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Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz Makes History With Crazy Home Run Derby Moonshot

Ever since he reached the big leagues, Oneil Cruz has been making headlines with his power. The Pittsburgh Pirates star put that tool on display Monday night, soaking up the spotlight with some historic bombs down in Atlanta.

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Aaron Judge Offers Advice to Yankees Teammate Jazz Chisholm Jr.

The New York Yankees aren't in first place in the AL East, but it's not because of Aaron Judge or Jazz Chisholm Jr.. Judge leads baseball with a .355 batting average, 1.194 OPS, and 125 hits, in addition to being second with 35 homers and 81 RBI over 96 games.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / July 14

Paul Skenes, NL try to end AL's run of dominance in All-Star Game

ATLANTA -- Just to participate in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game would be a career -- and maybe even lifetime -- achievement for many professional baseball players.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / July 14

Recapping Week 15 of the 2025 MiLB Season

Week 15, the final week before the 2025 All-Star break, of the Minor League season ended on July 13. The full-season leagues will get a reprieve before resuming later this week.

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The 'Most recent cycle by MLB franchise' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

A's Land Oregon State Home Run King in the 4th Round of the 2025 MLB Draft

A few rounds following the A's selection of southpaw Jamie Arnold with the 11th overall pick, the A's were able to snag Oregon State's Gavin Turley in the 4th round.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Longest home runs in MLB, Home Run Derby history

Everybody loves the long ball. The most exciting play in baseball is the home run, and hitting the baseball over the fence just so happens to be arguably the most important skill set in modern MLB.

Shohei Ohtani News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Yankees Legend Couldn't Lie About His Feelings on Shohei Ohtani After Watching Him Hit

Throughout his 19-year career (2001 to 2019), pitcher CC Sabathia was an amazing player, and after his playing days, he was cemented in history forever, being inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 14

Shohei Ohtani (NL), Gleyber Torres (AL) to lead off in All-Star Game

The American League and National League announced their lineups for Tuesday's All-Star Game at Atlanta with Shohei Ohtani leading off for the NL and Gleyber Torres at the top for the AL.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 14

Brewers Cut Ties With 29-Year-Old Amid Flurry Of Roster Moves

The Milwaukee Brewers announced three different moves on Sunday. Milwaukee optioned right-handed pitcher Easton McGree to Triple-A, returning outfielder Blake Perkins and optioned him to Triple-A, and designated outfielder Drew Avans for assignment to make room on the roster, per the team.

Matt Holliday News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 14

Ethan Holliday Selection Breaks Lengthy MLB Draft Drought For Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies selected Stillwater (Okla.) high school shortstop Ethan Holliday with the No. 4 pick in the MLB Draft on Sunday night. For both the franchise, and Holliday, it was a special selection, as his father Matt, previously starred for the organization.

Brent Rooker News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

A's Brent Rooker Will Win the Home Run Derby

Yesterday we discussed why Brent Rooker was at a disadvantage in the MLB Home Run Derby, since the wall in left field at Truist Park in Atlanta is ten feet further from home plate than the wall in right, and with five of the eight derby participants being left-handers, that could have an impact on Rooker's odds of winning.

Athletics News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / July 14

Brewers May Soon Lose 4-Year MLB Veteran To Midseason Opt-Out

The Milwaukee Brewers have some important administrative business to address during the All-Star break. Pitching depth is vital to every Major League Baseball team, and the Brewers might soon lose some of theirs at the Triple-A level.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

5 best MLB Home Run Derby moments of all-time, ranked

A new wave of young superstars are set to be showcased in the 2025 Home Run Derby. The surplus of young talent that has been making a name for themselves by blasting bombs over the fence has brought a revitalization of interest in the most popular event during the Midsummer Classic.

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Athletics News / Inside The Diamonds / July 14

All-Star Festivities Kick-Off with Home Run Derby

Fans are in for a thrilling showcase of raw power and rising talent as eight of MLB’s most explosive hitters square off at Truist Park in Atlanta. Airing live on ESPN at 8:00 p.m.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

2025 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 18: Every team’s biggest All-Star snub

The first half of the 2025 MLB season is behind us, and the All-Star Game is here. Baseball’s biggest stars are in Atlanta to take part in the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game at Truist Park.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / July 14

A's Nail Top Two Picks in 2025 MLB Draft

The Athletics came into this draft at a slight disadvantage. Having selected in the lottery the past two seasons, they were ineligible to select higher than tenth in 2025, but since the Chicago White Sox were under similar restrictions and had a worse 2024, they ended up with the No.

Athletics News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Thai Floyd Makes History as HBCU Football's First Female Announcer (Exclusive)

For the first time in Alabama A&M's 150-year history, the school's football play-by-play duties will be handled by a woman. Thai Floyd will call Bulldogs games during the 2025 season, according to an announcement on Saturday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 14

MLB roundup: Red Sox top Rays to extend win streak to 10

Ceddanne Rafaela hit a two-run home run to help the Boston Red Sox stretch their winning streak to 10 games by beating the visiting Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 on Sunday.

Athletics News / Just Baseball / July 14

Who Will Win The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby?

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby will be held on Monday, July 14th at 8 PM EST. 2024 Home Run Derby champ Teoscar Hernandez will not be defending his title, but the 2025 Home Run Derby field is as stacked as ever.

Drew Avans News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Brewers make decision on Drew Avans as part of recent roster moves

The Brewers announced a trio of roster moves, including the news that outfielder Drew Avans has been designated for assignment. The DFA opens up a 40-man roster spot for Blake Perkins, who was returned from his minor league rehab assignment and optioned to Triple-A Nashville, after spending the entire season on the injured list.

DJ LeMahieu News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Multiple teams showing interest In DJ LeMahieu

It’s been just two days since the Yankees officially released veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu, but that hasn’t stopped him from attempting to get back onto the field.

Yankees' uncertain third base plans should make fans nervous

Yankees Get Barely-Passing Midseason Grade

Yankees Outfielder Dodges $25 Million Question About Future

Yankees Catcher Drawing Significant Trade Interest