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Are we losing star pitchers at a higher rate than ever? We did the math -- here's what we found
We examined how much starting pitching injuries are really hurting baseball -- and what it means for 2025.
How Jacob deGrom is learning to throw smarter, not harder
He hasn't pitched a full season since 2019 -- but the Rangers ace has a plan to make 2025 special.
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Kings of Command: Breakout pitchers to draft in fantasy baseball
Which overlooked pitchers have the skill set to come up with a big season? Tristan H. Cockcroft digs deep into the numbers to present his annual look at MLB's "Kings of Command."
Juan Soto first outfielder pick in last mock before Opening Day
Check out the results of our first fantasy baseball head-to-head points mock draft of 2025.
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SPRING NUMBERS WE'RE WATCHING
A 40-year-old throwing 94.5 mph? A .696 batting average!? Spring training numbers we do (and don't) believe in
It's hard to know which stats to trust this time of year. So we dig in to separate what's real from the March mirages.
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Kiley McDaniel's top breakout candidate on all 30 MLB teams
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects on the verge of big things, here's who we expect to level up this season.
Fortnite announces Shohei Ohtani as first MLB player available in-game
COLE OUT FOR THE SEASON
Olney: Yankees must replace Gerrit Cole -- but they'll probably have to wait
Fans might want a big splash after New York lost its ace, but the right fit emerging could be months away.
Stephen A. distraught over Cole missing the season
The most important .186 hitter in the majors? Why everybody loves Austin Hedges
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Kansas City Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. did not suffer a broken bone when he was hit on the left forearm by a 96-mph fastball today, sources tell ESPN. While the timetable for his return is unclear, Witt is expected to avoid a long absence.
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- Royals' Witt avoids forearm fracture after HBP
- New Royals closer Estévez to make debut Friday
- Yankees' Fried eager to step up after loss of Cole
- Bello to miss season's start; Devers delays debut
- Yankees ace Cole will have Tommy John surgery
- Roberts, Dodgers finalize record-setting contract
- Jays delay Scherzer's next start due to thumb
- Jankowski opts out of Cubs deal, joins White Sox
- 30 teams, 30 breakout candidates
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MLB spring training 2025: 10 players scouts are buzzing about
These potential breakout stars are drawing rave reviews early in spring training.
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Final 2025 offseason grades for all 30 MLB teams
Now that we're into March and preparing for the 2025 season, let's hand out offseason report cards for every club.
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Ranking MLB's best at every position for 2025: Olney's top 10s
As a new baseball season approaches, we compare the elite at every spot on the diamond.
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What A's, Rays moving to minor league ballparks means for MLB
When Opening Day arrives, the A's and Rays will begin life in temporary homes. Here's how they got there and what can be learned.
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MLB players, managers on the decline of the first baseman
A position known for powerful sluggers has become a revolving door. We asked MLB insiders what has changed.
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Why D-backs believe Corbin Carroll will be better than ever
After a Rookie of the Year campaign in 2023, Carroll struggled for his first time as a pro last season. Here's why -- and how it made him stronger.
