MLB

A general view of the outside of the stadium prior to the start of the home opener between the Balt...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Oakland Athletics move to Las Vegas expected to be approved

According to a new report from The Athletic's Evan Drellich,, MLB owners are expected to approve the Oakland Athletics relocation measure at their annual meetings this week.
5 months ago
Camilo Doval #75 of the San Francisco Giants pitches against the Colorado Rockies in the ninth inni...
Joseph Jarosz

Two Giants pitchers up for 2023 All-MLB Team honors

The 2023 All-MLB Team includes San Francisco Giants pitchers Logan Webb and Camilo Doval among its nominees.
5 months ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 02: Pete Alonso #20 of the New York Mets waits on-deck during the sixth i...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Report: Giants interested in Mets slugger Pete Alonso

Could the San Francisco Giants make a play for New York Mets slugging first baseman Pete Alonso this winter?
5 months ago
OAKLAND, CA - AUGUST 21: Manager Bob Melvin #6 and Matt Chapman #26 of the Oakland Athletics celebr...
Frankie Cartoscelli

SF Giants Free Agency Rumors: Crawford & Chapman

Who will the San Francisco Giants chase in free agency? Here are the latest rumors from the early stages of the MLB offseason.
5 months ago
Farhan Zaidi, Bob Melvin (6), and Greg Johnson of the San Francisco Giants speak during a press con...
Arizona Sports

MLB’s GM meetings in Arizona canceled due to reported widespread illness

Sports Illustrated’s Stephanie Apstein reports that a suspected virus has led the cancelation of the remaining MLB GM meetings on Thursday morning.
5 months ago
Brandon Crawford #35 of the San Francisco Giants acknowledges the crowd after he was taken off the ...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Brandon Crawford plans to play in 2024

According to John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle, agent Joel Wolfe said Brandon Crawford hopes to keep playing in 2024.
5 months ago
Manager Mark Kotsay #7 of the Oakland Athletics stands in the dugout during their game against the ...
Joseph Jarosz

Oakland A’s announce they’ve exercised 2025 team option for Mark Kotsay

The Oakland Athletics announced they've exercised the team's option for manager Mark Kotsay for the 2025 season.
5 months ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 25: Logan Webb #62 of the San Francisco Giants reacts after t...
Frankie Cartoscelli

SF Giants ace Logan Webb named finalist for NL Cy Young Award

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher and Rocklin native Logan Webb has been named as one of three finalists for the NL Cy Young Award.
5 months ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 15: Michael Conforto #8 of the San Francisco Giants rounds the base...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Report: Michael Conforto opts into final year of SF Giants deal

Michael Conforto has opted into the final year of his two-year deal with the San Francisco Giants and will make $18 million in 2024.
5 months ago
Stephen Vogt #21 of the Oakland Athletics celebrates while trotting around the bases after hitting ...
Joseph Jarosz

Former Giants & A’s catcher Stephen Vogt named new Guardians manager

Former Bay Area catcher Stephen Vogt has been announced as the new manager for the Cleveland Guardians.
5 months ago
Sean Manaea #52 of the San Francisco Giants acknowledges the fans after pitching in his 1000th care...
Joseph Jarosz

Giants pitcher Sean Manaea opts out of contract, becomes free agent

According to the San Francisco Chronicle's Susan Slusser, Sean Manaea plans to utilize his opt-out clause and become a free agent.
5 months ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 24: Alex Cobb #38 of the San Francisco Giants pitches against the...
Frankie Cartoscelli

SF Giants exercise $10 million option on Alex Cobb for 2024

The San Francisco Giants have exercised its $10 million club option on All-Star pitcher Alex Cobb for the 2024 season.
5 months ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MAY 31: Shohei Ohtani #17 of the Los Angeles Angels stands on-deck wait...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Upcoming MLB Offseason & Free Agency Dates

MLB Free Agency is near. Here is a list of upcoming dates, rules, and terms as we prepare for 'Hot Stove' season.
5 months ago
Corey Seager #5 of the Texas Rangers celebrates with teammates after the Texas Rangers beat the Ari...
DAVID VEENSTRA Arizona Sports

Texas Rangers win World Series, clinch title against Arizona Diamondbacks

The Texas Rangers won their first World Series title after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 Wednesday in Game 5 at Chase Field.
5 months ago
Josh H. Smith #47, Marcus Semien #2, Leody Taveras #3, and Evan Carter #32 of the Texas Rangers cel...
ALEX WEINER Arizona Sports

Diamondbacks face 3-1 hole; how many World Series teams have overcome this?

Can the Arizona Diamondbacks climb out of its 3-1 World Series hole? Here are the teams that have done it before.
5 months ago
Alex Cobb #38 of the San Francisco Giants pitches against the Cincinnati Reds as a almost full moon...
Joseph Jarosz

Giants pitcher Alex Cobb opts for offseason hip surgery

San Francisco Giants pitcher Alex Cobb has opted for offseason surgery to address a hip issue he dealt with last season.
5 months ago
Jonah Heim #28 of the Texas Rangers tags out Christian Walker #53 of the Arizona Diamondbacks at ho...
ALEX WEINER Arizona Sports

Missed opportunities putting Diamondbacks in World Series hole vs. Rangers

The Arizona Diamondbacks had their chances to close out Game 1 and build momentum in Game 3 but trail the World Series against the Texas Rangers entering a critical fourth game.
5 months ago
Oakland Athletics Las Vegas ballpark rendering...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: MLB players union has had ‘ongoing dialogue’ on where A’s play after 2024

One of the biggest questions in the Oakland Athletics relocation saga is where the team will play after their lease at the Coliseum expires at the end of the 2024 season.
5 months ago
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo attends the SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo returns to Bar A at the Jersey S...
Arizona Sports

To nobody’s surprise, Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo not retiring after Diamondbacks make World Series

Unsurprisingly, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo is not retiring after the Arizona Diamondbacks won two NLCS elimination games in Philadelphia to make the World Series.
5 months ago
San Diego Padres manager Bob Melvin argues a reversal of a call due to instant replay with crew chi...
Sactown Sports Staff

San Francisco Giants name Bob Melvin as team’s next manager

After days of reports, the San Francisco Giants made it official Wednesday, naming Bob Melvin as the team's next manager.
5 months ago
The Arizona Diamondbacks celebrate after beating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2 in Game Seven of the...
KEVIN ZIMMERMAN Arizona Sports

Diamondbacks are World Series-bound with NLCS Game 7 win over Phillies

The 84-win Arizona Diamondbacks are headed to the World Series to face the Texas Rangers after taking Game 7 of the NLCS on Tuesday.
5 months ago
Manager Bob Melvin #6 of the Oakland Athletics is ejected from the game by home plate umpire Greg G...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Report: Bob Melvin set to return to the Bay Area as Giants manager

After a swift interview process, the San Francisco Giants are reportedly set to name Bob Melvin as the team's next manager.
5 months ago
Manger Dusty Baker #12 of the Houston Astros looks on prior to Game Six of the American League Cham...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Sacramento native Dusty Baker ready to step down as manager

Is Dusty Baker ready to hang up his manager hat? The Athletic is reporting the Astros manager is telling people that's his plan.
5 months ago
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo attends the SiriusXM's Chris "Mad Dog" Russo returns to Bar A at the Jersey S...
HABOOB BLOG Arizona Sports

Loud radio man Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo says he’ll retire if Diamondbacks beat Phillies

Baseball fans outside of Philadelphia now have one good reason to jump on the Arizona Diamondbacks’ bandwagon in Game 7 of the NLCS.
5 months ago