Friday, May 31, 2024

D-backs' Gallen (hamstring) exits after 6 pitches

Arizona Diamondbacks ace Zac Gallen left Thursday night's start against the New York Mets after six pitches due to a right hamstring strain.

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Canes' Slavin becomes 2-time Lady Byng winner

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin won the NHL's Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct for the second time Thursday.

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Yankees place RHP Schmidt (lat) on 15-day IL

The New York Yankees placed right-handed starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain on Thursday.

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Thursday, May 30, 2024

A .466 average? 1.01 ERA? The Negro Leagues stars behind baseball's new record statistics

Here are the Negro Leagues greats who are now officially atop baseball's all-time leaderboards.

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Mets' Alonso injured vs. Dodgers, Diaz put on IL

The struggling Mets placed closer Edwin Diaz on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, shortly before slugger Pete Alonso left their afternoon matchup with the Dodgers after being hit by a pitch.

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Rangers' Seager homers for 8th time in 8 games

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager hit his eighth homer in as many games Wednesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

White Sox put Clevinger (elbow) on injured list

Chicago placed Mike Clevinger, 33, who is 0-3 with a 6.75 ERA in four starts with the White Sox after he signed as a free agent on April 4, on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation, while Jake Woodford was promoted to fill his roster spot.

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Bylsma ready for Kraken job thanks to AHL time

New Seattle Kraken coach Dan Bylsma says spending the last three seasons as an assistant in the American Hockey League has helped him rediscover some enjoyment being a coach.

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When will Ronald Acuna Jr. return? Answering three questions on his recovery

Ronald Acuna's outlook for a full recovery is promising despite rarity of MLB players suffering two ACL tears.

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Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Bylsma will be named Kraken's coach, source says

Dan Bylsma, who first broke into the NHL as a head coach in 2009 when he was hired by Pittsburgh, eventually leading the Penguins to a Stanley Cup title, is expected to be named new coach of the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Jets new coach Arniel has 'earned' second chance

Former Blue Jackets coach Scott Arniel, 61, believes overcoming the lowest point in his career -- getting fired in Columbus -- will help him reach higher aspirations with the Winnipeg Jets, he told reporters Monday in formally accepting his role as coach.

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Injured Senga 'regretful' he can't help Mets

Injured New York Mets pitcher Kodai Senga is upset he hasn't been able to help his team this season.

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Monday, May 27, 2024

Cardinals place righty Robertson (elbow) on IL

The St. Louis Cardinals placed right-hander Nick Robertson on the 15-day injured list on Sunday due to right elbow inflammation.

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'So special': Pastrnak, Czechs win gold at worlds

New York's Gerrit Cole, who faced minor league hitters on Derek Jeter Field in front of his family and a gathering of rookie-level players at the Yankees' player development complex Saturday, said he is pleased with his comeback from a right elbow injury.

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Tigers blow 5-run lead, rally with 3-run HR in 9th

The Tigers blew a five-run lead but scored five in the last two innings, including a three-run homer from Matt Vierling, to beat the Blue Jays 14-11.

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Sunday, May 26, 2024

London rolls by shutout in Memorial Cup opener

The London Knights rolled to a 4-0 victory over the Drummondville Voltigeurs to open Memorial Cup round-robin play Saturday.

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Diaz still 'our closer' after another blown save

Edwin Diaz, after a weeklong role demotion, was back closing a game for the New York Mets on Saturday, but he authored his fourth blown save in nine chances this season as the San Francisco Giants raced to a 7-2 victory at Citi Field.

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Switzerland advances to world championship final

With a roster loaded with NHL talent, Switzerland prevailed in a penalty shootout on Saturday, stunning Team Canada 3-2 to set up the final against the Czech Republic at the ice hockey world championship in Prague.

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Saturday, May 25, 2024

O's lose another starter as RHP Kremer put on IL

The Orioles have put right-hander Dean Kremer on the 15-day injured with a triceps strain, a day after putting lefty John Means on the IL with a forearm strain.

