<![CDATA[Arizona Diamondbacks - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/diamondbacks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngArizona Diamondbacks - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/diamondbacks/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 05:41:56 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: Strikeouts broke baseball. Now a league grapples with how to fix itself]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[MLB trade target tiers: Ranking 92 hitters, starters and relievers who could be available]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:15:25 GMT<![CDATA[MLB execs predict Crochet, Chisholm and 16 other players most likely to be traded at deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:01:22 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: Before the strikeout craze, baseball's 'Galileos' fought to change the game]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561728/2024/06/26/missing-bats-part-3-brent-strom-tom-house-strikeouts-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561728/2024/06/26/missing-bats-part-3-brent-strom-tom-house-strikeouts-mlb/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:31 GMT<![CDATA[Messy National League's upcoming standings chaos, plus why Aaron Judge loves center field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:00:21 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Mr. Met cheers during game two of a doubleheader between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets at Citi Field on August 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline report: Targets and teams to track in murky market]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:01:00 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 19: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics celebrates his game-winning strike out against the Kansas City Royals in the ninth inning at Oakland Coliseum on June 19, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies, Yankees fight for first, Blue Jays wilt; Who's your team's MDP?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:41 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: How culture and tech converged to spread baseball’s strikeout gospel]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:39 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: How an obsession with strikeouts upended the balance of baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537852/2024/06/24/mlb-missing-bats-baseball-strikeout-pitch-tracking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537852/2024/06/24/mlb-missing-bats-baseball-strikeout-pitch-tracking/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:12 GMT<![CDATA[One difference-making trade for each of NL's 10 teams in wild-card race, from Braves to Giants]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5584911/2024/06/24/mlb-trade-deadline-national-league-wild-card-team-deals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5584911/2024/06/24/mlb-trade-deadline-national-league-wild-card-team-deals/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:59:46 GMT<![CDATA[2024 MLB Mock draft 2.0: Charlie Condon to Cleveland, Bryce Rainer into the top 10]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572706/2024/06/19/mlb-mock-draft-2024-charlie-condon-bryce-rainer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5572706/2024/06/19/mlb-mock-draft-2024-charlie-condon-bryce-rainer/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Diamondbacks, Cardinals on the rise; every team's unsung hero]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569385/2024/06/18/mlb-power-rankings-diamondbacks-cardinals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569385/2024/06/18/mlb-power-rankings-diamondbacks-cardinals/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:00:59 GMT<![CDATA[MLB City Connect: All 29 uniforms ranked, from the so-so to the sublime]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560347/2024/06/17/mlb-city-connect-uniform-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560347/2024/06/17/mlb-city-connect-uniform-rankings/Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:01 GMT<![CDATA[Looking back at MLB's 2023 trade season: What deals made an impact, then and now?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558636/2024/06/14/mlb-2023-trade-season-impact-lookback/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558636/2024/06/14/mlb-2023-trade-season-impact-lookback/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:15:47 GMTARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 18: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Globe Life Field on September 18, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. 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Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Is MLB's 162-game season too long? Players are split on whether changes are needed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544091/2024/06/10/mlb-season-length-player-poll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5544091/2024/06/10/mlb-season-length-player-poll/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:05:29 GMTApr 1, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon warms up before the game against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum. 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(Photo by Thomas Skrlj/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Opposite day for Yankees, Diamondbacks, Marlins. New lows for White Sox, Rockies]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468756/2024/05/03/yankees-white-sox-rockies-shota-imanaga-stats/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468756/2024/05/03/yankees-white-sox-rockies-shota-imanaga-stats/Fri, 03 May 2024 09:15:12 GMTApr 30, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins outfielder Jesus Sanchez (12), outfielder Bryan De La Cruz (14) and third baseman Otto Lopez (61) celebrate over Colorado Rockies catcher Elias Diaz (35) following the tenth inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Which MLB teams have underperformed or overperformed against expectations?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461468/2024/05/01/mlb-teams-underperform-overperform-april/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461468/2024/05/01/mlb-teams-underperform-overperform-april/Wed, 01 May 2024 09:30:34 GMT<![CDATA[With stolen bases back in vogue, MLB's fastest teams are making opponents find new ways to slow them down]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5460747/2024/05/01/stolen-bases-mlb-pickoff-new-methods/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5460747/2024/05/01/stolen-bases-mlb-pickoff-new-methods/Wed, 01 May 2024 09:00:32 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 07: Lane Thomas #28 of the Washington Nationals steals second base as Trea Turner #7 of the Philadelphia Phillies can&#039;t make the tag during the fifth inning at Nationals Park on April 07, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jess Rapfogel/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Thousands of bees delay Dodgers-Diamondbacks game, beekeeper comes to the rescue]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5462609/2024/04/30/dodgers-diamondbacks-delay-bees/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5462609/2024/04/30/dodgers-diamondbacks-delay-bees/Wed, 01 May 2024 02:58:41 GMTBees swarm on the home plate net delaying the start of the game between the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix on April 30, 2024.<![CDATA[What early MLB trends should you believe, and not believe, as April turns to May?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458722/2024/04/30/mlb-early-season-trends-astros-shota-imanaga/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458722/2024/04/30/mlb-early-season-trends-astros-shota-imanaga/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:31:22 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Our top 10 sees some shuffling; Who is your team's early MVP?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458251/2024/04/30/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-cubs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458251/2024/04/30/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-cubs/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:20 GMT<![CDATA[Dodgers hitters go full game without striking out for first time in 18 years]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459787/2024/04/30/dodgers-diamondbacks-no-strikeouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5459787/2024/04/30/dodgers-diamondbacks-no-strikeouts/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:58:14 GMTTORONTO, ON - APRIL 28: Mookie Betts #50 and Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers stand in the on deck circle against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on April 28, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Twenty underrated MLB prospects off to fast starts: Matt Wilkinson, Jonah Tong and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5456544/2024/04/29/underrated-minor-league-prospects-matt-wilkinson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5456544/2024/04/29/underrated-minor-league-prospects-matt-wilkinson/Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:55:09 GMT<![CDATA[Revealing MLB's best front office; the Giants' bullpen catcher had viral moment]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5441859/2024/04/24/mlb-best-front-office-giants-bullpen-catcher-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5441859/2024/04/24/mlb-best-front-office-giants-bullpen-catcher-the-windup/Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:33:40 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 14: Shohei Ohtani poses for a photo with President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman (R) at Dodger Stadium on December 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What are the Top 10 front offices in MLB? Here's how 40 executives voted]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5424700/2024/04/24/mlb-front-office-rankings/Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:47 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Guardians goin' up, Braves reclaim the throne; plus standout stats]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5436208/2024/04/23/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-yankees/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5436208/2024/04/23/mlb-power-rankings-guardians-yankees/Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:00:23 GMT<![CDATA[Eno Sarris’ updated MLB starting pitcher rankings: Rodriguez, Peralta move into the top 10]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426812/2024/04/19/mlb-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426812/2024/04/19/mlb-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[2024 MLB Draft top 50 prospects rankings: Why Keith Law has Charlie Condon at No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421487/2024/04/18/mlb-draft-2024-prospect-rankings-top-50-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5421487/2024/04/18/mlb-draft-2024-prospect-rankings-top-50-keith-law/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:42 