KANSAS CITY ROYALS NEWS

Raiders, Royals legend Bo Jackson once had chance for shocking position change

This would've added to Bo's legend.

Billy Heyen

Yankees legend has lifelong fan in Royals' Bobby Witt Jr.

Baseball always finds a way to connect through the years.

Billy Heyen

Guardians-Royals has craziest strikeout in MLB history, thanks to Hunter Gaddis and Jonathan India

This is a first.

Billy Heyen

Royals prospect Jac Caglianone hit the hardest ball in baseball this season

What a swing by the big lefty.

Billy Heyen

Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. gets $288 million contract celebration after Vladimir Guerrero Jr. deal

Talk about a bargain.

Billy Heyen

How to listen to Guardians vs. Royals today?

Here is everything you need to know in order to listen to Guardians vs. Royals as the new MLB season begins.

Chirag Radhyan

Justin Fields to Jets signing correctly predicted by this MLB home-run hitter

Adam Schefter might have company as an NFL insider.

Billy Heyen

Royals looking to rescue 30-homer threat from an AL Central rival?

The Kansas City Royals have been shrewdly fortifying their roster for another run at the postseason in 2025 and could be in play for a monster bat in need of a change of scenery.

Tom Carothers

Could Royals be after a 2-time All-Star for the back of the bullpen?

The Kansas City Royals traded for their apparent closer-of-the-future last season, but could the division contenders deal for another one?

Tom Carothers

2-time Yankees All-Star could cut ties with NY to join Royals

The Kansas City Royals have already made one addition to their team after making the postseason in 2024. They added Jonathan India from the Cincinnati Reds. They could look to sign a New York Yankees All-Star to solidify their bullpen.

Aaliyan Mohammed

Could the Royals be in play for a 2-time All-Star, World Series champ?

The Kansas City Royals could use another arm for the starting staff and may be a top suitor for the services of a 2025 comeback candidate on a short-term deal.

Tom Carothers

Royals named as top spot for $48 million free agent outfielder

The Kansas City Royals aren't resting on their laurels after surprising the league in 2024 and could be in play for a bat with 30-homer promise.

Tom Carothers

Royals tabbed as a top landing spot for 2025 comeback candidate?

The Kansas City Royals starting staff took a hit when the team traded Brady Singer, but could the team fill his spot with a two-time All-Star?

Tom Carothers

Could the small-market Royals be trading for a $260 million upgrade?

The Kansas City Royals are looking to build on their 2024 turnaround and have been linked as a top landing spot for an eight-time All-Star slugger.

Tom Carothers

Royals in play to acquire a 2-time All-Star from the Yankees?

The Kansas City Royals are itching to improve on last year's runner-up finish in the American League Central and may raid the World Series finalist to help make it happen.

Tom Carothers

Royals, Reds reportedly discussing trade of former 1st round talents

The Kansas City Royals have remained away from the fray so far this offseason, but that may be about to change according to a MLB insider report.

Tom Carothers

Explaining controversial STRAUSS helmet ads

Here is everything to know about the STRAUSS ads on MLB helmets.

Sarah Effress

Royals linked to $42 million former World Series MVP in new report

The Kansas City Royals will be looking to capitalize on their current wave of success by adding talent this winter.

Colin Keane

Key Royals starting pitcher named as top trade chip for this offseason

The Kansas City Royals could be forced to trade one of their best pitchers in their search for a lineup improvement this offseason.

Vinnie Portell

Explaining Yankees ALCS opponent after New York eliminated Royals

New York will face another tough AL Central team in the next round.

Daniel Chavkin

Bob Costas' history with Yankees playoff games dates back 30 years

The veteran broadcaster is no stranger to postseason baseball in New York.

Daniel Chavkin

Yankees vs. Royals schedule, times, channels for ALDS games

Complete dates, times, TV channels for 2024 AL Division Series games between Yankees, Royals

Jared Greenspan

Worst moments from Bob Costas during Yankees vs. Royals ALDS series

Fans seem to think that legendary broadcaster Bob Costas didn't bring his "A" game to the ALDS.

Bryan Murphy

Why Patrick Mahomes decided to buy stake in Royals

The Chiefs quarterback is more than a fan of Kansas City's baseball team.