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Senga's return to Mets delayed following setback

Kodai Senga underwent an MRI on his triceps Friday that revealed nerve inflammation. He will be shut down for three to five days before being reevaluated.

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Jets promote Arniel to replace Bowness as coach

The Jets have promoted assistant Scott Arniel to head coach. The former Winnipeg player replaces Rick Bowness, who retired after the season.

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Astros' Abreu moved to Triple-A from training site

First baseman Jose Abreu took a step toward returning to the Houston Astros when he was assigned to Triple-A Sugar Land on Friday.

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Friday, May 24, 2024

Reds place RHP Pagan (triceps) on 15-day IL

The Cincinnati Reds placed right-hander Emilio Pagan on the 15-day injured list on Thursday due to right triceps tightness.

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Mariners claim right-hander Salazar off waivers

The Mariners claimed Eduardo Salazar off waivers from the Dodgers on Thursday, while left-hander Sammy Peralta was designated for assignment.

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Avs' Landeskog looking to return next season

Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog said he is looking to return next season after missing the last two seasons with a knee injury

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

Mariners' Julio Rodriguez lights up his game with glow-in-the-dark bat

Julio Rodriguez's new baseball bat will have him at the plate in style.

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Pads' Bogaerts broke shoulder; no surgery for now

The Padres placed second baseman Xander Bogaerts on the injured list Wednesday with a fractured left shoulder. The team said he does not require surgery at this time but the bone needs time to heal.

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Sources: Devils hiring Keefe as new head coach

Sheldon Keefe, who had a 212-97-40 record in 4 1/2 seasons as coach of the Maple Leafs before he was fired, will be the new coach of the Devils, sources told ESPN.

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Rangers' Dunning off IL, to start vs. Phillies

The Texas Rangers reinstated right-hander Dane Dunning from the 15-day injured list Wednesday and named him their starter for Wednesday night's game at Philadelphia.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Rockies activate Bryant, back, from injured list

The Colorado Rockies reinstated infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant from the 10-day injured list and optioned outfielder Sean Bouchard to Triple-A Albuquerque.

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Guardians place SP Carrasco on IL, promote Curry

Cleveland Guardians placed Tuesday's previously scheduled starter, Carlos Carrasco, a 37-year-old right-hander, on the injured list because of an acute neck spasm, and recalled Xzavion Curry from Triple-A Columbus to step in against the New York Mets.

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Cubs activate Swanson ahead of Braves series

The Cubs have activated Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list and recalled infielder Luis Vázquez. The team optioned Pete Crow-Armstrong and infielder Miles Mastrobuoni to Triple-A Iowa.

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Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Brewers' Ross exits start early with strained back

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Joe Ross has left his start against the Miami Marlins after the first inning because of a lower back strain.

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Yanks' Cole to face hitters, an 'important' step

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner who has been one of the majors' most durable pitchers, will take another step in his recovery from nerve inflammation in his elbow on Tuesday, when he faces hitters.

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Sweden stays perfect; Britain, Poland relegated

Sweden beat France 3-1 to preserve a perfect record at the ice hockey world championship and clinch a group top spot.

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With Wolves in WCF, Twins move Friday game time

The Minnesota Twins announced Monday that they are moving up the start time of Friday's home game against the Texas Rangers one hour to help with any logistical concerns in Minneapolis, given the NBA's Western Conference finals are also in town this week.

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Monday, May 20, 2024

Pillar, 'always ready,' posts 1,000th caeer hit

Los Angeles Angels veteran outfielder Kevin Pillar, 35, playing for his ninth big league franchise over 12 seasons of service time, recorded the 1,000th hit of his career on Sunday, securing a series-clinching 4-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.

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U.S. advances at hockey worlds; Canada now 6-0

Latvia prevailed over Slovakia 3-2 in a penalty shootout Sunday to send the United States to the next round of the ice hockey world championship. Also, Dylan Cozens rallied Canada past Switzerland 3-2 for its sixth win in six games.

