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Jacob Misiorowski, a baseball pitcher, in the motion of throwing a fastball at record-breaking speed on a professional baseball mound.
The Business

Jacob Misiorowski sets new MLB velocity record for starters

On Saturday night, Jacob Misiorowski threw a 103.

Priya Singh·June 9, 2026
Cristopher Sánchez on the pitcher's mound as his historic 50.2-inning scoreless streak is broken by an RBI single.
The Game

Cristopher Sánchez's 50 2/3-inning scoreless streak ends

Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak concluded on Wednesday night after spanning 50 2/3 innings.

Priya Singh·June 5, 2026
Jo Adell reacts in disbelief as a baseball bounces off his head and over the outfield fence for a home run during a game.
The Game

Jo Adell's fielding experience analyzed after head-bouncing homer

A fly ball hit Jo Adell in the head and bounced over the fence for a solo home run, a bizarre misfortune encapsulating his unpredictable outfield career.

Yara Haddad·June 4, 2026
Passionate baseball fans engrossed in a realistic baseball simulator video game, showcasing the deep fanaticism these digital platforms cultivate.
The Past

Baseball simulator games foster deep fanaticism

Many baseball fans are now discovering and admiring athletes they have never seen play a single real-life game, all thanks to immersive baseball simulator games.

Yara Haddad·June 1, 2026
Fernando Tatis Jr. swings powerfully, connecting with a baseball that soars into the night sky, ending a long home run drought.
The Culture

Fernando Tatis Jr. blasts 451-foot home run after drought

After 55 games and 238 plate appearances without a single home run, Fernando Tatis Jr.

Yara Haddad·June 1, 2026