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Our latest intel on MLB trade deadline rumors, Soto's free agency and more
Which teams will go big at the deadline? Who could be a surprise suitor for Juan Soto? Here's everything our MLB insiders heard in Texas.
Regrading last year's MLB trade deadline deals
A lot can happen in a year. We look back at the biggest trades of 2023 and what they can teach us.
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AROUND THE DIAMOND
GEARING UP FOR THE SECOND HALF
It's time for the second half! Preview, rankings, playoff odds for all 30 MLB teams
Which teams will rule the homestretch? Here is everything you need to know coming out of the All-Star break.
The 10 trends that ruled MLB's first half
From the AL East battle to Paul Skenes' start, we break down the season's biggest themes so far.
MLB SCOREBOARD
25 future top athletes of the 21st century: Caitlin Clark, Justin Jefferson and more
SPORTS BETTING
Betting tens of thousands to win hundreds: Inside the wild world of 'No' bets
The risk of betting big to win little doesn't seem optimal, but putting money down on the 'No' has been gaining momentum.
SECOND HALF AWAITS
The second-half storylines to watch
Betting: Five plays to consider for the second half
Which players and teams offer betting value leading into the second half of the season?
ANOTHER SHORTSTOP RENAISSANCE
'I think the game is in great hands': Witt, Henderson lead new era of star shortstops
First-time All-Stars Bobby Witt Jr. and Gunnar Henderson impressed their veteran peers this week in Arlington, Texas.
Top 100 pro athletes of the 21st century: 1-100
TALKING TRADES
What teams are interested in trading for Garrett Crochet?
Top Headlines
- Cubs dismiss Suzuki's interpreter in third season
- Sources: Rockies' Condon gets record-tying bonus
- Nats starter Gray set for season-ending surgery
- Votto scratched from Jays' Triple-A rehab game
- Nats GM happy with progress despite seller status
- Dodgers, Ohtani open 2025 vs. Cubs in Tokyo
- Exec: A's plan to leave some Vegas funds on table
- Draft recap: Best picks for every team
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The 10 MLB storylines that have ruled 2024 so far
From the AL East battle to Paul Skenes' MLB start, we break down the season's biggest themes so far and what we should expect down the stretch.
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Where Paul Skenes' MLB career start ranks among the best ever
Seven innings of no-hit ball is just the latest feat by the Pirates' pitching phenom -- and NL All-Star starting pitcher.
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Handing out first-half grades for all 30 MLB teams
From the Phillies' dominant first half to the White Sox's abysmal start, we take a look at every club's performance so far this season.
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All-Star 2024: Why Paul Skenes' success is so good for baseball
Just 11 starts into his career, Skenes is among the best in MLB. This week, he showed he's ready for that spotlight.
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MLB franchise shortstop draft: Witt, Henderson or Seager No. 1?
Baseball's premier position is loaded with stars, so we asked our experts to select the one they'd build a franchise around.
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When, how will robot umps arrive in MLB? Latest on ABS plans
A memo sent to every major league team shed light on how baseball sees the future of automated strike zones.
