Seattle Mariners
Mariners Won’t Take the Next Step Because They’re Afraid to Pay the Price
The Mariners reportedly refused to include Cole Young in Ketel Marte trade talks — a decision that shows why Seattle may never take the next step.
MLB
Philadelphia Phillies
Phillies Core Under Pressure as Dombrowski Faces Familiar Criticism
MLB insiders compare the Phillies to Dave Dombrowski’s collapsing Tigers, putting Bryce Harper and an aging $284M roster under massive 2026 pressure.
Baltimore Orioles
Orioles’ Starting Pitcher Fires Back at MLB Salary Cap Push
Orioles' pitcher, Chris Bassitt, rejects MLB salary cap push as lockout rumors grow, arguing parity isn’t the league’s real problem.
Boston Red Sox
Red Sox Embarrass Themselves With Jersey Controversy
The Red Sox unveiled flawed 2026 home jerseys, then deleted and revised statements blaming Fanatics. Here’s why the controversy exploded.
Chicago Cubs
Cubs Under Fire for Light-Skinned Sammy Sosa Giveaway
The Cubs unveiled a Sammy Sosa bobblehead for 2026 — but fans are questioning why the likeness appears drastically lighter than his playing days.
MLBPA
MLBPA Shakeup: What Tony Clark’s Exit Means for 2027
Tony Clark resigns as MLBPA executive director just months before the CBA expires. Is another MLB lockout looming?
New York Mets
Steve Cohen Is Annoyed — And the Mets Should Be Too
Steve Cohen says he’s annoyed with the Mets’ lack of postseason success. After $300M payrolls, frustration in Queens is reaching a boiling point.
Atlanta Braves
Chris Sale vs. ABS: The Petty King Refuses to Push the Button
Chris Sale says he will never use MLB’s new ABS challenge system. Here’s why the Braves ace is refusing to press the button.
San Diego Padres
Nick Castellanos Brings the Chaos to San Diego — and the Padres Are All In
Nick Castellanos leaves Phillies drama behind and signs with the Padres. Here’s why this chaotic move could be genius — or a disaster.