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The players we can't wait to see in the MLB Futures Game

The brightest stars in the minors take the field today. Here's who Kiley McDaniel is watching most closely.

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MLB HOME RUN DERBY

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Test your knowledge: Home Run Derby Challenge

MLB's Midsummer Classic returns on July 15 -- and so does the Home Run Derby! Are you ready to test your Derby knowledge? Take the ultimate quiz!

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The field is set! Who's the slugger to beat?

The game's hottest hitters who will be swinging for the fences in Arlington have been unveiled.

DRAFT DISCUSSION

SUNDAY-TUESDAY

Why the best player(s) in this MLB draft might not be taken No. 1 overall

There are stars at the top of this draft class -- but MLB's unique bonus rules might lead to Cleveland going a different direction on Sunday night.

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2024 MLB mock draft 3.0: Predictions for all 30 first-round picks

The MLB draft starts Sunday! And this year, the intrigue begins with the No. 1 pick.

ALL-STAR SELECTIONS SET

Biggest snubs and takeaways: 2024 MLB All-Star rosters analysis

While some of the sport's biggest names are headed to Arlington, Texas, a number of deserving stars will be watching the festivities from home.

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Carlos Mendoza gets ejected for first time as Mets manager

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PITTSBURGH'S ROOKIE SENSATION

SKENES CONTINUES ROAD DOMINANCE

Where Paul Skenes' MLB career start ranks among the best of all time by a starting pitcher

Seven innings of no-hit ball is just the latest feat by the Pirates' pitching phenom.

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Paul Skenes on being named NL All-Star starter: 'It's surreal'

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AROUND THE DIAMOND

TRADE DEADLINE: JULY 30

Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break

While the pause in game play might be a welcome reset for some clubs, those riding hot streaks will hope to continue that momentum into the second half.

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First-half grades for all 30 MLB teams: From a handful of A's to an F-

From the Phillies' dominant first half to the White Sox's abysmal start, we look at every club's performance.

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