<![CDATA[Kansas City Royals - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/royals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngKansas City Royals - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/royals/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 06:07:36 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 09:10:56 GMT<![CDATA[Bo Goes into the Royals Hall of Fame: Jackson's legendary moments live on in Kansas City]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597401/2024/06/28/bo-jackson-royals-hall-fame/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597401/2024/06/28/bo-jackson-royals-hall-fame/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:10:56 GMTDETROIT, MI - APRIL 25: Bo Jackson #16 of the Kansas City Royals during batting practice before a MLB game against the Detroit Tigers at Tiger Stadium on April 25,1987 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Ronald C. Modra/Getty Images)<![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[Missing Bats: As MLB arm injuries mount, the rising cost of gas becomes clear]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594571/2024/06/27/missing-bats-part-4-arm-injury-epidemic/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594571/2024/06/27/missing-bats-part-4-arm-injury-epidemic/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:57 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[Why Aaron Judge loves center field, Gunnar Henderson's ascent and more MLB notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588712/2024/06/25/aaron-judge-yankees-center-field-gunnar-henderson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588712/2024/06/25/aaron-judge-yankees-center-field-gunnar-henderson/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:15:53 GMTNEW YORK, NY - JUNE 4: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees reacts during the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium on June 4, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Adam Hunger/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[MLB All-Star snubs? Six deserving players on the outside after first voting update]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573872/2024/06/19/all-star-snubs-mlb-voting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573872/2024/06/19/all-star-snubs-mlb-voting/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:15:53 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 17: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox sits in the dugout in the first inning after teammate Chris Sale left the game injured against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 17, 2022 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![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[Redrafting the 2014 MLB Draft — Trea Turner, Matt Chapman bolster a thin group]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556843/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-2014-redraft-trea-turner/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556843/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-2014-redraft-trea-turner/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:17 GMT<![CDATA[Biggest misses from the 2014 MLB Draft — Brady Aiken, Tyler Kolek lead long list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557861/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-biggest-misses-2014-astros-brady-aiken/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5557861/2024/06/14/mlb-draft-biggest-misses-2014-astros-brady-aiken/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[MLB trade targets for each contender, plus deadline priorities for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559432/2024/06/13/mlb-trade-deadline-team-targets-needs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559432/2024/06/13/mlb-trade-deadline-team-targets-needs/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:50:56 GMT<![CDATA[Around Bobby Witt Jr., Royals build a new culture and enter MLB's modern era]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552757/2024/06/13/royals-bobby-witt-jr-royals-turnaround/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5552757/2024/06/13/royals-bobby-witt-jr-royals-turnaround/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 09:45:53 GMTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - APRIL 11: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals is doused with water by MJ Melendez #1 of the Kansas City Royals after a 13-3 win over the Houston Astros at Kauffman Stadium on April 11, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Thirty things I’m hearing and watching for on MLB trade deadline with 50 days to go]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553919/2024/06/11/mlb-trade-deadline-rumors-50-days-out/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553919/2024/06/11/mlb-trade-deadline-rumors-50-days-out/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:01:52 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Giants, Astros move on up; One big question for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553625/2024/06/11/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553625/2024/06/11/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:21 GMT<![CDATA[Mets' Francisco Alvarez poised for return thanks to advice from Salvador Perez]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553270/2024/06/11/mets-francisco-alvarez-salvador-perez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553270/2024/06/11/mets-francisco-alvarez-salvador-perez/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:14 GMTBrooklyn Cyclones catcher Francisco Alvarez #13 is heading back behind home plate after a pitching change during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Aberdeen IronBirds at Maimonides Park in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Sunday, June 9, 2024. The New York Mets catcher is making a rehab appearance with Brooklyn. (Photo by Gordon Donovan/NurPhoto via AP)<![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. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB Player Poll 2024: Worst organizations, the most overrated peer, best vibes guy and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529966/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-overrated-underrated-worst-organization/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529966/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-overrated-underrated-worst-organization/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[Early MLB All-Star team picks for the American League and National League]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540868/2024/06/05/mlb-all-star-team-predictions-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540868/2024/06/05/mlb-all-star-team-predictions-2024/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:04:47 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1 arrives; our picks for first-time All-Star noms]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532928/2024/06/04/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-braves-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532928/2024/06/04/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-braves-2/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 09:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline tiers: Buyers, sellers and those in between — plus needs for all 30 teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532397/2024/06/03/mlb-trade-deadline-tiers-buyers-sellers-needs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532397/2024/06/03/mlb-trade-deadline-tiers-buyers-sellers-needs/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:10:12 GMT<![CDATA[Ranking the top 50 MLB prospects after first two months: Jackson Holliday still tops list]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5530418/2024/06/03/mlb-top-50-prospects-in-season-holliday/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5530418/2024/06/03/mlb-top-50-prospects-in-season-holliday/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:19 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies finally reach the summit; extreme stats for every team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5520647/2024/05/28/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-yankees/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5520647/2024/05/28/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-yankees/Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:43 GMT<![CDATA[Early MLB trade deadline questions for 15 teams: Will Blue Jays sell? Where could Pete Alonso land?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516194/2024/05/24/mlb-trade-deadline-questions-bluejays-mets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5516194/2024/05/24/mlb-trade-deadline-questions-bluejays-mets/Fri, 24 May 2024 10:34:40 GMTDETROIT, MI - MAY 23: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays flies out to right field against the Detroit Tigers during the sixth inning at Comerica Park on May 23, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why struggling managers aren't yet feeling the hot seat, a Royal boost and more MLB notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513386/2024/05/23/mlb-managers-firings-yankees-royals-notes/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513386/2024/05/23/mlb-managers-firings-yankees-royals-notes/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:47 GMTST. LOUIS, MO - APRIL 04: St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol #37 and Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker #45 joke prior to the game between the Miami Marlins and the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Thursday, April 4, 2024 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Eno Sarris’ fantasy baseball starting pitcher rankings for the rest of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513570/2024/05/23/fantasy-baseball-starting-pitcher-rankings-eno-sarris/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513570/2024/05/23/fantasy-baseball-starting-pitcher-rankings-eno-sarris/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[Ranking the 2024 MLB Draft top-100 prospects: Condon on top, 3 Wake Forest players in Top 15]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508698/2024/05/22/mlb-draft-2024-top-100-prospects/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508698/2024/05/22/mlb-draft-2024-top-100-prospects/Wed, 22 May 2024 09:00:44 GMT<![CDATA[Bobby Witt Jr. or Gunnar Henderson? Why the All-Star vote for AL shortstop won't be easy]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508148/2024/05/21/gunnar-henderson-bobby-witt-all-star-shortstop/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5508148/2024/05/21/gunnar-henderson-bobby-witt-all-star-shortstop/Tue, 21 May 2024 09:00:59 GMTBALTIMORE, MD - APRIL 01: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals and Gunnar Henderson #2 of the Baltimore Orioles greet each other before a baseball game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 1, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Braves, Cubs take a dive; plus prospects on the brink]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5506994/2024/05/21/mlb-power-rankings-prospects-braves/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5506994/2024/05/21/mlb-power-rankings-prospects-braves/Tue, 21 May 2024 09:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[Salvador Perez endured the Royals' dark times; now he's driving the KC renaissance]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492885/2024/05/16/salvador-perez-endured-the-royals-dark-times-now-hes-driving-the-kc-renaissance/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492885/2024/05/16/salvador-perez-endured-the-royals-dark-times-now-hes-driving-the-kc-renaissance/Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:11 GMTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - APRIL 10: Salvador Perez #13 of the Kansas City Royals is congratulated by teammates after scoring a run during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Kauffman Stadium on April 10, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jay Biggerstaff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Mock Draft 2024: Why Guardians could go Travis Bazzana over Charlie