Daniel Chavkin

What channel is Yankees vs. Royals on today?

Time, TV schedule to watch AL Division Series Game 2 between Yankees, Royals

Jared Greenspan

What time do the Yankees play today?

The Sporting News has you covered with everything that you need to know about the Yankees vs. Royals series, including the start time and TV schedule for the showdown.

Daniel Yanofsky

How to listen to Royals playoff games

Here is everything you need to know in order to listen to Kansas City Royals baseball games on the radio this season.

Abhinav Sharma

Is there an MLB playoff game today?

Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming MLB playoff schedule, including TV and streaming options for the NLDS and ALDS.

Daniel Yanofsky

Full schedule, times, channels for MLB playoff games today

Schedule, times, channels, live streams to watch AL, NL Wild Card games

Jared Greenspan

What channel is Orioles vs. Royals on today?

Time, TV schedule to watch AL Wild Card Game 2 between Orioles, Royals

Jared Greenspan

Orioles vs. Royals schedule, times, channels for Wild Card series

Complete dates, times, TV channels to watch 2024 AL Wild Card playoff games between Orioles and Royals

Jared Greenspan

How to listen to Orioles vs. Royals on the radio

Here is how to listen to Game 1 of the AL Wild Game game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Kansas City Royals.

Daniel Yanofsky

Sporting News predicts the MLB postseason

Shohei Ohtani will finally make his MLB postseason debut, but will he win it all? Sporting News delivers its playoff predictions.

Chris Cwik

Updated playoff picture for Tigers, Twins, Royals

The AL Central race is over, but more than half the teams in the division are still fighting for a postseason berth. Here's how each team's chances look.

Dan Treacy

Royals projected to land promising Red Sox slugger after strong 2024

The Kansas City Royals are expected to land a breakout star from the Boston Red Sox this offseason.

Curt Bishop

What channel is Twins vs. Royals on tonight?

Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game between Twins and Royals

Jared Greenspan

Royals expected to re-sign former All-Star after strong 2024 season

The Kansas City Royals starting rotation has been a strength this season. They are expected to be able to keep a reliable starter around for the foreseeable future.

Curt Bishop

Royals veteran slugger could call it quits after 2024, per insider

A key veteran slugger and former World Series champion could call it a career at the end of the 2024 season.

Curt Bishop

Royals land three veteran hitters with World Series experience to aid playoff push

It was a busy Saturday for the Kansas City Royals, who acquired three veterans with World Series experience to shore up their lineup.

Jackson Roberts

Royals could claim intriguing Cardinals slugger to bolster offense

The Kansas City Royals need offense after Vinnie Pasquantino suffered a broken thumb. Could they look to their Interstate 70 rivals for help?

Curt Bishop

Royals playoff push dealt tough blow with star slugger headed to IL

The Kansas City Royals have been surging towards the postseason in the second half, but they find themselves having to replace a key contributor as of Friday.

Jackson Roberts

Royals could potentially target Rangers ace this winter in free agency

The Kansas City Royals may be able to spend some money this offseason to improve their starting rotation.

Curt Bishop

Royals could reportedly make free agent bid for veteran Giants slugger

The Kansas City Royals have emerged as a threat in the American League, and they could be even better in 2025 if they target this slugger.

Curt Bishop

Royals young superstar reportedly on pace for feat not seen since Barry Bonds

The Kansas City Royals have a budding superstar in their lineup, and according to one outlet, he has a chance to set a mark not seen since the great Barry Bonds.

Jackson Roberts

Royals could target Guardians ace this winter to bolster rotation

The Royals may be in the market for some starting pitching help this winter

Curt Bishop

"Three aces rotation": Royals starting staff ranks high among contenders

Kansas City has been buoyed by its rotation this season, which looks dangerous if they reach the postseason.

Curt Bishop

Royals star pitcher expected to receive multi-year deal this offseason

After a strong year with the Royals, this star right-hander could get a more lucrative free agent deal.

Curt Bishop

Royals superstar is making strong case for highest American League honor

A Royals star is on fire and could garner consideration for a major honor.

Curt Bishop

"Talented in so many areas": Royals GM raves about star shortstop

The Kansas City Royals are having a strong campaign, and much of it has to do with the heroics of their star shortstop.

