Thursday, August 31, 2023

Guardians grab Giolito, 2 more Angels castoffs

The Guardians have claimed starting pitcher Lucas Giolito and relievers Matt Moore and Reynaldo Lopez off waivers from the Angels, sources told ESPN.

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White Sox elevate ex-player Getz to GM role

Chris Getz, a former player in his seventh season in the front office for the White Sox, has been promoted to senior vice president/general manager.

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The summer signings that will rule the 2024 NHL trade deadline: Tarasenko, Dumba, eight others

Some free agent deals are made for the long term. Others could be made with a trade return in mind next spring. Here are 10 that fall into the second category.

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Who's No. 1 entering September in our MLB Power Rankings?

There's one month of regular season baseball left -- and a number of teams are neck-in-neck fighting for playoff positioning, including three divisional rivals in the AL.

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Sources: D.R. investigating 2nd Franco complaint

A special prosecutor in the Dominican Republic, which investigates crimes committed against children, hopes to speak with Rays shortstop Wander Franco in the coming weeks, sources told ESPN.

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Veteran winger Hagelin retires due to eye injury

Veteran winger Carl Hagelin announced his retirement on Wednesday, citing an eye injury that has kept him out of game action since 2022.

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Red-hot Harper blasts 300th career home run

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper hit his 300th career home run, becoming the 158th player in MLB history to reach that mark.

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Toe surgery will end Red Sox OF Duran's season

As the Boston Red Sox fight to remain in the hunt for a playoff spot, they'll have to do so without center fielder Jarren Duran, who will undergo turf toe surgery Wednesday that will end his season, Red Sox manager Alex Cora told reporters Tuesday.

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Sources: Giolito among 5 Angels put on waivers

The Angels placed nearly a quarter of their roster on waivers Tuesday, including starter Lucas Giolito, relievers Matt Moore and Reynaldo Lopez, and outfielders Hunter Renfroe and Randal Grichuk, sources told ESPN.

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Jays SS Bichette on IL due to strained quad

All-Star shortstop Bo Bichette was put on the 10-day injured list by the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday because of a strained right quadriceps.

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Brewers put Houser on IL with elbow stiffness

The Brewers are hoping right-hander Adrian Houser will miss only a couple of starts.

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Ex-Pirates owner G. Ogden Nutting dies at 87

Former Pirates majority owner G. Ogden Nutting has died at age 87.

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Police: Shooting involved gun fired inside ballpark

A shooting that wounded two women at Friday's Chicago White Sox-Oakland Athletics game most likely involved a gun that went off inside Guaranteed Rate Field, Chicago interim police superintendent said Monday, adding that "it's still under investigation."

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Braves reinstate 2B Albies (hamstring) from IL

The Atlanta Braves reinstated All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies from the 10-day injured list on Monday.

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Guardians designate Syndergaard for assignment

Noah Syndergaard, who allowed five runs and four hits in six innings Sunday in what proved to be his final start for the Cleveland Guardians, was designated for assignment less than a month after the team acquired him from the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Benches empty as Rays beat 'last-place' Yankees

In a game that featured benches and bullpens emptying twice in the eighth inning, the AL wild card-leading Tampa Bay Rays defeated the last-place New York Yankees 7-4 in a contentious matchup on Sunday in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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Lappe's walk-off HR lifts California to LLBWS title

Louis Lappe hit a walk-off homer and California beat Curacao 6-5 in the Little League World Series championship, despite giving up a four-run lead.

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Jays' Bichette (quadriceps) exits after five innings

Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette, who returned Aug. 19 after missing 16 games because of right knee tendinitis, left Toronto's game against the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday after five innings because of a sore right quadriceps.

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Sunday, August 27, 2023

Blue Jays reliever Swanson lands on 15-day IL

The Blue Jays have placed reliever Erik Swanson on the 15-day injured list due to thoracic spine inflammation.

