WORLD SERIES

Freddie Freeman wasn't prepared for the flood of feelings that came in his anticipated return to Atlanta as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Freddie Freeman is sure to get a huge ovation when he returns to Truist Park for the first time since helping lead the Atlanta Braves to the World Series championship.

An investment group led by former Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow has bought Spanish soccer club Leganés.

Ole Miss baseball and Arkansas fans are rallying in a wild Jell-O shot challenge at Rocco's Pizza and Cantina near the 2022 College World Series.

In November 2017, after the Houston Astros won the World Series, there was a big parade in downtown Houston.

It appears the 2017 Houston Astros World Series commemorative banner is missing from the plaza right outside Minute Maid Park.

Washington is on pace to become only the fourth team in MLB history to finish below .500 in its first three seasons after winning a championship.

Jake Arrieta, a key pitcher on the Chicago Cubs' 2016 World Series championship team, has decided to retire. Arrieta made the announcement during a Barstool Sports podcast. The 36-year-old Arrieta went 5-14 with a 7.39 ERA in 24 starts for the Cubs and San Diego Padres last season.

After protracted negotiations between Major League Baseball's owners and players led to a 99-day lockout, baseball officially begins with new rules and new faces.

Opening Day is here and it’s time to talk Astros as the 2022 season gets rolling in Anaheim on Thursday night.

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The Astros reached the World Series for the third time in five seasons last year before falling to the Braves in six games.

MELONIE GUARDIOLA ENTERED HER SENIOR SEASON AT EISENHOWER A BATTLE-TESTED CHAMPION.

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge and five players from the World Series champion Atlanta Braves are among the players who are headed toward salary arbitration hearings that will occur during the regular season after failing to agree to contracts for 2022.

The second act of Madison Bumgarner’s career hasn’t been nearly as successful as the first.

Carlos Correa is leaving Houston for the Twins, but the love is still there for Houston. Here are six times when Houston fell in love with the baseball player during his tenure with the Astros.

Carlos Correa’s young fans are sad that he’s leaving Houston, including a little girl that went viral after the Houston Astros won the 2017 World Series.

The Miami Marlins have been seeking a big bat, and they’re hoping reigning World Series MVP Jorge Soler fits the bill.

Josh Donaldson called out new teammate Gerrit Cole last season for possible use of unauthorized grip aides but both now say they are united on bringing the New York Yankees their first World Series title since 2009. Donaldson suggested last June that Cole, the Yankees ace, had been trying to hide the use of the grip aides.

Once he determined his left elbow was totally healthy, first-time free agent Clayton Kershaw narrowed down his choice: Stay with the Los Angeles Dodgers or remain home in Texas with the Rangers.

Traded to New York by Cincinnati in November 1992, Paul O'Neill walked out to Monument Park at old Yankee Stadium. “The first thing you look is for Babe Ruth and then you see Lou Gehrig,” O'Neill recalled, “and then all of a sudden you kind of graduate to the people that you have just met in Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle and these iconic names.” On Aug. 21, O'Neill's No. 21 will be added to the greats in the Bronx, the 23rd player or manager to have his number retired by the Yankees.

Major League Baseball and its locked-out players agreed to resume negotiations Saturday after an 11-day break.

Locked out players rejected Major League Baseball’s request for a federal mediator to enter stalled labor negotiations.

Gene Clines, part of the first all-minority lineup in Major League Baseball history and a line drive-hitting outfielder for the 1971 World Series champion Pittsburgh Pirates, has died.

The 2022 Houston Astros FanFest is postponed, the team announced on Wednesday.

A full postseason share on the World Series champion Atlanta Braves totaled $397,391 from a record player pool of $90.47 million.

Gaetz pledged in July that he would send Nancy Pelosi back to the "filth of San Francisco" and nominate Trump for her role if the GOP wins a majority.

Shortly after the sport's first work stoppage in 26 years began Thursday at 12:01 a.m., MLB removed all current player photos and highlights off MLB.com. Major League Baseball said in an email to The Associated Press that “every action we are taking is at the advice of legal counsel per the National Labor Relations Act.”

The Atlanta Braves tendered a contract to slugger Adam Duvall, ensuring the National League RBI leader returns to the World Series-winning club for another season. The tendering of Duvall by the Tuesday night deadline was among a flurry of moves for the Braves, who also reached contract agreements with bench players Orlando Arcia and Guillermo Heredia. The club did not offer 2022 contracts to pitchers Richard Rodriguez and infielder Johan Camargo, making them free agents.

The Atlanta Braves have locked up manager Brian Snitker for three more seasons after he guided the team to its first World Series title since 1995.

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner said he voted for Major League Baseball’s proposal to lower the luxury tax threshold, a plan opposed by the players’ union with the sport on the brink of its first work stoppage on 26 years.

Houston Astros star Alex Bregman posted on his Instagram story Monday morning a picture from his surgery as he readies for next season.

Those who died at the festival were between 16 and 23 years old, the mayor's office said, according to The New York Times.

The Atlanta Braves were cheered by hundreds of thousands of fans in a two-stage parade celebrating the team’s first World Series championship since 1995.

Atlanta outfielder Joc Pederson and Boston infielder-outfielder Kyle Schwarber were among 10 players who became free agents when they both declined 2022 mutual options in their contracts.

The Atlanta Braves won their first World Series since 1995, and CEO Derek Schiller sees big business opportunities following the victory.

A star-studded group of celebrities, former and current MLB players, and socialites will play in the Cactus Jack Fall Classic at Minute Maid Park on Thursday.

The Atlanta Braves first World Series win in over 20 years averaged 11.7 million viewers for the six-game set against the Houston Astros.

The Atlanta Braves will give a nod to past and present with a two-part parade celebrating their first World Series title in 26 years.

Five straight winning seasons, three trips to the World Series, one title—but can the Astros keep it up if Carlos Correa leaves town?

World Series MVP Jorge Soler, Freddie Freeman and Eddie Rosario of the champion Atlanta Braves are among 160 players who became free agents as an uncertain offseason started with a lockout threat looming.

Astros pitching coach Brent Strom says he won’t return to the club next season, and that he’s contemplating retirement from baseball.

Atlanta first baseman Freddie Freeman’s future is the most pressing offseason issue facing the Braves, who beat the Astros to cap an improbable run to their first World Series title since 1995.

The 2021 Major League Baseball season is over. The Atlanta Braves are the champions, defeating the Houston Astros 7 to 0 in Game 6 in the World Series.

Fans celebrated outside the Atlanta Braves' home stadium after the Braves beat the Houston Astros 7-0 on Tuesday night in Game 6 of the World Series. The Braves won the World Series four games to two, taking their first championship since 1995. (Nov. 3)

The Braves needed six games to put away the Astros, and are now celebrating their first championship since 1995. Atlanta's Jorge Soler was named the series Most Valuable Player.

Shortly after the final out in the 2021 World Series, Randy McIlvoy shared his thoughts on the Houston Astros season and information he’s heard from a source about what the Houston Astros have offered to keep Carlos Correa on the team. Check out his Insider exclusive recording in the video player above.

After losing Gerrit Cole and George Springer in free agency the last two years, Houston now faces the distinct possibility that Carlos Correa will soon be gone, too. The star shortstop, who has been with the franchise since he was selected with the first overall draft pick in 2012, is a free agent and there’s concern the Astros won’t be able to keep him.

The Braves hammered the Houston Astros 7-0 Tuesday night.

Atlanta’s 7-0 win over Houston in Game 6 to win the World Series could mark the end of an era for the Astros.

Atlanta’s 7-0 victory over Houston in Game 6 to win the World Series could mark the end of an era for the Astros.

Carlos Correa stood on the steps of the dugout watching as Yuli Gurriel grounded out to end Game 6 of the World Series before slowly walking away and heading into Houston's clubhouse for what could be the last time. Atlanta’s 7-0 win over the Astros to win the World Series on Tuesday night could mark the end of an era in Houston. After losing Gerrit Cole and George Springer in free agency the last two years, Houston now faces the distinct possibility that Correa will soon be gone, too.

A bit player during the Chicago Cubs’ drought-smashing victory over Cleveland five years ago, Jorge Soler was voted MVP of the Atlanta Braves' six-game World Series win over the Houston Astros.

The Atlanta Braves have won their first World Series championship since 1995, hammering the Houston Astros 7-0 in Game 6.

The Houston Astros' quest for a World Series title came to a literal crushing halt, 7-0, at the hands of the Atlanta Braves.

No one wants to miss a moment of the World Series games, so follow these steps to make sure you feel good Wednesday, despite a late night cheering on the Astros.

Pregame

It was a heartfelt reunion. Fans from opposing teams brought together by one true act of kindness.Atlanta Braves fan Miles Neal says he’s so excited Houston Astros fans, David Bramlet and his daughter Addison, will get to experience game six of the World Series.

The Houston Astros return to Minute Maid Park for Game 6 of the World Series, and the organization will hold festivities prior to the start of the game.

The Astros train conductor is preparing to get fans excited during Game 6 of the World Series.

The Atlanta Braves have won their first World Series championship since 1995, hammering the Houston Astros 7-0 in Game 6.

Whether you’re at Minute Made Park or watching the ball game from home, you will see a lot of signs in the stands. Signs for both teams. If you look along the third base line, you will see a regular face-- Barbara Moon.

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Late innings means late nights in the World Series, with many fans struggling to stay awake as the Braves and Astros play baseball’s most important games of the year.

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale said he has a problem.

Joe Silvernail and Sarah Back of New Braunfels were in Atlanta representing the Astros as nothing other than astronauts! In fact, some people on social media are saying they saved the postseason.

Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker appreciates his star players.