Curt Bishop

What channel is Tigers vs. Royals on tonight?

Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game between the Tigers and Royals.

Jared Greenspan

Royals surprisingly acquire flame-throwing Athletics reliever

The Kansas City Royals were in desperate need of bullpen help at this year's trade deadline, and on Tuesday, they found some from the Oakland Athletics.

Jackson Roberts

Royals reportedly 'targeting' Nationals outfielder to bolster lineup

The Kansas City Royals have their eye on an outfielder from the Washington Nationals as they go shopping before July 30.

Colin Keane

Royals linked to All-Star slugger as possible reunion option at deadline

The Kansas City Royals have shocked the baseball world and should be treated as a playoff threat in the American League.

Patrick McAvoy

Royals urged to acquire All-Star ourfielder, former Rookie of the Year

The Kansas City Royals have shocked the baseball world so far this season and a strong trade deadline could help take them over the top.

Patrick McAvoy

Royals predicted to land top slugger available in deadline blockbuster

The Kansas City Royals are one of the surprise teams of the 2024 season, but to make a playoff push, they may need to pull off a trade for the best bat available.

Jackson Roberts

How to tune into Yankees vs. Royals for $1 on Thursday

Here's how you can listen to the radio broadcast of the Yankees vs. Royals game on Thursday for just $1.

Ella Morrissey

What channel is Royals vs. Angels on today?

Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game between Royals and Angels

Jared Greenspan

Chiefs, Royals stadium updates after Missouri residents reject tax

Residents of Jackson Count resoundingly voted against a tax that would help fund a new Kansas City baseball park and renovations at Arrowhead Stadium.

Bryan Murphy

Royals' Austin Charles makes little boy's week in viral video

Kansas City Royals prospect Austin Charles made a fan for live with this wholesome gesture.

Kevin Hickey

How to watch Royals games without cable in 2024

The Sporting News looks into how to watch Royals games without cable.

Daniel Yanofsky

Royals announce 11-year, $288.7M contract extension with Bobby Witt Jr.

The Royals are uncharacteristically spending big to lock in the face of their franchise.

Dan Treacy

What channel is Royals vs. Mariners on tonight?

All you need to know to watch Friday night’s exclusively streamed game between the Royals and Mariners.

Dan Treacy

How fast is Bobby Witt Jr.?

Witt is one of the fastest players in the game, and he showed it on Monday with an inside-the-park home run against the Mariners.

Edward Sutelan

Rangers trade for Royals' Aroldis Chapman ahead of MLB trade deadline

The Rangers acquired a reliever ahead of the trade deadline.

Kevin Skiver

What channel is Royals vs. Orioles on tonight?

Everything you need to know to watch the exclusively streamed broadcast of Royals vs. Orioles on Friday.

Dan Treacy

What channel is Royals vs. Brewers on tonight?

All you need to know to watch the exclusively streamed game between the Royals and Brewers on Friday night.

Dan Treacy

Royals' Ryan Yarbrough exits game after taking 106-mph comeback to face

Yarbrough was able to walk off the field with minimal assistance.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bobby Witt Jr. foul ball caught by dad in stands during Royals-Rangers game

Bobby Witt Sr. caught plenty of baseballs during his time with the Rangers. This time, he made an unlikely catch from his son 22 years after his playing days were done.

Edward Sutelan

Bustin' Out predictions, AL Central: Royals' Vinnie Pasquantino becomes an All-Star

We’re taking a spin around the majors, looking for one player from each team capable of, as they say, taking it up a notch and becoming a star — or, a bigger star — in 2023.

Ryan Fagan

#TheHobby Life: Royals reliever Taylor Clarke's 'full circle' collection with twin boys

Taylor Clarke has figured out the answer to the question that has, for decades, frustrated collectors standing in front of rows and rows of boxes of trading cards at retail stores or local card shops: Which box should I pick?

Ryan Fagan

Red Sox's Cora ejected after calm discussion following strange home run by Royals

Cora did not appreciate the explanation the umpire crew gave him for the home run, eventually resulting in his ejection.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Andrew Benintendi trade grades: Yankees, Royals make out well

The former Red Sox and Royals outfielder brings a decent amount to the Yankee offense.