Condon]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490480/2024/05/15/mlb-mock-draft-2024-travis-bazzana-charlie-condon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490480/2024/05/15/mlb-mock-draft-2024-travis-bazzana-charlie-condon/Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:55 GMT<![CDATA[Comcast-Diamond dispute 'profoundly harmful,' MLB argues]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494189/2024/05/14/comcast-diamond-dispute-hurts-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5494189/2024/05/14/comcast-diamond-dispute-hurts-mlb/Tue, 14 May 2024 23:55:10 GMTANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 10: Bally Sports logo behind empty seats during the MLB game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on April 10, 2024 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies land a season-high spot; What a difference a year makes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490001/2024/05/14/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5490001/2024/05/14/mlb-power-rankings-phillies-dodgers/Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:54 GMT<![CDATA[Bobby Witt Jr., Corbin Carroll destroyed their baseball cards by secretly 'wearing' them during MLB games]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5489541/2024/05/13/bobby-witt-jr-game-worn-cards/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5489541/2024/05/13/bobby-witt-jr-game-worn-cards/Mon, 13 May 2024 16:00:06 GMT<![CDATA[Don't look now, but the AL Central might be ... good? (with one major exception)]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5480650/2024/05/09/al-central-guardians-royals-twins/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5480650/2024/05/09/al-central-guardians-royals-twins/Thu, 09 May 2024 09:00:34 GMTCLEVELAND, OHIO - MAY 08: Will Brennan #17, Brayan Rocchio #4 and José Ramírez #11 of the Cleveland Guardians celebrate a walk off RBI single hit by Rocchio to defeat the Detroit Tigers 5-4 in ten innings at Progressive Field on May 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Once an MLB bust, Travis Snider now hopes to change youth sports' toxic culture]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5479891/2024/05/09/travis-snider-youth-sports-toxic-culture-mental-health/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5479891/2024/05/09/travis-snider-youth-sports-toxic-culture-mental-health/Thu, 09 May 2024 09:00:19 GMTNEW YORK, NY - JULY 21: Travis Snider #23 of the Baltimore Orioles in action against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 21, 2015 in the Bronx borough of New York City. The Yankees defeated the Orioles 3-2. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Red Sox, Rangers pitchers off to great starts; why the AL and NL Central are interesting]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5476691/2024/05/07/red-sox-rangers-rotation-success-al-nl-central-standings-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5476691/2024/05/07/red-sox-rangers-rotation-success-al-nl-central-standings-the-windup/Tue, 07 May 2024 16:02:00 GMTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - MAY 4: Dane Dunning #33 of the Texas Rangers pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on May 4, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jay Biggerstaff/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Twins, Dodgers stay hot; it's 'Wish You Were Here' week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475155/2024/05/07/mlb-power-rankings-twins-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5475155/2024/05/07/mlb-power-rankings-twins-dodgers/Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reasons for each MLB team to be optimistic — and pessimistic — about the rest of the season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468408/2024/05/03/mlb-teams-2024-optimism-pessimism/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5468408/2024/05/03/mlb-teams-2024-optimism-pessimism/Fri, 03 May 2024 09:30:15 GMT<![CDATA[Bally Sports saga gets much messier; second-best guys on the MLB stats leaderboard]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5466996/2024/05/02/bally-sports-comcast-deal-mlb-stats-leaderboard-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5466996/2024/05/02/bally-sports-comcast-deal-mlb-stats-leaderboard-the-windup/Thu, 02 May 2024 15:25:01 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 07: Kyle Farmer #12 of the Minnesota Twins is interviewed by Bally Sports North after Farmer hit a single to drive in the winning run in the tenth inning of the home opener against the Houston Astros at Target Field on April 7, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Comcast drops Bally RSNs, injecting more chaos into sports TV landscape]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5464156/2024/05/01/comcast-bally-sports-channels-network-tv/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5464156/2024/05/01/comcast-bally-sports-channels-network-tv/Wed, 01 May 2024 16:02:52 GMT<![CDATA[Can the White Sox stick it to their 'haters,' if not their fellow AL Central teams?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461378/2024/05/01/chicago-white-sox-hater-al-central/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5461378/2024/05/01/chicago-white-sox-hater-al-central/Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:59 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 27: Andrew Benintendi #23 of the Chicago White Sox runs the bases on his two-run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays at Guaranteed Rate Field on April 27, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images)<![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[What we learned in MLB's first month of the season, an unpredictable and electric April]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5462400/2024/05/01/mlb-season-early-2024-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5462400/2024/05/01/mlb-season-early-2024-takeaways/Wed, 01 May 2024 09:15:12 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[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[How the Pirates are managing young arms, a Leiter family milestone and more 'Sliders']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5420600/2024/04/19/pirates-jared-jones-jack-leiter-sliders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5420600/2024/04/19/pirates-jared-jones-jack-leiter-sliders/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:00:22 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 11: Jared Jones #37 of the Pittsburgh Pirates throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 11, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Pirates 5-1. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)<![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[Ex-MLB SS Yuniesky Betancourt charged with insurance fraud after allegedly staging accident]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5422871/2024/04/17/mlb-yuniesky-betancourt-arrested/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5422871/2024/04/17/mlb-yuniesky-betancourt-arrested/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:42:13 GMTMILWAUKEE, WI - MAY 07: Yuniesky Betancourt #3 of the Milwaukee Brewers runs the bases after hitting a two run homer scoring Carlos Gomez in the bottom of the first inning against the Texas Ranger during the game at Miller Park on May 07, 2013 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Mike McGinnis/Getty Images)<![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[Whitey Herzog, former Cardinals, Royals manager and Hall of Famer, dies at 92]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419937/2024/04/16/whitey-herzog-cardinals-royals-obituary-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419937/2024/04/16/whitey-herzog-cardinals-royals-obituary-mlb/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:34:38 GMTBaseball: St. Louis Cardinals manager Whitey Herzog (24) on field during game vs Atlanta Braves at Busch Stadium. St. Louis, MO 5/23/1983 CREDIT: John W. McDonough (Photo by John W. McDonough /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X28527 )<![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[Jack Leiter is hot, Walker Jenkins is hurt: Minor league notes on AL teams' top prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415960/2024/04/15/minor-league-american-league-prospects-jack-leiter/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5415960/2024/04/15/minor-league-american-league-prospects-jack-leiter/Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:21:09 GMTMar 8, 2024; Surprise, Arizona, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jack Leiter (71) pitches against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Royals' fast start fuels optimism after 106 losses in 2023: 'We expected to be better']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5412146/2024/04/13/kansas-city-royals-fast-start/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5412146/2024/04/13/kansas-city-royals-fast-start/Sat, 13 Apr 2024 11:00:20 GMTNEW YORK, NY - APRIL 12: Salvador Perez #13 of the Kansas City Royals reacts after hitting a home run against the New York Mets during the second inning at Citi Field on April 12, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter faces damning claims; A’s closer Mason Miller is throwing gas]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5410769/2024/04/12/shohei-ohtani-interpreter-gambling-theft-as-closer-mason-miller-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5410769/2024/04/12/shohei-ohtani-interpreter-gambling-theft-as-closer-mason-miller-the-windup/Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:24:28 GMTMar 12, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani talks with translator Ippei Mizuhara in the dugout against the San Francisco Giants during a spring training baseball game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports<![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[MLB insiders “pretty worried” by rise in arm injuries to top young starting pitchers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5397742/2024/04/08/arm-injury-causes-mlb-strider-bieber-perez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5397742/2024/04/08/arm-injury-causes-mlb-strider-bieber-perez/Mon, 08 Apr 2024 09:00:11 GMTPITTSBURGH, PA - AUGUST 07: Spencer Strider #99 of the Atlanta Braves reacts in the third inning after being pulled after giving up 6 runs on 5 hits against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the game at PNC Park on August 7, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/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[Happy New Year, Baseball: 15 wild ways Week 1 of 2024 MLB season was nothing like 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392859/2024/04/05/mlb-season-2024-first-week-facts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392859/2024/04/05/mlb-season-2024-first-week-facts/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:30:00 GMTLOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 03: Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts (50) throws to first base in between innings during the game between the San Francisco Giants and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Mookie Betts is hot, the Mets and Marlins are not: 9 surprising MLB opening week storylines]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5391382/2024/04/04/mookie-betts-mets-marlins-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5391382/2024/04/04/mookie-betts-mets-marlins-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:30:18 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 28: Mookie Betts #50 is congratulated at the dugout after scoring on a single by Max Muncy #13 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the seventh inning of a game against the St. Louis Cardinals catches at Dodger Stadium on March 28, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/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[Voters reject sales tax for Chiefs, Royals stadium projects, raising questions about future in KC]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387528/2024/04/03/chiefs-royals-tax-rejection-jackson-county/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5387528/2024/04/03/chiefs-royals-tax-rejection-jackson-county/Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:25:40 GMTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - MARCH 28: A general view as Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals bats during the 1st inning of the opening day game against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium on March 28, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)<![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[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[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[Sarris: 10 bold predictions for the 2024 MLB season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351937/2024/03/27/sarris-ten-bold-predictions-2024-mlb-season/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351937/2024/03/27/sarris-ten-bold-predictions-2024-mlb-season/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:23:27 GMTMar 5, 2024; Bradenton, Florida, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz (15) hits a home run during the fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at LECOM Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![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 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[Players play as themselves in MLB video game, and some use it as a scouting tool]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351830/2024/03/26/mlb-the-show-scouting/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5351830/2024/03/26/mlb-the-show-scouting/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:00:35 GMTFeb 28, 2024; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) walks to first against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB American League Central preview: preseason grades, odds and analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353636/2024/03/26/mlb-american-league-central-grades-odds-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353636/2024/03/26/mlb-american-league-central-grades-odds-analysis/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:09 GMT<![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[MLB breakout candidates: CJ Abrams, Jordan Walker and others set to leap forward in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356529/2024/03/21/mlb-breakout-candidates-2024-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356529/2024/03/21/mlb-breakout-candidates-2024-keith-law/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:00:09 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[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[Atlanta still clear favorites in the East; Dodgers get a taste of South Korea]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350759/2024/03/18/atlanta-nl-east-favorites-dodgers-south-korea-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5350759/2024/03/18/atlanta-nl-east-favorites-dodgers-south-korea-the-windup/Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:32:21 GMTMar 10, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Harris II (23) is congratulated after he scored a run during the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Scouting the Breakout Game between Reds and Rangers, other spring notes — Keith Law]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5343805/2024/03/15/reds-rangers-breakout-game-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5343805/2024/03/15/reds-rangers-breakout-game-analysis/Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:24:34 GMTSURPRISE, AZ - MARCH 14: Cam Collier #4 of the Cincinnati Reds rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning during the game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium on Thursday, March 14, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[The strange, stressful, caught-in-between spring training of an MLB Rule 5 pick]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5339521/2024/03/15/life-as-mlb-rule-5-pick/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5339521/2024/03/15/life-as-mlb-rule-5-pick/Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:30:16 GMTMESA, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 26, 2024: Mitch Spence #69 of the Oakland Athletics throws a pitch during the second inning of a spring training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Hohokam Stadium on February 26, 2024 in Mesa, Arizona. (Photo by David Durochik/Diamond Images via 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[Fresh starts: Seth Lugo, Michael King show value in move from long relief to rotation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323622/2024/03/08/seth-lugo-michael-king-relievers-starters/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323622/2024/03/08/seth-lugo-michael-king-relievers-starters/Fri, 08 Mar 2024 10:30:18 GMT<![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[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[Vida Blue, former AL MVP, had a big arm but a bigger heart: 'He cared about people']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5284970/2024/02/24/vida-blue-former-al-mvp-had-a-big-arm-but-a-bigger-heart-he-cared-about-people/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5284970/2024/02/24/vida-blue-former-al-mvp-had-a-big-arm-but-a-bigger-heart-he-cared-about-people/Sat, 24 Feb 2024 11:00:07 GMT<![CDATA[Why the Padres, Royals could overachieve in 2024 while Orioles and Nationals could struggle]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5288504/2024/02/22/mlb-overachivers-underachievers-2024-royals-padres-nationals-orioles/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5288504/2024/02/22/mlb-overachivers-underachievers-2024-royals-padres-nationals-orioles/Thu, 22 Feb 2024 10:00:02 GMT<![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[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[Rosenthal: Royals' new additions offer a singular vision — contend in the AL Central]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5277749/2024/02/18/kansas-city-royals-al-central/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5277749/2024/02/18/kansas-city-royals-al-central/Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:00:55 GMTKansas City Royals pitcher Seth Lugo does a long toss drill during spring training baseball workouts Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, in Surprise, Ariz. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)<![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[Kansas City Royals 2024 top 20 prospects: Blake Mitchell, Ben Kudrna lead the way]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5259527/2024/02/13/royals-2024-top-20-prospects-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5259527/2024/02/13/royals-2024-top-20-prospects-keith-law/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:00:15 GMTAug 28, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, US; West catcher Blake Mitchell (25) during the Perfect Game All-American Classic high school baseball game at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-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[Jose Altuve’s place among MLB second basemen; what will happen to Boras' free agents?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5260458/2024/02/08/jose-altuve-bobby-witt-extension-scott-boras-free-agents-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5260458/2024/02/08/jose-altuve-bobby-witt-extension-scott-boras-free-agents-the-windup/Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:07:21 GMTARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 5: Jose Altuve #27 of the Houston Astros celebrates with teammates after hitting a solo home run against the Texas Rangers during the third inning at Globe Life Field on September 5, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. Altuve hit a home run in each of his first three at bats. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)<![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[The 10 MLB prospects who just missed Keith Law’s top 100 ranking: Abel, Jones and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5244674/2024/02/06/mlb-prospects-top-100-just-missed-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5244674/2024/02/06/mlb-prospects-top-100-just-missed-2024/Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[In extending Bobby Witt Jr., Royals make statement signing and 'can begin to dream a bit']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253485/2024/02/05/bobby-witt-extension-royals-takeaways/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253485/2024/02/05/bobby-witt-extension-royals-takeaways/Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:30:12 GMTANAHEIM, CA - APRIL 22: Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) looks on during the MLB game between the Kansas City Royals and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim on April 22, 2023 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim in Anaheim, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Bobby Witt Jr. extension shows small-market teams can and should make big moves]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253103/2024/02/05/rosenthal-bobby-witt-extension-royals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5253103/2024/02/05/rosenthal-bobby-witt-extension-royals/Mon, 05 Feb 2024 22:52:30 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 12: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals in action against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 12, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Royals, Bobby Witt Jr. agree to most lucrative contract in franchise history to keep SS in Kansas City long term]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5252662/2024/02/05/bobby-witt-royals-contract-extension/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5252662/2024/02/05/bobby-witt-royals-contract-extension/Mon, 05 Feb 2024 19:20:39 GMTSep 6, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) bats against the Cleveland Guardians during the sixth inning at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports<![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[Rosenthal: Zack Greinke’s 2024 plans, 2 players happy to be in Oakland and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5250968/2024/02/05/rosenthal-zack-greinke-oakland-athletics-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5250968/2024/02/05/rosenthal-zack-greinke-oakland-athletics-mlb/Mon, 05 Feb 2024 10:00:11 GMTCLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 25, 2023: Zack Greinke #23 of the Kansas City Royals looks on during the fifth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on July 25, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bowden: 40 young MLB players and prospects I'm most excited to scout in spring training]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5233988/2024/01/29/mlb-prospects-players-to-watch-spring-training/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5233988/2024/01/29/mlb-prospects-players-to-watch-spring-training/Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:56:39 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[Age fraud on the rise in Dominican Republic, sowing chaos for MLB teams, young players]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5231394/2024/01/27/mlb-age-falsification-identity-fraud-dominican-republic/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5231394/2024/01/27/mlb-age-falsification-identity-fraud-dominican-republic/Sat, 27 Jan 2024 16:24:47 GMTBOCA CHICA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - DECEMBER, 3: Top Dominiacan prospect, Wilmer Difo, takes batting practice during DR instructional league workouts at the Washington Nationals Dominican baseball training complex on December 3, 2014 in Boca Chica, Dominican Republic. (Jonathan Newton / The Washington Post via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Hall of Fame mailbag: Who could get unanimous vote? Will Utley be elected? Change 5% rule?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5228810/2024/01/26/hall-of-fame-mailbag-who-could-get-unanimous-vote-will-utley-be-elected-change-5-rule/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5228810/2024/01/26/hall-of-fame-mailbag-who-could-get-unanimous-vote-will-utley-be-elected-change-5-rule/Fri, 26 Jan 2024 10:01:54 GMTARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 28: Justin Verlander #35 of the Houston Astros delivers a pitch during a game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on April 28, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ben Ludeman/Texas Rangers/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[Breaking down the 2024 baseball HOF class; which closer could Royals target in trade?