The Latest Breaking News from MLB

Universal DH will help Braves in 2022 and beyond

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred confirmed Thursday the league and the MLBPA have agreed to implement a universal designated hitter in the new collective bargaining agreement. That means no more traditional National League rules. No more pitchers hilariously flailing in the batter’s box.

Tribune News Service · Feb 11, 2022

Don’t Be Silly. This Isn’t Rob Manfred’s Fault, Says Rob Manfred.

During the MLB lockout, he said he’s the only one who’s made labor deals without a dispute. Sounds about right.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2022

Preg. & Resp.: ¿A qué se enfrentará Trevor Bauer por parte de la MLB tras no tener cargos penales?

Durante seis meses, el lanzador de los Dodgers Trevor Bauer ha esperado para saber si sería acusado de agresión sexual por dos encuentros que sus representantes dijeron que fueron "totalmente consensuados", aunque la mujer de San Diego declaró que no fue así.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 10, 2022

The Super Bowl Will Be a Crypto Ad Onslaught

But it’s just the capstone on a year when the industry went all in on sports fans.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2022

MLB, MLBPA to Meet Saturday for Next Set of CBA Negotiations

MLB has yet to make a counteroffer to the players' latest offer, instead asking for help from a federal mediator.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2022

Former A’s outfielder Jeremy Giambi dies at age 47

Jeremy Giambi, a former MLB player who spent two and a half seasons with the Oakland Athletics, died Wednesday at age 47.

Tribune News Service · Feb 10, 2022

Former MLB Outfielder Jeremy Giambi Dies at the Age of 47

Giambi, who played on the Oakland A's with his brother, Jason, died in his parents' home on Wednesday. He was 47 years old.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 10, 2022

Deesha Thosar: MLB delaying start of spring training is imminent as owners meet

NEW YORK — Commissioner Rob Manfred is scheduled to address the media on Thursday and is expected to deliver the biggest blow yet of the MLB lockout.

Tribune News Service · Feb 9, 2022

MLB fans crushed commissioner Rob Manfred ahead of his upcoming press conference

What could go wrong?

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 9, 2022

Michael Cunningham: Fans of MLB competitive balance should pull for players on one issue

Can’t blame anyone who has tuned out news of MLB’s lockout of players. What’s the point of keeping up with the details? The bottom line is that the two sides appear far apart, with pitchers and catchers (not) reporting next week. Braves supporters just want to know when they officially…

Tribune News Service · Feb 9, 2022