MLB adopts first pitch clock, defensive shifts limits, larger bases for 2023 season
Major League Baseball has adopted its first pitch clock, limits on defensive shifts and larger bases for next season in an effort to shorten games and increase offense in a tradition-bound sport.
Tigers' Austin Meadows reveals mental health struggles, encourages others 'to reach out'
Detroit Tigers outfielder Austin Meadows revealed on Friday he has been dealing with mental health issues along with physical ailments and will not play again this season.
MLB: Umpire Ángel Hernández blew calls, losing World Series job
MLB Umpire Ángel Hernández sued the league in 2017, alleging he was discriminated against because he had not worked the World Series since 2005.
Exhibition games start Feb. 24 as MLB hopes for normal spring training
All 30 teams are scheduled to play Feb. 25 as games start in Florida, the commissioner’s office said Wednesday.
On this day in history, August 26, 1939, baseball broadcast on TV for first time
The first MLB game was broadcast on Aug. 26, 1939, launching what's now the multi-billion dollar industry of televised sports.
Drew Smyly stars as Cubs beat Reds in 2nd 'Field of Dreams' game
Drew Smyly struck out nine in five scoreless innings to lead the Chicago Cubs to a win in MLB’s second “Field of Dreams” game. The night began with Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. and his father emerging from the iconic cornstalks to play catch in the outfield.
'If you build it they will come': Cubs play Reds at Iowa's historic 'Field of Dreams' matchup
The makeshift ballpark seats only about 8,000 fans, less than the spring training homes for each team.
Pirates’ Castro loses phone in 6-4 loss to Diamondbacks
“I don’t think there’s any professional ballplayer that would ever go out there with any intentions of taking a cellphone,” Castro told Pittsburgh media members through an interpreter. “It’s horrible it happened to me. Obviously, it was very unintentional.”
Field of Dreams Game 2022: Everything you need to know
The Cubs and Reds head to Iowa for this year's Field of Dreams Game on Thursday night on FOX. Here's what to know about the showcase event.
Field of Dreams Game: Cubs, Reds uniforms unveiled
This year’s Field of Dreams Game will retain the throwback feel of last year’s inaugural Major League Baseball classic.
Vin Scully: The 'most important home run' call was during a Braves-Dodgers game
It is not just fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers who are mourning the loss of legendary broadcaster Vin Scully, but all of baseball.
Jackie Robinson Museum set to finally open in New York
After 14 years of planning and fundraising through delays, the Jackie Robinson Museum is finally ready to open in New York City.
MLB struggles to get attendance back to pre-pandemic levels
Blame it on lingering effects of the pandemic, resentment over the lockout or fears over the economy.
Dwight Smith, 1995 Braves World Series champion, dies at 58
Former Atlanta Braves outfield John Dwight Smith Sr., who helped his team clinch the 1995 World Series has died. He was 58.
FOX Bet Super 6: Winner walks with $100,000 after MLB All-Star Game
With $100,000 up for grabs, one lucky MLB fan cashed in big time on FOX Bet Super 6's All-Star Game contest!
MLB All-Star Game 2022: AL edges NL for 9th straight victory
It was the ninth consecutive Major League All-Star Game win for the American League. Giancarlo Stanton, of the New York Yankees, was named the game MVP.
What channel is MLB All-Star Game on?
Baseball's biggest stars are in Los Angeles for the 2022 MLB All-Star Game. And the best part – you can catch the action right here on FOX 11 News!
All-Star Game lineups: Kershaw to start for NL, McClanahan for AL
Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw will start for the National League on Tuesday night in the first All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium since 1980, and Tampa Bay’s Shane McClanahan will be on the mound for the American League.
MLB All-Star Game 2022: What to know about the Mid-Summer Classic
The American League is on an incredible winning streak in the MLB All-Star Game, having won eight straight games.
Nats slugger Juan Soto wins 2022 MLB Home Run Derby
Nationals slugger Juan Soto defeated Seattle’s Julio Rodriguez 19-18 in the final to capture the Home Run Derby title at Dodger Stadium.