<![CDATA[The Windup - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/tag/the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngThe Windup - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/tag/the-windup/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 06:24:24 GMTFri, 28 Jun 2024 16:13:21 GMT<![CDATA[How do we fix MLB's offense? Plus Ken's All-Star picks and the Baseball Card of the Week]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5600603/2024/06/28/mlb-offense-all-star-injuries-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5600603/2024/06/28/mlb-offense-all-star-injuries-the-windup/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 16:13:21 GMTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - APRIL 17: Detail view of a 2024 All Star Game logo on a hat during a game between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on April 17, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images)<![CDATA[We need to talk about Gunnar Henderson. Plus, the price of pitching progress]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596816/2024/06/27/gunnar-henderson-blue-jays-eric-kay-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596816/2024/06/27/gunnar-henderson-blue-jays-eric-kay-the-windup/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:01:02 GMTJun 8, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the ninth inning at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Salty swings in San Diego, plus Ken's latest trade deadline intel]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5593586/2024/06/26/padres-nationals-machado-trade-deadline-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5593586/2024/06/26/padres-nationals-machado-trade-deadline-the-windup/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 15:30:12 GMTJun 25, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) celebrates after hitting a two-run home run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Messy National League's upcoming standings chaos, plus why Aaron Judge loves center field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:00:21 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Mr. Met cheers during game two of a doubleheader between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets at Citi Field on August 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Where did baseball's offense go? Plus, Mets' turnaround and Blue Jays' latest trip-up]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586978/2024/06/24/mlb-pitching-offense-blue-jays-suspension-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586978/2024/06/24/mlb-pitching-offense-blue-jays-suspension-the-windup/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:31:15 GMTARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 10: A detail shot of the pitch speed tracker on the video board during 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[Rickwood Field game was baseball perfection, plus quick 2024 MLB Draft primer]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581382/2024/06/21/rickwood-field-game-willie-mays-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581382/2024/06/21/rickwood-field-game-willie-mays-the-windup/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:55:35 GMT<![CDATA[Remembering a true GOAT; ball/strike challenges are coming]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578723/2024/06/20/willie-mays-death-automated-strike-zone-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578723/2024/06/20/willie-mays-death-automated-strike-zone-the-windup/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:48:41 GMT(Original Caption) Willie Mays, San Francisco outfielder is shown at Spring Training in Phoenix.<![CDATA[Yankees' best about to get better; Abreu's disastrous Astros tenure, explained]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573390/2024/06/18/yankees-injuries-astros-jose-abreu-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573390/2024/06/18/yankees-injuries-astros-jose-abreu-the-windup/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:54:45 GMTJun 5, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) looks on from the dug out during the eighth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[4 MLB pitching feats you might've missed; counting down to the Marlins' fire sale]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564777/2024/06/14/mlb-pitching-marlins-trade-deadline-targets-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564777/2024/06/14/mlb-pitching-marlins-trade-deadline-targets-the-windup/Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:11:31 GMTApr 16, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (40) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Royals are on pace for an all-time turnaround; can the Blue Jays salvage their season?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561692/2024/06/13/kansas-city-royals-win-pace-blue-jays-offense-defense-problems-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561692/2024/06/13/kansas-city-royals-win-pace-blue-jays-offense-defense-problems-the-windup/Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:28:04 GMTCLEVELAND, OHIO - JUNE 06: MJ Melendez #1 of the Kansas City Royals celebrates after scoring during the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on June 06, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Yankees' Aaron Judge is on fire; options to replace injured Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558735/2024/06/12/yankees-aaron-judge-hot-streak-jt-realmuto-phillies-injury-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5558735/2024/06/12/yankees-aaron-judge-hot-streak-jt-realmuto-phillies-injury-the-windup/Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:57:46 GMTMay 5, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Aaron Judge (99) hits a solo home run during the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The Brewers are MLB’s best underdog story; the trade market for first basemen]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556121/2024/06/11/the-brewers-are-mlbs-best-underdog-story-the-trade-market-for-first-basemen/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5556121/2024/06/11/the-brewers-are-mlbs-best-underdog-story-the-trade-market-for-first-basemen/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:08:08 GMTMILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 11: William Contreras #24 of the Milwaukee Brewers reacts to a double during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field on May 11, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB players dish about the league, each other; the Tigers pitcher making a Cy Young case]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553741/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-tigers-tarik-skubal-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5553741/2024/06/10/mlb-player-poll-tigers-tarik-skubal-the-windup/Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:21:02 