GMT<![CDATA[The top 100 potential MLB free agents for 2024-25 offseason — with options galore]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419703/2024/04/17/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419703/2024/04/17/mlb-free-agents-2024-2025-offseason/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:31:06 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Astros, Mariners lose their grip and a new No. 1 ascends]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416688/2024/04/16/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416688/2024/04/16/mlb-power-rankings-dodgers-astros-2/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:56 GMT<![CDATA[Paul Skenes' strong start, Jeferson Quero sidelined: Minor league notes on NL teams' top prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415989/2024/04/15/minor-league-notes-national-league-paul-skenes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415989/2024/04/15/minor-league-notes-national-league-paul-skenes/Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:30:12 GMTSARASOTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 29: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitches during a spring training game against the Baltimore Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium on February 29, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Red Sox rising; early-season overreactions for each team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399932/2024/04/09/mlb-power-rankings-red-sox-braves-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399932/2024/04/09/mlb-power-rankings-red-sox-braves-2/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:00:28 GMT<![CDATA[The last season of Oakland A’s baseball; remarkable opening week happenings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393847/2024/04/05/oakland-as-sacramento-move-2025-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393847/2024/04/05/oakland-as-sacramento-move-2025-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 14:57:06 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: Seats are empty as the Boston Red Sox play the Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum on April 02, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Loren Elliott/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why the D-Backs were better positioned than the Rangers to sign Jordan Montgomery]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392625/2024/04/05/diamondbacks-jordan-montgomery-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392625/2024/04/05/diamondbacks-jordan-montgomery-rangers/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:00:36 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 24: Owner Ken Kendrick of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates with the Warren C. Giles Trophy, given to the champion of the National League, after beating Philadelphia Phillies 4-2 in Game Seven of the Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 24, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Minor League notes: Where the top 50 MLB prospects are opening the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381885/2024/04/05/minor-league-top-prospect-assignments-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5381885/2024/04/05/minor-league-top-prospect-assignments-2024/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:45:11 GMTSARASOTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 29: Jackson Holliday #87 of the Baltimore Orioles warms up during a spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Ed Smith Stadium on February 29, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ranking all 30 MLB starting rotations as 2024 season begins: Braves top the list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388585/2024/04/04/mlb-starting-rotation-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388585/2024/04/04/mlb-starting-rotation-rankings/Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:51:13 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Damn, Yankees! New York, Milwaukee get off to hot start]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383784/2024/04/02/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-brewers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383784/2024/04/02/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-brewers/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:04 GMT<![CDATA[Scouting potential No. 1 pick Charlie Condon and more 2024 MLB Draft notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382181/2024/04/01/charlie-condon-2024-mlb-draft-scouting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5382181/2024/04/01/charlie-condon-2024-mlb-draft-scouting/Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:00:08 GMT<![CDATA[So many happenings on Opening Day, including an instant classic in Texas]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5377704/2024/03/29/mlb-opening-day-texas-rangers-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5377704/2024/03/29/mlb-opening-day-texas-rangers-the-windup/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:03:36 GMTARLINGTON, TX - MARCH 28: Jonah Heim #28 of the Texas Rangers celebrates with teammates after hitting a walk off one-run single in the tenth inning to win the game between the Chicago Cubs and the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Thursday, March 28, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Cooper Neill/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[What we saw across MLB on Opening Day: Orioles excite, Ohtani embraced, A's abandoned]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376767/2024/03/29/what-we-saw-mlb-opening-day/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376767/2024/03/29/what-we-saw-mlb-opening-day/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:00:07 GMTBALTIMORE, MD - MARCH 28: Ryan Mountcastle #6 of the Baltimore Orioles takes the field during pregame ceremonies prior to the game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on Thursday, March 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Diamondbacks' 14 runs in one inning versus Rockies sets franchise record]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376929/2024/03/29/diamondbacks-score-14-runs-rockies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376929/2024/03/29/diamondbacks-score-14-runs-rockies/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:20:28 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 28: Ketel Marte #4 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates after scoring a run with Geraldo Perdomo #2 against the Colorado Rockies in the third inning at Chase Field on March 28, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Zac BonDurant/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Position Player Tiers 2024: How 100 of the game's best stack up]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372801/2024/03/28/mlb-position-player-tiers-rankings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372801/2024/03/28/mlb-position-player-tiers-rankings/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:30:42 GMT<![CDATA[2024 MLB season preview: Opening Day grades, odds and analysis for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5354007/2024/03/28/mlb-season-preview-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5354007/2024/03/28/mlb-season-preview-2024/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:15:43 GMT<![CDATA[One bold prediction for every MLB team on Opening Day]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369324/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-bold-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369324/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-bold-predictions-2024/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:15:02 GMT<![CDATA[Diamondbacks top prospect Jordan Lawlar out at least 2 months after right thumb surgery]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373665/2024/03/27/diamondbacks-jordan-lawlar-injury/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373665/2024/03/27/diamondbacks-jordan-lawlar-injury/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:58:09 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Jordan Lawlar #10 of the Arizona Diamondbacks bats in the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Four of the World Series at Chase Field on October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Jordan Montgomery signing has NL West looking tough; will the Blue Jays put it all together?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372635/2024/03/27/jordan-montgomery-signs-diamondbacks-blue-jays-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372635/2024/03/27/jordan-montgomery-signs-diamondbacks-blue-jays-the-windup/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:56:34 GMTARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 04: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers delivers a pitch during a game against the Miami Marlins at Globe Life Field on August 04, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Bailey Orr/Texas Rangers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Zac Gallen's World Series near-miss only makes him 'want to get back there']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370636/2024/03/27/zac-gallen-arizona-diamondbacks-world-series/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370636/2024/03/27/zac-gallen-arizona-diamondbacks-world-series/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:30:33 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 01: Zac Gallen #23 of the Arizona Diamondbacks looks on during Game 5 of the 2023 World Series between the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Predictions, projections and wild guesses for the 2024 MLB season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368497/2024/03/27/mlb-predictions-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368497/2024/03/27/mlb-predictions-2024-season/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:45:25 GMT<![CDATA[MLB award predictions for 2024: Mookie Betts, Juan Soto, Wyatt Langford among Bowden's picks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371273/2024/03/27/mlb-award-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5371273/2024/03/27/mlb-award-predictions-2024/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:30:58 GMT<![CDATA[MLB in 2024: 25 numbers that define baseball and set the stage for this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370030/2024/03/27/mlb-2024-season-numbers-facts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5370030/2024/03/27/mlb-2024-season-numbers-facts/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:15:20 GMTTAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 20: Juan Soto #22 and Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees talk during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field on February 20, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by New York Yankees/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Diamondbacks, Jordan Montgomery in agreement on $25 million deal: Source]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5199749/2024/03/26/jordan-montgomery-signing-diamondbacks-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5199749/2024/03/26/jordan-montgomery-signing-diamondbacks-free-agency/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 01:04:50 GMTARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 18: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Globe Life Field on September 18, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How every MLB team can make the 2024 Playoffs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367349/2024/03/26/mlb-postseason-preview-playoffs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5367349/2024/03/26/mlb-postseason-preview-playoffs/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:45:00 GMTTexas Rangers relief pitcher Josh Sborz (66) celebrates with catcher Jonah Heim (28) after beating the Arizona Diamondbacks to win the World Series in game five of the 2023 World Series at Chase Field in Phoenix on Nov. 1, 2023.