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The New York Mets fell to the Milwaukee Brewers after a costly outfield misplay, while the league sees rest days, injury updates, and trade rumors swirling.
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The New York Mets fell to the Milwaukee Brewers after a costly outfield misplay, while the league sees rest days, injury updates, and trade rumors swirling.

After two seasons with the Atlanta Braves, veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco has inked a guaranteed $360,000 contract with the KBO’s LG Twins, swapping roles with reliever Yacksel Rios as the club eyes a fresh boost for the remainder of the season.

The Baltimore Orioles broke Boston’s 15‑game winning streak on Tuesday, powered by a dominant first inning and a stellar outing from starter Kyle Bradish.

Jim Jarvis delivered a game‑changing RBI double in the eighth inning, sparking a six‑run burst that secured a 7‑6 win over the San Diego Padres and highlighted his growing impact on the Braves.

Despite losing seven pitchers to the MLB Draft, Ole Miss has fortified its roster through the transfer portal, added a talented freshman class and is aiming to compete deep into June.

Top prospects delivered standout performances at the 2026 Futures Game in Philadelphia, offering scouts a glimpse of the next generation of baseball stars.

The 2026 MLB Draft brought five Cavaliers selections, including a top‑ten pick, while four draft‑eligible seniors will return for another season and eight transfer portal additions join the program.

From Ernie Koob’s 17‑inning scoreless tie to the Naylor brothers’ simultaneous homers, baseball’s annals are filled with moments that blend skill, drama, and historic significance.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw eight Ole Miss Rebels drafted, including two first‑round selections, prompting head coach Mike Bianco to bolster the roster with experienced transfers and a returning ace.

Fantasy baseball managers hunting for an edge in Week 16 are turning to the waiver wire for players who are delivering outsized production despite being owned in fewer than 25% of leagues. This week’s spotlight falls on a mix of everyday hitters, speed threats and under‑the‑radar arms who could reshape matchups.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw multiple Kentucky Wildcats players selected, creating both opportunity and challenge for the program.

The MLB draft saw Kentucky Wildcats players selected across multiple rounds, with Tyler Bell becoming the highest-ever pick for the program. Their departures create both opportunity and challenge for the team.

During an Atlanta Braves game on July 3, the organist played John Denver's "Country Roads" as first baseman Matt Olson prepared to bat. The crowd sang along before Olson launched a home run, creating a moment of shared joy that briefly united fans amid broader societal tensions.
The 2026 MLB draft saw Texas Tech’s Logan Hughes become the highest‑drafted player in school history, while a wave of Red Raiders talent heads to the pros.

The final day of the 2026 MLB Draft saw Kentucky right‑handers Nile Adcock and Connor Mattison drafted by the Atlanta Braves and Minnesota Twins respectively, while top prospect Grayson Willoughby withdrew to attend the University of Kentucky.

Five additional Ole Miss baseball players were chosen on the draft's second day, completing a haul of eight prospects and underscoring the program's rising talent pipeline.

Two Michigan State alumni, pitcher Nolan Higgins and outfielder Nick Williams, were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a streak of Spartans drafted in each of the past four years.

Wichita State’s baseball program celebrated a draft milestone as three of its top seniors were chosen by MLB teams, continuing a streak of consecutive selections that spans nearly five decades.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw center fielder Caleb Klein selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 15th round, capping a breakout year that included a .316 average, eight homers and 65 runs scored for the Redhawks.

AJ Curry, a No. 48 recruit by Perfect Game, decides to play for the University of Tennessee next spring instead of entering the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a Volunteers team that finished 38‑22 and earned a seventh straight postseason berth.

Wessley Roberson, a top hitting prospect from Brunswick, GA, was selected 115th overall by the Miami Marlins in the 2026 MLB Draft, joining three other LSU signees who were also drafted.

Nolan Higgins, a standout pitcher from Wixom, Michigan, was chosen by the Toronto Blue Jays after a collegiate career that included key performances in the Big Ten Tournament and multiple academic honors.

Duke’s baseball program has a storied past but limited modern draft success; this season’s outcomes underscore a transitional phase under new leadership while a former star lands a high‑profile deal.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw Ole Miss baseball standouts selected by major league clubs, underscoring the program's resurgence and its ripple effects on recruiting.