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Sunday, May 19, 2024

'Joy to watch': Cubs' Imanaga lowers ERA to 0.84

Chicago starter Shota Imanaga lowered his ERA to 0.84 on Saturday after throwing seven shutout innings in the Cubs' 1-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the lowest mark through a pitcher's first nine career games since ERA became official in 1913.

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Barkov, 'best player in the world,' wins 2nd Selke

Center Aleksander Barkov, the 28-year-old captain of the Florida Panthers, won the Selke Trophy as the NHL's best defensive forward, the league announced on Saturday night, the second time in his young career he has been honored with the award.

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NHL awards and trophies for the 2023-24 season: Full schedule, list of winners

It's time to recognize the best players from this season. Who will take home the hardware for MVP, rookie of the year and more?

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Saturday, May 18, 2024

Fashion habits: NHL signifcant others' 2024 NHL playoffs WAGs jackets don't disappoint

Significant others of NHL players are honoring the fashionable playoff hockey tradition with custom-made jackets.

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Ohtani Day to be annual celebration in L.A.

The city of Los Angeles has declared May 17 Shohei Ohtani Day, with the city council passing a resolution to make this an annual observance for the duration of Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers career.

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Source: Ex-Blues coach Berube getting Leafs job

The Maple Leafs are hiring former Blues coach Craig Berube to replace Sheldon Keefe.

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Friday, May 17, 2024

Dodgers pitcher Sheehan undergoes UCL surgery

Emmet Sheehan, who gives L.A. important starting pitching depth, had surgery Wednesday and won't pitch this season.

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Ballpark figures: Yanks' Soto open to negotiations

Juan Soto is open to in-season contract negotiations with the Yankees. Said owner Hal Steinbrenner: "I think we'd like to see him here for the rest of his career."

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Canada wins again, U.S. beats France at worlds

Canada eased past Norway for its fourth straight win at the ice hockey world championship while the U.S. cruised to a 5-0 victory over France.

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A's Waldichuk has reconstructive elbow surgery

Oakland Athletics left-hander Ken Waldichuk had reconstructive surgery on his troublesome pitching elbow and will be sidelined all season, another tough injury blow for the pitcher this past year.

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Thursday, May 16, 2024

MLB attorney: Loss of Comcast 'devastating'

Attorneys for MLB, the NBA and the NHL expressed strong concerns with Diamond Sports Group's ability to emerge from bankruptcy during a status conference on Wednesday.

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Blackhawks accused of fraud, sexual harassment

A consultant hired to improve relationships with American Indian tribes is accusing the Chicago Blackhawks, its charity foundation and its CEO of fraud, breach of contract and sexual harassment.

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Astros' Blanco gets 10-game ban for sticky glove

Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco was suspended 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount after he was ejected by umpires Tuesday for a foreign substance in his glove.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Tavares rescues Canada in OT victory over Austria

Canada squandered a five-goal lead in the third period before Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares scored 15 seconds into overtime to give the defending champions a 7-6 win over Austria at the ice hockey world championship on Tuesday in Prague.

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Tigers reinstate Urshela after hamstring injury

Tigers third baseman Gio Urshela, who has been sidelined since April 19 with a strained right hamstring, returned from the injured list Tuesday.

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Tuesday, May 14, 2024

A's RHP Blackburn to 15-day IL with foot injury

A's right-hander Paul Blackburn has a stress reaction in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot and has been put on the 15-day injured list.

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Canucks' Soucy suspended for shot to McDavid

Canucks defenseman Carson Soucy has been suspended for Game 4 of their Stanley Cup playoff series for cross-checking Edmonton forward Connor McDavid in the face.

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Monday, May 13, 2024

Panthers rally behind disputed goal, edge Bruins

Sam Bennett scored on a disputed goal upheld by review and Aleksander Barkov netted the go-ahead goal as the Panthers beat the Bruins 3-2 to take a 3-1 series lead.

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Guardians unveil City Connect uniforms, inspired by the Guardians of Traffic statues

The Cleveland Guardians design leans into the resiliency of Cleveland, while connecting the past with the present.

