As lockout looms, Braves’ Battery revenue surges while TV costs rise
Revenue from mixed-use development, including the Battery, the team’s real-estate project around its home stadium, was up 26 percent.
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Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage, once an AL Rookie of the Year favorite, lands on 15-day IL with knee inflammation
Trey Yesavage, who began the season on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement, landed on the 15-day IL on Wednesday, this time because of left knee inflammation that cut his Tuesday start short in Houston.
Our first look at new looks. Plus: Have you heard about the Lombard brothers?
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Astros SS Carlos Correa to resume swinging bat as he works back from torn ankle tendon
Houston Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters Wednesday that shortstop Carlos Correa has been cleared to resume swinging a bat. Correa has been sidelined since May 4 after suffering a torn tendon in his ankle.
Tarik Skubal debuts with Dodgers, George Lombard Jr. arrives in the Bronx & the red-hot Red Sox
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. The biggest get of the trade deadline season made his debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, with hopes that Tarik Skubal could end the mini-skid they had been on.
Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing dealing with 'partially torn UCL,' status unclear as postseason nears
There's a reason the Los Angeles Dodgers were so aggressive in their pursuit of two catchers at the trade deadline.
Pirates to release DH Marcell Ozuna: Reports
The Pittsburgh Pirates are going to release designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, per reports. Ozuna had been one of the franchise's marquee free-agent signings, but his play had not panned out over the course of the season.
Pirates release struggling DH Marcell Ozuna, their biggest offseason acquisition
The Pirates deepened their bullpen at the deadline but not its lineup, which was been hampered lack of production from Ozuna.
Mets announcer Keith Hernandez apologizes after saying team 'took out all the garbage' at trade deadline
Despite one of the highest payrolls in the sport, the New York Mets have played like … well … the New York Mets in 2026. With the team sputtering in the first half, the Mets engaged in a significant fire sale at the trade deadline, with eight major-league players being shipped out.
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Guardians announce they're contenders with busiest trade deadline in more than 25 years
Jo Adell and Nathaniel Lowe will provide some punch for a solid team that saw an opportunity in a wide-open American League and seized it.
Around the league, trade deadline fallout means debuts, new positions, and jobs lost
The Phillies’ game of musical chairs was the most notable and glaring of the various roster adjustments happening around the league.
MLB trade deadline superlatives: The best trades, biggest mistakes, weirdest deals and more
Handing out bests, worsts and other awards for the moves that were made at the recently completed MLB Trade Deadline.
MLB Power Rankings: The trade deadline is done — here's where things stand with your team
The trade deadline rearranged the entire baseball landscape. Let's take a look at where things stand now that the dust has settled.
On playoff-like night at Wrigley, Tarik Skubal was just mortal enough for a Cubs W
Chicago fans had plenty to cheer, especially when the Cubs broke through in the sixth against Skubal in his Dodgers debut.
Once anointed future face of the Angels, Logan O'Hoppe reflects on an unceremonious end
O'Hoppe says he has no ill will toward Angels interim GM John Mozeliak, who shipped him off to the Rangers for 19-year-old Angel Arredondo.
What MLB's wild trade deadline revealed: 7 takeaways, including the Dodgers' biggest threat
Here's what we learned from a one-of-a-kind trade deadline, with invaluable perspective from current and former team executives.
He never played in a playoff game. He helped his team reach the World Series
In 2014, Raul Ibanez hit .188 for the Kansas City Royals and did not appear in the playoffs. Yet teammates said he played a massive role.
Wrigley Field gives Tarik Skubal a taste of what's ahead for a Dodgers team playing the villain
CHICAGO —Before Tarik Skubal took the mound Tuesday for his much-anticipated debut in Dodger Blue, a plane flew over Wrigley Field during batting practice with a banner that read "THE DODGERS RUINED BASEBALL". That was just the beginning of his not-so-warm welcome to the "Friendly Confines.
The England World Cup-winning cricketer who tried his hand at baseball
Liam Plunkett took over 200 wickets for England across formats but, having moved to the U.S, found his skills transferable to baseball.
Freddy Peralta gives up 7 runs in debut with Rays as struggles on the mound continue
Freddy Peralta's first start with the Tampa Bay Rays did not go well on Tuesday. Peralta struggled in his first start with the franchise, just days after they landed him in a deal with the New York Mets.
Did the Dodgers ruin baseball? They say no, a banner says yes
“It just seems like there's always blowback with us,” Dodger manager Dave Roberts said.
