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Major League Baseball’s owners have introduced a collective salary cap for the first time, prompting a fierce response from the players’ union. Star players including Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have publicly opposed the measure, which could limit their earnings and affect the 2027 season.
All‑Star players and the MLB Players Association push back against a proposed salary cap that could reshape contracts and the 2027 season.
All‑Star pitchers and superstars are pushing back against Major League Baseball’s plan to institute a salary cap, raising concerns about player contracts, the 2027 season and the future of collective bargaining.
After a 39‑20 season that fell short of the Super Regional, the Miami Hurricanes are reshaping their roster through the transfer portal, adding pitchers, infielders and prospects as they chase a national championship under Coach J.D. Arteaga.
A look at how recent draftees from Oregon State are slated to begin their professional careers, from left‑handed prospects eyeing rapid advancement to versatile arms hoping to climb the farm system.
A look at how recent Oregon State baseball draftees are navigating early professional milestones with several MLB organizations.
Top baseball talent publicly rejects the league's proposed salary cap, citing threats to earning potential and legacy, while outlining union counter‑demands ahead of renewed talks.
With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire in December, Major League Baseball's first salary cap proposal since the 1994-95 strike has sparked a united front among top players who fear restricted earnings and diminished rights.
Players’ opposition to a league‑wide salary cap threatens to reshape contract negotiations and could shorten the 2027 season.
All‑Star pitchers and veterans argue that a new salary cap would curb earnings and disrupt the game, as negotiations over the 2026 contract deadline loom.
A look at the most valuable players available on waivers, from relievers with elite ratios to hitters delivering power and speed
Walt Weiss decries the pitcher‑roster cap as the Braves designate Hernández for assignment, while standout performances and league‑wide rule talks shape a pivotal week in MLB
Two Wildcats were chosen in the latest MLB Draft, earning accolades and setting the stage for a new era under Coach Ben Greenspan.
Coach Kevin Schnall’s aggressive portal strategy has landed South Carolina the second‑best transfer class nationally, but key decisions still loom for players like Shouse, who must choose between college and the majors.
Two modest‑sized players are rewriting the narrative of the All‑Star Game with stellar batting averages, defensive brilliance and a steadfast belief in human talent over analytics.
Otto Lopez of the Miami Marlins and Luis Arraez of the San Francisco Giants are stealing the spotlight at the midsummer classic, blending high batting averages with a reverence for the craft that transcends modern analytics.
The 2026 MLB draft highlighted the University of Virginia's strong presence, with multiple players selected across rounds and promising recruits committing to the 2027 roster.
A look at the latest performances, injuries and international stints of former University of Arizona baseball players now competing in the big leagues and beyond.
All‑Star players criticize MLB's new salary‑cap proposal, warning it could limit earnings and trigger a lockout as the current contract expires in December.
Midway through the schedule, five under‑the‑radar sluggers show strong underlying metrics that suggest a second‑half surge could reshape their campaigns.
Four Kansas State University baseball standouts were chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing the Wildcats' six‑year streak of producing multiple draftees and tying a Big 12 record for selections.
A look at the standout performances and records that have left an indelible mark on Major League Baseball from 1901 to 2021.
Munetaka Murakami's first All-Star appearance ended with a strikeout against high‑velocity pitcher Mason Miller, while his recovery from injury and Home Run Derby showing added intrigue to the Japanese contingent in Philadelphia.
Munetaka Murakami delivered a career‑high six RBIs, while Bryson Stott and Ryan O’Hearn also shone. The Marlins fell to a 12th straight loss, and Jacob Misiorowski dazzled with 11 strikeouts.