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Mets' Nimmo out with soreness, eyes Mon. return

The Mets' Brandon Nimmo, who has a team-high 25 RBI, was held out of Sunday's game vs. Atlanta with soreness in his side. He hopes to return to the lineup Monday.

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Giants put Conforto on IL, then watch Lee exit

Giants outfielder Michael Conforto was put on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. Jung Hoo Lee could be headed there, as well, as he left Sunday's game holding his left arm after attempting a catch against the wall vs. the Reds.

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Sunday, May 12, 2024

Gaudreau, Team USA post 6-1 win over Germany

Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau had a goal and an assist, and Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk tallied as well, as the United States rebounded from a 5-2 loss to Sweden by topping Germany 6-1 at the ice hockey world championship Saturday.

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Schwarber (back) sits out as Phils take on Marlins

Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber missed his first game this season Saturday in Miami because of back soreness, and manager Rob Thomson, speaking with reporters before the game vs. the Marlins, said "we're going to take it day by day. When he's ready, we'll go."

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Saturday, May 11, 2024

Cubs' Swanson (knee) put on IL: Suzuki activated

The Chicago Cubs placed shortstop Dansby Swanson on the 10-day injured list prior to Friday night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates and activated outfielder Seiya Suzuki off the same list.

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United States open worlds with loss to Sweden

The United States lost to Sweden 5-2 in its opening match at the ice hockey world championship on Friday. Zach Werenski and Brock Nelson scored for the Americans.

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Ex-MLB IF Burroughs dies coaching Little League

Sean Burroughs, a winner of the Little League World Series, a 2000 Olympic gold medalist and a first-round pick in the MLB draft, has died at the age of 43.

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Friday, May 10, 2024

Trout: Surgery better than waiting, DH-only role

Angels star Mike Trout says his decision to have meniscus surgery was better than postponing the procedure, playing through pain and being a designated hitter the rest of the season.

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Brewers lefty Gasser to make MLB debut Friday

Brewers left-hander Robert Gasser, acquired in the 2022 trade that sent Josh Hader to San Diego, is expected to make his big league debut Friday against the Cardinals.

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Rangers' Sborz back on IL due to right shoulder

Rangers reliever Josh Sborz, who missed 17 games last month because of a right rotator cuff strain, went back on the 15-day injured list for the same shoulder issue.

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

Mariners place reliever Saucedo (knee) on IL

The Seattle Mariners on Wednesday placed left-handed reliever Tayler Saucedo on the 15-day injured list and called up left-hander Kirby Snead amid a flurry of moves.

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Pirates to call up top pitching prospect Skenes

The Pirates are calling up star prospect Paul Skenes, and the hard-throwing right-hander is expected to debut Saturday at PNC Park against the Cubs.

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Athletics place SS Hernaiz on IL with ankle injury

The Oakland Athletics placed rookie shortstop Darell Hernaiz on the 10-day injured list Wednesday because of a left ankle injury.

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024

NHL-worst Sharks win lottery, right to choose No. 1

The San Jose Sharks, in a period of transition and currently without a head coach, won the NHL draft lottery on Tuesday night, following a regular season in which they posted just 19 wins and 47 points, good for last in the entire league.

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Former MLB player Monte Harrison plans to walk on to the Arkansas Razorbacks as a receiver

The 28-year-old Harrison had signed a letter of intent in 2014 to play at Nebraska before being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers.

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'Misfit' Marchessault 'would love to stay' with Vegas

As Vegas looks ahead to the offseason, longtime Golden Knight Jonathan Marchessault, a free agent in July, and his future, were the major topics of the team's locker-room cleanout day Tuesday, and the veteran told reporters simply, "I would love to stay."

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

NBA ROY Victor Wembanyama joins list of greatest debut seasons ever

The Spurs center averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds and a league-leading 3.6 blocks per game as a rookie.

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Blake: Kings won't buy out Dubois, vow 'to help him'

Less than a week after his team was eliminated from the postseason, Los Angeles Kings general manager Rob Blake said the team will not buy out the contract of maligned star center Pierre-Luc Dubois, who struggled in his first season with the club.

