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MLB owners and players in a tense negotiation over the proposed $245 million salary cap and revenue split for the 2026 season.
The Pitch

Rob Manfred's 2026 Economic Plan Includes $245M Cap for MLB

Major League Baseball owners have made their first salary cap proposal since 1994, the year a strike led to the cancellation of the World Series, according to ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and

Sofia Castillo·Jun 4
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Matt Pushard, a Rule 5 acquisition from the Marlins, is activated and added to the team's 40-man roster.
The Huddle

Cardinals Activate Rule 5 Pick Matt Pushard From Marlins

On March 29th, Matt Pushard allowed three earned runs on just 31 pitches during his brief major league debut, yet the Cardinals have now activated him, bringing their 40-man roster to 39, according to

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 4
Beating Manual Ladder Tracking: A Playbook for Sports Clubs
The Playbook

Beating Manual Ladder Tracking: A Playbook for Sports Clubs

The rising popularity of amateur sports has created a parallel demand for more sophisticated, data-driven management tools. According to industry analysis from Stax, this trend is a key driver propelling the expansion of…

Sponsored by Sports Solutions Pro·Sep 2
Lars Nootbaar rounding third base during a baseball game, symbolizing his return to the Cardinals lineup.
The Huddle

Cardinals target Lars Nootbaar activation before Friday's series

After hitting an opposite-field home run on a 1-0 pitch in his first rehab game, Lars Nootbaar is now targeted for activation from the 60-day injured list before Friday's series against the Reds, acco

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 4
Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Cristian Mena grimacing in pain on the pitcher's mound, clutching his shoulder after an injury.
Draft HQ

Cristian Mena slated for shoulder surgery, D-Backs assess recovery

D-backs' No. 11 prospect, Cristian Mena, is slated for season-ending shoulder surgery in the coming days, sidelining a crucial piece of their future rotation. This news confirms a significant setback

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 2
Split image contrasting a chaotic online forum of trade rumors with a focused baseball front office, illustrating the gap between speculation and reality.
The Huddle

MLBTR Chat Transcript Analysis Reveals Speculation Gap

An analysis of 10,000 recent MLBTR chat messages revealed that 75% of highly discussed trade rumors over the past six months never materialized.

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 1
Miami Marlins pitcher Zach Brzykcy on the mound, ready to throw a pitch during a night game under bright stadium lights.
The Huddle

Marlins select Zach Brzykcy for immediate MLB call-up

The Miami Marlins have selected Zach Brzykcy, making a high-stakes gamble on a pitcher with a 10.

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 1
Minor league pitcher Joe La Sorsa triggering an upward mobility clause in his contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing player leverage.
The Pitch

Joe La Sorsa triggers upward mobility clause in Pirates deal

For the second time this year, minor league pitcher Joe La Sorsa is triggering an upward mobility clause in his deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, forcing the team to either promote him to the 40-man r

Sofia Castillo·Jun 1
Cincinnati Reds player Elly De La Cruz grimaces in pain as he clutches his right hamstring after an apparent injury during a game.
The Huddle

Elly De La Cruz exits Sunday's game with hamstring injury

Elly De La Cruz pulled up at first base on a line drive Sunday, clutching his right hamstring and casting a shadow over the Cincinnati Reds' promising season.

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 1
Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto is shown with a noticeable limp on the field, while rookie pitcher Ryan Miller is seen in the dugout, as the team faces playoff uncertainty.
The Huddle

Phillies update J.T. Realmuto injury, Ryan Miller call-up for 2026

J.T. Realmuto exhibited a noticeable limp just hours before a crucial division series, casting uncertainty over the Philadelphia Phillies' playoff prospects for the 2026 season. Realmuto's MRI results

Rachel Goldberg·Jun 1
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zach Pop walking off a baseball mound, looking dejected after being designated for assignment.
The Huddle

Phillies designate pitcher Zach Pop for assignment

Just days after his reinstatement from the injured list on Saturday, May 18, 2026, and despite signing a one-year contract on Monday, May 13, right-handed pitcher Zach Pop was designated for assignmen

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester on a baseball mound during a rehab assignment, looking dejected under a dim sky.
The Pitch

Brewers send Quinn Priester to Arizona Complex League for rehab

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Quinn Priester posted a staggering 21.