GMTJun 6, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia (11) celebrates with Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) after their game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[A look at the Mariners' luck; Mets and Phillies get ready for London Series]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5548929/2024/06/07/seattle-mariners-luck-london-series-mets-phillies-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5548929/2024/06/07/seattle-mariners-luck-london-series-mets-phillies-the-windup/Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:21:21 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 06: Julio Rodríguez #44 of the Seattle Mariners reacts after they beat the Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum on June 6, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Paul Skenes + Shohei Ohtani = MLB theater; how 3 perfect game bids ended]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546121/2024/06/06/paul-skenes-shohei-ohtani-home-run-strikeout-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5546121/2024/06/06/paul-skenes-shohei-ohtani-home-run-strikeout-the-windup/Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:46:17 GMTJun 5, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Reckoning for sports betting draws near; time for change in Chicago?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543069/2024/06/05/mlb-sports-betting-chicago-white-sox-fire-pedro-grifol-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5543069/2024/06/05/mlb-sports-betting-chicago-white-sox-fire-pedro-grifol-the-windup/Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:41:23 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 10: Manager Pedro Grifol #5 of the Chicago White Sox reacts with Eloy Jiménez #74 in the dugout prior to a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Guaranteed Rate Field on May 10, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano gets MLB ban for gambling; a wild night in Cleveland]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540130/2024/06/04/tucupita-marcano-mlb-ban-gambling-scandal-10-cent-beer-night-cleveland-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5540130/2024/06/04/tucupita-marcano-mlb-ban-gambling-scandal-10-cent-beer-night-cleveland-the-windup/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:52:23 GMTJun 6, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Tucupita Marcano (30) gestures at second base after hitting a double against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[We got peak Tommy Pham this weekend; an amazing run in college baseball ends]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537190/2024/06/03/tommy-pham-white-sox-college-baseball-birmingham-southern-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5537190/2024/06/03/tommy-pham-white-sox-college-baseball-birmingham-southern-the-windup/Mon, 03 Jun 2024 15:13:35 GMTMILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JUNE 02: Tommy Pham #28 of the Chicago White Sox is restrained by coaches during the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on June 02, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Giants have been on a tear; there's more to the Jorge López story]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532296/2024/05/31/the-giants-have-been-on-a-tear-theres-more-to-the-jorge-lopez-story/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5532296/2024/05/31/the-giants-have-been-on-a-tear-theres-more-to-the-jorge-lopez-story/Fri, 31 May 2024 14:46:30 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 28: Tyler Fitzgerald #49 of the San Francisco Giants reacts after he scored the winning run on a sacrifice fly against the Philadelphia Phillies in the 10th inning at Oracle Park on May 28, 2024 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Jorge López and the Mets' melodrama; José Siri's home run robbery]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529821/2024/05/30/jorge-lopez-and-the-mets-melodrama-jose-siris-home-run-robbery/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5529821/2024/05/30/jorge-lopez-and-the-mets-melodrama-jose-siris-home-run-robbery/Thu, 30 May 2024 15:46:24 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 24: Jorge López #52 of the New York Mets pitches against the San Francisco Giants during the ninth inning at Citi Field on May 24, 2024 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why MLB added Negro Leagues stats to its records; apologizing to the Cleveland Guardians]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5526787/2024/05/29/mlb-negro-leagues-statistics-records-cleveland-guardians-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5526787/2024/05/29/mlb-negro-leagues-statistics-records-cleveland-guardians-the-windup/Wed, 29 May 2024 15:08:27 GMTPITTSBURGH - 1940. Josh Gibson, catcher for the Negro League Homestead Grays of Pittsburgh, practices his swing before a game at Forbes Field in 1940. (Photo by Mark Rucker/Transcendental Graphics, Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angel Hernandez, your least favorite umpire, has retired; Ronald Acuña Jr.'s devastating injury]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5524001/2024/05/28/angel-hernandez-umpire-retire-ronald-acuna-jr-injury-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5524001/2024/05/28/angel-hernandez-umpire-retire-ronald-acuna-jr-injury-the-windup/Tue, 28 May 2024 15:16:19 GMTPHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 24: Kyle Schwarber #12 of the Philadelphia Phillies argues with home plate umpire Angel Hernandez after being called out on strikes during the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park on April 24, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Brewers defeated the Phillies 1-0. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB uniform and style buffs, this edition of the newsletter is for you]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5517652/2024/05/24/mlb-uniforms-uni-watch-paul-lukas-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5517652/2024/05/24/mlb-uniforms-uni-watch-paul-lukas-the-windup/Fri, 24 May 2024 14:25:20 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 09: Zack Greinke #21 of the Arizona Diamondbacks delivers a first inning pitch against the Chicago Cubs at Chase Field on April 9, 2016 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Elly De La Cruz waves goodbye; Xander Bogaerts injury huge loss for the Padres]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5515330/2024/05/23/elly-de-la-cruz-baserunning-xander-bogaerts-padres-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5515330/2024/05/23/elly-de-la-cruz-baserunning-xander-bogaerts-padres-the-windup/Thu, 23 May 2024 15:12:53 GMTATLANTA, GA MAY 20: San Diego second baseman Xander Bogaerts (2) goes down in pain during the first game of a MLB doubleheader between the San Diego Padres and the Atlanta Braves on May 20th, 2024 at Truist Park in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Oneil Cruz hits serious missiles; Rafael Devers' streak snapped, but chaos reigns]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5512268/2024/05/22/oneil-cruz-hardest-hit-balls-statcast-history-rafael-devers-home-run-streak-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5512268/2024/05/22/oneil-cruz-hardest-hit-balls-statcast-history-rafael-devers-home-run-streak-the-windup/Wed, 22 May 2024 14:55:08 GMTMay 21, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz (15) hits a single against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Rafael Devers trots into Red Sox history books; baseball's most exciting play]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5509475/2024/05/21/rafael-devers-red-sox-home-runs-christian-yelich-steal-home-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5509475/2024/05/21/rafael-devers-red-sox-home-runs-christian-yelich-steal-home-the-windup/Tue, 21 May 2024 14:25:44 GMTST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA - MAY 20: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox reacts with teammates after hitting a two run home run during the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays continuing his home run streak to six games in a row at Tropicana Field on May 20, 2024 in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Paul Skenes backing up the talk, plus a surprising MLB jersey numbers fact]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507744/2024/05/20/paul-skenes-pirates-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5507744/2024/05/20/paul-skenes-pirates-the-windup/Mon, 20 May 2024 20:11:23 GMTCHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates reacts after a teammate dumped Gatorade on him after the game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Friday, May 17, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[With Juan Soto, contract fun is just beginning; a radical solution to MLB's TV troubles]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5501344/2024/05/17/juan-soto-yankees-contract-nationalize-mlb-tv-broadcast-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5501344/2024/05/17/juan-soto-yankees-contract-nationalize-mlb-tv-broadcast-the-windup/Fri, 17 May 2024 14:58:46 GMTNew York Yankees&#039; Juan Soto reacts after hitting a three-run double during the seventh inning of the baseball game against the Detroit Tigers at Yankee Stadium, Sunday, May 5, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)<![CDATA[The Rockies — yes, the Rockies — are winning; it's raining hot dogs, foul balls in Seattle]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5498984/2024/05/16/the-rockies-yes-the-rockies-are-winning-its-raining-hot-dogs-foul-balls-in-seattle/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5498984/2024/05/16/the-rockies-yes-the-rockies-are-winning-its-raining-hot-dogs-foul-balls-in-seattle/Thu, 16 May 2024 15:14:39 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 15: Jordan Beck #27 and Elehuris Montero #44 of the Colorado Rockies celebrate after defeating the San Diego Padres 8-0 in a game at Petco Park on May 15, 2024 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Astros' Ronel Blanco in a sticky situation; Giants, Reds deal with injuries (and a suspension)]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5495808/2024/05/15/ronel-blanco-astros-sticky-stuff-giants-reds-injuries-suspension-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5495808/2024/05/15/ronel-blanco-astros-sticky-stuff-giants-reds-injuries-suspension-the-windup/Wed, 15 May 2024 15:02:32 GMTMay 14, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco (56) reacts after being ejected prior to the fourth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MLB's starting pitcher problem: Solutions, pitfalls and a hot take]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492735/2024/05/14/mlb-starting-pitchers-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5492735/2024/05/14/mlb-starting-pitchers-the-windup/Tue, 14 May 2024 15:45:46 GMTCINCINNATI, OHIO - MAY 11: Justin Verlander #35 (L) and Max Scherzer #21 of the New York Mets look on from the dugout during the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on May 11, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The lowdown on new hitting stats; how the Padres kept the Dodgers at bay]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5489842/2024/05/13/padres-pitching-dodgers-statcast-bat-speed-stats-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5489842/2024/05/13/padres-pitching-dodgers-statcast-bat-speed-stats-the-windup/Mon, 13 May 2024 14:58:40 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 12: Yu Darvish #11 of the San Diego Padres pitches during the sixth inning of a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park on May 12, 2024 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Yankees, Astros hit some long home runs; Ohtani-Mizuhara saga getting Hollywood treatment]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484481/2024/05/10/yankees-astros-home-runs-shohei-ohtani-ippei-mizuhara-tv-show-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5484481/2024/05/10/yankees-astros-home-runs-shohei-ohtani-ippei-mizuhara-tv-show-the-windup/Fri, 10 May 2024 14:54:42 GMTMay 8, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) celebrates his solo home run against the Houston Astros in the dugout with teammates during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Willson Contreras injury is more bad news for Cardinals; how a Yankees-Rays-Marlins trade came together]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5479669/2024/05/08/willson-contreras-injury-yankees-rays-marlins-trade-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5479669/2024/05/08/willson-contreras-injury-yankees-rays-marlins-trade-the-windup/Wed, 08 May 2024 14:49:41 GMTST LOUIS, MISSOURI - MAY 7: Willson Contreras #40 of the St. Louis Cardinals reacts after getting hit by a bat on a follow through of the swing of J.D. Martinez #28 of the New York Mets in the second inning at Busch Stadium on May 7, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri. Contreras broke his arm on the play. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/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[Luis Arraez headlines first blockbuster trade of the season; Shohei Ohtani is thriving]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5474745/2024/05/06/luis-arraez-marlins-padres-trade-shohei-ohtani-dodgers-thrive-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5474745/2024/05/06/luis-arraez-marlins-padres-trade-shohei-ohtani-dodgers-thrive-the-windup/Mon, 06 May 2024 14:54:47 GMTMay 4, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres designated hitter Luis Arraez (4) looks on against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The Brewers base stealer who can't be caught; how the Royals got their closer]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5469596/2024/05/03/brice-turang-stolen-base-streak-royals-closer-james-mcarthur-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5469596/2024/05/03/brice-turang-stolen-base-streak-royals-closer-james-mcarthur-the-windup/Fri, 03 May 2024 14:50:30 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 01: Brice Turang #0 of the Milwaukee Brewers attempts to steal second base against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 01, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![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[Mike Trout can't catch a break; Plus, brawls and ... bees]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5463963/2024/05/01/mike-trout-knee-injury-bee-delay-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5463963/2024/05/01/mike-trout-knee-injury-bee-delay-the-windup/Wed, 01 May 2024 15:11:58 GMTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 13: Mike Trout #27 of the Los Angeles Angels looks on after striking out on a foul tip at the top of the fifth inning of the game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on April 13, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Twins' good luck sausage; judging MLB free-agent signings (very, very early)]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5460624/2024/04/30/twins-sausage-mlb-free-agent-signings-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5460624/2024/04/30/twins-sausage-mlb-free-agent-signings-the-windup/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:03:12 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 01: Shota Imanaga #18 of the Chicago Cubs celebrates after retiring the side in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies during his MLB debut at Wrigley Field on April 01, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The uniforms nightmare will come to an end; Masyn Winn's constant energy]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458004/2024/04/29/the-uniforms-nightmare-will-come-to-an-end-masyn-winns-constant-energy/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5458004/2024/04/29/the-uniforms-nightmare-will-come-to-an-end-masyn-winns-constant-energy/Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:59:17 GMTTORONTO, ON - APRIL 28: x #68 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrates his save against the Los Angeles Dodgers to win their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on April 28, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)<![CDATA['Electric' Elly De La Cruz heads for history; are the A’s ... good? No. But they are interesting]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5449615/2024/04/26/elly-de-la-cruz-home-runs-steals-oakland-as-houston-astros-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5449615/2024/04/26/elly-de-la-cruz-home-runs-steals-oakland-as-houston-astros-the-windup/Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:20:35 GMTSEATTLE, WASHINGTON - APRIL 17: Elly De La Cruz #44 of the Cincinnati Reds takes the field against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on April 17, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why a starter with a sub-2 ERA is bullpen-bound; Plus, Blake Snell's rocky path ahead]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5445333/2024/04/25/spencer-turnbull-phillies-bullpen-blake-snell-injury-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5445333/2024/04/25/spencer-turnbull-phillies-bullpen-blake-snell-injury-the-windup/Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:50:59 GMTST. LOUIS, MO - Apr 8: Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Spencer Turnbull (22) throws a pitch during a game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday April 8, 2024, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis MO (Photo by Rick Ulreich/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Revealing MLB's best front office; the Giants' bullpen catcher had viral moment]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5441859/2024/04/24/mlb-best-front-office-giants-bullpen-catcher-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5441859/2024/04/24/mlb-best-front-office-giants-bullpen-catcher-the-windup/Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:33:40 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 14: Shohei Ohtani poses for a photo with President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman (R) at Dodger Stadium on December 14, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Aaron Boone's ejection and umpire failure; Dave Roberts marvels at Mookie Betts, the shortstop]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5438936/2024/04/23/yankees-aaron-boone-ejection-dave-roberts-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5438936/2024/04/23/yankees-aaron-boone-ejection-dave-roberts-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:10:02 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 22: Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees argues with home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt #21 in the first inning during the game against the Oakland Athletics at Yankee Stadium on April 22, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Mets and Giants: To believe, or not to believe? Plus, Strider's thoughts on arm injuries]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5435763/2024/04/22/mets-giants-early-performance-spencer-strider-arm-injuries-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5435763/2024/04/22/mets-giants-early-performance-spencer-strider-arm-injuries-the-windup/Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:02:00 GMTApr 19, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants designated hitter Jorge Soler (2) reacts after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Yankees broadcaster John Sterling's eccentricities; Mason Miller’s medical breakthrough]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5429749/2024/04/19/john-sterling-yankees-retirement-mason-miller-diabetes-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5429749/2024/04/19/john-sterling-yankees-retirement-mason-miller-diabetes-the-windup/Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:24:33 GMTApr 14, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics pitcher Mason Miller (19) reacts after the last out of the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports<![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[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[Yankees legend John Sterling says goodbye; why the Marlins sent down a budding