MLB

Lineup production? Pitching? Biggest needs for contenders

Here's what some of baseball's best teams will be targeting this offseason and which players fit those needs. ... Continue Reading

FBI docs: MLB looked into Rose earlier than known

Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose in 1988 but suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents. ... Continue Reading

FBI docs: MLB's Rose investigation began in '88

Major League Baseball began investigating Pete Rose earlier than previously known and suspended its probe at the request of law enforcement, according to newly released documents. ... Continue Reading

Williams: 'Good situation' if Diaz returns as closer

The Mets remain interested in a reunion with Edwin Díaz, sources tell ESPN, but newly signed Devin Williams gives them a proven backup plan, which could dampen the Mets' willingness to meet Díaz's demands. ... Continue Reading

Pagán on re-signing with Reds: 'Easy choice'

Emilio Pagán said it was an 'easy choice' to remain with the Reds, even as he was exploring his options in free agency. ... Continue Reading

Washington joining Giants staff as infield coach

Former Angels manager Ron Washington is joining the Giants' coaching staff as infield coach, he confirmed on Thursday. ... Continue Reading

Gray: With BoSox, 'It's easy to hate the Yankees'

Sonny Gray, now with the Red Sox, says he is happy to be in "a place where it's easy to hate the Yankees." ... Continue Reading

↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves

We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades. ... Continue Reading

Mets claim Red Sox castoff Criswell from waivers

The Mets claimed right-hander Cooper Criswell off waivers from the Red Sox just one day after he was designated for assignment. ... Continue Reading

Pirates send Oviedo to Red Sox in 5-player deal

The Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pirates in a five-player trade that sent outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, also known as "The Password," to Pittsburgh. ... Continue Reading

A's say Vegas stadium on track for 2028 opening

The Athletics are on track to open their new Las Vegas stadium on time, officials said Thursday. ... Continue Reading

World Series hero Rojas returning to Dodgers

World Series hero Miguel Rojas will return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for what will constitute his final season in the major leagues, sources told ESPN on Wednesday. ... Continue Reading

Rockies hire Dodgers' Byrnes as general manager

The Colorado Rockies brought in Josh Byrnes from the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to become their general manager and turn around a floundering franchise. ... Continue Reading

Three free agents to invest in -- and three to avoid

Here are this winter's players to target and to be wary of, given their projected contracts. ... Continue Reading

An All-Star for All-Star swap? MLB trade proposals that would rock the offseason

Let's spice up the offseason with some blockbusters that we want to see in Orlando next week. ... Continue Reading