Today: November 22, 2024
Today: November 22, 2024

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‘Hello guys, can I play?’: MLB catcher joins neighborhood Wiffle ball game

‘Hello guys, can I play?’: MLB catcher joins neighborhood Wiffle ball game

August 26, 2024
‘Hello guys, can I play?’: MLB catcher joins neighborhood Wiffle ball game
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It was another incredible week for history-making sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani

Even by their lofty standards, Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani had quite a week

August 26, 2024
It was another incredible week for history-making sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani
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Lake Mary, Florida, rallies to beat Taiwan 2-1 in 8 innings to win Little League World Series title

Lathan Norton scored from second base on an overthrow at first as Lake Mary, Florida, rallied Sunday to beat Taiwan 2-1 in eight innings and claim the Little League World Series championship

August 25, 2024
Lake Mary, Florida, rallies to beat Taiwan 2-1 in 8 innings to win Little League World Series title
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Aaron Judge hits 2 more homers for the Yankees to get to 51 on the season

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit his 50th homer of the season, connecting in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies

August 25, 2024
Aaron Judge hits 2 more homers for the Yankees to get to 51 on the season
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Double Duty: For Danny Jansen, playing for both teams in same game is chance at baseball history

Boston Red Sox catcher Danny Jansen is enjoying his odd slice of baseball history as he prepares to become the first major league player ever to appear in the same game for both teams

August 25, 2024
Double Duty: For Danny Jansen, playing for both teams in same game is chance at baseball history
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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani throws off a mound for 1st time since elbow surgery last fall

Shohei Ohtani has thrown off a mound for the first time since having elbow surgery last year that has kept the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar from pitching this season

August 25, 2024
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani throws off a mound for 1st time since elbow surgery last fall
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Florida beats Texas 10-7 in Little League World Series semifinal and will face Taiwan for title

Luis Calo hit a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning as Lake Mary, Florida, beat Boerne, Texas, 10-7 on Saturday in a wild game that sent the Southeast region representative to the Little League World Series championship

August 24, 2024
Florida beats Texas 10-7 in Little League World Series semifinal and will face Taiwan for title
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Bowden Francis carries a no-hit bid into the 9th inning as the Blue Jays beat the Angels 3-1

Bowden Francis struck out a career-high 12 in a dominant performance for the Toronto Blue Jays, carrying a no-hitter into the ninth inning of a 3-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels

August 24, 2024
Bowden Francis carries a no-hit bid into the 9th inning as the Blue Jays beat the Angels 3-1
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Striking out 12, Taiwan defeats Venezuela 4-1 in the Little League World Series semifinal

Taiwan beat Venezuela 4-1 in the championship game of the international bracket at the Little League World Series

August 24, 2024
Striking out 12, Taiwan defeats Venezuela 4-1 in the Little League World Series semifinal
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Shohei Ohtani joins famed 40-40 club after extraordinary walk-off grand slam

Shohei Ohtani joins famed 40-40 club after extraordinary walk-off grand slam

August 24, 2024
Shohei Ohtani joins famed 40-40 club after extraordinary walk-off grand slam
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Shohei Ohtani is baseball's fastest 40-40 man and has time to become the first member of 50-50 club

Shohei Ohtani has time to make more history this season

August 24, 2024
Shohei Ohtani is baseball's fastest 40-40 man and has time to become the first member of 50-50 club
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Babe Ruth's 'called shot' jersey could get as much as $30 million at auction

The jersey worn by New York Yankees slugger Babe Ruth during his famous “called shot” home run in 1932 could sell at auction for as much as $30 million

August 24, 2024
Babe Ruth's 'called shot' jersey could get as much as $30 million at auction
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Ohtani hits grand slam in 9th inning, becomes fastest player in MLB history to join 40-40 club

Shohei Ohtani hit a two-out grand slam in the ninth inning for his 40th homer after earlier stealing his 40th base, lifting the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 7-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night

August 24, 2024
Ohtani hits grand slam in 9th inning, becomes fastest player in MLB history to join 40-40 club
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'Hey, can I play with you guys?' Royals' Salvador Perez joins kids for a Wiffle ball game

Royals catcher Salvador Perez spent part of his day off playing an impromptu game of Wiffle ball with a bunch of kids in Kansas City, Kansas

August 23, 2024
'Hey, can I play with you guys?' Royals' Salvador Perez joins kids for a Wiffle ball game
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Nationals' Dylan Crews, MLB's No. 3 prospect, to make his debut on Monday, AP source says

The Washington Nationals plan to call up outfielder Dylan Crews, the No. 3 prospect in Major League Baseball

August 23, 2024
Nationals' Dylan Crews, MLB's No. 3 prospect, to make his debut on Monday, AP source says
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Dan Wilson steps into the role of manager as the struggling Mariners try to save their season

Dan Wilson will manage his first game for the Mariners on Friday night when Seattle opens a series against the San Francisco Giants

August 23, 2024
Dan Wilson steps into the role of manager as the struggling Mariners try to save their season
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Mariners fire manager Scott Servais in midst of a midseason collapse

The Seattle Mariners fired manager Scott Servais on Thursday with the team in the midst a two-month collapse that included squandering a 10-game lead in the division and slipping to the fringes of playoff contention in the American League

August 22, 2024
Mariners fire manager Scott Servais in midst of a midseason collapse
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New York Yankees defend Aaron Judge after Little League World Series coach says he ignored team

New York Yankees defend Aaron Judge after Little League World Series coach says he ignored team

August 22, 2024
New York Yankees defend Aaron Judge after Little League World Series coach says he ignored team
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Jesse Winker's pinch-hit homer in 9th gives Mets 4-3 win over Orioles

Pinch-hitter Jesse Winker led off the ninth inning with his first home run for the New York Mets, giving them another rousing 4-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles

August 21, 2024
Jesse Winker's pinch-hit homer in 9th gives Mets 4-3 win over Orioles
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Banged-up Braves scrambling to put together a lineup after an unrelenting series of injuries

In sports, there’s a mantra that everyone falls back on when there’s the inevitable injury

August 21, 2024
Banged-up Braves scrambling to put together a lineup after an unrelenting series of injuries
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Guardians outlast Yankees 9-5 in 12 innings to win longest MLB game this season

Pinch-hitter Lane Thomas delivered a tiebreaking double to spark a six-run 12th inning, and the Cleveland Guardians outlasted the New York Yankees 9-5 in the longest major league game this season

August 21, 2024
Guardians outlast Yankees 9-5 in 12 innings to win longest MLB game this season
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Braves sign IF Gio Urshela after Austin Riley goes on IL with broken hand

The Atlanta Braves have signed infielder Gio Urshela after placing third baseman Austin Riley on the injured list with a broken hand

August 20, 2024
Braves sign IF Gio Urshela after Austin Riley goes on IL with broken hand
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Alvarez's homer in 9th inning gives Mets 4-3 win over Orioles

Francisco Alvarez hit a solo home run with one out in the ninth inning to give the New York Mets a 4-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles

August 20, 2024
Alvarez's homer in 9th inning gives Mets 4-3 win over Orioles
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Houston's Verlander to come off injured list Wednesday against Boston for first start since June 9

Houston’s Justin Verlander is scheduled to come off the injured list and start the finale of a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday

August 19, 2024
Houston's Verlander to come off injured list Wednesday against Boston for first start since June 9
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Braves take another major blow, losing 3B Austin Riley for 6-8 weeks with broken hand

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley will miss at least the rest of the regular season after breaking his right hand

August 19, 2024
Braves take another major blow, losing 3B Austin Riley for 6-8 weeks with broken hand
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Yankees and Tigers are kids for a day, mingling among Little Leaguers

The Detroit Tigers and New York Yankees were like kids again as they mingled with Little Leaguers ahead of the Major League Baseball Little League Classic on Sunday night

August 18, 2024
Yankees and Tigers are kids for a day, mingling among Little Leaguers
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Ohtani hits 39th homer and Kershaw pitches Dodgers to 2-1 win over slumping Cardinals

Shohei Ohtani hit his National League-leading 39th home run and Clayton Kershaw tossed six shutout innings to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals

August 18, 2024
Ohtani hits 39th homer and Kershaw pitches Dodgers to 2-1 win over slumping Cardinals
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Tampa Bay Rays lose combined no-hitter in 7th inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks

The Tampa Bay Rays lost their bid for a combined no-hitter when Arizona’s Corbin Carroll hit a leadoff single against Tyler Alexander in the seventh inning

August 18, 2024
Tampa Bay Rays lose combined no-hitter in 7th inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks
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Brewers optimistic that Christian Yelich will be ready for start of 2025 season

Milwaukee Brewers president of baseball operations Matt Arnold says the back surgery that Christian Yelich underwent Friday should enable the 2018 NL MVP to be ready for the start of the 2025 season

August 16, 2024
Brewers optimistic that Christian Yelich will be ready for start of 2025 season
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Weston Wilson becomes 1st Phillies rookie to hit for cycle with double in 8th inning vs Nationals

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Weston Wilson became the first rookie in franchise history to hit for the cycle in a 13-3 win Thursday over the Washington Nationals

August 16, 2024
Weston Wilson becomes 1st Phillies rookie to hit for cycle with double in 8th inning vs Nationals
Health|Sports

Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg says he is cancer-free

Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg says he is cancer-free

August 16, 2024
Cubs Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg says he is cancer-free
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New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge reaches 300 career home runs faster than anyone in MLB history

New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge reaches 300 career home runs faster than anyone in MLB history

August 15, 2024
New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge reaches 300 career home runs faster than anyone in MLB history
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Yankees' Aaron Judge becomes fastest to 300 homers, reaching in 955 games to Kiner's 1,087

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit his 300th homer, reaching that milestone faster than any other player when he connected against the Chicago White Sox during a 10-2 victory

August 15, 2024
Yankees' Aaron Judge becomes fastest to 300 homers, reaching in 955 games to Kiner's 1,087
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Feeling good about move back to outfield, Betts homers for Dodgers in return from injured list

Mookie Betts is returning to right field and adjusting to a new spot in the lineup after missing nearly two months with a broken left hand

August 12, 2024
Feeling good about move back to outfield, Betts homers for Dodgers in return from injured list
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Baseball is back in the Olympics in 2028. What the rosters will look like is hard to say

The on-again, off-again relationship between the Olympics and baseball is heading toward another reconciliation in 2028

August 12, 2024
Baseball is back in the Olympics in 2028. What the rosters will look like is hard to say
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Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte leaves game with left ankle contusion

Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte left Saturday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies with a left ankle contusion

August 11, 2024
Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte leaves game with left ankle contusion
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Domingo Germán getting a 2nd chance in the majors with the Pirates after flameout in New York

Domingo Germán is getting a second chance in the big leagues, a year after he flamed out with the New York Yankees because of behavioral issues

August 10, 2024
Domingo Germán getting a 2nd chance in the majors with the Pirates after flameout in New York
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California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has pleaded guilty to running an illegal gambling business

August 09, 2024
California bookie pleads guilty to running illegal gambling business used by ex-Ohtani interpreter
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Rev It Up: MLB to hold Braves-Reds game at Bristol Motor Speedway next August

Major League Baseball is coming to Bristol Motor Speedway with the Braves and the Reds taking part in the Speedway Classic in August 2025

August 09, 2024
Rev It Up: MLB to hold Braves-Reds game at Bristol Motor Speedway next August
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Biden hosts World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House, says they 'embody resilience'

The Texas Rangers have visited the White House to celebrate their 2023 World Series victory with President Joe Biden

August 08, 2024
Biden hosts World Series champion Texas Rangers at the White House, says they 'embody resilience'
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White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol after end of 21-game losing streak that tied AL record

The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol, two days after the team ended a 21-game losing streak that tied the American League record

August 08, 2024
White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol after end of 21-game losing streak that tied AL record
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Kyle Schwarber hits 3 homers, drives in 7 runs as Phillies rally past Dodgers, 9-4

Kyle Schwarber hit three homers and tied his career high with seven RBIs, helping the Philadelphia Phillies rally to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-4 on Wednesday night

August 08, 2024
Kyle Schwarber hits 3 homers, drives in 7 runs as Phillies rally past Dodgers, 9-4
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Chicago White Sox tie American League record with 21st straight loss

Chicago White Sox tie American League record with 21st straight loss

August 06, 2024
Chicago White Sox tie American League record with 21st straight loss
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White Sox lose 21st straight game, tying AL record set by 1988 Baltimore Orioles, falling 5-1 to A's

The Chicago White Sox lost their 21st straight game, tying the American League record with a 5-1 defeat to the Oakland Athletics as Max Schuemann hit a tiebreaking, two-run single in the fourth inning

August 06, 2024
White Sox lose 21st straight game, tying AL record set by 1988 Baltimore Orioles, falling 5-1 to A's
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Emotional Freddie Freeman gets hug from Bryce Harper in return to Dodgers as ailing son recovers

Freddie Freeman singled and got a hug from Phillies star Bryce Harper in his return to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup after missing eight games to be with his ailing 3-year-old son who is out of danger after a serious medical diagnosis

August 05, 2024
Emotional Freddie Freeman gets hug from Bryce Harper in return to Dodgers as ailing son recovers
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White Sox beaten 13-7 by Twins for 20th straight loss, longest MLB skid in 36 years

The woeful Chicago White Sox have lost their 20th consecutive game, the majors’ longest skid in 36 years and one short of the American League record, as Chris Flexen was chased early in a 13-7 defeat against the Minnesota Twins

August 04, 2024
White Sox beaten 13-7 by Twins for 20th straight loss, longest MLB skid in 36 years
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White Sox losing streak reaches 19 as Kepler hits go-ahead, 7th-inning homer in Twins' 6-2 win

The Chicago White Sox extended their team-record losing streak to 19, giving up Max Kepler’s tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning that lifted the Minnesota Twins to a 6-2 win

August 04, 2024
White Sox losing streak reaches 19 as Kepler hits go-ahead, 7th-inning homer in Twins' 6-2 win
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Gleyber Torres pulled by Aaron Boone for lack of hustle in Yankees' 8-5 loss to Blue Jays

Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres was removed from an 8-5 loss to Toronto by manager Aaron Boone for not hustling, sending a message to the clubhouse of a team that has struggled since mid-June

August 03, 2024
Gleyber Torres pulled by Aaron Boone for lack of hustle in Yankees' 8-5 loss to Blue Jays
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Giants left-hander Blake Snell has no-hitter through 8 innings against the Reds

San Francisco Giants left-hander Blake Snell has not allowed a hit through eight innings Friday night against the Cincinnati Reds

August 03, 2024
Giants left-hander Blake Snell has no-hitter through 8 innings against the Reds
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Some Yankee Stadium bleachers fans chant `U-S-A!' during `O Canada' before game against Blue Jays

A segment of fans in Yankee Stadium’s right field bleachers chanted “U-S-A

August 03, 2024
Some Yankee Stadium bleachers fans chant `U-S-A!' during `O Canada' before game against Blue Jays
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Rangers put Max Scherzer put on 15-day IL with right shoulder fatigue

Three-time Cy Young Award winner and baseball’s career active strikeout leader Max Scherzer has been placed on the 15-day injured list because of right shoulder fatigue

August 02, 2024
Rangers put Max Scherzer put on 15-day IL with right shoulder fatigue
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Sacramento River Cats embrace viral "brat" summer social media trend at ballpark

Sacramento River Cats embrace viral "brat" summer social media trend at ballpark

August 02, 2024
Sacramento River Cats embrace viral "brat" summer social media trend at ballpark
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Former bookie embroiled in ex-Ohtani interpreter gambling scandal pleads guilty to running illegal sports betting business

Former bookie embroiled in ex-Ohtani interpreter gambling scandal pleads guilty to running illegal sports betting business

August 01, 2024
Former bookie embroiled in ex-Ohtani interpreter gambling scandal pleads guilty to running illegal sports betting business
Sports

Angels star Mike Trout needs second surgery for torn meniscus, ending his season

Angels star Mike Trout needs a second surgery for a torn meniscus in his left knee

August 01, 2024
Angels star Mike Trout needs second surgery for torn meniscus, ending his season
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Bookmaker to plead guilty in gambling case tied to baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter

A Southern California bookmaker who took thousands of sports bets from the ex-interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani has agreed to plead guilty to running an illegal gambling business

