Crochet after win: No regrets on HR pitch to Judge
Garrett Crochet held New York scoreless over a career-high 8 1/3 innings, but Aaron Judge's solo home run in the ninth ruined his shutout and his chance at the win.
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14th June 2025
Twins' Lewis pulled in 9th after straining hamstring
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis' injury woes continued Friday night when he strained his left hamstring running to first base on a ninth-inning single.
Mets' Senga dealing with low-grade hammy strain
While Friday's MRI showed "relatively good news" on right-hander Kodai Senga's hamstring strain, the major league leader in ERA still is set to miss at least a month, manager Carlos Mendoza indicated.
Rangers' Carter jams hand after spectacular catch
Texas Rangers center fielder Evan Carter exited their 3-1 win over the Chicago White Sox with right wrist soreness.
Reds' Miley denies wrongdoing in Skaggs case
Reds left-hander Wade Miley said Friday that he has not been accused of any wrongdoing, one day after reports stated a deposition from a lawsuit alleged he supplied Tyler Skaggs with drugs when both players were with the Diamondbacks.
Phils' Turner hails Emmy for film on his '23 ovation
Trea Turner celebrated with Kyle Thrash and Jon McCann, whose film on the 2023 standing ovations that helped turn around Turner's season won a Sports Emmy award for best short documentary.
Jays' Scherzer (thumb) strong in first rehab start
Max Scherzer gave up two runs and struck out four in 4 1/3 innings in his first Triple-A rehab start since suffering inflammation in his right thumb.
Glasnow, Snell sessions have Dodgers optimistic
Starting pitchers Tyler Glasnow and Blake Snell had throwing sessions Friday that went well, lending optimism to a Dodgers staff battered by injuries.
Giants 3B Chapman to begin rehab in a week
Giants third baseman Matt Chapman can begin rehabbing his sprained right hand in a week.
D-backs closer Martinez has UCL sprain; '25 over
Diamondbacks closer Justin Martinez is done for the season with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow but is seeking a second opinion, manager Torey Lovullo said Friday.
Jacob Misiorowski's dazzling debut, Brewers-White Sox trade & five players to worry about
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. The Milwaukee Brewers may have found their next "guy." Jacob Misiorowski put the league on notice, Thursday night, in an electric debut for the Brewers, striking out five Cardinals and allowing no hits in 5 innings.
5 MLB players we're worried about: Luis Robert Jr., Zac Gallen, Willy Adames and more
By the middle of June, it’s safe to say that what we’re seeing from MLB teams and players is real. Aaron Judge hitting .400 is a real conversation, as is the Chicago Cubs having the best offense in baseball.
Rays get former top prospect Whitley from Astros
The Tampa Bay Rays acquired right-hander Forrest Whitley from the Houston Astros in exchange for cash considerations on Friday.
Astros trade one-time top prospect Forrest Whitley to Rays
Whitley, once the top pitching prospect in baseball, was in need of a change of scenery. Now he'll get one.
MLB acknowledges that increased drag on baseballs has led to fly balls traveling 4 feet less this year
Major League Baseball is acknowledging that there has been more drag on the baseballs used in games this season, resulting in long fly balls traveling four feet less than they did a year ago.
MLB acknowledges increased drag on baseballs has led to fly balls traveling 4 feet less this year
Major League Baseball is acknowledging that there has been more drag on the baseballs used in games this season, resulting in long fly balls traveling four feet less than they did a year ago.
Live Q&A: Talking baseball with Eno Sarris on Friday 6/13 at 2:00 p.m. ET
Submit your MLB and fantasy baseball questions for Eno Sarris' latest live chat.
Civale traded to ChiSox after bullpen pushback
The Brewers have traded Aaron Civale, who resisted Milwaukee's attempt to move him to the bullpen, to the White Sox for first baseman Andrew Vaughn.
Aaron Civale heading to White Sox after requesting trade from Brewers
Civale asked to be traded after the Brewers bumped him from the rotation in favor of top pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski.
