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 | It's hard to argue with the Red Sox taking over as baseball's best team. Their rainout on Monday didn't change the fact that they started the day tops in the AL with a 2.06 rotation ERA.
More»Sox get big performances to top Yanks, O's |
 | Puerto Rico was well represented during the recently completed Trailblazer Series in Compton, where approximately 100 girls gathered for a weekend of baseball competition at the MLB Youth Academy.
More»Trailblazer girls talk about their love of baseball |
 | On a weekend that celebrated baseball's most revered trailblazer, Jackie Robinson, 100 girls gathered at the MLB Youth Academy in Compton for a two-day baseball tournament that featured camaraderie, talent and fierce competition. Countless highlights emerged during the second Trailblazer Series. Here's a glance at the best of the best.
More»Trailblazer Series honors Jackie Robinson |
 | Maria Norris had just completed the requirements needed to graduate from the Wendelstedt Umpire School in February when she received her first offer for a paying gig. Norris wasn't familiar with the Trailblazer Series, but after a quick Google search, she was enthused about the opportunity to serve as one of the tournament's umpires.
More»Maria Norris reflects on Jackie Robinson's legacy |
 | After a full day of games on the fields of the MLB Youth Academy in Compton on Saturday, the Trailblazer Series moved to a fitting venue -- Dodger Stadium, home of the team that produced baseball's original and most revered trailblazer -- Jackie Robinson.
More» First pitch at Dodger Stadium |
 | Now in its second year, the Trailblazer Series has attracted girls from all over the United States, as well as Canada and Puerto Rico. It's part of MLB's ongoing commitment to attract more young people to the game.
More» Girls showcase baseball skills |
 | Even if they're still a little too young to fully understand it, the girls participating in this weekend's Trailblazer Series in Los Angeles have already carved out their unique, special place in sports history.
More» Trailblazer Series |
 | The growing trend of girls who play baseball will be celebrated and supported this weekend in Compton, Calif., where approximately 100 girls will participate in the Trailblazer Series, hosted by Major League Baseball and USA Baseball.
More»MLB, USA Baseball on upcoming girls baseball events |
 | Our weekly Power Rankings feature the Mets at No. 10, up one spot from last week. Too low? Perhaps. The weekly rankings weigh not only how the teams are performing in present times, but also how we see them winding up at the end of the season. A top-10 ranking means we see them qualifying for the postseason. But are they one of the elite teams?
More» Familia strikes out Castro to earn the save |
 | Prior to Friday's game against the Padres, three Astros were presented with prestigious awards for their accomplishments last year. Jose Altuve received his American League Most Valuable Player Award, and Justin Verlander and George Springer were presented their American League MVP and World Series MVP Awards, respectively.
More»Altuve, Springer talk about receiving MVP awards |
 | On a day starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel wasn't at his best and the Astros' vaunted offense wasn't crushing the ball, the defending champs found another way to beat the Orioles.
More» Bundy strikes out eight, allows one earned |
 | Alex Cobb had a five-inning simulated game against Orioles Minor Leaguers on Wednesday in what should be one of his final steps before joining Baltimore's rotation.
More» Cobb on joining Orioles, staying in AL East |
 | It took 56 years for the Astros to win their first World Series championship, and that number -- and many more -- are now etched into history, all represented on the championship ring the team received for their historic feat in 2017.
More» Astros superstars receive World Series rings |
 | For a guy who was somewhat reviled in Houston for a spell, Carlos Beltran has a decent list of Astros-related triumphs to store in his memory bank. He had a blistering postseason in 2004, launching eight homers over 12 games. He won a World Series with the Astros in '17, and he was given one of the loudest ovations on a night during which every player was lauded during the Astros' highly anticipated ring ceremony.
More» Beltran tosses first pitch in Houston |
 | The Astros were as good as advertised during Opening Week, and an uneven first series for the Dodgers wasn't enough to keep last year's World Series opponents from clinging to the top two spots in the latest Power Rankings.
More»Justice explains how Astros are pushing ahead in 2018 |
 | Rich Dauer doesn't remember a lot of what happened to him before and during the subdural hematoma that nearly ended his life shortly after the Astros won the World Series last year, but in the months since then, he hasn't missed a single minute of joy stemming from the second chance he's been given.
More» Rich Dauer tosses emotional first pitch |
 | The unveiling of the 2017 World Series championship banner was the highlight of a 30-minute celebration Monday commemorating the first title in Houston baseball history.
More» Astros celebrate their 2017 WS victory |
 | Major League Baseball's commitment to growing youth interest in the game, and its dedication to ensuring all kids are given the same opportunities to play baseball, will take a giant step forward in the coming weeks, beginning with the second annual Trailblazer Series, to be held in Compton, Calif., April 13-15.
More»MLB, USA Baseball on upcoming girls baseball events |
 | It was fitting that the sun finally began peeking out just as the pregame ceremony on Friday was beginning. It gave the sellout crowd at Great American Ball Park a terrific photo to capture as the Reds, baseball's most traditional Opening Day hosts, got things rolling on a chilly March day in downtown Cincinnati.
More» Reds lineup introduced prior to home opener |
 | The first edition of the MLB Power Rankings features five teams that have lofty expectations, based on their performances last year and their moves over the offseason. But there are plenty of teams lurking in the Top 10 who may challenge those elite five.
More»Astros look to defend WS crown with top-tier rotation |
