Baseball & MLB
Real-time scores, player biographies, and the complete MLB calendar for the upcoming season.
2026 Baseball Calendar & Key Dates
The definitive schedule for Major League Baseball, the World Baseball Classic, and all major tournaments in the 2026 season.
| Dates | Event | Location | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | MLB Spring Training | FL / AZ, USA | Pre-season |
| Mar 2026 | World Baseball Classic | USA, Japan, PR | International |
| Mar 26 2026 | MLB Opening Day | USA / Canada | MLB |
| Mar 2026 | NPB Season Start | Japan | NPB |
| Apr 2026 | KBO Season Start | South Korea | KBO |
| Jul 14 2026 | MLB All-Star Game | Philadelphia, PA | All-Star |
| Oct 2026 | MLB Postseason | USA / Canada | Playoffs |
| Late Oct 2026 | World Series 2026 | TBD | Championship |
| Nov 2026 | Japan Series | Japan | Championship |
Baseball Legends & Stars
Biographies and key stats of the players defining the history and future of the game.
Shohei Ohtani
JapanA once-in-a-century talent. The only player in MLB history to be an elite pitcher and elite hitter simultaneously.
Babe Ruth
USAThe Sultan of Swat. He revolutionized baseball with the home run and remains the sport's most iconic figure.
Aaron Judge
USAThe Yankees captain and AL Home Run King. A towering presence known for immense power and great defense.
Willie Mays
USAThe 'Say Hey Kid'. Widely considered the greatest all-around player (five-tool player) in baseball history.
Mike Trout
USAA 3-time MVP who has been the standard of excellence in the modern era. A true five-tool superstar.
Derek Jeter
USAThe Captain. A 5-time World Series champion known for his leadership, clutch hitting, and 'The Flip'.
Hank Aaron
USAThe Hammer. Held the all-time home run record for 33 years. A model of consistency and grace.
Ichiro Suzuki
JapanA hitting machine. Holds the MLB record for hits in a single season (262) and combined professional hits.
Global Baseball & LIVE SCORES Directory
Click on any country to see domestic league details, top teams, and access LIVE SCORES.
- League MLB
- Playoffs World Series
- League NPB
- Playoffs Japan Series
- League KBO
- Playoffs Korean Series
- League LIDOM
- Cup Caribbean Series
- League LMB
- Winter LMP
- League LVBP
- Cup Caribbean Series
- League LBPRC
- Cup Caribbean Series
- League CPBL
- Playoffs Taiwan Series
- League Serie Nacional
- Cup Elite League
- League MLB (Blue Jays)
- Cup IBL
- League Honkbal Hoofdklasse
- Cup Holland Series
- League ABL
- Cup Claxton Shield
Baseball Culture & Global FAQs
Explore the history, rules, and unique terminology of America's Pastime and the global game.
What is ERA?
Earned Run Average (ERA) represents the number of earned runs a pitcher allows per nine innings. It is the standard measure of a pitcher's effectiveness.
What is the Designated Hitter?
The Designated Hitter (DH) is a player who bats in place of the pitcher but does not play defense. The Universal DH was adopted by the National League in 2022.
What is a Perfect Game?
A game in which a pitcher (or combination of pitchers) pitches a victory that lasts a minimum of nine innings and no opposing player reaches base.
What is WAR?
Wins Above Replacement (WAR) attempts to summarize a player's total contributions to their team in one statistic, comparing them to a replacement-level player.
What is the Triple Crown?
For hitters, it means leading the league in Batting Average, Home Runs, and RBIs. For pitchers: Wins, Strikeouts, and ERA. It is extremely rare.
Mercy Rule in WBC?
In international play (like the WBC), a game can end early if one team is leading by 10+ runs after 7 innings or 15+ runs after 5 innings.