Fauci cautions MLB against extending season into October amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
MLB players hoped to play through until at least November, but owners believe the already-shortened season should only go on until October. Dr. Anthony Fauci said the major leagues would be wise to wrap up the postseason in September.
Uncertainty over 2020 MLB season rises amid money quarrels
MLB's action was described to The Associated Press by a person familiar with the details who spoke on condition of anonymity because no announcement was authorized.
MLB offers players 80 percent of prorated salaries, 72-game season
Major League Baseball and its players are moving closer — to a deal or to Commissioner Rob Manfred ordering a shortened season without an agreement.
MLB offers players 80% of prorated salaries, 72-game season beginning July 14
Major League Baseball has offered players 80% of their prorated salaries and a 72-game schedule beginning July 14 in an effort to start the pandemic-delayed season, according to details of the proposal obtained by The Associated Press.
Washington Nationals World Series rings unveiled
The Washington Nationals unveiled the 2019 Washington Nationals World Series Championship Ring earlier today.
Nationals cancel virtual championship ring ceremony
The Washington Nationals are canceling their unprecedented virtual championship ring ceremony, but you can still get a sneak peek at the club's new bling this weekend.
Nationals to hold virtual World Series ring ceremony
The Washington Nationals are hosting the first-ever virtual World Series championship ring ceremony this weekend!
New MLB rules: shower at home, don’t spit, and mascots are banned
Major League Baseball will look somewhat like high school ball this year under protocols to deal with the new coronavirus, with showers at ballparks discouraged and players possibly arriving in uniform, like they did when they were teenagers.
Red Sox stripped of 2nd-round draft pick for breaking video rules, ex-manager Cora banned through 2020 postseason
The Boston Red Sox were stripped of their second-round pick in this year’s amateur draft by Major League Baseball for sign stealing in 2018 and former manager Alex Cora was suspended through the 2020 postseason for his previous conduct as bench coach with the Houston Astros.
Major League Baseball employees will participate in 10,000-person COVID-19 study
Researchers have partnered with Major League Baseball employees in a 10,000-person study aimed at further understanding the rate of infection of the novel coronavirus in the United States.
Baseball players, managers intrigued by MLB's all-Arizona option
Boston’s Chris Sale, out for the season following Tommy John surgery, thought about the prospect of his teammates sequestered in the Phoenix area for an extended period if Major League Baseball and its players adopt an all-Arizona start to the season.
MLB uniform maker switches to producing medical masks, gowns
The company that makes Major League Baseball uniforms has switched to producing masks and gowns in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
Baby Shark has landed in Japan
Just a few months after his famous “Baby Shark” theme became synonymous with the Washington Nationals’ World Series campaign, Gerardo Parra is blazing a new trail with Japan’s Yomiuri Giants.
Major League Baseball postseason may expand to 14 teams
The MLB playoffs could grow from 10 teams to 14 under a plan being considered.
Dusty Baker reaches agreement to become Astros manager: AP Source
Dusty Baker has reached an agreement to be the manager of the Houston Astros, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Zimmerman returns to Nats on one-year deal: report
Ryan Zimmerman is suiting back up for the Nationals next season, according to a report.
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker elected to baseball Hall of Fame
Derek Jeter came within one vote of being a unanimous pick for the Hall of Fame while Larry Walker also earned baseball's highest honor on Tuesday.
Alyssa Nakken becomes first female full-time coach in Major League Baseball history
Alyssa Nakken became the first female coach on a major league staff in baseball history Thursday when she was named an assistant under new Giants manager Gabe Kapler.
Astros fire AJ Hinch, Jeff Luhnow after MLB levies punishment for roles in sign-stealing
The Houston Astros fired manager A.J. Hinch and general manager Jeff Luhnow after Major League Baseball levied a one-year suspension on both men for their roles in the sign-stealing scandal, team owner Jim Crane announced Monday.
Former Nat Gerardo Parra gets 'Baby Shark' tattoo
Former Washington National Gerardo Parra may be headed to Japan, but he's bringing at least one memento of the Nats' improbable World Series run with him: A "Baby Shark" tattoo.