White Sox deal first baseman Andrew Vaughn to Brewers for pitcher Aaron Civale: Reports
After being bumped from the Milwaukee Brewers' rotation, and then requesting a trade, pitcher Aaron Civale is headed to the Chicago White Sox, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers and MLB Network's Jon Heyman.
White Sox deal first baseman Andrew Vaughn to Brewers for pitcher Aaron Civale
After being bumped from the Milwaukee Brewers' rotation and then requesting a trade, pitcher Aaron Civale is headed to the Chicago White Sox, the teams announced Friday.
13th June 2025
Dodgers desperately need Shohei Ohtani's arm, but his bat will do -- for now
The state of L.A.'s injury-riddled pitching staff is alarming. But Ohtani is too valuable to rush back to the mound.
The 15 early-round MLB draft prospects to know in the 2025 Men's College World Series
From UCLA's star shortstop to an LSU pitcher who could go No. 1, here are the future major league stars to watch in Omaha.
Misiorowski's promising debut hits speed bump. Plus: Youth movement in Anaheim
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What happens when the pope wears your hat?
Pope Leo XIV donned a White Sox hat at the Vatican this week. For the company that makes it, it was a dream come true.
MLB's baseball is behaving differently again, but no one seems to know why
The league says no intentional changes were made to the ball, but long fly balls are traveling about 4 feet less than they did a year ago.
How the Nationals’ MacKenzie Gore — No. 1 in your program — became No. 1 in strikeouts, too
Plus potential World Series matchups that could mirror the current NBA Finals, a Red Sox scout's insights on prospect evaluation and more.
Rosenthal: After leaving the Blue Jays, Ryan Yarbrough is thriving with the Yankees
Given his early start in New York, Toronto can only wonder how Yarbrough, a pitcher who was firmly under their control, might have fit.
Fenway Park in Texas? The 'incredible' Wiffle ball replica of Red Sox's iconic stadium
Ahead of the Red Sox-Yankees series at Fenway Park, one field in small-town Texas brings everything to those who can't make it to Boston.
Zack Wheeler's way: The ace who knows what he likes — and has no time for everything else
Wheeler has improved with age, defying assumptions about what an ace needs to stay elite in modern baseball. He has done it his way.
Last year's Tigers caught lightning in a bottle; this year's team is staying lightning hot
October baseball last year was a near impossibility for Detroit, but October baseball this year is an expectation.
The Yankees-Red Sox rivalry has cooled. Here’s how it could get heated once more
Yankees-Red Sox still gets fans talking and draws TV ratings, so the rivalry is far from dead. But it's missing a few key ingredients.
Cubs' Crow-Armstrong hits 'cool' out-of-zone HR
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong thought it was "cool" to hit the farthest pitch from the strike zone for a home run in MLB this season.
Brewers rookie allows no hits, then forced to exit
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski left his major league debut when he slipped on the front part of the mound after holding the Cardinals hitless through five innings Thursday night.
Angels call up Moore, No. 8 pick in 2024 draft
The Angels called up infielder Christian Moore, the No. 8 pick in last year's draft, on Friday, setting the stage for him to make his big league debut in Baltimore.
Rockies win to avoid worst start in modern era
The Colorado Rockies got a win on Thursday and avoided reaching a new low and setting the record for the worst start in the modern era.
Brewers prospect Jacob Misiorowski exits due to cramping amid no-hit bid in MLB debut
Jacob Misiorowski was having a dream MLB debut until one awkward step forced him to exit the ballgame. The Milwaukee Brewers' prospect took a no-hitter into the sixth inning before he exited with an apparent injury.
Death of Gardner's son still under investigation
More than two months after the death of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, authorities in Costa Rica say the case remains under investigation.
Agent: Skaggs named Reds' Miley as drug supplier
The agent of the late Tyler Skaggs said in a deposition that Skaggs told him he was using pain pills containing oxycodone that were provided by Reds left-hander Wade Miley.
Tigers send struggling reliever Brieske to Triple-A
The Tigers optioned reliever Beau Brieske to Triple-A Toledo on Thursday, one day after the right-hander was hit hard in a 10-1 loss to the Orioles.
Mets ace Kodai Senga headed to IL with hamstring strain
New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga was throwing a gem Thursday against the Washington Nationals before he went down with an injury away from the mound. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said after the Mets' 4-3 victory that Senga will go on the IL and undergo an MRI on Friday.
Jim to John Harbaugh: Keep eye on the (foul) ball
Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh had some advice after a foul ball just missed his brother, Ravens coach John Harbaugh, and Cal Ripken Jr. at an Orioles game.
Mets' Senga headed to IL with hamstring strain
Kodai Senga threw 5? ? scoreless innings Thursday before leaving with a hamstring strain that will require a trip to the IL in the Mets' 4-3 win over the Nationals that completed a three-game sweep.
Demoted to relief, Civale asks Brewers for trade
Bumped from the Brewers' rotation, Aaron Civale said he wants to continue starting and has requested a trade.
Brewers pitcher Aaron Civale requests trade after getting bumped from rotation
The Milwaukee Brewers called up top prospect Jacob Misiorowski on Tuesday. The 6-foot-7 flamethrower is bumping veteran right-handed pitcher Aaron Civale out of the rotation, and Civale reportedly wants to be traded rather than pitch in relief for the Brewers.
Caminero, Grisham hit 30 HR? Turner steals 50? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell you what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
Recap of MLB Mock Draft Live Q&A with Keith Law on June 12
Law chats live with readers about the upcoming MLB Draft.
Brewers pitcher Aaron Civale asks to be traded after move to bullpen
Civale, 30, has made all 122 of his career regular-season appearances as a starting pitcher.
A curious major-league fib, plus: Alcantara starting to round into form
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Six trades you probably missed at the time that have altered the 2025 MLB season
These under-the-radar deals range from a young catcher switching sides in a classic rivalry to a key rotation addition on a World Series contender.
???? MLB Power Rankings: Rays crack top 10
Our Week 11 list saw quite a bit of movement, with two red-hot AL teams shooting up our list and a number of contenders plummeting further down.
12th June 2025
Pride of the Yankees: Three days with Aaron Judge on the road to immortality
In New York, where greatness isn't enough, a Yankees superstar fights to become a legend.
As he continues to regain command, Sandy Alcantara is starting to look like himself again
Plus notes on the Rays rotation, the emerging Reds and the potential trade market for first basemen.
This Week in Sports Trivia: June 12, 2025
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Twenty things I’m hearing and watching for on MLB trade deadline with 50 days to go
Here are 20 things I’m hearing, watching for, and thinking about with 50 days until the July 31 trade deadline.
MLB trade deadline Urgency Index 1.0: Who needs what? Who needs it most?
Looking at which teams are most likely to need starting pitching, relief pitching and help with the lineup by July 31.
Raising kids in an MLB family can be tough logistically, summer break provides relief
The challenges associated with navigating the school year calendar are over, at least for a few months.
MLB Mock Draft 2025 2.0: Aiva Arquette jumps to No. 1; another Holliday in Colorado?
The Nationals aren't showing their hand as to who they'll pick No. 1, but an infielder from the Pacific Northwest could be in their sights.
New details emerge in Tyler Skaggs civil case; Wade Miley alleged to be early drug source
The unveiling of several new documents has shed new light on the Tyler Skaggs case.
Jackson Jobe's injury is another reminder of the perils MLB pitchers face
The Tigers' rookie is set to have Tommy John surgery. He's the latest in a long line of young pitchers who've fallen victim to injuries.
Twins' Buxton exults in 479-foot 'big boy' homer
The Twins' Byron Buxton put on a "mesmerizing" display Wednesday night, laucnhing the second-longest homer in the majors this season and making a diving catch in center field.