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Angels' Silseth taken to hospital after exiting start

Los Angeles Angels right-hander Chase Silseth, 23, was transported to a hospital after being struck in the head on an unusual play during the fourth inning of Saturday night's 5-3 victory over the host New York Mets.

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Brewers owner optimistic about stadium talks

Brewers principal owner Mark Attanasio expressed optimism about the status of negotiations involving renovations to American Family Field and indicated Saturday he wants to make sure the team stays in Milwaukee.

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GM: Ohtani declined imaging after Aug. 3 exit

Shohei Ohtani declined imaging after he left an Aug. 3 start against Seattle after four innings because of cramping in his pitching hand and fingers, Los Angeles Angels general manager Perry Minasian said Saturday.

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Verdugo's leadoff HR makes Red Sox history

Alex Verdugo became the first player in Boston Red Sox history to hit a leadoff homer in the first inning in three straight games, connecting Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Fenway Park.

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Saturday, August 26, 2023

Cardinals' Arenado leaves early with tight back

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado left Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies in the seventh inning with what the club described as lower- back tightness.

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Betts receives lengthy ovation in Boston return

Mookie He saluted the Red Sox dugout, touched his hand to his heart and then took off his helmet and gestured to the fans, with Boston manager Alex Cora and third baseman Rafael Devers among those on the team applauding.

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Yanks pitcher's dad pilots team's flight to Tampa

The father of Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt was a pilot on the team's charter flight to Florida on Thursday ahead of their weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Ohtani at DH for Angels vs. Mets after elbow tear

Shohei Ohtani was batting second as the designated hitter against the Mets on Friday night in the Angels' first game after announcing the two-way star had torn the UCL in his right elbow.

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Friday, August 25, 2023

Astros' 16-run loss ties for worst in team history

While the Red Sox set season highs for runs and hits in a 17-1 victory vs. Houston, the Astros' 16-run deficit tied for the worst in franchise history.

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Reds place Votto (shoulder) on 10-day injured list

The Cincinnati Reds placed first baseman/designated hitter Joey Votto on the 10-day injured list Thursday with left shoulder discomfort and recalled outfielder Nick Senzel from Triple-A Louisville.

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Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Friday's MLB games

Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set your fantasy baseball lineups for Friday, August 25.

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Francona planning surgeries, mum on retirement

Guardians manager Terry Francona has already scheduled shoulder replacement surgery and plans on having a pair of hernia operations at the end of this season, but isn't quite ready to announce his retirement.

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Padres reliever Suarez ejected for sticky stuff

Robert Suarez denied using any illegal substances, saying he only had sunscreen on his arm because it was a day game.

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Cashman admits season 'a disaster,' to find cause

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, faced with the team's worst season in more than 30 years, admitted "it's been a disaster" and promised a search to find out the cause.

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Astros reinstate 1B Abreu from injured list

The Houston Astros reinstated first baseman José Abreu from the injured list before their game Wednesday night against the Boston Red Sox.

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Rangers sign Lafreniere to two-year, $4.65M deal

The New York Rangers have re-signed Alexis Lafrenière, inking the young winger to a two-year contract worth $4.65 million.

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Ohtani hits 44th HR, exits in 2nd with arm fatigue

Shohei Ohtani, who hit his major-league-leading 44th home run in the first inning, left the mound in the middle of an at-bat during the second inning Wednesday because of arm fatigue, the Angels said.

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Leafs, Matthews reach 4-year, $53M extension

The Maple Leafs took care of their biggest offseason priority Wednesday, signing star center Auston Matthews to a four-year extension worth $53 million.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Reinsdorf, White Sox fire EVP Williams, GM Hahn

Vice president Ken Williams and senior vice president and general manager Rick Hahn were fired by the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, the team announced in a social media post, with owner Jerry Reinsdorf saying "this is an incredibly difficult decision."

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Mariners transfer Hancock to 60-day injured list

The Seattle Mariners transferred right-handed pitcher Emerson Hancock to the 60-day injured list and reinstated right-hander Bryan Woo from the 15-day IL among a flurry of moves, and Woo was in line to make the start Tuesday against the Chicago White Sox.

