MLB power rankings ahead of Division Series
Eight teams remain in the MLB postseason. CBS Sports baseball writer Matt Snyder joins to discuss who might make it to the World Series.
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MLB exec on regional TV, rules, postseason
A year of new rules and uncertainty over team broadcasts came to a close Sunday, as Major League Baseball closed the book on the 2023 regular season. Morgan Sword, executive vice president of baseball operations for MLB, joined CBS News to discuss the season and what kind of October magic to expect in the playoffs.
Why a baseball team brought a master sommelier on board
The San Francisco Giants play smack in the middle of California's wine country - so having a master sommelier coordinate wines sold at the stadium only made sense.
MLB teams make final playoff push
Major League Baseball is entering its final weekend as multiple playoff spots remain up for grabs. CBS Sports baseball writer Matt Snyder joins to discuss his postseason picks.
2-time AL MVP Juan González, one of baseball's best sluggers in the '90s, honored by Texas Rangers
One of baseball's best sluggers in the 1990s, González is still the Texas career leader.
Joe Posnanski's book "Why We Love Baseball"
Joe Posnanski is a New York Times bestselling author and has served as a senior writer for "The Athletic," "MLB" and "Sports Illustrated." He joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look at his new book that counts down 50 of the most memorable moments in baseball's history.
Only girl at Little League World series gets a hit and scores
The 12-year-old is just the 22nd girl to play in the tournament's history.
Dodgers fan follows through on promise to name daughter after Mookie Betts
"I can't wait to meet Francesca. That's going to be my girl," Betts said in a video posted to social media.
Former baseball pro, little leaguer reunited
In 1962, little leaguer Merl Ledford got to learn pitching tips from Zach Monroe, who would go on to win the World Series with the Yankees in 1958. The now 92-year-old former pro and Ledford recently reunited. Kris Van Cleave shares their story.
MLB trade deadline hours away
Baseball's trade deadline is Aug. 1 at 6 p.m. ET and most eyes are on the disappointing New York Mets as they strip down their roster after starting the season as a trendy World Series pick. Just one game ahead of them in the Wild Card standings are the San Diego Padres who have decided to be buyers and make another run at the postseason. CBS Sports writer Matt Snyder has the latest on all the deals around the majors.
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New documentary explores history and legacy of baseball's Negro leagues
Notable Negro league owners, managers and players who never made it into the history books of Major League Baseball are a major part of a new documentary called "The League."
Minor League pitcher and baseball fan reunite
In the 1960s, baseball fan Merl Ledford received a few pitching lessons from minor league player Zach Monroe. Decades later, Ledford says that the lessons Monroe taught helped him to lead a successful life. After mailing a letter to the MLB, he was able to meet the man who influenced him so long ago. Kris Van Cleave has the story.
Little Leaguer inspired by baseball star reunites with mentor
Merl Ledford had a few training sessions with pitcher Zach Monroe in 1962. He learned about more than just baseball, and the lessons stayed with him.
New film examines legacy of Black baseball players
A new documentary is exploring the history of baseball's "Negro leagues," where Black players competed until about 1948. "The League" opened at the Tribeca Film Festival on Monday and uses newly discovered archival footage and interviews. Director Sam Pollard joined CBS News to discuss the project.
A change in baseball hits home
The Baltimore Orioles recently pushed their left field wall back about 30 feet, retroactively robbing "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil of a homerun hit he hit there in high school. Dokoupil revisits the stadium to understand the changing rules of baseball and once again steps into the batter's box after 25 years.
2 hurt in explosion at California minor league baseball stadium
The stadium is home to the Single-A Lake Elsinore Storm, an affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
How climate change is impacting baseball
A study published in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society says the lower air density brought on by climate change is making it easier to hit a home run. Christopher Callahan, one of the authors of the study and a PhD candidate in climate science at Dartmouth College, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the findings and what it tells us about the overall impacts of climate change.
6-year-old cartwheels to first base
A 6-year-old New Jersey girl named Mattea added some flair to her T-ball game. She got a hit, and did a cartwheel on her way to first base.
Oakland A's planning to move to Las Vegas
The Oakland A's have signed an agreement to purchase land in Las Vegas, where they plan to build a new stadium, team president Dave Kaval said. The A's are hoping to make the move by 2027.
Baseball "Hall of Dreams" opens in Iowa
Ever since the 1989 movie "Field of Dreams," the town of Dyersville, Iowa, has had a special connection with baseball. Dwier Brown played John Kinsella in the classic film and has opened a museum in Dyersville celebrating the national pastime. He joins CBS News to share some of the highlights.
MLB debuts new rules on opening day
As Major League Baseball begins a new season, fans will see the league's highly anticipated rule changes, which include a pitch timer, a ban on infield shifts and larger bases. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBS News from Dodger Stadium to discuss.
Aaron Judge hits home run on opening day
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge broke the single-season American League home run record with 62 in 2022, and the Yankees slugger hit a home run in his first at-bat Thursday to start the new season. CBS New York sportscaster Steve Overmyer joined CBS News to discuss that and the expectations surrounding rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe.
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Major League Baseball season: 2023 preview
For the first time in 1968, all 30 MLB teams are set to play on opening day. CBS Sports analyst and former MLB General Manager Jim Bowden joined CBS News to discuss how players are prepared for the new rule changes and the biggest stories to watch for this season.
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