August 01, 2024
Bookmaker to plead guilty in gambling case tied to baseball star Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter
Sports

After being traded in the middle of a series, MLB player takes short walk across stadium to new team

After being traded in the middle of a series, MLB player takes short walk across stadium to new team

August 01, 2024
After being traded in the middle of a series, MLB player takes short walk across stadium to new team
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Top-ranked prospect Jackson Holliday hits grand slam in 1st game back from the minors

Top-ranked prospect Jackson Holliday hit a grand slam in his first game back from the minors

July 31, 2024
Top-ranked prospect Jackson Holliday hits grand slam in 1st game back from the minors
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Chisholm's second straight 2-homer game helps Yanks top Phils 7-6 in 12 innings for 4th straight win

Jazz Chisholm had five RBIs in his second straight two-homer game, Gleyber Torres hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the 12th inning and the New York Yankees outlasted the Philadelphia Phillies 7-6 for their first four-game winning streak since early June

July 31, 2024
Chisholm's second straight 2-homer game helps Yanks top Phils 7-6 in 12 innings for 4th straight win
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Florida county approves deal to build a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium

The Tampa Bay Rays have the government backing the team needs to build a long-sought-after ballpark

July 30, 2024
Florida county approves deal to build a new Tampa Bay Rays stadium
Sports

Dodgers add starter Jack Flaherty, Padres get closer Tanner Scott at busy trade deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers acquired starting pitcher Jack Flaherty, San Diego added All-Star closer Tanner Scott, and Arizona, Baltimore and Pittsburgh made significant deals for the stretch run ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline

July 30, 2024
Dodgers add starter Jack Flaherty, Padres get closer Tanner Scott at busy trade deadline
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Cardinals, Brewers, Dodgers and Royals add pitchers in flurry of trades on day before MLB's deadline

The St. Louis Cardinals added starting pitcher Erick Fedde and Milwaukee, the team they are chasing in the NL Central, acquired starter Frankie Montas

July 29, 2024
Cardinals, Brewers, Dodgers and Royals add pitchers in flurry of trades on day before MLB's deadline
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MLB roundup: Walk-off HR caps Astros' comeback over Dodgers

Alex Bregman socked a walk-off home run leading off the ninth inning as the Houston Astros capped a rally from a five-run deficit to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 on Saturday.

July 28, 2024
MLB roundup: Walk-off HR caps Astros' comeback over Dodgers
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Twins reinstate Jose Miranda (back) from IL

The Minnesota Twins returned infielder Jose Miranda from his rehab assignment on Saturday and reinstated him from the 10-day injured list.

July 27, 2024
Twins reinstate Jose Miranda (back) from IL
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MLB roundup: Mets beat Braves, lose Kodai Senga

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July 27, 2024
MLB roundup: Mets beat Braves, lose Kodai Senga
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MLB roundup: Padres’ Dylan Cease no-hits Nationals

Dylan Cease pitched the second no-hitter in the majors this season, lifting the visiting San Diego Padres to a 3-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Thursday.

July 26, 2024
MLB roundup: Padres’ Dylan Cease no-hits Nationals
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Oakland All-Star closer Mason Miller breaks left pinky finger pounding training table in frustration

Oakland Athletics All-Star closer Mason Miller broke the pinky finger on his non-pitching hand when he pounded a table in frustration after he was reminded he had to do postgame lifting following Monday night’s game against Houston

July 26, 2024
Oakland All-Star closer Mason Miller breaks left pinky finger pounding training table in frustration
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Clayton Kershaw makes 2024 debut with Dodgers, strikes out six in solid outing versus Giants

Clayton Kershaw made his season debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday, striking out six and allowing two runs and six hits in his return from offseason shoulder surgery

July 25, 2024
Clayton Kershaw makes 2024 debut with Dodgers, strikes out six in solid outing versus Giants
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Dylan Cease throws second no-hitter in San Diego Padres history, 3-0 win over Washington Nationals

Dylan Cease pitched the second no-hitter in San Diego Padres history, a 3-0 win over the Washington Nationals that completed a three-game sweep

July 25, 2024
Dylan Cease throws second no-hitter in San Diego Padres history, 3-0 win over Washington Nationals
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Padres' Dylan Cease has no-hit bid through 8 innings against Nationals

Dylan Cease of the San Diego Padres has not allowed a hit through eight innings against the Washington Nationals

July 25, 2024
Padres' Dylan Cease has no-hit bid through 8 innings against Nationals
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Subway Series: Mets northbound and Yankees heading south

The Subway Series turned into two teams passing in different directions

July 25, 2024
Subway Series: Mets northbound and Yankees heading south
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MLB roundup: 20-run barrage lifts Rockies past Red Sox

Brenton Doyle hit his first career grand slam while Ezequiel Tovar, Jacob Stallings and Ryan McMahon also homered as the Colorado Rockies matched their single-game franchise run record in a 20-7 rout

July 25, 2024
MLB roundup: 20-run barrage lifts Rockies past Red Sox
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Mike Trout leaving rehab assignment, returning to Southern California to be re-evaluated

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout will not play Wednesday night for Triple-A Salt Lake and is leaving his minor league rehab assignment after one game to be re-evaluated in Southern California

July 24, 2024
Mike Trout leaving rehab assignment, returning to Southern California to be re-evaluated
Sports

Brewers All-Star Yelich placed on IL, will see specialist to determine if back surgery is needed

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich has gone on the 10-day injured list with lower back inflammation

July 24, 2024
Brewers All-Star Yelich placed on IL, will see specialist to determine if back surgery is needed
Sports

Clayton Kershaw excited to be returning to Dodgers' rotation at a pivotal time

Clayton Kershaw’s return to the rotation was once expected to be an added bonus as the Los Angeles Dodgers geared up for a postseason run

July 24, 2024
Clayton Kershaw excited to be returning to Dodgers' rotation at a pivotal time
Sports

MLB roundup: Cards conquer Pirates, Paul Skenes

Alec Burleson hit a go-ahead RBI single in the top of the ninth as the visiting St.

July 24, 2024
MLB roundup: Cards conquer Pirates, Paul Skenes
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Paul Skenes loses for the first time in 14 months, since pitching in college

Paul Skenes lost for the first time as a professional

July 24, 2024
Paul Skenes loses for the first time in 14 months, since pitching in college
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Skenes takes first loss in 12 career big league starts, Cardinals score in 9th and top Pirates 2-1

Rookie Paul Skenes lost for the first time in 12 career major league starts, giving up Alec Burleson’s tiebreaking single in the ninth inning that lifted the St. Louis Cardinals over the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1

July 24, 2024
Skenes takes first loss in 12 career big league starts, Cardinals score in 9th and top Pirates 2-1
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Rockies INF/OF Kris Bryant (oblique) back from 10-day IL

Out since early June with a left oblique strain, Colorado Rockies infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant was activated off the 10-day injured list on Tuesday.

July 23, 2024
Rockies INF/OF Kris Bryant (oblique) back from 10-day IL
Sports

Mets place rookie RHP Christian Scott (UCL) on 15-day IL

The New York Mets placed rookie right-hander Christian Scott on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday because of a sprained right ulnar collateral ligament.

July 23, 2024
Mets place rookie RHP Christian Scott (UCL) on 15-day IL
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St. Louis Cardinals deny player home run celebrations were homages to President Trump’s reaction to assassination attempt

St. Louis Cardinals deny player home run celebrations were homages to President Trump’s reaction to assassination attempt

July 23, 2024
St. Louis Cardinals deny player home run celebrations were homages to President Trump’s reaction to assassination attempt
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MLB roundup: Bobby Witt Jr. flirts with cycle in Royals' win

Bobby Witt Jr. collected three hits for the fourth consecutive game, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 10-4 win over the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday.

July 23, 2024
MLB roundup: Bobby Witt Jr. flirts with cycle in Royals' win
Sports

Dodgers DFA LHP James Paxton in rotation shuffle

The Los Angeles Dodgers designated veteran left-hander James Paxton for assignment Monday to begin a rotation transformation.

