MLB.com

MLB.com is the official site of Major League Baseball and provides news, statistics, and information about the sport.

86%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • In the article '7 reasons the D-backs are an unlikely World Series team 2023', the author seems to favor the D-backs, as evidenced by the positive tone and focus on their strengths.

Conflicts of Interest

70%

Examples:

  • MLB.com, the source of the article '7 reasons the D-backs are an unlikely World Series team 2023', is owned by Major League Baseball. The site has a financial interest in promoting the sport and its teams, which could potentially bias its coverage.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

  • Second Pick, Big Impact: The Cincinnati Reds Prepare for the 2024 MLB Draft and Consider Promising Prospects Charlie Condon and Chase Burns

    Second Pick, Big Impact: The Cincinnati Reds Prepare for the 2024 MLB Draft and Consider Promising Prospects Charlie Condon and Chase Burns

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Cincinnati Reds, with the second pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, aim to add a promising prospect to their roster. Two top prospects are Charlie Condon from Georgia, who hit .433/.556/1.009 with 38 HRs in 60 games, and Chase Burns from Wake Forest, who went 10-1 with a 2.70 ERA and was named ACC Pitcher of the Year. The Reds will consider each player's impact and signing bonus demands before making their selection.
  • Philadelphia Phillies Make Rare MLB History with Triple Play vs. Detroit Tigers

    Philadelphia Phillies Make Rare MLB History with Triple Play vs. Detroit Tigers

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 On June 24, 2024, the Philadelphia Phillies made MLB history with a rare triple play against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Pitcher Aaron Nola initiated the play by catching a line drive and throwing to first for a double play, while Zach McKinstry was tagged out at third base unaware. The triple play occurred during a crucial moment with two runners on base and no outs, leading to an 8-1 Phillies victory. Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm contributed offensively with RBIs.
  • Mets Closer Edwin Díaz Ejected, Faces 10-Game Suspension for Excessively Sticky Hand

    Mets Closer Edwin Díaz Ejected, Faces 10-Game Suspension for Excessively Sticky Hand

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 MLB ejects Mets closer Edwin Díaz and suspends him for 10 games after finding excessive sticky substance on his hand during a game against the Cubs, marking the third instance of a Mets pitcher being penalized for using foreign substances in the last 15 months.
  • Yandy Diaz's Leadoff Homer Sparks Rays to 3-1 Win over Pirates in Thrilling Pitching Duel

    Yandy Diaz's Leadoff Homer Sparks Rays to 3-1 Win over Pirates in Thrilling Pitching Duel

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 In an interleague clash at PNC Park, the Tampa Bay Rays' Aaron Civale and Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes delivered standout pitching performances. Yandy Diaz of the Rays hit a leadoff homer off Skenes, but he held them scoreless for six innings. Civale also impressed with one run allowed in six frames. The game turned in the eighth when Diaz singled, leading to two runs and an overturned call on second base.
  • Blue Jays Prospect Orelvis Martinez Suspended 80 Games for Positive Clomiphene Test

    Blue Jays Prospect Orelvis Martinez Suspended 80 Games for Positive Clomiphene Test

    Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024 Blue Jays prospect Orelvis Martinez received an 80-game suspension for using Clomiphene, a performance-enhancing substance. He claimed it was prescribed by a fertility doctor during the offseason. Martinez made his MLB debut on June 21 and was suspended before playing again.
  • Shohei Ohtani's 476-foot Home Run Unreachable at Anomalous Valley Forge High School: Angels Star Defies Dodgers Rivalry

    Shohei Ohtani's 476-foot Home Run Unreachable at Anomalous Valley Forge High School: Angels Star Defies Dodgers Rivalry

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 Shohei Ohtani hit a 476-foot home run for the Angels against the Dodgers, but it wouldn't have been a homer at Valley Forge High School due to its unique center field dimensions. Ohtani drove in two runs and scored one himself, while Luis García earned the win with relief pitching. In his first game back against his former team, Ohtani reached base in all four plate appearances and contributed to both Angels' runs.
  • Philadelphia Phillies Shake Up Roster: Trea Turner Returns, Johan Rojas Sent Down, Luis Robert Jr. a Potential Trade Target

    Philadelphia Phillies Shake Up Roster: Trea Turner Returns, Johan Rojas Sent Down, Luis Robert Jr. a Potential Trade Target

    Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 The Philadelphia Phillies, leading the NL with the best record, made roster moves on June 18: Trea Turner returned from injury and Johan Rojas was sent to Triple-A. Turner (.343 BA, 2 HRs) was replaced by Edmundo Sosa (.280 BA, 5 HRs). Rojas (wRC+ of 109, 15 DRS in CF) showcased exceptional defense but weak offense. With JT Realmuto injured and the need for offense pressing, the Phillies considered trading for Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox.
  • Dodgers' Yamamoto Placed on IL with Strained Rotator Cuff: Impact on Pitching Staff

    Dodgers' Yamamoto Placed on IL with Strained Rotator Cuff: Impact on Pitching Staff

    Broke On: Monday, 17 June 2024 The Los Angeles Dodgers place Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the 15-day injured list with a strained rotator cuff, an injury initially masked as triceps tightness. The record-breaking pitcher, who signed a $325 million contract before this season and holds a 2.92 ERA in 14 starts, is expected to miss some time but not the entire season.
  • Mookie Betts Suffers Hand Fracture, Dodgers Lose Star Shortstop with No Timetable for Return

    Mookie Betts Suffers Hand Fracture, Dodgers Lose Star Shortstop with No Timetable for Return

    Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Mookie Betts, Dodgers' star shortstop, fractured left hand after being hit by pitch from Dan Altavilla. No surgery required but return timetable unknown. Betts was batting .304 with 10 homers before injury. Dodgers have placed Yamamoto and Grove on IL this season.
  • Dodgers' Yamamoto Exits Start with Triceps Tightness: IL Stint Imminent

    Dodgers' Yamamoto Exits Start with Triceps Tightness: IL Stint Imminent

    Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024 Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto exits start with triceps tightness, IL stint likely. Key pitcher reports discomfort since June 7 and was removed from game against Royals. Record of 6-2, ERA of 2.92 makes injury significant for Dodgers dealing with rotation injuries.