Joe Rivera

Yankees-Royals trade details: NY acquires Andrew Benintendi

Here is everything you need to know about the trade between the Yankees and Royals:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Royals' Mike Matheny praises makeshift roster that beat Blue Jays: 'One of the best wins of the year'

Mike Matheny had strong words of praise for his young roster after Kansas City earned a 3-1 victory in Toronto.

Kevin Skiver

Royals use social media to promote vaccination after placing 40 percent of roster on COVID restricted list

The Royals have 10 players on the restricted list, the most in MLB so far.

Kevin Skiver

Why the Royals' COVID restricted list for Blue Jays series could influence trade deadline

The Royals will be without several players who are on the trade block during a weekend series north of the border.

Kevin Skiver

How long is Salvador Perez out? Latest updates on Royals catcher's thumb injury

The Sporting News has the latest updates on Salvador Perez's thumb injury, including a timetable for his return and Perez's injury history.

David Suggs

Astros' Ryan Pressly rips umpires after ejection vs. Royals: 'You have to be better than that'

Ryan Pressly was irked that home plate umpire Vic Carapazza concluded that he had thrown intentionally at Michael A. Taylor with two outs in the ninth inning.

Jacob Camenker

MLB City Connect uniforms: Where do Royals' uniforms rank among Nike's new jerseys?

With seven squads getting the City Connect treatment in 2021 and seven more teams set to roll theirs out in 2022, MLB is promoting some fresh looks.

Joe Rivera

Top prospect Bobby Witt Jr. ready for starring role with Royals

The No. 1 prospect in baseball has impressed his manager and teammates this spring both with his bat and his maturity.

Ryan Fagan

Indians' Bradley Zimmer joins small club with homer off brother, Royals' Kyle Zimmer

Bradley Zimmer became just the fourth batter to hit a home run off his brother in the modern era.

Edward Sutelan

Royals' Salvador Perez breaks Johnny Bench's MLB record with 46th home run by catcher

Perez has had a season for the ages. He broke Bench's longtime record with a two-run homer against the Indians on Monday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Royals' Josh Staumont, Carlos Santana team up for most bizarre out of MLB season

Did Royals relief pitcher Josh Staumont do this on purpose?

Jordan Greer

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.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Abreu, Dozier collide during White Sox-Royals

Both players would exit the game after the collision.

Joe Rivera

Angel Hernandez is bad at his job again; when will enough be enough?

The longtime MLB umpire ejected three members of the Royals in one inning after a contested call at home plate.

Tom Gatto

MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

Andrew Benintendi trade grades: Red Sox bank on future, Royals get better now

The Mets also snuck into the deal, getting a 22-year-old outfield prospect in the trade.

Joe Rivera

Umpire Jeremie Rehak misses strike call despite Josh Staumont throwing it down the middle

Royals pitcher Josh Staumont delivered a beautiful fast ball down the middle of the plate, but was robbed of a strike.

Jordan Heck

MLB won't let Reds' Trevor Bauer wear 'Free Joe Kelly' cleats

Bauer picked another fight with MLB as part of an effort to troll the Astros.

Dan Bernstein

Patrick Mahomes' big purchase after record contract: A stake in the Kansas City Royals

After signing the most lucrative contract in sporting history, Patrick Mahomes has purchased a stake in the Kansas City Royals.

Omnisport

MLB Opening Day 2020 live scores, updates, highlights from Friday's baseball games

There are 26 MLB teams starting their quest for a World Series appearance today. Sporting News will be tracking highlights, scores, updates and more.

Joe Rivera

Indians take huge step toward name change with home uniform decision

Cleveland changed up its threads for its season opener in a rejection of its own name.

Dan Bernstein

MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2020 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

If MLB loses the 2020 season, a salary cap should be part of its vision for the future

Baseball can at least use a nixed year as an opportunity fix its woefully short supply of competition.

Mike DeCourcy

Dayton Moore, Royals hailed for keeping minor leaguers, employees on the job

Kansas City executives bought themselves a lot of goodwill with two decisions announced Friday.

Tom Gatto

MLB presents its idea of socially distant baseball to teams

Teams have a lot to unpack. MLB is trying to cover every potential coronavirus hazard.

