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Schilling the one to watch in next Hall of Fame vote

Derek Jeter’s election to the Hall of Fame marked the seventh straight year with at least one first-ballot honoree, but that streak is probably over in 2021

Free agent OF Ozuna, Braves reach $18 million, 1-year deal

Free agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna and the Atlanta Braves have reached an $18 million, one-year deal

Derek Jeter, Larry Walker elected to baseball Hall of Fame

Derek Jeter came within one vote of being a unanimous pick for the Hall of Fame while Larry Walker also earned baseball’s highest honor on Tuesday

Derek Jeter elected to Hall of Fame but falls one vote short of unanimous selection; Larry Walker also chosen

Cubs acquire reliever Lakins from Red Sox

The Chicago Cubs have acquired reliever Travis Lakins from the Boston Red Sox for a player to be named or cash

Red Sox's Pedroia has setback during knee rehabilitation

The Red Sox say second baseman Dustin Pedroia has suffered a significant setback while rehabbing his left knee injury

Beanballs, boos, lost legacy? Astros, MLB brace for fallout

Cardinals' Carpenter 'just wanted to apologize' for bad 2019

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Matt Carpenter is hoping he can bounce back from a poor season that was interrupted by injuries

Flaherty looks forward to staying consistent for Cardinals

Last year was a breakout season for St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty

Alex Bregman on if he regrets 2017 sign stealing: ‘MLB did their report…I have no other thoughts’

When asked if he regretted taking part in a sign-stealing scandal with the Houston Astros in 2017, a season in which the team won the World Series, slugger Alex Bregman deflected by saying the MLB had done their report, the Astros had made their decision, and he’s ready to move on.

Epstein understands fan frustration in Cubs' slow offseason

Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein understands the frustration fans are feeling

Where does Astros cheating rank in scandals? Ask Pete Rose

There’s one former baseball player uniquely qualified to answer a question about cheating in baseball

Astros owner Crane expects to hire new manager by Feb. 3

Houston Astros owner Jim Crane expects to hire a manager by Feb. 3

Drew Smyly can earn up to $6.75 million with Giants

Drew Smyly can earn up to $6.75 million if he is a regular part of the San Francisco Giants’ rotation this year

Red Sox send LHP Hall to Tigers for minor league C Nuñez

The Boston Red Sox have acquired left-hander Matt Hall from Detroit in exchange for minor league catcher Jhon Nuñez

Hechavarría stays with Braves for $1 million, 1-year deal

Adeiny Hechavarría agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract to remain with the Braves, a move that boosted Atlanta’s infield depth

Piazza: MLB mess 'unintended consequence' of game's new era

To Hall of Fame catcher Mike Piazza, the sign-stealing scandal that’s enveloped Major League Baseball signals where the sport is these days

Giants make Alyssa Nakken first female major league coach

Alyssa Nakken has become the first female coach on a major league staff in baseball history after being named an assistant under new Giants manager Gabe Kapler

Sanó's deal with Twins could be worth $44.25M over 4 years

Miguel Sanó’s contract with the Minnesota Twins could be worth $44.25 million over four seasons

Carlos Beltrán out as New York Mets manager amid fallout from Astros' sign-stealing scandal

Carlos Beltrán out as New York Mets manager amid fallout from Astros’ sign-stealing scandal

Stolen away: Brooklyn pitcher recalls '51 sign-stealing scam

The sign-stealing scheme that the Houston Astros used in 2017 has brought back memories for former Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher Carl Erskine

Mets stay silent on new manager Carlos Beltrán's future.

Mets stay silent on new manager Carlos Beltrán’s future.

Rangers finalize deals for 3B Frazier, reunion with Chirinos

The Texas Rangers have completed their reunion with catcher Robinson Chirinos and added third baseman Todd Frazier

To stop sign stealing, MLB could fight tech with tech

If Major League Baseball really wants to stop its teams from electronically stealing signs, it might consider fighting technology with more technology

AP source: Twins, 3B Donaldson agree to $92M, 4-year deal

The Minnesota Twins and 2015 AL MVP Josh Donaldson have agreed to a four-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press

Red Sox manager Alex Cora fired in sign stealing scandal

The Boston Red Sox have fired manager Alex Cora

Manager Alex Cora fired by Boston Red Sox amid MLB investigation into sign stealing

Phillies cut former All-Star Odubel Herrera

The Philadelphia Phillies have cut outfielder Odubel Herrera and claimed outfielder Nick Martini off waivers

Yankees overhaul training staff after setting injury record

Eric Cressey has been hired by the New York Yankees as director of player health and performance

Nationals finalize $11M. 2-year deal with Daniel Hudson

The Washington Nationals have finalized a two-year deal with reliever Daniel Hudson