Kris Bryant's dad is very angry with Joe Buck

Kris Bryant's dad thinks his son deserves an apology.

Myles Jack: The NFL's Shohei Ohtani? One ex-Jaguars teammate believes LB has two-way talent

Jack did take snaps as a running back in college, but has no NFL offensive snaps to account for it.

Max Scherzer responds to near beheading from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. during All-Star Game

Scherzer is thankful that he still has both eyes, and so are we.

MLB Draft picks 2021: Complete results from Rounds 1-20 in baseball draft

Sporting News tracked results from the 2021 MLB Draft, including a full list of picks from Rounds 1-20.

White Sox's Liam Hendriks swears up storm on hot mic during All-Star Game: 'I hope the bleeper guy was on point'

Hendriks, unaware his mic was still working, could be heard on the FOX broadcast running through his vocabulary.

MLB All-Star Game results: Shohei Ohtani picks up win as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. helps power AL over NL

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the 2021 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night. Check out the complete results from baseball's Midsummer Classic.

MLB trade rumors: Which All-Stars could be on the move?

There are a handful of All-Stars wondering what the next couple weeks might look like.

Rob Manfred: Las Vegas 'a viable alternative' to Oakland if Athletics must relocate

If the city of Oakland doesn't want to approve a new stadium for the Athletics, commissioner Rob Manfred seems willing to OK a move to Las Vegas.

20/20 hindsight: Angels finally address pitching woes with 2021 MLB Draft

The Angels are taking their need for pitching help seriously.

What time does MLB All-Star Game start? TV schedule, channel to watch 2021 AL vs. NL game

Here is a complete guide to the 2021 MLB All-Star Game, including the full TV schedule and first pitch time to watch the American League take on the National League.

What channel is the MLB All-Star Game on today? Time, lineups for 2021 AL vs. NL game

Here's all the information you need to watch the All-Star Game on Tuesday.

MLB All-Star Game 2021: What can we expect from Shohei Ohtani?

For the first time since the inaugural All-Star Game in 1933, one player will be the starting pitcher and in the starting lineup as a hitter.

Why isn't Jacob deGrom pitching in the All-Star Game?

deGrom hopes that a teammate replaces him.

DK Metcalf strikes out during the 2021 All-Star celebrity softball game, reminding us that hitting is hard

Metcalf was the only player who struck out.

Who won the Home Run Derby in 2021? Full results, HR totals, highlights

Sporting News tracked live updates of the 2021 Home Run Derby throughout the night. Here are all of the bombs you may have missed.

MLB All-Star schedule 2021: Times, TV channels for Home Run Derby, futures & celebrity softball games

Here is a complete guide to watching MLB's All Star weekend, including a TV schedule for the Home Run Derby, the futures showcase game, the celebrity softball game and the All-Star Game itself.

Stephen A. Smith's comments on Shohei Ohtani's ability to speak English are idiotic and misguided

Stephen A. Smith tried to point to the business of baseball as a reason why Shohei Ohtani shouldn't be the face of baseball.

MLB All-Star rosters 2021: Starters, reserves

The full list of starters and reserves for this year's Midsummer Classic, the first time the All-Star Game is being held in two years.

What channel is the MLB Draft on today? Start times, TV schedule for Day 1, Day 2 & Day 3

Here's the all of broadcast information you need to watch the 2021 MLB Draft over the three days.

MLB Draft slot values: Here's how much money each pick is worth in 2021

With slot values from 2019 once again locked in for 2021, there are more changes coming than just the amount of rounds in the 2021 MLB Draft.

MLB Draft order 2021: Full list of picks for all 20 rounds & competitive balance selections

Here's the full list of picks for each round through the three-day MLB Draft.

Home Run Derby bracket 2021: Contestants, odds & predictions for the winner

It's a loaded field that features some of The Show's most prominent sluggers. Here's how they'll line up Monday night.

Home Run Derby odds, betting favorites, best bets

The eight-man field for the 2021 Home Run Derby is set. Who can you trust to win? And how many homers might be hit at the event? Sporting News has you covered with expert picks.

Home Run Derby format, explained: Number of rounds, time limits & tie rules for 2021 contest

Here's all you need to know about how the Home Run Derby will work in 2021, including the bracket, time limits and rules in case there's a tie.

What channel is the Home Run Derby on today? Time, participants for 2021 MLB All-Star contest

Here's a complete guide to watching the Home Run Derby tonight, including the start time, TV channel and the bracket of participants in MLB's 2021 slugfest.

