National League (baseball) News & Breaking Stories

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.

The Minnesota Twins meet the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the American League Divisional Series on October 7, 2023.

Miami Marlins face a must-win game against the Philadelphia Phillies to keep their playoff hopes alive. Luis Arraez expresses confidence in team's ability to advance.

The Miami Marlins face the possibility of their magical season ending after losing Game 1 of the wild card series against the Philadelphia Phillies. They must now win back-to-back games to advance, a difficult task as no road team has won a wild card series after losing Game 1 in the best-of-3 format. However, the Marlins have defied the odds all year and will need to improve their offensive approach against the Phillies' Game 2 starter to have a chance.

Elder statesman of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Evan Longoria, saves team with game-changing defensive play in NL Wild Card matchup.

The Phillies clinch a spot in the postseason for the first time since 2011 with a 3-0 win over the Astros.

Defending champion Houston, Miami Marlins, and Texas Rangers clinched MLB playoff berths, while Arizona and Toronto also secured spots.

Gabe Kapler fired as San Francisco Giants' manager after 4 years, with a disappointing September record leading to playoff elimination.

Terry Francona, the Cleveland Guardians' manager, bid farewell in his final home game with a 4-3 victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

Mets owner apologizes to Marlins for postponed game due to field conditions caused by Tropical Storm Ophelia.

Adam Wainwright of the St. Louis Cardinals reached his 200th win in a vintage performance against the Milwaukee Brewers.

The San Francisco Giants defeat the Colorado Rockies 11-10, ending their nine-game road losing streak and boosting their wild card chances.

Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke during a medical procedure in Florida. Prayers for his recovery.

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe, adding salary and boosting morale for the team.

The Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers face off in a highly anticipated four-game series, with the Braves already securing a win. Dodgers pitcher Julio Urías looks to bounce back from a tough outing, while Braves pitcher Max Fried aims to continue his strong performance. The Dodgers have added Kolten Wong and Emmet Sheehan to their roster.

The Reds have acquired outfielders Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe via waivers to bolster their playoff push, adding veteran players to their young roster. The move allows the Yankees and Angels to shed salary and potentially avoid luxury tax penalties.

Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. was attacked by two fans during a game but remained unharmed; he went on to lead the team to victory.

Stephen Strasburg, former Washington Nationals pitcher and World Series MVP, has announced his retirement from baseball due to ongoing injuries. Strasburg was known for his dominant pitching and was a key player in the Nationals' championship win in 2019. Despite a promising start to his career, injuries cut it short.