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New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed Monday that prospect Carson Benge will join the Opening Day roster. His major league debut will come against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field in Queens on March 26. “It’s a moment that he’ll never forget, and as a manager, after delivering some tough news the past few […]

The Yankees aren't done finalizing their roster for 2026, as the team acquired pitcher Sean Paul Linan from the Nationals on Sunday.

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Yankees Trade Jorbit Vivas to Nationals for Sean Paul Linan

Opening Day is on Wednesday, but the New York Yankees aren’t done making trades. On Sunday, the Yankees acquired right-handed pitching prospect Sean Paul Linan from the Washington Nationals in exchange for infielder Jorbit Vivas. Linan is now the 23rd-ranked prospect in the Yankees’ farm system. Dealing Vivas to the Nationals doesn’t come as much […]

Brazil press officer Mariana de Paula looking on during her team's postgame press conference during the 2026 World Baseball Classic in Houston

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Mariana de Paula and Brazil’s World Baseball Classic Run

Mariana de Paula and Brazil’s WBC Appearance HOUSTON — When Brazil clinched its spot in the World Baseball Classic by taking down China and beating Germany twice, Mariana de Paula didn’t wait for the celebration to fade. She didn’t even wait for the next morning. “I felt incredibly proud,” she told Sport Relay before Brazil’s […]

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Team USA Roster Predictions for 2030 World Baseball Classic

Following back-to-back World Baseball Classic Championship defeats, Team USA is undoubtedly looking ahead to the next WBC competition in 2030. Some of the roster, especially the young talent, will remain in place. However, there’s bound to be turnover at several positions. This is a position-by-position breakdown of what Team USA’s starting lineup could look like […]

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Howie Rose Announces Retirement From Mets Radio

Longtime New York Mets radio host Howie Rose announced his intention to retire at the end of this season. The 72-year-old sports personality cited age and family as the main reasons for his decision. “Times are getting short for that, at least as far as I’m concerned. So I got to hit the gas here, […]

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Mets Make Much Needed Additions to Citi Field

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The New York Mets announced Tuesday their intention to make two much-needed additions to Citi Field this season. They plan to provide fans with a more enjoyable, exciting and pleasant experience for when they attend a game. Expansion of Transportation The Mets first announced upgrades to the transportation system used to reach Citi Field. The […]

Eugenio Suarez of Venezuela celebrating the go-ahead double against the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic final

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WBC: Venezuela Nabs First Championship with Win over United States

Venezuela 3, United States 2 MIAMI (Mar. 17) — A ninth-inning double by Eugenio Suarez broke a 2–2 tie, and Daniel Palencia pitched a perfect ninth to give Venezuela a 3–2 victory over the United States in the 2026 World Baseball Classic final Tuesday night. The WBC championship is the first for Venezuela. Venezuela – […]

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The Padres Spring Training So Far

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With Opening Day mere weeks away, the San Diego Padres are hard at work ironing out the kinks in their roster. Every spring training is different, but for the Padres, the answers in front of them are much clearer than in years past. That said, there are a few key takeaways that have made themselves […]