Tom Gatto

MLB payrolls 2020: Five takeaways from reported salary figures

Big-market teams are spending the most, but the league overall has been careful to keep a lid on expenses.

Tom Gatto

When is Opening Day 2020? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

When is Opening Day? Your guess is as good as ours.

Joe Rivera

Rumored MLB 2020 season plan: Three reactions

July opening? November ending? That's the latest speculation. Some thoughts on those rumors.

Tom Gatto

Missing Opening Day: Overreactions to Strat-O-Matic simulations

It's already like that in the baseball world. Hey, games are games and stats are stats.

Tom Gatto

Royals hire Matheny as manager

Matheny, who was 591-474 (.555) with one NL pennant in six-plus seasons managing the Cardinals, is the 17th manager in Royals history.

Bob Hille

Nationals secure home field in WCG

Gerardo Parra hit a grand slam in a whopping nine-run second inning to highlight the victory, which is Washington's seventh consecutive win.

Alexis Mansanarez

Brewers clinch playoff spot

Milwaukee dominated as it punched its ticket to postseason, just one day after the Nationals secured a wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

MLB: Rays take lead over Indians

The Rays sit in the second spot in the wild-card race, with a one-game lead over the Indians, after a 5-4 win over the Red Sox.

Alexis Mansanarez

How Ian Kennedy went from skeptic to romantic about closing

The right-hander doubted his new role, then embraced it during a resurgent 2019 season.

Dan Bernstein

Brewers top Padres, tie Cubs

The Brewers and Cubs both have 82-69 records and are now tied for the second National League wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

Mets shut out Dodgers

Rajai Davis hit a three-run double in the eighth inning to give his team the lead, helping keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: Sept. 7

Arizona has gone 11-1 in its last 12 games with its most recent win Saturday over Cincinnati.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Verlander throws no-no

Verlander struck out 14 and walked only one in the Astros' 2-0 win over the Blue Jays and is now 17-5 this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

LeMahieu homer lifts NY past OAK

While LeMahieu went 1 for 5 on the day, he came up big when his team needed him most.

Ameer Tyree

Royals sell team to investors

The Royals made the rumored move official Friday.

Thomas Lott

Cardinals win fifth straight game

The Cardinals' hits matched their RBIs on the night, as they notched 12 of each. They also got home runs from Yadier Molina and Paul DeJong.

Ameer Tyree

Royals owner may sell team

David Glass has owned the Royals since 2000 when he bought the team for $96 million.

Thomas Lott

Mets set record in loss to Braves

The Mets had an impressive pitching performance against the Braves on Friday, but fell short 2-1 in the end.

Ameer Tyree

Orioles allow record 259th HR

The Orioles are giving up more than two HRs per game, and with 34 games to play they'll smash the single-season mark for long balls allowed.

Bob Hille

Cardinals take no-hit bid into 8th

Dakota Hudson pitched 6 2/3 no-hit innings before he handed it over to the bullpen

Alexis Mansanarez

Zack Greinke gets 200th career win

The feat came exactly one year and one day after Justin Verlander joined the 200 club.

Alexis Mansanarez

Cubs' road woes continue

The Cubs fell to the Phillies 11-1 on Wednesday making them 0-10-2 in their last 12 road series.

Thomas Lott

Kyle Seager hits 3 homers

Seager became the 11th Mariner in team history with three home runs in a single game.

Alexis Mansanarez

Greinke picks up W in Astros debut

The ace pitched six innings, allowing five runs off seven hits while striking out two and walking two in his debut.

Alexis Mansanarez

Heyward's homer leads Cubs to win

"I just asked (manager) Joe (Maddon) to be patient with me. Just give me a shot and here we go," Heyward said.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Braves hold off Nationals

The 11-8 Atlanta victory came a day after Washington won with a similar margin of victory, 6-3, and was led by the efforts of Adam Duvall.

Alexis Mansanarez

Sore-armed Ken Giles tough to trade

Though "all the contenders" reportedly have interest in "100 Miles Giles," his sore elbow has sidelined him for the third time in 2019.

Bob Hille

MLB wrap: July 29

The Nationals third baseman hit a grand slam in the sixth inning to put his team ahead for good.

