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Mariners near deal for All-Star Brendan Donovan, sources say

The Mariners are nearing a deal to acquire infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan from the Cardinals, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. Donovan was a first-time All-Star last season.

Sources: At least 6 teams to leave Main Street Sports, join MLB

At least six teams are expected to leave their regional sports network, Main Street Sports, and join Major League Baseball, essentially shedding their once-lucrative local media contracts, sources told ESPN on Monday. More are expected to follow.

MLB salary increase slowed to 1.4% in 2025, sets record at $4.7M

The rate of increase for Major League Baseball's average salary slowed to 1.4% last year while setting a record average at $4,721,393, according to final figures from the players' association.

Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz will pitch for Puerto Rico in WBC

Star closer Edwin Diaz will return to pitch for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, it was announced Monday.

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The 2026 Caribbean Series kicks off Feb. 1, 2026! Learn more about the schedule, format, teams and other stats now.

State of MLB: Does Dodgers' dominance make NL stronger than AL?

Today is the 150th anniversary of the National League. We take a look at each league going into the 2026 season.

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