SportsMLB delays salary cap proposal to 2028 amid union pushbackMLB proposed a $258.2M salary cap and $180.2M floor starting in 2028—up from $245.3M and $171.2M—delaying the system one year as free agency opened.eng.pressbee.net +19 covering21h👍😮2+2💬1ShareLeft 51%Center 30%R 20%
PoliticsMark Teixeira wins Texas congressional seatMark Teixeira won Texas' 21st with 55% on Nov. 3, 2026; the district has not elected a Democrat since 1975.👤Mark Teixeiranewsy-today.com +9 covering11h👍😮3+3💬3ShareLeft 35%Center 35%Right 29%
SportsDillon Dingler first Tigers catcher to repeat Gold Glove since 2007Detroit Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler won his second consecutive American League Gold Glove, becoming the first Tigers catcher to repeat since Iván Rodríguez in 2006–07. Dingler led MLB catchers in key defensive measures and also hit 27 home runs with 91 RBIs in his first All-Star season.👤Dillon Dinglerocolly.com +53 covering2d❤️😢2+3💬2ShareLeft 36%Center 44%R 20%
SportsMarlins reach $1 million pre-agreement with Robinson Cano's sonThe Miami Marlins reportedly reached a $1 million pre-agreement with 16-year-old infielder Robinson Cano Jr., son of eight-time MLB All-Star Robinson Cano, for their 2028 international signing class. The deal is not yet official, and the younger Cano is years from reaching the major leagues.roundtable.io +6 covering1d😮👍3+1💬2ShareL 11%C 11%Right 78%
SportsRays Exercise Rasmussen’s $20 Million 2027 OptionRays exercised Drew Rasmussen's $20M 2027 option Oct. 31, 2026; after Game 5 he said, "This organization, man, it's the best."👤Drew Rasmussenuk.sports.yahoo.com +11 covering3d👍😆😡4+2💬3ShareLeft 51%Center 37%R 11%
SportsCubs Enter Offseason Facing Pitching, Roster QuestionsThe Cubs face a major offseason rebuild, with much of their rotation and outfield potentially departing and early projections placing them well behind the Brewers, whose pitching depth and player development have widened the gap. Chicago’s infield looks steadier, and top prospect Owen Ayers could help at catcher, but the team’s struggles have renewed calls to invest in a durable frontline starter rather than rely on risky gambles.bleachernation.com +26 covering5d0💬ShareLeft 54%Center 25%R 21%
SportsReds lose Pagán, Suárez and Johnson to free agencyReds closer Emilio Pagán declined his $10 million option for 2027 and will enter free agency, leaving Cincinnati with a hole in its bullpen, though a reunion remains possible. The Reds also declined mutual options for Eugenio Suárez and Pierce Johnson, making all three players free agents.👤Emilio Pagán👤Eugenio Suárezeuropesays.com +8 covering3d😆😮😡30💬1ShareLeft 57%Center 33%R
SportsAstros hire Cardinals executive Randy Flores after 81-win seasonThe Astros hired Cardinals AGM Randy Flores as their 15th GM on Oct. 30 after an 81-win season and Wild Card exit; Crane praised his scouting record.👤Randy Floresclutchpoints.com +7 covering4d😆😮😡30💬1ShareLeft 50%C 20%Right 30%
SportsDodgers Expect Ohtani Two-Way Return in 2027Shohei Ohtani’s knee and arm injuries reportedly won’t require surgery, and he aims to return as a two-way player in 2027; a former MLB general manager has suggested easing him back with planned relief appearances before a possible move into the rotation. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has also called Ohtani’s $700 million contract a bargain, citing business and promotional returns far beyond expectations.👤Shohei Ohtanibeyondthemonster.substack.com +4 covering4d😮👍3+3💬2ShareLeft 29%Center 43%Right 29%
SportsFive Leagues Set for Rare Sports EquinoxNeither the Brewers nor the Rays has ever won a World Series as five leagues collide on the 33rd sports equinox since 1971.archynetys.com +7 coveringOct 26, 2026👍😮2+2💬3ShareLeft 39%Center 42%R 18%
SportsMets' Francisco Lindor wins Roberto Clemente AwardMets shortstop Francisco Lindor received the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award, recognizing a player’s character, philanthropy and contributions on and off the field. The Puerto Rico native said the honor reflects his family’s influence and his commitment to helping others, including through education and youth programs.👤Francisco Lindorsports.yahoo.com +9 coveringOct 26, 2026👍❤️😮4+3💬3ShareLeft 40%C 13%Right 47%
SportsAstros Interview Nationals Champion Mike Rizzo for GMThe Houston Astros are interviewing former Washington Nationals executive Mike Rizzo for their vacant general manager job. Rizzo built the Nationals’ 2019 World Series-winning team, which beat Houston, and reportedly favors the Astros role because of his respect for owner Jim Crane and the club’s spending ambitions.👤Mike Rizzo101thefox.net +15 coveringOct 26, 2026👍😮3+2💬1ShareLeft 27%CRight 64%
