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Mets third‑baseman Brett Baty, shifted to right field for a rest day, misjudged a fly ball that allowed two runs to score, contributing to a 4‑3 loss that deepened the club’s Wild Card deficit.
Major League Baseball sees fastball velocities hit historic highs, driven by advanced training and biomechanics, reshaping how pitchers and batters approach the game.
The University of Georgia announced that 13 of its baseball players were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, the most ever for the Bulldogs, highlighting a season that included an SEC title, a College World Series berth and a school‑record 53 wins.
Two Maryland standouts were drafted this year, with Williams joining the Chicago Cubs and Martin signing with the Toronto Blue Jays, while Coach Matt Swope looks to rebuild the program after a challenging season.
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 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.
The 2026 MLB Draft highlights Texas A&M’s offensive trio, led by Gavin Grahovac’s 81st‑overall selection by the Los Angeles Angels and his impressive statistical turnaround.
A deep dive into the latest relief pitcher performances, highlighting breakout arms, struggling closers, and strategic moves that will shape fantasy baseball decisions.
Luke McGrath’s 28‑inning, 28‑strikeout season earned him an 18th‑round pick by the Cubs, while incoming freshman Lee Garris was taken in the 13th round by the Yankees.
Five Alabama baseball standouts hear their names called in the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the program’s depth and future prospects.
A look at the eight University of Minnesota baseball players selected on the second day of the 2026 MLB Draft, their teams, and the program’s ongoing legacy of producing major‑league talent.
On the last day of the 2026 MLB Draft, the University of Georgia celebrated a record‑breaking haul of 13 picks, highlighted by standout performances from pitchers and position players alike.
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.
Despite a standout high school career and a top‑100 ranking, pitcher Landon Thiel was not selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. He now looks ahead to recovery and college baseball at Ohio State.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw six Tennessee players drafted, highlighted by first‑round pitcher Tegan Kuhns and late‑round picks Jake McCoy and Andrew Duncan, while prospects such as Henry Ford and Bo Rhuby signed with major‑league clubs.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw five Tennessee prospects selected, alongside two high school signees, while several other recruits opted for college.
The Chicago Cubs selected Dylan Blomker, a highly touted but unranked pitcher from New Mexico, in the fifth round of the MLB draft, a move that could reshape their pitching depth.
Evan Blanco, a Tennessee right‑hander, was selected by the Athletics in the 13th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, highlighting the Vols' strong pitching pipeline.
Tennessee’s left‑handed reliever Brandon Arvidson was selected by the Chicago Cubs with the 367th overall pick in the 12th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a collegiate career that saw him excel both as a starter and a bridge‑hand in the Vols’ bullpen.
The Chicago Cubs selected Maryland right‑hander Lance Williams in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a standout season that saw 69 strikeouts and dominant performances against Rutgers and Penn State.
The Chicago Cubs selected LSU pitcher Dylan Blomker with the 159th overall pick, a slot valued at $441,300, continuing a pipeline of Louisiana talent.
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.
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.
Detroit Tigers right‑hander Tarik Skubal has been vocal about the spark that teammate Dillon Dingler brings to the clubhouse, especially during spring training sessions where Dingler’s pitch‑calling creativity stands out. Dingler, a catcher with a keen eye for hitters’ tendencies, explains that his game‑calling philosophy hinges on adaptability — tailoring each sequence to exploit a batter’s strengths while keeping the opposition guessing. In his latest outing against the Oakland Athletics, Skubal showcased a razor‑sharp changeup that not only baffled hitters but also underscored his command of secondary pitches, a factor that has become a cornerstone of his recent success. The performance coincided with a strong start from rookie infielder Joshua Kuroda‑Grauer, who has quickly earned a reputation for simplicity and relentless work ethic in the Athletics’ farm system. The piece also revisits a lesser‑known statistic: only three pitchers in baseball history have started five All‑Star games — Lefty Gomez, Don Drysdale, and Robin Roberts — highlighting a lineage of excellence that modern players continue to chase. On the international stage, the KBO’s Samsung Lions secured the services of veteran left‑hander Chris Paddack for the remainder of the season, a move that could reshape the league’s competitive balance. Baseball history will also be front and center at the upcoming SABR convention, where Bob Kendrick, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, is slated to deliver a keynote address celebrating the sport’s diverse heritage. The recent passing of former Minnesota Twins star Darrell Jackson, left‑hander Al Holland, and right‑hander Phil Regan serves as a reminder of the game’s evolving narrative and the indelible marks left by its pioneers. Japanese phenoms Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Masataka Yoshida continue to dominate discussions, with Yamamoto praised for his consistency and athleticism, while Yoshida’s clutch hitting and solid bat‑to‑ball skills have made him a reliable presence in high‑pressure moments. Comparisons abound for players like Kensuke Kondoh, whose power swing mirrors Yoshida’s, and Haruto Takahashi, whose NPB performances for the Hanshin Tigers have drawn attention from scouts worldwide. Across the Pacific, Forrest Whitley’s strikeout prowess for the Tokyo Yomiuri Giants, Carson McCusker’s contributions to the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles, and Riley Thompson’s KBO leading strikeout rate illustrate the depth of talent emerging from foreign leagues. Domestic prospects such as Seth Beer in the Mexican League, Curtis Mead’s potential highlighted by Blake Butera, and Alex Binelas’s steady output for the Reading Fightin Phils further enrich the talent pipeline. Minor league leaders like Manuel Pena, who tops home‑run charts, and Connor Oliver’s consistent performances for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ affiliates underscore the depth of development programs that feed the major leagues.