Cruz are just a few among dozens. Even switch-pitchers, like Pat Venditte or Mariners prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje, have had their day. But a switch-throwing position player?!? That’s a new one. Meet Athletics