What time does the Home Run Derby start? TV schedule, participants & more to watch MLB's 2021 contest

Here's all the information you'll need to watch the Home Run Derby in Coors Field this year.

Cardinals prospect Nolan Gorman's "be early" work ethic helping transition to second base

Gorman was drafted as a third baseman, and that’s where the Cardinals saw him fitting into their future. But then they traded for perennial All-Star and Gold Glove third baseman Nolan Arenado. Not only did Gorman lose his future position with the big-league club, but he wasn’t even the most high-profile Nolan in the organization anymore.

2021 MLB Draft: Red Sox first-round pick Marcelo Mayer quickly ditches Yankees allegiance

Marcelo Mayer is a Yankees fan no more after being selected No. 4 overall by the Red Sox.

Full 2021 MLB celebrity softball game roster

The Mile High City is no stranger to famous folk. Here's who will be participating in this year's celebrity softball game.

Who is in the Home Run Derby? Here is every participant confirmed for 2021 contest

Take a look at the players confirmed to be in the 2021 Home Run Derby.

Athletics take Max Muncy in 2021 MLB Draft nine years after drafting Max Muncy

The Athletics took the now-Dodgers All-Star in the fifth round in 2012. Nine years later, they selected a high school player with the same name in the first round.

MLB Draft 2021: Pirates No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis had to keep pretty massive secret

The player taken first overall got the call way, way before he heard his name called by commissioner Rob Manfred.

Astros' Jose Altuve goes bare-chested after icing Yankees with walk-off homer

The Houston second baseman wasn't feeling shy after completing his team's ninth-inning comeback vs. New York.

Aaron Judge has cold explanation of home run gesture that looked like dig at Jose Altuve

The Yankees slugger used the air conditioning at Minute Maid Park as a dodge.

MLB Draft 2021: What you need to know

The MLB Draft will be held on July 11-13 as a lead-up to the MLB All-Star game in Denver.

MLB Mock Draft: Leiter one of the few collegians in top 10

Sporting News' updated MLB mock draft projects both Vanderbilt aces and seven high school prospects to be taken in the first 10 picks of the 2021 MLB Draft.

Injury timeline, return date for Braves' Acuna

Here are the latest updates on Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. after he suffered a serious knee injury July 10 against the Marlins.

Acuna suffered torn ACL vs. Marlins, Braves confirm.

Ronald Acuna Jr. tried to walk off the field but eventually needed to be carted off.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani keeps up home run binge with 463-footer in Seattle

The LA slugger stays hot with No. 33 for the season.

Jop Pepitone suing Baseball Hall over Mickey Mantle bat

The bat, which Pepitone alleges was his and that Mantle used to hit career home run No. 500, has been displayed in the Hall for over 50 years.

MLB trade rumors: Vintage Craig Kimbrel would be closing prize for Astros, A's, others

The Cubs aren’t going anywhere in 2021, and lots of contending teams could use a closer. Kimbrel has a club option for $16 million that isn’t cheap, but it’s worth it if he pitches like he has so far in 2021.

MLB trade rumors: Five soon-to-be-ex-Cubs and where they might be dealt

It’s time to say goodbye to players who were a huge part of their 2016 World Series title, because the club sure doesn’t seem like it wants to pay the price it would cost to extend them.

Who is Daniel Camarena? Padres rookie pitcher goes viral with grand slam off Max Scherzer

Daniel Camarena is a now a Slam Diego legend.

Why Astros' Jose Altuve, Carlos Correa are skipping 2021 MLB All-Star Game

Two of the four Astros selected for the All-Star Game won't participate in it.

John Sterling calls Aaron Judge home run twice

Sterling and partner Suzyn Waldman have been delighting Yankee fans for years.

MLB trade rumors: Five Twins who could be dealt before July 30 deadline

The Twins had high hopes for the 2021 season. Those hopes have been dashed, consistently and painfully, over the past few months.

Biggest MLB All-Star snubs for 2021

Max Scherzer, Manny Machado and Yoan Moncada are among the players we think missed out on getting a roster spot in the Midsummer Classic.

SN One-on-One: Mike Trout talks Ohtani, sticky stuff crackdown

The Angels outfielder hasn't played since mid-May, but has still gotta a front-row seat to one of the most historical runs in baseball history.

Fagan: Jacob deGrom making up for late start with historic numbers

Jacob deGrom is putting up historic pitching numbers, but the Hall is going to want at least a few more years before he's in for sure.

MLB All-Star reserves 2021: Who made the AL and NL rosters?

