MLB Baseball 3h Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 12:48 PM ET
Record-Breaking Baseball Card Sales
A 2013 Aaron Judge one-of-one signed card sold for $5.2 million espn.com, shattering the previous record of $3.936 million set by a 2009 Mike Trout card. The Judge card's sale represents the highest price ever paid for a modern baseball card, highlighting the explosive growth in sports memorabilia valuations during the past year.
MLB Trade Deadline Developments
The New York Yankees acquired veteran pitcher Luis Castillo from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for three top pitching prospects, bolstering their rotation for the stretch run. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers strengthened their bullpen by adding All-Star closer Jordan Romano from the Toronto Blue Jays, giving them multiple high-leverage options for October.
Standings and Playoff Picture
The Atlanta Braves extended their NL East lead to 5.5 games after sweeping the Philadelphia Phillies in a crucial three-game series, while the Houston Astros clinched a playoff berth with their 87th win, marking their sixth consecutive postseason appearance. In the AL Central, the Minnesota Twins maintained their slim half-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians after both teams won on Tuesday night.