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Royals unveil plans for 2 locations for new home

The Royals unveiled plans for two dramatically different locations for a replacement to the aging Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday, calling them on equal footing even as the team-issued date for a decision looms next month.

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Francona 'beat up,' hasn't decided on retirement

Guardians manager Terry Francona had talks with the team about his future, saying he's feeling "old and kind of beat up" as the season winds down.

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

'A decade of disaster': As Ohtani's free agency looms, Arte's Angels at crossroads

After going all-in, L.A. looks poised for another playoff-free October -- and the potential loss of a once-in-a-lifetime superstar.

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The Shohei Ohtani True Value Calculator

Breaking down the most unique free-agent-to-be in baseball history.

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Reports: Yanks call up prospects Pereira, Peraza

The last-place New York Yankees, losers of eight in a row and nine games off the pace in the American League wild-card race, will promote a pair of prospects this week, outfielder Everson Pereira and infielder Oswald Peraza, according to multiple reports.

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Pirates place Davis (hand) on 10-day injured list

The Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday placed former No. 1 overall draft pick Henry Davis on the 10-day injured list with a strained right hand, and recalled infielder Vinny Capra from Triple-A Indianapolis before opening a series vs. the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Monday, August 21, 2023

Waiver watch: Look to the roaring Tigers and Mariners

Tristan makes his recommendations of which MLB players deserve to be claimed off your fantasy baseball league's waiver wire and added to your lineups.

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Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott stand out with custom bats

The Phillies sluggers took the plate with bats designed like the Phillie Phanatic and a No. 2 pencil.

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'He is ready': Harrison to debut for Giants Tuesday

Speaking after San Francisco's 4-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, Giants manager Gabe Kapler announced that the club's top pitching prospect, Kyle Harrison, 22, will make his MLB debut on Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Phillies.

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'Scuffling' Yankees' skid at 8 after overturned call

An overturned call at the plate, while Anthony Volpe was on first base, led to the latest loss in what has become the Yankees' worst season in decades, as New York saw its losing streak extended to eight in a 6-5 defeat to the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.

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Reds' Greene gives up 5 HRs to Jays in return

Reds right-hander Hunter Greene made his first start since June 17 after a lengthy IL stint and gave up 10 hits and five home runs to the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Caffeinated Keuchel takes perfect game into 7th

Dallas Keuchel carried a perfect game into the seventh inning before allowing a double to Bryan Reynolds in Minnesota's 2-0 win over Pittsburgh on Sunday.

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Scherzer now 11th all time on MLB's strikeout list

Max Scherzer, making his fourth start for the AL West-leading Texas Rangers since getting traded from the New York Mets, moved into 11th place on baseball's career strikeout list, notching No. 3,343 Sunday to pass Hall of Fame knuckleballer Phil Niekro.

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Sunday, August 20, 2023

Buxton may play some outfield after IL return

The Twins' Byron Buxton, who has appeared in 85 games this season as a DH, could return to the outfield "on occasion" after coming off the IL.

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Tigers cut vet catcher Haase, sign free agent Kelly

The Detroit Tigers designated veteran Eric Haase for assignment and signed free agent catcher Carson Kelly on Saturday.

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Jays DFA DeJong after 18 days, activate Bichette

The Toronto Blue Jays, who needed a roster spot with the return of All-Star shortstop Bo Bichette, designated veteran infielder Paul DeJong for assignment on Saturday, 18 days after acquiring him from the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Saturday, August 19, 2023

Ducks acquire Lyubushkin from Sabres for pick

The Ducks acquired defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin in a trade with the Sabres on Friday night, sending a fourth-round draft choice in 2025 to Buffalo.

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Yankees' Rodón to return to rotation Tuesday

Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón, who has been on the IL since Aug. 7, will return to the rotation Tuesday, with Luis Severino pushed to Wednesday.