George Lombard Jr. homered in his MLB debut. The ball landed in lucky fan's Yankees hat
Lombard lived up to the hype in a dream debut. His blast traveled 392 feet into the left-field stands, where a fan caught it with his hat.
George Lombard Jr. drills home run for first career hit in debut while leading Yankees past Cardinals
George Lombard Jr. wasted no time making his presence known in his debut with the New York Yankees. Lombard drilled a solo home run in the fifth inning of the Yankees' 2-0 win over the St.
Luis Arraez knocks RBI single, RBI double in debut while leading Phillies past Nationals
. The Philadelphia Phillies acquired second baseman Luis Arraez ahead of the MLB trade deadline on Monday. He wasted little time producing for his new team.
Phillies 2B Luiz Arraez knocks RBI single, RBI double in debut
The Philadelphia Phillies acquired second baseman Luis Arraez ahead of the MLB trade deadline on Monday. Arraez was put into the starting lineup Tuesday against the Washington Nationals, batting fourth and playing second.
Cubs, Javier Assad spoil Tarik Skubal's debut as Dodgers' bats go silent
Tarik Skubal was good in his Dodgers debut, but Javier Assad was better. The Chicago Cubs scored two runs off Skubal in six innings Tuesday in the ace’s first game since arriving at the trade deadline from the Detroit Tigers.
Dodgers vs. Cubs lineups, live updates, where to watch: Tarik Skubal makes debut with L.A. after blockbuster at MLB trade deadline
The Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are heading into Game 2 of a three-game series on Tuesday night, and all eyes will be on star ace Tarik Skubal, who will make his debut with L.A. after a blockbuster move ahead of this year's trade deadline.
Former No. 1 pick Mickey Moniak, Rockies agree to two-year extension
At long last, after seven seasons in the big leagues, Moniak has a long-term home.
Nationals add OF James Wood to IL due to oblique strain
The Washington Nationals are placing outfielder James Wood on the 10-day injured list due to a minor oblique strain, per manager Blake Butera. Wood played against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday and went 1-4 at the plate.
Angels designate Jorge Soler for assignment
The Angels hoped the deadline frenzy for right-handed outfielders would make Soler more attractive to suitors, but they didn't move him.
Angels DFA former All-Star, World Series MVP Jorge Soler
The Los Angeles Angels have designated Jorge Soler for assignment, according to multiple media reports, ending his time with the club. The transaction removes Soler from the 40-man roster, and the Angels have seven days to release him, trade him or place him on waivers.
With Adley Rutschman in the fold and confidence soaring, the sky's the limit for the 2026 Red Sox
Imagine a movie in which the main character gets taken out within the first five minutes and then for the next hour, you have to figure out the plot.
Why didn't the Brewers do more? Plus: Deadline winners and losers
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World Series odds: Dodgers, Red Sox, Cubs, Brewers move up after trade deadline
The Dodgers were the biggest movers in the trade deadline, which is a scary thought, but a few other contenders moved up in the odds.
After the trade deadline, these 9 young players appear primed for bigger roles
The trade deadline left some holes on selling teams' rosters. These nine players are in position to potentially fill those spots.
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The trade deadline has passed. Now what? We take your questions on what happens next
Leave your questions for our MLB mailbag on what comes next for these teams and players after the trade deadline.
Adley Rutschman deal showcases the opposite approaches of rival AL East execs
In the deal, the Orioles' Mike Elias abandoned today to play for tomorrow. Boston's Craig Breslow abandoned tomorrow to play for today.
Ranking the biggest MLB trade deadline deals — from Curtis Mead to Tarik Skubal
A whopping 42 deals were executed on deadline day, and a smattering of other deals before that. We ranked the biggest from worst to first.
He didn't get Tarik Skubal, but Cubs president Jed Hoyer still aced trade deadline
Hoyer landed the pitchers the Cubs needed in starters Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes and relievers Ryan Zeferjahn and Braxton Garrett.
Red Sox trade deadline implications: Adley Rutschman's offense, Franklin Arias' future
What are the biggest takeaways after Breslow got aggressive and acquired an All-Star catcher and dealt away Marcelo Mayer?.
Now the Dodgers are even better and more hated, and the world's a better place
After acquiring Tarik Skubal, the Dodgers are ripe for the ripping. This is not new. It’s tradition. Every sport needs an "Evil Empire.".
