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After a two‑decade career marked by durability, two Cy Young Awards and championship success with the Houston Astros, Justin Verlander confirmed his retirement on social media, ending an era for both the club and the sport.
Baseball America's latest farm-system rankings highlight the Los Angeles Dodgers' depth, but the omission of James Tibbs III — a .975 OPS, 21-home-run standout — has sparked fan disappointment and trade chatter.
Ole Miss is overhauling its bullpen and rotation by adding experienced arms from the transfer portal, highlighted by left‑hander Sean Carey’s recent accolades and win over LSU.
An overview of the advanced statistics tracked by Statcast, including exit velocity thresholds, expected batting averages, spin efficiency and the fastest sprint bursts that are reshaping player evaluation.
Sophomore Ethan Porter earns a late-season invitation to the 2026 West Coast League All-Star Game after a standout season with the Corvallis Knights and a strong freshman year at Oregon State.
The newest entrants to the NFBC Elite are delivering eye‑catching stats, from hot‑streak hitters to relievers stepping into save roles, offering fantasy owners new options for roster construction.
Major League Baseball has announced a partnership with Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav, appointing him as an MLB Ambassador. The collaboration will see Yadav engage fans across both sports in India and the U.S., curate content, and appear during the upcoming All-Star week in Philadelphia, as MLB extends its broadcast agreement with JioStar.
The NFHS Board of Directors has green‑lighted a suite of safety‑focused amendments, including optional larger first bases, a new tiebreaker format, and expanded bat drop‑weight allowances, set to roll out across U.S. high school baseball over the next few years.
The Northwoods League’s 2026 All-Star celebrations feature a Home Run Challenge, a baseball showdown at the Field of Dreams, and the inaugural softball All-Star Game, all broadcast live.
High school students, a local baseball franchise and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are collaborating to prevent the extinction of the razorback sucker in the Colorado River, using science, community outreach and the sport’s platform to raise awareness.
A brief lull in the transfer portal has given way to on‑campus workouts, with coaches eyeing both high school prospects and experienced transfers.
On Saturday, July 11, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will open its doors for a complimentary program that blends storytelling, documentary screening, and hands‑on creativity, inviting the community to explore the rich narrative of Black baseball.
A rising sophomore from Oregon State, Ethan Porter, has been tapped as a late replacement for the 2026 West Coast League All-Star Game, bringing a hot streak and impressive statistics to the midsummer showcase in Victoria, British Columbia.
After a disputed Little League decision left the Monarch 12U baseball team with an unfair loss, the squad fights through the consolation bracket, aiming for two more wins to reach the state tournament.
All seven affiliates were active on Tuesday, featuring a 10‑inning win for Sacramento, a walk‑off homer for Richmond, and notable performances from rehabbing prospects.
A multi‑generational love of baseball fuels the Willits family’s journey, blending on‑field triumphs with off‑field camaraderie.
A late roster addition, Porter brings a .338 batting average and 19 RBIs to the All-Star showcase, set to be streamed on MLB platforms.
Baseball United appoints Roger Duthie, a seasoned sports marketing executive, as special adviser to drive its global growth, focusing on sponsorship acquisition and business development in emerging markets.
The newly formed Women's Professional Baseball League has revealed its first four clubs, each christened after influential women in the fight for equality. The league’s debut season will open in Springfield on August 1, featuring star athletes and tickets now on sale.
The new league reveals its first four clubs, each named for a trailblazing female figure, and outlines key players ahead of the August 1 debut.
Wake Forest University announced the hiring of Terry Rooney, whose extensive coaching career spans LSU, South Carolina and several other programs, to lead its baseball recruiting efforts.
The first season of the Women's Professional Baseball League will feature four teams named for pioneering women, with the Los Angeles Queens leading the charge.
USA Baseball will assume stewardship of the BBCOR standard in 2027, introducing a new certification that keeps performance standards intact while broadening bat drop‑weight options for high school athletes.
The 2026 MLB Draft and Futures Game will unfold over two days in Philadelphia, showcasing the sport’s most promising talent and airing on NBC and Peacock.