July 22, 2024
Dodgers DFA LHP James Paxton in rotation shuffle
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After Soto's departure, San Diego's record looks similar to last year

Juan Soto has come and gone

July 22, 2024
After Soto's departure, San Diego's record looks similar to last year
Sports

Ohtani hits 473-foot homer that clears bleachers at Dodger Stadium

Shohei Ohtani made his 30th home run in Dodger blue a memorable one

July 22, 2024
Ohtani hits 473-foot homer that clears bleachers at Dodger Stadium
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MLB roundup: Michael King, Padres baffle Guardians

Michael King took a no-hitter into the seventh inning of his latest stellar start and Kyle Higashioka hit a two-run double as the San Diego Padres sent the Cleveland Guardians to a rare home-series

July 22, 2024
MLB roundup: Michael King, Padres baffle Guardians
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Beltré, Helton, Mauer and Leyland inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

Adrian Beltré, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton and Jim Leyland have been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York

July 21, 2024
Beltré, Helton, Mauer and Leyland inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
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Seth Lugo retires 14 straight in 1st career complete game, Royals beat White Sox 4-1

Seth Lugo retired 14 straight batters in his first career complete game as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Chicago White Sox for a 4-1 win and series sweep

July 21, 2024
Seth Lugo retires 14 straight in 1st career complete game, Royals beat White Sox 4-1
Sports

Padres' Michael King has no-hit bid broken up in 7th inning on single by Guardians' Angel Martinez

Guardians rookie Angel Martinez blooped a single to center in the seventh inning to break up a no-hit bid by San Diego's Michael King

July 21, 2024
Padres' Michael King has no-hit bid broken up in 7th inning on single by Guardians' Angel Martinez
Sports

MLB roundup: Brewers erupt for 5 runs in 12th, sink Twins

Brice Turang drove in three runs, Jackson Chourio went 3-for-5 with two RBIs and the Milwaukee Brewers outlasted the Minnesota Twins for an 8-4, 12-inning win on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

July 21, 2024
MLB roundup: Brewers erupt for 5 runs in 12th, sink Twins
Sports

Clayton Kershaw set to make first start of the season for the Dodgers on Thursday against the Giants

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw is set to make his first start of the season for the Los Angeles on Thursday

July 21, 2024
Clayton Kershaw set to make first start of the season for the Dodgers on Thursday against the Giants
Sports

Rays put top hitter Yandy Diaz on restricted list

The Tampa Bay Rays placed first baseman Yandy Diaz on the restricted list Saturday.

July 20, 2024
Rays put top hitter Yandy Diaz on restricted list
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Blue Jays place SS Bo Bichette (calf) on 10-day IL

The Toronto Blue Jays placed shortstop Bo Bichette on the 10-day injured list Saturday due to a right calf strain.

July 20, 2024
Blue Jays place SS Bo Bichette (calf) on 10-day IL
Sports

MLB roundup: Orioles pound Rangers in playoff rematch

Anthony Santander belted two of Baltimore's four home runs Friday night as the Orioles returned from the All-Star break by thumping the Texas Rangers 9-1 in Arlington, Texas, to open a three-game

July 20, 2024
MLB roundup: Orioles pound Rangers in playoff rematch
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Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer lead iconic Hall class into induction

The only 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee who did not get in on his first try on the ballot is Todd Helton.

July 20, 2024
Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer lead iconic Hall class into induction
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Guardians sign No. 1 overall draft pick Travis Bazzana of Oregon State

Travis Bazzana, the top overall pick in the MLB amateur draft out of Oregon State, signed his first professional contract with the Cleveland Guardians on Friday

July 19, 2024
Guardians sign No. 1 overall draft pick Travis Bazzana of Oregon State
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Nationals RHP Josiah Gray to undergo UCL surgery

Nationals Opening Day starter Josiah Gray is out for the season and beyond with a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow.

July 19, 2024
Nationals RHP Josiah Gray to undergo UCL surgery
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Guardians sign No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana to $8.95M deal

No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana signed with the Cleveland Guardians, putting his autograph on a deal worth $8.95 million on Friday before being formally introduced by the franchise.

July 19, 2024
Guardians sign No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana to $8.95M deal
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New Rays' stadium moves closer to final OK

A divided city council in St.

July 19, 2024
New Rays' stadium moves closer to final OK
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Judge and Ohtani are the MVP favorites, but there's plenty of time left in baseball's award races

The oddsmakers say Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are the front-runners for baseball’s MVP awards

July 19, 2024
Judge and Ohtani are the MVP favorites, but there's plenty of time left in baseball's award races
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Braves, Cardinals playing long game of consistency to reach playoffs

The St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves, each in second place in their divisions, are expected to be in the thick of the playoff race during the second half of the season.

July 18, 2024
Braves, Cardinals playing long game of consistency to reach playoffs
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Mets hope to keep riding surging offense vs. Marlins

Is Pete Alonso nearing the end of his time with the New York Mets? The team's star first baseman, who becomes a free agent at the season's end, wants to close a presently subpar season with a bang.

July 18, 2024
Mets hope to keep riding surging offense vs. Marlins
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A's exec tells Las Vegas officials the club plans to leave $30 million in public money on the table

Oakland Athletics executive Sandy Dean has told the Las Vegas Stadium Authority that the club does not expect to spend the entire $380 million in public money allocated to build a new stadium in Las Vegas

July 18, 2024
A's exec tells Las Vegas officials the club plans to leave $30 million in public money on the table
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Dodgers option RHP Michael Petersen, begin roster maneuvers

The Los Angeles Dodgers optioned right-hander Michael Petersen to Triple-A Oklahoma City and outrighted left-hander Jose Hernandez to the minor leagues on Thursday.

July 18, 2024
Dodgers option RHP Michael Petersen, begin roster maneuvers
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Dodgers, Cubs to open 2025 MLB season in Tokyo

Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Los Angeles Dodgers will open the 2025 season against Japanese countrymen Shota Imanaga, Seiya Suzuki and the Chicago Cubs in Tokyo on March 18-19, Major

July 18, 2024
Dodgers, Cubs to open 2025 MLB season in Tokyo
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Dodgers and Cubs open 2025 MLB season in Tokyo March 19, rest of league starts March 27

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani will open the 2025 season in Tokyo against the Chicago Cubs on March 18 and the Athletics will start the home portion of their first season in Sacramento against the Cubs on March 31

July 18, 2024
Dodgers and Cubs open 2025 MLB season in Tokyo March 19, rest of league starts March 27
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New York Mets 1B Pete Alonso among MLB stars who could use big second half heading into free agency

Pete Alonso’s disappointing performance in this year’s Home Run Derby wasn’t a particularly big deal for the future of his big-league career

July 18, 2024
New York Mets 1B Pete Alonso among MLB stars who could use big second half heading into free agency
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MLB All-Star Game viewers up 6% to 7.44 million after falling to record low last year

Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, Jarren Duran and the rest of this year’s All-Stars drew 7,443,000 viewers on Fox, up 6% from the 2023 game but the second lowest for the event

July 17, 2024
MLB All-Star Game viewers up 6% to 7.44 million after falling to record low last year
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With 24 teams in playoff hunt, players excited for second half

ARLINGTON, Texas -- The All-Star festivities always provide a nice respite for players and fans alike amid the regular season grind.

July 17, 2024
With 24 teams in playoff hunt, players excited for second half
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American League tops National League for 10th time in last 11 MLB All-Star Games

American League tops National League for 10th time in last 11 MLB All-Star Games

July 17, 2024
American League tops National League for 10th time in last 11 MLB All-Star Games
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AL edges NL in All-Star Game thanks to Jarren Duran

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Shining the brightest on baseball's biggest stage of the summer was a surreal moment for Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran.

July 17, 2024
AL edges NL in All-Star Game thanks to Jarren Duran
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Jarren Duran's 2-run HR gives AL a 5-3 win over NL in All-Star Game started by rookie pitcher Skenes

Boston’s Jarren Duran, the All-Star MVP, hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the fifth inning and the American League beat the National League 5-3 for its 10th win in the past 11 All-Star Games

July 17, 2024
Jarren Duran's 2-run HR gives AL a 5-3 win over NL in All-Star Game started by rookie pitcher Skenes
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Pirates phenom Paul Skenes completes remarkable year as pro

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Paul Skenes capped a remarkable 53-week run as a professional on Tuesday night, starting the All-Star Game for the National League in the latest of a seemingly endless series of

July 17, 2024
Pirates phenom Paul Skenes completes remarkable year as pro
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Paul Skenes says `I feel like I’m one of them' after hitless inning against All-Stars

Paul Skenes became the fifth rookie to start an All-Star Game, retiring Steven Kwan, Gunnar Henderson and Aaron Judge for the National League in a hitless first inning

July 16, 2024
Paul Skenes says `I feel like I’m one of them' after hitless inning against All-Stars
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MLB will consider whether to return to club uniforms in All-Star Game

Major League Baseball will consider going back to having players wear their team uniforms for the All-Star Game

July 16, 2024
MLB will consider whether to return to club uniforms in All-Star Game
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Sons of former big-league stars Ortiz, Ramirez and Grudzielanek among MLB draft picks in late rounds

Major League Baseball’s three-day amateur draft concluded on Tuesday, with the 30 teams blazing through 300 picks in less than 3 1/2 hours

July 16, 2024
Sons of former big-league stars Ortiz, Ramirez and Grudzielanek among MLB draft picks in late rounds
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Robot umpire challenge system could be tested next spring training, 2026 regular-season use possible

Major League Baseball could test robot umpires as part of a challenge system in spring training next year, which could lead to regular-season use in 2026

July 16, 2024
Robot umpire challenge system could be tested next spring training, 2026 regular-season use possible
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Teoscar Hernández becomes first Dodgers player to win the Home Run Derby

Teoscar Hernández becomes first Dodgers player to win the Home Run Derby

July 16, 2024
Teoscar Hernández becomes first Dodgers player to win the Home Run Derby
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Dodgers OF Teoscar Hernandez wins Home Run Derby

ARLINGTON, Texas -- The Home Run Derby went down to the wire in thrilling fashion on Monday night at Globe Life Field.

July 16, 2024
Dodgers OF Teoscar Hernandez wins Home Run Derby
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Juan Soto open to staying with Yankees as free agency looms

Likely to land a long-term deal in the $500 million range this offseason as a free agent, All-Star slugger Juan Soto would consider re-signing with the New York Yankees but will have plenty of suitors

July 16, 2024
Juan Soto open to staying with Yankees as free agency looms
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Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández wins the Home Run Derby

Los Angeles Dodgers’ Teoscar Hernández won the Home Run Derby when he beat local star Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals 14-13 in the final round

July 16, 2024
Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández wins the Home Run Derby
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Paul Skenes in spotlight, starting All-Star Game after just 11 major league games

Paul Skenes was the center of attention in a ballpark filled with six dozen All-Stars

July 15, 2024
Paul Skenes in spotlight, starting All-Star Game after just 11 major league games
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MLB Draft: Rounds 3-10 include grandson of Heisman winner

The second day of the Major League Baseball draft kicked off when the Oakland Athletics drafted Rutgers shortstop Joshua Kuroda-Grauer with the first pick of Round 3 Monday.

July 15, 2024
MLB Draft: Rounds 3-10 include grandson of Heisman winner
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AL’s Corbin Burnes, NL’s Paul Skenes on center stage at All-Star Game

ARLINGTON, Texas -- The 2024 All-Star Game isn't short on storylines.

July 15, 2024
AL’s Corbin Burnes, NL’s Paul Skenes on center stage at All-Star Game
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MLB draft rolls into second day, Royals take pitcher Drew Beam from CWS-winning Tennessee

Drew Beam was a key cog of Tennessee’s pitching staff on its road to a College World Series title

July 15, 2024
MLB draft rolls into second day, Royals take pitcher Drew Beam from CWS-winning Tennessee
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AL slugger Aaron Judge excited to see 'special stuff' from NL starter Paul Skenes

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Aaron Judge is looking forward to facing rookie National League starting pitcher Paul Skenes, but the Yankees slugger might need some help to make that happen in the All-Star Game

July 15, 2024
AL slugger Aaron Judge excited to see 'special stuff' from NL starter Paul Skenes
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Orioles RHP Corbin Burnes to start All-Star Game for AL

Baltimore Orioles ace Corbin Burnes will be the American League's starting pitcher in Tuesday night's All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.

July 15, 2024
Orioles RHP Corbin Burnes to start All-Star Game for AL
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Baltimore's Corbin Burnes to start against Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes in All-Star Game

Baltimore’s Corbin Burnes will start for the American League in the All-Star Game against Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes

July 15, 2024
Baltimore's Corbin Burnes to start against Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes in All-Star Game
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MLB batting average near half-century low and velocity at all-time high

Baseball can’t run away from its lack of runs

July 15, 2024
MLB batting average near half-century low and velocity at all-time high
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It's been almost a half-century since a Pittsburgh pitcher started the All-Star game

Paul Skenes is set to start the All-Star game on the mound

July 15, 2024
It's been almost a half-century since a Pittsburgh pitcher started the All-Star game
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MLB roundup: Orioles walk off Yankees with 3-run 9th

Cedric Mullins ripped a two-out, two-run double in the bottom of a wild ninth inning as the Baltimore Orioles pulled out a 6-5 victory against the visiting New York Yankees on Sunday, taking a one-

July 15, 2024
MLB roundup: Orioles walk off Yankees with 3-run 9th
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Guardians take 2B Travis Bazzana with top pick in draft

When the Cleveland Guardians took Travis Bazzana as the No. 1 pick in Sunday night's MLB Draft, the Oregon State star had trouble finding the words to express what it meant to him.

July 14, 2024
Guardians take 2B Travis Bazzana with top pick in draft
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Australian second baseman Travis Bazzana taken by Cleveland Guardians with top MLB draft pick

Australian second baseman Travis Bazzana was taken by the Cleveland Guardians with the No. 1 pick in Major League Baseball’s amateur draft when three players from Wake Forest were selected in the top 10

July 14, 2024
Australian second baseman Travis Bazzana taken by Cleveland Guardians with top MLB draft pick
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Adrián Beltré is going from All-Star Game in Texas to Hall of Fame induction in Cooperstown

Adrián Beltré took a side trip on the way to his induction in Cooperstown

July 14, 2024
Adrián Beltré is going from All-Star Game in Texas to Hall of Fame induction in Cooperstown
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Brewers designate Dallas Keuchel for assignment

Former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel has been designated for assignment by the Brewers, potentially putting a quick end to his Milwaukee tenure.

July 14, 2024
Brewers designate Dallas Keuchel for assignment
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Lawrence Butler hits 3 of Athletics' 8 homers in 18-3 rout of Phillies

Lawrence Butler hit three home runs, Brent Rooker and Seth Brown each had two homers, and the Oakland Athletics routed the first-placed Philadelphia Phillies 18-3

July 14, 2024
Lawrence Butler hits 3 of Athletics' 8 homers in 18-3 rout of Phillies
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Yankees, Orioles both score 3 in the ninth. After all that chaos, Baltimore leads the division by 1

The Baltimore Orioles prevailed in a wild ninth inning in which each closer allowed three runs

July 14, 2024
Yankees, Orioles both score 3 in the ninth. After all that chaos, Baltimore leads the division by 1
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MLB roundup: Tigers rally in 9th, beat Dodgers in 10th

Gio Urshela blasted a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning as the Detroit Tigers rallied from a five-run deficit in the ninth to stun the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers, 11-9, on Saturday

July 14, 2024
MLB roundup: Tigers rally in 9th, beat Dodgers in 10th
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Aaron Judge sets Yankees mark for HRs before All-Star break

With his major-league-leading 34th home run on Saturday, Aaron Judge set a New York Yankees record for homers before the All-Star break.

July 13, 2024
Aaron Judge sets Yankees mark for HRs before All-Star break
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Report: Dodgers RHP Dustin May won't pitch this season

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dustin May won't pitch at all this season after having surgery this week to fix an esophageal tear, according to a report on Saturday.

July 13, 2024
Report: Dodgers RHP Dustin May won't pitch this season
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Collier and Baldwin hit 400-foot homers in NL's 6-1 Futures Game win over AL

Cincinnati’s Cam Collier and Atlanta’s Drake Baldwin hit 400-foot solo home runs as the National League beat the American 6-1 in the All-Star Futures Game featuring top prospects

July 13, 2024
Collier and Baldwin hit 400-foot homers in NL's 6-1 Futures Game win over AL
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Aaron Judge sets Yankees record with his 34th home run before the All-Star break

Aaron Judge has set a franchise record for the New York Yankees on Saturday with his 34th home run before the All-Star break

July 13, 2024
Aaron Judge sets Yankees record with his 34th home run before the All-Star break
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Gio Urshela hits 2-run homer, Tigers score 7 runs in 2 innings to stun Dodgers 11-9

Gio Urshela hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after the Detroit Tigers overcame a 9-4 deficit in the ninth to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-9

July 13, 2024
Gio Urshela hits 2-run homer, Tigers score 7 runs in 2 innings to stun Dodgers 11-9
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Orioles' Heston Kjerstad goes on the 7-day concussion list a day after being hit in the head

The Baltimore Orioles put outfielder Heston Kjerstad on the seven-day concussion injured list, less than 24 hours after he was hit in the helmet by a pitch

July 13, 2024
Orioles' Heston Kjerstad goes on the 7-day concussion list a day after being hit in the head
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Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez added to NL All-Star team roster

The Philadelphia Phillies boosted their MLB-leading total to eight All-Stars on Saturday with the addition of left-hander Cristopher Sanchez to the Midsummer Classic.

July 13, 2024
Phillies' Cristopher Sanchez added to NL All-Star team roster
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Phillies get MLB-leading 8th All-Star with Sánchez replacing Atlanta's Chris Sale

Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Cristopher Sánchez is set for his first All-Star Game appearance as the replacement for Chris Sale

July 13, 2024
Phillies get MLB-leading 8th All-Star with Sánchez replacing Atlanta's Chris Sale
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Yankees place C Jose Trevino (quad) on 10-day IL

New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left quad strain on Saturday.

July 13, 2024
Yankees place C Jose Trevino (quad) on 10-day IL
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MLB All-Stars back in Arlington, where 11 future Hall of Famers started outside in Texas heat in '95

Major League Baseball was still stinging from a strike that had wiped out the World Series the previous season when the 1995 All-Star Game was played outside in the stifling Texas heat

July 13, 2024
MLB All-Stars back in Arlington, where 11 future Hall of Famers started outside in Texas heat in '95
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Benches clear in the 9th inning as the Yankees top the Orioles in a matchup of slumping contenders

Benches cleared in the bottom of the ninth inning in Baltimore after Orioles outfielder Heston Kjerstad was hit in the helmet by a 97 mph pitch from New York Yankees closer Clay Holmes

July 13, 2024
Benches clear in the 9th inning as the Yankees top the Orioles in a matchup of slumping contenders
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Rookie Paul Skenes gets rare 'call' to start for NL in All-Star Game

Rookie sensation Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates will start for the National League at Tuesday's All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.

July 12, 2024
Rookie Paul Skenes gets rare 'call' to start for NL in All-Star Game
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Cleveland has top MLB draft pick, with Georgia's Condon and Oregon State's Bazzana top prospects

Charlie Condon, a walk-on at Georgia who became national player of the year, and Travis Bazzana, a former cricket player who left Australia for Oregon State, could be the top two picks in baseball’s amateur draft

July 12, 2024
Cleveland has top MLB draft pick, with Georgia's Condon and Oregon State's Bazzana top prospects
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Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes to start All-Star Game for NL after just 11 major league starts

Pittsburgh’s Paul Skenes will start the All-Star Game for the National League on Tuesday night, becoming just the fifth rookie pitcher given the honor

July 12, 2024
Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes to start All-Star Game for NL after just 11 major league starts
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Rookie Paul Skenes gets rare 'call' to start for NL in All-Star Game

Rookie sensation Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates will start for the National League at Tuesday's All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas.

July 12, 2024
Rookie Paul Skenes gets rare 'call' to start for NL in All-Star Game
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Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales, followed by Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge

Shohei Ohtani remained the top-selling jersey during the first half of the season, followed by Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge

July 12, 2024
Shohei Ohtani tops MLB jersey sales, followed by Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge
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OF Kevin Kiermaier's future uncertain as Jays place him on waivers

The Toronto Blue Jays have placed four-time Gold Glove outfielder Kevin Kiermaier on irrevocable waivers. The team took the action Thursday, giving other MLB teams two days to claim him.

July 12, 2024
OF Kevin Kiermaier's future uncertain as Jays place him on waivers
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MLB roundup: Paul Skenes unhittable in Pirates' win

Paul Skenes no-hit the host Milwaukee Brewers through seven innings before being lifted, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 victory on Thursday afternoon in the rubber match of a three-game

July 12, 2024
MLB roundup: Paul Skenes unhittable in Pirates' win
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Phillies back Nola with 3 homers and down Dodgers 5-1 to finish 3-game sweep

Brandon Marsh hit a home run and an RBI triple, Trea Turner launched his sixth longball in nine games and the Philadelphia Phillies completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 5-1 victory

July 12, 2024
Phillies back Nola with 3 homers and down Dodgers 5-1 to finish 3-game sweep
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O’s Gunnar Henderson a popular pick for Home Run Derby

Two-time winner Pete Alonso is the early favorite to win another Home Run Derby, but he's only the third-most popular pick among bettors so far.

July 12, 2024
O’s Gunnar Henderson a popular pick for Home Run Derby
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Paul Skenes pitches 7 no-hit innings as the Pirates blank the Brewers 1-0

Paul Skenes struck out 11 in seven no-hit innings in another dominant performance, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 1-0

July 11, 2024
Paul Skenes pitches 7 no-hit innings as the Pirates blank the Brewers 1-0
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Marcus Semien gets All-Star start in place of injured Jose Altuve

Texas Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien will replace the injured Jose Altuve as a starter in the All-Star Game, while the Minnesota Twins' Willi Castro was added Thursday to the American League

July 11, 2024
Marcus Semien gets All-Star start in place of injured Jose Altuve
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Orioles' Gunnar Henderson projected to top pre-arbitration bonus pool at $1.3 million

Baltimore shortstop Gunnar Henderson is projected to receive the largest amount from this season’s $50 million pre-arbitration bonus pool based on his regular-season statistics

July 11, 2024
Orioles' Gunnar Henderson projected to top pre-arbitration bonus pool at $1.3 million
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Rookie All-Star Paul Skenes has no-hitter through 7 innings in Milwaukee

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-hander Paul Skenes has allowed no hits through seven innings against the Milwaukee Brewers

July 11, 2024
Rookie All-Star Paul Skenes has no-hitter through 7 innings in Milwaukee
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MLB roundup: Cubs blank O's in battle of All-Star pitchers

Shota Imanaga threw six shutout innings and the Chicago Cubs prevailed in a showdown featuring All-Star pitchers, defeating the host Baltimore Orioles 4-0 on Wednesday night.

July 11, 2024
MLB roundup: Cubs blank O's in battle of All-Star pitchers
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Adolis Garcia, Teoscar Hernandez complete Home Run Derby lineup

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia will have home-field advantage when he competes in the Home Run Derby on Monday at Globe Life Field in Arlington.

July 11, 2024
Adolis Garcia, Teoscar Hernandez complete Home Run Derby lineup
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Rangers' Adolis Garcia enters Home Run Derby

Texas Rangers outfielder Adolis Garcia will have home-field advantage when he competes in the Home Run Derby on Monday at Globe Life Field in Arlington.

July 10, 2024
Rangers' Adolis Garcia enters Home Run Derby
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Phillies All-Star slugger Bryce Harper out against Dodgers with bruised left hand

First baseman Bryce Harper made a short-lived return to the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup

July 10, 2024
Phillies All-Star slugger Bryce Harper out against Dodgers with bruised left hand
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Cincinnati Reds rookie Rece Hinds makes it back-to-back home runs in his two days in MLB

Cincinnati Reds rookie Rece Hinds makes it back-to-back home runs in his two days in MLB

July 10, 2024
Cincinnati Reds rookie Rece Hinds makes it back-to-back home runs in his two days in MLB
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MLB roundup: Josh Naylor, Guardians top Tigers in 10th

Josh Naylor drove in four runs, including the go-ahead run in the 10th inning, as the visiting Cleveland Guardians topped the Detroit Tigers 9-8 on Tuesday night.