star]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419748/2024/04/16/yankees-radio-john-sterling-marlins-max-meyer-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5419748/2024/04/16/yankees-radio-john-sterling-marlins-max-meyer-the-windup/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:47:16 GMTNEW YORK, NY - JULY 30: New York Yankees radio broadcaster John Sterling emcees the Old Timers Day Ceremony before a game between the Kansas City Royals and New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 30, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Reasons to believe in the Padres; good vibes in Cincinnati, bad vibes in Minnesota]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416631/2024/04/15/padres-optimism-reds-twins-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5416631/2024/04/15/padres-optimism-reds-twins-the-windup/Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:55:23 GMTApr 5, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) and right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. (23) jog back to the dugout after the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports<![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[New details in Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter betting saga; the Orioles’ wealth of young talent]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5408211/2024/04/11/shohei-ohtani-interpreter-betting-orioles-jordan-westburg-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5408211/2024/04/11/shohei-ohtani-interpreter-betting-orioles-jordan-westburg-the-windup/Thu, 11 Apr 2024 14:59:52 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 07: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers looks on from the dugout against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 07, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Jackson Holliday is heading to MLB; Tyler Glasnow trade paying off for Dodgers, Rays]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5405747/2024/04/10/jackson-holliday-orioles-top-prospect-call-up-boston-red-sox-home-opener-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5405747/2024/04/10/jackson-holliday-orioles-top-prospect-call-up-boston-red-sox-home-opener-the-windup/Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:49:44 GMTMar 11, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jackson Holliday (87) looks on first inning against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Shohei Ohtani is on fire; star MLB pitchers speak on arm injuries]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5402339/2024/04/09/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-on-fire-mlb-pitchers-arm-injuries-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5402339/2024/04/09/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-on-fire-mlb-pitchers-arm-injuries-the-windup/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:04:46 GMTApr 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates after scoring a run against the Minnesota Twins in the sixth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[An awful weekend for arm injuries; Ronel Blanco's stunning start]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399845/2024/04/08/mlb-pitcher-arm-injuries-ronel-blanco-no-hitter-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5399845/2024/04/08/mlb-pitcher-arm-injuries-ronel-blanco-no-hitter-the-windup/Mon, 08 Apr 2024 15:02:07 GMTCleveland Guardians&#039; Shane Bieber walks to the dugout after pitching against the Oakland Athletics during the sixth inning of a baseball game Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)<![CDATA[The last season of Oakland A’s baseball; remarkable opening week happenings]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393847/2024/04/05/oakland-as-sacramento-move-2025-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5393847/2024/04/05/oakland-as-sacramento-move-2025-mlb-opening-week-the-windup/Fri, 05 Apr 2024 14:57:06 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: Seats are empty as the Boston Red Sox play the Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum on April 02, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Loren Elliott/Getty Images)<![CDATA[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[Debunking an A's-related conspiracy; Joey Bart's Giants era is over]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388515/2024/04/03/oakland-as-conspiracy-ruiz-rooker-joey-bart-giants-pirates-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5388515/2024/04/03/oakland-as-conspiracy-ruiz-rooker-joey-bart-giants-pirates-the-windup/Wed, 03 Apr 2024 14:58:09 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 09: Esteury Ruiz (R) #1 of the Oakland Athletics is congratulated by Brent Rooker #25 after Ruiz scored in the bottom of the third inning against the Texas Rangers at RingCentral Coliseum on August 09, 2023 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Late-bloomer Ronel Blanco makes history for Astros; Jose Altuve has 3,000 hits in his sights]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5385736/2024/04/02/astros-no-hitter-ronel-blanco-jose-altuve-3000-hits-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5385736/2024/04/02/astros-no-hitter-ronel-blanco-jose-altuve-3000-hits-the-windup/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 15:04:11 GMTApr 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco (56) celebrates with catcher Yainer Diaz (21) after throwing a no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Rhys Hoskins, first villain of the MLB season; Juan Soto's defense helps sink Astros]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383339/2024/04/01/rhys-hoskins-mets-brewers-juan-soto-defense-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5383339/2024/04/01/rhys-hoskins-mets-brewers-juan-soto-defense-the-windup/Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:12:33 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 30: Rhys Hoskins #12 of the Milwaukee Brewers runs up the first base line after connecting for a two run RBI single in the top of the first inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field on March 30, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Christopher Pasatieri/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB's Opening Day is today; Dodgers spend more money, this time on Will Smith]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5375437/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-dodgers-will-smith-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5375437/2024/03/28/mlb-opening-day-dodgers-will-smith-the-windup/Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:24:09 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 30: Mookie Betts #50 of the Los Angeles Dodgers heads to the dugout before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks on opening day of the 2023 Major League Baseball season at Dodger Stadium on March 30, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Jordan Montgomery signing has NL West looking tough; will the Blue Jays put it all together?