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Dodgers sign 2B Wong to minor league contract

The Dodgers have signed infielder Kolten Wong to a minor league deal. He was batting .165 with a .241 on-base percentage in 67 games with the Mariners.

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Friday, August 18, 2023

Mets' Vientos placed on IL with wrist tendinitis

The New York Mets on Thursday placed infielder Mark Vientos on the 10-day injured list because of left wrist tendinitis.

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Toews steps away to focus on health, not retiring

Jonathan Toews, who is an unrestricted free agent after 15 seasons with the Blackhawks, said he's stepping away from the game to focus on his health.

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Cardinals' Gorman goes on IL with back strain

Cardinals infielder Nolan Gorman, who has 24 home runs this season, was placed on the injured list with a lower back strain.

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Stroman has rib cartilage fracture; season in air

The Cubs' playoff hopes suffered a big blow Tuesday, when it was announced right-hander Marcus Stroman has a right rib cartilage fracture. There is no timeline for his return.

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D.R. lawyer: Franco inquiry led by special division

A prosecutor in the Dominican Republic says an investigation into Rays All-Star shortstop Wander Franco is being handled by a division specializing in minors and gender violence in the province of Peravia.

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Manfred supports Royals' plans for new ballpark

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred touted the Royals' new stadium project as a "tremendous opportunity" for the team and the community.

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Astros' Altuve exits after fouling ball off shin

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve left Tuesday's game against the Miami Marlins after fouling the first pitch he saw off his left shin.

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Padres' Wacha (shoulder) off IL to face Orioles

Michael Wacha returns to the mound to face the Orioles on Tuesday night after spending more than a month on the injured list with shoulder inflammation.

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Rays place Margot on IL with a right elbow injury

The Tampa Bay Rays placed veteran outfielder Manuel Margot, who was diagnosed with loose bodies in his right elbow, on the 10-day injured list Tuesday and recalled second baseman Jonathan Aranda from Triple-A Durham.

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Nats activate Harvey (elbow) after 4 weeks on IL

Nationals reliever Hunter Harvey, who had nine saves in his first spin in the closer's role, was activated Tuesday after four weeks on the injured list.

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

D-backs send McCarthy to minors, recall Lewis

The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned outfielder Jake McCarthy to Triple-A Reno on Monday and recalled outfielder Kyle Lewis.

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Dodgers place RHP Kelly (forearm) on 15-day IL

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed right-hander Joe Kelly on the 15-day injured list Sunday with right forearm inflammation.

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Rockies' Profar injured after slamming into wall

Colorado left fielder Jurickson Profar left the Rockies' game against Los Angeles on Sunday after he ran into the wall while making an inning-ending catch.

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Mariners' Gonzales set for nerve surgery Aug. 22

Seattle Mariners veteran left-hander Marco Gonzales, 31, who is 4-1 with a 5.22 ERA in 10 starts, will undergo nerve surgery later this month and will miss the rest of the season.

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Sunday, August 13, 2023

Ohtani to skip next start due to arm fatigue

Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani will skip his next scheduled pitching start Wednesday at Texas because of arm fatigue.

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Braves blast six homers in 21-3 blowout of Mets

Ozzie Albies homered and drove in six runs, and the Atlanta Braves pounded the New York Mets 21-3 on Saturday in the opening game of a doubleheader.

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Astros place Abreu (back), Maton (elbow) on IL

The Houston Astros placed first baseman Jose Abreu on the 10-day injured list Saturday and sent right-hander Phil Maton on the 15-day IL.

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Saturday, August 12, 2023

Hendriks happy to be pain-free, eyes '24 return

White Sox closer Liam Hendriks said Friday he doesn't think his quick return from cancer led to an elbow injury that ultimately forced him to have Tommy John surgery.

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M's Crawford goes on concussion IL after collision

The Seattle Mariners placed shortstop J.P. Crawford on the 7-day concussion injured list Friday.

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Yanks' Cortes returns to IL with rotator cuff strain

Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes, who made one start since a two-month injury absence, is back on the IL with a left rotator cuff strain.