The rosters for the 2021 MLB All-Star Game will be rounded out Sunday after the starters were named Thursday.

Castellanos hits homer during on-air memorial

Castellanos picked the worst time to hit a home run in Cincinnati's game vs. the Royals on Monday.

Will history-making Shohei Ohtani hit and pitch in MLB All-Star Game?

The Angels DH/starting pitcher is the first two-way All-Star. SN answers the big questions about Ohtani's All-Star credentials and whether he would be able to take the mound on July 13.

Yankees' Chapman booed off mound vs. Mets

Chapman had a rough outing against the Mets on Sunday, and the crowd at Yankee Stadium let him have it.

Marlins' Don Mattingly: Umps were 'bullied' into ejecting Pablo Lopez for hitting Ronald Acuna Jr.

The Miami skipper was told that Acuna's history of being hit by Marlins pitchers played a role. Mattingly believes Atlanta manager Brian Snitker was responsible.

Rays' Brett Phillips has tons of fun in mopup pitching appearance

The backup outfielder kept his turn as a relief pitcher exceedingly light.

Bauer investigation 'not close to the end,' say police

It seems like the Trevor Bauer sexual assault investigation will take longer to wrap up than anticipated.

Bauer placed on administrative leave

MLB is investigating the incidents.

Jackie Bradley Jr. fakes out runner, turns nifty double play

Jackie Bradley Jr. made a nifty double play in the Brewers' 7-2 win over the Pirates.

MLB Mock Draft 2021: Predicting the first round

Take a look at how we think the first round of the 2021 MLB Draft is going to shape up.

MLB All-Star voting results 2021: Who made the AL and NL rosters?

On Thursday, Major League Baseball unveiled who will be playing in the 2021 All-Star Game.

Fagan: Time for Cubs to 'Wait til next year'

The Cubs were an unlikely contender in the early part of the summer, but a humbling loss to the Brewers may have the team looking to the future.

Ozzie Guillen has some not-so-kind words for Josh Donaldson

The White Sox and Twins are grilling up a delicious beef this year.

Aaron Boone reacts to Yankees meltdown vs. Angels

Aaron Boone didn't mince words when talking about the Yankees' stunning collapse in their 11-8 loss to the Angels.

Twins' Josh Donaldson calls Lucas Giolito a cheater, then homers against White Sox

The Twins third baseman responded to the White Sox ace calling him a "f—ing pest."

Nationals' Trea Turner ties record for most cycles in MLB history

Turner reached a major MLB milestone with his feat against the Rays.

Shohei Ohtani's incredible Bronx show a painful reminder why Yankees were all-in on two-way star

Ohtani has 11 homers in the past 13 games, including three in his first two games against the Yankees at Yankee Stadium this week. He takes the mound tonight at the stadium, which is something the Yankees dreamed of once upon a time.

Ten reasons Kyle Schwarber should be in the Home Run Derby

Kyle Schwarber has been on a tear in June. Here's why MLB should make sure he participates in the 2021 Home Run Derby.

Brian Cashman sounds off on Yankees but defends Aaron Boone

Brian Cashman doesn't know exactly know what the Yankees' problem has been this year, but he's confident that it isn't Aaron Boone.

Giolito slams Donaldson: 'He's a f—ing pest'

Josh Donaldson is continuing his quest against sticky stuff, and he may have found a repeat offender.

Bauer under investigation for alleged assault

The 2020 Cy Young winner had a restraining order placed on him by his accuser as well.

MLB Twitter in awe as Ohtani homers twice vs. Yankees

Ohtani hit his MLB-leading 27th and 28th home runs against the Yankees on Tuesday. Twitter responded accordingly.

MLB trade market: Your favorite club needs a starting pitcher? Good luck with that

When it comes to sold rotation arms, pickings are slim and prices are high. Not exactly a buyer’s paradise.

Kyle Schwarber's power surge is reaching historic proportions

Kyle Schwarber has had a power surge of historic proportions since mid-June, but he's not getting hung up on the numbers.

Getting to know the likely first-rounders in MLB Draft

Who will go in the first round of July's MLB Draft? Here's the lowdown on 23 players expected to go that high.

Bundy forced to leave game after vomiting on mound

Bundy was credited with 1 2/3 innings pitched at the time he exited the game.

Indians reveal extent of Josh Naylor's injury

The Indians have provided an update on Josh Naylor's gruesome injury.

