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Major League Baseball announced that it will take over the distribution of local broadcasts for the Twins, Guardians and Brewers in 2025.

15 cities that should get an MLB expansion team

The 'Highest-paid player for every MLB team' quiz

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / October 1

All-Star Game Uniforms Will Change for San Francisco Giants Next Season

The San Francisco Giants will pay a visit to Atlanta’s Truist Field next year wearing their traditional gray uniforms with the city’s name across it. When

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 1

Diamondbacks owner rips MLB over Mets-Braves doubleheader 'debacle'

Diamondbacks owner and managing partner Ken Kendrick discussed the league's controversial handling of the Mets-Braves series during an Arizona Sports 98.7 FM radio station appearance.

NL wild-card storylines: Aces down, underdogs up and playoff drama begins

What Francisco Lindor told Mets before playoff-clinching home run

Power rankings entering the 2024 MLB postseason

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / October 1

Totally Not Fake News: MLB’s playoff plans for the Houston Astros and others

Baseball’s latest modifications to the playoffs...potentially. NEW YORK - It is the most exciting time of the year for baseball. Starting Tuesday, October

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 30

Players Changing Back To Wearing Home & Road Team Uniforms For MLB All-Star Game

Just as commissioner Rob Manfred suggested would be the case, the league announced players are reverting back to wearing their respective team’s jersey, in either a home or road uniform, for the annual MLB All-Star Game, beginning in 2025 at Truist Park.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 30

Players Changing Back To Wearing Home & Road Uniforms For MLB All-Star Game

Oakland Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / September 28

A's Fans Make Huge Statement in Coliseum Finale

Thursday was a rough day for the baseball world, as the Athletics played their final game at the Oakland Coliseum in front of 47,000. This ended up being the most highly attended game for any team in the sport that was on their way out of their home city.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Rob Manfred releases statement after Shohei Ohtani’s unreal night for Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are adding to their global status thanks to the exploits of All-Star slugger Shohei Ohtani. The two-time MLB American League MVP made history by eclipsing 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in his first season with the National League Dodgers.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / September 4

What MLB can do after Braves infielder's scary hit-by-pitch

With the implementation of the universal DH, baseball no longer polices itself when it comes to batters getting plunked. Is it time for MLB to step in?

Braves 2B blasts MLB after hit-by-pitch put his life 'on the line'

10 players who could make biggest impact in MLB playoff races

Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s

The 'Atlanta Braves all-time strikeouts leaders' quiz

MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 9

MLB Baseballs Changed From Dow To Rawlings For Tacky-Ball Experiment

Commissioner Rob Manfred and Major League Baseball has cracked down in recent years on the use of sticky substances such as Spider Tack in effort to prevent pitchers from gaining an unfair advantage against batters.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7

MLB strikes gold with Bristol Motor Speedway

Major League Baseball and one of the world's most famous speedways are teaming up for a special night of baseball in 2025.

Braves to play Reds at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2025

Which pitchers have the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise?

The '2022 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 7

Former Dodgers Outfielder & MLB’s Senior Vice President For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Billy Bean Passes Away

Billy Bean, MLB’s senior vice president for diversity, equity & inclusion and special assistant to the commissioner, passed away on Tuesday following a yearlong battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / August 6

Rob Manfred Identifies Expected Hosts For 2027 & 2028 MLB All-Star Games

The 2024 MLB All-Star Game was held at the Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Field last month, which saw the American League earn a 5-3 win over the National League.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 20

List Of Future MLB All-Star Game Locations: 2025, 2026 & Beyond

With the 94th Midsummer Classic in the books, the focus now shifts to teams hosting future MLB All-Star Games, beginning with the Atlanta Braves and Truist Park in 2025.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 18

Is MLB any closer to expansion after Rays stadium approval?

MLB needs the Tampa Bay Rays and Oakland A's to settle their long-term futures before considering expansion. The Rays, at least, are acting like a mature, healthy franchise.

Now that Rays are closing in on new stadium, it's time to pay up for roster

MLB commissioner's comments underscore the headache of legalized sports gambling

Five MLB players who must be better in second half of the season

Three leading MVP contenders in each league entering the season's second half

Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 15

MLB Notebook: Rob Manfred open to letting MLB players participate in 2028 Olympics

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says he would be open to allowing Major League ballplayers to participate in the 2028 Olympics. Before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Baseball had not been included in the games since 2008.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

MLB commissioner to consider notable All-Star Game change

MLB will consider doing away with generic All-Star Game jerseys following yet another boring year with the threads.

MLB commissioner's comments underscore the headache of legalized sports gambling

Rob Manfred hints at changes to rules on trading draft picks

Top MLB division races heading into season's second half

Which defunct sports teams had the best uniforms?

The 'Highest-paid player for every MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Dodger Blue / July 18

Rob Manfred Hints At Changes For MLB All-Star Game Uniforms

The 2024 MLB All-Star Game took place at Globe Life Field on Tuesday, which saw the American League earn a 5-3 win over the National League. The AL has now won the Midsummer Classic in 10 of the last 11 years.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 16

Rob Manfred hints at changes to rules on trading draft picks

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred spoke on various topics today, including possibly loosening the rules on trading draft picks.

Winners and losers from the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby

Five non-Paul Skenes storylines to watch at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game

Three leading Cy Young candidates in each league at All-Star break

25 MLB legends who made their names in the postseason

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVP' quiz

MLB News / Angels Nation / June 4

Rob Manfred Endorses MLB Staying Out Of Politics With Atlanta Hosting 2025 All-Star Game

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced back in November of 2023 that the 2025 All-Star Game is to take place in Atlanta. The decision was met with immediate backlash, as it was less than three years ago that MLB took the Midsummer Classic away from Atlanta in 2021.

MLB News / Angels Nation / May 30

MLB News: Rob Manfred Announces Switch From Dow To Rawlings For Tacky-Ball Experiment

Commissioner Rob Manfred and Major League Baseball has cracked down in recent years on the use of sticky substances like spider tack in an effort to help pitchers get a firmer grip on the baseball.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 24

Rob Manfred hints at big change coming to MLB

A big change is likely on its way to Major League Baseball, at least according to commissioner Rob Manfred.

Orioles put one-time All-Star pitcher on IL

Rangers place veteran righty on IL

White Sox manager offers unfortunate injury update on slugger

Cubs reliever out at least two more weeks

Yankees' Juan Soto addresses 'MVP' chants amid contract uncertainty

Pirates won't be competitive if they keep wasting starts from young aces

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17

MLB circling these two cities as future All-Star Game hosts

MLB circling these two cities as All-Star Game hosts for 2027 and 2028

Toronto and Chicago could be in luck for future All-Star Game hosting duties.

MLB owners want to implement major change to free agency

Report: One city emerging as front-runner to host A's from 2025-27

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announces when his tenure will end

20 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2024

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / February 15

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred reveals end date of tenure

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announces when his tenure will end

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has made a number of changes to the game during his time at the helm of the ship, some controversial, some welcomed. He'll have five more years to make his mark before he steps aside.

Athletics to meet with government officials about Coliseum lease extension

Texas Rangers trying to become the Kansas City Chiefs of MLB

Players divided on new MLB jerseys, with some slamming 'cheap' material

20 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2024

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz