Rigged pitches or baseball strategy? What to know as Clase-Ortiz trial enters second week
Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face multiple charges in an alleged pitch-rigging scheme.
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9th November 2026
How do MLB players feel about the idea of a free agency deadline? We polled 100 to find out
Free-agency windows will be a talking point in the upcoming CBA negotiations. Would players be interested in an official deadline? We asked.
Mariners involved some players in team's managerial search: Sources
The Seattle Mariners’ search for a new manager was far from typical.
7th November 2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cody Bellinger collect first Platinum Gloves
The Cubs also took home the NL's Team Gold Glove, with the Blue Jays earning the honor for the American League.
MLB announces Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cody Bellinger as Platinum Glove winners in Friday night news dump
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cody Bellinger have won MLB's Platinum Glove awards, meant to honor the top overall defender in each league. It's unclear if the league actually wants people to know that.For reasons that remain clear only to MLB, the 2026 Platinum Gloves were announced at 11 p.
Get to know Teruaki Sato, which other Japanese players to keep an eye on and the Astros manager search
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeAs the offseason starts to get its feet underneath it, many within the baseball world are already looking forward to the future, and with the future comes new players to the league.
Five retired MLB umpires, including Joe West, file suit over alleged pension underpayments
The suit alleges that the retired umpires haven't received the appropriate pension payouts as promised under their retirement plan.
SNY hit with major layoffs, show cancellations; website dismantled: Sources
SNY, which broadcasts New York Mets games, has ended its website and canceled "Baseball Night in New York" and "Sportsnite.".
6th November 2026
MLB's last lockout sparked a free-agent rush. This offseason could follow the same script
Before MLB's last lockout, 21 of our top 30 free agents signed. There's reason to think that could happen again.
The Hall of Fame's Contemporary Era ballot is loaded. Here are 5 things to watch
It’s a ballot of four former managers, three team-building executives and one owner. Each has a legitimate case. Here's what we're watching.
Ty France once wondered 'Why can't I do it anymore?' Now, he's a coveted free agent
While there is mutual interest in a reunion with the Padres, France also plans to explore other possibilities.
As lockout looms, MLB agents set aside rivalries to unite against salary cap
With MLB labor unrest brewing, a number of agents are incensed by the way commissioner Rob Manfred is guiding the negotiating process.
Ranking MLB trade deadline deals post-World Series: Freddy Peralta jumps Tarik Skubal for No. 1
Tarik Skubal was the biggest and best player dealt at the deadline back in August. Over two months later, that's not necessarily the case.
Pitches within scope of Guardians' scouting report, catcher testifies in pitch-rigging trial
Testifying for the defense, former Guardians catcher Bo Naylor called low-and-away offerings "a pretty good pitch to have as a weapon.".
2026 Silver Slugger: Shohei Ohtani, Mike Trout, Junior Caminero among finalists for batting award
The finalists for the 2026 Silver Slugger awards are out, with many of the league's stars in the running to earn the batting honors this offseason.The award is voted on by MLB managers and coaches, who vote for the best hitters across the league by position (though not on their own teams).
Which sports figures won or lost in the midterm elections? Tracking 7 big names
Ex-NFL player Colin Allred returned to the U.S. House, while former broadcaster Michele Tafoya lost a Senate race in Minnesota.
Blue Jays distance themselves from OF Anthony Santander's anti-Islam Instagram posts
The Toronto Blue Jays released a statement Thursday distancing the club from a pair of anti-Islam Instagram posts from outfielder Anthony Santander.
Blue Jays distance themselves from Anthony Santander’s Islamophobic Instagram story
Santander’s Instagram story, which referenced Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, was removed Thursday morning.
MLB Silver Slugger finalists: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Yordan Alvarez among nominees
Introduced in 1980, the Silver Slugger honors the best offensive player at each position, as well as the best teams.
Manager who never managed. Plus: Eight players get QOs
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5th November 2026
Everything you need to know about the MLB lockout, plus LIV's second demise
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Burn the boats! Why a 500-year-old myth became a rallying cry for sports teams
“Motivation isn't just about how much you want something,” a professor wrote. “It's also about whether you believe you have other options.”.
Top 40 MLB free agents: Tarik Skubal headlines class light on star power
Consider this your landing page for the 2026-27 MLB offseason.
MLB pitch-rigging trial: Attorneys for Guardians' Clase, Ortiz say players were exploited
Prosecutors called the pitchers "cheaters" who told bettors "exactly what was going to happen.".
Who is Teruaki Sato? Introducing the next NPB star ready to make the jump to MLB
What used to be something of a novelty has become an annual undertaking.
Free agent power rankings, qualifying offer candidates & the Mariners hire a new manager
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeThe Major League Baseball offseason is officially underway.
Albert Pujols to reportedly interview for Astros' managerial opening
One of the greatest MLB players of the previous era will interview for another open managerial job. St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols will reportedly meet with the Houston Astros to discuss the team's managerial vacancy, according to The Athletic.
As MLB heads toward lockout, Braves tout record revenue but sidestep labor questions
Atlanta’s third-quarter revenue in 2026 was a record, up 4 percent from the year prior. But going forward, the lockout makes things murky.
MLB reverses decision, will keep airing long-running 'Intentional Talk' TV show: Sources
Last month, the league announced the popular MLB Network studio show would be ending. After review, the league flipped that decision.
Athletics hiring Brewers' Cam Castro as general manager: Sources
The Athletics are building a new-look front office after recently hiring Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations.
A's reportedly hiring Brewers VP of player development, performance Cam Castro to be GM under Taylor Smith
The World Series champion Milwaukee Brewers are littered with intriguing young players, from the flame-throwing Jacob Misiorowski to the do-it-all Jackson Chourio.
4th November 2026
What will Tarik Skubal and other MLB free agents make this offseason?
As free agency begins, let’s take a data-based look at what a reasonable contract looks like for the major names on the market.
Key dates in the MLB offseason, as a potential lockout looms
A month of awards and a lively free agent season could await before the lockout begins.
Which sports figures won or lost in the midterm elections? Tracking 7 big names
Ex-NFL player Colin Allred returned to the U.S. House, while former broadcaster Michele Tafoya lost a Senate race in Minnesota.
Jury selected in pitch-rigging trial of Guardians' Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz
Prospective jurors were questioned on sports betting, with several acknowledging they're bettors. More than 100 jurors were excused.
Brewers manager Pat Murphy says he called Yankees GM Brian Cashman to 'explain' profane comment after World Series
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy appears to have one thing he regrets after a World Series-winning October.
Top 7 candidates to be traded this MLB offseason, from Drew Rasmussen to Teoscar Hernandez
The offseason is young. The stove is hardly hot. The Brewers are barely sober.
MLB offers to delay salary cap until 2028, shifts cap numbers in bid to win over players
The league proposed postponing introduction of a salary cap — which the union opposes on any timeline — to allow time for implementation.
Mariners hire Jason Kanzler, an outside-the-box choice, as new manager
Kanzler most recently served as the Chicago Cubs' director of player development and has no managerial experience.
Mariners hire Cubs' director of player development Jason Kanzler as next manager
The Seattle Mariners are betting on a burgeoning baseball mind in 36-year-old Jason Kanzler.Kanzler, who most recently served as the Chicago Cubs' director of player development, will be the Mariners' next manager, the club announced Tuesday.
Mariners reportedly hiring Cubs' director of player development Jason Kanzler as next manager
The Seattle Mariners are reportedly betting on a burgeoning baseball mind in 36-year-old Jason Kanzler.Kanzler is set to become the Mariners’ next manager, according tomultiple reports Tuesday.This story is being updated.
3rd November 2026
After Kimi Antonelli’s record-breaking season, what were other sporting greats achieving at 20?
The young Italian’s rise in Formula 1 has been rapid, but he isn't the only athlete to achieve great things at such a young age.
How the MLB lockout could impact baseball cards: Staff and industry experts weigh in
The looming MLB lockout could have major implications for the baseball card world. Here are nine perspectives on what may come.
A salute to the great 8 on the Hall of Fame's Contemporary Baseball Era ballot
This is a ballot for the leaders: four managers, two GMs, an owner and a league president, all with winning pedigrees. Who will be elected?.
Biggest offseason needs for all 30 MLB teams for the 2026-27 offseason
The MLB offseason has officially begun, and these are the biggest needs for each team as free agency opens and trade talks begin.
The Angels are on the cusp of a renaissance. Their first calls could send a message
The best way for the Angels to send a warning shot to MLB would be to lure away the architect of one of the World Series participants.
Giants reduce to 40 players after purging 9 more, including José Buttó and Tristan Beck
There will be more trims coming as San Francisco will need to create roster room to sign free agents.
MLB awards watch: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Yordan Alvarez headline BBWAA ballots
MLB has announced the finalists for each of the 10 awards that are voted on by the BBWAA, including MVP and Cy Young.
MLB finalists for MVP, Cy Young Awards, others include Jacob Misiorowski, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Yordan Alvarez
MLB announced the finalists for its major awards on Monday, featuring the top three vote-getters for each of its end-of-season individual honors. The awards are voted on by the Baseball Writers' Association of America and include three finalists for each award in each league.
Mariners' Randy Arozarena, Cubs' Seiya Suzuki among 8 players receiving $23.15 million qualifying offers
Eight MLB players received qualifying offers on Monday. The one-year offers are worth $23.15 million. Players must decide whether to accept the offer by Nov.
