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A youth baseball team from Curaçao just secured something no team from their island nation has earned before: direct entry to the 2026 Little League World Series. Pariba Little League fought through a tough tournament to claim their ticket to Williamsport, continuing a legacy that includes producing MLB stars.
Shohei Ohtani launched a first-pitch home run Saturday and extended his on-base streak to 45 games, moving into fifth place in Dodgers franchise history. The milestone caps a red-hot run that began last August and now stands as the longest active streak in Major League Baseball.
Shohei Ohtani just passed baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki for the longest on-base streak by a Japanese-born player, reaching base in 44 straight games. The Dodgers superstar continues rewriting history while leading the majors in the category that matters most: getting on base.
For the first time in two decades, Major League Baseball has seen back-to-back increases in Black player representation, jumping from 6.0% to 6.8% over two years. The rise reflects the payoff of youth development programs launched to reverse decades of decline.
Mason Miller is rewriting baseball history with a 27-inning scoreless streak and a strikeout rate that's never been seen in over a century of the sport. The Padres closer is throwing 103 mph fastballs and making it look easy.
Rob Refsnyder pulled off a jaw-dropping, wall-climbing robbery in right field that left his own pitcher speechless. The acrobatic catch showcased the kind of athletic excellence that reminds us why we love baseball.
Major League Baseball just created a dedicated YouTube channel designed entirely for kids who love baseball and softball. MLB Clubhouse features animated shows, drawing tutorials, player stories, and skill-building content to help the next generation fall in love with America's pastime.
Juan Brito was playing video games on his day off when an injury changed everything. Twenty-four hours later, the 24-year-old rookie delivered two hits in his Major League debut.
When a three-hour rain delay threatened to keep Pete Fairbanks from his wife's side for their fourth child's birth, his team made an extraordinary call. The Marlins completely changed their game plan to get their pitcher home to Florida in time.
Munetaka Murakami just became the fastest Japanese player to hit four MLB home runs, doing it in just eight games with the White Sox. His game-changing blast helped Chicago claim their first series win of the season at home.
Baseball's top prospect Konnor Griffin ripped an RBI double in his very first Major League swing, sparking a four-run rally that helped the Pittsburgh Pirates win their home opener. The teenager's electric debut gave 38,986 fans a glimpse of why he's considered a future superstar.
Shohei Ohtani broke out of his early season slump with a three-run homer that sparked the Dodgers to a 13-6 victory and awakened their struggling offense. The blast triggered a five-home run explosion from a lineup that had been searching for its rhythm through the first week of the season.
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin became the youngest position player to reach the majors since 2018, delivering an electric debut with an RBI double and stellar defense. The 19-year-old's arrival signals hope for a franchise that hasn't seen the postseason in over a decade.
America's 2026 Olympic hockey heroes are taking their victory lap to baseball diamonds across the country. From Yankee Stadium to Cleveland, gold medalists are sharing their wins with fans who can't get enough of their inspiring triumph.
Two brothers became the only siblings to record their first MLB hits for the Giants at Oracle Park, celebrating with family both times. Daniel Susac went 3-for-3 in his debut Thursday, surpassing brother Andrew's 2014 milestone.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are calling up Konnor Griffin, baseball's top prospect, for his major league debut at just 19 years old. The team is also finalizing a nine-year, $140 million contract with the Mississippi native who dominated every level of the minors in less than a year.
Konnor Griffin is heading to the major leagues this Friday, becoming the youngest position player to debut since Juan Soto in 2018. The Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop has been compared to superstars like Bobby Witt Jr. and Ronald Acuña Jr.
The Los Angeles Dodgers just became the first MLB team ever to start three Japanese-born pitchers in consecutive games. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Roki Sasaki, and Shohei Ohtani made history this week in a moment that celebrates baseball's growing global reach.
An MLB umpire forgot how to count during a game, letting a player walk after three strikes. Everyone laughed it off, proving even pros are human.
Arizona Diamondbacks rookie Jose Fernandez became just the seventh player since 1900 to hit two home runs in his major league debut, delivering a game-winning performance against the Detroit Tigers. The 22-year-old's fairy tale start included a dramatic three-run homer in the eighth inning that sealed a 7-5 comeback victory.
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