MLB’s Rob Manfred is pushing for salary cap, and players are skeptical, union official says
nytimes.com/athletic/6484590/2025/07/09/mlbpa-bruce-meyer-rob-manfred-salary-cap/

Key FactsMLB Players Doubt Salary Cap Proposal from Manfred
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Commissioner Rob Manfred has held yearly meetings with players promoting a salary cap, but the union expresses significant doubt about its benefits.
- The players’ association argues that a salary cap would reduce competition and not necessarily increase player earnings.
- Payroll disparities remain large, with the Los Angeles Dodgers projecting $408 million in 2025 compared to $86 million by the Miami Marlins.
- Another labor dispute is anticipated when the current agreement expires in December 2026, with uncertainty over possible game cancellations.
I think the whole premise is wrong.— Bruce Meyer, the deputy director of the Major League Baseball Players Association, stated on the television show 'Foul Territory.'
Yankees Designate DJ LeMahieu For Assignment: DJLM DFA. Click over to MLB Trade Rumors to read more.
mlbtraderumors.com/2025/07/yankees-designate-dj-lemahieu-for-assignment.html

Key FactsYankees Part Ways with Veteran DJ LeMahieu
Jul 09 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mlbtraderumors.com
- DJ LeMahieu was designated for assignment by the Yankees with Jorbit Vivas recalled as his replacement.
- His offensive and defensive production has significantly declined as he has aged.
- LeMahieu started the season on the injured list and was given a chance at second base but underperformed.
- The Yankees decided there is no longer a defensive role for him, ending his tenure with the team.
Ghiroli: The Lerners made one big move. Don’t expect Nationals owners to make another
nytimes.com/athletic/6483980/2025/07/10/washington-nationals-lerners-team-sale/
The three longest active RBI streaks in MLB all belong to @Red Sox hitters 💪
8 - Romy Gonzalez
6 - Wilyer Abreu
5 - Ceddanne Rafaela
Max Scherzer’s looking at the bigger picture when it comes to the Blue Jays’ recent success 🙌
(h/t Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi)
There is no one like Lionel Messi. 🐐
Lee Elia, former major league manager remembered for profane rant, dies at 87: Elia spent a half-century in professional baseball as a player, coach and scout ...
nytimes.com/athletic/6486807/2025/07/10/lee-elia-obituary-cubs-phillies/
Tigers bat boy Frankie Boyd headed to MLB All-Star Game: The Detroit Tigers will be sending a fifth team representative to the MLB All-Star Game next week in ...
detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2025/07/09/tigers-bat-boy-frankie-boyd-headed-to-mlb-all-star-game/84509839007/

Jazz Chisholm Jr. at home this year (33 games) 🏟️
.317 AVG
13 HR
32 RBI
1.077 OPS
Mike Trout's career HR total climbed to 394 after a pair of moonshots in last night's win 👏


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If Alex Bregman is unable to come to terms on an extension with the Red Sox, he could be traded to the Mariners, Tigers or Brewers, @JimBowdenGM writes ... Show more
Phillies Reportedly Targeting Controllable Relievers Phillies Reportedly Targeting Controllable Relievers
The Blue Jays win streak comes to an end with a loss against the White Sox
They'll be back in action against the Athletics on Friday


MLB to use ABS challenge system during All-Star Game in Atlanta - ESPN: Major League Baseball will use the automated ball-strike system (ABS) during next week's ...
espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/45701011/mlb-use-abs-challenge-system-all-star-game-atlanta

Ethan Holliday could go No. 1 in the MLB Draft. It would be a pick 4 generations in the making
nytimes.com/athletic/6484375/2025/07/10/ethan-jackson-matt-holliday-mlb-draft-oklahoma-state/
Sources: Braves signal commitment to core amid mounting trade deadline pressure: While almost every contending team is searching for starting pitching at the ...
fansided.com/mlb/sources-braves-signal-commitment-to-core-amid-mounting-trade-deadline-pressure-01jztvzw0dng

Pete Crow-Armstrong's 2-homer game headlines a decisive Cubs win in Minnesota.
U.S. imposes sanctions on U.N. official investigating Israel over Gaza: Francesca Albanese, a lawyer and independent U.N. official for human rights in Gaza and ...
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Key FactsUN Rapporteur Faces US Sanctions over Gaza Report
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: middleeasteye.net
- UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese remains resolute after US sanctions targeting her critical report on Israel's Gaza policies.
- Her June 30 report identified more than 60 companies, including major US tech firms, as complicit in an economy of genocide.
- The US accuses Albanese of illegitimate efforts to prompt the ICC to act against Israeli and American officials.
- UN officials including Secretary-General Guterres and rights chief Turk condemn the sanctions and call for their reversal.
There are 193 members of the United Nations, and we are called the United Nations, not the United States.— Francesca Albanese comments on the US sanctions and emphasizes the independence of the United Nations.
Nationals Sign Francisco Mejia To Minor League Deal Nationals Sign Francisco Mejia To Minor League Deal
OTD in 2001, A-Rod swapped positions with Cal Ripken Jr., letting the “Iron Man” play shortstop one final time in his last All-Star Game.


