Suspended 80 games for using PEDs, San Diego’s star shortstop, Fernando Tatis Jr., won’t play a big-league game in 2022.
Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY
‘I’m still going to retire’: Albert Pujols making charge at 700 home runs in final days of career
Albert Pujols insists this is his final season, even if he falls short of 700 career home runs. He’s been on a tear, though, so don’t bet against him.
MLB playoff races suddenly chaotic as Yankees, Padres struggle to win, Dodgers can’t stay healthy
Wasn’t that long ago we were in awe of the Padres’ bold moves and the Yankees’ dominance. A lot has changed as we get ready for MLB’s stretch run.
Chris Woodward the latest MLB manager fired, but many more are on hot seat
Chris Woodward wasn’t totally to blame in Texas, but struggling teams often feel change is needed. Here are eight other managers who may be in danger.
Nightengale’s Notebook: No, the Angels weren’t trading Shohei Ohtani. A post-MLB trade deadline Q&A.
Blockbuster deal shook up the balance of power in the NL, while some of the biggest MLB trade rumors failed to materialize.
Vin Scully may be gone, but I’ll cherish those memories (and voicemail) forever | Opinion
If you knew Vin, if you even met Vin, if you just listened to Vin, you loved Vin. Bob Nightengale reflects on the life of the legendary broadcaster.
MLB trade deadline winners and losers: Padres make a super-team, Cubs bafflingly hold players
The Padres landed two of the game’s top players in Juan Soto and Josh Hader, while the Yankees solidified their rotation and bullpen.
All in: Juan Soto trade has Padres on top of the world at the MLB trade deadline
San Diego is adding one of the best hitters in baseball to a lineup that already features two $300 million players.
New York Yankees are making it clear at MLB trade deadline: World Series or bust | Opinion
After Monday’s unreal trade haul, the New York Yankees feel a lot more comfortable about their quest to win their first World Series since 2009.
Padres land Josh Hader; Brewers believe they can still win without All-Star closer
The Brewers believe their trade will not only permit them to stay atop NL Central, but remain a contender for the next several years with their haul.