Randy Arozarena, David Bednar among 8 MLB players to receive qualifying offer
Players who receive the qualifying offer have until Nov. 17 to accept it and remain with their previous team.
Brian Sabean discusses Hall of Fame ballot, Yankees role ending, Giants return possibility
Would he be open to another advisory stint in San Francisco? "You never know," Sabean said. "I'd certainly answer the call.".
Brewers celebrate first World Series in Milwaukee, postseason main character recap & new GMs hired
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeTo the victor go the spoils, and the fans of the Milwaukee Brewers were ready to shower their baseball team with a hero’s welcome this past Friday for the first championship parade in franchise history.
Nine (!) Gold Glove newbies. Plus: An 85-year-old's viral card shop
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Posted NPB, KBO players reportedly must sign before current MLB CBA expires on Dec. 1
The 2026 MLB postseason just ended, and now everyone is looking ahead to Dec. 1, 2026.On that date, the Collective Bargaining Agreement ends, and a lockout between players and ownership is expected to begin.
Dusty Baker, Bruce Bochy headline Hall of Fame’s Contemporary Era Ballot
The committee will also consider Brian Sabean, Lou Piniella, Bill White, Sandy Alderson, Joe Maddon and Ted Turner in December.
2nd November 2026
Ten years later, reflecting on the Cubs' World Series and The Athletic's beginning
Game 7 was baseball heaven, and the first historic sports moment covered by The Athletic. A moment that will last forever.
Top MLB free agents for the 2026-27 offseason: Tarik Skubal leads a shallow class
This year's free-agent class thins out pretty quickly, with few quality hitters on the market.
The little baseball card shop that became a viral sensation, one $5 grab bag at a time
Kenney Ware, 85, ran a sleepy card shop in New Hampshire. Then some content creators stopped by, and his shop suddenly became a destination.
Japanese players, posted as MLB lockout looms, face tight signing timeline: Sources
Infielder Teruaki Sato won't be permitted to maximize his negotiating window the way outfielder Seiya Suzuki did.
2026 Gold Glove Award winners: Red Sox, D-Backs and Pete Crow-Armstrong lead way
This year's Gold Glove Award winners included nine first-time selections, one rookie and three each from Boston and Arizona.
2026 Gold Glove Awards: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Jackson Chourio, Alex Bregman take the honor alongside several first-time winners
With the 2026 MLB postseason coming to an end, awards season is underway. On Sunday, MLB announced the 20 winners of the Gold Glove Awards, with a number of big names and new faces taking home some hardware.
Jerry Koosman, on the mound when the Miracle Mets won 1969 World Series, dies at 83
Koosman was a two-time All-Star and clinched the team's first World Series championship with a complete game at Shea Stadium.
Jerry Koosman, Who Helped the Miracle Mets Win the World Series, Has Died
A two-time All Star, in 1969 he joined with Tom Seaver in a pitching combo that propelled the team to an astonishing season.
1st November 2026
Ex-Angels employee appeals his conviction for role in Tyler Skaggs' death
The basis for Kay's appeal is ineffective assistance of counsel, and that a government witness lied under oath, depriving him of his rights.
The numbers don't lie — being an MLB first baseman is incredibly hard
In an era defined by advanced analytics and wins on the margins, teams have persisted with sticking anyone at first. That's not always good.
Yankees ditch former MLB GMs Omar Minaya and Brian Sabean, shaking up front-office staff
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is shaking up the team's front office after a second-place finish in the American League East and losing a three-game sweep to the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL division series.
31st October 2026
Astros hire Randy Flores as new GM, replacing Dana Brown
The Houston Astros have found a new general manager: The team announced Friday it is hiring Randy Flores to fill the position. Flores, 51, will become the 15th GM in the franchise's history after a decade with the St. Louis Cardinals' front office.
Mariners reportedly hire CJ Gillman as hitting coach before settling on new manager
The Seattle Mariners haven't chosen a manager for next season yet, but the team has hired a hitting coach for whoever will be the new skipper. CJ Gillman is returning to the organization as the Mariners' hitting coach, The Athletic reports.
Astros hire Cardinals exec Randy Flores as next general manager
Matt Kleine, a longtime Brewers executive, looked like the frontrunner for the job. The Astros pivoted, and went with a former MLB reliever.
The 2026 season was weird. Plus: GIF of the Year!
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Brewers celebrate World Series title with downtown parade, drawing turnout larger than population of Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Brewers' World Series celebrations continued Friday as the team held its championship parade. We can safely say some people came in from out of town to join them.
Brewers celebrate World Series title with parade through downtown Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Brewers' World Series celebrations continue on Friday as the team holds its championship parade.To ensure students don't miss out on the memorable day, Milwaukee Public Schools announced that all schools and district offices are closed.
