These five MLB players may not be MVP favorites, but their teams’ success depends on them in 2023.
Author: Gabe Lacques, USA TODAY
Anthony Volpe has won New York Yankees’ shortstop job. Here’s why that makes the team so excited.
Nobody’s expecting Anthony Volpe to be Derek Jeter, but for the first time in a more than a quarter century, the Yankees have a homegrown shortstop.
Jose Altuve breaks thumb in Venezuela’s World Baseball Classic loss to Team USA, will undergo surgery
Houston Astros All-Star Jose Altuve suffered a broken right thumb when hit by a pitch vs. the USA, according to Venezuelan team officials.
From a WBC mishap to season-long impact: How Edwin Diaz’s knee injury affects Mets, NL East
A glorious moment for Puerto Rico turned into the darkest hour for Edwin Diaz and the Mets. What are the ripple effects of his knee injury?
Trevor Bauer, former Cy Young winner, to resume career in Japan
Trevor Bauer, released by the Dodgers after longest suspension ever under MLB’s domestic violence policy, will resume his \career in Japan.
MLB win totals 2023: Predicting every team’s record for the new season
The Astros may be the favorites to repeat as World Series champions in 2023. What other teams will be in the running?
MLB win totals 2023: Predicting every team’s record for the new season
The Astros may be the favorites to repeat as World Series champions in 2023. What other teams will be in the running?
White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger will not be disciplined by MLB following investigation
MLB could not determine whether White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger violated the league’s policy on domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.
Tampa Bay Rays play-by-play radio broadcaster Dave Wills dies at 58
Dave Wills’ play-by-play radio calls accompanied the biggest moments in Tampa Bay Rays history.
Dodgers suffer a big blow, losing starting SS Gavin Lux for the season with torn ACL
Lux was set to be LA’s everyday shortstop in 2023 after the Dodgers let Trea Turner go as a free agent in the offseason.