Alexis Mansanarez

Trevor Bauer sorry for CF throw

“Usually that (competitive) fire drives me and today it just boiled over and consumed me,” Bauer said. “That just can’t happen."

Bob Hille

MLB wrap: July 28

"All our goals are still here," J.T. Realmuto said after the game. "We feel like we have a team here to do something special."

Alexis Mansanarez

Blue Jays top Rays with walkoff

The Blue Jays trailed the Rays by four runs entering the ninth inning, but rallied to tie it up and win it in extra innings.

Ameer Tyree

Cardinals set record with 8 XBH

The Cardinals scored nine runs in the second inning and that might have been the least impressive stat of the night.

Thomas Lott

Lindor wants protective netting

The Indians star was upset after his foul ball hit a young fan at Progressive Field. Lindor said the child is expected to be OK.

Gabrielle McMillen

MLB wrap: Dodgers shut out Marlins

The Dodgers notched three home runs in the shutout but starter Walker Buehler stole the show.

Ameer Tyree

Royals focused on moving veterans

The Royals already completed a pair of deals this week as they sent catcher Martin Maldonado to the Cubs and Homer Bailey to the Athletics.

E.Jay Zarett

White Sox will limit rookie Dylan Cease, who expects to become a workhorse eventually

Cease had Tommy John surgery at 19. He still believes he can be a durable MLB contributor — once the White Sox let him stretch out.

Dan Bernstein

Royals get Montgomery back

Montgomery had been with Chicago since 2016.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: July 15

Bellinger managed to steal the show after he hit two home runs to now lead the major league with 33 on the season.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: Rays almost make history

Tampa Bay was close to pitching the first combined perfect game in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

Athletics trading for Homer Bailey

Bailey, 33, is 7-6 this season with a 4.80 ERA and has 18 starts with Kansas City.

Ameer Tyree

Cody Bellinger, Dodgers top Red Sox

The Dodgers beat the reigning MLB champions handily on Saturday, and on Cody Bellinger's birthday no less.

Ameer Tyree

Bell hits 3 homers in Pirates' win

It was the 20th three-homer game in franchise history, according to MLB.com, and the first ever by a switch-hitter.

Alexis Mansanarez

Yankees complete sweep of Red Sox

Didi Gregorius added an insurance run in the eighth and extended the team's home run streak to 31 consecutive games.

Alexis Mansanarez

McKay dominates in debut

"It was fun to watch,'' Rays manager Kevin Cash said. "Just the way he carried himself, it was kind of unflappable.''

Alexis Mansanarez

Hapless Orioles destroy Indians

Baltimore was exceptional at the plate and racked up 16 hits to Cleveland's six on the night.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: Phillies swept by Marlins

Although the Marlins are last in the NL East standings, they beat the second-place Phillies three times in a row this weekend.

Ameer Tyree

Yankees homer in 25th straight

Gio Urshela's home run kept the historic streak going against the Astros as the Yankees went on to win 7-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Keuchel pegged with loss in debut

Keuchel pitched in an MLB game for the first time since last year’s American League Championship series.

Alexis Mansanarez

Yanks, Tanaka shuts out Rays

The Yankees pitcher threw nine scoreless innings and struck out 10 in his team's 3-0 victory over the Rays.

Ameer Tyree

Maldonado dons tie for Dad Day

As they say, tie goes to the runner. Well, in this case, the catcher.

Joe Rivera

This is a golden age for MLB's rookie hitters — and the mediums promoting them

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Eloy Jimenez are setting out extend the most fruitful stretch for first-year position players since the 1960s.

Dan Bernstein

MLB Draft 2019 guide: Day 3 start time, pick order, TV channel, live stream

Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know about the 2019 MLB Draft, including best players available and the order every team will pick.

Dan Bernstein

2019 MLB Draft preview: Breaking down the weakest organizations in baseball

These teams are not expected to compete any time soon.

Dan Bernstein

Rockies complete sweep of Blue Jays

The Rockies topped the Blue Jays, 5-1, with the help of David Dahl and Nolan Arenado, who both finished 2 for 4 at the plate.

