Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard makes pitch for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum expansion

The Blue Jays have signed right-handed pitcher Connor Overton to a minor league contract after he was released by the Mets following a solid spring training. Overton, who made his MLB debut with the Jays in 2021, has a career 4.85 ERA in 59 1/3 major league innings but has excelled in Triple-A with a 3.87 ERA over 116 1/3 innings. The Jays are dealing with significant pitching depth issues due to injuries, prompting their...

Bob Costas has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by Baseball Digest, recognizing his significant contributions to Major League Baseball. This marks the fifth award presented, following honorees like Willie Mays and Vin Scully in previous years. Costas has hosted numerous high-profile MLB events and has been a longstanding figure at MLB Network; he expressed his deep connection to the game, emphasizing his hope to have made a meaningful impact throughout his career. Full Article

The Texas Rangers aim to avoid the competitive balance tax (CBT) in 2025, a strategy confirmed by owner Ray Davis. They launched their own regional sports network amidst financial uncertainties and signed several players, including Nathan Eovaldi and Joc Pederson, while maintaining a CBT status near the tax threshold. As they compete for a playoff spot, the Rangers must navigate player incentives, such as Tyler Mahle’s potential bonuses, which could push them over the line,...

This weekend, fantasy players should target hitters from the Reds, Athletics, and Tigers, with the Reds facing the Rockies' weak pitching staff. On the pitching side, Luis Severino is a recommended streamer, while players like Zach McKinstry and Kyle Manzardo are good add-ons for their favorable matchups. Conversely, avoid Marlins and Giants hitters against strong opposing pitchers, and consider Tommy Kahnle for saves and Luke Raley for steals, as both have favorable situations in their...

As the 2025 MLB season unfolds, today features a doubleheader in Kansas City between the Rockies and Royals, with Rockies' German Marquez facing Royals' Cole Ragans in the first game and rookie Chase Dollander against veteran Michael Lorenzen in the second. The Guardians are contemplating trading Triston McKenzie after designating him for assignment due to his struggles since 2022, while the Orioles aim to avoid a sweep in the Beltway Series against the Nationals, with...