July 10, 2024
MLB roundup: Josh Naylor, Guardians top Tigers in 10th
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Guardians 3B Jose Ramirez joins HR Derby field

Cleveland Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez will participate the Home Run Derby, the slugger announced on social media on Tuesday.

July 09, 2024
Guardians 3B Jose Ramirez joins HR Derby field
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Dodgers place All-Star pitcher Tyler Glasnow on injured list with back tightness

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed All-Star right-hander Tyler Glasnow on the 15-day injured list with back tightness, retroactive to July 6

July 09, 2024
Dodgers place All-Star pitcher Tyler Glasnow on injured list with back tightness
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Harper and Schwarber return from injured list to start Phillies' series opener against Dodgers

Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber are back in the lineup for the Philadelphia Phillies just in time for a series against Los Angeles in a matchup of National League division leaders

July 09, 2024
Harper and Schwarber return from injured list to start Phillies' series opener against Dodgers
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Velocity training has pushed pitchers to their limits. Baseball is grappling with the injury risks

Velocity training is the rage in baseball from the youth levels up through the majors

July 09, 2024
Velocity training has pushed pitchers to their limits. Baseball is grappling with the injury risks
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Up top: Guardians own No. 1 pick in upcoming MLB draft, a selection that could alter team's future

It's been a season of firsts for the Cleveland Guardians

July 08, 2024
Up top: Guardians own No. 1 pick in upcoming MLB draft, a selection that could alter team's future
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Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes makes MLB history following 2024 All-Star Game selection

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes makes MLB history following 2024 All-Star Game selection

July 08, 2024
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes makes MLB history following 2024 All-Star Game selection
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MLB roundup: Marlins stun White Sox with walk-off HR

Down to their last strike, the host Miami Marlins picked up a 7-4 walk-off win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday afternoon when Jake Burger slugged a three-run homer against his former team.

July 08, 2024
MLB roundup: Marlins stun White Sox with walk-off HR
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Alonso to compete in Home Run Derby for 5th time, joins Henderson and Bohm in July 15 field

Pete Alonso will participate in his fifth straight Home Run Derby, with the New York Mets first baseman trying to win for the third time

July 08, 2024
Alonso to compete in Home Run Derby for 5th time, joins Henderson and Bohm in July 15 field
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Brady Singer, Royals salvage series finale vs. Rockies

Brady Singer threw seven dominant innings to lead the Kansas City Royals to a 10-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday in Denver.

July 07, 2024
Brady Singer, Royals salvage series finale vs. Rockies
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Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes picked for All-Star Game just 2 months after his major league debut

Paul Skenes’ first All-Star selection was as speedy as his fastball

July 07, 2024
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes picked for All-Star Game just 2 months after his major league debut
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Pirates' Skenes an All-Star just 8 weeks after debut, and 7 Phillies are picked for July 16 game

Pittsburgh pitcher Paul Skenes was picked for the All-Star Game just eight weeks after his debut, and major league-leading Philadelphia had a big league-high seven selections

July 07, 2024
Pirates' Skenes an All-Star just 8 weeks after debut, and 7 Phillies are picked for July 16 game
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Ben Rice makes history as first New York Yankee rookie to hit three home runs in a single game

Ben Rice makes history as first New York Yankee rookie to hit three home runs in a single game

July 07, 2024
Ben Rice makes history as first New York Yankee rookie to hit three home runs in a single game
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MLB roundup: Jose Miranda ties consecutive hits mark in Twins' win

Jose Miranda matched the major league record for consecutive hits and rookie Brooks Lee clubbed his first career home run as the Minnesota Twins beat the visiting Houston Astros 9-3 on Saturday.

July 07, 2024
MLB roundup: Jose Miranda ties consecutive hits mark in Twins' win
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Rookie James Wood homers as Nationals rout Cardinals

Washington rookie James Wood hit his first major league homer and drove in five runs, and the Nationals routed the visiting St. Louis Cardinals 14-6 on Saturday.

July 07, 2024
Rookie James Wood homers as Nationals rout Cardinals
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Ben Rice becomes 1st Yankees rookie to hit 3 homers in a game in a 14-4 rout of Red Sox

Ben Rice became the first Yankees rookie to homer three times in a game and drove in seven runs as New York snapped a four-game slide with a 14-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday

July 06, 2024
Ben Rice becomes 1st Yankees rookie to hit 3 homers in a game in a 14-4 rout of Red Sox
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Twins' Jose Miranda gets a hit in 12th consecutive at-bat, tying MLB record

Jose Miranda of the Minnesota Twins singled in the fourth inning for his 12th straight hit in an at-bat

July 06, 2024
Twins' Jose Miranda gets a hit in 12th consecutive at-bat, tying MLB record
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Pittsburgh Pirates equal franchise record and exhaust supply of celebratory fireworks with 7 homers in win over New York Mets

Pittsburgh Pirates equal franchise record and exhaust supply of celebratory fireworks with 7 homers in win over New York Mets

July 06, 2024
Pittsburgh Pirates equal franchise record and exhaust supply of celebratory fireworks with 7 homers in win over New York Mets
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MLB roundup: Dodgers' Will Smith socks 3 HRs vs. Brewers

Will Smith hit three home runs and Freddie Freeman delivered a two-run, go-ahead single in the eighth inning as the host Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for an 8-5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on

July 06, 2024
MLB roundup: Dodgers' Will Smith socks 3 HRs vs. Brewers
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Anthony Volpe has one word for state of the skidding Yankees: "Brutal"

A major league-best 49-21 through June 12, the New York Yankees are a big league-worst 5-15 since

July 06, 2024
Anthony Volpe has one word for state of the skidding Yankees: "Brutal"
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Pirates rookie Paul Skenes needed just 10 electrifying starts to enter the All-Star conversation

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes is putting together a resume worthy of an All-Star

July 06, 2024
Pirates rookie Paul Skenes needed just 10 electrifying starts to enter the All-Star conversation
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Mother of big league Lowe brothers sees them face each other for 1st time since her cancer diagnosis

There is a Lowe family reunion this weekend in Texas

July 06, 2024
Mother of big league Lowe brothers sees them face each other for 1st time since her cancer diagnosis
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Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances

Minnesota Twins designated hitter José Miranda has set a team record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances

July 06, 2024
Twins DH José Miranda sets club record with hits in 10 consecutive plate appearances
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Red Sox stun Yankees 5-3 on 2-run homers by Yoshida in the 9th and Rafaela in the 10th

Masataka Yoshida hit a tying, two-run homer off Clay Holmes with two outs in the ninth inning, Ceddane Rafaela homered against Tommy Kahnle leading off the 10th and the Boston Red stunned New York 5-3 and sent the Yankees to their 14th loss in 18 games

July 06, 2024
Red Sox stun Yankees 5-3 on 2-run homers by Yoshida in the 9th and Rafaela in the 10th
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Mike Ford signs with Japan's BayStars

First baseman and designated hitter Mike Ford has signed a contract for the 2024 season with the Yokohama DeNA BayStars of Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball, the team announced Friday.

July 05, 2024
Mike Ford signs with Japan's BayStars
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Reds' Ashcraft wins 5-minute standoff with Yankees even before Cincinnati completes 3-game sweep

Graham Ashcraft and the Cincinnati Reds won a stare down with the New York Yankees even before finishing their three-game sweep

July 04, 2024
Reds' Ashcraft wins 5-minute standoff with Yankees even before Cincinnati completes 3-game sweep
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Guardians' All-Star Steven Kwan moves to No. 1 in majors with an MLB-best .367 average

Steven Kwan isn’t just at the top of Cleveland’s lineup

July 04, 2024
Guardians' All-Star Steven Kwan moves to No. 1 in majors with an MLB-best .367 average
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Bochy won't have any of his players in AL All-Star lineup at home after Texas had 5 starters in '23

The American League starting lineup that Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy will write out for the All-Star Game won’t include any of his own players

July 04, 2024
Bochy won't have any of his players in AL All-Star lineup at home after Texas had 5 starters in '23
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Irvin allows 1 hit over 8 innings, Winker homers as the Nationals beat the Mets 1-0

Jake Irvin allowed just one hit and issued one walk in eight innings, Jesse Winker hit a pinch-hit home run and the Washington Nationals beat the New York Mets 1-0 in the traditional 11 a.m. Fourth of July game in the nation’s capital

July 04, 2024
Irvin allows 1 hit over 8 innings, Winker homers as the Nationals beat the Mets 1-0
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How Shohei Ohtani has brought a new wave of Japanese tourists to LA

CNN’s Natasha Chen reports on the impact of Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani in Los Angeles and its community.