MLB All-Star Game finalists: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. pacing the field, Shohei Ohtani tops DHs

Phase 1 of MLB's All-Star Game voting has concluded. Here's a look at the finalists for each starting position at the 2021 All-Star Game, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Shohei Ohtani and Fernando Tatis Jr.

MLB Twitter supports Naylor after gruesome injury

Josh Naylor suffered a terrible-looking injury against the Twins on Sunday. The outfielder was carted off the field.

Mariners' Hector Santiago becomes first MLB pitcher ejected under new foreign substance check rules

Hector Santiago is the first MLB pitcher to be ejected following a foreign substance check under the league's new foreign substance rules that were instituted on June 21.

Cole gets substance check after subpar first inning

Cole, one of the best pitchers in MLB, had a terrible start against the Red Sox on Sunday. Umps' check for sticky substances only added insult to injury.

Soroka re-tears Achilles, out for season

Soroka tore his right Achilles for the second time since August 2020, ending his 2021 campaign.

NC State ousted from College World Series because of COVID-19 issues; Vanderbilt moves on to finals

The Wolfpack and Commodores were set to play for a spot in the finals Saturday afternoon, but local officials in Omaha, Neb., recommended that the game not be played.

Tatis goes on home run tear after bowing out of Home Run Derby

The star shortstop goes deep his first three times up in a game against the Diamondbacks.

Phillies' Aaron Nola ties Tom Seaver's record for consecutive strikeouts — in New York

Philadelphia's No. 1 starter matched Tom Terrific in almost the same spot where Seaver set his mark 51 years earlier.

Max Scherzer trade rumors: Agent says Nats ace wants extension in exchange for waiving no-trade

Scherzer would be one of the most sought-after deadline pickups if Washington makes him available.

Fagan: In the year of the no-no, let's revisit when the definition changed

In 1990, the no-hitter was redefined for the history books.

Dream-makers: Yankees fulfill 70-year-old woman's dream of being bat girl

It was a long time coming for Gwen Goldman, who long ago penned a letter to the Yankees wishing to become a bat girl.

MLB world unites to slam horrendous All-Star Game jerseys

The All-Star Game uniforms will be worn during the All-Star Game, a break in tradition for MLB.

Cubs relievers were oblivious to the fact they were preserving a no-hitter

Craig Kimbrel and Andrew Chafin both said they were unaware the Dodgers were hitless when they came into the game.

Schwarber giving his new team its money's worth

Chicago thought the slugging outfielder was too expensive to keep. Washington is reaping the rewards of bringing him on in the offseason.

Tyler Herro, Heat, Marlins, Dolphins provide help, resources after Florida building collapse

The Miami-area sports teams provided assistance after part of a condominium complex collapsed in Surfside, Fla.

Fagan: Why these five contenders have swooned in June

Five contenders who have hit speed bumps in June

Nats ask ump to check Bryce Harper's hair for sticky stuff

If there is sticky stuff in there, it's strictly for the 'do.

Nationals GM calls Phillies' Joe Girardi a 'con artist'

Mike Rizzo may "love" Joe Girardi, but he knows gamesmanship was at the heart of the Max Scherzer checks last night.

Explaining MLB's substance check rule for managers

MLB managers will do anything to disrupt a pitcher’s flow in an important moment late in a game, right? Baseball has a rule about that.

Joe Girardi explains decision to have Max Scherzer checked

Scherzer didn't have any sticky stuff on him, but admitted to wanting to get some kind of moisture on his hands.

Rivera: MLB needs to get a grip on its latest self-inflicted wound

MLB's latest issue is yet another one of its own making.

Athletics' Sergio Romo one-ups Max Scherzer, drops pants during substance check

Sergio Romo is yet another pitcher that isn't a fan of MLB's new foreign substance checks.

Scherzer, Girardi feud over substance checks

Max Scherzer didn't like how often he was checked for foreign substances vs. the Nationals, but it was Joe Girardi who ended up getting ejected.

Rays' Franco homers in first MLB game

Wander Franco blasted a three-run homer in his first MLB game. Twitter loved the 20-year-old's big blast.

Fagan: Byron Buxton's bad injury luck keeps him from joining baseball's rising stars

Byron Buxton's latest injury prevents him from joining baseball's other young stars who are having breakout seasons.

7 players MLB needs to consider for Home Run Derby

Here are seven MLB players who could join Shohei Ohtani to make for the most exciting show at Coors Field.

Fagan: What should we expect from Wander Franco?

Wander Franco will make his highly anticipated debut for the Tampa Bay Rays on June 22.