Twins' Byron Buxton blasts 479-foot, upper-deck home run that's 2nd-longest of MLB season
Byron Buxton does a lot of things well. Hitting home runs is one of them. The Minnesota Twins' outfielder put his power on display Wednesday, launching one of the longest home runs of the MLB season in his team's 6-2 victory over the Rangers.
Tigers' Jobe needs season-ending elbow surgery
Tigers rookie right-hander Jackson Jobe needs season-ending surgery on his pitching elbow.
Dobbins defends claim father played for Yankees
Red Sox rookie Hunter Dobbins said there is nothing nefarious about the connections he said his father had to the Yankees despite a report saying the claims were nefarious.
Recently cut Kimbrel joins Rangers on minors deal
Craig Kimbrel, who was cut by the Braves after one appearance last week, signed a minor league contract with the Rangers on Wednesday.
Giants place catcher Bailey (neck) on 10-day IL
The Giants placed Patrick Bailey on the 10-day injured list with a strained neck on Wednesday.
Yanks' Stroman, Stanton sharp in Double-A rehab
Marcus Stroman allowed one run in his first rehab start for Double-A Somerset, and Giancarlo Stanton had an RBI double in his second rehab appearance for the club.
Boston's other star rookie, Marcelo Mayer, hits 2 HRs in 2 at-bats to lead Red Sox past Rays
Much was made this week of the arrival of baseball's No. 1 prospect, Roman Anthony, to the Red Sox. But he's not the only star rookie in Boston.
'I don't go and fact check my dad': Hunter Dobbins addresses false Yankees claims
Dobbins previously cited how his father, Lance, had been drafted twice by the Yankees and traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Dodgers vs. Padres: L.A.'s starting rotation carousel continues as Dylan Cease, Manny Machado stand out for San Diego
The Dodgers and Padres squared off this week in their first of four 2025 regular-season series and the first rematch since the Southern California foes faced off in last year’s NLDS. With the Dodgers holding a one-game lead on both the Padres and Giants atop the NL West entering the series, the stakes were readily apparent.
Tigers rookie right-hander Jackson Jobe set to undergo Tommy John surgery
Jobe entered the season ranked as The Athletic's No. 11 overall prospect.
Tigers top prospect Jackson Jobe to undergo Tommy John surgery, out for season
Detroit Tigers right-hander Jackson Jobe entered 2025 as the top pitching prospect in baseball and will exit the year as a Tommy John surgery patient.
Red Sox RHP Hunter Dobbins addresses father's debunked Yankees claims: 'I don't go and fact-check my dad'
Hunter Dobbins inserted himself into the New York Yankees-Boston Red Sox rivalry in a bizarre way this week. It did not work out well for him. The Red Sox pitcher made his first start against the Yankees last weekend but made more headlines with what he said going into the game.
Betsy Jochum, Last Original Member of Women’s Baseball League, Dies at 104
Playing in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which inspired the film “A League of Their Own,” she won a batting title and stole 127 bases in 1944.
McCutchen passes Clemente on Pirates' HR list
Andrew McCutchen moved past Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente into third place on the Pirates' career home run list Wednesday when he blasted his 241st long ball in 12 seasons with the franchise.
Marlins to aid defaced Robinson, Miñoso mural
The Marlins are joining efforts with out groups in Miami to restore the defaced mural of baseball legends Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso in the city's Overtown neighborhood, which was marked with racist graffiti last week.
Brewers top prospect RHP Misiorowski to debut
The Brewers top pitching prospect, righthander Jacob Misiorowski, is set to make his major league debut Thursday against the Cardinals.
Royals place P Ragans (rotator cuff strain) on IL
The Royals have placed All-Star pitcher Cole Ragans back on the injured list with a left rotator cuff strain, and activated reliever Lucas Erceg ahead of Wednesday night's matchup with the Yankees.
Roman Anthony called up, Denzel Clarke's all-time great catch & Shohei pitches again
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. The Boston Red Sox are struggling and sure could use some help. That help might have been sitting in their farm system this whole time, and now the world is about to join the Red Sox in finding out.
