Masataka Yoshida was excited to see Suzuki become the first Japanese player inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

One player who will likely be available is Ozuna, and he could make a lot of sense for a team like the Rangers that is hungry for offense. The designated hitter spot was supposed to be taken care of when the team signed Joc Pederson in the offseason. However, the left-handed slugger has been injured and has struggled when healthy.

In nine games back from the injured list, slugger Ivan Herrera has batted .314 in 35 at-bats as the Cardinals' designated hitter.

Shohei Ohtani's return to the mound has offered a glimpse of a bygone era of Major League Baseball. For the first time in a while -- since the universal designated hitter was made permanent beginning with the 2022 season -- a pitcher is batting on a regular basis.

The Houston Astros are targeting an All-Star DH at the trade deadline, according to MLB insider Robert Murray.

Earlier this week, Judge struggled to throw, so the Yankees sent him for testing on his injured elbow and forearm. While the imaging didn't show any damage to his UCL, the strain in his arm was enough for the Yankees to take a cautionary move.

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has spent time in both the American League and National League throughout his career. While the rules are universal between th

In the end, the DH spot remains an under-performing part of the Mets’ offense, but it will probably stay that way. Between Stearns’ comments, the competitive market, and a front office that values long-term flexibility, a meaningful addition feels more unlikely than inevitable.