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Ducks goaltending coach declared cancer-free

The Anaheim Ducks announced that goaltending coach Sudarshan Maharaj has been declared cancer-free one year after diagnosis.

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White Sox bring up RHP Clevinger from Triple-A

Right-hander Mike Clevinger was recalled by the White Sox from Triple-A Charlotte to start Monday night's game at Tampa Bay.

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Monday, May 6, 2024

Padres place struggling Musgrove (elbow) on IL

The Padres have placed struggling right-hander Joe Musgrove on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his pitching elbow.

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Ohtani clubs 2 HRs, now tied for MLB lead at 10

Shohei Ohtani went 4 for 4 with two home runs, and the Dodgers beat the Braves, 5-1, to sweep the three-game series.

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Red Sox end Twins' winning streak at 12 games

The Red Sox ended Minnesota's 12-game winning streak on Sunday after beating the Twins 9-2.

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Star Pirates prospect Skenes gives up 1st pro HR

Pitching in Triple-A, star Pirates prospect Paul Skenes allowed his first career home run as a pro Sunday.

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Sunday, May 5, 2024

Maple Leafs' Matthews in, Woll out for series finale

Toronto's Auston Matthews, who missed Games 5 and 6 after exiting Game 4 with an illness, took the ice with the Maple Leafs Saturday, and will play Game 7 vs. the Bruins, but a source told ESPN's Emily Kaplan pregame that by no means is Matthews 100%.

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Giants put catcher Bailey on 7-day concussion IL

The San Francisco Giants placed starting catcher Patrick Bailey on the seven-day concussion injured list Saturday and recalled Blake Sabol from Triple-A Sacramento.

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Saturday, May 4, 2024

Yankees ace Cole to throw off mound Saturday

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is scheduled to throw off a mound Saturday for the first time since injuring his elbow in spring training.

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Mets move winless Houser (8.16 ERA) to pen

The Mets have moved struggling starter Adrian Houser to the bullpen for at least one turn through the rotation.

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Rangers place Eovaldi on IL with groin strain

The Texas Rangers placed right-hander Nathan Eovaldi on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right groin strain.

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Pirates activate Grandal (foot) from injured list

The Pittsburgh Pirates activated catcher Yasmani Grandal (left foot plantar fasciitis) from the 10-day injured list on Friday.

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Friday, May 3, 2024

Bally Sports channels pulled off air by Comcast

Bally Sports channels carried by the distributor Comcast went dark at the start of May after Comcast and Bally's bankrupt operator, Diamond Sports Group, failed to agree on a new contract.

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Game time down 1 minute in year 2 of pitch clock

The average time of a nine-inning game is 2 hours, 36 minutes through the first full month of the major league season, down 1 minute from 2023 in the second year of the pitch clock.

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

The role of the 'rally sausage' in Twins' recent triumphs

The Cloverdale summer tangy sausage has served as a rally object for the Twins since its introduction last Thursday.

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Cora touts roster flexibility as Yoshida latest to IL

Injuries continue to pile up for the Red Sox, with designated hitter Masataka Yoshida becoming the 13th Boston player to hit the injured list this season.

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Bruins' Montgomery 'still pissed off' over G5 loss

A day after the Bruins' 2-1 overtime loss to Toronto in Game 5 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series, Boston coach Jim Montgomery said he's 'still pissed off.'

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Rockies call up highly rated OF Beck for debut

The Rockies have called up outfielder Jordan Beck to make his major league debut against the Marlins on Tuesday night. The 23-year-old is Colorado's No. 4 prospect.

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Reports: Brewers to call up infield prospect Black

The Brewers will call up top infield prospect Tyler Black in advance of Tuesday's home game against the Rays, according to multiple reports.

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Oshie would 'love to play' 17th year, if back obliges

Washington veteran forward T.J. Oshie, 37, didn't call it a career on Tuesday, but the Capitals winger acknowledged that he and doctors must find a solution to his chronic back problems before committing to return for a 17th season in the NHL.

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