MLB trade deadline grades for all 30 teams: Dodgers, Tigers, Red Sox earn high marks
Seventeen teams were buyers. Two teams bought and sold. Eleven teams were sellers. How do their report cards look after the deadline?.
Kyle Tucker booed loudly in first return to Wrigley Field since joining Dodgers
Fans at Wrigley Field were not excited to see Kyle Tucker on Monday. Chicago Cubs fans hit their former outfielder with a long, loud chorus of boos when he stepped up to the plate for the first time.
MLB trade deadline 2026: Grading every team's deadline results, from an A+ for the Dodgers to an F+ for the Reds
With the 2026 MLB trade deadline in the rearview mirror, we've tallied up all the transactions. We've sorted out the winners and losers. We've ranked the top 50 trades that matter.
Yankees call up top prospect George Lombard Jr. after MLB trade deadline for Tuesday debut vs. Cardinals
The New York Yankees acquired some significant bats at the MLB trade deadline, then added another from their minor-league system. The club called up top prospect George Lombard Jr. from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday.
Yankees call up top prospect George Lombard Jr. after MLB trade deadline
The New York Yankees acquired some significant bats at the MLB trade deadline. They might be about to add one more from their minor-league system. The club is calling up top prospect George Lombard Jr.
Yankees promote George Lombard Jr., demote Anthony Volpe in major shift
The starting shortstop position has been an ongoing debate. Now, with the deadline in the rearview, the club may have found a solution.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman 'optimistic' Aaron Judge will return this season but acknowledges he might not
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he's optimistic Aaron Judge will return to baseball this season but acknowledged the chance he might not. Cashman discussed Judge while speaking with reporters after Monday's MLB trade deadline.
MLB trade deadline 2026: Ranking the Top 50 deals that went down before the buzzer
Another trade deadline has passed. As has become customary in recent years — particularly with the expanded postseason making it more difficult to distinguish who should be buying and selling — most MLB teams waited until the final 48 hours to ramp up their trade activity.
The Braves and others showed trade interest in Jacob deGrom. He opted to stay in Texas
The two-time Cy Young winner opted not to waive his no-trade clause, indicating his desire to win with the Rangers.
Luis García Jr. smashes homer in first game as a Yankee, but Cardinals win behind Alec Burleson's 3-HR night
The day after getting traded by the Washington Nationals, Luis García Jr. started his career as a New York Yankee on a strong note. García, who started for the Yankees at first base Monday against the St.
Luis García Jr. smashes go-ahead homer in first game since trade to Yankees
The day after getting traded by the Washington Nationals, Luis García Jr. started his career as a New York Yankee on a strong note. García, who started for the Yankees at first base for Monday’s game against the St.
MLB trade deadline winners and losers: Dodgers, Cubs and Padres all go big, while the Mets sell nearly a third of their roster
Another MLB trade deadline has come and gone, with every contender in MLB making some sort of addition at the expense of the teams embracing reality.
Tigers confirm retreat from playoff hunt, send No. 2 starter Casey Mize to Padres in deal that beats trade-deadline buzzer
The season after beating the rival Guardians in the wild-card round amid their second consecutive trip to the playoffs, the Detroit Tigers were hoping to build on their postseason success in 2026. Instead, they confirmed Monday that they are waving the white flag by trading their second All-Star pitcher in three days.
How did teams fare in Foster Griffin, Casey Mize, Heliot Ramos and Lars Nootbaar deals?
A breakdown of four trades in which the Guardians and Padres landed starting pitchers and the Yankees and Diamondbacks got outfield help.
Tarik Skubal doesn't 'sympathize' with those blaming Dodgers for ruining baseball after trading for him
Tarik Skubal doesn't think the Los Angeles Dodgers are ruining baseball. Not even close. "Every team could trade for me.
2026 MLB Trade Deadline reaction show: Skubal to Dodgers, Rutschman to Red Sox, Arráez to Phillies and more
Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-CastApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeThe 2026 MLB trade deadline has come and gone, and with teams all looking to load up their rosters for a postseason push, we saw quite a few surprises before the deadline hit 6 p.
Brewers’ Pat Murphy fires back after Dodgers land Skubal: ‘To say we didn’t try is simply incorrect’
The two-time reigning AL Cy Young Award winner ultimately landed in Los Angeles, but Milwaukee tried for the southpaw.
Padres-Tigers trade grades: San Diego adds another rental starter for postseason bid
The Padres and Tigers close out the trade deadline with a move that gives both teams something they can benefit from.
