Major League Baseball

'New York, New York' to play only after Yanks win

The Yankees will play Frank Sinatra's version of the "Theme From New York, New York" only after home wins instead of all games in the Bronx, going back to the original custom set by owner George Steinbrenner in 1980.

Mets' Manaea strains oblique, likely to start on IL

Mets No. 2 starter Sean Manaea will likely start the season on the injured list after the right-hander was shut down for a few weeks due to a right oblique strain.

Bregman homers in spring debut for Red Sox

Alex Bregman hit a two-run homer in his spring training debut with the Red Sox, launching a drive over the left-field wall.

A-Rod sinks half-court shot, wins $10K for fan

Former Major League Baseball star Alex Rodriguez showed his skill on the hardwood Sunday, making a half-court shot to win a Bucknell student $10,000.

Brewers sign OF Margot to minor league deal

Manuel Margot has signed a minor league deal with Milwaukee that includes an invitation to major league camp, giving the Brewers some more outfield depth as they deal with an injury to Blake Perkins.

Rangers add Pillar, lose prospect Rosario (elbow)

Outfielder Kevin Pillar is putting off retirement, signing a minor league deal with the Rangers. Also Sunday, the team said pitching prospect Alejandro Rosario has an elbow injury and likely will miss the 2025 season.

Way-Too-Early All-Star predictions

Who could be representing both squads in Atlanta this summer? We make our (very) early roster picks.