<![CDATA[Texas Rangers - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/tex-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngTexas Rangers - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/mlb/team/tex-rangers/The Athletic Media CompanyWed, 03 Jul 2024 08:30:32 GMTTue, 02 Jul 2024 17:32:08 GMT<![CDATA[Top-10 prospects Marcelo Mayer, Ethan Salas, Dylan Crews, Max Clark highlight Futures Game rosters]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5611905/2024/07/02/2024-futures-game-rosters-marcelo-mayer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5611905/2024/07/02/2024-futures-game-rosters-marcelo-mayer/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:32:08 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JULY 08: Marcelo Mayer #10 of the Boston Red Sox fields a ground ball during the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game at T-Mobile Park on July 08, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline report: Key storylines with 1 month to go, plus 3 intriguing targets]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5610002/2024/07/02/mlb-trade-deadline-storylines-targets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5610002/2024/07/02/mlb-trade-deadline-storylines-targets/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:15:35 GMTTORONTO, ON - JUNE 14: Bo Bichette #11 of Toronto Blue Jays runs to first base against the Cleveland Guardians during the fourth inning in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on June 14, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Orioles reach a season-high perch, plus trade deadline predictions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5608283/2024/07/02/mlb-power-rankings-orioles-trade-deadline/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5608283/2024/07/02/mlb-power-rankings-orioles-trade-deadline/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:56 GMT<![CDATA[Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford hits MLB's first cycle for 2024 season]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5607135/2024/06/30/rangers-wyatt-langford-cycle/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5607135/2024/06/30/rangers-wyatt-langford-cycle/Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:32:30 GMTJun 30, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Texas Rangers outfielder Wyatt Langford (36) is interviewed following the game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Texas Rangers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-USA TODAY Sports<![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 deadline watch: Rays may have arms to move; which teams are eyeing struggling Cubs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598819/2024/06/28/mlb-trade-deadline-watch-rays-pitching/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598819/2024/06/28/mlb-trade-deadline-watch-rays-pitching/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:08 GMTJun 23, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Aaron Civale (34) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports<![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[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[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[Which young MLB starters who recently debuted are best set up for success?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559721/2024/06/14/mlb-young-starting-pitchers-debut-success/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559721/2024/06/14/mlb-young-starting-pitchers-debut-success/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:35:57 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 30: Christian Scott #45 of the New York Mets pitches during the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Citi Field on May 30, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)<![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 Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Weirdest and Wildest MLB games, feats and minutia of the past month]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547569/2024/06/07/weird-mlb-games-stats/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5547569/2024/06/07/weird-mlb-games-stats/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:01:31 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 03: Rhys Hoskins #12 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts after stealing second base past Edmundo Sosa #33 of the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park on June 03, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)<![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[Fifty years later, the chaos of Cleveland's 10-Cent Beer Night still shocks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528679/2024/06/03/cleveland-10-cent-beer-night-50-anniversary/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5528679/2024/06/03/cleveland-10-cent-beer-night-50-anniversary/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:15:10 GMTCLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 4,1974: Members of the Texas Rangers restrain a fan from running onto the field during a game against the Cleveland Indians on June 4, 1974 at Cleveland Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. Texas was awarded a win by forfeit 5-5 when the game was called by the umpires, due to fans storming the field during 10 cent beer night. 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(Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![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[Answering 20 MLB trade deadline questions on the Yankees, Phillies and other expected contenders]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513264/2024/05/23/mlb-trade-deadline-buyers-yankees-phillies/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5513264/2024/05/23/mlb-trade-deadline-buyers-yankees-phillies/Thu, 23 May 2024 09:31:30 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 26: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics pitches against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 26, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. 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Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports<![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. 