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Top 10 catchers: J.T. Realmuto, then all the rest
The Phillies' backstop is the clear leader, but several breakout performers are on the way up.[read more]
Buster Olney's top 10 first basemen: Has Alonso powered his way to the top of the list?
The Mets' slugging phenom is moving up in MLB's pecking order.[read more]
'We find our own ways to help, always': How three Puerto Rican athletes are facing coronavirus
Fighting, surviving and rebuilding are built into Puerto Rico's national ethos. Three Puerto Ricans -- former Yankee Bernie Williams, Olympian Beverly Ramos and tennis pro Monica Puig tell stories of facing hurricanes, earthquakes and coronavirus.[read more]
Revisiting baseball's top 2021 prep draft prospects after finally seeing them on the field
Scouting opportunities are few and far between, but Kiley McDaniel had a chance to see some top players in action. Here's his report.[read more]
Will the 'Gods of Randomness' hit MLB in 2020? In a 60-game season, they could
How likely is it that the best teams will rise to the top in this year's shortened season? We looked to the recent past to find out.[read more]
Discipline in a pandemic might be the ultimate competitive advantage in MLB
Avoiding COVID-19 -- on the field and in the clubhouse, at home and on the road -- might be the difference between winning and losing.[read more]
Indians clear outfielder Reyes to rejoin workouts
The Indians have cleared Franmil Reyes to return to workouts after he was isolated for attending a party over the July Fourth weekend.[read more]
Gray gets nod for Reds' opener; Castillo goes 2nd
Reds manager David Bell said Wednesday that Sonny Gray will start the season opener with Luis Castillo slotting second in the starting rotation. Trevor Bauer, Wade Miley and Anthony DeSclafani will fill the final three spots.[read more]
Padres infielder Mateo tests positive for virus
Newly acquired Padres infielder Jorge Mateo has tested positive for the coronavirus and is experiencing symptoms, the team said Wednesday.[read more]
Giants 1B Belt in walking boot with sore heel
Giants first baseman Brandon Belt has been using a walking boot as he nurses a sore right heel that will keep him out at least a week.[read more]