30th October 2026
How the Brewers' Pat Murphy, with humor and humanity, evolved into a World Series champion
The humor is not for show. With Murphy — from pregame press briefings to player conversations — there is always purpose to the prose.
A glasses lens, a bat and a hoodie become history: When the World Series ends, the Hall of Fame gets to work
Baseball history doesn't collect itself. When a memorable moment occurs, staffers at the Baseball Hall of Fame spring into action.
Rigged pitches, coded messages and competing defenses: Your guide to the upcoming Clase-Ortiz trial
A trial with little precedent in baseball history begins in early November, with wide implications for MLB and its future with betting.
Can the Brewers become a small-market dynasty?
The Brewers’ top homegrown position players are all under club control for at least a couple of years.
How to watch Milwaukee Brewers' World Series parade: Time, TV info for first-time champs
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrate their first World Series title this Friday. Here's how to catch the action on TV and streaming.
2-time All-Star Bo Bichette reportedly opting in for $42M to return to Mets in 2027
Bo Bichette is ready to run it back with the New York Mets. The two-time All-Star infielder intends to exercise a $42 million player option to return to the Mets for the 2027 season, The Athletic reports.
Bo Bichette to exercise $42 million player option to stay with Mets: Sources
Bichette started slow in his first season with the Mets in 2026 but ultimately produced closer to his career numbers.
Tatsuya Imai reportedly will exercise player option, return to Astros after rocky first season in MLB
This season with the Houston Astros, right-handed Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai showed glimpses of what made him so special in Nippon Professional Baseball, a league where he became a three-time All-Star.
Pitcher Michael King opts out of contract, $61 million with Padres for free agency
Starting pitcher Michael King opted out of his $32 million player option for 2027 with the San Diego Padres and will become a free agent, according to reports.
Brewers defeat the Rays in the World Series, win their first championship in franchise history
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeFor the first time in franchise history, the Milwaukee Brewers are officially champions of baseball.
In first trade of MLB offseason, Red Sox deal Nate Eaton to Athletics
Eaton hit .160 in 24 games for the Red Sox in 2026. Boston gets 18-year-old minor-league right-hander Jareth Rayo in return.
Finally, our first-time champ. How the Brewers made history
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Brewers manager Pat Murphy takes jab at Yankees in viral moment after World Series win
Murphy ribbed pending free agent Jake Bauers about potentially joining “that horses--- Yankees team” in a postgame conversation.
Brewers exec Matt Kleine emerges as focus of Astros GM search: Sources
Matt Kleine has spent the past 19 seasons in Milwaukee’s organization.
29th October 2026
World Series 2026: Brewers manager Pat Murphy rips Yankees while being given the baseball from the last out
The 2026 World Series was a long time coming for Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy.
Brewers parade to celebrate 2026 World Series title set for Friday
Milwaukee will get its first sports championship-related parade since 2021 on Friday when the Brewers celebrate their 2026 World Series title.
The Brewers, World Series champs at last, won it all by staying true to themselves
The Brewers’ World Series title is a fitting outcome for a franchise that marches to its own beat.
The Brewers' playoff run to first World Series title was dominant in so many ways
Did you notice how the Brewers squashed everyone in their path on the way to the championship? Here's a deep dive on their dominant run.
Joyous Brewers fans turn American Family Field into World Series party: 'This has been special'
From inside American Family Field, roughly 31,000 Brewers fans relished a moment a lifetime in the making.
All-Playoff team: Contreras, Díaz, Ramírez stand out alongside Rasmussen, King and Williams
The list is chock full of Brewers and Rays but plenty of stars from the postseason's other teams made indelible impressions.
This Week in Sports Trivia: Oct. 29, 2026
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
An inevitable first-time champion, plus NFL zombies
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Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski digs deep for a gem to cap marvelous month, season for the ages
In his final 12 starts — from Aug. 15 to the end of the World Series — Misiorowski was 7-0 with a 1.93 ERA and the Brewers won every time.
The Rays stumbled in the World Series. But could their best days still be ahead?
Despite losing the World Series, in both on-field and off-field areas the Rays appear to be entering a strong time for their franchise.
Brewers stalwarts Christian Yelich, Brandon Woodruff savor long-awaited title
The Brewers' top leaders paved the way for a World Series breakthrough. As Woodruff said of Yelich, "It's all genuine. There's no bullcrap.".
For long-suffering Brewers fans, a World Series of life and death, grief and joy
Brandon Woodruff held the World Series trophy and told fans, "I know it means the world to you.” For some, the memories are bittersweet.
Your guide to MLB's coming lockout: Why it's happening, whether games will be lost, and when baseball will be back
Will MLB lose games in 2027? How far apart are the league and the union? And what are they actually fighting over?.
