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The 2026 season has produced the lowest league batting average since 1968, a downturn that persists despite extensive rule modifications and a new wave of high‑velocity pitching.
The Mets' blockbuster acquisition of Juan Soto and both teams' unprecedented payrolls have transformed the Subway Series into a pivotal New York showdown, with soaring ticket prices and deep playoff runs amplifying the city‑wide divide.
The Chicago White Sox have posted a winning record in May for the first time since 2022, sweeping the Kansas City Royals and securing the No. 2 AL wild-card seed. Key contributors Randal Grichuk and Chase Meidroth led the charge, while other league performances added intrigue to the playoff race.
After being relieved of his duties with the Philadelphia 76ers, Daryl Morey’s data‑driven expertise is being examined as a potential catalyst for NBA reforms on load management, three‑point strategy and injury prevention, drawing comparisons to Theo Epstein’s impact on baseball.
The Chicago Cubs are enjoying an unprecedented winning streak, but Major League Baseball's upcoming negotiations over a potential salary cap could reshape the sport's economic landscape, with league leadership seeking to divide the players' union.
The Chicago Cubs are enjoying a historic season, but Major League Baseball faces a pivotal collective bargaining agreement battle. Commissioner Rob Manfred's direct engagement with players has ignited friction, especially with Bryce Harper, raising questions about a potential salary cap and its impact on the sport's future.
A look at the relievers who have surged through the first quarter of the MLB season, the strategies teams are employing, and the emerging names for keeper leagues.
Georgia's standout third baseman Tre Phelps and catcher Daniel Jackson are among the semifinalists for the 2026 Dick Howser Trophy, a honor that highlights excellence on and off the field.
A look at dominant closers, emerging arms, and the upcoming NBC‑Peacock partnership that will bring exclusive baseball coverage to U.S. viewers.
Recent performances from top closers and the upcoming broadcast partnership with NBC and Peacock are redefining fantasy baseball strategies.
Milwaukee’s recent three‑game sweep of the New York Yankees has lifted the team in the latest MLB power rankings, driven by a 3.45 team ERA and the re‑emergence of key offensive pieces.
From knuckleball mastery to managerial triumphs, the latest USA TODAY Sports tribute shines a light on five Brevard County baseball standouts whose careers have shaped the sport.
The Cougars will face Arizona State at Schroeder Park this weekend, celebrating a senior class while looking to extend a season marked by wins over top‑ranked opponents and a strong alumni presence in the majors.
USA TODAY Sports' latest list of the 250 greatest American sports figures includes a special tribute to baseball stars from Brevard County, highlighting their remarkable achievements and lasting impact on the game.
New Balance's rise in baseball is driven by star athletes Shohei Ohtani and Francisco Lindor, whose influence extends beyond performance to community engagement and product innovation.
Early‑season performance can mask true talent levels, and savvy fantasy players use regression signals to forecast breakout or decline.
With the latest performance metrics and matchup analyses, this piece highlights the most promising arms for Wednesday's slate, offering strategic advice for a range of league sizes.
A disputed pitch led to the ejection of Texas A&M’s head coach, prompting the SEC to adopt automated strike‑zone technology for its tournament, echoing Major League Baseball’s 2020 rollout.
An overview of the teams and players faltering as the 2026 season reaches its midpoint.
Recent injury comebacks, regression indicators, and veteran dynamics are reshaping trade strategies for fantasy baseball managers.
A new broadcast agreement will bring the American Association’s Game of the Week to a national audience, leveraging Unbeaten Sports App and a suite of linear and digital partners to grow viewership from ten million to over twenty million.
The LSU baseball team risks missing the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2011 after a season marked by 18 SEC losses, key injuries and underperforming pitchers.
Damian Webb and Hunter Aeschlimann of Wolcott Tech teamed up with Kaynor Tech’s Logan Stone to deliver a double no-hitter, a feat unseen in modern baseball, sealing a 1-0 victory that reshapes the Connecticut Technical Conference standings.
Since the rollout of the pitch clock and the ABS challenge system, Major League Baseball has seen viewership rise, walk rates hit a historic high, and umpires grapple with a new digital feedback loop that is changing how the sport is officiated.