Sofia Castillo·May 31
Red Sox player Tommy Kahnle in a dugout, contemplating a decision under a spotlight, with a shadowy executive figure in the background.
Hardwood Intel

Tommy Kahnle's opt-out clause forces Red Sox decision

Tommy Kahnle has not allowed a run since April 17, yet exercised an opt-out clause in his minor league contract on May 1.

Darius Tehrani·May 31
Kansas City Royals pitcher on the mound under a stormy sky, symbolizing team struggles with injuries and bullpen issues.
The Huddle

Kansas City Royals face pitching injuries and bullpen struggles

On May 30, 2026, Kansas City Royals shortstop Maikel Garcia exited the game against the Rangers with a hamstring strain, adding another critical injury to a team already battling the third-highest bul

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Nolan Arenado of the Arizona Diamondbacks hitting a powerful home run during a crucial game, with stadium lights in the background.
The Huddle

Nolan Arenado's 7 Home Runs Fuel Diamondbacks Comeback

Nolan Arenado, a key figure for the Arizona Diamondbacks, recently launched a 411-foot, three-run go-ahead homer.

Rachel Goldberg·May 31
Chicago White Sox prospect Jacob Gonzalez in uniform, stepping onto a baseball field with a bat, ready for his MLB debut.
Draft HQ

White Sox call up 15th overall pick Jacob Gonzalez

Jacob Gonzalez has blasted 18 home runs in just 54 games with Triple-A Charlotte this season, leading all Triple-A players and compelling the Chicago White Sox to select him for the MLB roster, accord

Rachel Goldberg·May 30
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami grimaces in pain on the baseball field after suffering a hamstring injury during a game.
Draft HQ

Murakami's hamstring injury sidelines White Sox slugger

Munetaka Murakami, who led the American League with 20 home runs, 41 RBI, and 43 runs entering Friday, exited the White Sox game in the third inning after injuring his hamstring running out a...

Rachel Goldberg·May 30
A silhouetted hockey player on an ice rink, representing the late Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion.
On the Ice

Stanley Cup champion winger Claude Lemieux dies at 60

Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion and fierce competitor, died at age 60 by suicide, a stark end for a player who defined clutch performances.

Marco Moretti·May 29
Craig Breslow, Chief Baseball Officer of the Boston Red Sox, contemplates trade options on a baseball field.
The Pitch

Craig Breslow weighs Red Sox trade outlook amid last-place struggles

Since firing Alex Cora and six coaches on April 26, the Boston Red Sox's pitching rotation has dramatically improved from a 5.

Sofia Castillo·May 28
Teoscar Hernández shown experiencing pain and exiting a baseball game due to a left groin strain injury.
The Huddle

Teoscar Hernández strains groin, exits Wednesday's game

Teoscar Hernández, hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 28
MLB players and owners in a tense negotiation over a new collective bargaining agreement, symbolizing financial stakes and team expenditures.
The Huddle

MLBPA Proposes New Spending Floor in Collective Bargaining

The MLB Players Association has proposed nearly doubling the minimum player salary to $1.

Rachel Goldberg·May 28
Houston Astros pitcher delivering a pitch during a combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, with stadium lights illuminating the field.
The Huddle

Astros Pitchers Combine for First No-Hitter of the Season

In a stunning turn, Alimber Santa pitched the ninth inning of the Houston Astros' combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, becoming only the second player in MLB history to achieve such a feat in

Rachel Goldberg·May 26
Chicago Cubs pitcher Ty Blach on the mound, wearing his team uniform, with a determined expression.
Hardwood Intel

Cubs re-sign veteran pitcher Ty Blach to minor league contract

Despite a career 5.39 ERA over 157 MLB games, the Chicago Cubs have re-signed veteran pitcher Ty Blach to a minor league deal worth $820,000 guaranteed, according to Spotrac . This guaranteed commitme

Darius Tehrani·May 26
Pitcher Spencer Turnbull in uniform on a baseball mound, with a stadium and fans visible, representing his signing with the Cerveceros de Tecate.
The Pitch

Spencer Turnbull signs with Mexican Northern League team

Just three years after throwing a no-hitter for the Detroit Tigers, pitcher Spencer Turnbull has signed with the Cerveceros de Tecate of the Mexican Northern League.

Sofia Castillo·May 26