The list of MLB Home Run Derby champions stands as a testament to sheer athleticism and raw strength. These remarkable individuals have captivated audiences with their display of long-ball prowess. From the towering shots that clear the outfield walls to the adrenaline-fueled showdowns under dazzling stadium lights, the champions have left an indelible mark on … Read more
Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper are among baseball’s All-Stars who say players will never agree to a salary cap but maintain there’s plenty of time to avoid a conflict that could shorten the 2027 season. “Both sides kind of have their line that they’re not going to cross,” Skenes, the Pittsburgh Pirates ace … Read more
CITIZENS BANK BALLPARK (Philadelphia) — Mike Trout circled this date months ago. Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game sits 45 minutes from Millville, New Jersey, where Trout grew up rooting for the Phillies and bleeding Eagles green. Getting back here was personal. Staying healthy was the hard part. Trout hadn’t started an All-Star Game since 2019. He … Read more
From Cal Ripken Jr.’s farewell to Kyle Schwarber introducing the swing-off with a bang, MLB’s All-Star Game delivers some of baseball’s best moments with all of its stars together in one place. With the 2026 midsummer classic set for Tuesday, July 14, we’re looking back at the top moments from the MLB All-Star game this … Read more
Even teams with losing records still have reason to believe. The Mariners are 48-49, yet they would get the final playoff spot in the embarrassing American League if the season ended today. Meanwhile, the Red Sox and Tigers, once left for dead, are suddenly making noise and among the six AL teams within four games … Read more
To celebrate the Midsummer Classic, we’ve built the All-Star team of the century, the ultimate 26-man roster based on first-half performance. We scoured the stats at every position to find the most impressive All-Star résumés since 2000. Some of the players who made our squad are household names you won’t be surprised to see, but … Read more
Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle can’t wait to go home for the All-Star Game in Philadelphia. “I’m super pumped,” McGonigle said Sunday before facing his hometown Phillies. Even though McGonigle is just 21, he has had a lot of travel bags for baseball. None, though, was like the white one sitting on the carpeted floor … Read more
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than having the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia? The stars will be on display on Tuesday, July 14 (8 p.m. ET on FOX and streaming live on FOX One). Veterans like Freddie Freeman and Chris Sale have been named to their 10th All-Star Game, while superstar Shohei … Read more
Major League Baseball has unveiled the All-Star Game rosters, and you’re probably wondering how one (or more) of the best players from your favorite team didn’t make it. But don’t fret yet. Remember, this is just the initial list. There will be replacements and changes before the All-Star Game takes place July 14 (8 p.m. … Read more
ANAHEIM, Calif. — When Perry Minasian was hired as the Angels’ general manager after the 2020 season, the team was coming off a fifth straight losing season and a sixth straight year missing the playoffs. Five-plus years later, that playoff drought is now at 11 seasons with no sign of a turnaround in 2026. With … Read more