Tarik Skubal Traded to Dodgers, Boosting Fantasy Value
The Detroit Tigers shipped Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers before the trade deadline, a deal that elevates his fantasy outlook and strengthens the Dodgers’ World Series bid.
Aug 2, 2026
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Tabor Secures Third Straight District 6B Title in Thrilling Finale
Tabor edged Wynot 7-6 to claim its third consecutive District 6B amateur baseball championship, while neighboring squads also earned state tournament berths.
Aug 2, 2026
Yankees Eye Skubal Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Yankees are in serious trade talks with the Tigers for pitcher Tarik Skubal, a two‑time Cy Young winner, as the deadline looms and the Dodgers and Brewers loom as competitors.
Aug 2, 2026
Dodgers Lead Push for Tarik Skubal as Trade Talks Intensify
The Los Angeles Dodgers have emerged as the clear front-runners in the pursuit of Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, with the Yankees and Brewers also actively engaged. Skubal, a two‑time AL Cy Young Award winner, is set to become a free agent after this season and has posted a 2.87 ERA in nine starts since elbow surgery.
Aug 2, 2026
Hyannis Harbor Hawks Extend Winning Streak with 4-3 Victory Over Falmouth Commodores
The Hyannis Harbor Hawks secured their sixth consecutive win, overcoming a 2‑0 deficit to beat the Falmouth Commodores 4‑3. Key performances from Jax Gimenez, Clay Thompson and the pitching staff propelled the team to the top of the standings.
Aug 2, 2026
Harwich Mariners Fall to Chatham Anglers in Crucial Double‑Header Finale
The Harwich Mariners traveled to Chatham for the second game of their Saturday double‑header after a 5‑2 win over the Bourne Braves earlier in the day. Brady Bendik delivered six shutout innings, but the Anglers answered with six unanswered runs to win 7‑2, setting up a decisive showdown with the Brewster Whitecaps.
Aug 2, 2026
Astros Extend Winning Streak to Five with Thrilling Victory Over Rangers
The Astros secured a 5-4 win over Texas, fueled by a dominant relief effort and Alvarez's on-base prowess, moving 1.5 games ahead in the division
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Opens with Rain‑Soaked Inaugural Game in Springfield
The inaugural match of the Women's Professional Baseball League took place in Springfield, Illinois, under heavy rain, drawing a enthusiastic crowd and paying tribute to the league's past while looking toward a new future for women's baseball.
Aug 2, 2026
Women’s Professional Baseball League Opens with Rain‑Soaked Inaugural Game in Springfield
The debut match between the Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights attracted over 4,000 fans, showcasing a new era for women’s professional baseball.
Aug 2, 2026
Springfield Welcomes Inaugural Season of Women’s Pro Baseball League
Over 4,000 fans braved a weather delay to witness the first game of the Women’s Pro Baseball League, where 99‑year‑old Maybelle Blair threw a ceremonial pitch and stars like Ayami Sato and Mo’Ne Davis took the field.
Aug 2, 2026
Fargo Post 2 clinches 30th North Dakota American Legion title with walk‑off win
In a double‑elimination finale on August 1, 2026, Fargo Post 2 rallied in the bottom of the seventh to defeat West Fargo 4‑3, securing the state championship and extending its record to 30 titles.
Aug 2, 2026
Greg Shaw III Commits to South Carolina Baseball, Eyes National Title Run
South Carolina baseball secured a key addition in UConn pitcher Greg Shaw III, who aims to help the Gamecocks chase a championship after a federal court granted an additional year of eligibility to 2022 class athletes.
Aug 2, 2026
Vintage Baseball Club Brings 1864 Rules to Tennessee’s Parkers Crossroads
The inaugural game of the West Tennessee Vintage Baseball Club featured 1864‑era rules, a friendly contest between the Resolute of Jackson and Mountain City, and a crowd of locals soaking in a living piece of history.
Aug 2, 2026
Strange Mishaps Off the Field: MLB Players’ Unusual Injuries
A look at the oddball injuries that have sidelined MLB stars, from Harrison Bader’s scooter crash to Trevor Bauer’s drone repair.
Aug 2, 2026
Virginia Baseball Secures Extra Eligibility for Key Seniors Ahead of College World Series Run
Senior players Harrison Didawick and Kevin Jaxel receive an additional year of eligibility, strengthening a Virginia squad favored to compete in the College World Series under coach Chris Pollard.
Aug 2, 2026
Veteran Bullpen Catcher Arthur Figueiredo Swaps Cape Cod for Keystone College as Air Force Cadet Sam Hentges Eyes the Skies
Arthur Figueiredo, a 13‑year veteran of the Cape Cod Baseball League, is set to play college baseball at Keystone College after encouragement from Brewster manager Jamie Shevchik, while Air Force Academy cadet Sam Hentges pursues his dream of flying jets and a solo parachute jump.
Aug 1, 2026
Jaxson Torres Commits to Arizona State, Ends Football Career
17‑year‑old right‑hander Jaxson Torres, named Nassau Player of the Year, will join Arizona State’s baseball program after graduating, leaving behind a promising football career.
Aug 1, 2026
LSU Baseball Sets 2026 Fall Scrimmage slate
LSU will open its fall schedule on Oct. 31 against Samford in Biloxi, then host Troy and Southeastern Louisiana before the new season begins.
Aug 1, 2026
Logan Schmidt opts for LSU over MLB draft, spurning Cleveland Guardians
After being selected 59th overall by the Cleveland Guardians, Logan Schmidt decided to commit to LSU, forgoing a professional contract and a junior‑college detour. His decision underscores a growing trend of elite prospects investing in collegiate development before the big leagues.
Aug 1, 2026
Lincoln Little League clinches Rhode Island championship in dramatic 2-1 victory
Lincoln Little League defeated Barrington 2-1 in the state championship, highlighted by a complete-game performance from Tucker Choiniere and a decisive RBI from Hugo Fiero, propelling the team to the Metro Regional tournament in Connecticut.
Aug 1, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Pitching Rankings: Key Arms to Watch Ahead of Trade Deadline
The latest weekly fantasy baseball pitching rankings spotlight veteran Chris Sale’s Cy Young resurgence, Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler’s favorable schedule, and Phillies starter Jesus Luzardo’s upcoming matchups, while the trade deadline’s timing adds intrigue to roster moves.
Aug 1, 2026
Top Pitcher Logan Schmidt Chooses LSU Over MLB Draft, Citing Future Uncertainty
Logan Schmidt, the seventh‑ranked high school pitcher in the nation, announced his intent to play for LSU in 2027 rather than sign with the Cleveland Guardians, a decision shaped by MLB’s looming lockout and LSU’s track record of producing top draft talent.
Aug 1, 2026
Grand Island Fightin’ Cranes Eye 30th Win in Final Regular‑Season Showdown
With a spot in next week's championship series already secured, the Cranes look to finish the regular season with a 30th victory over the Sodbusters on Saturday night.
Aug 1, 2026
UNC Baseball and NC State Set for Fall Exhibition Clash at Durham Bulls Park
North Carolina’s 3-1 win in the inaugural matchup fuels anticipation for the upcoming exhibition, promising another exciting showdown at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Aug 1, 2026