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ESPN will air a standalone Sunday Night Baseball game in 2026, featuring the Atlanta Braves versus the Milwaukee Brewers, while ESPN2 introduces an alumni‑cast of former players. The move follows the network’s mutual exit from the regular Sunday Night Baseball deal with MLB in early 2025, with NBC now holding the flagship slot.
Mike Krukow, a longtime San Francisco Giants broadcaster and former MLB pitcher, revealed his retirement at the close of the 2026 season, concluding a career that spanned playing, broadcasting, and a deep connection with fans and colleagues alike.
Major League Baseball is moving toward finalizing two new franchises by 2029, with Salt Lake City emerging as the leading candidate thanks to a massive development project and enthusiastic local leadership.
ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney argues that the World Baseball Classic reshaped the Mariners’ campaign, with injuries to Cal Raleigh and Gabe Speier and standout showings from Randy Arozarena and Dominic Canzone defining the team’s early trajectory.
A 15‑game winning streak has put the Boston Red Sox in the thick of the playoff race, but injuries to key infielders have exposed a critical gap at shortstop. The team is exploring external trade targets and internal adjustments as the deadline approaches.
With a 43‑24 run under Don Mattingly, the Philadelphia Phillies are still missing pieces that could push them into the postseason.
Buster Olney examines how the World Baseball Classic has produced divergent outcomes for Toronto Blue Jays hitters, with some thriving while others, like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., have struggled.
Luis Arraez, once viewed as a fading talent, has transformed into one of the most attractive rental bats in baseball, drawing interest from several playoff‑bound teams as the Giants eye a strategic move before the August trade deadline.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have blown 13 leads this season and sit 19th in baseball with a 4.32 ERA. Key relievers have struggled, and the team may need to rely on internal improvement until external help arrives.
Baseball analyst Sara Sanchez reflects on the historic Cubs‑Cardinals matchup, the shift of Sunday Night Baseball from ESPN to NBC, and tips for fans to enjoy the 2026 season.