Major League Baseball

Phillies extend manager Thomson through 2026

Rob Thomson, who guided the Phillies to a 95-67 record and their first NL East title since 2011, had his contract extended through the 2026 season.

Rodón emulates 'robot' Cole, steers Yanks' G1 win

After struggling to control his emotions in the ALDS, Carlos Rodón sought to emulate teammate Gerrit Cole's demeanor on the mound. On Monday, he nailed the imitation, pitching the Yankees to a win over the Guardians in Game 1 of the ALCS.

Swing and a hiss: Snake enters Dodgers dugout

A small snake slithered through the Dodgers' dugout during Game 2 of the NLCS on Monday, but it didn't spark a rally as they lost 7-3 to the Mets.

Slighted by IBB, Vientos' slam helps Mets get even

Following an intentional walk to Francisco Lindor that he "took personal," Mark Vientos hit the second grand slam of this Mets postseason Monday as New York evened the NLCS at one game apiece.

Dodgers' Kershaw to return in '25, 'give it a go'

Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw, who is sitting out this postseason because of bone spurs in his toe, said he planned to return on his player option for the 2025 season.

Royals GM expects to have similar budget in 2025

Royals general manager J.J. Picollo expects to have a similar budget as last year to plug the holes in a team that reached the AL Division Series this year, though his shopping list heading into the offseason figures to be a whole lot shorter.

Offseason questions for every team

Here's how the winter looks in Philadelphia -- plus Milwaukee, Houston, Baltimore and Atlanta -- following an early postseason exit.