With free agency underway, stars like Gerrit Cole, Anthony Rendon and Stephen Strasburg hope to cash in in a big way.
Author: Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY
Astros’ Justin Verlander wins second AL Cy Young Award, but this one is even sweeter
Justin Verlander, 36, became the oldest pitcher to win the Cy Young Award since 42-year-old Roger Clemens in 2004.
MLB needs to step up on cheating allegations against Astros: ‘It’s a serious matter’
Veteran righty Mike Fiers said that the Astros were stealing signs using electronic means during the 2017 season, another blemish for the organization.
Kris Bryant, Mookie Betts on the block? Four marquee MLB franchises ready for crazy winter
The offseason is in full stride and four marquee franchises – the Yankees, Red Sox, Cubs and Mets – have big decisions to make.
Nationals GM Mike Rizzo on White House visit: ‘We weren’t trying to make a political statement’
The team’s visit to the White House was met with criticism, particularly catcher Kurt Suzuki’s decision to wear a MAGA hat on stage.
Stephen Strasburg’s stellar performance sets up dramatic Game 7 of the World Series
Stephen Strasburg led the Nationals to a 7-2 victory over the Astros to set up a dramatic Game 7 in the World Series.
Nearly down-and-out, Astros steal World Series momentum from Nationals after Game 4 rout
Alex Bregman slugged a grand slam in the seventh inning to break Game 4 open for Houston, who evened the series with the Nationals after an 8-1 win.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred on Astros controversy: ‘We have to be tremendously concerned’
MLB has launched an official investigation into the matter Wednesday, interviewing Taubman, Astros’ staffers and the three reporters who overheard the tirade.
With aces lined up, Astros and Nationals ready for an old-school World Series: ‘We need that in 2019’
We’re in for a treat in the World Series. The Houston and Washington rotations feature some of the best starting pitchers in the game
‘It’s a concern:’ World Series history not on Nationals’ side after lengthy layoff
The Nationals, who swept the Cardinals to reach the World Series, last played a game on Oct. 15. Says Nats GM Mike Rizzo: “It’s a concern.”