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Friday, August 11, 2023

'Joey Bats' inks 1-day deal, retires with Blue Jays

José Bautista, whose dramatic home run in Game 5 propelled Toronto to the 2015 ALCS, has signed a one-day deal to retire with the Blue Jays.

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Kershaw sharp in 5-inning return as Dodgers rally

Clayton Kershaw, making his first start since June 27, gave up one run and three hits in five innings, getting a no-decision as the Dodgers rallied for a 2-1 win over the Rockies.

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Phils to give Lorenzen 8 days of rest after no-no

Michael Lorenzen will get some extra rest after pushing himself beyond his usual limits while throwing a no-hitter.

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Phillies' Harper (back) exits early vs. Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper was lifted from Thursday's home game against the Washington Nationals in the fifth inning because of a mid-back spasm.

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O's put lefty relief ace Coulombe (biceps) on IL

Danny Coulombe, the Orioles' top left-handed reliever this season, went on the 15-day injured list because of left biceps tendinitis.

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Hit ball gets lodged in out light of Green Monster

Kyle Isbel hit a liner that crashed through a red light near the base of the Green Monster at Fenway Park and lodged inside the broken light for a ground-rule double on Wednesday night.

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Phillies 28-year-old Weston homers in first at-bat

Phillies' 28-year-old rookie Weston Wilson, who was drafted in 2016, homered on the third pitch of his first major league at-bat on Wednesday.

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Dodgers DH Martinez's MRI clean; IL not likely

Dodgers DH J.D. Martinez isn't expected to go on the injured list, but it's unlikely he'll return to the lineup until at least Saturday, according to manager Dave Roberts.

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Cubs rookie Assad to start Friday, Smyly to pen

With every game critical in a close playoff race, the Chicago Cubs are moving struggling left-hander Drew Smyly to the bullpen and will start rookie righty Javier Assad on Friday at the Blue Jays.

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Blue Jays' Kiermaier to IL, Ryu OK after X-ray

The Toronto Blue Jays placed center fielder Kevin Kiermaier on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after he cut his arm making a leaping catch against the wall in Boston on Sunday.

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Fill-in ump has 3 calls overturned in Nats-Phils

Lew Williams, who got the assignment at first base after being called up from Triple-A, went 0-for-3 on challenged calls in the first game of a doubleheader between the Nationals and Phillies.

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M's put starter Woo on 15-day IL, release Festa

Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo went on the 15-day injured list with right forearm inflammation, and reliever Matt Festa was designated for assignment.

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Former Tigers catcher, analyst Price dies at 81

Jim Price, a former Tigers catcher who played on their 1968 championship team and a broadcast analyst for decades, has died. He was 81.

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Turner thanks fans on billboards around Philly

Trea Turner thanked Phillies fans Monday via 12 digital billboards in the greater Philadelphia area after a series in which they gave him standing ovations in at-bats throughout the weekend against the Royals.

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Yankees place Rodon (hamstring) on 15-day IL

The Yankees placed Carlos Rodon on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain and reinstated Jonathan Loaisiga from the 60-day IL.

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Monday, August 7, 2023

Rangers' Jung fractures thumb, will see specialist

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung exited Sunday's 6-0 victory over the Miami Marlins in the sixth inning with a left thumb fracture, and manager Bruce Bochy said in his postgame media availability that the All-Star is scheduled to see a specialist.

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Dodgers RHP Grove heads to IL; Hudson recalled

The Dodgers placed right-hander Michael Grove, who pitched Saturday night, on the 15-day injured list with right lat tightness on Sunday and recalled left-hander Bryan Hudson.

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Yankees' Rodon exits with left hamstring tightness

After a second meeting on the mound with trainers and plate umpire Angel Hernandez, New York Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon exited his start against the Houston Astros in the third inning Sunday with left hamstring tightness.

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Sunday, August 6, 2023

Astros' Urquidy comes off IL to face Yankees

The Astros activated right-hander José Urquidy from the 60-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Yankees.