The Houston Astros is collaborating with United Airlines to host a pep rally for passengers arriving and airport employees to Houston.

Sunday night the Astros defeated the Braves 9 to 5, forcing the World Series into Game 6 at Minute Made Park. Right now, Houston trails Atlanta by one game. Ahead of Tuesday night’s game, the series is Atlanta 3, Houston 2.

On Monday's show: The Supreme Court reviews the controversial new Texas abortion law, we get an update on the World Series, and we offer you another chance to share your Houston pet peeves.

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Atlanta now leads series 3-games-to-2 but failed to win title in front of their home crowd, as the series now heads back to Houston for at least a sixth game.

Hall of Famer Greg Maddux threw out the ceremonial first pitch for Sunday night’s Game 5 of the World Series. Maddux, wearing his Braves jersey, tipped his cap in response to an ovation from fans as he walked onto the field. Fittingly, he threw the pitch to Eddie Perez, who was often his designated catcher.

If looks could kill.

The Houston Astros have reworked their lineup for Game 5, dropping the slumping Alex Bregman from his usual third spot to seventh. Bregman is 1 for 14 in the World Series, and Houston trails Atlanta three games to one. The Astros have desperate for a big hit this week — they're hitless in their last 17 at-bats with runners in scoring position.

Months after calling for a boycott of MLB games, Mr. Trump attended one in a suite at Truist Park.

Native American groups have disapproved of the cheer since it began in 1991, with some calling it degrading and dehumanizing.

Dansby Swanson and pinch-hitter Jorge Soler hit back-to-back homers in the seventh inning, propelling the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the Houston Astros and a three games to one lead in the World Series. The Braves can wrap up the title on their home field, just as they did two stadiums ago when they beat the Cleveland Indians in 1995. Swanson’s one-out drive made it 2-all and Soler followed with a liner to left field off reliever Cristian Javier.

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Television

Scattered among throngs of Astros diehards at Minute Maid Park during games 1 and 2 of the World Series were a surprising number of people sporting Braves jerseys. Here's why.

Joshua Streit is accused of operating a website that illegally sold copyrighted content from major baseball, football, basketball and hockey leagues.

Looking calm and poised a night after overamped rotation-mate Framber Valdez was chased early, José Urquidy gave the Astros’ bats a chance to break out.

The baseball guys look at how a World Series title could impact the Hall of Fame chances for both Jose Altuve and Dusty Baker.

A broken leg, a new record and a bat man: a roundup of interesting stories that emerged from the Atlanta Braves' 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros.

If the Astros win the World Series, buyers win free mattresses—and Mattress Mack cashes the biggest winning ticket in sports-betting history.

On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest news in our weekly political roundup, and, with the Astros back in the World Series, we reflect on the early history of baseball in Houston.

Major League Baseball is about to complete its first full season of the new decade, but labor issues are once again threatening the league's future.

Houston is 2-0 in the MLB postseason with local furniture magnate Mattress Mack's "Rally Nuns" in attendance.

Joe Buck has call 23 World Series and counting. He reveals to Sports Seriously his favorite players to call and cover during the Fall Classic.

The Astros return to the World Series for the third time in five years, but this time, they'll try to shake the phantom of a 2017 scandal. It won't be easy.

Lance McCullers knew there was a “less than 1%” chance that he would be able to pitch in the World Series for the Houston Astros because of a forearm strain. “We remained hopeful," McCullers said Monday, when announcing the day before Game 1 against the Atlanta Braves that he wouldn't be on the Houston roster. After a career-high 13 wins during the regular season, when he also had a 3.16 ERA and 185 strikeouts, McCullers got hurt in the AL Division Series.

The Astros have faced every kind of taunt imaginable this year—and it has only brought the team and its city closer together.

After a career-high 13 wins during the regular season, when he also had a 3.16 ERA and 185 strikeouts, McCullers got hurt in the AL Division Series. McCullers, who was left off the AL Championship Series roster, said Monday that he and the team have known there was less than a 1% chance of him getting back for the World Series, but there was no need to write him off until they had to. Chris Conroy will be behind the plate for Tuesday night’s opener between Atlanta and Houston, one of three umpires working the World Series for the first time along with Dan Bellino and Mike Muchlinski.

The Astros will have homefield advantage, with games 1 and 2 at Minute Maid Park this week.

Officials found that the Astros were sign-stealing in 2017 and partly in 2018, but team officials say their past is firmly behind them.

Rookie Luis García showed the poise of an October ace, MVP Yordan Alvarez stayed hot at the plate and the Houston Astros earned yet another trip to the World Series, beating the Boston Red Sox 5-0 in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series.

Rookie Luis García will start for the Houston Astros against the Boston Red Sox in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series with a trip to the World Series on the line.

The right-hander left Game 4 after four innings because of forearm tightness. No announcement has been made on the severity of his injury, so there is a possibility he could return if the Astros advance to the World Series.