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5227181/2024/01/25/2024-baseball-hall-of-fame-royals-trade-closer-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5227181/2024/01/25/2024-baseball-hall-of-fame-royals-trade-closer-the-windup/Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:13:53 GMTSep 30, 2018; Seattle, WA, USA; Texas Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre (29) waves to the crowd as he leaves the game against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports<![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[Rings? Yes. Plaques? Maybe not. Examining the World Series title teams without a Hall of Famer]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5219441/2024/01/23/hall-of-fame-induction-world-series-winners/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5219441/2024/01/23/hall-of-fame-induction-world-series-winners/Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:00:45 GMTSan Francisco Giants starting pitchers Madison Bumgarner (40) talks with catcher Buster Posey (28) against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the seventh inning of their MLB game at AT&amp;amp;T Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Friday, Aug. 4, 2017. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) (Photo by MediaNews Group/Bay Area News via Getty Images)<![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[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[Chiefs, Royals reiterate commitment to Jackson County in joint statement]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5182551/2024/01/05/chiefs-royals-stadium-renovation-plans/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5182551/2024/01/05/chiefs-royals-stadium-renovation-plans/Sat, 06 Jan 2024 03:15:30 GMTKANSAS CITY, MO - JANUARY 29: Empty stands on the 50 yard line prior to the game against the Cincinnati Bengals on January 29th, 2023 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by William Purnell/Icon Sportswire 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: Surprising developments spur Royals' relative free-agent spending spree]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141385/2023/12/15/royals-free-agency-rosenthal/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5141385/2023/12/15/royals-free-agency-rosenthal/Sat, 16 Dec 2023 02:03:23 GMTKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - MARCH 30: Kansas City Royals owner John Sherman is seen on Opening Day prior to a gam against the Minnesota Twins at Kauffman Stadium on March 30, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/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[Royals, free-agent RHP Michael Wacha agree to 2-year, $32 million contract: Source]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5140550/2023/12/15/michael-wacha-royals-mlb-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5140550/2023/12/15/michael-wacha-royals-mlb-free-agency/Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:51:27 GMTSep 30, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Michael Wacha (52) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Jung Hoo Lee gives Giants offense a boost, Royals add pitching, Yankees add depth — Law]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5132871/2023/12/12/jung-hoo-lee-seth-lugo-deal-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5132871/2023/12/12/jung-hoo-lee-seth-lugo-deal-analysis/Wed, 13 Dec 2023 02:36:26 GMTAug 4, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team South Korea outfielder Jung Hoo Lee (51) hits a double against Japan in a baseball semifinal match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Seth Lugo, Royals agree to 3-year, $45 million contract: Source]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5132168/2023/12/12/seth-lugo-royals-mlb-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5132168/2023/12/12/seth-lugo-royals-mlb-free-agency/Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:19:35 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 09: Seth Lugo #67 of the San Diego Padres delivers during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 09, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![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[The innings eater is all but extinct, yet managers still long for them in the rotation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5112667/2023/12/08/innings-eaters-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5112667/2023/12/08/innings-eaters-free-agency/Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:01:06 GMTBaltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Gibson (48) throws in the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Sarasota, Fla., Wednesday, March 8, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)<![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[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 AL team's key needs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5091262/2023/11/27/mlb-free-agent-trade-targets-al/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5091262/2023/11/27/mlb-free-agent-trade-targets-al/Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:01:10 GMTDENVER, CO - SEPTEMBER 13: Cody Bellinger #24 of the Chicago Cubs follows the flight of the ball after hitting a first inning RBI sacrifice fly against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on September 13, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/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[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[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 trade scenarios: Bowden answers 25 questions on top starters, big bats and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5075816/2023/11/20/mlb-trade-scenarios-2023-24-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5075816/2023/11/20/mlb-trade-scenarios-2023-24-offseason/Mon, 20 Nov 2023 09:59:38 GMTCleveland Guardians&#039; Shane Bieber pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)<![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[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[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[2023-2024 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[MLB managers on the move; will the Royals offer Bobby Witt Jr. an extension?