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2024 MLB mock draft 3.1: A new No. 1 pick hours before first round begins

The MLB draft starts at 7 p.m. ET! Here's Kiley McDaniel's final update, starting with a shake-up at the top.

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Why the best player(s) in this draft might not be taken No. 1 overall

There are stars at the top of this draft, but MLB's bonus rules might lead to Cleveland going a different direction.

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MLB HOME RUN DERBY

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Test your knowledge: Home Run Derby Challenge

MLB's Midsummer Classic returns on July 15 -- and so does the Home Run Derby! Are you ready to test your Derby knowledge? Take the ultimate quiz!

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The field is set! Who's the slugger to beat?

The game's hottest hitters who will be swinging for the fences in Arlington have been unveiled.

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Where Paul Skenes' MLB career start ranks among the best of all time by a starting pitcher

Seven innings of no-hit ball is just the latest feat by the Pirates' pitching phenom.

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ALL-STAR SELECTIONS SET

Biggest snubs and takeaways: 2024 MLB All-Star rosters analysis

While some of the sport's biggest names are headed to Arlington, Texas, a number of deserving stars will be watching the festivities from home.

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Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break

While the pause in game play might be a welcome reset for some clubs, those riding hot streaks will hope to continue that momentum into the second half.

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First-half grades for all 30 MLB teams: From a handful of A's to an F-

From the Phillies' dominant first half to the White Sox's abysmal start, we look at every club's performance.

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Fantasy Baseball Forecaster: Lineup advice for July 8-21

Set your lineups for this week with our forecaster preview, featuring pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and more.

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