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Historic swing-off and robot umpires: How the 2025 MLB All-Star Game played out in Atlanta

Kyle Schwarber went three for three in the first All-Star Game home run swing-off as the National League (NL) won the game on a tiebreaker following a 6-6 tie, in which the American League (AL) rallied from a six-run deficit on Tuesday night.

MLB, union could let players in 2028 Olympics during extended all-star break

Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred and players' union head Tony Clark say plans are moving ahead exploring the possibility of using major leaguers in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, a tournament that could be played on an extended all-star break.

Cal Raleigh becomes 1st catcher, switch-hitter to win MLB's Home Run Derby

Cal Raleigh approached the All-Star Home Run Derby in Atlanta like a day on the lawn. Dad was on the mound and baby brother was behind the plate. Only this time, there were tens of thousands looking on at Truist Park and a $1 million US prize.

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to hit 5th for AL in Tuesday's MLB all-star game in Atlanta

First baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is set to represent the Toronto Blue Jays at his fifth MLB all-star game on Tuesday, hitting fifth in the American League lineup in Atlanta, while catcher Alejandro Kirk will be a reserve player.

Palmer inspires underdog Chelsea past European champion Paris Saint-Germain to win Club World Cup

Cole Palmer scored twice and fed Joao Pedro for a goal as Chelsea overwhelmed Paris Saint-Germain in the first half and beat the European champions 3-0 on Sunday in the final of the first expanded Club World Cup.

European champion PSG drubs Real Madrid, setting up Club World Cup final with Chelsea

Fabian Ruiz scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain built a three-goal lead in the first 24 minutes and routed Real Madrid 4-0 on Wednesday, advancing to the Club World Cup final against Chelsea.

Canada coach Jesse Marsch understands why some fans may not want to travel to US for Gold Cup

Canada coach Jesse Marsch understands some of his team's supporters might not want to travel to the CONCACAF Gold Cup for fear of difficulty at the U.S. border.

MLB reinstates Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson, making them eligible for Hall of Fame

Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson were reinstated by baseball commissioner Rob Manfred on Tuesday, making both eligible for the sport's Hall of Fame after their careers were tarnished by sports gambling scandals.

Mets finalize Pete Alonso deal and re-sign injured reliever Drew Smith

Pete Alonso and the New York Mets finalized their $54 million US, two-year contract on Wednesday as spring training opened in Florida with the team's first formal workout for pitchers and catchers.

Free agent Alex Bregman joins Red Sox on 3-year, $120M US deal

Alex Bregman and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a three-year contract worth $120 million US.