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The newly formed Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) opens its first season in Springfield, Illinois, featuring franchises from Boston, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, with games streamed on ESPN Select and the league’s YouTube channel.
Despite a public firing, veteran analyst Karl Ravech remains on ESPN's baseball coverage, highlighted by a new collage featuring him alongside former player Doug Glanville at the MLB All-Star Game.
The Grand Island Fightin’ Cranes defeated the Salina Sliders 6-5 on Thursday, a win that keeps them in contention for the Diamond Baseball League’s top spot with only two games left in the season.
The American Legion baseball postseason kicks off Saturday, featuring Class B Divisional Tournaments and a Class C State Tournament in a double‑elimination format.
The Dover 12U Cal Ripken baseball squad, guided by Coach Mike Lynch, earned an at‑large invitation to the 12U Cal Ripken World Series in Branson, Missouri, following a heartbreaking loss that sealed their New England Regional run.
The new Women’s Professional Baseball League begins its first season in Springfield, Illinois, featuring teams from Boston, New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, and aiming to revive professional women’s baseball in the United States.
A total of 15,710 spectators attended the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup Group Rockford, a milestone that not only highlighted the growth of women’s baseball but also delivered significant economic benefits to Rockford, Illinois.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are leading the NL West and positioning themselves as baseball's premier antagonists, blending high‑profile signings with a bold narrative while navigating labor uncertainties and injury setbacks.
The San Francisco Giants defeated the San Diego Padres 4-1 on July 30, 2026, in San Diego, with key contributions from Rafael Devers, Luis Arraez and Christian Koss.
A modest revival is stirring in American Legion baseball, centered around Bill Priatko, a 94‑year‑old who bridges professional football history and grassroots community sport in Pennsylvania.
In his newly released memoir, Stanford professor emeritus William B. Gould IV reflects on a career that intersected with landmark labor disputes, civil‑rights victories, and the stories of his enslaved ancestor, offering a roadmap for a new generation of workers.
Four Central California squads travel to the Cal Ripken World Series, bringing state pride and international competition to Virginia and Missouri.
A late‑inning collapse on a failed double play allowed the Cincinnati Reds to pull ahead, with reliever Emilio Pagán sealing the victory.
Roki Sasaki was removed in the sixth inning of a July 30, 2026 game against the Seattle Mariners after allowing a run, a move made by manager Dave Roberts.
The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a 6-2 win over the Seattle Mariners, highlighted by early scoring, a strong performance from rookie pitcher Roki Sasaki, and the absence of Shohei Ohtani due to knee soreness.
Walt Jones, a standout pitcher from Ashdown, Arkansas, is moving to Kansas to join a top collegiate baseball program, a move that has his community cheering and eyes turned toward his future in the sport.
Eight teams vie for the 98th Wisconsin State American Legion Baseball title, with Marshfield’s Post 54 reaching the tournament for the first time in a decade, supported by MLB alumni and local upgrades.
Thursday's fantasy baseball slate delivered a mix of dominant performances and surprising developments, from velocity gains to injury concerns, offering valuable insights for lineup decisions.
The West Point U12 squad lost a close 5-4 decision to East Side, with standout performances from Carter Finley and Kaden Kriger.
During a July 30, 2026 game, Andy Pages of the Los Angeles Dodgers collided with Tommy Edman of the Seattle Mariners as Mookie Betts drove in a run, a moment that sparked discussion across the league.
The Rochester Redhawks began their campaign with a commanding 9‑0 win over Tri City Maroon, driven by strong pitching from Gavin Werneburg and timely hits from John Mueller and Jack Ryan. However, a 12‑hit effort wasn’t enough in an 8‑5 loss to Excelsior, setting the stage for a Friday showdown with Edina at Mueller Park.
The Boston Red Sox will meet the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, August 2, in a high‑stakes interleague game broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
The Wildcats’ 2027 schedule, released this week, outlines 18 conference games, beginning with a three‑game series at Purdue and culminating in a home showdown with Minnesota. The slate includes contests against Illinois, UCLA, Ohio State and other Big Ten powerhouses.
From the first Little League team in 1951 to a current push for the Babe Ruth World Series, Reedsburg’s baseball tradition fuels community pride and a shot at national glory.