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Un-bee-lievable: Sights and sounds from MLB's bizarre delay

Un-bee-lievable: Sights and sounds from MLB's most bizarre delay of season

Tuesday’s matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks was delayed for nearly two hours. The cause of the delay? Bees. A swarm of bees gathered around one portion of the safety netting behind home plate at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz.

Dodgers accomplish impressive feat for first time since 2006

Dodgers OF Jason Heyward (back) has setback in recovery

Watch: Swarm of bees delays Dodgers-Diamondbacks game for nearly two hours

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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Watch: Brewers, Rays clear benches as wild brawl breaks out

A one-sided affair Tuesday between the Rays and Brewers suddenly turned contentious in a matter of seconds.

Brewers overcome brawl, ejections to down Rays

Brewers burned by controversial ninth-inning call vs. Rays

Brewers expected to promote acclaimed infield prospect

What has happened to the Rays this year?

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

MLB News / Yardbarker / 50 minutes ago

Watch: Swarm of bees delays MLB game for nearly two hours

Watch: Swarm of bees delays Dodgers-Diamondbacks game for nearly two hours

There was quite a buzz surrounding the start of Tuesday's Los Angeles Dodgers-Arizona Diamondbacks game, but it wasn't necessarily a positive one. It actually ended up delaying the game for nearly two hours.

Dodgers accomplish impressive feat for first time since 2006

Dodgers OF Jason Heyward (back) has setback in recovery

Dodgers veteran reliever placed on injured list

The best MLB switch-hitters of all time

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / 57 minutes ago

Yankees star stares down Orioles pitcher after hitting HR

Watch: Yankees' Juan Soto stares down Orioles pitcher after hitting monster HR

Soto has never been afraid to get heated with opposing pitchers.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton has another brutal baserunning moment

Infamous former Yankees outfielder gets DFA'd by his new team

Orioles Rookie of the Year setting historic home run pace

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Seven MLB veterans who are approaching opt-out opportunities

None of the group has played well enough to likely leverage their opt-out right into an immediate MLB job, but two or three could decide to hit the market and look for a better minor league opportunity elsewhere.

Blue Jays place RHP on injured list

Angels get brutal injury news on this star player

Craig Counsell expands on rejecting Mets for Cubs

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

The 'MLB players and presidents' quiz

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Mike Trout's career hits another major hurdle with latest injury

Mike Trout's career with the Angels has been equal parts brilliance and frustration. He received more of the latter on Tuesday when it was revealed that he will need meniscus surgery and he sidelined for an unknown period of time.

Angels signing veteran outfielder in wake of star's injury

Blue Jays place RHP on injured list

D-backs reliever lands on 60-day IL

Dodgers OF has setback in recovery

Rockies OF lands on injured list

MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Bad players get relegated to the minors. How about bad umpires?

Fans, players and coaches have always grumbled about questionable calls (especially if they go against their team), but the cacophony is particularly loud this year.

MLB strikeout props for 4/30: No knocking Wood against Pirates

MLB home run props for 4/30: Bombers to blast Birds in Baltimore

Three MLB teams that should push the panic button

Which MLB players have the most career RBI?

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / 35 minutes ago

Blue Jays place RHP on injured list

The Jays will need to figure out a fifth starter, though maybe not right away, thanks to where they are in the schedule.

The Blossoming Starter Developed by the Toronto Blue Jays

Justin Turner's two homers lift Blue Jays past Royals

The most unexpected MLB pitchers who threw a no-hitter or perfect game

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Watch: Tigers' Jack Flaherty ties AL strikeout record

Watch: Tigers' Jack Flaherty ties AL record by striking out first seven batters

Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty had a historic outing against his former team, the St. Louis Cardinals, on Tuesday.

Watch: Brewers, Rays clear benches as wild brawl breaks out

Watch: Dodgers vs. D-backs delayed for nearly two hours by swarm of bees

Electric SS accomplishes something not done since Deion Sanders

Orioles Rookie of the Year setting historic home run pace

Manager Craig Counsell expands on rejecting Mets for Cubs

Jose Abreu News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Astros to option former MVP

First baseman José Abreu is not with the Astros right now and will be optioned Wednesday to West Palm Beach.

Twins reinstate Jhoan Duran, designate Matt Bowman

Brewers expected to promote acclaimed infield prospect

Infamous former Yankees outfielder gets DFA'd by his new team

Orioles shake up bullpen with roster moves

Bad players get relegated to the minors. How about bad umpires?

