Players Like Altuve & Betts Bringing Compact Pop To MLB
In the past, shorter baseball players would have been given nicknames like "Pee Wee" and coached to speed out base hits. Now, big sluggers can be found in in tiny packages.
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In the past, shorter baseball players would have been given nicknames like "Pee Wee" and coached to speed out base hits. Now, big sluggers can be found in in tiny packages.
On the night of the MLB All-Star Game, Manny Machado will proudly represent the Orioles. But it just might be his final appearance in a Baltimore uniform.
With an exceptional display of power and clutch hitting, Bryce Harper of the Nationals rallied in the final round, connecting on pitches from his father to beat Kyle Schwarber of the Cubs.
Different defensive alignments has become part of the game in the MLB. So, there's no telling where fans will see fielders in the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night.
Nationals slugger Bryce Harper will take on Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman in the first round of the Home Run Derby on Monday night.
Brewers first baseman Jesus Aguilar and Mariners shortstop Jean Segura won the final two roster spots for next week's MLB All-Star Game in Washington.
Giants catcher Buster Posey will miss the MLB All-Star Game because of a lingering right hip issue.
The home run derby was incredible. It has always been, without question, my favorite of the All-Star skills challenges. Way better than anything the other sports have to offer.
Cano homered off Cubs closer Wade Davis leading off the 10th inning and the AL beat the National League 2-1 Tuesday night for its fifth straight victory in a game dominated by this era's flame-throwers, rather than its standout sluggers.
The American League can pull even in Tuesday's All-Star Game.
Indians bench coach Brad Mills will manage the American League team as a replacement for Indians manager Terry Francona, who is recovering from a procedure last week to correct an irregular heartbeat.
The New York Yankees slugger beat Minnesota's Miguel Sano 11-10 with two minutes to spare in the final Monday night, reaching 513 feet and displaying remarkable power to all fields.
Red Sox ace Chris Sale will be the starting pitcher at Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game for the American League, while Washington's Max Scherzer will open for the National League.
Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner and Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas have been elected to the MLB All-Star Game in online voting for the final initial roster spots.
We'll soon find out how the 2017 MLB All-Star Game stacks up in the history books but, before that, let's take a look at some of the most memorable moments in the game's storied history.
Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen is blaming his own fans for not turning out the All-Star vote for his teammates.
The All-Star rosters were released Sunday by the MLB, and they include Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish who makes his fourth appearance.
A person familiar with the decision said Thursday that the Indians will host the 2019 MLB All-Star Game at Progressive Field. The team will hold a news conference on Friday to formally announce the event.
The league that wins baseball's All-Star Game no longer will get home-field advantage in the World Series, which instead will go to the pennant winner with the better regular-season record.
Kansas City's Eric Hosmer homered and drove in two runs as the American League won its fourth consecutive All-Star Game, beating the National League 4-2 Tuesday night.
Giancarlo Stanton of the Miami Marlins has won the All-Star Home Run Derby with an impressive display of power that bested defending champion Todd Frazier of the Chicago White Sox.
Chris Sale of the White Sox will start for the American League in Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game in San Diego, and Johnny Cueto of the Giants will be the starter for the National League.
Despite having the best record in the American League, only two Rangers players will head to next week's MLB All-Star Game. Cole Hamels will join the AL pitching staff while Ian Desmond will head to San Diego as a reserve player.
Whether good or bad, these All-Star Game moments were certainly memorable.
Dodgers right-hander Zack Greinke will start for the National League in Tuesday night's All-Star Game and Astros lefty Dallas Keuchel will be on the mound for the American League.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
CBS News Texas Chopper 11 shows several law enforcement agencies in the area of I-35 and Chisom Road, and a charred suspect vehicle.
Both conservative and liberal voices expressed alarm over the post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game.
According to the Fort Worth Police Department, officers were called to a major accident near the 1500 block of Heritage Trace.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
CBS News Texas Chopper 11 shows several law enforcement agencies in the area of I-35 and Chisom Road, and a charred suspect vehicle.
Both conservative and liberal voices expressed alarm over the post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game.
According to the Fort Worth Police Department, officers were called to a major accident near the 1500 block of Heritage Trace.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
Both conservative and liberal voices expressed alarm over the post, which showed a photo of UT Austin students at a recent football game.
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are in a tight battle in the Texas Senate Race that is drawing attention nationwide. Eye on Politics Reporter Jack Fink chats with CBS Politics Reporter Ed O'Keefe about the race.
A U.S. enforcement push, dubbed "Heartland fraud surge," probed losses involving the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
Some House Democrats are calling on Speaker Mike Johnson to delay the congressional recess expected at the end of the week until lawmakers pass AI safeguards.
Civilians were killed and injured overnight into Sunday as both Russia and Ukraine kept up large-scale drone strikes.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Despite the final score, this one wasn't easy; the Americans faced their biggest deficit in the tournament in a long time.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