Base-running gaffe lands Javier Baez on the bench

Javier Baez lost track of outs and ran himself into an easy double play.

Who is Wander Franco? Four things to know about MLB's top prospect before Rays debut

The game's most highly anticipated prospect will make his MLB debut Tuesday.

Umps check under deGrom's belt for sticky substance

The umpires in Monday's Mets-Braves game were thorough in checking deGrom for illegal sticky substances.

Five teams that need to deal sooner rather than later

For these five teams, waiting until the July 31 trade deadline will be too late.

MLB's foreign substance crackdown: What to expect with new rules for pitchers

MLB has released a memo outlining its crackdown on foreign substances. What does it mean for the players? And what will the punishments be? Here's a look at the key takeaways from it.

Yankees secure win vs. Athletics with another triple play, tie MLB record

It's their third triple play of the season, and it couldn't have come at a better time.

Reds’ Joey Votto makes fan’s day with signed baseball after first-inning ejection

The relationship between Reds fans and the team is special, as is custom.

Yankees' Gio Urshela recovers from bat splinter in eye, hits go-ahead homer in win

Gio Urshela is one tough guy.

Ohtani will make history with participation in Home Run Derby

Shohei Ohtani announced that will be participating in the 2021 Home Run Derby in the form of an epic hype video.

Breaking down three rundown blunders in MLB

14 amazing things that have happened in the sports world since the Diamondbacks last won a road game

How long has it been since the Diamondbacks last won a road game? Probably longer than you realize.

Vandy duo lead top draft prospects to watch in CWS

For the first time, the MLB Draft is part of the All-Star festivities in July, moved back from its normal spot in early June. So instead of watching the College World Series players your favorite team just drafted, fans will be watching the players their teams might draft a few weeks later.

Jacob deGrom injury update: Mets ace leaves after three innings with sore shoulder

New York's No. 1 pitcher was starting five days after being diagnosed with tendinitis in his pitching elbow.

Yankees' Gerrit Cole placed in sticky situation with questions about spin rate, MLB crackdown

The ace right-hander faced a fresh set of queries from New York media.

Brian Cashman gives Aaron Boone vote of confidence as Yankees struggle to find their swings

It doesn't sound like there are any real changes coming New York's way this year.

Cardinals manager Mike Shildt: 'You're going to see a regression' in some pitchers with sticky substance crackdown

MLB players have known for quite a while that some type of crackdown on the use of sticky substances by pitchers was coming. They just didn’t know what it would look like.

Tyler Glasnow injury update: Will Rays ace require Tommy John surgery?

Glasnow had been in the conversation for the AL Cy Young Award after a strong start to the season.

MLB's crackdown on sticky substances will be messy, but worth the effort if offense picks up

The next month will be a messy disaster for Major League Baseball, as the crackdown on sticky substances begins in earnest June 21.

Junk wax and me: First experience behind card show table was exciting, but not fulfilling

From my earliest times attending baseball card shows, I wondered what it would be like to be the person on the other side of those tables. My itch has been scratched, and I kind of doubt I’ll do it again.

MLB All-Star voting 2021: How it works, updated vote totals for Midsummer Classic

Everything you need to know about voting for the 2021 MLB All-Star Game in Denver.

NCAA baseball tournament 2021: Full super regionals bracket, TV schedule for Road to College World Series

Here's a complete guide to the 2021 NCAA baseball super regionals tournament, including a full TV schedule and bracket as 16 teams try to reach the College World Series.

Barry Bonds is back on the field — with a dog in the 145th Westminster Dog Show

The baseball icon's miniature schnauzer Rocky qualified for the show.

Diamondbacks reveal sexy, slick Nike City Connect uniforms

"The Way of the Serpent" is prominent in this.

How long is Jacob deGrom out? Latest updates on Mets star pitcher

Jacob deGrom left his June 11 start vs. the Padres after six innings because of right flexor tendinitis.

Mets' Jonathan Villar has to dodge balls rolling along Padres' dugout as he chases popup

Was San Diego blatantly cheating? No. It was just an accident caused by a bat boy.

Mets' Kevin Pillar confirms that his bat is not spattered with blood, 'just pine tar stick'

Some fans thought Kevin Pillar's bat was spattered with blood, but the Mets outfielder explained its reddish hue on Twitter.

Watch Mookie Betts make shoestring grab, throw out runner at home in insane double play

Just Mookie being Mookie.

Young Reds fan sells out for home run ball, dives and secures Joey Votto dinger

Awesome grab by a young fan.

