Ex-MLB commissioner Fay Vincent dies at 86 after battling cancer
Vincent had undergone radiation and chemotherapy for bladder cancer and he asked that treatment be stopped.
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Ex-interpreter caught impersonating Ohtani in recording, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors say a nearly four-minute audio recording allegedly captured Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter Ippei Mizuhara impersonating the baseball star on a call with a bank as he attempted to transfer $200,000.
Bob Uecker, Brewers announcer known as "Mr. Baseball," dies at age 90
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Oakland Athletics legend Rickey Henderson dies at 65
Rickey Henderson, one of the greatest players to don an Oakland Athletics jersey, and a Major League Baseball Hall of Famer, has died at age 65. Nicknamed "The Man of Steal," Henderson played 25 seasons and is the league's all-time leader in stolen bases.
Yankees' Juan Soto leaves team for Mets
Baseball fans are still processing the bombshell news that slugger Juan Soto is leaving the New York Yankees for their crosstown rival, the Mets. His new contract, reportedly for $765 million dollars over 15 years, is the biggest in any professional sport in the U.S.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
Shohei Ohtani seeks $325,000 worth of baseball cards, signed collectibles from his ex-interpreter
Baseball star Shohei Ohtani wants his ex-interpreter Ippei Mizuhara to hand over hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of baseball cards he says were fraudulently bought using his money.
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge easily wins second AL MVP Award
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
Ohtani's historic 50-50 ball sells at auction for nearly $4.4M amid ongoing dispute over ownership
Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball has sold at auction for nearly $4.4 million, a record high price not just for a baseball, but for any ball in any sport.
World Series' rematch 43 years in the making
The New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off in their 12th World Series for a rematch 43 years in the making. Dana Jacobson and Carter Evans teamed up to set the stage for this big city showdown.
How "Tommy John surgery" changed our national pastime
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Pete Rose still hopes for baseball's forgiveness
The former star known as "Charlie Hustle" - banned for life for gambling - says he believes his record-breaking career will trump his mistakes.
Pete Rose, MLB legend who was banned for gambling, dies at 83
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
White Sox set record for most losses in a season
The Chicago White Sox on Friday set a Major League Baseball record when they recorded their 121st loss of the season, the most in modern baseball history.
White Sox set MLB record with 121st loss of the season
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
4 MLB wild card spots up for grabs
The Yankees, Guardians, Phillies and Dodgers punched their tickets to the post season in their respective leagues while two wild card spots remain up for grabs heading into the final weekend of the regular season. CBS Sports MLB writer Matt Snyder breaks it all down.
Dick Moss, lawyer behind free agency for baseball players, dies at 93
The Major League Baseball Players Association says Dick Moss, who revolutionized pay for professional athletes, has died at the age of 93 in California.
Ohtani first MLB player to hit 50 homers, steal 50 bases in a season
Shohei Ohtani becomes first player in major league history to hit 50 homers and steal 50 bases in a season.
MLB teams come together in remembering Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau
MLB teams were quick to honor the late Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau after they were struck and killed while riding bicycles in New Jersey.
Jarren Duran suspended two games after calling fan homphobic slur
Jarren Duran has been suspended for two games and fined an undisclosed amount by the Boston Red Sox for calling a fan a homophobic slur.
How to watch the 2024 MLB All-Star Game tonight
Find out how and when to watch the 2024 MLB All-Star Game tonight, even if you don't have cable.
How to watch the MLB Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is on tonight. Find out how to watch Pete Alonso and Alec Bohm even if you don't have cable.
Exploring baseball's mass appeal
"CBS Mornings" co-hosts Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson explore baseball's mass appeal that has captivated Americans for generations, sharing personal stories and experiences at Citi Field with the New York Mets coaches.
Orlando Cepeda, Hall of Fame Giants slugger, dies at 86
Orlando Cepeda, the slugging Hall of Fame first baseman and Giants great nicknamed "Baby Bull," has died at 86.
Giants, Cardinals to play at Rickwood Field
Major League Baseball is holding a tribute Thursday night to one of America's most historic ballparks, Rickwood Field, where the Negro Leagues' Birmingham Black Barons hosted some of the 20th century's most iconic talents. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has the details.
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