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MLB 2 days ago

MLB legend Chipper Jones unleashes on 'worst umpire' after controversial calls in Cubs-Tigers game

Chipper Jones slammed MLB umpire Doug Eddings for his poor performance in Cubs' win over Tigers, highlighting missed calls amid ongoing debates about automated strike zones.

Chicago Cubs 2 days ago

Last Night in Baseball: Paul Skenes bests Phillies, looks like Paul Skenes again

Paul Skenes has put his early May in the rear view, Cal Raleigh extends his home run lead, Pete Alonso makes Mets history and more from the weekend's MLB action.

Los Angeles Dodgers May 19

Dodgers have younger stars now, but Clayton Kershaw's 18th season is still special

Here's a list of each MLB team's longest-tenured player who spent his whole career with that franchise in that city.

MLB May 13

Royals sign 45-year-old pitcher Rich Hill to minor-league deal, would be 14th MLB team

The Kansas City Royals signed 45-year-old pitcher Rich Hill to a minor-league contract. It would be his 14th MLB team.

Seattle Mariners May 10

Top landing spots for disgruntled Red Sox star Rafael Devers

If Rafael Devers and the Red Sox can't resolve where he should play, here are three teams that would be ideal trade destinations.

NHL May 9

Cubs and White Sox battle over Pope Leo XIV's fandom; Southsiders may have upper hand

The world has its first American pope in history, and since Pope Leo XIV is a Chicago native, the Cubs and White Sox are disputing his MLB fandom.

Pope Leo XIV May 8

Prominent Chicago priest hails local-born Pope Leo XIV as advocate for poor, baseball fan

According to Chicago church leaders, Pope Leo XIV, a city native, has a heart for the poor and is also a baseball fan. He roots for the White Sox, according to his brother John Prevost.

MLB May 7

USWNT star Mallory Swanson, Cubs SS Dansby Swanson expecting their first child

U.S. women’s national team forward Mallory Swanson is expecting her first child with husband Dansby Swanson, shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.

MLB May 1

Pirates ace Paul Skenes endures erratic start during 8-3 loss to Cubs

Pirates ace Paul Skenes endured a rare rocky start in an eventual 8-3 loss to the Cubs on Thursday.

Pittsburgh Pirates May 1

Baseball fan's fall 'accidental in nature,' police say, as graphic video shows incident

Pittsburgh officials said Thursday that a baseball fan's fall at PNC Park was being treated as "accidental in nature" as a graphic video showed the full incident.

Pittsburgh Pirates May 1

Baseball fan in critical condition after 21-foot fall from stands at Pirates-Cubs game

A fan fell from Clemente Wall at PNC Park in Pittsburgh onto the warning track on Wednesday night. The incident occurred in a game between the Pirates and Cubs.

Pittsburgh Pirates April 30

Baseball fan plummets from stands to ground during Pirates-Cubs game

A baseball fan at PNC Park in Pittsburgh plummeted from the stands in right field to the ground during a game between the Pirates and the Chicago Cubs.

Shohei Ohtani April 22

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is progressing in his return to pitching

Shohei Ohtani played catch over the weekend and is expected to have a light bullpen session as he nears a return to pitching.

New York Yankees April 21

2025 MLB power rankings: What are the injuries worth monitoring?

This week’s power rankings don’t feature much movement at the top, but they do feature the latest injury updates as we sort through the wreckage around the league.

Chicago Cubs April 13

Cubs pitcher Justin Steele to have season-ending elbow surgery

Chicago Cubs ace Justin Steele will undergo season-ending surgery to repair the flexor tendon in his left elbow, dealing a significant blow to the team’s rotation.

MLB April 13

Cubs hand Dodgers worst shutout loss in franchise history with 16-0 thrashing

Ben Brown used a two-pitch mix to throw six scoreless innings, and the Chicago Cubs got 14 runs on 15 hits in the final three innings of a 16-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night.

Chicago Cubs April 11

Chicago Cubs praised by PETA for response to viral goose nest at Wrigley

The Cubs are receiving praise for how the organization responded to a goose nest in a planter in the iconic bleachers at Wrigley Field.

MLB April 7

Kyle Tucker reacts to Vlad Jr.'s contract extension: 'It's great for him'

Chicago Cubs star Kyle Tucker says he isn't sure how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s massive deal will impact his future.

MLB April 5

Baseball Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins believes torpedo bats could lead to higher batting averages

Baseball Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins talked about torpedo bats and what they can do for hitters during an appearance on OutKick's "The Ricky Cobb Show."

Chicago Cubs April 1

Carson Kelly becomes first Cubs player in 32 years to hit for cycle in win over the Athletics

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly became the first Cubs player in 32 years to hit for the cycle in the team's 18-3 rout over the Athletics.

Los Angeles Dodgers March 27

MLB Opening Day 2025: Top moments and highlights

Here are the best moments from Day 1 of the 2025 MLB season.

Houston Astros March 27

MLB rookie power rankings: Which prospects are poised to make an immediate impact?

While many highly-regarded prospects get some final polishing in the minors, the first rookie power rankings of the year feature Roki Sasaki, Dylan Crews and the top young talents getting a big-league chance.

Cincinnati Reds March 27

Ranking the 10 best second basemen in MLB for 2025

Our eight-part position series continues with the top 10 second basemen entering the 2025 season.

MLB March 21

Ranking the 10 best outfielders in MLB for 2025

Our eight-part position series continues with the top 10 outfielders entering the 2025 MLB season.

MLB March 21

Dodgers-Cubs opener in Tokyo averages more than 25 million viewers in Japan, a record audience

Tuesday's first game of the Tokyo Series averaged more than 25 million viewers in Japan, according to Major League Baseball, making it the most-watched MLB game in the country's history.

Los Angeles Dodgers March 19

Dodgers complete Tokyo Series sweep with win over Cubs behind Kike Hernandez's big day

The Los Angeles Dodgers completed a two-game sweep over the Chicago Cubs with a 6-3 win in the Tokyo Dome on Wednesday morning behind Kike Hernandez's big day.

Los Angeles Dodgers March 18

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani shines in win over Cubs in 1st game of MLB season

The Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-1 in the first game of the MLB season Tuesday morning in the Tokyo Dome behind Shohei Ohtani's big game.

MLB March 18

Was trading for Kyle Tucker enough to make the Cubs serious contenders?

The Cubs will open the MLB regular season as the favorites to win the NL Central after trading for Kyle Tucker, but that might be their ceiling.

Chicago Cubs February 26

Sammy Sosa returns to Cubs dugout after years-long rift with team: 'Brings back memories'

The Chicago Cubs and Sammy Sosa have made amends after years of radio silence, and the former slugger was back in their dugout for the first time since 2003.

MLB February 20

MLB sees very first challenge using Automatic Balls-Strikes system in spring training

For the first time in MLB history, a pitch was challenged using the new Automated Ball-Strikes system — and the call on the field was overturned.