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Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) runs after hitting a single against the Texas Rangers.

Mike Trout Addresses Rumors About Him Potentially Getting Traded to Phillies One Day

Mike Trout has spent his entire career with the Angels, but grew up a Phillies fan.

Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) runs after hitting a single against the Texas Rangers.

Mike Trout Addresses Rumors About Him Potentially Getting Traded to Phillies One Day

Mike Trout has spent his entire career with the Angels, but grew up a Phillies fan.

Mo'ne Davis attends a soccer game in Los Angeles in 2023.

Mo'ne Davis, Little League Star of 2010s, to Try Out for Women's Pro Baseball League

The new circuit is aiming to launch next summer.

Luis Ortiz pitches against the Nationals in 2025.

MLB Makes Decision on Extending Guardians' Luis Ortiz's Leave

He hasn't pitched since June 27.

SI:AM | Five Burning Questions as MLB’s Second Half Kicks Off

From trade buzz to playoff pushes and MVP chases, here’s what you need to know as baseball’s stretch run gets rolling.

HEADLINES

Aaron Judge and Cal Raleigh are the two front-runners for American League MVP coming out of the All-Star break.

The 13 Most Intriguing Storylines to Watch in MLB’s Second Half

Randy Scott and Gary Striewski take a break between highlights.

'SportsCenter' Anchors Caught Re-Creating Viral Coldplay Concert Moment

Shohei Ohtani entered the 2025 MLB All-Star break hitting .276 with 32 home runs and 60 RBIs.

Five Most Glaring Needs for National League Contenders Before the Trade Deadline

ESPN is back involved in negotiations for MLB rights after opting out of their current deal earlier this year.

ESPN One of Three Bidders for MLB Rights Despite Recent Opt-Out, Rob Manfred Confirms

Aaron Judge was hitting .355 with 35 home runs and 81 RBIs at the 2025 All-Star break.

Five Most Glaring Needs for American League Contenders Before the Trade Deadline

Shohei Ohtani has a dog named Decoy.

Shohei Ohtani Announces He Wrote Children's Book Starring His Dog

Former Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Kyle Gibson throws a pitch during a game in 2019.

Former All-Star Pitcher Kyle Gibson Announces Retirement From MLB

Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker is a free agent after the 2025 season.

Ken Rosenthal Links Kyle Tucker to Surprising AL East Team Over Re-Signing With Cubs

Deion Sanders and Bo Jackson put on a show in game back in 1990.

Deion Sanders, Bo Jackson Had the Most Ridiculous MLB Showdown 35 Years Ago Today

Cal Raleigh and the Mariner Moose on the red carpet ahead of the 2025 MLB All-Star game.

Cal Raleigh Is Even Winning Awards Without Leaving the Clubhouse

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh landed a sponsorship with an Oregon-based portable toilet company after his Home Run Derby win.

Cal Raleigh Landed Perfect Partnership for 'Big Dumper' Nickname After Home Run Derby

Anthony Volpe reacts after striking out swinging during the ninth inning against the Padres at Yankee Stadium on May 5.

Naming the Six Most Disappointing Players in First Half of 2025 MLB Season

Police described the incident as a "high-dollar residential burglary," per The Associated Press.

Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte's Arizona Home Robbed During MLB All-Star Break

Kyle Schwarber won the All-Star Game for the National League—and took home MVP honors—for his heroics in the swing-off.

How 2025 MLB All-Star Game, With Swing-Off Tiebreaker, Fared in TV Ratings

ESPN insider Jeff Passan expects the Mariners to be aggressive at the trade deadline amid Cal Raleigh's historic season.

ESPN's Jeff Passan Expects Surprise Team to Be Aggressive at Trade Deadline

FEATURED

Athletics rookie outfielder Denzel Clarke has quickly made a name for himself with several highlight-reel catches.

Platinum Glove Race: MLB’s Best Defensive Players at the All-Star Break

Shohei Ohtani and Team Japan won the 2023 World Baseball Classic, defeating Team USA in the final.

MLB Working Toward Allowing Players to Participate in 2028 Olympics

Jacob Misiorowski has made an immediate impression in the majors.

Jacob Misiorowski Represents What All-Star Games Are All About

In his 18th MLB season, Clayton Kershaw is making his 11th appearance at the All-Star Game.

Clayton Kershaw Begrudgingly Relishes ‘Legend Pick’ All-Star Nod

"The MIz," Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski, not the WWE superstar, has been added to the NL All-Star Game roster.

No Matter Which ‘Miz’ Is Added to MLB All-Star, the Game Still Means Nothing

Shohei Ohtani’s return to the mound has bolstered his MVP campaign.

Tom Verducci’s 2025 First-Half MLB Awards

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom is 9-2 with a 2.29 ERA during the 2025 MLB season.

Inside the Numbers of Jacob deGrom’s Remarkable Return to Dominance

Buster Posey is the Giants’ best first-round pick of the century—and he’ll make San Francisco’s next selection on Sunday as the team’s president of baseball operations.

Every MLB Team’s Best and Worst First-Round Draft Pick Since 2000

Skenes started last year’s All-Star Game as a rookie.

Fact or Fiction: Paul Skenes Should Start the All-Star Game Again

Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman are not above criticism.

Why Yankees Fans Should Ignore Calls to Stop Complaining About the Team

Machado went 3-for-5 on Monday night to join the 2,000 hit club.

Manny Machado Deserves to Be Considered Both a Superstar and a Grinder

Juan Soto rounds third base against the Yankees.

MLB All-Star Game Snubs: Six Players With Arguments to Play in Atlanta

Caminero's elite bat speed has helped him hit 21 home runs in his age-21 season.

MLB Midseason Roundtable: Surprises, Disappointments, World Series Picks

Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr.

MLB All-Star Game Position Battles: A Look at the Toughest Choices in Fan Voting

Dodgers catcher Will Smith leads the National League in batting average.

Tom Verducci's 2025 MLB All-Star Game Ballot

Jul 5, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics pitcher Luis Severino (40) walks to the dugout after being removed from the game during the fifth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Chicago Cubs Trade Deadline Target: A's Luis Severino?

Jun 28, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker (30) jogs onto the field before the game against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

Insider Reveals Shocking Possible Free Agent Destination for Cubs Star Kyle Tucker

Jul 6, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Milwaukee Brewers center fielder Jackson Chourio (11) celebrates a two-run home run against the Miami Marlins in the third inning at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Brewers Labeled 'Perfect Trade Partner' For Another NL Team

May 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola (27) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park.

Phillies Provide Positive Update on Status of Starting Pitcher Aaron Nola

Jul 9, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Texas Rangers center fielder Sam Haggerty (0) looks from the dugout in the eighth inning against the against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.

Rangers to Move Outfielder Sam Haggerty to IL, Call up Cody Freeman

Seattle Mariners president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto speaks during MLB winter meetings on Dec. 9 in Dallas.

Seattle Mariners Exec Jerry Dipoto Discusses Team's Approach in Trade Market

Jul 30, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak talks with the media after the Cardinals traded relief pitcher Jordan Hicks (not pictured) starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (not pictured) and relief pitcher Chris Stratton (not pictured) at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Cardinals 'Might Have Already' Earned Right To Avoid Selling At Trade Deadline

Jul 7, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) runs after hitting a single against the Texas Rangers during the fifth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Angels' Mike Trout Makes Massive Announcement About Return to Outfield

Arizona Diamondbacks' Adrian Del Castillo hits a double against the Kansas City Royals in the second inning during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on Feb. 28, 2025, in Scottsdale.

Diamondbacks Make Massive Six-Player Roster Move