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Around the Empire: An outlook on Team USA ahead of the WBC starting

Judge and Harper’s relationship; Yanks in WBC action; Schlittler’s secret to success; Jones’ swing; McMahon at the six

Tom Seaver’s 1969 Mets World Series ring sells for over $850,000 at auction

Dallas-based Heritage Auctions sold the piece of baseball memorabilia.

South Side Sox Reacts: Rookie hopes for 2026

Pick the debut that will most excite you

Juan Soto electrifies home Dominican Republic crowd with 431-foot home run in WBC tune-up

The two-run blast to right field by the Mets’star broke a 4-4 tie as the Dominican Republic defeated the Tigers 12-4 in the World Baseball Classic tune-up game on Tuesday night in Santo Domingo.

Max Fried admits he was ‘definitely rusty’ in spring debut as he looks to get sharp for Yankees

By the end of his spring debut Tuesday, he was pleased that he had hit his pitch count of 56, with the side bonus of keeping Panama off the scoreboard.

Mets’ Francisco Lindor takes rehab step in right direction with another coming quickly

Lindor hopes to be able to be ready by Opening Day on March 26, saying Saturday he was “still optimistic” about the goal.

Cubs BCB After Dark: Who will lead the Cubs in home runs?

The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who will take the Cubs home run crown.

Nick Castellanos powers Padres back into win column

San Diego secured the win with RBI-double in the eighth inning.

Rockies Reacts Survey: Who has the best chance of breaking camp?

Will there be a surprise on the Opening Day roster?

Yankees giving Ryan McMahon the chance to seize backup shortstop role

Ryan McMahon is entering his 10th season in the majors. He spent five-plus years in the minors.

Tigers owner gives vague answer on Tarik Skubal’s future in rare comments

Tigers owner Chris Ilitch had some rare comments on Tarik Skubal’s impending free agency this week.

Juan Soto homers for Team Dominican Republic as WBC exhibition games begin

Juan Soto played an exhibition game for the Dominican Republic on Tuesday and launched a homer in the team's win.

A’s topple Team Brazil 14-4

A nice blowout win for our boys

Giancarlo Stanton solid in Yankees spring training debut: ‘Nice, prototype first day’

The only thing louder than the recent hullabaloo regarding Giancarlo Stanton’s ability to open the snack of his choice was a baseball screaming off his bat at 114.3 mph.

Atlanta Braves issue official statement on Jurickson Profar

The Braves outfielder has been suspended for 162 games due to a second positive PED test.

Notable risers and fallers from MLB Pipeline’s 2026 Top 30 Brewers prospects

MLB Pipeline released the Brewers’ top 30 list Tuesday morning

SB Nation Reacts survey: Who’ll be backing up the Cubs outfield?

The Cubs might have some good under-the-radar guys to choose from for outfield backups.

Brewers drop exhibition game to Great Britain, 7-3

David Hamilton, Akil Baddoo both homer for first time this spring

Padres prevail as White Sox drop second straight, 4-3

South Siders outhit Dads, but bullpen buckles in Tuesday’s loss

Giants perform their civic duty

It’s good to know your role.

Dalton Rushing trying to cement his place in Dodgers star-studded team

Last year, Dalton Rushing felt like he was playing on “thin ice.” As a rookie back-up catcher with the juggernaut Dodgers, he spent most of his debut season almost walking on eggshells.

New late-inning Mets duo shines in exhibition against Team Nicaragua

The two major additions to the bullpen were in good form against Team Nicaragua

Mariners lose 7-6 to Angels in spring training

The Seattle Mariners fell to the Los Angeles Angels 7-6 in spring training despite a strong start from Bryan Woo.

David Ross returns to ESPN two years after Cubs firing: ‘I’m so fired up’

ESPN announced Tuesday that the longtime MLB catcher is coming back to the network on a multiyear deal

Italy 9, Cubs 4: The Cubs defeat the Cubs

Some Cubs prospects played for Team Italy. Confused? Read on!

6 under-the-radar MLB X-factors to watch as spring training unfolds

Colson Montgomery, Landen Roupp and Moises Ballesteros could be difference-makers for their teams in 2026.

Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas facing 80-game suspension for postive PED test

Another MLB player is facing a suspension for using performance-enhancing drugs.

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki struggles early in second Cactus League start, then settles down

Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki did not retire any of the five batters he faced in the first inning. After he was re-inserted in the second, he retired six in a row.

