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MLB to delay start of 2021 Double-A, Class A seasons

In an effort to ensure that spring training camps remain socially distant, MLB will wait to start minor-league spring training until big-leaguers and Triple-A players break camp.

Minor League Baseball cancels 2020 season

It’s a sad day for minor league players, employees, and fans.

MLB teams release hundreds of minor league players, per report

With teams searching for any way to cut costs and the minor-league season likely to be cancelled, countless players are seeing their dreams destroyed.

MLB announces financial support plan for minor-league players

Finally.

MLB teams add prospects to 40-man rosters in advance of Rule 5 Draft

Today is the deadline for teams to protect prospects from next month’s Rule 5 Draft.

Examining the AL Central farm system needs as the draft approaches

Three AL Central teams have top-five picks in this year’s draft. What approach will they take as they look to improve their farm systems?

Rockies to call up top prospect Brendan Rodgers, per report

The No. 3 pick in the 2015 draft is set to make his major-league debut.

Giants pitching prospect Logan Webb suspended 80 games for PED use

Webb is the third of the Giants’ top five prospects to be dealt a major setback this season, though this one appears to be entirely of his own doing.

Reds expected to call up Nick Senzel Friday, per report

This news is coming more than a year later than most thought it would, but the Reds’ top prospect is finally headed to the majors.

Blue Jays to call up Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on Friday

The long wait is finally over.

MLB suggests salary, standard of living improvements in minor leagues, per report

The long controversy surrounding substandard pay for minor-league players might finally be nearing an end.

10 players who got snubbed out of a September call-up in 2018

We all know that Vlad Jr. and Eloy Jimenez deserve to be in the majors this month, but here are a few more worthy minor-leaguers who got snubbed.

Phillies call up catching prospect Jorge Alfaro

In the wake of the Carlos Ruiz trade with the Dodgers, the Phillies are shuffling their backstops.

Yankees close to trading Chapman

It seems the Yankees might not be selling this summer.

Dodgers suspend Erisbel Arruebarrena

The Cuban shortstop has been suspended by the Dodgers for the second time in his young career.

5 impact prospects who could get called up next

With the rash of recent prospects promoted to the majors, who is left for teams to call on?

Astros call up Vincent Velasquez to majors

Move over Carlos Correa. The Astros are calling up another one of their top five prospects, this time a starting pitcher. Right-hander Vincent Velasquez is making the jump from Double-A to the majors and will start against the White Sox on Wednesday

Marlins promote Jose Urena

The Miami Marlins will promote Jose Urena to make his first big league start Tuesday against the Pirates.

Phillies call up Maikel Franco

The Phillies officially promoted top prospect Maikel Franco.

Carlos Rodon will start Saturday's game

Jeff Samardzija is beginning his suspension beginning today, clearing the way for Carlos Rodon.

Padres to promote Austin Hedges

The top catching prospect will join the Padres in time for Monday's contest against the Giants.

Braves sign RHP Mitchell Boggs

Having not pitched in the majors since 2013, the 31-year-old reliever has joined Atlanta on a minor league deal.

White Sox call up Carlos Rodon

While he'll start in the bullpen, two White Sox starters should be worried about their roles.

Everyone has lost their dang mind for Kris Bryant

The Cubs have called up their top prospect -- ALLLLLL ABOARD THE HYPE TRAIN!

Kris Bryant is here! Prepare to be underwhelmed

Kris Bryant's debut is exciting, but be prepared to be patient with him.

Rays sign catcher J.P. Arencibia

The former Blue Jay and Ranger will be assigned to Triple-A Durham.

Rusney Castillo's Red Sox debut has arrived

The much-hyped Cuban outfielder will start in centerfield in Pittsburgh, giving fans a chance to see Boston's center fielder of the future present.

Diamondbacks sign Aaron Cunningham

Arizona adds some minor league outfield depth with the signing of Cunningham.

Cubs promote Jorge Soler to majors

The highly-touted Cuban outfielder gets the call to the big leagues.

Cardinals option Taveras, activate Adams

The Cardinals shuffled their roster, and the highly-touted Taveras was sent down.

What to watch for in 1st round of 2014 MLB Draft

An overview of the first round of the upcoming draft, including prospects and teams to keep an eye on

Luhnow says Singleton is 'on deck' for promotion

Singleton is bludgeoning the Pacific Coast League, which could lead to his promotion to Houston sooner rather than later.