National League (baseball) News & Breaking Stories

Former baseball player Bobby Bonilla receives $1.2 million annually from the Mets due to deferred salary. Learn how this happened.

Former Mets player Bobby Bonilla receives $1,193,248.20 annually through 2035 due to deferred salary, a financial strategy that players are considering.

New York Mets infielder Jose Iglesias debuts catchy song "OMG" after win, becoming instant hit with teammates and fans.

Jurickson Profar is on track to be the top NL outfielder in All-Star voting. His journey to this point is remarkable.

Baseball fans go wild as Bryce Harper joins viral "Hawk Tuah" meme after hitting double against Diamondbacks, showcasing fun side.

Padres are exceeding expectations at the halfway point of the season with revamped roster and strong performances, despite injury setbacks.

Taijuan Walker struggles in Phillies' loss to Diamondbacks, overshadowing Cole Hamels' retirement ceremony. Offense falls short, losing third straight home game.

Jackson Merrill impresses in MLB rookie season, prioritizing team success over personal accolades, making history with standout performances.

San Francisco Giants honor Willie Mays with No. 24 patches, but struggle to fill his shoes on the field. Fans pay tribute.

Phillies face Orioles in MLB showdown! Phillies struggling, Orioles on fire. Prediction, odds, and pick for Saturday's game in Baltimore.

Toronto Blue Jays trade Cavan Biggio to Los Angeles Dodgers, sparking discussions of potential offensive upgrades for the championship-caliber team.

Phillies dominate Mets in London, seeking sweep. Offense and pitching strong, Castellanos and Harper lead the charge. Predictions favor Philly.

The San Francisco Giants hit back-to-back three-homer games, showing promise for more consistent power hitting. Manager Bob Melvin optimistic.

Los Angeles Dodgers face New York Yankees in a highly anticipated game, showcasing top teams and historic franchises. Exciting matchup ahead!

Rhys Hoskins returns to Philly, steals the show with a solo home run, showing love for fans and former teammates.

Josh Gibson sets MLB career and season batting records as Negro Leagues stats are included, surpassing legends like Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth.

Bryce Harper plans to teach his son to hit like Alec Bohm, the Phillies' cleanup hitter with an outstanding season.

Harry Caray's grandson Chip and Jack Buck's son Joe to broadcast Cardinals game together, reviving family lineage in baseball broadcasting.

Baltimore Orioles to call up top prospect Jackson Holliday, adding to impressive farm system. Excitement builds for young talent.

Former Washington Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg officially retires from MLB after injuries cut his career short. World Series MVP in 2019.

Milwaukee Brewers trade Corbin Burnes to Baltimore Orioles, causing shock and criticism, but GM defends decision, while Burnes looks forward to new opportunity.

Rhys Hoskins signs $34 million, 2-year contract with Milwaukee Brewers, filling team's opening at first base. Deal confirmed by anonymous source.

Olivia Dunne's LSU Tigers win sparks debate over intentional underscoring in gymnastics, leading to Sports Illustrated's staff layoffs.

Bud Harrelson, the New York Mets shortstop who fought Pete Rose, died. He battled Alzheimer's and was a Long Island Ducks co-owner.

Red Sox trade Chris Sale to Braves for Vaughn Grissom. Breslow says more moves are coming, focusing on starting pitching.

Baltimore Orioles sign reliever Craig Kimbrel for $13 million, including bonuses and a club option for 2025, to replace Félix Bautista.

Padres and Yankees nearing massive trade with Juan Soto as centerpiece. Deal could be done as early as Wednesday.

Gerrit Cole won his first American League Cy Young Award, and Blake Snell took home Cy Young honors in the National League.

Gerrit Cole and Blake Snell win the Cy Young awards. Cole wins unanimously, and Snell becomes a 7th pitcher to win in both leagues.

Padres owner Peter Seidler died at 63. He was a cancer survivor and a philanthropist who made a huge impact in San Diego.

Chicago Cubs make surprising managerial moves, hiring Craig Counsell and firing David Ross. Counsell signs record-breaking deal worth over $40 million.

The Chicago Cubs are a sleeper pick to sign star two-way player Shohei Ohtani, while the Dodgers are the front-runners for the Angels star.

Get ready for Game 2 of the World Series between the Diamondbacks and Rangers, featuring two reliable pitchers and intense competition. Catch all the action live with streaming options available.

The 2023 World Series will feature the Texas Rangers and the Arizona Diamondbacks, with various streaming options available to watch the games.

Texas Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi has the chance to make history by winning five starts in the playoffs.

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeat the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 7 of the NLCS, advancing to the World Series.

Arizona Diamondbacks secure Game 3 win against Philadelphia Phillies in tense NLCS, thanks to clutch performance from Ketel Marte.

The Arizona Diamondbacks won Game 3 of the National League Championship Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. The series is now 2-1 in favor of the Phillies.

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber hits two home runs to lead the team to a 10-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 2 of the NL Championship Series.

The Philadelphia Phillies take a 1-0 lead in the NLCS after a 5-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1.

Bryce Harper celebrates his 31st birthday with a home run in Game 1 of the NLCS, leading the Phillies to victory.

Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen aims to eliminate the Phillies and prevent a second consecutive World Series appearance for Philadelphia.

San Francisco Giants assistant coach Alyssa Nakken becomes the first woman to interview for a major league managerial position.

The Phillies have a chance to eliminate the Braves in Game 4 of the NLDS after a dominant performance.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are on the verge of their first National League Championship Series appearance since 2007 after dominating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. The team has been motivated, connected, and hungry, setting records along the way.

The Arizona Diamondbacks face the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLDS, with the Diamondbacks leading 1-0.

The Atlanta Braves rally for an improbable 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies to even the NL Division Series.

Texas, Houston, Philadelphia, and Arizona start strong in their Division Series. Justin Verlander pitches a shutout, Yordan Alvarez homers twice.

Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw suffers a disastrous start in Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Atlanta Braves have made surprising roster moves for the NL Division Series, adding hard-throwing reliever Daysbel Hernández and top prospect AJ Smith-Shawver.