Joe Nuxhall's pitching career with the Reds started at ... 15?

The 1940s were an odd time in major league baseball, so much so that a kid barely out of junior high school once pitched in a game.

Gerrit Cole got the better of Josh Donaldson and the Twins on Wednesday night

Round 1 goes to Gerrit Cole.

NCAA baseball tournament 2021: Full regionals bracket, TV schedule for Road to College World Series

Here's a complete guide to the 2021 NCAA baseball tournament, including a full TV schedule and bracket for regionals as 64 teams try to reach the College World Series.

Mets' Pete Alonso presents odd conspiracy theory on why MLB makes changes to balls

The New York slugger says that players believe MLB messes with the ball to mess with players' salaries.

Cole's spin rate after Spider Tack question: How much change?

A look at the numbers behind Gerrit Cole's first appearance since he was asked if he used illegal substances while pitching.

Sometimes, a moment in June feels like the key to playing in October

A huge plate appearance by St. Louis' leader opened the door to a much-needed win. Maybe it will get the Redbirds back to playing like one of the best teams in baseball.

What to know about MLB's 'crisis' with pitchers and foreign substances

Chances are, you’ve heard a lot about baseball’s sticky issue lately. Rumors of "crackdowns" and mentions of "foreign substances" and "cheating" have been common on social media. But what’s it really all about? Let’s take a look.

Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes loses home run after missing first base

Another miscue in what has been a difficult season for Pittsburgh fans.

Yankees' Gerrit Cole fumbles over answer to sticky Spider Tack question

The Yankees ace put as much movement on his answer as he reportedly puts on the ball.

TSN Archives: 'La Russa goes loco' and other stories from the start of a Hall of Fame manager's career

With his 2,764th victory, La Russa moved into sole possession of second place on the list of all-time managerial wins. With the help of The Sporting News archives, let’s take a look back at the beginnings of what turned out to be a legendary career as a big league manager.

Trevor Bauer critiques MLB's foreign substance crackdown

Trevor Bauer is fine with MLB's foreign substance crackdown. What the Dodgers pitcher doesn't like is the rushed way that the league and commissioner Rob Manfred are implementing the plan.

Yankees get hosed by ump in series loss to Red Sox

Rougned Odor struck out looking on a "strike" that would've only been right if the limits of the zone were stretched to neighboring New York boroughs.

Team USA earns berth in Tokyo Olympics baseball tournament

The Americans are headed to Tokyo after going undefeated in the WBSC Baseball Americas Qualifier.

Minor league pitcher struck in head by line drive, hospitalized

Durham right-hander Tyler Zombro was in stable condition at Duke University Medical Center, the Rays announced.

Bob Brenly off air for a week after Marcus Stroman comment, accused of targeting Latino players with Cubs

The Diamondbacks broadcaster made an on-air comment about Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman that was widely considered racist.

Will the Cubs be buyers or sellers?

Contending in 2021 was a bit of an afterthought for the Cubs this past offseason. But here we are, a few days into June, and the club sits alone in first place in the NL Central, one-and-a-half games ahead of the Cardinals and three up on the Brewers.

A's cut ties with 'totally unacceptable' minor league food vendor before pictures leaked

The A's were apparently unhappy with the food vendor that was feeding their minor leaguers long before pictures of some underwhelming postgame meals leaked on Twitter.

MLB 2021 award races: These stars are leading Cy Young, MVP and rookie races

Two months into the season should be way too early to start talking about MVP races or Cy Young conversations, but that’s never stopped baseball fans before. So let’s take a look.

How Lou Gehrig described his weakening condition, end of streak to TSN in 1939

Lou Gehrig played what would be his final big-league game on April 30, 1939, at 35 years old. A few days later, the Yankees legend known throughout his playing days as “Laruppin’ Lou” sat down with The Sporting News for an honest, in-depth look at the days and months leading up to the end of his historic streak of 2,130 consecutive games played.

Marcus Stroman responds to 'racist undertones' in comment by Diamondbacks analyst Bob Brenly

After Bally Sports Arizona analyst Bob Brenly made comments about Mets' starting pitcher Marcus Stroman's du-rag, the New York right-hander took to Twitter to respond.

Cardinals' Jack Flaherty to miss time with 'significant' oblique injury

As the Cardinals are locked in a fight with the Cubs for first place in the NL Central, they're going to be faced with a pretty notable absence.

Giants will be first MLB team to wear Pride uniforms

The Giants plan to celebrate Pride Month in a way unlike any Major League Baseball team to date.

