Category Archives: MLB Premium News
Javier Baez on WBC suspension for failed test: 'All my fault'
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez accepted responsibility for a positive marijuana test in 2023, which barred him from competing in the upcoming World Baseball Classic in his native Puerto Rico."Ho...
MLB Premium News Feb 17, 2026
MLB removing strike zone box from broadcasts due to ABS system
Major League Baseball broadcasts no longer will use the strike zone box to indicate where the pitch was a ball or a strike, a move that coincides with the league's implementation of the automated ball...
MLB Premium News Feb 17, 2026
Twins' Pablo Lopez has tear in UCL, Tommy John surgery on table
Minnesota Twins ace right-hander Pablo Lopez will be sidelined for an extended period while he recovers from a significant tear of the ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow, general manager ...
MLB Premium News Feb 17, 2026
Reports: Dominic Smith signs minor league deal with Braves
Journeyman first baseman Dominic Smith has joined the Braves' spring training camp as a non-roster invitee on a minor league contract, according to multiple media reports.Smith, 30, is a former first-...
MLB Premium News Feb 17, 2026
Reports: Tony Clark resigning from role as MLBPA director
MLBPA executive director Tony Clark is resigning from his position mere months before the start of a potential lockout, according to multiple media reports.The reports emerged Tuesday, the same day th...
MLB Premium News Feb 17, 2026
Aaron Judge: After 'brutal' wait, Yankees got winter moves right
New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge readily admitted that it was "brutal" to wait on his team to make some transactions this offseason.The three-time and reigning American League Most Valuable Player...
MLB Premium News Feb 16, 2026
Twins RHP Pablo Lopez dealing with elbow soreness
Minnesota right-hander Pablo Lopez cut his live batting practice session on Monday short due to "a little bit of elbow soreness," according to Twins manager Derek Shelton.Preparing to pitch for Venezu...
MLB Premium News Feb 16, 2026
Steve Cohen: Mets will never have captain with me as owner
After a tumultuous year that involved ongoing speculation about clubhouse camaraderie and leadership, Mets owner Steve Cohen is starting off the new season by making his thoughts clear on naming a tea...
MLB Premium News Feb 16, 2026
Angels OF Mike Trout unable to get insurance to play in 2026 WBC
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is the latest player who won't be participating in the World Baseball Classic because of an inability to get his major league contract covered by insurance.Tro...
MLB Premium News Feb 16, 2026
Reports: Padres signing INF Ty France to minor-league deal
Per the reports, France's deal includes an invitation to major league spring training. The signing is pending a physical.France, 31, won his first Gold Glove in 2025 while playing first base with the ...
MLB Premium News Feb 16, 2026