<![CDATA[MLB Preseason Power Rankings: Braves, Dodgers duke it out for the top spot]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366802/2024/03/26/mlb-preseason-power-rankings-braves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366802/2024/03/26/mlb-preseason-power-rankings-braves/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:59 GMT<![CDATA[MLB offseason grades 2.0: Which teams passed — and which teams failed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365090/2024/03/25/mlb-offseason-grades-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365090/2024/03/25/mlb-offseason-grades-2024-season/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:30:11 GMTSCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 21: Blake Snell (7) of the San Francisco Giants throws a bullpen session at Scottsdale Stadium on March 21, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Andy Kuno/San Francisco Giants/Getty Images)<![CDATA[24 MLB predictions for 2024 season: Alonso to Cubs? Bieber to O's? Dodgers fall short again?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365265/2024/03/25/mlb-predictions-2024-season-alonso-bieber-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5365265/2024/03/25/mlb-predictions-2024-season-alonso-bieber-dodgers/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:00:21 GMTNew York Mets&#039; Pete Alonso #20 is batting during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Florida, on March 1, 2024. (Photo by Gordon Donovan/NurPhoto via AP)<![CDATA[Ranking all 30 MLB teams' Opening Day lineups: Braves, Dodgers lead way, Yankees much improved]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355688/2024/03/22/mlb-lineup-ranking-braves-dodgers-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5355688/2024/03/22/mlb-lineup-ranking-braves-dodgers-rangers/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:31:38 GMT<![CDATA[The 2024 Aces Project: MLB insiders rank starting pitchers, from 'just a guy' to No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352336/2024/03/20/2024-mlb-aces-project-starting-pitchers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352336/2024/03/20/2024-mlb-aces-project-starting-pitchers/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:30:37 GMT<![CDATA[MLB National League West preview: preseason grades, odds and analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5345296/2024/03/20/mlb-national-league-west-preview-preseason-grades-odds-and-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5345296/2024/03/20/mlb-national-league-west-preview-preseason-grades-odds-and-analysis/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 09:00:15 GMT<![CDATA[Blake Snell changes narrative in San Francisco; not the offseason Boras envisioned]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353677/2024/03/19/blake-snell-giants-scott-boras-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353677/2024/03/19/blake-snell-giants-scott-boras-the-windup/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 15:19:39 GMTSan Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell works against a Miami Marlins batter during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)<![CDATA[Scouting Jackson Chourio, Jordan Lawlar and others in Arizona Breakout Games — Keith Law]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352531/2024/03/19/scouting-mlb-breakout-games-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5352531/2024/03/19/scouting-mlb-breakout-games-keith-law/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:30:01 GMTMar 14, 2024; Peoria, Arizona, USA; Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Jackson Chourio (11) bats against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Bowden's 2024 All-MLB Breakout Team: A roster of promising players to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351526/2024/03/19/mlb-breakout-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351526/2024/03/19/mlb-breakout-predictions-2024/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:52:52 GMTSARASOTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 29: Oneil Cruz #15 of the Pittsburgh Pirates leads off third in the first inning during a spring training game against the Baltimore Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium on February 29, 2024 in Sarasota, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Hope-O-Meter results: Ranking fans’ optimism in 2024 for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350803/2024/03/19/mlb-hope-o-meter-ranking-30-teams/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350803/2024/03/19/mlb-hope-o-meter-ranking-30-teams/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:15:28 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - MAY 28: The Baltimore Orioles mascot celebrates after a victory against the Texas Rangers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on May 28, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 MLB 'Wild-Card Era' Franchise Rankings: Rangers break into top 10, Cubs fall out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325414/2024/03/14/mlb-franchise-rankings-wild-card-era/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325414/2024/03/14/mlb-franchise-rankings-wild-card-era/Thu, 14 Mar 2024 09:30:45 GMT<![CDATA[Top 20 MLB rookies likely to have the biggest impact in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335070/2024/03/13/mlb-rookie-impact-projections-2024-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335070/2024/03/13/mlb-rookie-impact-projections-2024-season/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:30:48 GMT<![CDATA[Bowden's MLB report card: Offseason grades, takeaways, and predictions for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323780/2024/03/12/mlb-offseason-grades-takeaways-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323780/2024/03/12/mlb-offseason-grades-takeaways-predictions/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:15:42 GMT<![CDATA[A spring training standout for each MLB team: 30 players turning heads in camp]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325304/2024/03/08/mlb-spring-training-player-standouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5325304/2024/03/08/mlb-spring-training-player-standouts/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:49:45 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - MARCH 2: Owen Caissie of the Chicago Cubs hits in a Spring Training game at Camelback Ranch on March 2, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Extension Week Tiers: So, who should sign and who should wait?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324749/2024/03/08/mlb-extension-free-agency-kyle-tucker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5324749/2024/03/08/mlb-extension-free-agency-kyle-tucker/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:00:44 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Kyle Tucker #30 of the Houston Astros hits a home run in the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Minute Maid Park on June 13, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Draft 2024: Keith Law's top 30 prospects rankings to start the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316604/2024/03/07/mlb-draft-2024-rankings-prospects-keith-law-charlie-condon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316604/2024/03/07/mlb-draft-2024-rankings-prospects-keith-law-charlie-condon/Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:15:55 GMT<![CDATA[How catcher Gabriel Moreno became a 'difference maker' for the Diamondbacks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5318660/2024/03/06/gabriel-moreno-arizona-diamondbacks-catcher/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5318660/2024/03/06/gabriel-moreno-arizona-diamondbacks-catcher/Wed, 06 Mar 2024 12:00:36 GMTSCOTTSDALE, AZ - FEBRUARY 23: Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) throws the ball during the MLB spring training baseball game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies on February 23, 2024 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Abele/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Extension Week, Part 2: How much for Framber Valdez and other pitchers in arbitration?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316138/2024/03/05/mlb-contract-extension-framber-valdez-zac-gallen/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5316138/2024/03/05/mlb-contract-extension-framber-valdez-zac-gallen/Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:00:28 GMTOct 22, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) reacts against the Texas Rangers in the third inning during game six of the ALCS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Extension Week, Part 1: How much to retain Corbin Burnes, other potential free agents?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312505/2024/03/04/mlb-contracts-corbin-burnes-free-agents/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5312505/2024/03/04/mlb-contracts-corbin-burnes-free-agents/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:00:31 GMTFeb 24, 2024; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Hope-O-Meter: How optimistic are you about your team in 2024?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5290123/2024/02/29/mlb-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5290123/2024/02/29/mlb-hope-o-meter-team-optimism-2024/Thu, 29 Feb 2024 12:30:06 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 04: A general view during Game 2 of the Wild Card Series between the Miami Marlins and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Dontrelle Willis brought energy, passion and an unforgettable delivery to baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5293756/2024/02/25/dontrelle-willis-marlins-black-aces-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5293756/2024/02/25/dontrelle-willis-marlins-black-aces-mlb/Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:00:48 GMT<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Eduardo Rodriguez is already taking active leadership role in Arizona]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5294299/2024/02/23/eduardo-rodriguez-arizona-diamondbacks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5294299/2024/02/23/eduardo-rodriguez-arizona-diamondbacks/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:00:27 GMTArizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, left, talks with starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez during spring training baseball workouts Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)<![CDATA[Kepner: The Diamondbacks learned from their near-miss. So why haven’t others gone all-in?