Stephen Strasburg injury update: Nationals pitcher set for MRI after leaving game with trapezius tightness

Stephen Strasburg threw just 30 pitches over 1 1/3 innings for the Nationals on Tuesday night before a tight trapezius that caused a velocity drop forced him out of the game.

Twins' Rob Refsnyder ignores warning track, hits wall at full force while chasing home run

Rob Refsnyder apparently forgot where the wall was while playing center field in the Twins vs. Orioles game on Monday.

MLB to investigate Marcell Ozuna arrest on domestic violence charges, report says

The Braves outfielder was booked into Fulton County Jail and charged with assault and battery stemming from an alleged domestic dispute.

Phillies' Quinn ruptures Achilles, still scores run

Quinn's ruptured Achilles is the latest in a long line of injuries for the Phillies outfielder.

White Sox fans love team's 'City Connect' jersey, have jokes about Tony La Russa

The White Sox are the latest MLB team to release their Nike City Connect jersey. It was well-received by Chicago fans, who also got a chance to make some jokes at Tony La Russa's expense after the release.

When will Noah Syndergaard return to Mets? Latest news, injury updates after Tommy John setback

Noah Syndergaard's return from Tommy John surgery has been delayed by elbow inflammation. When will he return to the diamond? And what's the latest news on his injury? Sporting News has all the latest injury updates about the Mets pitcher.

Cardinals' Shildt on MLB's 'dirty little secret'

The St. Louis manager was upset that umpires went after a clean pitcher on his team when pitchers on other teams are blatantly cheating.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani scratched from start because of pregame traffic

Ohtani and some of his teammates had to get off their bus and onto a train to make it to the stadium for the Halos' game against the A's in Oakland.

'You have gotta be kidding me!' Cubs score on massive mental miscue by Pirates

Every once in a while, something happens on the baseball field that makes you stop and say, “Wait, what?”

Who is Adolis Garcia? What to know about the slugging Rangers outfielder

Garcia is now tied for the MLB lead in home runs after he's clubbed five in his past five games.

Streaker at Nationals game finds a perfect place to hide during rain delay

It's not every day that you see a streaker on the field, and even less often can they avoid being caught. However, that's just what happened during a Nationals rain delay as a streaker found the perfect place to hide.

Dodgers fans invade Minute Maid Park, heckle Astros as they take the field

The Dodgers faithful are doing everything they can to remind the Astros of the sign-stealing scandal that occurred during the 2017 MLB season and World Series.

How did Indians' Zach Plesac land on the IL? By 'rather aggressively ripping off his shirt'

Indians pitcher Zach Plesac has officially suffered the weirdest injury of the MLB season so far. Cleveland's starter suffered a thumb fracture by "rather aggressively ripping off his shirt."

Joe West booed while setting MLB record

West, no stranger to controversy behind the plate and off the diamond, made history on Tuesday. He was, of course, booed heavily.

Young lefty Ryan Weathers has been an overlooked success story for Padres in 2021

Don’t equate Weathers’ relative lack of attention with a relative lack of impact for San Diego.

Five Yankees who've fueled the team's surge

The Yankees were once alone in last place in the AL East, five games behind the Red Sox. Now, they’re only a half-game out of first place, a spot shared by the Red Sox and Rays.

Team USA baseball roster: Matt Kemp, Matt Wieters among players picked for Olympic qualifying

Several former All-Stars headline Team USA's Olympic qualifying baseball roster.

Nationals' Dave Martinez on Juan Soto's baserunning error: 'It was embarrassing for the whole club'

Juan Soto had an embarrassing gaffe in the Nationals' win over the Orioles on Sunday and Dave Martinez made sure to communicate that it wasn't acceptable.

Trevor Bauer masters being a heel in his first Dodgers-Giants rivalry game

The LA pitcher is adept at bringing and creating heat.

Breaking down what's next for trading card sales at Target, Walmart and elsewhere

The same question is on pretty much every card collector’s mind: “OK, what now?”

Jacob deGrom expected to make next start with Mets

The Mets' ace will return to New York after making just one minor league rehab start.

Don Mattingly says MLB issues with hitting need fixing, game sometimes 'unwatchable'

The Marlins' manager and former batting champion said the strikeout issues and surge of no-hitters makes the game tough to watch.

Clayton Kershaw criticizes MLB for efforts to change baseball: 'Fans want to see some hits'

The Dodgers' ace believes the frequency of no-hitters in 2021 is not good for the game.