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Moore III/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ranking the top 10 rookies in the American League, an early ROY race no one expected]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5481513/2024/05/09/american-league-rookie-rankings-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5481513/2024/05/09/american-league-rookie-rankings-2024/Thu, 09 May 2024 11:38:01 GMT<![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[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[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[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[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[Jack Leiter's struggles helped pave the way to a major-league debut]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5427755/2024/04/18/rangers-jack-leiter-mlb-debut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5427755/2024/04/18/rangers-jack-leiter-mlb-debut/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 23:26:22 GMTDETROIT, MI - APRIL 18: Jack Leiter #35 of the Texas Rangers smiles back at the catcher after giving up a hit to the Detroit Tigers during the first inning of his MLB Debut at Comerica Park on April 18, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[An Orioles' pitcher's 6-year journey back to MLB; how the Rangers’ draft philosophy changed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426391/2024/04/18/albert-suarez-orioles-rangers-mlb-draft-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5426391/2024/04/18/albert-suarez-orioles-rangers-mlb-draft-the-windup/Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:20:34 GMTBALTIMORE, MD - APRIL 17: : Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Albert Suarez (49) ready to pitch a MLB game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Minnesota Twins, on April 17, 2024, at Orioles Park at Camden Yards, in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Tony Quinn/SipaUSA)(Sipa via AP Images)<![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[Jack Leiter latest Rangers prospect to debut; Miguel Rojas’ response to a changed role]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5422738/2024/04/17/jack-leiter-debut-miguel-rojas-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5422738/2024/04/17/jack-leiter-debut-miguel-rojas-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:53:53 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[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[Rangers call up Jack Leiter to pitch Thursday for MLB debut]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419997/2024/04/16/jack-leiter-rangers-call-up-mlb-debut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419997/2024/04/16/jack-leiter-rangers-call-up-mlb-debut/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 16:13:56 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[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[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[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[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[An off-color look for the Phillies, the aftermath of a no-hitter and more ‘Sliders’]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392257/2024/04/05/city-connect-phillies-no-hitter-sliders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5392257/2024/04/05/city-connect-phillies-no-hitter-sliders/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:00:53 GMT<![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[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[The best defensive player most MLB fans don't know, Logan Gilbert's standout skill and more 'Sliders']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372888/2024/03/29/logan-gilbert-brenton-doyle-mlb-sliders/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372888/2024/03/29/logan-gilbert-brenton-doyle-mlb-sliders/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:00:43 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - AUGUST 23: Brenton Doyle #9 of the Colorado Rockies catches a fly ball during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on August 23, 2023 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/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[Rangers unveil first World Series banner, begin defense of championship]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376555/2024/03/28/rangers-unveil-world-series-banner/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5376555/2024/03/28/rangers-unveil-world-series-banner/Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:47:44 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - MARCH 28: Manager Bruce Bochy #15 0f the Texas Rangers speaks to the fans prior to the Opening Day game against the Chicago Cubs at Globe Life Field on March 28, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's Opening Day is here, plus Draymond's latest ejection]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373689/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-the-pulse/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5373689/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-the-pulse/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:36:58 GMTSURPRISE, ARIZONA - MARCH 14: Wyatt Langford #32 of the Texas Rangers high fives Adolis Garcia #53 after hitting a home run during the Spring Training Game against the Cincinnati Reds at Surprise Stadium on March 14, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by John E. Moore III/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[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[Shohei Ohtani tells his side of the story; how the Astros can keep the dynasty intact]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369297/2024/03/26/shohei-ohtani-betting-gambling-astros-dynasty-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5369297/2024/03/26/shohei-ohtani-betting-gambling-astros-dynasty-the-windup/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:02:17 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 27: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers prepares for a game against the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch on February 27, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why the Rangers can't stop raving about rookie Wyatt Langford]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368124/2024/03/26/wyatt-langford-texas-rangers-debut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5368124/2024/03/26/wyatt-langford-texas-rangers-debut/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:30:22 GMTSURPRISE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 