Reds-Guardians trade grades: Cleveland adds Lowe’s left-handed pop, Cincinnati gets raw prospect
The Reds acquired a 19-year-old pitcher with good numbers but some growing to do.
MLB trade deadline rankings: the winners, losers and snoozers
The Red Sox made a splash, the Mets blew it up, and the Dodgers got even better. Who won, and who lost?.
MLB trade deadline 2026: Team-by-team tracker; who's in and who's out for all 30 rosters
MLB's annual trade deadline has come and gone with more than 60 deals being completed. Need help making sense of where everyone's at now? Here's who's in and who's out for each of the 30 teams.Jump to a team by clicking on the links below:.
Cardinals-Diamondbacks trade grades: With Nootbaar deal, St. Louis rebuild keeps rolling
In Nootbaar, the Arizona Diamondbacks finally addressed a glaring need.
Dodgers option Emmet Sheehan to minors after trade deadline on heels of Tarik Skubal acquisition
The arrival of Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers made Emmet Sheehan expendable. A disastrous outing the day before the trade deadline appears to have sealed his fate. Manager Dave Roberts told reporters Monday that the Dodgers are optioning Sheehan to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
Twins land closer Jeff Hoffman from Blue Jays at the deadline amid rally after rough start to 2026
After a significant turnaround in recent weeks, Jeff Hoffman is headed back to Minneapolis. The Minnesota Twins reached a deal to acquire the reliever from the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of the deadline on Monday.
Guardians-Nationals trade grades: Cleveland earns rare A+ with Foster Griffin deal
The left-handed starter gives Cleveland a rotation worthy of a deep playoff run.
Which MLB teams are going for it after a pivotal trade deadline? Ranking all 30 teams
We've tracked each team's ambition through the trade deadline, looking at who's all-in on 2026 and who's hanging back for later.
Cubs-Mets trade grades: Chicago's rotation gets depth, impact in Clay Holmes
The Mets will receive a Top 100 prospect, infielder Jefferson Rojas, in the deal.
Cubs’ bold trade deadline strategy for pitching, outfield help comes with steep prospect price
The Cubs traded from the top of their preseason top-20 prospect list to acquire a starter, a reliever and a solid fourth outfielder.
Padres land Casey Mize in trade with Tigers, betting on former No. 1 pick’s breakout
Mize's career was slowed early by injuries, but he's been at his best the past two seasons when he's been healthy.
Yankees-Giants trade grades: Was Heliot Ramos worth New York's steep price?
That’s a very strong return for a player with limited upside like Ramos. But the Yankees definitely needed him.
Why are the Red Sox giving up on Marcelo Mayer?
Mayer still has a lot of potential, so it's surprising that Boston would part with him for Erik Miller, a reliever with control issues.
Bryce Harper moving back to RF to clear up Phillies' infield glut from Luis Arraez trade; Trea Turner staying put at SS despite struggles
The Philadelphia Phillies have one too many infieldersfollowing Monday's acquisition of second baseman Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants. So Bryce Harper is moving back to a familiar spot.
Diamondbacks to acquire Lars Nootbaar from the Cardinals
Nootbaar joins Arizona and leaves a Cardinals team that has been in rebuild mode since the offseason.
Twins acquire Blue Jays reliever Jeff Hoffman to aid postseason push
The Twins, who are trying to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2023, gave up Dasan Hill, John Klein and Dameury Pena for Hoffman.
Guardians add Foster Griffin, trading 4 minor leaguers to Nats to boost rotation
Foster Griffin was an All-Star for the upstart Nationals this season.
Astros-Blue Jays trade grades: Houston upgrades outfield with Varsho; Toronto get solid starter
Spencer Arrighetti is a solid back-end starter who will reach arbitration eligibility this offseason.
MLB trade analysis: How teams fared in the Dustin May, Luke Weaver and Robbie Ray deals
A look at deals that saw Dustin May, JoJo Romero, Luke Weaver and Robbie Ray find new homes.
Red Sox trade Marcelo Mayer to Giants for reliever Erik Miller
Erik Miller is 2-0 with a 2.76 ERA this season.
Brewers land reliever Antonio Senzatela from Rockies
Senzatela was a reliable starter for a decade for the Rockies, but made a successful move to the bullpen recently.
Yankees reportedly acquire Giants OF Heliot Ramos to fill injury-ravaged outfield
Injuries have not been kind to the New York Yankees' outfield, so they're bringing in some help at the MLB trade deadline.
