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Munetaka Murakami became the second Japanese player to hit 20 home runs in a rookie season, launching his third straight homer in a 15‑2 win over the Twins.
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Munetaka Murakami became the second Japanese player to hit 20 home runs in a rookie season, launching his third straight homer in a 15‑2 win over the Twins.

Mookie Betts homered twice for Los Angeles, while the New York Yankees erupted for 15 runs. Additional highlights include Jesús Sánchez's first career grand slam and the Twins' extra‑inning victory.

Chuck Nieson, a former major‑league pitcher whose career spanned just two games, died at 83 in Ortonville, Minnesota. His journey from a standout high‑school athlete in Hanford, California, to a modest but statistically odd career in the minors and a later life in insurance reflects a broader narrative of post‑war baseball talent.

From Eric Lauer’s Dodgers debut to Shane Baz’s dominant outing, Tuesday’s slate offered plenty of reasons for fantasy managers to take note.

Daily fantasy baseball analysts highlight high-upside additions for roster spots, focusing on overlooked batters and pitching streamers with favorable upcoming schedules.

This week's waiver wire roundup spotlights breakout hitters and pitchers delivering standout numbers across home runs, RBIs, steals, ERA and saves.

Pedro Grifol, a former MLB manager and World Series champion, has been named the sixth head coach of the Florida International University baseball program, bringing decades of coaching, scouting and playing experience to the role.

From William Contreras’s three‑run blast in Milwaukee to Kyle Manzardo’s ninth‑inning heroics in Cleveland, yesterday’s games delivered drama at every turn.

A deep dive into three under‑the‑radar players who could dominate Friday’s fantasy baseball slate.

Chad Patrick’s move to the Milwaukee Brewers’ bullpen in 2026 has yielded dominant statistics, a higher cutter velocity, and a pivotal role in the team’s early‑season winning streak.

Albert Wheaton’s journey from a 1990 Braves tryout to a post‑war visit with legends like Chipper Jones reveals a unique blend of military service and baseball devotion.

A roundup of recent bullpen activity, including activations, assignments and injury‑list moves, highlights who is available for streaming this week.

Seattle’s Bryce Miller has turned a season of setbacks into a striking comeback, posting a velocity spike that has left batters guessing and reshaping the waiver wire landscape.

The latest wave of injury updates across Major League Baseball reads like a medical drama, with a mix of elite arms and everyday bats navigating the road back to competition.

The Southeastern Conference is preparing to introduce an automated ball‑strike challenge system for its upcoming baseball tournament, borrowing the same technology that Major League Baseball has been refining for several seasons.

The Los Angeles Dodgers were shut out 1-0 by the San Diego Padres, with Yoshinobu Yamamoto absorbing the loss after a solid seven‑inning outing. Ohtani’s hot streak continued, but the team’s offense remained silent.

Veteran infielder Gio Urshela confirmed his retirement at 34, closing a decade-long career that included a standout 2019 season with the Yankees and stints with five other clubs.

After a standout collegiate run, Simon Gregersen inked a professional deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks, joining a growing list of recent MLB signees from Indiana State.

The fantasy baseball landscape is shifting fast as Week 8 approaches, and savvy roster builders are turning to the waiver wire for fresh arms and bats that can tip the scales in their leagues.
From a Platinum Glove award to a league‑leading on‑base percentage, Brice Turang’s understated impact is reshaping the Brewers’ outlook as they chase another NL Central title.

From a shutout‑like stretch by Didier Fuentes to the rising strikeout totals of Grayson Rodriguez, this week’s waiver wire roundup highlights the arms most likely to outperform their draft positions.

This week's waiver wire spotlight shines on a mix of power hitters, speedsters and surprise call‑ups who are still available in less than 40% of Yahoo! leagues.

A look at the most promising players available on waivers this week, from rising catchers to power‑hitting infielders and speedy outfield prospects.

The Toronto Blue Jays are weighing options as Davis Schneider and Lenyn Sosa struggle at the plate, prompting a review of roster moves and minor‑league call‑ups.