NFL News / Yardbarker / 12 minutes ago

Report: Kansas lawmakers devising new plan to lure Chiefs or Royals

Kansas lawmakers are trying to create an enticing plan to persuade the Chiefs or Royals to cross state lines. Jonathan Shorman of The Kansas City Star

Travis Kelce inks record-setting contract extension with Chiefs

Chiefs GM promises Kelce isn't slowing down

Watch: Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl rings used as a weapon on WWE Raw

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The '2022 NFL sack leaders' quiz

Tyler Black News / MLB Trade Rumors / 29 minutes ago

Brewers expected to promote acclaimed infield prospect

The infield prospect has climbed the minor league ladder, earning huge amounts of praise for his plate discipline.

Brewers look to keep emotions in check in rematch vs. Rays

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Orioles shake up bullpen with roster moves

The Orioles shook up their bullpen recently with several roster moves.

Grayson Rodriguez, Orioles keep Yankees' bats under control

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?

The '2023 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Craig Counsell expands on rejecting Mets for Cubs

Craig Counsell expanded on his offseason managerial decision before Monday's game between the Cubs and Mets.

Cubs, buoyed by late rally, look to down Mets again

Mets dealing with unique uniform issue this spring

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

Elly De La Cruz News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Electric shortstop accomplishes something not done since Deion Sanders

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz is approaching a feat not accomplished since two-sport legend Deion Sanders did it nearly 30 years ago.

The 25 best MLB players age 25 or under

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / 14 minutes ago

Dodgers accomplish impressive feat for first time since 2006

The Los Angeles Dodgers' bats couldn't miss during their 8-4 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.

Dodgers stay on winning track, drop D-backs

Dodgers veteran reliever placed on injured list

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2023 MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / 18 hours ago

The five most disappointing MLB free-agent signings

MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings

Every Monday during the MLB season, Yardbarker unveils a list devoted to a MLB-related topic. This week, we're ranking the five free-agent signees of the offseason who have disappointed the most.

Three MLB teams that should already push the panic button

Four reasons for the Astros' struggles

Alex Bregman's slow start could cost him millions in free agency

Tarik Skubal, pitching staff have Tigers on playoff trajectory

Blue Jays announcer discusses fans booing Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani

Who could the Marlins trade this summer?

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / 7 hours ago

Brewers burned by controversial ninth-inning call vs. Rays

What initially seemed like a lucky break for the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday was eventually ruled to their detriment.

Ryan Pepiot, Rays shut down Brewers 1-0

Freddy Peralta is Turning Into the Ace the Brewers Needed

Which pitchers have the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise?

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

Ryan Brasier News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Dodgers veteran reliever placed on injured list

He has gotten out to a bit of a slow start. He has allowed six runs over 11 2/3 innings, largely thanks to a trio of home runs.

Gus Varland On Dodgers Taxi Squad For Road Trip

Dodgers RHP explains departure from game vs. Blue Jays

Coming off loss, Dodgers hopeful Freddie Freeman found swing

The best MLB closers of all time

The '2023 MLB Opening Day starters' quiz

Jesus Luzardo News / MLB Trade Rumors / 2 hours ago

Marlins announce injury diagnosis for scratched LHP

Late last week, the lefty was scratched from his scheduled start and placed on the 15-day injured list due to left elbow tightness. That naturally led to some concern.

Marlins place veteran outfielder on 10-day IL

Who could the Marlins trade this summer?

After crushing loss, Marlins hope to avoid being swept by Nationals

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / 53 minutes ago

Four reasons for the Houston Astros' struggles

The Houston Astros' disastrous start may be the most surprising storyline of the MLB season.

Astros promote Joey Loperfido, clouding Jose Abreu's role

MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings

Three MLB teams that should push the panic button

The greatest postseason moment for every MLB team

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / 0 minutes ago

Infamous former Yankees outfielder gets DFA’d by his new team

The grass was not much greener on the other side for a former New York Yankees outfielder.

Twins pull away from Angels as win streak hits 7

The greatest postseason players in MLB history

The 'MLB perfect games' quiz

Alex Bregman News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Alex Bregman's slow start could cost him millions

When he has put the bat on the ball, he hasn’t been able to do damage. Most notably, he has yet to hit a home run this season. He has just 21 hits, with his five doubles being the only knocks of the extra-base variety.

Astros to promote batter who smoked the ball in spring training

Astros beat Rockies to complete Mexico City Series sweep

MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz