MLB

McGwire back with A's, this time as special asst.

Former slugger Mark McGwire is back with his first organization, rejoining the Athletics as a special assistant to player development.[read more]

Ashcraft, Uceta add to player arbitration wins

Pitchers Graham Ashcraft and Edwin Uceta won their salary arbitration cases Friday, improving players to 5-0 this year.[read more]

↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves

We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.[read more]

Dodgers DFA reliever Banda, claim Rortvedt

The Dodgers designated reliever Anthony Banda for assignment on Friday after the left-hander won two consecutive World Series rings with the team.[read more]

Sources: Goldschmidt, Yanks finalizing 1-year deal

First baseman Paul Goldschmidt is finalizing a one-year contract to return to the Yankees, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Friday.[read more]

Ex-MLB player Puig found guilty in gambling probe

A jury has found ex-major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Friday.[read more]

O's beat Akin in arbitration in first win for clubs

The Orioles won their salary arbitration case against pitcher Keegan Akin, the first victory for teams this year after five decisions in favor of players.[read more]

Former MLB speedster Terrance Gore dies at 34

Terrance Gore, a dynamic baserunner whose speed impacted postseason games for the better part of a decade, has died at age 34.[read more]

Doc: Clase accused of rigged pitches in 48 games

Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase is accused of throwing suspect pitches to benefit bettors in at least 48 games over two years, significantly more than was initially revealed by prosecutors, according to a court document.[read more]

An intradivision swap? Houston making moves? MLB trade proposals that could shake up the start of spring training

Who has too many players at one position? Who has a big hole to fill? We found the biggest and propose deals to fix the imbalances.[read more]