MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Wants To Address Competitiveness & Blackouts In Next CBA
With the current collective bargaining agreement (CBA) set to expire on Dec. 1, representatives from Major League Baseball and the Players Association (MLBPA) are expected to begin formal negotiations this spring. One of the biggest issues dividing the sport is…
The Mathematical Dynasty: How the Dodgers Mastered Probability and Variance
The modern fan experience has evolved alongside these strategies. Spectators now have access to Statcast data, launch angles, and exit velocities instantly. This thirst for immediate, transparent data mirrors trends seen across the broader digital entertainment landscape. Just as scouts…
MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark Believes Free Agency Signing Period Would Do ‘More Damage’ Than Good
MLB free agency was at a standstill for most of the offseason as several notable free agents remained unsigned with the start of Spring Training quickly approaching. That has been a common theme in recent years, which can understandably be…
Alex Bregman, Brad Keller Join Team USA Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic
The commitments for Team USA have continued to roll in this week since it was announced Clayton Kershaw was joining the roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. That since has been followed by Alex Bregman announcing his intention to…
Byron Buxton, Ernie Clement, Gabe Speier & Griffin Jax Join Team USA Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic
Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton, Ernie Clement of the Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners reliever Gabe Speier and Tampa Bay Rays' Griffin Jax were the latest players named to the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Each…
Rob Manfred: MLB Has Discussed Shortening Schedule & Adding In-Season Tournament
Major League Baseball has introduced several new rule changes over the years, including the addition of a pitch clock, shift restrictions and ghost runner in extra innings. The league is now set to implement the Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) Challenge…
MLB To Celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial Throughout 2026 Season
Major League Baseball announced that it will recognize America’s Semiquincentennial throughout the 2026 season to celebrate the nation’s founding 250 years ago and baseball’s distinct place in the country. As its first program, MLB introduced a new initiative through MLB…
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred Reiterates Plans To Retire After Contract Expires
Rob Manfred has had a controversial time as the commissioner of Major League Baseball since taking over for Bud Selig in January 2015. Some fans appreciated the changes he's made to the game to speed up the tempo and his…
Kirby Yates Signs 1-Year Contract With Los Angeles Angels
The Los Angeles Angels officially announced the signing of Kirby Yates to a one-year contract for the 2026 season. Yates' deal is worth a reported $5 million and marks a reunion as he spent a brief stint with the team…
Dodgers Part Of Record Total MLB Luxury Tax Payments For 2025 Season
The final calculations for the luxury tax bill of all 30 MLB teams have been revealed recently, with the Los Angeles Dodgers paying a record amount of $169.4 million in penalties for the 2025 season. The competitive balance tax (CBT)…
MLBPA Executive Tony Clark Hopes Players Have More Input On Rule Changes
With Major League Baseball and the Players Association (MLBPA) far apart on several important issues, many around the sport are expecting a lockout to be imposed when the current collective bargaining agreement (CBA) expires in December 2026. The players remain…
Phillies’ Bryce Harper Commits To Team USA Roster For 2026 World Baseball Classic
Philadelphia Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper announced on social media that he is joining the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. “Put the colors on my chest for the 1st time when I was 15. No other feeling…
