Clayton Kershaw is retiring after his final Dodgers start in the playoffs, ending an 18-season MLB career and three Cy Young awards.
Bob Costas will host NBC's 'Sunday Night Baseball' season opener on March 26 and contribute to the network's MLB coverage. This marks his return after leaving NBC in 2019, with plans to cover the Dodgers' opener and other key games, alongside other notable broadcasters.
On February 19, 2026, the inaugural Board of Peace meeting chaired by former US President Donald Trump convened in Washington, D.C., with delegations from over 20 countries including Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The meeting aimed to raise billions for Gaza's reconstruction and discuss deploying an international stabilization force amid ongoing ceasefire violations and political tensions.
Shohei Ohtani leads Japan into the World Baseball Classic with a joyful team atmosphere. He inspired team cohesion through cultural celebrations and showcased his power at spring training. Despite pitching concerns, Japan aims to defend its title against Taiwan, emphasizing team spirit and national pride.