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372635/2024/03/27/jordan-montgomery-signs-diamondbacks-blue-jays-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5372635/2024/03/27/jordan-montgomery-signs-diamondbacks-blue-jays-the-windup/Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:56:34 GMTARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 04: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers delivers a pitch during a game against the Miami Marlins at Globe Life Field on August 04, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Bailey Orr/Texas Rangers/Getty Images)<![CDATA[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[What to expect from The Windup podcast]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366944/2024/03/25/what-to-expect-from-the-windup-podcast/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366944/2024/03/25/what-to-expect-from-the-windup-podcast/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 18:51:46 GMT<![CDATA[Shohei Ohtani speaks today. Will he give answers? Plus, more on an 'uncomfortable' MLBPA phone call]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366841/2024/03/25/shohei-ohtani-betting-questions-jack-flaherty-mlbpa-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5366841/2024/03/25/shohei-ohtani-betting-questions-jack-flaherty-mlbpa-the-windup/Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:18:38 GMTLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers warms up before a preseason game against the Los Angeles Angels at Dodger Stadium on March 24, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Shohei Ohtani quiet after interpreter fired; Giants get a boost from late acquisitions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5359343/2024/03/21/shohei-ohtani-interpeter-gambling-debt-giants-snell-chapman-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5359343/2024/03/21/shohei-ohtani-interpeter-gambling-debt-giants-snell-chapman-the-windup/Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:28:28 GMTSEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - MARCH 21: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts after flying out in the 7th inning during the 2024 Seoul Series game between San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers at Gocheok Sky Dome on March 21, 2024 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)<![CDATA[A weird play to kick off the MLB season in Korea; the MLBPA unrest plot thickens]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356365/2024/03/20/dodgers-padres-korea-series-cronenworth-glove-mlbpa-coup-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5356365/2024/03/20/dodgers-padres-korea-series-cronenworth-glove-mlbpa-coup-the-windup/Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:27:56 GMTSEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - MARCH 20: Mookie Betts #50 congratulates Teoscar Hernandez #37 of the Los Angeles Dodgers after scoring in the eighth inning the 2024 Seoul Series game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres at Gocheok Sky Dome on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in Seoul, California. (Photo by Yuki Taguchi/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Blake Snell changes narrative in San Francisco; not the offseason Boras envisioned]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353677/2024/03/19/blake-snell-giants-scott-boras-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5353677/2024/03/19/blake-snell-giants-scott-boras-the-windup/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 15:19:39 GMTSan Diego Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell works against a Miami Marlins batter during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)<![CDATA[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[It's feast-or-famine season in Queens; Mookie Betts is ready to prove himself at short]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5344633/2024/03/15/mets-season-preview-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5344633/2024/03/15/mets-season-preview-mookie-betts-shortstop-the-windup/Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:13:57 GMTJUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 08: Francisco Alvarez #4 of the New York Mets rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins during the fourth inning of a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium on March 08, 2024 in Jupiter, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/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[Are the Orioles the best team in the AL? Will the Cubs make the playoffs this year?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5338697/2024/03/13/orioles-cubs-2024-season-preview-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5338697/2024/03/13/orioles-cubs-2024-season-preview-the-windup/Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:59:04 GMTFeb 24, 2024; Sarasota, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) is congratulated by first baseman Ryan O&#039;Hearn (32) after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Ed Smith Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[MRIs for Gerrit Cole, Aaron Judge derail Yankees' offseason; Twins pitcher on comeback trail]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335965/2024/03/12/gerrit-cole-aaron-judge-mri-injury-yankees-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5335965/2024/03/12/gerrit-cole-aaron-judge-mri-injury-yankees-the-windup/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 14:48:03 GMTMar 1, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone (17) takes out starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[A huge blow for the Red Sox; how MLB players find a place to live]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323498/2024/03/07/red-sox-lucas-giolito-mlb-players-real-estate-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5323498/2024/03/07/red-sox-lucas-giolito-mlb-players-real-estate-the-windup/Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:31:41 GMTFT. MYERS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 25: Lucas Giolito #54 of the Boston Red Sox delivers during the first inning of a Spring Training Grapefruit League game against the Minnesota Twins on February 23, 2024 at jetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Florida. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images)<![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[A big week for Shohei Ohtani; why Blake Snell's contract might not include opt outs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5308029/2024/02/29/shohei-ohtani-gloves-married-blake-snell-contract-opt-outs-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5308029/2024/02/29/shohei-ohtani-gloves-married-blake-snell-contract-opt-outs-the-windup/Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:07:27 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 27: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers smiles after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning inning during a game against the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch on February 27, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What's surprising about Cody Bellinger's deal; Willson Contreras and the one-knee setup]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5300147/2024/02/26/cody-bellinger-cubs-craig-counsell-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5300147/2024/02/26/cody-bellinger-cubs-craig-counsell-the-windup/Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:21:42 GMTChicago Cubs&#039; Cody Bellinger looks on before a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)<![CDATA[Curiously unemployed (non-Boras) free agents; MLB insiders on stories to watch]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5292771/2024/02/22/curiously-unemployed-non-boras-free-agents-mlb-insiders-on-stories-to-watch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5292771/2024/02/22/curiously-unemployed-non-boras-free-agents-mlb-insiders-on-stories-to-watch/Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:11:29 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 13: Ji Hwan Bae #3, Tucupita Marcano #30 and Ke&#039;Bryan Hayes #13 of the Pittsburgh Pirates look on against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on June 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Angels are already/still a mess; the Boras Four linger in open-market exile]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287666/2024/02/20/angels-mike-trout-trade-anthony-rendon-scott-boras-free-agents-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5287666/2024/02/20/angels-mike-trout-trade-anthony-rendon-scott-boras-free-agents-the-windup/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:33:41 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 20: Anthony Rendon #6 of the Los Angeles Angels looks on in the seventh inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on April 20, 2023 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The talk of MLB spring training: Bad uniforms; Atlanta's approach to signing free agents]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5277721/2024/02/15/mlb-uniforms-2024-fanatics-spring-training-atlanta-boras-free-agents-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5277721/2024/02/15/mlb-uniforms-2024-fanatics-spring-training-atlanta-boras-free-agents-the-windup/Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:53:02 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 14: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Dodgers swings the bat during workouts at Camelback Ranch on February 14, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/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[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[Ranking MLB's up-and-coming prospects; Orioles are on the upswing]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5252125/2024/02/05/mlb-prospect-list-keith-law-orioles-corbin-burnes-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5252125/2024/02/05/mlb-prospect-list-keith-law-orioles-corbin-burnes-the-windup/Mon, 05 Feb 2024 15:34:57 GMTSEATTLE, WA - JULY 08: Jackson Chourio #11 of the Milwaukee Brewers looks on during batting practice before the SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game at T-Mobile Park on Saturday, July 8, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Will new Orioles owners spend? Plus, next moves for Twins, Mariners post-Polanco trade]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5244012/2024/02/01/orioles-sold-new-owners-twins-mariners-trade-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5244012/2024/02/01/orioles-sold-new-owners-twins-mariners-trade-the-windup/Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:25:47 GMTBALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JULY 01: A fan holds up a sign during the Baltimore Orioles and Minnesota Twins game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on July 01, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The Jays’ pivot, Pederson’s prove-it year, age fraud in Dominican Republic increasing]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5235688/2024/01/29/age-fraud-dominican-republic-blue-jays-outfielder-joc-pederson-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5235688/2024/01/29/age-fraud-dominican-republic-blue-jays-outfielder-joc-pederson-the-windup/Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:36:41 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 03: Joc Pederson #23 of the San Francisco Giants looks on during the fourth inning of a game against the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park on October 03, 2022 in San Diego, California. (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 made Astros spend big on Josh Hader? Plus, paging the MIA Marlins]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5219138/2024/01/22/astros-sign-josh-hader-miami-marlins-offseason-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5219138/2024/01/22/astros-sign-josh-hader-miami-marlins-offseason-the-windup/Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:44:38 GMTOct 19, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) celebrates defeating the Philadelphia Phillies during game two of the NLCS for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Plot twist: Amazon's getting involved in Diamond sports saga; Mets to honor Strawberry, Gooden]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5211603/2024/01/18/mlb-broadcast-amazon-diamond-bally-mets-strawberry-gooden/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5211603/2024/01/18/mlb-broadcast-amazon-diamond-bally-mets-strawberry-gooden/Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:32:12 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[Blue Jays front-runners in pursuit of Cuban pitcher; Yankees, Giants bolster rotations]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5206098/2024/01/16/blue-jays-yariel-rodriguez-yankees-stroman-giants-hicks-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5206098/2024/01/16/blue-jays-yariel-rodriguez-yankees-stroman-giants-hicks-the-windup/Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:04:53 GMTTOKYO, JAPAN - MARCH 15: Yariel Rodriguez #29 of Cuba celebrates after the third inning during the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal between Australia and Cuba at Tokyo Dome on March 15, 2023 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Cubs sign Shota