1+ hour, 29+ min ago (196+ words) The Dodgers star has already made the United States suffer before The Japanese two-way superstar confirmed on Monday his intention to participate in the tournament, adding the biggest name in baseball right now to an event that will take place next March. This news boosts global interest in the WBC 2026, especially among fans following Ohtani's historic run. Japan will open Group C play in the 2026 WBC on March 6 at the Tokyo Dome-a massive event for the defending champions, who will face Chinese Taipei, Korea, Australia, and Czechia (Czech Republic) in pool play. Ohtani is coming off winning his fourth unanimous MVP in the last five MLB seasons. It's also worth remembering that he is the reigning WBC MVP after leading Japan to its third gold medal in the 2023 edition. In that tournament, Ohtani delivered one of the most epic moments…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago (437+ words) After years of frugality, Pittsburgh appears ready to spend and their ace could finally get some help For nearly a decade, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been known more for patience than ambition. But this winter, something feels different. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Pirates are exploring an aggressive move in free agency, one that would signal a major shift in how the franchise approaches winning. Their top target is Kyle Schwarber, the power-hitting lefty who crushed 56 home runs last season and hit 187 over four years in Philadelphia before entering free agency. Bringing him to Pittsburgh would be a stunning move for an organization that has spent years avoiding big-ticket contracts. The rumor, which surfaced this week, has already sent a jolt through the fan base and the broader baseball world. Owner Bob Nutting has long been a target of…...

4+ day, 18+ hour ago (294+ words) Several teams are already analyzing whether their talent justifies such a high investment Much of the interest in Tatsuya Imai is his great work in the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), where he has reached a fastball close to 100 mph with a sharp drop splitter and the reverse slider with angles uncommon in MLB, being the formula that has made him shine in his country for four seasons and positions him as one of the greatest promises. Tatsuya has three years in a row with 10 wins, more than 130 chocolates per season and an ERA of 1.92. He also has historic performances such as 17 strikeouts, a record that had not been broken for more than two decades and now he is preparing to reach MLB as a promise that has the whole way to build his own story. One of the teams in…...

5+ day, 43+ min ago (408+ words) He was heavily criticised in his playing days for being "greedy" and that weighed heavily on him Time takes care of putting everything in its place. It is that old sage that gives rise to reflection, self-criticism and forgiveness. Alex Rodriguez, the former MLB star and now co-owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA, looks back to confess that he wanted to throw in the towel out of shame at the best moment of his career. In the HBO documentary series Alex vs A-Rod, which premiered on November 6, he shares his story in full. There he talks about the shadow of failure behind his successful image, the mistakes he made to learn from them and the importance of being resilient in times of crisis. I thought it was important to tell my story. The good, the bad, the ugly,…...

6+ day, 5+ hour ago (327+ words) The New York team get their fist purchase of their shopping list this offseason The New York Yankees' offseason officially has something big to announce. Outfielder Trent Grisham has accepted the team's $22.025 million qualifying offer, according to the New York Post, becoming a significant early decision as the franchise begins shaping its 2026 roster. The move comes after talks surrounding the Yankees' outfield strategy and the uncertainty over which players would return. Grisham's acceptance will provide more than stability in center field to a team that dreams big. It will bring clarity as Brian Cashman navigates a complex winter. Grisham's decision follows what could have been his "best season yet," after a breakout year that elevated his market value and positioned him as one of the more talented names at the moment. His performance convinced the Yankees to extend the one-year…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (369+ words) Up to nine teams are looking for the Blue Jays shortstop for 2026 The 2025 season ended on a sour note for the Toronto Blue Jays. After losing a dramatic Game 7 of the World Series, the Canadian team is now struggling to keep its stars. Avoiding having the team dismantled is essential in their aspirations to try to become champions again next season, and in Toronto they know it. That's why they are already working to secure the future of their star, Bo Bichette, who is officially entering free agency. But while the Blue Jays try to retain him, several MLB teams, including the Dodgers, are already preparing multi-million dollar offers, so the outlook looks complicated. Bo Bichette has become one of the most attractive names in this class of free agents. Not only because of his numbers, but also because he…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (299+ words) They do not forget that he was a fundamental factor in defeating the Blue Jays and winning the title It is a time of change. These are important times with the trades in MLB. There are many players who are on the rumor lists to leave their teams. Others are strongly rumored to remain with their organizations. In the case of the Dodgers, all eyes are on Miguel Rojas. For MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the Dodgers should re-sign the veteran infielder who had standout performances in Games 6 and 7 against the Blue Jays. In his opinion, the Venezuelan is an element that is fundamental for the critical moments of the team, as he demonstrated against Toronto in 'the fall classic'. Rojas has been an important veteran in the Dodgers clubhouse. He also hit one of the biggest home runs of 2025. He…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (344+ words) Mahomes was asked his opinion on the recent betting scandals in the NBA and MLB The landscape of professional sports has been dramatically altered by the widespread legalization and promotion of sports betting. Unfortunately, this new era has brought with it a distressing wave of gambling-related controversies, where athletes and personnel-despite enjoying millionaire contracts-have jeopardized their careers and freedom. Recent incidents have made headlines across major leagues: in soccer, Sandro Tonali received a 10-month ban; in MLB, Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was accused of stealing $17 million to fuel a gambling habit. More recently, MLB pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz faced suspensions for allegedly accepting bribes to tip off gamblers about pitch types. The NBA has not been immune either, with investigations recently touching former player Chauncey Billups, now the Trail Blazers coach, and Heat player Terry Rozier…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (186+ words) You'll be able to enjoy all of Messi and company's matches on Apple TV. The move adds value for fans and brings MLS together with acclaimed Apple TV Originals, movies, documentaries, Friday Night Baseball, Formula 1 races in the United States, and more. As part of the transition, an Apple TV subscription will be included in full-season ticket packages for MLS clubs starting in 2026. "We're thrilled to bring MLS to more fans around the world next season on Apple TV," said Eddy Cue, Apple's Senior Vice President of Services. "Every match, all in one place, alongside incredible Apple Originals, is a win for fans everywhere." "Our partnership with Apple has always been about innovating for our fans," said Don Garber, Commissioner of Major League Soccer. "Bringing every MLS match to Apple TV takes that vision to the next level by making…...

2+ week, 7+ hour ago (655+ words) The Japanese slugger is on the market and several teams have an urgent need to convince him. The plot of Munetaka Murakami's novel is already underway, and it will surely end with the Japanese slugger's move to Major League Baseball in the current free agent market. The question at this point is where will he play next season, as the 25-year-old is considered in specialist circles to be the next Asian star in MLB. Murakami will seek to take advantage of the Japanese boom unleashed by Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Seiya Suzuki, who have been in the spotlight recently with exceptional performances. This has logically raised expectations for the young slugger, who has hit 265 home runs in the Japanese circuit since his debut in 2018. The big fish in the market are watching closely for news on Murakami and are…...