MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

Santana threw five innings scattering just two hits and two walks while striking out five thanks to command of all three of his pitches.

The New York Mets downed the Atlanta Braves on Opening Day behind five strong innings from Johan Santana and an impressive showing from their bullpen.

New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez has his own Facebook page that may allow fans to connect with him on a more personal level after years of off-the-field media attention.

Here's a complete list of all the opening day games, start times, pitching matchups and which ones can be seen on national TV.

MLB Opening Day 2012 is here, and once again, the New York Yankees have Major League Baseball's highest payroll.

MLB Opening Day betting odds, prop bets.

Angels outfielder Torii Hunter had guns draw on him outside of his home on Wednesday.

Here are some predictions for the 2012 MLB Season.

Here are the World Series odds, as well as the MVP and Cy Young odds, for the 2012 Season, according to the online sporstbook Bovada.

The Marlins have a brand new look this season.

The Yankees and Mets play each other in spring training for the first time since 1996.

The Matt Cain signing is being trumpeted as a success by the Giants front office but what effect will it have on Tim Lincecum's future?

Matt Cain signed a 6 year $127 million extension with the San Francisco Giants today.

Johan Santana is back for the New York Mets after losing all of last season to shoulder surgery. He will start on opening day.

Cleveland Indians pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez plunked ex-Rockies teammate Troy Tulowitzki during a spring training game Sunday, resulting in both benches clearing and Tulowitzki's status for Opening Day is up in the air.

A former male classmate of Carl Pavano's claims they two had a physical relationship.

The Mainers and A's get underway in Japan at 5:10 a.m. ET.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a new owner, and that's great news for the fans and Major League Baseball.

A 102-year-old baseball card belonging to an unidentified Houston businessman and regarded as one of the sport's most famous collectible is expected to fetch around $1.5 million in an online auction starting March 28, 2012.

One of baseball's storied franchises went for a record-shattering price, clearing the way for an end to the drama surrounding current owner Frank McCourt and his ex-wife.

Boston Red Sox pitcher John Lackey got into hot water today after saying the beer and chicken controversy surrounding the team was overblown and retarded.