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⚾ Top breakout candidates for all 30 MLB teams
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.[read more]

U.S. swaps Kershaw with Hoffman for WBC semis
Clayton Kershaw will not be on the United States roster for the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with the retired pitcher being replaced by reliever Jeff Hoffman.[read more]

Angels' Stephenson out with another elbow injury
Los Angeles Angels right-hander Robert Stephenson has another elbow injury and the reliever will be examined by orthopedist Dr. Keith Meister.[read more]

Langeliers homers 3 times in spring training game
Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers homered in all three of his three plate appearances in a spring training game Saturday against the Royals.[read more]

U.S. tops Canada, advances to showdown vs. D.R.
The United States booked its spot in the WBC semifinals with a 5-3 victory against Canada, joining the Dominican Republic team that mercy-ruled Korea in a 10-0 win in seven innings.[read more]

Cubs' Suzuki (knee) exits Japan's WBC defeat
Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki exited Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal matchup against Venezuela because of right knee discomfort.[read more]

Rangers giving ball to Eovaldi for Opening Day
Veteran right-hander Nathan Eovaldi, who posted a career-best 1.73 ERA in 22 starts in 2025, will again be the Opening Day starter for the Rangers.[read more]

Italy tops P.R., rides magical WBC run into semis
Italy continued its charmed run through the World Baseball Classic, earning a spot in the semifinals after dispatching Puerto Rico 8-6.[read more]

Venezuela KO's defending champ Japan from WBC
Wilyer Abreu hit a go-ahead, three-run shot in the sixth as Venezuela rallied to stun defending champion Japan and advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals.[read more]

This is going to be EPIC: Who has the edge in WBC showdown?
Who will win Sunday's star-studded World Baseball Classic semifinal? We've got you covered with players to watch, live updates and postgame takeaways.[read more]