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5291279/2024/02/22/arizona-diamondbacks-expanded-playoff-system/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5291279/2024/02/22/arizona-diamondbacks-expanded-playoff-system/Thu, 22 Feb 2024 10:00:32 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 31: Lourdes Gurriel Jr. #12 of the Arizona Diamondbacks rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the eighth inning during Game 4 of the 2023 World Series between the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 spring training survey: MLB insiders on the players, teams and stories to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287878/2024/02/21/2024-spring-training-mlb-insiders-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287878/2024/02/21/2024-spring-training-mlb-insiders-predictions/Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:01:57 GMTGoodyear, Arizona, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani stretches with teammates during a spring training workout at Camelback Ranch. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Arizona Diamondbacks 2024 top 20 prospects: Jordan Lawlar leads strong system]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5280971/2024/02/20/diamondbacks-2024-top-prospects-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5280971/2024/02/20/diamondbacks-2024-top-prospects-keith-law/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:21 GMTAMARILLO, TEXAS - JULY 23: Jordan Lawlar #11 of the Amarillo Sod Poodles catches a throw during the game against the Wichita Wind Surge at HODGETOWN Stadium on July 23, 2023 in Amarillo, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB All-Under-25 Team: Julio Rodríguez, Corbin Carroll, Bobby Witt Jr., and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5285861/2024/02/20/mlb-all-under-25-team-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5285861/2024/02/20/mlb-all-under-25-team-2024/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:19 GMT<![CDATA[Bowden: 6 contending teams that still need to make a major move, starting with the Yankees]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5282115/2024/02/17/mlb-contending-teams-needs-signings-trades/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5282115/2024/02/17/mlb-contending-teams-needs-signings-trades/Sat, 17 Feb 2024 13:58:32 GMTATLANTA, GA - JULY 16: Chicago White Sox and Georgia native starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) delivers a pitch during the Sunday afternoon MLB game between the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago White Sox on July 16, 2023 at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB power rankings: Braves, Dodgers, O's are 1-2-3 as spring training starts, season beckons]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5276889/2024/02/15/mlb-power-rankings-spring-training-braves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5276889/2024/02/15/mlb-power-rankings-spring-training-braves/Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:20:29 GMTATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 20: Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) during the MLB game between the San Francisco Giants and Atlanta Braves on August 20, 2023, at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[What would you ask MLB players? Open call for The Athletic’s anonymous poll]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5273181/2024/02/13/mlb-player-anonymous-poll-questions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5273181/2024/02/13/mlb-player-anonymous-poll-questions/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:31:02 GMT<![CDATA[Top 10 remaining MLB free agents: Updates and thoughts on where each player could sign]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5271955/2024/02/13/top-remaining-mlb-free-agents-players-teams/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5271955/2024/02/13/top-remaining-mlb-free-agents-players-teams/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 16:04:21 GMTDENVER, COLORADO - JUNE 11: Starting pitcher Blake Snell #4 of the San Diego Padres throws against the Colorado Rockies in the first inning at Coors Field on June 11, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What we learned from MLB's schedule changes last year and what to watch for this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5270278/2024/02/13/mlb-schedule-2024-key-facts-lessons/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5270278/2024/02/13/mlb-schedule-2024-key-facts-lessons/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:05:02 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 14: San Diego Padres right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) at bat during an MLB baseball game between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 14, 2023 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Five young pitchers with the stuff (and command!) to break out this season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253086/2024/02/12/mlb-young-pitchers-stuff-command-fantasy-baseball/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253086/2024/02/12/mlb-young-pitchers-stuff-command-fantasy-baseball/Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:00:55 GMTJun 1, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Pressing questions for all 30 MLB teams heading into spring training]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5257651/2024/02/09/mlb-spring-training-questions-preview/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5257651/2024/02/09/mlb-spring-training-questions-preview/Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:30:27 GMT<![CDATA[MLB 2024 farm system rankings: Keith Law ranks all 30 teams, Orioles are new No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5258158/2024/02/09/mlb-farm-system-rankings-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5258158/2024/02/09/mlb-farm-system-rankings-2024/Fri, 09 Feb 2024 10:00:29 GMT<![CDATA[MLB commissioner pegs 2025 target for a half-league streaming package]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5261044/2024/02/08/mlb-streaming-package-2025-target/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5261044/2024/02/08/mlb-streaming-package-2025-target/Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:48:22 GMTMajor League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred speaks to members of the media following an owners&#039; meeting, Thursday, June 15, 2023, at MLB headquarters in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)<![CDATA[MLB offseason grades: Which teams passed — and which teams failed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5247943/2024/02/08/mlb-offseason-grades-orioles-dodgers-best-worst/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5247943/2024/02/08/mlb-offseason-grades-orioles-dodgers-best-worst/Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:29 GMT<![CDATA[Top 100 MLB prospects 2024: Keith Law’s rankings, with Jackson Holliday at No. 1]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5245693/2024/02/05/top-100-mlb-prospects-2024-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5245693/2024/02/05/top-100-mlb-prospects-2024-keith-law/Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:23 GMT<![CDATA[Eno Sarris’ 2024 starting pitcher fantasy rankings with Stuff+ powered projections]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5224402/2024/01/29/eno-sarris-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5224402/2024/01/29/eno-sarris-starting-pitcher-fantasy-baseball-ranking/Mon, 29 Jan 2024 10:00:02 GMT<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Breaking down Héctor Neris' Cubs deal, plus more MLB free agency notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5232740/2024/01/28/rosenthal-hector-neris-mlb-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5232740/2024/01/28/rosenthal-hector-neris-mlb-offseason/Sun, 28 Jan 2024 12:17:12 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 22: Hector Neris #50 of the Houston Astros throws a pitch against the Texas Rangers during the seventh inning in Game Six of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 22, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB offseason awards: Bowden's superlatives for teams, players, managers, execs and agents]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5226602/2024/01/25/mlb-offseason-awards-teams-players-managers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5226602/2024/01/25/mlb-offseason-awards-teams-players-managers/Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:27:01 GMTMEXICO CITY, MEXICO - APRIL 30: Juan Soto #22 of the San Diego Padres looks on prior to game two for the MLB World Tour Mexico City Series against the San Francisco Giants at Alfredo Harp Helú Stadium on April 30, 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What we learned from the Baseball Hall of Fame election: Beltré's big night, Mauer power and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5221736/2024/01/23/baseball-hall-of-fame-election-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5221736/2024/01/23/baseball-hall-of-fame-election-takeaways/Wed, 24 Jan 2024 02:27:40 GMT<![CDATA[Adrián Beltré, Todd Helton, Joe Mauer elected to Baseball Hall of Fame]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5222917/2024/01/23/baseball-hall-of-fame-election-beltre-mauer-helton/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5222917/2024/01/23/baseball-hall-of-fame-election-beltre-mauer-helton/Tue, 23 Jan 2024 23:27:44 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN- JUNE 24: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers talks with Joe Mauer #7 of the Minnesota Twins on June 24, 2018 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Rangers 2-0. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: MLB's strange offseason has been especially slow for designated hitters]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5220623/2024/01/23/mlb-free-agents-designated-hitters/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5220623/2024/01/23/mlb-free-agents-designated-hitters/Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:00:44 GMTOct 9, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter J.D. Martinez (28) hits a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning for game two of the NLDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Peter Gammons, Jayson Stark and Ken Rosenthal on the 2024 Hall of Fame voting]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5208807/2024/01/22/stark-gammons-rosenthal-hall-of-fame-roundtable/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5208807/2024/01/22/stark-gammons-rosenthal-hall-of-fame-roundtable/Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:05:00 GMTDENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 24: Todd Helton #17 of the Colorado Rockies runs to first as he singles against the Boston Red Sox in the sixth inning at Coors Field on September 24, 2013 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bowden: The biggest winners and losers of the MLB offseason so far]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5213585/2024/01/19/mlb-offseason-winners-losers-2023-24/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5213585/2024/01/19/mlb-offseason-winners-losers-2023-24/Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:30:45 GMT<![CDATA[Why Grady Sizemore took a $15-an-hour internship to launch a coaching career]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5209365/2024/01/19/grady-sizemore-coaching-career-white-sox/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5209365/2024/01/19/grady-sizemore-coaching-career-white-sox/Fri, 19 Jan 2024 10:00:05 GMT01 September 2015: Tampa Bay Rays right fielder Grady Sizemore (24) in action against the Baltimore Orioles at Orioles Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD. (Photo by Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire/Corbis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Stark: My 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot — how I voted and why]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5209034/2024/01/18/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-2024-stark/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5209034/2024/01/18/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-2024-stark/Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:01:58 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN- JUNE 24: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers talks with Joe Mauer #7 of the Minnesota Twins on June 24, 2018 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Rangers 2-0. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Where will the top 10 remaining MLB free agents land? Jim Bowden plays matchmaker]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5203155/2024/01/15/mlb-free-agents-best-available-teams-predictions-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5203155/2024/01/15/mlb-free-agents-best-available-teams-predictions-offseason/Mon, 15 Jan 2024 18:18:36 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 16: Chicago Cubs center fielder Cody Bellinger (24) during an MLB baseball game between the Chicago Cubs and the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 16, 2023 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Baseball Hall of Fame ballots 2024: The Athletic's voters explain their selections]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5188034/2024/01/10/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballots-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5188034/2024/01/10/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballots-2024/Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT<![CDATA[McCullough’s Mailbag: RSNs to blame for slow winter? Dodgers using six-man rotation? ]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5187261/2024/01/09/mcculloughs-mailbag-rsn-problems/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5187261/2024/01/09/mcculloughs-mailbag-rsn-problems/Tue, 09 Jan 2024 10:05:25 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 27: Yoshinobu Yamamoto puts his jersey on for the first time during an introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium on December 27, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Which MLB teams have filled their needs this offseason — and which still have work to do]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5185568/2024/01/08/mlb-offseason-needs-teams-signings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5185568/2024/01/08/mlb-offseason-needs-teams-signings/Mon, 08 Jan 2024 10:05:05 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 27: Yoshinobu Yamamoto, center, poses for a photo with manager Dave Roberts, from left, president Stan Kasten and general manager Brandon Gomes as he is introduced during a press conference as the newest member of the Los Angeles Dodgers in the centerfield plaza at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023. The Japanese right-hander signed a 12-year, $325-million contract to play with the Dodgers. (Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Midterm MLB offseason grades for all 30 teams: Bowden on signings, trades and what's next]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5176521/2024/01/05/mlb-offseason-grades-trades-signings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5176521/2024/01/05/mlb-offseason-grades-trades-signings/Fri, 05 Jan 2024 11:03:23 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 14: Shohei Ohtani puts on a Los Angeles Dodgers cap while being introduced at Dodger Stadium on December 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's wackiest moments and minutia under the new rules in 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5169356/2023/12/30/mlb-rule-changes-wacky-moments/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5169356/2023/12/30/mlb-rule-changes-wacky-moments/Sat, 30 Dec 2023 12:58:54 GMTHome plate umpire Jim Wolf, left, calls a strike on Chicago Cubs&#039; Cody Bellinger, right, for a clock violation as Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes kneels at the plate during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)<![CDATA[Fill in the blank: 2024 will be the year of ___ in MLB]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5164770/2023/12/28/2024-projecting-topics-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5164770/2023/12/28/2024-projecting-topics-mlb/Thu, 28 Dec 2023 10:05:42 GMT<![CDATA[MLB's weirdest injuries of 2023, from a pool basketball mishap to a toilet setback]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5165105/2023/12/28/mlb-weird-injuries-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5165105/2023/12/28/mlb-weird-injuries-2023/Thu, 28 Dec 2023 10:00:30 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Pitcher Pete Fairbanks #29 of the Tampa Bay Rays reacts during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 17, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's Weirdest & Wildest teams and games of 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5159446/2023/12/27/mlb-strangest-teams-games-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5159446/2023/12/27/mlb-strangest-teams-games-2023/Wed, 27 Dec 2023 10:00:14 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 10: Adolis Garcia #53 of the Texas Rangers celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning in Game Three of the Division Series at Globe Life Field on October 10, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's 20 most mind-blowing hitting, pitching feats of 2023 — with Kyle Schwarber leading off]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5157673/2023/12/26/mlb-2023-wild-hitting-pitching-stats/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5157673/2023/12/26/mlb-2023-wild-hitting-pitching-stats/Tue, 26 Dec 2023 10:00:00 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 24: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies at bat during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citizens Bank Park on May 24, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[The 2023 Baseball Trivia Extravaganza: Take our mega quiz to test yourself!]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5155316/2023/12/24/baseball-trivia-quiz-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5155316/2023/12/24/baseball-trivia-quiz-2023/Sun, 24 Dec 2023 10:00:29 GMTARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 15: Corey Seager #5 receives a Powerade bath from Martin Perez #54 of the Texas Rangers to celebrate a victory over the Los Angeles Angels after a game at Globe Life Field on August 15, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Bailey Orr/Texas Rangers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Being baseball's highest-paid player: Ohtani is latest in long line of record setters]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141351/2023/12/19/mlb-highest-paid-player-history-ohtani/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141351/2023/12/19/mlb-highest-paid-player-history-ohtani/Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:01:20 GMT1991: Pitcher Orel Hershiser of the Los Angeles Dodgers winds up to pitch during a game. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Dunn /Allsport<![CDATA[Diamondbacks sign familiar faces; figuring out how to watch MLB on TV in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5146233/2023/12/18/bally-sports-rsn-mlb-tv-2024-diamondbacks-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5146233/2023/12/18/bally-sports-rsn-mlb-tv-2024-diamondbacks-the-windup/Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:18:27 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 09: Lourdes Gurriel Jr. #12 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates his solo home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the sixth inning in Game Two of the Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Yankees need more pitching with or without Yamamoto, plus more Ohtani fallout]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5144998/2023/12/17/yankees-yoshinobu-yamamoto-ohtani-rosenthal/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5144998/2023/12/17/yankees-yoshinobu-yamamoto-ohtani-rosenthal/Mon, 18 Dec 2023 03:53:03 GMTJapan&#039;s Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitches during the World Baseball Classic (WBC) Pool B round game between Japan and Australia at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 12, 2023. (Photo by Richard A. Brooks / AFP) (Photo by RICHARD A. BROOKS/AFP via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB, Bally RSNs reach tentative 'framework' for 2024 broadcasts]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141222/2023/12/15/mlb-bally-rsns-2024-broadcasts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141222/2023/12/15/mlb-bally-rsns-2024-broadcasts/Fri, 15 Dec 2023 23:59:37 GMTNov 15, 2023; Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington (right) is interviewed by Bally Sports broadcasters Patrick O&#039;Neal (left) and Mark Gubicza (center) at introductory press conference at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Where will the top remaining MLB free agents sign? Predicting their new teams, contracts]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5129329/2023/12/12/mlb-free-agents-contracts-teams-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5129329/2023/12/12/mlb-free-agents-contracts-teams-predictions/Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:57:07 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 20: Yoshinobu Yamamoto #18 of Team Japan delivers a pitch against Team Mexico during the fifth inning during the World Baseball Classic Semifinals at loanDepot park on March 20, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: What's next for the Angels, plus something the Yankees are doing right]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5130064/2023/12/11/yankees-angels-ohtani-rosenthal-notebook/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5130064/2023/12/11/yankees-angels-ohtani-rosenthal-notebook/Tue, 12 Dec 2023 02:56:13 GMTBRONX, NEW YORK - APRIL 18: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Mike Trout #27 and Anthony Rendon #6 of the Los Angeles Angels celebrate after defeating the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on April 18, 2023 in Bronx, New York. The Angels defeated the Yankees 5-2. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How Eduardo Rodriguez, Jeimer Candelario and Craig Kimbrel fit on their new clubs: Law]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5123313/2023/12/08/free-agent-analysis-eduardo-rodriguez-jeimer-candelario-craig-kimbrel/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5123313/2023/12/08/free-agent-analysis-eduardo-rodriguez-jeimer-candelario-craig-kimbrel/Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:08:33 GMTMay 23, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (57) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals in the first inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Rosenthal: What I’m hearing about Rangers' pitching plans, Jorge Soler and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5122140/2023/12/08/rosenthal-rangers-pitching-jorge-soler/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5122140/2023/12/08/rosenthal-rangers-pitching-jorge-soler/Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:00:43 GMTLos Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw looks toward the outfield after giving up a double to Los Angeles Angels&#039; Luis Rengifo during the eighth inning of a baseball game Friday, July 15, 2022, in Anaheim, Calif. Kershaw had a no-hitter going until that point. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)<![CDATA[Revisiting the 11 biggest offseason MLB trades of the past 10 years]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5118653/2023/12/07/top-mlb-trades-juan-soto-revisited/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5118653/2023/12/07/top-mlb-trades-juan-soto-revisited/Thu, 07 Dec 2023 12:00:31 GMTNEW YORK, NY - JUNE 12: Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets reacts after hitting a 2-run home run during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Citi Field on June 12, 2021 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. The Mets won 4-1. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Diamondbacks, LHP Eduardo Rodriguez agree to 4-year, $80 million deal: Source]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5119254/2023/12/06/eduardo-rodriguez-diamondbacks-mlb-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5119254/2023/12/06/eduardo-rodriguez-diamondbacks-mlb-free-agency/Thu, 07 Dec 2023 04:27:48 GMTOct 1, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (57) pitches in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The secrecy of Shohei Ohtani’s free agency starts with the man and agency behind him]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5103732/2023/12/01/shohei-ohtani-nez-balelo-agent/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5103732/2023/12/01/shohei-ohtani-nez-balelo-agent/Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:00:24 GMTNez Balelo, an agent who represents Los Angeles Angels two-way player Shohei Ohtani, speaks to reporters in Tempe, Arizona, on Feb. 20, 2023. (Kyodo via AP Images) ==Kyodo<![CDATA[The top 100 remaining MLB free agents]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5098475/2023/11/29/top-100-mlb-free-agents/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5098475/2023/11/29/top-100-mlb-free-agents/Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:17:42 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Hot Stove matchmaking: A free-agent fit for all 30 teams as Winter Meetings near]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5095038/2023/11/28/mlb-free-agents-hot-stove-matchmaking/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5095038/2023/11/28/mlb-free-agents-hot-stove-matchmaking/Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:13:51 GMTARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 04: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers delivers a pitch during a game against the Miami Marlins at Globe Life Field on August 04, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Bailey Orr/Texas Rangers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade and free-agent targets: Solutions for each NL team's key needs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5085599/2023/11/24/mlb-free-agent-trade-targets-nl/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5085599/2023/11/24/mlb-free-agent-trade-targets-nl/Fri, 24 Nov 2023 12:24:54 GMTYOKOHAMA, JAPAN - AUGUST 04: Yoshinobu Yamamoto #17 of Team Japan pitches in the second inning against Team Republic of Korea during the semifinals of men&#039;s baseball on day twelve of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium on August 04, 2021 in Yokohama, Japan. (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images)<![CDATA[A Black Friday free-agent deal for every MLB team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5081515/2023/11/24/black-friday-free-agent-deals-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5081515/2023/11/24/black-friday-free-agent-deals-mlb/Fri, 24 Nov 2023 10:01:36 GMTSan Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell works against a Miami Marlins batter during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: 'Life-changing money' — How the Diamondbacks distributed their playoff shares]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084824/2023/11/23/arizona-diamondbacks-playoff-shares-money/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084824/2023/11/23/arizona-diamondbacks-playoff-shares-money/Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: Evan Longoria #3 and Merrill Kelly #29 of the Arizona Diamondbacks meet in the second inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Two of the World Series at Globe Life Field on October 28, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Baseball's Torey Lovullo likes to say 'I love you.' His boss won't often say it back]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084586/2023/11/23/diamondbacks-torey-lovullo-mike-hazen-relationship-dynamic/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084586/2023/11/23/diamondbacks-torey-lovullo-mike-hazen-relationship-dynamic/Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:00:41 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 11: Manager Torey Lovullo (L) and general manager Mike Hazen of the Arizona Diamondbacks meet before during Game Three of the Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field on October 11, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bowden: 23 reasons I'm thankful for MLB in 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084294/2023/11/23/mlb-thanksgiving-baseball-reasons-grateful/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5084294/2023/11/23/mlb-thanksgiving-baseball-reasons-grateful/Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:00:39 GMT<![CDATA[Bowden: MLB teams — Think long and hard before signing a starting pitcher to a 9-figure deal]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5082211/2023/11/22/signing-starting-pitcher-free-agency-risk-reward/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5082211/2023/11/22/signing-starting-pitcher-free-agency-risk-reward/Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:43:44 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 12: San Diego Padres pitcher Blake Snell (4) looks on during the MLB game between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 12, 2023 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[McCullough’s mailbag: What should Braves do? Arizona's arms? Quicker pitch clock?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5078710/2023/11/22/mcculloughs-mailbag-braves-diamondbacks-pitch-clock/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5078710/2023/11/22/mcculloughs-mailbag-braves-diamondbacks-pitch-clock/Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:30:56 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 12: Vaughn Grissom #18 of the Atlanta Braves walks back to the dugout as members of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate their win over the Atlanta Braves in Game 4 of the Division Series at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, October 12, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Braves 3-1 to advance to the National League Championship Series. (Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Athletic's 2023 MLB fan survey results: What you thought about 23 baseball topics]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5068467/2023/11/21/the-athletic-2023-mlb-fan-survey/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5068467/2023/11/21/the-athletic-2023-mlb-fan-survey/Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:01:04 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 12: Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves takes the field before Game Four of the Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on October 12, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Five things to watch on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot: Could Beltré be a unanimous pick?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5079239/2023/11/21/baseball-hall-of-fame-2024-ballot-storylines/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5079239/2023/11/21/baseball-hall-of-fame-2024-ballot-storylines/Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:00:39 GMTARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 16: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers hits a solo homerun against the Seattle Mariners at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington on September 16, 2012 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Who is on the 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot and what's the induction process?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5066498/2023/11/20/baseball-hall-of-fame-2024-nominees-time-place/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5066498/2023/11/20/baseball-hall-of-fame-2024-nominees-time-place/Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:09:18 GMTHOUSTON, TX - JUNE 14: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers attempts to throw out Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros on soft ground ball in the third inning at Minute Maid Park on June 14, 2017 in Houston, Texas. Altuve safe on the play. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[A distinguished dozen: Saluting the 12 newcomers to the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5077123/2023/11/20/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-newcomers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5077123/2023/11/20/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-newcomers/Mon, 20 Nov 2023 17:05:58 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN- AUGUST 4: Joe Mauer #7 of the Minnesota Twins talks with Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers on August 4, 2017 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Rangers 8-4. (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB non-tender deadline: 10 most interesting players added to baseball's free-agent pool]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5072855/2023/11/18/mlb-non-tender-free-agents-brandon-woodruff/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5072855/2023/11/18/mlb-non-tender-free-agents-brandon-woodruff/Sat, 18 Nov 2023 10:00:54 GMTSep 23, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff (53) throws a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Dominican Winter League scouting notebook: Adrian Rodriguez has a new pitch, Elehuris Montero's adjustments and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5068730/2023/11/16/dominican-winter-league-scouting-dynasty-fantasy-baseball/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5068730/2023/11/16/dominican-winter-league-scouting-dynasty-fantasy-baseball/Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:46:43 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 11: Elehuris Montero #20 of Las Águilas Cibaeñas runs up the first base line after connecting for a single in the top of the fifth inning against Los Tigres del Licey at Citi Field on November 11, 2023 in New York City. The Las Águilas Cibaeñas defeated Los Tigres del Licey 3-0. (Photo by Christopher Pasatieri/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The 2023 MLB fan survey: We want to know what you’re thinking about the state of baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5063914/2023/11/15/2023-mlb-fan-survey/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5063914/2023/11/15/2023-mlb-fan-survey/Wed, 15 Nov 2023 17:00:13 GMTSAN DIEGO, CA - OCTOBER 11: Detail shot of a bag of baseballs during Game 1 of the ALCS between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Houston Astros at Petco Park on Sunday, October 11, 2020 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Alex Trautwig/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Brewers' trade fits for Corbin Burnes: 5 teams (and deals) that could land a rental ace]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5065288/2023/11/15/corbin-burnes-trade-scenarios-brewers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5065288/2023/11/15/corbin-burnes-trade-scenarios-brewers/Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:39:56 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JULY 31: Corbin Burnes #39 of the Milwaukee Brewers pitches against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park on July 31, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Pitching market supply and demand: Which teams will be left standing when music stops?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5064443/2023/11/15/mlb-pitching-market-supply-and-demand/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5064443/2023/11/15/mlb-pitching-market-supply-and-demand/Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:52:53 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 04: Aaron Nola #27 of the Philadelphia Phillies pitches during the first inning against the Miami Marlins in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 04, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2023 MLB Rookie of the Year: Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll, Orioles' Gunnar Henderson win top honors]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5060154/2023/11/13/mlb-rookie-of-the-year-henderson-carroll/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5060154/2023/11/13/mlb-rookie-of-the-year-henderson-carroll/Mon, 13 Nov 2023 23:58:15 GMT<![CDATA[2023-2024 MLB offseason team needs: How every club wants to improve]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5052911/2023/11/13/mlb-offseason-team-needs-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5052911/2023/11/13/mlb-offseason-team-needs-free-agency/Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:00:38 GMT<![CDATA[Ten big-name MLB players who could be traded this offseason]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5045000/2023/11/09/mlb-players-trade-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5045000/2023/11/09/mlb-players-trade-offseason/Thu, 09 Nov 2023 12:32:49 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 26: Juan Soto #22 of the San Diego Padres is congratulated by teammates after he hit a home run against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Oracle Park on September 26, 2023 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[As MLB free agency begins, uncertainty in TV revenue looms for some teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5046364/2023/11/09/mlb-tv-rights-deals-uncertain/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5046364/2023/11/09/mlb-tv-rights-deals-uncertain/Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:00:42 GMTATLANTA, GA - JUNE 28: A microphone with the Bally logo is used for a post game interview following the Atlanta Braves 3-0 victory over the Minnesota Twins at Truist Park on June 28, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2023-24 MLB offseason: Bowden's 24 predictions for signings, trades, hirings and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5039131/2023/11/07/mlb-offseason-predictions-2023-signings-trades/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5039131/2023/11/07/mlb-offseason-predictions-2023-signings-trades/Tue, 07 Nov 2023 12:07:19 GMT<![CDATA[MLB manager, coaching staff and front office movement tracker: The latest news and hires]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4960500/2023/11/06/mlb-manager-coaching-staff-front-office-changes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4960500/2023/11/06/mlb-manager-coaching-staff-front-office-changes/Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:16:08 GMTJun 27, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; San Diego Padres senior advisor to player development &amp;amp; major leagues Mike Shildt (8) before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Starting Nine: Storylines to watch as baseball's GM Meetings get underway this week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5029097/2023/11/06/mlb-gm-meetings-nine-storylines/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5029097/2023/11/06/mlb-gm-meetings-nine-storylines/Mon, 06 Nov 2023 10:05:19 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - JUNE 12: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels reacts after hitting a two-run home run against the Texas Rangers in the 12th inning at Globe Life Field on June 12, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB GM meetings primer with each team's key offseason needs as trade, free-agent talks begin]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5027438/2023/11/03/mlb-offseason-teams-needs-gm-meetings/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5027438/2023/11/03/mlb-offseason-teams-needs-gm-meetings/Fri, 03 Nov 2023 11:40:03 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 20: Josh Hader #71 of the San Diego Padres reacts after defeting the Colorado Rockies 3-2 in a game at PETCO Park on September 20, 2023 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's all-playoffs team: The players who dominated in the 2023 postseason]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5026793/2023/11/03/mlb-all-postseason-team-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5026793/2023/11/03/mlb-all-postseason-team-2023/Fri, 03 Nov 2023 09:01:11 GMTOct 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers right fielder Adolis Garcia (53) celebrates after defeating the Baltimore Orioles in game three of the ALDS for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Despite Diamondbacks' fruitful trade deadline, GM Mike Hazen has one regret]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5026796/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-trade-deadline-mike-hazen/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5026796/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-trade-deadline-mike-hazen/Fri, 03 Nov 2023 01:57:55 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 31: Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen looks on during batting practice before Game 4 of the 2023 World Series between the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rangers' first World Series title spreads hope, plus remembering Bob Knight]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023100/2023/11/02/rangers-world-series-the-pulse/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023100/2023/11/02/rangers-world-series-the-pulse/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:43:21 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers celebrates in the clubhouse after the Texas Rangers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game Five to win the World Series at Chase Field on November 01, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Despite the sour finish, Diamondbacks' run made a deep impact in the desert]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023138/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-world-series-impact-arizona/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023138/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-world-series-impact-arizona/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:31:18 GMTZac Gallen<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Rangers manager Bruce Bochy, with fourth World Series, didn't end retirement to lose]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023438/2023/11/02/bruce-bochy-texas-rangers-world-series-legacy/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023438/2023/11/02/bruce-bochy-texas-rangers-world-series-legacy/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:51:33 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Manager Bruce Bochy of the Texas Rangers hoists the Commissioner&#039;s Trophy after the Texas Rangers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game Five to win the World Series at Chase Field on November 01, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's offseason schedule: The key moments for contracts, awards and free agency]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5021522/2023/11/02/mlb-offseason-schedule-free-agency-contracts-awards/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5021522/2023/11/02/mlb-offseason-schedule-free-agency-contracts-awards/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:05:18 GMTDec 12, 2018; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Sports agent Scott Boras talks to the media during the MLB Winter Meetings at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Clark-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Contract Projection Machine: What could the best free-agent position players sign for?