SportsRed Sox End 86-Year World Series DroughtThe Yankees’ 27 World Series titles and long list of championship greats provide plenty of material for an all-time roster, though several players won their first titles only after leaving the team. With their championship drought continuing, the club is weighing offseason additions and decisions as it pursues another title.roundtable.io +7 coveringOct 25, 20260💬ShareLeft 55%Center 27%R 18%
SportsYankees reportedly plan Boone return in 2027The Yankees will bring Aaron Boone back for the 2027 season, the final year of his contract, despite another early playoff exit—a three-game ALDS sweep by Tampa Bay. Boone has delivered strong regular-season results but has yet to win a World Series with New York, leaving pressure on him to turn the team’s success into a championship.🏢New York Yankees👤Aaron Boonedose.ca +76 coveringOct 19, 2026😮😢20💬3ShareLeft 36%Center 24%Right 40%
SportsMLB Qualifying Offer Hits Record $23.15 MillionMLB’s qualifying offer for this year’s free agents climbed 5.1% to a record $23.15 million, based on the average of the league’s 125 highest-paid contracts. Eligible players can accept a one-year deal or decline and enter free agency, while their former team may receive draft-pick compensation if they sign elsewhere; only 18 of 157 offers have been accepted.📅World Seriesen.sportalkorea.com +4 coveringOct 19, 2026👍😆3+2💬2ShareLeft 54%Center 32%R 14%
SportsOrioles reportedly hire Cubs’ Banner as GMThe Orioles are hiring Cubs assistant general manager Jared Banner as general manager, joining Mike Elias after front-office roles with the Cubs, Mets and Red Sox. Baltimore says it wants new voices in baseball operations, though how much authority Banner will have alongside Elias remains unclear.👤Mike Eliassports.yahoo.com +35 coveringOct 19, 2026👍😮2+3💬2ShareLeft 50%Center 26%Right 24%
SportsYankees linked to multiple roster targetsThe Yankees are weighing offseason upgrades across the roster, with potential targets ranging from center fielder Jacob Young and infielders Brandon Lowe and Javier Sanoja to outfielder Tyrone Taylor and reliever JoJo Romero. Their choices will hinge on replacing possible free-agent departures while improving the offense and bullpen without draining their prospect depth.👤JoJo Romeroeng.pressbee.net +5 coveringOct 17, 2026👍❤️😮4+3💬3ShareLeft 25%C 13%Right 63%
SportsReports: Brewers Sweep Dodgers, End Three-Peat HopesThe Brewers swept the Dodgers in the 2026 NLCS, ending Los Angeles’ title defense and three-peat bid and exposing struggles with timely hitting and bullpen reliability. The Dodgers enter the offseason with much of their roster under contract but face decisions on free agents, bullpen depth and roster changes as they look to rebound in 2027.👤Shohei OhtaniHeavy +6 coveringOct 15, 20260💬ShareLeft 44%Center 39%R 17%
SportsFormer Mets Manager Mendoza Joins Phillies as CoachFormer Mets manager Carlos Mendoza has joined the Phillies as their third-base and infield coach after withdrawing from consideration for Seattle’s managerial opening. He takes the job following his dismissal by New York during a disappointing season.👤Carlos Mendozaamedpost.com +6 coveringOct 15, 20260💬ShareLeft 80%C 20%
SportsDodgers infielder Miguel Rojas retires after NLCS sweepMiguel Rojas retired after the Dodgers’ NLCS sweep loss to Milwaukee, ending a 13-season MLB career that included two World Series titles with Los Angeles. Catcher Chad Wallach also announced his retirement after 14 seasons in professional baseball; his highlights included catching Reid Detmers’ 2022 no-hitter with the Angels.👤Miguel RojasThe Economic Times +27 coveringOct 14, 20260💬ShareLeft 40%Center 40%R 20%
SportsAstros decline to renew Espada amid staff overhaulAstros will not renew Joe Espada after an 81-81 season made Houston the first .500 team in MLB history to reach the postseason.🏢Houston Astros👤Dana BrownVictoria Advocate +26 coveringOct 14, 2026😮😢20💬2ShareLeft 46%Center 29%Right 25%
SportsChicago Leads 2026 Gold Glove FinalistsRawlings named the 2026 Gold Glove contenders, with four Royals, five Cubs, Yankees Austin Wells and Cody Bellinger, and Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe among the players in the running. Winners will be announced Nov. 1.👤Pete Crow-Armstrong👤Cody BellingerSan Luis Obispo Tribune +37 coveringOct 14, 2026😮😡2+1💬3ShareL 18%Center 29%Right 53%
SportsPhillies retain Mattingly as manager after Cora declines jobPhillies signed Don Mattingly through 2028 after Alex Cora declined; as interim he turned a 9-19 start into a playoff berth before a Wild Card exit.👤Don Mattingly👤Alex Coralimaohio.com +21 coveringOct 14, 2026😮😢2+2💬3ShareLeft 43%Center 32%Right 25%
SportsMLB Moves ALCS Game 3, NLCS Game 4 EarlierMLB moved ALCS Game 3 between the Cleveland Guardians and Tampa Bay Rays from 6 p.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday to avoid the threat of evening rain in Cleveland. The series is tied 1-1, and forecasts also raise weather concerns for Friday’s Game 4.👤Griffin Jaxbyteseu.com +132 coveringOct 14, 20260💬ShareLeft 41%Center 37%R 21%