July 04, 2024
How Shohei Ohtani has brought a new wave of Japanese tourists to LA
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How Shohei Ohtani has brought a new wave of Japanese tourists to LA

How Shohei Ohtani has brought a new wave of Japanese tourists to LA

July 04, 2024
How Shohei Ohtani has brought a new wave of Japanese tourists to LA
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MLB roundup: At age 22, A's starter Joey Estes blanks Angels

Joey Estes pitched a five-hit shutout as the Oakland Athletics made it two in a row over the visiting Los Angeles Angels with a 5-0 victory Wednesday night.

July 04, 2024
MLB roundup: At age 22, A's starter Joey Estes blanks Angels
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Christian Walker hits 16th and 17th career homers at Dodger Stadium, Diamondbacks rout Dodgers 12-4

Christian Walker hit a go-ahead homer in the fourth inning and a three-run blast in the ninth — his 16th and 17th career shots at Dodger Stadium — and the Arizona Diamondbacks overcame a rough start to rout Los Angeles 12-4

July 04, 2024
Christian Walker hits 16th and 17th career homers at Dodger Stadium, Diamondbacks rout Dodgers 12-4
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The 1st All-Star nod for Padres' Profar has a Texas flair, 12 years after his debut with Rangers

Jurickson Profar's first All-Star Game appearance is set for the home of the Texas Rangers 12 years after his debut for them

July 04, 2024
The 1st All-Star nod for Padres' Profar has a Texas flair, 12 years after his debut with Rangers
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Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdovers

Shohei Ohtani has become the first player elected to start at designated hitter in four straight All-Star Games

July 03, 2024
Ohtani elected to start at DH in 4th straight All-Star Game, joins Judge as only holdovers
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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to skip home run derby

Shohei Ohtani is planning to skip the annual midseason home run derby.

July 03, 2024
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani to skip home run derby
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New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 32nd home run of the season in loss to Cincinnati Reds

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 32nd home run of the season in loss to Cincinnati Reds

July 03, 2024
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits 32nd home run of the season in loss to Cincinnati Reds
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MLB roundup: Dodgers earn walk-off win over D-backs

Teoscar Hernandez drove in three runs, including the game-winner on a ninth-inning single, as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 6-5 victory over the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.

July 03, 2024
MLB roundup: Dodgers earn walk-off win over D-backs
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Shohei Ohtani says he won't participate in Home Run Derby during All-Star festivities

Shohei Ohtani won’t participate in the Home Run Derby on July 15 despite the Japanese superstar ranking second in the majors with 27 homers for the Los Angeles Dodgers

July 03, 2024
Shohei Ohtani says he won't participate in Home Run Derby during All-Star festivities
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MLB roundup: Phillies post triple play in rout of Tigers

The Phillies pulled off the first triple play in the majors this season, Bryce Harper drove in five runs and Philadelphia cruised past the host Detroit Tigers, 8-1, on Monday night.

July 03, 2024
MLB roundup: Phillies post triple play in rout of Tigers
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Baseball star Ohtani's ex-interpreter pleads guilty to bank fraud

Japanese baseball great Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter pleaded guilty on Tuesday to stealing nearly $17 million from the athlete's

July 02, 2024
Baseball star Ohtani's ex-interpreter pleads guilty to bank fraud
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Birmingham game turns into tribute to Willie Mays

The death of baseball legend Willie Mays heightens the emotions for the special game between the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Ala., on Thursday.

July 02, 2024
Birmingham game turns into tribute to Willie Mays
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MLB roundup: O's top Yanks in Gerrit Cole's '24 debut

Cedric Mullins hit an RBI single with one out in the 10th inning off Clay Holmes as the Baltimore Orioles blew a four-run lead before holding on for a 7-6 victory over the host New York Yankees on

July 02, 2024
MLB roundup: O's top Yanks in Gerrit Cole's '24 debut
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Marlins slide past Cardinals with second consecutive walk-off win

Otto Lopez laced an opposite field walk-off single to score Tim Anderson and deliver the Marlins a 4-3 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday afternoon in Miami.

July 02, 2024
Marlins slide past Cardinals with second consecutive walk-off win
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MLB roundup: Down 5 in 9th, Dodgers

Teoscar Hernandez followed Jason Heyward's grand slam with a three-run homer in a seven-run ninth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the Colorado Rockies 11-9 on Tuesday in Denver.

July 02, 2024
MLB roundup: Down 5 in 9th, Dodgers
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Mookie Betts' injury swings NL MVP futures

Mookie Betts' fractured left hand did more than rob the Los Angeles Dodgers of their star shortstop for an undetermined amount of time, it had a massive impact on the National League Most Valuable

July 02, 2024
Mookie Betts' injury swings NL MVP futures
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MLB roundup: Pirates' Paul Skenes stars again in win over Reds

Rookie Paul Skenes was at it again for the Pittsburgh Pirates, tossing six strong innings in a 4-1 win over the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Monday to open a three-game series.

July 02, 2024
MLB roundup: Pirates' Paul Skenes stars again in win over Reds
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Dodgers star Mookie Betts placed on IL with fractured hand

Los Angeles Dodgers star shortstop Mookie Betts was placed on the 10-day injured list after fracturing his left hand when he was hit by a pitch in the seventh inning of Sunday's win over the Kansas

July 02, 2024
Dodgers star Mookie Betts placed on IL with fractured hand
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Yankees sign veteran reliever Tim Hill

The New York Yankees signed veteran reliever Tim Hill to a contract on Thursday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the Yankees, however ESPN reported it was a one-year contract.

July 02, 2024
Yankees sign veteran reliever Tim Hill
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Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo faints in hotel, cuts head

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo was out of Monday night's lineup against the host Washington Nationals due to an early morning fainting episode in which he cut his head.

July 01, 2024
Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo faints in hotel, cuts head
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Baseball legend Willie Mays, all-around great of America's pastime, dead at 93

Willie Mays, the Hall of Fame centerfielder whose all-around skills made him one of greatest baseball players of all time, died on Tuesday at the age of 93, Major League Baseball announced.

July 01, 2024
Baseball legend Willie Mays, all-around great of America's pastime, dead at 93
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Mays' death sparks tributes from baseball world and beyond

Tributes poured in for Willie Mays following news that the Major League Baseball great died on Tuesday at the age of 93, with the Hall of Famer being remembered as a "legend and pioneer"

July 01, 2024
Mays' death sparks tributes from baseball world and beyond
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Nationals call up OF James Wood to make debut

The Washington Nationals called up outfield prospect James Wood to make his major league debut on Monday.

July 01, 2024
Nationals call up OF James Wood to make debut
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Home Run Derby issues format change that limits the number of pitches each hitter will see

The Home Run Derby is altering its format

July 01, 2024
Home Run Derby issues format change that limits the number of pitches each hitter will see
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Yankees call up 1B prospect Ben Rice as 3 players go on IL

The Yankees called up first base prospect Ben Rice to replace Anthony Rizzo, one of three players New York added to the injured list on Tuesday.

July 01, 2024
Yankees call up 1B prospect Ben Rice as 3 players go on IL
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It's time to dole out a few unconventional midseason baseball awards

The major league season has passed its halfway point so award speculation is going to heat up

July 01, 2024
It's time to dole out a few unconventional midseason baseball awards
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MLB roundup: Surging Astros cool off Mets in 11th

Trey Cabbage's two-run double capped a five-run 11th inning for the visiting Houston Astros, who moved over .500 for the first time this season with a 10-5 win over the New York Mets on Sunday in the

July 01, 2024
MLB roundup: Surging Astros cool off Mets in 11th
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Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford becomes the 1st major leaguer to hit for the cycle in 2024

Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford has hit for the cycle in Baltimore, completing the feat with a three-run homer down the left-field line in the eighth inning

July 01, 2024
Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford becomes the 1st major leaguer to hit for the cycle in 2024

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