Yankees add right-handed power bat in Heliot Ramos trade with Giants
For Ramos, New York sends two prospects to the Giants, pitcher Henry Lalane and shortstop Kaeden Kent, the son of Hall of Famer Jeff Kent.
Red Sox give up a haul to Orioles to land their new everyday catcher Adley Rutschman
The Orioles get back three high upside prospects for Rutschman, who has faded the last two seasons due to injuries.
MLB trade deadline: Mets send SP Clay Holmes, OF Tyrone Taylor to Cubs
The New York Mets traded starting pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor to the Chicago Cubs on Monday, per ESPN's Jeff Passan. New York will receive infielder Jefferson Rojas in return. Holmes has been on the 60-day IL since May 15 due to a fractured right fibula.
Cubs add another arm in deal with Mets for Clay Holmes and Tyrone Taylor
Cubs send infield prospect Jefferson Rojas, arguably their current top prospect, to the Mets.
With Dustin May, JoJo Romero, Brewers add October upside: MLB trade grades
To acquire the two pitchers, Milwaukee reached into its farm system and handed over two outfield prospects with a lot to dream on.
Astros finalizing deal to land Daulton Varsho ahead of deadline from Blue Jays for Spencer Arrighetti
Daulton Varsho is headed to Houston. The Astros are finalizing a deal to land the outfielder just ahead of the deadline on Monday afternoon, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. In return, the Toronto Blue Jays will pick up starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.
Astros land OF Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for SP Spencer Arrighetti ahead of deadline
Daulton Varsho is headed to Houston. The Astros reached a deal to land the outfielder just ahead of the MLB trade deadline on Monday . In return, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.
Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for Spencer Arrighetti
Houston will get much-needed outfield help, while the Blue Jays will land May's AL Pitcher of the Month, though he has struggled since.
Mets-Pirates trade grades: Luke Weaver bolsters Pittsburgh’s bullpen at a high price
That Weaver’s addition costs the Pirates Sammy Stafura, a well-regarded position-player prospect, will sting.
Marlins score big in Liam Hicks trade with Rays, nabbing Brayden Taylor, others
The Marlins did well in this deal, picking up three intriguing players for a bat-first catcher in Hicks.
Dodgers acquire Kris Bubic from Royals with October in mind: MLB trade grades
Los Angeles is on the hunt for just-in-case pitching depth as they look toward the postseason and Bubic fills that brief.
Red Sox-Orioles trade grades: Both teams win in bold Adley Rutschman deal
A much-needed big swing by the Red Sox means a big haul for the Orioles.
For Orioles, trading Adley Rutschman to the Red Sox represents the end of an underwhelming era — what did they get in return?
What a difference a few months make. On July 1, the Boston Red Sox were 37-48. The postseason felt like a dream. Their front office, led by beleaguered chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, was readying itself to sell at the deadline.
Brewers reportedly acquire SP Dustin May from rival Cardinals after missing out on Tarik Skubal
After missing out on Tarik Skubal, the Milwaukee Brewers have reportedly swung a deal to bolster their rotation. Per The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, the Brewers acquired veteran starter Dustin May and reliever JoJo Romero from the rival St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, hours before MLB's 6 p.
Bryce Harper returning to right field as Phillies shuffle infield post-Luis Arraez trade
The Phillies will move forward with Alec Bohm at first, Arraez at second and Bryson Stott at third, with Harper returning to the outfield.
Cubs acquire Braxton Garrett from Marlins as rotation building continues
Garrett has spent most of the year in Triple A after returning from Tommy John surgery, posting a 2.90 ERA in 77 2/3 innings at that level.
Rays send promising prospects to Marlins to net Liam Hicks: MLB trade grades
The Marlins acquired two of the Rays’ former first-round picks and a potential starter in the deal.
MLB trade deadline: Cubs reportedly acquire starter Braxton Garrett from Marlins
The Chicago Cubs had a clear focus ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline: starting pitching. One day after the team brought in veteran Kevin Gausman, the Cubs traded for Miami Marlins starter Braxton Garrett, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.
MLB trade deadline: Cubs acquire starter Braxton Garrett from Marlins
The Chicago Cubs had a clear focus ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline: starting pitching. One day after the team brought in veteran Kevin Gausman, the Cubs traded for Miami Marlins starter Braxton Garrett. Garrett, 28, has spent the majority of the 2026 season in the minors.
