MiLB alters pace-of-play rules with big changes to extra innings

MiLB announced plans to start extra innings with a runner on second base, limit mound visits and implement a 15-second pitch clock.

MiLB announced plans to start extra innings with a runner on second base, limit mound visits and implement a 15-second pitch clock.

NFL free agency rumors: Richard Sherman to meet with 49ers and Lions, gets interest from 5 other teams

Sherman was released by the Seahawks on Friday, but he’s already received interest from Titans, Lions, Raiders, Texans, Bucs and Packers.

Sherman was released by the Seahawks on Friday, but he’s already received interest from Titans, Lions, Raiders, Texans, Bucs and Packers.

Eagles trade WR Torrey Smith to Panthers for CB Daryl Worley, report says

NFL Network reported the Eagles were planning to part ways with Smith anyway, but were able to trade the veteran for the young corner.

NFL Network reported the Eagles were planning to part ways with Smith anyway, but were able to trade the veteran for the young corner.

Astros on World Series hangover: ‘We’re not the Cubs’

Dallas Keuchel is among the Astros players who believe they will be able to defend their World Series championship this season.

Dallas Keuchel is among the Astros players who believe they will be able to defend their World Series championship this season.

Trevor Bauer blasts ‘disingenuous’ MLB on call for political activism

Indians pitcher Trevor Bauer called the league “disingenuous” after the MLB encouraged players to take a stance politically.

Indians pitcher Trevor Bauer called the league “disingenuous” after the MLB encouraged players to take a stance politically.

Former Rams WR Stedman Bailey participates in NFL pro day 3 years after being shot in the head

Stedman Bailey had surgery in October to have a metal plate put in his skull, which is a big reason why he’s able to play again.

Stedman Bailey had surgery in October to have a metal plate put in his skull, which is a big reason why he’s able to play again.

Mickey Mantle rookie card expected to break record, estimated $3.5 million

A 1952 Topps trading card in mint-condition featuring the legend is expected to go for an estimated $3.5 million in an auction.

A 1952 Topps trading card in mint-condition featuring the legend is expected to go for an estimated $3.5 million in an auction.