MLB mock draft 2025: Who's going No. 1? Final breakdown of top prospects: USA TODAY Sports fires some darts one last time with a final MLB mock draft before the ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/draft/2025/07/10/mlb-mock-draft-2025-top-prospects/84522437007/

Yankees Prioritizing Pitching, Also Searching For Infield Help Yankees Prioritizing Pitching, Searching For Infield Help
"I think Zac Gallen and the Yankees would be a really good fit if the D-backs ultimately decide to potentially move..."
- Jon Morosi on #MLBCentral


The Dodgers have been swept in back-to-back series
The Arizona Diamondbacks are aura farming 😂


Why Cal Raleigh has a shot at baseball's 'true' home run record: Cal Raleigh and Aaron Judge are putting on a show similar to what Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa ...
seattletimes.com/sports/mariners/cal-raleigh-vs-aaron-judge-the-race-for-mlbs-clean-home-run-record-is-on/

What we learned about Blue Jays during 10-game win streak: Over their 10-game win streak, the Blue Jays repositioned themselves atop the AL East thanks to some ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/what-we-learned-about-blue-jays-during-10-game-win-streak/
At the launch of Grok 4, the xAI presenters prompted the chatbot to predict the World Series. The AI said the Dodgers had a 21.6% chance of winning ... Show more
Lee Elia, manager of Cubs and Phillies, dies at 87 - ESPN: Lee Elia, who managed the Cubs and Phillies in a pro baseball career that lasted more than 50 years as ...
espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/45711822/lee-elia-manager-cubs-phillies-dies-87

Aaron Judge Has Already Surpassed Impressive Mickey Mantle Single-Season Record: With 70 games to go, Judge, striking fear into opposing pitchers more than any ...
si.com/mlb/aaron-judge-already-surpassed-impressive-mickey-mantle-single-season-record

David Peterson has been added to the National League All-Star team 💪
He replaces Robbie Ray on the NL's active roster.
PCA has joined some elite company 💪
Athletics infielder Jacob Wilson looking like clear rookie of the year: USA TODAY Sports' Steve Gardner breaks down the top rookie performances in the first half ...
usatoday.com/videos/sports/mlb/sportspulse/2025/07/10/athletics-infielder-jacob-smith-looking-like-clear-rookie-of-the-year/84530966007/

Isaac Paredes is an All-Star for the second straight year!
He replaces José Ramírez on the AL’s active roster.
The Orioles secure the win in Game 1 of the doubleheader with a pinch-hit go-ahead homer from Gunnar Henderson.
HR No. 2 for Ronald Acuña Jr. tonight 💥
🎥 @MLB https://twitter.com/MLB/status/1943142816344928392/video/1


What is the most recognizable feature at an MLB ballpark? Here’s our 10 most iconic.
The winner of the 2025 Home Run Derby will receive this chain! 💎
📸: MLB
"I thought what an experience for Miz."
Brewers manager Pat Murphy talks about the decision to give Jacob Misiorowski a chance to escape the ... Show more


Let's dive into Alex Cora and his "complaint box" 📥
The Boston Red Sox have won six straight and their bats are on fire!


MLB Draft 2025: Names to know beyond the top 100 prospects: Scouting notes on 50 prospects who didn’t make the top 100 but could still hear their names called on ...
nytimes.com/athletic/6467377/2025/07/10/mlb-draft-2025-beyond-top-100-prospects/
The Yankees have scored 25 runs over their 3-game win streak!
The Braves crush 5 homers to even the series.
Mike Trout goes deep twice, Jorge Soler hits a clutch homer in the 8th to secure an Angels win!
Pete Crow-Armstrong is just the THIRD player in MLB history to reach this milestone before the All-Star Break 👏
Facing Jacob Misiorowski is an absolute nightmare for hitters! 👻
DeRo takes a look at the fireballer from a hitter's POV and dives into some matchups from his ... Show more


466 FEET!
Absolutely crushed by Jac Caglianone 🤯


Taking you out to Minneapolis next as Seiya Suzuki and the Cubs take on Carlos Correa and the Twins at 1pm ET on MLB Network!
(or NYM at BAL)
Same, Jamie 🤩
📺: Coverage of today’s Blue Jays vs. White Sox game begins at 1:30pm ET on Sportsnet
The best thing you’ll see today 🥹 (via Seattle Mariners)


Biden’s Former Doctor, Kevin O’Connor, Refuses Questions in GOP Health Inquiry: Kevin O’Connor cited both physician-patient privilege and his Fifth Amendment ...
nytimes.com/2025/07/09/us/politics/kevin-oconnor-biden-doctor.html

"My only goal that I have is to win a World Series... If a lot of guys are down, I can be up."
Chris Bassitt says he's willing to pitch again before ... Show more


Welcome to Mets Corner on the @ZachLowe_NBA Show!
Zach tells @SeanFennessey about the time he might’ve ruined Aaron Boone’s son’s graduation with a Mets-Yankees joke during ... Show more


Long homers by Salvador Perez (2) and Jac Caglianone help the Royals complete the sweep!