Alexis Mansanarez

Hiura leads Brewers to win

Hiura hit the game-tying two-run home run in the ninth to force extra innings against the Pirates on Saturday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Tim Anderson carries 'forever beef' with Royals; KC focuses ire on umpires

Drama between the White Sox and Royals continued Wednesday night.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: May 27

Oakland won its 10th consecutive game after topping Los Angeles, 8-5.

Alexis Mansanarez

Twins complete sweep of White Sox

It is the first time the Twins (36-16) are 20 games over .500 since the end of the 2010 season.

Alexis Mansanarez

Wacha 'unacceptable' in Cards loss

Wacha gave up six earned runs in 4 2/3 innings in a loss to the Royals on Wednesday.

Thomas Lott

Astros win 10th straight again

Houston became just the third team in MLB history to have multiple 10-plus game winning streaks before June 1st.

Alexis Mansanarez

Rangers club 5 homers in win

The Rangers plated 16 runs in a win over the Royals and they didn't even score the most runs on the day.

Thomas Lott

Remembering George Brett's incredible streak of three-hit games in May 1976

Not every cool baseball feat gets the love it deserves. George Brett's torrid six-game stretch in May 1976 is one that needs more attention.

Jason Foster

Rays win behind 2 Diaz homers

Two home runs and four RBIs from third baseman Yandy Diaz helped Tampa Bay improve to 24-14 on the year.

Ameer Tyree

Marte hits walk-off home run

"Those situations don't happen a lot, but there's something special about them," Marte said after the game.

Alexis Mansanarez

Hoskins hits 10th HR in 31st game

Rhys Hoskins is doing something special right now for the Phillies.

Thomas Lott

Mets spoil great deGrom start

The Mets started the year 9-4, but are 6-11 since.

Thomas Lott

MLB wrap: April 29

The Cardinals scored all the runs they needed in the fifth inning of their 6-3 win over the Nationals.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: April 28

The Nationals had not one, not two, but three players 21 or younger hit home runs against the Padres on Sunday.

Alexis Mansanarez

Alex Gordon's unexpected turnaround, and the other coolest things from last night

Gordon hit his fifth home run of the season Monday, continuing his scorching start to the year.

Dan Bernstein

MLB suspends White Sox's Anderson

Anderson's bat toss after a home run led to the Royals' Brad Keller beaning him and a benches-clearing scrum on Wednesday.

Bob Hille

Week 4 Fantasy Baseball Waiver Pickups: Brandon Lowe, Franmil Reyes among players to monitor

Sporting News Fantasy breaks down emerging fantasy baseball sleepers who could be hot waiver wire pickups, including Brandon Lowe and Franmil Reyes, as we head into Week 4 of the season.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: Who is Alex Verdugo?

The Brewers found out Thursday exactly who the Dodgers left fielder is.

Thomas Lott

Tim Anderson, Randal Grichuk clash on Twitter hours after White Sox infielder's ejection

Anderson celebrated a home run against the Royals a little too much, according to Grichuk.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 12

Arrieta, 33, gave up just one run in seven innings pitched. He has the 22nd most wins among active pitchers.

Ameer Tyree

MLB wrap: April 11

The Mariners have won 86.7 percent of their games through 15 times out this season.

Thomas Lott

Merrifield's hit streak ends

Whit Merrifield broke George Brett's franchise record by hitting in 31 straight games on Wednesday. Then his streak ended one day later.

Thomas Lott

Whit Merrifield breaks Royals' hitting streak record with two-out bunt single, passing George Brett

Merrifield was 0 for 3 before the seventh-inning breakthrough.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 10

The Athletics outfielder had his 17th multi-home run game since 2016 against the Orioles.

Alexis Mansanarez

Billy Hamilton leaves Mariners dazed after scoring from second on fly ball

One of the fastest men in baseball continues to amaze.

Dan Bernstein

MLB wrap: April 9

The Reds pulled off an impressive victory Tuesday, using a seven-run sixth inning to top the Marlins 14-0.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: April 8

The Cubs' 2-7 start had people asking questions, but Chicago had plenty of answers Monday with a 10-0 win over the Pirates.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: April 7

Los Angeles picked up a 7-2 win Sunday as Trout completed one of the best four-game series of all-time.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB wrap: March 31

Philadelphia started the Bryce Harper-era off on the right note.