Jac Caglianone hit Paul Skenes level card value, but what's next for him and Roman Anthony?
Caglianone and Anthony are the two darlings of the baseball card world right now, but volatility is likely.
Why is Red Sox rookie Roman Anthony such a big deal? And what type of player could he become?
Roman Anthony, baseball’s No. 1 prospect, is officially a big leaguer. After two months of speculation, fan base frustration and Triple-A moon shots, the Red Sox called up the 21-year-old outfielder on Monday.
Pope Leo XIV shows off his White Sox fandom at weekly general audience
Pope Leo XIV put his baseball fandom on full display Wednesday. He wore a White Sox hat as he arrived at the Vatican for his weekly general audience. .@Pontifex representing his favorite squad ???? pic.
Hot potato! Get rid of these imposters before it's too late
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at the current stats and passes judgment on which hot players need to go.
Anonymous MLB player thoughts are here. Plus: Breaking down the Orioles’ deadline strategy
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11th June 2025
How Detroit's $140 million man went from nearly off the roster to thriving
Months after hitting rock bottom, the Tigers' highest-paid player has rediscovered himself -- in a new role.
How the Orioles could approach the trade deadline, plus more MLB notes
Plus the Tigers' need for another right-handed bat, the Rockies' trade chips and more from around the league.
MLB players talk biggest misconceptions about travel and missing family events
We asked more than 130 MLB players: What is the biggest misconception about the lifestyle of a baseball player?.
'People suck, dude': MLB players on the impact of sports betting on fan interactions
We asked more than 130 MLB players: Has legalized sports betting changed how fans treat you or your teammates? The result was a landslide.
Robo-umps might be coming to MLB. Are players for or against them?
The robo-umps are coming, and the players have some thoughts — and concerns.
MLB players make it clear they don’t want to play for the A’s, but which managers, teams do they like?
We asked more than 100 players which opposing managers they would and wouldn’t want to play for and got their take on rival organizations.
Anonymous MLB player poll: Shohei Ohtani? Bobby Witt Jr.? Here’s who players love watching most
It is indeed June, which means it's once again time for The Athletic's annual MLB Player Poll.
Hard tag reignites Chisholm's feud with Garcia
The bad blood between the Yankees' Jazz Chisholm and the Royals' Maikel Garcia resurfaced Tuesday night when Chisholm left with a sore neck after an attempted tag from Garcia.
Soto stares down Gore after HR, helps Mets rally
Following a May slump that dropped his batting average to .224, Juan Soto has eight hits in his last four games. And when he homered Tuesday night, the Mets slugger stared down Nationals pitcher MacKenzie Gore a couple of times while rounding the bases.
Cards' Donovan exits early with toe discomfort
Cardinals utilityman Brendan Donovan is considered day to day after developing an issue with the big toe on his left foot in Tuesday night's loss.
'That was evaporated': Judge crushes 469-foot HR
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge crushed a 469-foot home run that nearly left Kauffman Stadium in the first inning Tuesday night, continuing his season-long ravaging of pitchers across baseball.
'North of zero' chance Ohtani pitches before ASG
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said there now is a "north of zero" chance Shohei Ohtani joins the team's rotation before the All-Star break, a sign of the strides the two-way star has made in his pitching rehab.
Top prospect Anthony's family cheers 1st MLB hit
It was a special day for the Red Sox's Roman Anthony, the No. 1 prospect in baseball who hit a two-run double and made a sliding catch with his family on hand at Fenway Park on Tuesday night in a 3-1 win over the Rays.
Phillies RHP Nola out 2 more weeks with rib injury
Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola has an injury in his right ribcage and will be shut down for two weeks.
White Sox call up prospect Taylor from Double-A
The White Sox called up right-handed pitching prospect Grant Taylor from Double-A Birmingham on Tuesday.
Stanton begins rehab stint with 2 hits, 3 RBIs
Giancarlo Stanton had two hits and three RBIs in his first rehab appearance for Double-A Somerset on Tuesday night.
