The Athletic
How MLB’s Top 100 position players stack up, from Juan Soto to Shohei Ohtani
We separated the best 100 non-pitchers into different levels to see who reigns supreme.
Wed, Apr 9
- MLB
Ranking 11 recent MLB extensions: Which teams did the best deals? Who overpaid?
With so many deals this spring, I decided to rank 11 extensions from the club perspective — the best contracts to the riskiest ones.
Tue, Apr 8
- MLB
MLB Power Rankings: Braves with a big drop; How about that NL West?
For this week's rankings, we look at one name that’s having an outsized impact on either present performance or our future expectations.
Mon, Apr 7
- MLB
Three takeaways from MLB’s wave of extensions: How Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reached $500 million
Ketel Marte, Jackson Merrill and Kristian Campbell also signed long-term extensions to stay with their current club.
Fri, Apr 4
- MLB
Five MLB numbers that matter, even in the first week of the season
Let's dive into some of the stats that can already tell us something about players who could be on their way to big years.
Thu, Apr 3
- MLB
The 6-man rotation seems like it should fit this moment. Why does it never catch on?
The six-man rotation seems attractive on paper.
Wed, Apr 2
- MLB
Diamondbacks, Ketel Marte reach 6-year, $116.5 million extension: Reports
Marte’s extension is the latest in a line of recent moves indicating the Diamondbacks aren't willing to roll over in the NL West.
- MLB
Corbin Burnes, the $210-million ace, vs. the Yankees’ torpedoes: For now, call it a draw?
One of the best pitchers in baseball put up a mediocre result against the Yankees, but it would be hard to say it was due to torpedo bats.
- MLB
Padres, Diamondbacks expected to play regular-season series in Mexico City in 2026
Mexico has been the most frequent locale for the so-called MLB World Tour.
Teams:Diamondbacks
Padres