Phillies' Johan Rojas faces 80-game suspension following failed PED test

Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas faces an 80-game suspension after failing a PED test. Here's everything to know.

Arizona Diamondbacks 3, Mexico 6

The tune-up for the World Baseball Classic also gave the D-backs a chance to run out some young players, with the absence of a number of regulars, now off to play for their country. Those actually include Alek Thomas, who was in the opposition dugout here, and went 2-for-3, driving a run against his regular […]

Paul Skenes dazzles, Team USA clubs pair of homers in World Baseball Classic exhibition win over Giants

Skenes struck out four batters in three innings, and both Alex Bregman and Roman Anthony went yard.

Dodgers overcome first inning grand slam to beat Guardians

Roki Sasaki had a rough first inning, allowing a grand slam, but he and the Dodgers battled back to beat Cleveland

GameThread: Tigers vs. Dominican Republic, 6:05 p.m.

Detroit Tigers vs. Dominican Republic Time/Place: 6:05 p.m., Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal – Santo Domingo, DRMedia: MLB Network, Tigers Radio Network

Phillies CF Johan Rojas removed from Dominican WBC roster, reportedly facing 80-game suspension after failed PED test

Johan Rojas might not be playing for a while.

Tuesday Game Thread vs. Central Arkansas

4:30pm CT SECN+ On the Mound Tuesday @ 4:30pm SECN+ Vanderbilt #77 Jr. RHP Alex “The Kranz” Kranzler (1-1; 13.50 ERA) vs. Central Arkansas #39 Jr. RHP Patrick “It’s Pat” Fernandez (1-1; 6.75 ERA) The Lineup See you in the comments

Report: Johan Rojas tested positive for PED usage

This is the second 2025 Phillies member to test positive for PEDs

Quick Recap: Jays Beat Team Canada

Canada 7 Blue Jays 10 It looked like a runaway, early, the Jays were up 7-0 after 2 innings. But Team Canada tied things in the top of the eighth. Then the Jays scored three more in the bottom of the inning. Kevin Gausman cruised through his two innings, allowing a hit and a walk […]

Astros vs. Venezuela 3/3/2026 Exhibition Game Thread

The Astros will host Team Venezuela for an exhibition this evening at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches ahead of this year’s World Baseball Classic. RHP Cristian Javier is set to make his Spring debut while Team Venezuela will start SEA RHP Eduard Bazardo, who’s been scoreless through two appearances (1.1 IP) this Spring…

MLB scores: Mets 6, Nicaragua 3—All hands on deck

It was a group effort in the Mets win over Team Nicaragua.

Who's playing for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic? Full roster, schedule

Team Rubio is missing a few big names, but it should still be one of the most fun teams to watch in the WBC. Check out the full roster and schedule.

VOTE: Which pitching prospect are you most excited about?

And what do you think about the Yankees retiring No. 52 for CC Sabathia?

Who was on the 2023 WBC USA roster? Last World Baseball Classic's US squad

The United States came up just short in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Bo Bichette has big day at plate, Devin Williams dominant in Mets' win over Nicaragua

Jonah Tong toed the rubber and Bo Bichette shined at the plate as the Mets beat Team Nicaragua on Tuesday.

Yankees rout Team Panama in pre-WBC exhibition contest

The Bombers took down Panama convincingly ahead of the World Baseball Classic.

Lindor plays catch, McLean lined up for WBC start

McLean will face Team Italy in USA’s fourth and final game of pool play.

Max Fried struggles with control in spring debut as Yankees beat Panama 11-1

Max Fried struggled to command the strike zone and Giancarlo Stanton smashed a laser of a single in their first action of the spring as the Yankees topped WBC-bound Panama 11-1 on Tuesday in Tampa.

Why new Giants manager Tony Vitello heaped praise on Bryce Harper

Tony Vitello says Bryce Harper has "gone out of his way to help me out" as he transitions from college coach to MLB manager.

Exhibition Game Thread: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Great Britain

Brewers take on GBR in a World Baseball Classic tune-up in Arizona

What does the future hold for Jurickson Profar and the Atlanta Braves?

Assuming the suspension is upheld, the Braves now have a pretty big headache to deal with.

Braves' Jurickson Profar faces 162-game suspension after possible second failed PED test in a year

Braves designated hitter Jurickson Profar reportedly faces a 162-game suspension after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug for the second time in less than a year.