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5048405/2023/11/09/mlb-manager-hire-fire-royals-bobby-witt-jr-extension-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5048405/2023/11/09/mlb-manager-hire-fire-royals-bobby-witt-jr-extension-the-windup/Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:54:11 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 12: Bobby Witt Jr. #7 of the Kansas City Royals looks on against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning at Guaranteed Rate Field on September 12, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![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[Rosenthal: What I'm hearing in MLB free agency about Brewers trades, Bobby Witt Jr. and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5047458/2023/11/09/mlb-free-agency-trade-brewers-royals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5047458/2023/11/09/mlb-free-agency-trade-brewers-royals/Thu, 09 Nov 2023 12:29:52 GMTMILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 28: Corbin Burnes #39 of the Milwaukee Brewers delivers in the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field on September 28, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/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 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[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[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[Rob Manfred says MLB will discuss postseason format, but commissioner likes it]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5006358/2023/10/27/mlb-rob-manfred-postseason-format-athletics-relocation-vote/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5006358/2023/10/27/mlb-rob-manfred-postseason-format-athletics-relocation-vote/Sat, 28 Oct 2023 01:13:29 GMTARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 10: Major League Baseball commissioner Robert D. Manfred Jr. looks on prior to Game 3 of the Division Series between the Baltimore Orioles and the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why Diamondbacks-Rangers is worth watching, from young stars to ring-chasing old timers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5002955/2023/10/27/diamondbacks-rangers-world-series-reasons-to-watch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5002955/2023/10/27/diamondbacks-rangers-world-series-reasons-to-watch/Fri, 27 Oct 2023 09:05:50 GMTArizona Diamondbacks third baseman Evan Longoria arrives for a World Series baseball media day practice Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. The Diamondbacks will play the Texas Rangers in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)<![CDATA[Law: Scouting the top prospects I saw at the Arizona Fall League]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4967319/2023/10/16/arizona-fall-league-scouting-reports-ricky-tiedemann/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4967319/2023/10/16/arizona-fall-league-scouting-reports-ricky-tiedemann/Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:39:51 GMTSCOTTSDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 02: Chase DeLauter #22 of the Peoria Javelinas scores a run during the game between the Peoria Javelinas and the Scottsdale Scorpions at Scottsdale Stadium on Monday, October 2, 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ranking the 18 MLB teams that didn't make the playoffs: Who is best-positioned for 2024?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4937185/2023/10/09/mlb-missed-playoffs-power-rankings-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4937185/2023/10/09/mlb-missed-playoffs-power-rankings-2024/Mon, 09 Oct 2023 18:00:15 GMT<![CDATA[How MLB playoffs work: Bracket, rules, format, schedule and how to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4799816/2023/10/02/mlb-playoffs-rules-format-bracket-schedule/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4799816/2023/10/02/mlb-playoffs-rules-format-bracket-schedule/Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:15:41 GMT<![CDATA[Arizona Fall League 2023 season preview: Each MLB team's prospects to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4910829/2023/10/01/arizona-fall-league-2023-season-preview/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4910829/2023/10/01/arizona-fall-league-2023-season-preview/Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:00:20 GMT<![CDATA[MLB awards 2023: MVP and LVP, Cy Young and Cy Yuk, top rookies, managers of the year]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4911322/2023/09/29/mlb-awards-2023-mvp-cy-young-rookies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4911322/2023/09/29/mlb-awards-2023-mvp-cy-young-rookies/Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:19 GMT<![CDATA[MLB All-30: We select every team’s most improved player in 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4906639/2023/09/28/mlb-all-30-most-improved-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4906639/2023/09/28/mlb-all-30-most-improved-2023/Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:01:11 GMT<![CDATA[From Paul Skenes to Brice Matthews: Reviewing the pro debuts of the 2023 MLB Draft first-round picks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4890724/2023/09/27/2023-mlb-first-round-pro-debut-skenes-crews/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/4890724/2023/09/27/2023-mlb-first-round-pro-debut-skenes-crews/Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:01:55 GMTBradenton Marauders pitcher Paul Skenes (34) delivers a pitch making his Single-A debut during an MiLB Florida State League baseball game against the Lakeland Flying Tigers on August 15, 2023 at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida. 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