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Houston Astros September 15

Mariners Are So Hot Right Now. But the Mets? Our MLB Contender Rankings!

Two weeks away from playoff baseball. How are the contenders stacking up?

Los Angeles Dodgers September 9

Last Night in Baseball: There Has Not Been a No-Hitter in 2025... Yet

Two more near no-hitters, the Padres walk it off, Zach Neto makes a ridiculous catch you have to see, and more from Monday's MLB action.

Chicago White Sox July 31

2025 MLB Trade Deadline Buzz, Trades Tracker: Every Move Made Before Deadline

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is Thursday, July 31 at 6 p.m. ET. On that note, here are trade rumors around the sport.

MLB May 28

Tarik Skubal wants to be an inning-eating workhorse, even if MLB has changed

The Detroit Tigers ace is hoping to be a rare starting pitcher who is regularly on the mound late in games.

MLB January 7

Justin Verlander joining Giants on $15 million deal for his 20th season

Justin Verlander and the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a $15 million, one-year contract, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations

MLB July 25, 2024

Max Scherzer passes Justin Verlander for most strikeouts among active pitchers with 3,394

Max Scherzer took over 10th place on the career strikeout list, and the most among active pitchers, from Justin Verlander when the Rangers right-hander recorded his 3,394th against the White Sox.

MLB July 20, 2024

Justin Verlander to throw another bullpen session as he works back from injury

Houston's Justin Verlander is expected to throw another bullpen session as he tries to work his way back from neck discomfort.

Justin Verlander May 8, 2024

The Astros are loaded but they keep losing. Could they become sellers?

Houston's GM might not be able to envision his club being a seller at the trade deadline, but after its lopsided loss to the Yankees on Tuesday, the rest of us sure can, Deesha Thosar writes.

MLB April 25, 2024

WAGs of the 2024 MLB season: Popular baseball couples and their love stories

How many popular MLB couples do you know? During the 2024 season, you could catch these wives cheering on their husbands from the stands.

Houston Astros March 5, 2024

Astros' Justin Verlander to start 2024 season on injured list: 'It’s just a timing issue'

Shoulder inflammation will keep Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander out for the start of the season, with manager Joe Espada confirming that he will be placed on the injured list.

New York Yankees September 1, 2023

Yankees' top prospect Jasson Domínguez hits home run off Justin Verlander in MLB debut

The Yankees called up two highly-touted prospects Friday, and they both got hits in their first at-bats. One of them hit a moonshot off a future Hall of Famer.

Houston Astros August 23, 2023

Astros' Justin Verlander tells Red Sox manager to 'f--- off' in brief spat

Justin Verlander was seen and heard getting into a brief spat with Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora on Tuesday night after pitcher had PitchCom issues.

New York Mets August 14, 2023

Justin Verlander addresses Mets 'diva' rumors that allegedly ticked off Max Scherzer

Justin Verlander, who was dealt away from the New York Mets, allegedly had a 'diva' personality while in Queens that didn't sit well with Max Scherzer.

Houston Astros August 12, 2023

Astros' first baseman ends eight-year home run drought, hits two against Angels

Houston Astros first baseman Jon Singleton snapped an eight-year home run drought on Friday, hitting two home runs against the Los Angeles Angels.

New York Mets August 5, 2023

Mets owner Steve Cohen promises 'competitive' 2024 team despite massive deadline sell-off

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen penned a letter to season ticket holders promising a "competitive" and "formidable" team in 2024 despite a massive trade deadline sell-off.

New York Mets August 2, 2023

Mets lose in brutal fashion hours after trading Justin Verlander to Astros

The Kansas City Royals defeated the New York Mets on Tuesday night after Mets pitcher Josh Walker balked home the winning run in extra innings.

Houston Astros August 1, 2023

Justin Verlander back with Astros as Mets unload second ace at MLB trade deadline

The New York Mets have traded Justin Verlander back to the Houston Astros, as they unload yet another ace in a fire sale before the MLB trade deadline.

New York Mets July 26, 2023

Mets take Game 1 of Subway Series over Yankees behind Pete Alonso's two home runs

The New York Mets won game one of the Subway Series 9-3 over the New York Yankees on Tuesday as Pete Alonso homered twice in the victory.

New York Mets June 27, 2023

Mets lose to Brewers, fall to season-high 8 games under .500

The Milwaukee Brewers beat the New York Mets on Monday night 2-1 behind Joey Wiemer's two-run home run in the sixth inning to drop the Mets to a season-high 8 games under .500.

New York Mets June 20, 2023

Mets rout Astros behind Max Scherzer's eight strong innings, Francisco Lindor's five RBI

The New York Mets blew out the sliding Houston Astros on Monday night by a score of 11-1 as Max Scherzer delivered a strong start and Fransisco Lindor drove in five runs.

Toronto Blue Jays June 3, 2023

Blue Jays’ Chris Bassitt allows no runs against Mets, rushes back for birth of child: ‘Go be a Dad’

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt threw 7.2 innings of three-hit ball against the New York Mets and then rushed home for the birth of his second child.

New York Mets March 30, 2023

Mets begin Opening Day on sour note, put new ace Justin Verlander on injured list

Opening Day has notoriously been good to the New York Mets, but so far, it's not that way – they had to place Justin Verlander on the injured list.

Justin Verlander December 20, 2022

Justin Verlander introduced in New York, credits owner with decision to join Mets

Justin Verlander was introduced as the newest member of the New York Mets and credited owner Steve Cohen as one of the main reasons he chose the organization in free agency.

Celebrity News December 15, 2022

Kate Upton and Justin Verlander splash around in St. Barts after massive New York Mets contract

Kate Upton and Justin Verlander are reaping the benefits of his World Series win in addition to his new two-year $86 million deal with the New York Mets, in St. Barts.

New York Mets December 8, 2022

Mets re-sign Brandon Nimmo, add veteran reliever as payroll reaches record high: report

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has a luxury tax tier nicknamed after him and he's owning up to it this offseason, re-signing Brandon Nimmo and adding David Robertson in latest move.

New York Mets December 5, 2022

Justin Verlander, Mets agree to two-year, $86 million deal: report

Two-time World Series champion and reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander is joining the New York Mets, according to a report.

Justin Verlander December 2, 2022

Mets speak with free-agent pitcher Justin Verlander: report

Last week, the New York Mets reportedly spoke on Zoom with free-agent Justin Verlander, who is coming off his best season with an ERA of 1.75.

Houston Astros November 17, 2022

Justin Verlander noncommittal on future following third CY Young award: ‘Market will dictate itself’

Justin Verlander won his third CY Young award Wednesday night but was non-committal regarding his future as he became a free agent following the season.

MLB November 16, 2022

Justin Verlander joins elite company with third Cy Young Award, Sandy Alcantara takes NL honors

Justin Verlander is now one of 11 pitchers in MLB history to win three Cy Young Awards. He and Sandy Alcantara were given the honor on Wednesday night.

Houston Astros November 10, 2022

Astros’ Justin Verlander opts out of player option, becomes free agent

Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander declined his player option for the 2023 season and became a free agent days after Houston won the World Series.