MLB's no-hitter spree, explained

Yankees starter Corey Kluber threw the sixth no-hitter of the 2021 season. It's not exactly rocket science to figure out just why pitchers are dominating this year.

Who will throw MLB's next no-hitter? These 8 pitchers fit most likely description

Based on statistical profiles from 2021's no-hitters so far, there are eight pitchers who seem to be next in line to hold a team hitless.

Jacob deGrom's rehab start vs. a Single-A team, as seen through the eyes of his opponent

The Mets ace looked perfectly fine as he blew away kids in a low-A Southeast game.

CC Sabathia blasts White Sox manager Tony La Russa: 'He shouldn't be f—ing managing that team'

CC Sabathia went on a tirade about Tony La Russa's comments on Yermin Mercedes and the unwritten rules of baseball. It's safe to say that the former Yankees star pitcher is no fan of La Russa's work with the White Sox.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani, Joe Maddon not concerned about pitcher's velocity dip vs. Indians

Shohei Ohtani's average fastball velocity was down 5.3 mph in his latest Angels start. Despite this, neither Ohtani nor manager Joe Maddon are worried about the health of the two-way star.

Dave Martinez steals, kicks first base in nuclear ejection, follows up with epic postgame rant

Nothing like a good ol' ejection.

Corey Kluber's no-hitter completes long, methodical return to greatness

It's no surprise that Kluber ascended back to top-of-the-line form with the same machine-like efficiency that got him to the top of the mountain in the first place.

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. does the splits on a steal, launches home run in return from IL

The star shortstop displayed his wide array of talent in his return Wednesday.

White Sox's Tony La Russa gets unlikely endorsement from Smash Mouth: 'A damn legend'

Tony La Russa has disagreed with some White Sox players about Yermin Mercedes swinging at a 3-0 pitch. But hey, at least the band Smash Mouth supports him.

Baseball card collection of Tampa doctor on verge of setting auction records

The crown jewel of the collection, a vintage Babe Ruth card, is expected to be the most expensive card ever sold.

Mets' Marcus Stroman calls Angels' Shohei Ohtani 'a mythical legend in human form'

Shohei Ohtani is certainly earning respect from his peers after his torrid start to the 2021 MLB campaign as both a batter and pitcher.

White Sox manager Tony La Russa ripped by MLB players, fans: 'TLR is stuck in the past'

Many, many people are displeased with the way La Russa has handled recent events.

How long is Mike Trout out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Angels outfielder

Trout, dealing with a calf strain, won't return to a diamond until midway through the summer.

No-hit twice: Mariners, Indians have been embarrassingly bad with the bat this season

Tigers pitcher Spencer Turnbull no-hit the Mariners on Tuesday night. He became the fifth pitcher to log a no-no this season and the second to do so against a hapless Mariners offense.

Tony La Russa has soft, problematic response to Twins throwing at Yermin Mercedes

Bad job having your player's back, Tony.

Twins' Duffey retaliates against Mercedes

Mercedes hit a 3-0 count home run against the Twins on Monday. They clearly didn't like that.

What you need to know about 'The Captain'

An ambitious series that peels back the curtain on Derek Jeter's Hall of Fame career is airing soon.

Tony La Russa says Yermin Mercedes' home run was 'mistake;' Mercedes disagrees

Instead of complaining about an opposing team's home run, La Russa focused his disappointment on a player from his own team.

La Russa's old-fashioned criticism is outdated

La Russa called Yermin Mercedes' 3-0 count home run a "learning experience." But it’s not the lesson La Russa thinks is being taught.

Kevin Pillar injury update: Mets OF suffered 'multiple nasal fractures' from fastball to face

Kevin Pillar took a 94 mph fastball to the face in the Mets vs. Braves game Monday night. Tuesday morning, the team provided an update on his condition and confirmed that he had suffered "multiple nasal fractures."

Derek Jeter sells Tampa home, which Tom Brady rented, for record price

The Buccaneers' quarterback needs to find a new place to live in his team's city.

Nationals' Kyle Schwarber gifted candy by former Cubs teammate Kris Bryant in return to Wrigley Field

In his return to Wrigley Field, Kyle Schwarber got a lot of love from Cubs fans and received an unusual between-innings gift from his former teammate, Kris Bryant.

Braves' Huascar Ynoa picks fight with bench, loses, breaks hand

Don't fight against inanimate objects, folks.

Mets' Kevin Pillar tweets he's 'doing fine' after taking 94 mph fastball to the face

It was a scary scene in Atlanta on Monday night.