Major League Baseball Comeback Player of the Year Award News & Breaking Stories

Cody Bellinger signs a $80 million contract with the Cubs, with opt-out possibilities after the first two years.

Red Sox Hall of Famer Tim Wakefield has died at the age of 55. The team praised his character and contributions to the game.

Veteran pitcher Justin Verlander could be leaving the New York Mets to rejoin the Houston Astros ahead of the trade deadline. The Astros have expressed a strong desire to acquire Verlander, who has regained his form after a slow start to his Mets career. The 40-year-old's return to the Astros could be significant for the team, which is currently struggling with injuries. However, the trade won't be straightforward as Verlander will need to waive his full-no-trade clause. The Mets' strategy became evident after the recent trade of Max Scherzer. Verlander previously had a successful stint with the Astros, winning the World Series twice.