New York Yankees postponed game due to wildfire smoke

The New York Yankees' game against the Chicago White Sox was rescheduled as part of a doubleheader starting at 4:05 p.m. on Thursday.

Yankees, Phillies postpone games due to hazardous air quality created by wildfire smoke

Several sporting events have been postponed Wednesday because of concerns over hazardous air quality issues caused by smoke blanketing the skies across the Northeast.

Nationals’ Stephen Strasburg, who once signed record-breaking contract, has ‘severe nerve damage’: report

In December 2019, Strasburg signed a seven-year, $245 million deal with the Washington Nationals, breaking the record previously held by David Price ($217 million), after winning the 2019 World Series MVP with the Nats.

MLB warns batters may not attempt to trick pitchers into clock violations

MLB senior vice president Michael Hill wrote in a two-page memo to general managers that the commissioner's office had detected batters attempting to induce quick pitches.

Mother of LA Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw dies

Marianne Tombaugh died Saturday, according to Ellen Kershaw. The pitcher’s wife mentioned it during the dedication of a refurbished youth baseball field in Inglewood that his charity foundation supported.

Yankee Stadium's 100th anniversary to be marked Tuesday

The ballpark opened April 18, 1923, with Babe Ruth hitting the first home run in a 4-1 win over Boston before 74,200, at the time called the largest crowd to see a baseball game.

Study: Climate change causing spike in MLB home runs

A new study finds that climate change is making major league sluggers into even hotter hitters, sending an extra 50 or so home runs a year over the fences.

New MLB rules pick up game pace, giving fans more action in less time

The nation’s favorite pastime is taking a little less time now that the new Major League Baseball (MLB) rules are in place. 

Anthony Rendon suspended 5 games for altercation with fan

LA Angels infielder Anthony Rendon faces a 5-game suspension for grabbing a fan by the t-shirt and then taking a swipe at him after the team's Opening Day loss against Oakland Athletics.

Budweiser to release new limited-edition Cubs cans

The unique cans are being released for 14 Major League Baseball teams across the league.

YES Network streaming service will let cord-cutters watch Yankees games

The YES Network's new, direct-to-consumer streaming service aims to give non-cable customers the ability to watch New York Yankees games for a monthly or annual fee.

YES Network’s launch of direct-to-consumer subscriptions expected by opening day

With the New York Yankees’ opening day just days away,  time is ticking for them to finalize details with the Yankees Entertainment and Sports (YES) Network. 

MLB legend Ken Griffey Jr among highest-paid Reds players in 2023

Ken Griffey Jr. has not appeared in a Major League Baseball game since the 2010 season with the Seattle Mariners but he’s still due a paycheck with the Cincinnati Reds this season.

Mets mark March 25th, 'Amazin’ Day'

Mets celebrate Amazin' Day with fans, hosting a series of events throughout the city.

MLB umpires will have a new view for replays this season – on Zoom

Major League Baseball struck a deal with Zoom Video Communications Inc. allowing on-field umpires to watch the replay operations center evaluating contested calls.

Jose Altuve hit-by-pitch in World Baseball Classic, leaves game with thumb fracture

Jose Altuve left Venezuela’s 9-7 quarterfinal loss to the United States on Saturday night with a fractured right thumb after getting hit by a pitch in another injury setback at the World Baseball Classic.