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015772/2023/11/02/mlb-free-agency-position-player-projections/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015772/2023/11/02/mlb-free-agency-position-player-projections/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:00:56 GMTSep 2, 2023; Oakland, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) prepares for a game against the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Keith Law's top 50 MLB free agents: Shohei Ohtani is the headliner, but depth of class is weak]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4987045/2023/11/02/mlb-free-agents-ranking-ohtani-bellinger/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4987045/2023/11/02/mlb-free-agents-ranking-ohtani-bellinger/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:00:55 GMT<![CDATA[Diamondbacks pained by World Series defeat, take pride in epic run]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023177/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-lose-world-series-proud-epic-run/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5023177/2023/11/02/diamondbacks-lose-world-series-proud-epic-run/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 06:56:07 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Members of the Arizona Diamondbacks look on from the dugout in the ninth inning during Game Five of the World Series against the Texas Rangers at Chase Field on November 01, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rangers capture first World Series in franchise history, Bruce Bochy wins fourth ring]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5022839/2023/11/01/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-5-score-results/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5022839/2023/11/01/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-5-score-results/Thu, 02 Nov 2023 03:01:39 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Manager Bruce Bochy and Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers celebrate after the Texas Rangers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 in Game Five to win the World Series at Chase Field on November 01, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Will the World Series end tonight? Plus, how the Rangers exemplify smart spending]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5020596/2023/11/01/world-series-mlb-game-5-rangers-diamondbacks-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5020596/2023/11/01/world-series-mlb-game-5-rangers-diamondbacks-the-windup/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 15:02:14 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Marcus Semien #2 of the Texas Rangers celebrates after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Four of the World Series at Chase Field on October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Raiders fire Josh McDaniels, plus the Rangers' stunning fortitude]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019706/2023/11/01/josh-mcdaniels-fired-the-pulse/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019706/2023/11/01/josh-mcdaniels-fired-the-pulse/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:42:37 GMTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 30: Head coach Josh McDaniels of the Las Vegas Raiders looks on in the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 30, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: With Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, Rangers prove spending money works — when done well]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019928/2023/11/01/marcus-semien-corey-seager-texas-rangers-roster/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019928/2023/11/01/marcus-semien-corey-seager-texas-rangers-roster/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:39:19 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Marcus Semien #2 and Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers celebrate after Seager hit a home run in the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Four of the World Series at Chase Field on October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![CDATA[On the World Series stage, a bullpen game just feels wrong]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019815/2023/11/01/bullpen-game-world-series-diamondbacks-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019815/2023/11/01/bullpen-game-world-series-diamondbacks-rangers/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:25:05 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Manager Torey Lovullo of the Arizona Diamondbacks relieves Ryne Nelson #19 in the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Four of the World Series at Chase Field on October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Contract Projection Machine: What could the best free-agent pitchers sign for?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015723/2023/11/01/mlb-free-agency-pitcher-projections/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015723/2023/11/01/mlb-free-agency-pitcher-projections/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:00:51 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 20: Yoshinobu Yamamoto #18 of Team Japan reacts in the fifth inning against Team Mexico during the World Baseball Classic Semifinals at loanDepot park on March 20, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Diamondbacks stuck to pitching plan and paid for it in lopsided World Series loss]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019676/2023/11/01/diamondbacks-lose-rangers-world-series-game-4/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019676/2023/11/01/diamondbacks-lose-rangers-world-series-game-4/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:37:26 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Miguel Castro #50 of the Arizona Diamondbacks pitches in the second inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Four of the World Series at Chase Field on October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rangers-Diamondbacks World Series Game 5 preview: Matchups, odds, x-factor, analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019264/2023/11/01/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-5-preview/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019264/2023/11/01/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-5-preview/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:15:49 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 27: Nathan Eovaldi #17 of the Texas Rangers pitches in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game One of the World Series at Globe Life Field on October 27, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rangers’ bats dominate Diamondbacks in Game 4 win as Texas nears first World Series title]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019317/2023/10/31/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-4-score-results/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5019317/2023/10/31/rangers-diamondbacks-world-series-game-4-score-results/Wed, 01 Nov 2023 03:24:41 GMTPHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 31: Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers celebrates with Mitch Garver #18 after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning during Game 4 of the 2023 World Series between the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Rob Tringali/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Will injuries derail the Rangers? Plus, Diamondbacks embrace wrong kind of chaos]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5017324/2023/10/31/rangers-injury-scherzer-garcia-diamondbacks-world-series-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5017324/2023/10/31/rangers-injury-scherzer-garcia-diamondbacks-world-series-the-windup/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:58:19 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 30: Adolis García #53 of the Texas Rangers waits in the on deck circle in the sixth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Three of the World Series at Chase Field on October 30, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Diamondbacks-Rangers World Series Game 4 preview: Matchups, odds, x-factor, analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5017003/2023/10/31/diamondbacks-rangers-world-series-game-4-preview/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5017003/2023/10/31/diamondbacks-rangers-world-series-game-4-preview/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:39:25 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 30: Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers hits a home run off Brandon Pfaadt #32 of the Arizona Diamondbacks in the third inning during Game Three of the World Series at Chase Field on October 30, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Injuries to Max Scherzer, Adolis García leave Rangers with hard decisions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5016425/2023/10/31/texas-rangers-adolis-garcia-max-scherzer-injuries/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5016425/2023/10/31/texas-rangers-adolis-garcia-max-scherzer-injuries/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:00:14 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 30: Max Scherzer #31 of the Texas Rangers walks off the field after the second inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Three of the World Series at Chase Field on October 30, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Top 40 MLB free agents for 2023-24: Contract predictions, team fits for Ohtani, Yamamoto, more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5008102/2023/10/31/mlb-free-agents-2023-contract-team-predictions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5008102/2023/10/31/mlb-free-agents-2023-contract-team-predictions/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:58:01 GMT<![CDATA[James Harden's overnight trade, plus a brewing World Series legend]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015997/2023/10/31/james-harden-trade-the-pulse/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5015997/2023/10/31/james-harden-trade-the-pulse/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:47:54 GMTBOSTON, MA - MAY 1: James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers celebrates during the game during Round 2 Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2023 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Tommy Pham's selfless act; eerie World Series parallels for the Rangers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5013401/2023/10/30/tommy-pham-jace-peterson-world-series-rangers-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5013401/2023/10/30/tommy-pham-jace-peterson-world-series-rangers-the-windup/Mon, 30 Oct 2023 14:45:17 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 28: Tommy Pham #28 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates after hitting a double in the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers during Game Two of the World Series at Globe Life Field on October 28, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)