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Rays RHP Glasnow (back) scratched vs. Tigers

The Tampa Bay Rays scratched right-hander Tyler Glasnow from his scheduled start against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday because of back spasms.

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Phillies' Harper unlikely to return to OF this year

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper, who underwent Tommy John surgery in the offseason, likely won't play the outfield again this year manager Rob Thomson said.

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Rays' McClanahan to see specialist for arm injury

Rays pitcher Shane McClanahan (11-2) will visit with Dr. Neal Elattrache on Monday concerning the left forearm tightness that put him on the IL.

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Saturday, August 5, 2023

Padres' Musgrove (shoulder) shut down 3 weeks

Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove has inflammation in his right shoulder capsule and will be shut down for at least three weeks, GM A.J. Preller said Friday.

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Twins claim OF Luplow off waivers from Blue Jays

Outfielder Jordan Luplow, who was designated for assignment after appearing in just seven games with Toronto, was claimed off waivers by the Twins.

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Friday, August 4, 2023

Yanks put Rizzo (concussion) on IL, recall Cabrera

The New York Yankees placed first baseman Anthony Rizzo on the 10-day injured list with post-concussion syndrome and recalled utility man Oswaldo Cabrera from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre.

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Yankees in last? Reds in first? 2023's brought chaos to MLB's standings

The Yankees and Cardinals are both in last place in August for the first time in over 30 years. That's only the tip of the iceberg.

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2023 Little League World Series: Schedule, results, how to watch and more

We have your one-stop-shop for everything to know about the 2023 Little League World Series. Catch up on the latest baseball and softball action now.

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

McClanahan returning to Fla. to have arm checked

Shane McClanahan's forearm tightened up while he was warming up for the fourth inning Wednesday night, and he'll return to Tampa on Thursday to have it checked.

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Yanks' German enters alcohol abuse treatment

Yankees right-hander Domingo German has voluntarily entered inpatient treatment for alcohol abuse and won't pitch again this season.

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Cubs' Stroman put on IL with hip inflammation

Cubs right-hander Marcus Stroman, who was rocked for six runs in three innings Monday against the Reds, was placed on the 15-day injured list with inflammation in his right hip.

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Yankees' Cortes to return after two months on IL

Nestor Cortes, who hasn't pitched since in the majors since May 30 due to a left rotator cuff strain, will start for the Yankees this weekend.

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Blue Jays place AL batting leader Bichette on IL

The Blue Jays have placed shortstop Bo Bichette on the 10-day injured list with right patellar tendinitis.

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Orioles acquire right-hander Flaherty from Cards

The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-hander Jack Flaherty from the St. Louis Cardinals for three prospects, the team announced on Tuesday.

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'I hate the Yankees': Blue Jays social media has fun with Paul DeJong's old post

If social media is any indicator, new Blue Jays infielder Paul DeJong should fit in just fine in Toronto.

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Swayman nets 1-year, $3.475M deal in arbitration

The Boston Bruins and goaltender Jeremy Swayman, 24, settled on a $3.475 million award through salary arbitration for next season, the team announced, with the club choosing a one-year option for the netminder instead of two.

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Sources: Brewers acquiring OF Canha from Mets

The Milwaukee Brewers are acquiring Mark Canha from the New York Mets in exchange for minor league right-hander Justin Jarvis, sources told ESPN.

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Angels scratch Canning, to start Silseth at Braves

The Los Angeles Angels made a late audible on Monday, naming right-hander Chase Silseth their starting pitcher for the opener of a three-game series against the host Atlanta Braves.

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German ailing, as Yanks turn to Brito vs. Rays

The Yankees recalled right-handed pitcher Jhony Brito from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to start Monday night's game against the Rays in place of scheduled starter Domingo German, who has an arm issue.

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MLB pays $185M in MiLB minimum wage lawsuit

Major League Baseball has paid its $185 million settlement of a lawsuit by minor leaguers alleging violations of minimum wage laws.

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