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Five MLB franchises have yet to hoist the Commissioner's Trophy. Let's examine each team and how close they've come to winning a World Series.
October 3, 2024 at 6:35 AM -
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For some teams this MLB postseason, a victory would be sweeter -- and a defeat more painful.
October 3, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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Appraisers and legal experts address key questions over the fate of a famous ball potentially worth millions.
October 3, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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After taking care of the Braves in a two-game sweep Wednesday, the Padres took time to celebrate before getting ready for the Dodgers in the NLDS.
October 2, 2024 at 9:35 PM -
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Jack Flaherty will start Game 1 of this weekend's NLDS for the Dodgers, while rookie Yoshinobu Yamamoto is set for Game 2 against the Padres.
October 2, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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Dodgers radio announcer and former Cy Young Award winner Fernando Valenzuela is stepping away from the broadcast booth for the rest of the playoffs "to focus on his...
October 2, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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With an average attendance increase of 0.9% this season, MLB shows an increase in consecutive years for the first time since 2011-12.
October 1, 2024 at 12:35 PM -
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Here are every MLB playoff team's odds to advance to and to win the 2024 World Series.
October 1, 2024 at 7:35 AM -
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Which MLB stars can carry a team to the World Series this year?
October 1, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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Who will be the last team standing? Our MLB experts predict which teams will win each series in October.
October 1, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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We have your one-stop shop for everything you need to keep up with all the action this October.
September 30, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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Have World Series-or-bust hopes for the 2024 postseason? Here's why your squad could be playing into November -- or headed home soon.
September 30, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani topped MLB jersey sales for the second straight season while becoming the first player to reach 50 homers and 50 stolen bases in the same year.
September 30, 2024 at 12:35 PM -
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Former San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey has been named the team's new president of baseball operations, replacing Farhan Zaidi, who was fired.
September 30, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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A look at how Shohei Ohtani became the first 50/50 player in MLB history.
September 29, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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We make the case for every 2024 title hopeful ... then separate the best from the rest.
September 29, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani came up short in his bid to become the first National League player to win the Triple Crown since 1937.
September 29, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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The Dodgers have recalled outfielder James Outman Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioned rookie left-hander Justin Wrobleski to the Triple-A affiliate on Sunday.
September 29, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani had two hits and raised his average to .310 in his bid to overtake batting leader Luis Arraez and become the National League's first Triple Crown winner...
September 28, 2024 at 10:35 PM -
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- Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman didn't make the trip to Colorado for a three-game series against the Rockies to close out the regular season so he...
September 27, 2024 at 7:35 PM -
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Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani hit his 54th homer of the season Friday night after earlier stealing base No. 57 to pass Ichiro Suzuki for the most in a single season by...
September 27, 2024 at 7:35 PM -
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- The Detroit Tigers earned an AL wild card berth on Friday night, ending a decade-long postseason drought.
September 27, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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Trevor Bauer was honored on Friday as pitcher of the year in the Mexican Baseball League after going 10-0 with a 2.48 ERA in 14 starts.
September 27, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have the longest active postseason streak in Major League Baseball. Check out other teams who have had consistent success.
September 27, 2024 at 2:35 PM -
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As postseason begins, here's a look at the MLB teams that have won back-to-back World Series championships.
September 27, 2024 at 1:35 PM -
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MLB's top contenders are reveling in their playoff success, with locker rooms buzzing from celebrations.
September 27, 2024 at 9:35 AM -
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With a Monday doubleheader on the schedule, here's your guide to the last days of baseball before October.
September 27, 2024 at 3:35 AM -
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The Dodgers rallied to beat the Padres 7-2 to clinch the NL West on Thursday night, giving them a first-round bye in the playoffs.
September 26, 2024 at 10:35 PM -
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The Dodgers beat the Padres 7-2 to clinch the NL West on Thursday night, but Freddie Freeman left the game with an ankle injury in the seventh inning.
September 26, 2024 at 10:35 PM -
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Clayton Kershaw, who hasn't pitched since Aug. 30 because of a bone spur in his toe, said he's "not giving up" and hopes he can help the Dodgers in the...
September 26, 2024 at 8:35 PM -
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A Florida judge has denied a temporary injunction to halt the scheduled auction of the Shohei Ohtani 50/50 home run ball, meaning the auction will go live...
September 26, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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Check out how MLB stadiums stack up oldest to newest, from Fenway Park to Globe Life Field.
September 26, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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A fan who says he is the rightful owner of the Shohei Ohtani 50/50 home run ball has filed a civil lawsuit seeking to stop the scheduled auction of the ball.
September 26, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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We have everything you need to know as the regular season reaches the homestretch, from current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule.
September 26, 2024 at 6:35 AM -
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The final days of the 2024 regular season are upon us -- and the wild-card races are coming down to the wire.
September 26, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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The 2024 MLB postseason seems wide open. Here's who scouts and execs think could decide October.
September 26, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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Here's a look at the highest-scoring games in MLB history.
September 25, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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The coveted Shohei Ohtani 50-50 home run ball has been consigned to collectibles marketplace Goldin and bidding will begin Friday.
September 25, 2024 at 11:35 AM -
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Fans can buy game-used dirt from Opening Day and from when Ohtani passed Hideki Matsui for the most home runs by a Japanese-born player.
September 25, 2024 at 7:35 AM -
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Tuesday's lineup proved the best baseball night of the season. What's next in this winner-take-all week?
September 25, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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In a season full of curveballs, Betts has shown the Dodgers he's up for every challenge.
