MLB to distribute $1.5 million in free tickets to essential workers

Major League Baseball and its teams said Thursday they will distribute $1.5 million in free tickets this regular season to essential workers of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Cleveland Indians not allowing headdresses, painted faces at games

The Cleveland Indians said they will not permit fans inside Progressive Field wearing Native American headdresses or face paint during the 2021 season.

MLB to relax virus protocols when 85% on field vaccinated

Card games, car pools and eating at restaurants may be back in the major leagues later this season. Trips to church and sponsor events may return, too.

Roberto Clemente mural comes alive at middle school
video

A Central Florida school has a new name and a new mural to go with it. With every brushstroke, the mural depicting Puerto Rican Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente comes alive.

New body camera video shows Johnny Damon arrest after DUI stop

Body camera video has been released in the arrests of Johnny Damon, the retired Major League Baseball player, and his wife, Michelle Mangan-Damon.

Former MLB player Johnny Damon arrested for DUI in Central Florida
video

Johnny Damon, the retired Major League Baseball player, has been arrested in Central Florida. His wife, Michelle Mangan-Damon, was also arrested.

It's official: Dodgers ink deal with powerhouse pitcher Trevor Bauer

Major League Baseball All-Star and Cy Young Award winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, it was announced Friday. 

Panel recommends 7 Negro Leagues for major league status

A baseball task force has recommended seven Negro Leagues for official recognition as major leagues.

Major League Baseball work stoppage in 2022 increasingly likely

Baseball players refused to negotiate with owners over a one-month delay for this spring training and regular season, making a work stoppage in 2022 a real risk.

Braves honor Hank Aaron with memorial service at Truist Park

Atlanta Braves legend Hank Aaron was remembered for his talent and his humility during a memorial service Tuesday afternoon at Truist Park.

No new members inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame, a first in 8 years

The baseball Hall of Fame won’t have any new players in the class of 2021 after voters decided no one had the merits — on-the-field or off — for enshrinement in Cooperstown on this year's ballot.

Aaron’s death prompts call to change name: Braves to Hammers

 As his adopted hometown mourned Hank Aaron’s death, some fans called on the Atlanta Braves to change their name to the Hammers in his honor.

Tributes pour in honoring the legendary Hank Aaron

Tributes from friends, family, celebrities, and dignitaries from around the world poured in after the passing of Atlanta Braves legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron was announced Friday morning.  

Georgia, Alabama lowers flags to honor Hank Aaron

The states of Georgia and Alabama have lowered its flags to half-staff to honor baseball great Hank Aaron, who died Friday.

MLB hall-of-fame pitcher Don Sutton dies at 75

Sutton played 23 seasons in MLB, 16 with the Dodgers, before embarking on a second career calling Atlanta Braves games for three decades.

Braves legend, Hall of Famer pitcher Phil Niekro dies after cancer battle

Braves legend and Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro passed away Saturday night in his sleep after a long battle with cancer. He was 81 years old.