Week in Baseball: Scherzer Nears Record, Marlins End Skid
A look at the week’s most compelling moments, from Max Scherzer’s strikeout chase to the Mets’ dominant win.
Jul 28, 2026
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Bryan Baker’s Late‑Season Surge Turns Heads in the American League
Bryan Baker, a 31‑year‑old reliever for the Tampa Bay Rays, has rebounded dramatically this season, boasting a 1.56 ERA, 28 saves and an All‑Star nod, positioning him as a key postseason piece
Jul 28, 2026
Week 17 Waiver Wire Spotlight: Key Additions and Their Impact on NFBC, Online, and Fantrax Leagues
An overview of the most impactful waiver‑wire pickups in Week 17, highlighting power‑hitting breakouts, dominant two‑start pitchers, and the players whose recent performances are reshaping fantasy baseball strategies across NFBC, Online, and Fantrax.
Jul 28, 2026
FanGraphs’ Trade Value Rankings Reveal Consensus and Controversy Among MLB’s Top Talent
An analysis of FanGraphs' annual Trade Value Series shows strong overlap between expert and crowd rankings, while contract considerations shape divergent views on several marquee players.
Jul 28, 2026
FanGraphs’ Trade Value Rankings Reveal Strong Crowd‑Author Consensus on Top Players
FanGraphs' annual Trade Value Series ranks the 50 most valuable players in baseball, blending personal insight with staff feedback and a crowdsourced reader tool. The resulting rankings show a striking overlap in the top ten, especially with Shohei Ohtani and Bobby Witt Jr. at the summit, while the middle of the list remains ambiguous. The author and the crowd largely agree on the most important tier, though individual placements diverge for several mid‑range players.
Jul 28, 2026
Top MLB Stars Reject Proposed Salary Cap as Labor Talks Intensify
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.
Jul 28, 2026
Top MLB Stars Reject Salary Cap Proposal Ahead of 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.
Jul 28, 2026
Top MLB Stars Reject Proposed Salary Cap, Threatening 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.
Jul 28, 2026
2027 Fantasy Baseball Rankings Unveiled: Top Players and Upcoming MLB Broadcasts
The latest top 450 fantasy baseball rankings reveal the players poised to dominate the 2027 season, while MLB’s return to network television promises a new era of broadcast coverage.
Jul 28, 2026
Star Players Push Back Against MLB’s Salary Cap Proposal
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.
Jul 28, 2026
MLB’s Salary Cap Proposal Faces Player Opposition Ahead of Crucial Negotiations
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.
Jul 28, 2026
MLB’s proposed salary cap faces player revolt ahead of 2027 deadline
Players’ opposition to a league‑wide salary cap threatens to reshape contract negotiations and could shorten the 2027 season.
Jul 28, 2026
Baseball’s Salary Cap Battle: Players Push Back Against MLB’s Proposed Limits
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.
Jul 28, 2026
Roch Cholowsky Inks Record $10.35 Million Deal with Chicago White Sox
College star Roch Cholowsky becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, agreeing to a record‑breaking $10.35 million signing bonus with the Chicago White Sox, eclipsing the previous high set just two years ago.
Jul 28, 2026
Sunday’s Pitching Roundup: Standout Performances and Second-Half Outlook
The weekend’s starting-pitcher action delivered a mix of dominance and injury concerns, with Zach Thornton’s seven-inning shutout leading a wave of high-strikeout outings that could reshape fantasy rotations.
Jul 28, 2026
LSU Baseball Secures Core Talent for 2026 MLB Draft
LSU retained 16 of 22 draft signees, spotlighting standout players like Dominic Santarelli and Malachi Washington, and showcasing a deep pitching staff and versatile newcomers.
Jul 28, 2026
Pirates Gear Up for Trade Deadline After Draft Surge
The Pittsburgh Pirates have added Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert, bolstered by a strong draft class led by Derek Curiel, as they eye bullpen upgrades before the August deadline.
Jul 28, 2026
Players Reject MLB’s Salary Cap Proposal Ahead of Crucial Negotiations
All‑Star representatives Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper voice strong opposition to a league‑wide salary cap, warning that it could lock down earnings and spark a showdown before the 2027 season.
Jul 28, 2026
Top MLB Stars Reject Proposed Salary Cap, Citing Player Rights and Future Earnings
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.
Jul 28, 2026
LSU Alumni Shine in 2026 MLB Draft as Pirates and Mariners Secure Top Talents
Former LSU baseball standouts Derek Curiel and Jake Brown were selected in the 2026 MLB draft, joining a lineage of Tigers who have succeeded at the highest level.
Jul 28, 2026
Weekly Fantasy Baseball Pitcher Rankings: Who’s Leading the Pack?
The latest weekly update of the top 100 starting pitchers for fantasy baseball highlights a shifting landscape, with injuries, velocity trends, and breakout performances shaping the rankings.
Jul 28, 2026
MLB Owners and Players Edge Toward Salary Cap Showdown
Major League Baseball is moving toward its first work stoppage in three decades as owners push for a hard salary cap that could reshape player earnings and the future of the sport.
Jul 27, 2026
DraftKings’ 2026 MLB All-Star Game Strategy: Who to Bet On and Who to Fade
DraftKings' data‑driven picks for the 2026 All-Star Game highlight Yordan Alvarez as a top asset, while recommending a fade on Miguel Vargas amid a deep National League pitching pool.
Jul 27, 2026
St. John’s Stars Shine in 2026 MLB Draft Selections
Two standout St. John's University baseball players were drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, marking a historic moment for the program and setting the stage for their professional careers.
Jul 27, 2026