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The top storylines to follow this MLB season

A season that spans 162 games from March to September provides plenty of opportunity for pondering. The introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System (ABS, more on that below) is undoubtedly the biggest shakeup of the season, but first, here are the other major storylines we’re following before first pitch.

March 25, 2026

Breaking down baseball’s biggest plot twist: The ABS Challenge System

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This year’s campaign features an intriguing plot twist: The introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system, which will allow players — specifically the batter, the pitcher, and the catcher — to challenge an umpire’s ball or strike call. From how it works to the unexpected fallout , here’s everything you need to know.

March 25, 2026

Baseball on the rise in Canada after historic World Baseball Classic showing

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The 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) came to a close as Venezuela beat Team USA 3–2 in last night’s championship game. The final out is in the books, but this year’s exhilarating and record-setting tourney is only the beginning as the sport surges in Canada.

March 18, 2026

Team USA falls short 3–2 to Venezuela in WBC title game

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The 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) came to a close as Venezuela upset Team USA 3–2 in last night’s championship game to earn the nation’s first-ever WBC crown. The final out is in the books, with the Americans stunned for a second straight tourney, but there’s plenty more baseball to come. Red, white…no need to feel blue.

March 18, 2026

Everything you need to know about the 2026 World Baseball Classic

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Missing high-stakes international competition? Have no fear. The World Baseball Classic (WBC) — the quadrennial tourney featuring baseball’s best competing for their countries — officially begins tonight at 10 p.m. ET. From how it works to the superstars taking the diamond, here’s everything you need to know ahead of first pitch. Play ball, baby.

March 04, 2026

Women’s Pro Baseball League will play inaugural season in Springfield, IL

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The first-ever draft of the Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) isn’t until tomorrow, but the emerging league is already making headlines after announcing its surprising location for the inaugural season.

November 19, 2025

What the LA Dodgers’ second straight World Series means for baseball

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It’s been two days since the LA Dodgers topped the Toronto Blue Jays 5–4 in a thrilling 11-inning Game 7, securing their second straight World Series pennant. And that means two things: Your blood pressure might finally be returning to normal, and it’s time to dissect what the Dodgers winning back-to-back titles means for baseball.

November 03, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays on the cusp of first World Series title since 1993

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Toronto Blue Jays on the cusp of first World Series title since 1993

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October 31, 2025

Let’s separate the tricks from the treats: Can the Jays clinch the title at home tonight at 8 p.m. ET, or will the Dodgers force a championship-deciding Game 7 tomorrow at the same time? Trade your candy for Cracker Jacks, let’s dig into each team’s keys to victory.

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The GIST of It Podcast

Ep #555

Home runs and dark horses: Previewing the college softball national tourney

May 12, 2026

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Home runs and dark horses: Previewing the college softball national tourney

Softball is having a major moment this season, so on this episode of The GIST of It, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz head to the diamond to preview the 64-team NCAA national softball tournament which begins on Friday. After consulting with former NCAA softball player (and our senior editor) Lauren Tuiskula, the gals have the low-down on the storylines you need to know, from a record-breaking season of home runs to explaining how the national tourney works. Batter up.