28, 2024: Wyatt Langford #82 of the Texas Rangers bats during the first inning of a spring training game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Surprise Stadium on February 28, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by David Durochik/Diamond Images via 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 American League West preview: preseason grades, odds and analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353629/2024/03/25/mlb-al-west-preview-grades-odds-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353629/2024/03/25/mlb-al-west-preview-grades-odds-analysis/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:30:24 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[Rangers' top prospect Wyatt Langford makes Texas' Opening Day roster]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5362245/2024/03/22/rangers-wyatt-langford-prospect-roster/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5362245/2024/03/22/rangers-wyatt-langford-prospect-roster/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:47:11 GMTSURPRISE, ARIZONA - MARCH 14: Wyatt Langford #82 of the Texas Rangers rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam during the Spring Training Game against the Cincinnati Reds at Surprise Stadium on March 14, 2024 in Surprise, Arizona. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)<![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 unusual skill only 2 active MLB position players have; the last pitch of the 2023 World Series and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357401/2024/03/22/mlb-unusual-skill-world-series-texas-rangers-sliders-column/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5357401/2024/03/22/mlb-unusual-skill-world-series-texas-rangers-sliders-column/Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:00:36 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 15: Chas McCormick #20 fields a ball while Jake Meyers #6 of the Houston Astros watches on against the Washington Nationals as at Minute Maid Park on June 15, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)<![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[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[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[Was Dylan Cease to Padres a surprise? Not quite; Can the Rangers repeat as champs?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5341684/2024/03/14/dylan-cease-padres-rangers-repeat-champions-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5341684/2024/03/14/dylan-cease-padres-rangers-repeat-champions-the-windup/Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:22:16 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Nathan Eovaldi #17 of the Texas Rangers reacts in the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during Game Five of the World Series at Chase Field on November 01, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/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[Rosenthal: What I'm hearing about trade talks for White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5337659/2024/03/12/dylan-cease-white-sox-trade/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5337659/2024/03/12/dylan-cease-white-sox-trade/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 02:32:27 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 21: Dylan Cease #84 of the Chicago White Sox looks on during a spring training workout at Camelback Ranch on February 21, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![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[MLB Extension Week, Part 3: How much for Bo Bichette and other hitters in arbitration?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5319765/2024/03/06/mlb-extensions-bo-bichette-kyle-tucker/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5319765/2024/03/06/mlb-extensions-bo-bichette-kyle-tucker/Wed, 06 Mar 2024 10:00:18 GMTFeb 24, 2024; Dunedin, Florida, USA; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) celebrates after scoring a run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the third inning at TD Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Why Matt Chapman is making less than Cody Bellinger; a sea change in MLB coaching]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5315193/2024/03/04/matt-chapman-giants-contract-mike-trout-mvp-2024-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5315193/2024/03/04/matt-chapman-giants-contract-mike-trout-mvp-2024-the-windup/Mon, 04 Mar 2024 15:54:24 GMTJun 17, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman (26) in action during the game between the Texas Rangers and the Toronto Blue Jays at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-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[The Cody Bellinger contract, Jordan Montgomery's market and the MLB moves to come]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5302308/2024/02/27/mlb-free-agency-cody-bellinger-jordan-montgomery/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5302308/2024/02/27/mlb-free-agency-cody-bellinger-jordan-montgomery/Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:38:20 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 03: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers reacts at the end of the seventh inning against the Tampa Bay Rays during Game One of the Wild Card Series at Tropicana Field on October 03, 2023 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ferguson Jenkins' baseball work ethic was relentless. Now 81, nothing has changed]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287099/2024/02/23/ferguson-jenkins-baseball-black-aces-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287099/2024/02/23/ferguson-jenkins-baseball-black-aces-mlb/Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:00:26 GMT<![CDATA[Deep league starting pitcher targets for the very end of your fantasy baseball draft]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5261946/2024/02/22/fantasy-baseball-draft-deep-league-pitchers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5261946/2024/02/22/fantasy-baseball-draft-deep-league-pitchers/Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:20:01 GMTSep 12, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Louie Varland (37) pitches in the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Dave Stewart used confidence and patience to become one of baseball's top pitchers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5245727/2024/02/21/dave-stewart-black-aces-pitcher-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5245727/2024/02/21/dave-stewart-black-aces-pitcher-mlb/Wed, 21 Feb 2024 12:00:10 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[Texas Rangers need Corey Seager — and others — to get healthy for World Series repeat]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5285565/2024/02/20/texas-rangers-corey-seager-world-series-repeat/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5285565/2024/02/20/texas-rangers-corey-seager-world-series-repeat/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:45 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 03: Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers lifts the Commissioner&#039;s Trophy during the World Series Championship celebration at Globe Life Field on November 03, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/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: Staredown between 'Boras Four' free agents and their potential suitors goes on]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287035/2024/02/20/mlb-free-agents-scott-boras/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287035/2024/02/20/mlb-free-agents-scott-boras/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:00:04 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - MAY 24: Scott Boras watches batting practice before the game between the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Nationals Park on May 24, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![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[Texas Rangers 2024 top 20 prospects: Wyatt Langford, Evan Carter lead the way]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5264519/2024/02/14/texas-rangers-2024-top-prospects-keith-law/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5264519/2024/02/14/texas-rangers-2024-top-prospects-keith-law/Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:00:55 GMTHickory Crawdads Wyatt Langford (23) during a game against the Asheville Tourists at McCormick Field on August 8, 2023 in Asheville, North Carolina. (Tony Farlow/Four Seam Images via AP)<![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[Explaining a stop-gap TV deal; MLB makes an example out of Billy Eppler]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5269986/2024/02/12/explaining-a-stop-gap-tv-deal-mlb-makes-an-example-out-of-billy-eppler/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5269986/2024/02/12/explaining-a-stop-gap-tv-deal-mlb-makes-an-example-out-of-billy-eppler/Mon, 12 Feb 2024 16:04:23 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[Ten MLB players who are ready to explode this season — and help your fantasy team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5268096/2024/02/12/mlb-breakout-players-2024-fantasy/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5268096/2024/02/12/mlb-breakout-players-2024-fantasy/Mon, 12 Feb 2024 13:07:00 GMT<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Shohei Ohtani's unique media situation, explaining Billy Eppler's punishment]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5264847/2024/02/09/shohei-ohtani-media-billy-eppler/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5264847/2024/02/09/shohei-ohtani-media-billy-eppler/Sat, 10 Feb 2024 04:18:14 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers speaks with the media during DodgerFest at Dodger Stadium on February 03, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bridge-year broadcast deals for Twins, Rangers, Guardians approved for 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5263930/2024/02/09/bally-twins-rangers-guardians-broadcast-deal/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5263930/2024/02/09/bally-twins-rangers-guardians-broadcast-deal/Fri, 09 Feb 2024 18:29:54 GMT<![CDATA[Corey Kluber, 2-time Cy Young Award winner, retires after 13 seasons]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5263350/2024/02/09/corey-kluber-retires-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5263350/2024/02/09/corey-kluber-retires-mlb/Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:53:15 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - APRIL 25: Starting pitcher Corey Kluber #28 of the Boston Red Sox works the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 25, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)<![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[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[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[Can Amazon save the Bally RSNs? Understanding what's next for broadcaster]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5240061/2024/01/31/bally-rsn-deal-amazon-explained/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5240061/2024/01/31/bally-rsn-deal-amazon-explained/Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:11:58 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[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[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[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[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[Weaver: Hall of Famer Adrián Beltré's journey to joyful abandon felt like magic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5222753/2024/01/23/adrian-beltre-hall-of-fame-texas-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5222753/2024/01/23/adrian-beltre-hall-of-fame-texas-rangers/Tue, 23 Jan 2024 23:21:56 GMTARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 09: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers at bat against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning at Globe Life Park in Arlington on April 9, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/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[How Adrian Beltre's 'pillow contract' year put him on a Hall of Fame trajectory]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5206945/2024/01/17/beltre-hall-of-fame-pillow-contract/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5206945/2024/01/17/beltre-hall-of-fame-pillow-contract/Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:00:42 GMTNEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Boston Red Sox looks on during warm-ups prior to the start of the game against the New York Yankees on September 26, 2010 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/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[2024 international signing period opens, highlighted by Braves, Padres prospect signings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5203438/2024/01/15/2024-mlb-international-signing-period/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5203438/2024/01/15/2024-mlb-international-signing-period/Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:53:29 GMTOct 9, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; An official baseball in a baseball glove before game two of the NLDS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks for the 2023 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Rosenthal: The case for signing Blake Snell, plus more MLB offseason notes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5200609/2024/01/14/blake-snell-mlb-free-agency-rosenthal/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5200609/2024/01/14/blake-snell-mlb-free-agency-rosenthal/Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:00:24 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 19: Blake Snell #4 of the San Diego Padres looks o during the sixth inning of a game against the Colorado Rockies at PETCO Park on September 19, 2023 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Bowden's MLB offseason mailbag: What I'm hearing about free agents, teams and trades]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5192108/2024/01/10/mlb-offseason-trades-free-agents-teams/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5192108/2024/01/10/mlb-offseason-trades-free-agents-teams/Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:07:28 GMTCHICAGO, IL - JULY 27: Dylan Cease #84 of the Chicago White Sox pitches in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 27, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Ethan Salas tops list of 2023 international signings who had strong debut seasons]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5188757/2024/01/10/mlb-2023-international-signings-review/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5188757/2024/01/10/mlb-2023-international-signings-review/Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:00:11 GMTPEORIA, ARIZONA - MARCH 23, 2023: Ethan Salas #85 of the San Diego Padres looks on during a minor league spring training game against the Seattle Mariners at the Peoria Sports Complex on March 23, 2023 in Peoria, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images 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[Twins, Rangers, Guardians future in limbo as Diamond Sports bankruptcy hearing postponed: Source]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5191698/2024/01/09/diamond-bankruptcy-twins-rangers-guardians/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5191698/2024/01/09/diamond-bankruptcy-twins-rangers-guardians/Wed, 10 Jan 2024 03:05:54 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 02: The Bally Sports logo is shown during the game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Atlanta Braves at Chase Field on June 02, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Diamondbacks defeated the Braves 3-2. (Photo by Chris Coduto/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[Kepner: Explaining my Baseball Hall of Fame ballot — a celebration of greatness]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5185184/2024/01/08/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5185184/2024/01/08/baseball-hall-of-fame-ballot-2024/Mon, 08 Jan 2024 10:00:13 GMTARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 24: Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers hits a solo home run in the sixth inning during Game Five of the MLB World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington on October 24, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/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[The Mets' big-money futility, Julio Rodríguez's feat and more Strange But True reader favorites]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5166256/2023/12/29/mets-payroll-julio-rodriguez-mlb/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5166256/2023/12/29/mets-payroll-julio-rodriguez-mlb/Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:00:58 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 01: New York Mets Manager Buck Showalter is stands between Francisco Lindor #12 and Pete Alonso #20 during a pitching change in the ninth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on October 01, 2023 in New York City. Buck Showalter announced before the game he would not be returning as the Mets manager next year. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)<![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[The Athletic MLB staff's most memorable baseball moments of 2023]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5162438/2023/12/28/2023-mlb-memories-moments-recap/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5162438/2023/12/28/2023-mlb-memories-moments-recap/Thu, 28 Dec 2023 10:00:57 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[The Rangers' wild-but-true trade for Josh Sborz that is frozen in franchise history]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5161233/2023/12/27/rangers-josh-sborz-trade-dodgers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5161233/2023/12/27/rangers-josh-sborz-trade-dodgers/Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:00:28 GMTNov 1, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Texas Rangers relief pitcher Josh Sborz (66) celebrates after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks to win the World Series in game five of the 2023 World Series at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports<![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[Rosenthal: What I'm hearing about the Angels' trade chips, Clayton Kershaw's market]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5158280/2023/12/22/angels-trade-options-clayton-kershaw/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5158280/2023/12/22/angels-trade-options-clayton-kershaw/Sat, 23 Dec 2023 01:44:07 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 23: Clayton Kershaw #22 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts as he leaves the mound at the end of the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Yamamoto and the Japanese starters who preceded him to MLB: A look at their contracts, careers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5135176/2023/12/22/yamamoto-mlb-contract-japanese-pitchers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5135176/2023/12/22/yamamoto-mlb-contract-japanese-pitchers/Fri, 22 Dec 2023 10:01:40 