September 25, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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The Padres clinched a playoff spot Tuesday night when they turned a triple play to preserve a 4-2 victory over the NL West-leading Dodgers.
September 24, 2024 at 10:35 PM -
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Clayton Kershaw is in "a holding pattern" with his toe injury and there are no plans for the Dodgers pitcher to face hitters.
September 24, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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Whether your team is headed to October or packing its bags for the offseason, how did this season measure up to expectations?
September 24, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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A look at how Shohei Ohtani became the first 50/50 player in MLB history.
September 23, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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The last week of the regular season is here! This is what's still left to play for.
September 23, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani record his 52nd homer and 52nd stolen base Friday night, breaking Rickey Henderson's major league record with his 14th game with at least one of...
September 20, 2024 at 11:35 PM -
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The Dodgers are headed to their 12th consecutive postseason appearance while All-Star pitcher Tyler Glasnow tries to figure out another elbow injury that ended his first...
September 20, 2024 at 9:35 PM -
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The shoes Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani wore during his milestone 50/50 game will have a place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
September 20, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani's historic night drew betting action
September 20, 2024 at 10:35 AM -
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Whether your favorite team is an October favorite or playing out the string, every club has had something go right ... and wrong.
September 20, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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We have everything you need to know as the regular season reaches the homestretch, from current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule.
September 20, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to reach the 50/50 club on Thursday by stealing two bases and hitting three home runs in a 6-for-6...
September 19, 2024 at 8:35 PM -
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The first-ever season with 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases is just the latest feat by baseball's most unique talent.
September 19, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani is the first player in MLB history to rack up 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. Magic Johnson was among the stars who gave Ohtani his...
September 19, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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The Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani became the first player in baseball history to reach the 50/50 club on Thursday by stealing two bases and hitting two home runs in a 5-for-5...
September 19, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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In a year when he couldn't be a two-way star, Ohtani used his extra time on the bench to become an elite base stealer.
September 19, 2024 at 2:35 PM -
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Shohei Ohtani stole his 50th and 51st bases of the season on Thursday, putting the Dodgers star two home runs away from the first 50-50 season in major league...
September 19, 2024 at 2:35 PM -
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With less than two weeks to play, postseason hopefuls are making one last push to clinch a playoff spot. Here's where they stand on our list.
September 19, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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Some of baseball's best teams have major questions about their relief corps and not much time to answer them.
September 19, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani is close to making MLB history as the first member of the 50/50 club. Check out other historic firsts in baseball.
September 18, 2024 at 12:35 PM -
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You already know who is winning MVP and Cy Young -- so it's time for our wide-ranging regular-season annual accolades.
September 18, 2024 at 3:35 AM -
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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani denied feeling any pressure to become baseball's first 50/50 player, but manager Dave Roberts said he has noticed the chase is having some...
September 17, 2024 at 8:35 PM -
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The Royals' Bobby Witt Jr. became the first shortstop in major league history with multiple seasons of at least 30 homers and 30 steals when the All-Star swiped second...
September 17, 2024 at 6:35 PM -
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A look at how Shohei Ohtani became the first 50/50 player in MLB history.
September 17, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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Pitching injuries? Lack of depth? A lineup lacking stars? Why each contender's biggest weakness will -- or won't -- sink it in October.
September 17, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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The Los Angeles Dodgers placed veteran catcher Austin Barnes on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left big toe Monday.
September 16, 2024 at 5:35 PM -
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Five MLB franchises have yet to hoist the Commissioner's Trophy. Let's examine each team and how close they've come to winning a World Series.
September 16, 2024 at 1:35 PM -
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Tyler Glasnow suffered a setback in his recovery from elbow tendinitis and is "highly unlikely" to pitch again for the Dodgers this season.
September 14, 2024 at 3:35 PM -
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We have everything you need to know as the regular season reaches the homestretch, from current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule.
September 14, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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While it might be a longshot, Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani's chances of pitching in the postseason aren't being ruled out, manager Dave Roberts said Friday.
September 13, 2024 at 4:35 PM -
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No one hits .300 anymore -- well, almost no one. We break down the historically small but diverse group of hitters who are doing it this season.
September 13, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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With a few weeks left, the playoff picture looks like it might be mostly set -- with a number of clubs all but a lock for October.
September 12, 2024 at 5:35 AM -
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Ohtani or De La Cruz? Witt or Judge? We narrow the field -- with a rep from every team -- to the sport's one true must-watch player.
September 12, 2024 at 3:35 AM -
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Shohei Ohtani, Tommy Edman, Will Smith and Max Muncy all homered for the Dodgers in the first inning on Wednesday night.
September 11, 2024 at 9:35 PM -
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Cubs closer Porter Hodge had a heart scare in Tuesday night's game, but he recovered and got the save.
September 11, 2024 at 9:35 AM -
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The 2024 Bowman Chrome card set includes ultra-rare inserts: 23 MLB rookies and rising stars reimagined as Garbage Pail Kids.
September 11, 2024 at 7:35 AM -
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In a year with no superteams atop the standings, here are the teams those around the sport think could make a deep postseason run.
September 11, 2024 at 4:35 AM -
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto gave the Dodgers a dose of optimism with his four-inning return Tuesday night, causing manager Dave Roberts to "feel much better about the...
September 11, 2024 at 12:35 AM -
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The Dallas Cowboys quarterback's extension joins a group of the largest contracts across North American sports.
September 10, 2024 at 10:35 AM