Alexis Mansanarez

MLB Opening Day 2019: Scores, results, highlights from every game

Sporting News tracked all the action from Opening Day for the 2019 MLB season. Catch up on the scores and highlights with our updates from Thursday's games.

Jacob Janower

MLB Opening Day 2019 TV schedule: How to watch, live stream every game

MLB's blackout policy makes it difficult to watch live out-of-market games on Opening Day. Here's a guide to finding your favorite team on TV and live-streaming online, including DAZN's new whiparound highlights show.

Thomas Schlarp

MLB Opening Day 2019: Schedule for all 30 teams

Every MLB team will be playing on Opening Day in 2019 for a second straight year. Here is everything to know about the unofficial national holiday for baseball fans, including first pitch times and TV information for all 30 clubs.

Jacob Janower

Big changes to MLB rosters, trade deadline, All-Star voting to be announced, report says

Separate from those changes, players and owners will begin negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement more than two years before the agreement is set to expire.

Tom Gatto

Jeff Samardzija, Billy Hamilton turn into a throwback twosome

Jeff Samardzija is a fan of starters taking the ball every five days and pitching deep into games. Billy Hamilton talks of his new team going retro because its hitters don't go deep enough.

Tom Gatto

Touch 'Em All, Joe: The unanimous Mariano Rivera; Whit Merrifield's new deal; Hall of Fame thoughts

Will Derek Jeter join Mariano Rivera in unanimity in 2020? Not a chance.

Joe Rivera

Should the defensive shift be banned? Not so fast, say MLB managers at winter meetings

A majority of the skippers, not surprisingly, want to keep something that gives them an advantage during games.

Ryan Fagan

MLB trade deadline winners, losers: Dodgers, Pirates, Yankees make good first impressions

It takes years to accurately gauge moves, but there can still be initial observations. That's our basis for examining trades made during the two weeks leading to the 2018 non-waiver deadline.

Ryan Fagan

Mariners turn back clock for 20th anniversary of Turn Ahead the Clock Night

The Mariners are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the famous themed night, complete with alternate uniforms.

Gabe Fernandez

Meet Seuly Matias, the Royals prospect who's putting up Mike Trout stats

Seuly Matias has announced his arrival with a bang.

John Edwards

Shohei Ohtani injury update: Angels rookie has another blister issue, leaves start

Shohei Ohtani was forced to leave his start against the Royals prior to the top of the fifth inning.

Tom Gatto

Dylan Bundy turns in historically bad outing as Orioles give up 10 in first to Royals

The Orioles right-hander has an awful night and buries his last-place team in a deep hole.

Tom Gatto

Salvador Perez turns into the fun police against Tim Anderson, because baseball

Tim Anderson pimped his leadoff home run Saturday night too much for Salvador Perez's liking, and because Anderson is a repeat offender and the Royals are terrible, Veteran Leader (TM) Perez needed to say something.

Tom Gatto

Mike Trout, fan of snow, had a tough time playing in KC storm

Mike Trout says he loves snow, but he wasn't crazy about playing in conditions that were better suited for the Chiefs and Trout's beloved Eagles.

Tom Gatto

MLB free agents: Why a bidding war for Eric Hosmer makes no sense

In the latest installment of baseball contracts destined to fail, the Padres and Royals seem committed to engage in a bidding war for free agent first baseman Eric Hosmer — a commodity likely to age poorly and ultimately become a disappointing investment.

Christopher Carelli

Predicting surprise: Young players who could shine for Marlins, Royals in 2018

It’s possible that the now-depleted Marlins might slightly redeem themselves after their sell-off, thanks to the Marcell Ozuna trade that yielded them a young pitcher filled with potential. And it’s possible that the Royals have an outfielder who could be a steady presence in their lineup for years to come.

Jared Wyllys

Eric Hosmer is the crown jewel of free agent first basemen, but should he be?

There are a plethora of free-agent first basemen this offseason, but Eric Hosmer might not be the best — or most cost efficient — player on the market.

John Edwards

Whit Merrifield finally fitting in with Royals — with his bat and his legs

Whit Merrifield has cemented his spot in Kansas City’s long-term plans while ending his prolonged six-year career in their farm system.

Eli Hershkovich

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