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Meet the 16-Fighter City Rosters Behind Team Boxing League
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Meet the 16-Fighter City Rosters Behind Team Boxing League

Team Boxing League is a professional sports league that introduces a revolutionary team-based format to the world of boxing. Instead of focusing solely on individual fighters, this league builds competition around city-b…

Sponsored by Team Boxing League·Aug 25
Kansas City Royals pitcher Cole Ragans experiencing elbow stiffness and pain during a rehab outing on the baseball mound.
The Huddle

Cole Ragans experiences elbow stiffness during rehab

Royals pitcher Cole Ragans experienced elbow stiffness immediately after throwing 68 pitches in his first Triple-A rehab outing on May 23.

Rachel Goldberg·May 26
Craig Kimbrel in a Tampa Bay Rays uniform on the pitcher's mound, looking focused.
Hardwood Intel

Craig Kimbrel inks deal with Tampa Bay Rays

Just four days after being designated for assignment by the New York Mets, veteran reliever Craig Kimbrel signed a major league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays for a mere $780,000 on Tuesday, May 26, acc

Darius Tehrani·May 26
Jarred Kelenic walking away from a baseball stadium after being designated for assignment by the Chicago White Sox.
The Pitch

White Sox designate Kelenic for 2026 assignment

After just 19 games, the Chicago White Sox have designated Jarred Kelenic for assignment in 2026, abruptly ending his brief tenure and calling up speed-focused prospect Rikuu Nishida for his MLB...

Sofia Castillo·May 25
Austin Slater walking away from a baseball dugout towards an exit, symbolizing his election to free agency after clearing waivers.
Hardwood Intel

Austin Slater Elects Free Agency After Clearing Waivers

Just weeks after securing a $1MM free agent contract, veteran outfielder Austin Slater is back on the open market, designated for assignment by the Marlins after just 12 games and four hits.

Darius Tehrani·May 25
Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford practicing ground balls at third base during a sunset practice session, demonstrating his flexibility.
The Huddle

Mariners' Crawford Open to Playing Third Base

J.P. Crawford, the Seattle Mariners' veteran shortstop, immediately volunteered to manager Dan Wilson that he was willing to move to third base after learning of rookie Colt Emerson's promotion, accor

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Brycen Mautz on the mound, ready to throw during his MLB debut against the Cincinnati Reds.
Draft HQ

Brycen Mautz Debuts for Cardinals Sunday Against Reds

Brycen Mautz, a 24-year-old left-hander, is scheduled to make his MLB debut on Sunday against the Cincinnati Reds, marking a significant moment in the 2026 season for the St.

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, looking dejected, walks off a baseball field after being placed on the injured list due to lower back inflammation.
The Huddle

Texas Rangers place Corey Seager on injured list

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, already mired in a 0-for-25 slump, was placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation, according to AP News .

Rachel Goldberg·May 24
Eugenio Suarez activated from IL as Ke'Bryan Hayes is placed on the injured list with a back injury.
The Huddle

Eugenio Suarez Activated, Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands on Injured List

Ke'Bryan Hayes, who was hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 23
Chicago Cubs prospect Kevin Alcantara steps up to bat as veteran Nicky Lopez is seen departing the dugout, symbolizing a roster change.
The Huddle

Cubs designate Nicky Lopez, promote Kevin Alcantara

Kevin Alcántara, the Chicago Cubs' No.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23
Chicago Cubs prospect Pedro Ramirez makes his MLB debut as infielder Matt Shaw is placed on the injured list.
The Pitch

Cubs promote Pedro Ramirez, place Matt Shaw on injured list

Just weeks after being named International League Player of the Month for April, Pedro Ramírez is making his major league debut for the Cubs.

Sofia Castillo·May 22
Victor Bericoto, a San Francisco Giants player, stands on the field in uniform, celebrating his contract selection after a successful minor league career.
The Huddle

San Francisco Giants select Victor Bericoto's contract

Victor Bericoto signed with the San Francisco Giants as an international free agent in 2018 for $25,000, an investment that yielded an exceptional return as the team selected his contract from Triple-

Rachel Goldberg·May 22
Pitcher Joe Ross in a Texas Rangers uniform on a baseball mound, ready to throw during a game.
Hardwood Intel

Texas Rangers sign pitcher Joe Ross to minor league deal

Just a year after signing a $4 million contract, veteran right-hander Joe Ross has agreed to a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers for $1.

