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MLB: Historic night! Ronald Acuña Jr.'s brother hits a record-breaking game in Venezuela
Acuña's first blast came in the second inning, a three-run shot that brought home two former Mets players: catcher Ali Sánchez and outfielder Rafael Ortega. But he didn't stop there. In the sixth inning, he hit another solo homer against former Dodgers pitcher Darien Núñez, extending the Cardinals' lead to 16-7.
The Royals canceled their TV deal with FanDuel Sports Kansas City. Here’s what that means for broadcasts in 2026.
Commissioner Rob Manfred floated the idea of an in-season tournament similar to the NBA Cup. It offers possibilities, and brings challenges.
MLB has never held any type of in-season tournament, though it has tried a split season twice. In 1892, the National League staged a split season in a bid to generate additional fan interest; it did not stick. In 1981, MLB held a split season after a players’ strike interrupted the regular year.
The Atlanta Braves and eight other teams have ended their contracts with FanDuel Sports Network, according to multiple reports. Major League Baseball could now step in.
Red Sox CEO Sam Kennedy expressed support for Commissioner Rob Manfred’s idea of implementing a free agent signing deadline.
Detroit joined eight other MLB teams in cutting ties with FanDuel Sports as the regional TV model faces upheaval.