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Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is rewriting baseball's record books with 18 home runs in his first 53 games, leading the entire American League. The Japanese sensation is proving that dreams of MLB stardom can become reality at any stage.
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski shattered MLB's velocity record by throwing 57 pitches over 100 mph in a single game, striking out 12 batters in dominant fashion. The 24-year-old's blazing performance is part of an incredible season that's redefining what's possible on the mound.
Los Angeles Dodgers utility player Kiké Hernandez played through an elbow injury so severe that renowned surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache called it the worst he'd ever seen of its kind. After offseason surgery and months of recovery, Hernandez returned Monday with a 2-for-2 performance, proving his dedication paid off.
Astros rookie Alimber Santa became the first pitcher since 1900 to participate in a no-hitter during his major league debut. The 23-year-old threw two perfect innings to seal Houston's combined no-hitter against Texas.
A baseball fan wearing an Australian national team jersey caught a home run hit by Australian player Curtis Mead, creating a perfect coincidence during a historic game featuring two Aussie-born MLB players facing off for the first time in 15 years.
Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai and two relievers made baseball history with a combined no-hitter in a 9-0 victory over the Texas Rangers. For Imai, a rookie from Japan struggling through his first MLB season, the game marks a triumphant turning point.
Three Houston Astros pitchers combined for a no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, with rookie Alimber Santa closing out the historic game in his very first major league appearance. The 9-0 shutout marked baseball's first no-hitter of 2026 and capped the Astros' fourth straight win.
Rikuu Nishida brought infectious joy to the major leagues in his debut, throwing out a runner at home plate (and losing his shoe) while recording his first hit for the Chicago White Sox. The 25-year-old Japanese player joins a historic lineup alongside fellow countryman Munetaka Murakami.
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll is making baseball history one triple at a time, leading the league with eight triples and putting him on track to become the first player ever to lead MLB in triples three years straight. His speed and hustle are helping Arizona win big at home.
Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered seven stellar innings in Milwaukee, the same ballpark where he clinched the NL Championship Series last fall. The Dodgers' bullpen extended their scoreless streak to a franchise-record 38 innings in the 5-1 victory.
A savvy kid caught Pirates prospect Esmerlyn Valdez's first career home run and drove a tough bargain to return it. After some serious negotiations, the fan agreed to trade the milestone ball for an autographed bat and hat.
After seven years grinding through the minor leagues and nearly quitting baseball, Bryan Torres made his MLB dream come true with an unforgettable debut for the St. Louis Cardinals. The 28-year-old homered, walked, and singled in his first big league game.
Miami Marlins pitcher Max Meyer dominated the New York Mets with seven scoreless innings of one-hit baseball, while catcher Liam Hicks broke out of a month-long slump with two home runs in a 4-1 victory. Sometimes breakthrough performances come when you need them most.
Drew Epperson surprised his dad Chad at home plate in Kansas City, marking the first time they've met on a Major League field despite spending their lives in baseball. The Royals arranged the emotional reunion when Chad's Red Sox came to town.
Major League Baseball will pause games nationwide at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day for a unified moment of silence. Players will wear red poppies with "Lest We Forget" inscribed on their jerseys to honor service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The Houston Astros are promoting 23-year-old pitcher Alimber Santa from Triple-A, bringing hope to the league's worst bullpen. After years of injuries, Santa finally broke out this season with a 1.42 ERA and 24 strikeouts in 19 innings.
Just one year after baseball's worst record, the Chicago White Sox are now playoff contenders in what could become the fourth-greatest two-year turnaround in MLB history. Young players, smart coaching changes, and one brilliant signing are proving doubters wrong.
Minnesota Twins legend Joe Mauer is praising Major League Baseball's new automated ball-strike challenge system, calling it a win for getting calls right. The technology is making the game fairer while keeping challenges quick and smooth.
In a cricket-obsessed nation, baseball participation has skyrocketed from 150 players to nearly 2,000 in just three years. Now MLB is doubling down with a major partnership to bring America's pastime to one of the world's biggest sports markets.
The New York Mets exploded for 10 runs in the 12th inning against the Nationals, becoming the first team in 43 years to score double digits in extra innings. Their historic offensive outburst turned a nail-biter into a 16-7 victory. ##
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