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Washington Nationals' Jacob Young (30) argues a called third strike with umpire Malachi Moore, left, as Nationals manager Dave Martinez, right, joins in during the third inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland on June 1, 2024.

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Everything to know about the MLB's ball-strike challenge system at spring training

This spring, MLB players can challenge ball and strike calls. The camera-based system is only an experiment for now — but it has the baseball world wondering where to draw the line with technology.

February 20, 2025
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  • Becky Sullivan
The American League's Jarren Duran of the Boston Red Sox hits a home run during the fifth inning of the MLB All-Star baseball game, Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.

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Jarren Duran's 2-run homer lifts American League in All-Star Game

Jarren Duran hit a tie-breaking two-run homer for the American League and was named the most valuable player. Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes pitched a hitless first inning for the National League.

July 17, 2024
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  • The Associated Press
"Rickwood: The Soul of Birmingham" shares the story of the nation's oldest professional ballpark and its role in American history.

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Baseball's Negro Leagues to be honored in Alabama at the nation's oldest professional ballpark

As part of Juneteenth celebrations this week, Major League Baseball is honoring the Negro Leagues — African American professional baseball teams of the 1920s to 1940s — with several games at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama, former home of the Black Barons.

June 19, 2024
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  • Peter Biello
Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud speaks with reporters in the Braves clubhouse Monday, April 22, 2024.

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Braves catcher Travis d'Arnaud enjoying 'wild' hot streak

Braves catcher Travis d’Arnaud is currently enjoying a hot streak rarely seen in Braves history. 

April 23, 2024
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  • Peter Biello
Former Atlanta Braves player Gary Cooper poses for a portrait in his hometown of Savannah.

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He needs one more day on the roster for an MLB pension. Can the Braves help?

67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in 1980 — one day short of qualifying for an MLB pension. Now a Change.org petition is asking the Braves to put him on the roster for one more day so he can qualify.

April 12, 2024
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  • Peter Biello
Braves President and CEO Derek Schiller unveils the ‘We Are Braves Country’ campaign ahead of the team's 2024 home opener. The Braves say the phrase represents the fan base wherever they are.

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Atlanta Braves' home opener: What's new at Truist Park this season?

Braves fans heading to Truist Park can expect an upgraded experience including premium boxes, beer gardens, new MLB merch and speciality menu items — and plenty of love for Hank Aaron as the team celebrates 50 years since No. 44 scored his record-breaking home run in 1974.

April 05, 2024
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  • Peter Biello
Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos talks with reporters during Major League Baseball's general manager meetings, Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021, in Carlsbad, Calif. The Atlanta Braves have agreed to a contract extension with general manager Alex Anthopoulos that will keep him with the six-time reigning NL East champions through the 2031 season. The team announced the deal Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

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Braves extend general manager Alex Anthopoulos' contract through 2031 season

The Atlanta Braves have agreed to a contract extension with general manager Alex Anthopoulos that will keep him with the six-time reigning NL East champions through the 2031 season. The team announced the new deal Friday, locking up the GM who oversaw a World Series championship in 2021.

January 12, 2024
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Reuben Ortiz of Modesto, Calif., holds a sign outside Oakland Coliseum to protest the Oakland Athletics' planned move to Las Vegas before the A's game with the Tampa Bay Rays on June 13, 2023. The Athletics' move to Las Vegas was unanimously approved Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023 by Major League Baseball team owners.

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The Oakland A's are relocating to Las Vegas after MLB owners approve the move

There have been complaints about the Oakland Coliseum being outdated, but negotiations between the A's and the city over a new stadium fell apart. The Vegas stadium is expected to cost $1.5 billion.

November 17, 2023
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  • Ayana Archie
Atlanta Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. celebrates after scoring the winning run on an Ozzie Albies base hit during the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, in Atlanta. Acuña stole two bases in the game to become the first player in the majors to steal 70 bases and hit 40 home runs in a season.

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Stealing the show: Acuña leads speedsters seeking October impact in pitch clock era

Fans who are returning to baseball for the postseason will find Ronald Acuña Jr. and other speedsters playing a different game. Players are running much more than a year ago thanks to new rules, which also promise to have an impact on the playoffs.

October 04, 2023
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  • Associated Press
Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies at bat during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park, September 20, 2023.

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New MLB rules helped boost attendance during 'joyful' 2023 season

Major League Baseball games saw its biggest attendance increase in 30 years during the 2023 regular season. GPB's Peter Biello dives into the reasons why.

October 03, 2023
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  • Peter Biello
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider, delivers in the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Monday, April 24, 2023, in Atlanta.

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Braves pitcher Strider: In baseball, 'the brain is a pretty powerful muscle'

Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider speaks with GPB's Peter Biello about staying mentally sharp on the mound.

June 30, 2023
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  • Peter Biello
New York Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán, center, poses for a photograph with the team after his perfect game against the Oakland Athletics during a baseball game in Oakland, Calif., Wednesday, June 28, 2023.

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What are the odds? A Yankees pitcher throws a prized rarity: the perfect game

New York Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán threw a perfect game Wednesday, just the fourth in team history and 24th overall in Major League Baseball history.

June 29, 2023
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  • Ashley Westerman
New York Mets' Kodai Senga of Japan wears a Debut patch on his uniform before an opening day baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Miami.

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A patch marks the spot — for players debuting in Major League Baseball

Major League Baseball announced that players making their first appearances will wear debut patches on their jerseys. The patch will appear on different places of a sleeve.

March 31, 2023
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  • The Associated Press
Home plate umpire Jim Wolf waits as the pitch clock counts down during the first inning of a spring training baseball game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers Saturday in Phoenix.

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How a new MLB rule could change baseball games this season

A pitch clock will give pitchers 20 seconds or less to throw the ball, and hitters have to be in the batter's box when the timer hits 8 seconds. It already cost one team a game in spring training.

February 28, 2023
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  • Joe Hernandez
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer pauses in May 2021 while working against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco.

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Pitcher Trevor Bauer's suspension for sexual abuse is ended by an MLB arbitrator

The 31-year-old Los Angeles Dodgers star got an unprecedented two-season suspension without pay for violating the league's domestic violence and sexual assault policy. He can resume play this spring.

December 23, 2022
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