Imanaga, finally making a move; Hall of Fame ballot reveals]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5195489/2024/01/11/cubs-shota-imanaga-hall-of-fame-ballots-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5195489/2024/01/11/cubs-shota-imanaga-hall-of-fame-ballots-the-windup/Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:04:57 GMTJapan&#039;s starting pitcher Shota Imanaga pitches against Taiwan in the first inning during the Asia Professional Baseball Championships preliminary round match between Japan and Taiwan at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on November 18, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Kazuhiro NOGI (Photo credit should read KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Dodgers aren't done spending yet, Mariners trade shores up outfield]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5187571/2024/01/08/dodgers-sign-teoscar-hernandez-mariners-trade-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5187571/2024/01/08/dodgers-sign-teoscar-hernandez-mariners-trade-the-windup/Mon, 08 Jan 2024 15:59:20 GMTAug 30, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners right fielder Teoscar Hernandez (35) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run against the Oakland Athletics at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The best Shota Imanaga comparisons; latest on Wander Franco]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5179141/2024/01/04/shota-imanaga-contract-wander-franco-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5179141/2024/01/04/shota-imanaga-contract-wander-franco-the-windup/Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:16:34 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 21: Shota Imanaga #21 of Team Japan pitches in the first inning against Team USA during the World Baseball Classic Championship at loanDepot park on March 21, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2023's best baseball moment was...? Plus predicting 2024's defining MLB themes]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5166005/2023/12/28/best-baseball-moments-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5166005/2023/12/28/best-baseball-moments-the-windup/Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:21:20 GMTMIAMI, FLORIDA - MARCH 21: Team Japan celebrates after the final out of the World Baseball Classic Championship defeating Team USA 3-2 at loanDepot park on March 21, 2023 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Will the Brewers hold on to Corbin Burnes? What are the Braves up to?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5154981/2023/12/21/brewers-corbin-burnes-braves-trades-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5154981/2023/12/21/brewers-corbin-burnes-braves-trades-the-windup/Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:09:39 GMTJul 22, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports<![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[Yoshinobu Yamamoto's payday is coming; more stunning Ohtani contract details]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5137348/2023/12/14/yoshinobu-yamamoto-mlb-free-agent-sign-ohtani-contract-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5137348/2023/12/14/yoshinobu-yamamoto-mlb-free-agent-sign-ohtani-contract-the-windup/Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:56:28 GMTFILE: Yoshinobu Yamamoto of Japan throws a ball during the World Baseball Classic (WBC) match between Australia and Japan at Tokyo Dome in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo on March 12, 2023. Yamamoto may transfer to the Major League Baseball (MLB) through the posting system.( The Yomiuri Shimbun via AP Images )<![CDATA[The Dodgers will pay Shohei Ohtani (actual) tons of money; which free agent will sign next?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5128573/2023/12/11/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-mlb-record-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5128573/2023/12/11/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-mlb-record-the-windup/Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:23:11 GMTHOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 01: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels waits on deck during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on June 01, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Juan Soto trade signals rise of Evil Empire Yankees; will Aaron Judge now move to center?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5120717/2023/12/07/juan-soto-trade-yankees-where-will-aaron-judge-play-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5120717/2023/12/07/juan-soto-trade-yankees-where-will-aaron-judge-play-the-windup/Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:30:46 GMTSAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 19: Juan Soto #22 of the San Diego Padres runs after hitting a one-run RBI double during the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in game two of the National League Championship Series at PETCO Park on October 19, 2022 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)<![CDATA[How to fix the boring Winter Meetings; a Yankees-Red Sox trade?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5117230/2023/12/06/mlb-winter-meetings-yankees-red-sox-trade-verdugo-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5117230/2023/12/06/mlb-winter-meetings-yankees-red-sox-trade-verdugo-the-windup/Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:09:27 GMTJul 2, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Red Sox right fielder Alex Verdugo (99) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[A reasonable package for Juan Soto; Shohei Ohtani's meeting in Florida]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5114257/2023/12/05/juan-soto-yankees-padres-shohei-ohtani-blue-jays-florida-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5114257/2023/12/05/juan-soto-yankees-padres-shohei-ohtani-blue-jays-florida-the-windup/Tue, 05 Dec 2023 17:10:09 GMTApr 20, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Diego Padres outfielder Juan Soto reacts after being called out on strikes in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Big moves by the Blue Jays; who's still in on Shohei Ohtani?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5111292/2023/12/04/blue-jays-shohei-ohtani-juan-soto-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5111292/2023/12/04/blue-jays-shohei-ohtani-juan-soto-the-windup/Mon, 04 Dec 2023 16:57:40 GMTTORONTO, ON - SEPTEMBER 26: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 and Bo Bichette #11 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrate scoring against the New York Yankees in the fourth inning during their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on September 26, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)