Yankees Announce Starting Pitchers for Playoff Series vs. Red Sox amid Schlittler-Fried Debate
The New York Yankees are turning to Cy Young Award hopeful Cam Schlittler to start the first game of the 2026 postseason.
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MLB Game at National Park Eyed Following Success of Field of Dreams and Little League Classic Games
The MLB is pitching the federal government with a stand-alone game idea that could impact how national parks are protected in the future.
MLB's 8 Biggest Winners and Losers of 2026 Regular Season
Sunday is the final day of the 2026 MLB season, which means before the postseason begins, it's time for some reflection on the last six months.
Top MLB Free Agents Rumors Before 2026 Regular-Season Ends
As the MLB Playoffs approach, eliminated teams are already focusing on free agency.
2026 MLB Playoffs Picture, Bracket, Standings Before Season Finales
Chaos is the only word needed to describe the final day of the 2026 MLB regular season.
Phillies enter final day of MLB regular season on verge of unfathomable choke in playoff race
The Phillies could have clinched a playoff spot as soon as Wednesday. Almost nothing has gone right for them since then.
Detroit Tigers’ Verlander leaves final start of his career as 7-year-old daughter runs out for a hug
DETROIT — Justin Verlander had just retired the leadoff batter in the sixth inning of his major league finale when Detroit Tigers manager A.J.
Brewers name Christian Yelich first official team captain in franchise history
Yelich required the approval of Hall of Famer Robin Yount before accepting.
Justin Verlander fights back tears as Kate Upton joins him for emotional farewell before final MLB start
Justin Verlander fought back tears as he stood on the field at Comerica Park with wife Kate Upton and their children during an emotional ceremony Friday.
The Rays have the best record in the AL. They're about to pay for it
Only one of the AL's top three teams by record will make the ALCS.
'I Was Sobbing,' Justin Verlander Talks Mound Visit From Daughter in Video After Final MLB Start
Justin Verlander discussed his emotional reaction to his daughter, Genevieve, joining him on the mound as he exited his final MLB start on Saturday.
Justin Verlander pitches final MLB game with Tigers, who walk it off to win vs. Pirates
Verlander won the 2011 American League MVP and Cy Young Award with the Tigers, who drafted him No. 2 overall in 2004.
Tigers legend Justin Verlander leaves mound in tears after daughter surprises him during final career start
A.J. Hinch sent Genevieve Verlander sprinting to the mound to pull her dad from his final career start, sparking an emotional scene at Comerica Park.
Justin Verlander's Box Score Stats, Highlights from Final Start Before MLB Retirement
Justin Verlander made the final start of his legendary MLB career Saturday when the Detroit Tigers hosted the Pittsburgh Pirates at Comerica Park.
Max Scherzer Addresses MLB Retirement Ahead of Final Start After Blue Jays Miss 2026 Playoffs
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer says he hasn't yet decided whether his Saturday start against the visiting Cincinnati Reds will be the final appearance of his MLB career.
Justin Verlander Honored by Tigers With Custom Shirts in Photos Ahead of Final Start of MLB Career
The Detroit Tigers dressed for the occasion of Justin Verlander's final MLB start.
Worst records to make MLB playoffs: How Astros, Rangers could clinch with losing record
Here's the history that the Astros and Rangers are facing this week.
Updated MLB Playoff Bracket 2026 and Expert Hot Takes on Wild-Card Race
In the National League, the Arizona Diamondbacks have been surging with six straight wins, hoping to pull off a miracle and jump ahead of the Phillies for the third NL Wild Card spot. Meanwhile, the Padres can clinch the top wild card spot with either a win or if the Cubs and Phillies both lose.