Darius Tehrani·May 22
Brody Bumila, a 6-foot-9 high school pitcher, in the intense motion of throwing a baseball at an incredible speed, showcasing his top prospect potential.
Draft HQ

Brody Bumila Throws 102 MPH, Emerging as Top Prospect

Brody Bumila, a 6-foot-9 high school pitcher, has been clocked throwing a fastball at an astonishing 102 mph, signaling an unprecedented level of raw talent emerging in MLB’s prospect pipeline, accord

Rachel Goldberg·May 21
Veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco in an Atlanta Braves uniform on the pitcher's mound, ready to play.
The Huddle

Braves select veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco

The Atlanta Braves have committed $1.

Rachel Goldberg·May 21
Baseball manager and data analyst intensely studying complex analytics and player statistics on glowing computer screens in a dugout.
Fairway Digest

Teams Embrace Data for Best Baseball Offense Strategies

Last season, the league-leading offense, the Atlanta Braves, posted a team batting average of just .

Chloe Armstrong·May 20
Tampa Bay Rays and Chicago White Sox players shaking hands on a baseball field, representing the trade of Joe Rock for Oliver Dunn.
The Pitch

Rays trade pitcher Joe Rock to White Sox for Oliver Dunn

In a seemingly minor one-for-one trade on May 19, 2026, the Tampa Bay Rays acquired infielder Oliver Dunn from the Chicago White Sox.

Sofia Castillo·May 20
Gerrit Cole, New York Yankees pitcher, in action on the mound during a game, demonstrating his powerful pitching style after injury recovery.
The Huddle

Gerrit Cole starts for Yankees Friday against Rays

Gerrit Cole reached 99.

Rachel Goldberg·May 20
Miami Marlins' dugout with dejected players under a stormy sky, symbolizing a tough 2026 season outlook for Garrett, Snelling, and Alderman.
Draft HQ

Marlins' Garrett, Snelling, Alderman Face Tough 2026 Outlook

In just two starts for the Miami Marlins in 2026, pitcher Braxton Garrett recorded a staggering 14.

Rachel Goldberg·May 20
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager walking off a baseball field with a pained expression, symbolizing his current slump and back injury.
The Playbook

Corey Seager visits back specialist amid slump

Mired in a career-worst 0-for-27 slump, Rangers shortstop Corey Seager is now visiting a back specialist after an MRI, revealing the potential physical toll behind his struggles.

Darius Tehrani·May 18
New York Yankees closer Clay Holmes, recovering from a fibula fracture, with a determined look, symbolizing his targeted August return to the game.
The Huddle

Clay Holmes avoids surgery, targets August return from fibula fracture

Yankees closer Clay Holmes fractured his right fibula on May 15, according to NY Sports Day and mlb.

Rachel Goldberg·May 18
Find the Right Fullone Motorsports Hat for Your Race-Day Look
The Pro Shop

Find the Right Fullone Motorsports Hat for Your Race-Day Look

Finding the perfect race-day accessory that blends trackside energy with everyday style can be a challenge. Fullone Motorsports , a competitive race team, offers a line of apparel that captures the spirit of motorsport, …

Sponsored by Fullone Motorsports·Aug 3
Seattle Mariners prospect Colt Emerson makes his MLB debut as Brendan Donovan is placed on the injured list.
The Pitch

Mariners promote Colt Emerson as Brendan Donovan lands on IL

Top prospect Colt Emerson, fresh off an eight-year, $95 million contract extension, is making his MLB debut for the Seattle Mariners.

Sofia Castillo·May 18
A dramatic tennis stadium during a Grand Slam final at sunset, with two legendary players in intense action on the clay court.
Court Coverage

Iconic Grand Slam Tennis Performances in Open Era

Rafael Nadal's 14 French Open titles alone surpass the career Grand Slam totals of many all-time legends, a testament to an era where specialized, sustained dominance redefines tennis greatness.

Sofia Castillo·Sep 13