The automated ball-strike system (ABS) could arrive as soon as next season.
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred said Wednesday…
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Rockies beat Marlins for first series win of season
The Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 3-2 on Tuesday to win their first series of the season after also taking Monday’s opener.
Col…
What Does Tapping the Helmet Mean in Baseball?
In baseball, hand signals and gestures play an important role in communication, strategy, and celebration. One gesture that fans often notice is players tapping their helmets. While it may seem simple, this gesture can carry multiple meanings depending on the context of the game. Acknowledgment and Communication One of the most common reasons players tap…
Dodgers Sign Veteran Pitcher Jose Urena
The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed right-hander Jose Urena and he will join the team in L.A. Tuesday night, per Jon Heyman of the New York …
Judge, Ohtani hit homers in first inning of World Series rematch
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani became the first reigning MVPs to hit home r…
Braves lose Smith-Shawver to torn UCL
Braves rookie right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver has a torn UCL in his pitching elbow, the team said Friday.
Smith-Shawver left Thursday’s 5-4…
MLB Makes Historic Investment in Athletes Unlimited Softball League
Major League Baseball is making its first major foray into women’s professional sports, announcing a “strategic investment” in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL), a new women’s pro softball league set to launch on June 7. This marks MLB’s first significant partnership with a women’s professional league, underscoring the growing momentum and rising visibility of…
Vanderbilt earns No. 1 seed in NCAA baseball tournament
Vanderbilt, which gave up just three runs over three games in the SEC Tournament, was awarded the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament …
The Road to Omaha Begins: 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament Bracket Unveiled
The stage is officially set for the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament, as the full 64-team bracket was unveiled Monday afternoon. While the 16 regional host sites had already been announced, fans now know where each team will begin their journey toward Omaha, Nebraska and the College World Series. Each of the 16 regionals will run…
The Unsung Hero: What Is a Utilityman in Baseball?
In the world of baseball, where star players often dominate headlines with home runs and strikeouts, there’s another kind of player who brings immeasurable value to a team — the utilityman. What Is a Utilityman? A utilityman (or utility player) is a versatile athlete who can competently play multiple positions on the field. Unlike most…