GMT<![CDATA[After a monumental season, here's what the Rangers need now]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5150697/2023/12/21/rangers-offseason-outlook-roster-cable/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5150697/2023/12/21/rangers-offseason-outlook-roster-cable/Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:05:47 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[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[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[Rangers' Max Scherzer out until midseason after having back surgery]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5140672/2023/12/15/max-scherzer-back-surgery-rangers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5140672/2023/12/15/max-scherzer-back-surgery-rangers/Fri, 15 Dec 2023 18:22:36 GMTOct 30, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) pitches in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in game three of the 2023 World Series at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Resetting the MLB trade candidates field: The 7 players most likely to be dealt this winter]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5138791/2023/12/15/mlb-offseason-trade-targets/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5138791/2023/12/15/mlb-offseason-trade-targets/Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:17:50 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 20: Corbin Burnes #39 of the Milwaukee Brewers in action against the Philadelphia Phillies during a game at Citizens Bank Park on July 20, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rosenthal: What I'm hearing about Dylan Cease and the starting pitcher market]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5139906/2023/12/15/starting-pitcher-market-rosenthal/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5139906/2023/12/15/starting-pitcher-market-rosenthal/Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:15:36 GMTMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 22: Dylan Cease #84 of the Chicago White Sox pitches against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning at Target Field on July 22, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Adam Bettcher/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[How Shohei Ohtani’s signing impacts 9 teams that missed out on him]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5105548/2023/12/09/ohtani-blue-jays-giants-angels/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5105548/2023/12/09/ohtani-blue-jays-giants-angels/Sat, 09 Dec 2023 21:06:44 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - APRIL 04: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels looks on during the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on April 04, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![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[Bowden: 6 big trades I'd like to see happen at MLB's Winter Meetings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5103630/2023/12/01/mlb-winter-metings-trade-proposals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5103630/2023/12/01/mlb-winter-metings-trade-proposals/Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:53:29 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 13: Juan Soto #22 of the San Diego Padres watches his solo homerun during a 4-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on May 13, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Rangers Winter Meetings preview: Could Texas grab offseason headlines once again?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5094987/2023/12/01/rangers-winter-meetings-preview-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5094987/2023/12/01/rangers-winter-meetings-preview-offseason/Fri, 01 Dec 2023 11:00:05 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 01: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers celebrates with 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[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[Baseball names on the rise: 12 potential future stars in management and coaching]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5096538/2023/11/30/future-mlb-managers-coaches-to-watch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5096538/2023/11/30/future-mlb-managers-coaches-to-watch/Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:05:54 GMT<![CDATA[Rosenthal: Rangers face uncertainty in free agency, plus Yankees' payroll, White Sox's options for Cease]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5100482/2023/11/30/mlb-free-agency-rumors-rangers-yankees-white-sox/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5100482/2023/11/30/mlb-free-agency-rumors-rangers-yankees-white-sox/Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:00:11 GMTARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 03: Manager Bruce Bochy #15 of the Texas Rangers speaks on stage during the World Series Championship celebration at Globe Life Field on November 03, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)<![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[Ken's 4 MLB teams under pressure; Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the pitcher everyone wants]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5093183/2023/11/27/mlb-offseason-pressure-yoshinobu-yamamoto-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5093183/2023/11/27/mlb-offseason-pressure-yoshinobu-yamamoto-the-windup/Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:51:31 GMTOrix Buffaloes starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto throws against the Seibu Lions during a baseball game at Belluna Dome in Tokorozawa, Saitama Prefecture, eastern Japan, on Aug. 23, 2023. (Kyodo via AP Images) ==Kyodo<![CDATA[Buyer's remorse? A post-Black Friday ranking of MLB's 10 worst contracts]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5072690/2023/11/27/buyers-remorse-mlbs-10-worst-contracts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5072690/2023/11/27/buyers-remorse-mlbs-10-worst-contracts/Mon, 27 Nov 2023 10:05:27 GMTANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - JULY 01: Anthony Rendon #6 of the Los Angeles Angels hits a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the fourth inning at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on July 01, 2023 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/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. 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