Players call MLB economic proposal 'extremely disappointing'
A rookie at the major league minimum would keep about 47% of his original salary this year while multimillionaire stars Mike Trout and Gerrit Cole would lose more than 77% under a sliding-scale proposal by big league teams that players found “extremely disappointing.”
Tampa Bay Rays to hold workout at Tropicana Field
In another step back to baseball, the Rays have decided to reopen Tropicana Field to players, starting MOnday.
New MLB rules: shower at home, don’t spit, and mascots are banned
Major League Baseball will look somewhat like high school ball this year under protocols to deal with the new coronavirus, with showers at ballparks discouraged and players possibly arriving in uniform, like they did when they were teenagers.
Blake Snell: Pay cut is not worth the 'risk' of playing
As Major League Baseball looks to start back up, a brewing storm over payer play could wash everything out before the games even get started.
Bay Area cities thrilled by governor's pitch to host sports leagues
The mayor of Dunedin confirmed to FOX 13 the city has already been in talks to bring the Blue Jays to TD Ballpark if baseball starts the regular season July 4.
Tampa native Pete Alonso powers up foundation to help everyday heroes
After rounding the bases 53 times during his rookie season with the New York Mets, Pete Alonso realized that he's one of the lucky few to get recognition from a stadium full of people.
St. Pete mayor on board with MLB plan, as long as health isn't at risk
Major League Baseball could open its season on July 4, but without fans in the stands. Owners reportedly agreed on a plan to play 82 games in empty stadiums. Games would largely be against division rivals.
AP source: MLB owners approve plan to start season in July
Major League Baseball operations had been previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was unclear when, and if, gameplay would resume in 2020.
Fans of the Tampa Bay Rays get a much-needed boost with 'Mental Health Mondays'
In these uncertain times, it's understandable to have a hard time wrapping your head around the new normal.
Rays plan furloughs of some full-time employees: AP source
The Tampa Bay Rays are the first Major League Baseball team known to plan furloughs of some full-time employees because of the coronavirus pandemic, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press.
Baseball Hall of Fame cancels induction ceremony due to coronavirus
Derek Jeter, Larry Walker and the rest of this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame class will have to wait another year for their big moment at Cooperstown.
Rays pitching coach says team staying busy; some embracing musical side
The first month of the regular season in Major League Baseball has been lost to closures and cancellations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Major League Baseball employees will participate in 10,000-person COVID-19 study
Researchers have partnered with Major League Baseball employees in a 10,000-person study aimed at further understanding the rate of infection of the novel coronavirus in the United States.
New York Yankees co-owner, Hank Steinbrenner, dead at 63 from 'longstanding health issue'
Hank Steinbrenner, a co-owner of the New York Yankees, has passed away after battling a "longstanding" illness, the team announced Tuesday.
MLB discussing playing all games in Phoenix, Arizona amid coronavirus
Arizona’s advantage is 10 spring training ballparks plus the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Chase Field all within about 50 miles. Florida’s spring training ballparks are spread by as much as 220 miles.
Lightning, Rays donate to help those hit hardest by COVID-19 job losses
In normal times, Tampa Bay Lighting advertisements would be telling fans to Be The Thunder, but these aren’t normal times.
MLB jerseys will be used to make masks, hospital gowns for healthcare workers
The same fabric used for MLB baseball jerseys will be used for something entirely different.
Major League Baseball trainer trying to keep pro clients ready
The weights sit idle and baseballs are gathering dust at Kinetic Pro Performance in Tampa, a training studio owned by Casey Mulholland’s business. The former USF and Dodger pitcher strategizes on how to keep his clients ready to play ball.
Rays' Kevin Kiermaier feeling cabin fever over coronavirus shutdown
Major League Baseball’s season is on hold due to the coronavirus, so the Tampa Bay Rays have sent their players and coaches home to be with their families.
Here are the major pro sporting events that have been postponed, delayed or canceled due to coronavirus
The announcements come a day after the NBA announced it would be suspending its season.