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Jul 26, 2024

Back surgery for Yelich inevitable, manager says
Brewers manager Pat Murphy says it's inevitable that Christian Yelich will have surgery at some point on his ailing back but remains optimistic the All-Star outfielder can return this season.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Mariners land RHP García, send prospects to Jays
The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi García from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Mets bolster bullpen, trade for Mariners' Stanek
The Mets' quest to improve their bullpen before Tuesday's trade deadline continued Friday when they acquired reliever Ryne Stanek from the Mariners.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Yankees eye Monday return for slugger Stanton
The Yankees are eyeing a Monday return for slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn't played since straining his left hamstring while running the bases on June 22.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Mariners land RHP Garcia, send prospects to Jays
The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi Garcia from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Orioles bolster rotation, acquire Eflin from Rays
The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-handed starter Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Angels receive good news on Trout as MRI clean
An MRI on Mike Trout's left knee came back clean, and the Los Angeles Angels outfielder is dealing with scar tissue buildup and inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Brewers closer Williams on verge of season debut
Brewers closer Devin Williams appears on the verge of making his season debut after missing four months with stress fractures in his back.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Rays activate Diaz after week on restricted list
The Rays have reinstated first baseman Yandy Diaz from the restricted list after he missed the team's recent seven-game road trip due to a family matter.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Power Rankings: An AL team on the rise breaks into top 10
A number of baseball's best teams have struggled recently, making the deadline even more important.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Phillies get '23 All-Star OF Hays in trade with O's
The Phillies have acquired outfielder Austin Hays in a trade with the Orioles. Reliever Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache are headed to Baltimore in return.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Mets place Núñez on IL in flurry of bullpen moves
The Mets' struggling bullpen took another hit on Friday when Dedniel Núñez was placed on the injured list and Shintaro Fujinami was designated for assignment.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Why baseball is not in 2024 Olympics -- and how MLB stars could play in 2028 return
The 2024 Paris Olympics are underway. What would it take to see MLB stars participating in the next edition in Los Angeles?

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Twins reinstate Lewis (groin) from injured list
The Minnesota Twins returned infielder Royce Lewis from his rehab assignment on Friday and reinstated him from the 10-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

Dodgers deal Paxton to Red Sox for minor leaguer
The Red Sox acquired left-hander James Paxton from the Dodgers for minor league infielder Moises Bolivar on Friday, attempting to fortify their rotation as they chase a playoff spot in a wide-open American League landscape.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

A's Miller breaks pinkie hitting table in frustration
A's closer Mason Miller broke the pinkie finger on his non-pitching hand when he pounded a table in frustration after Monday night's game against Houston.

ESPN MLB
Jul 26, 2024

In need of spark, Mariners deal for OF Arozarena
With their offense struggling, the Mariners got a boost Thursday night by acquiring All-Star outfielder Randy Arozarena from the Rays.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Did Dylan Cease just have the best three-start MLB stretch we've ever seen?
Finishing off the second no-no in Padres history was just the latest in the San Diego ace's historic hot streak.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

D-backs land reliever Puk in trade with Marlins
The Diamondbacks acquired left-handed reliever A.J. Puk from the Marlins for infielder Deyvison De Los Santos and center fielder Andrew Pintar on Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

A's Miller breaks pinky hitting table in frustration
A's closer Mason Miller broke the pinky finger on his non-pitching hand when he pounded a table in frustration after Monday night's game against Houston.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Kershaw solid in Dodgers return: 'It meant a lot'
Clayton Kershaw allowed two runs in a four-inning, 72-pitch outing that saw him scatter six hits and walk three batters against the Giants. "It meant a lot," he said of his return to the Dodgers.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Sources: D-backs land reliever Puk from Marlins
The Diamondbacks acquired left-handed reliever A.J. Puk from the Marlins for infielder Deyvison De Los Santos and center fielder Andrew Pintar on Thursday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

A's closer Miller on IL with fractured left pinky
Athletics All-Star closer Mason Miller landed on the 15-day injured list on Thursday after fracturing his pinky finger following Monday night's 4-0 win over the Astros.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Yelich still hoping to avoid surgery on ailing back
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich hopes to avoid surgery as he attempts to return later this season from the lower back inflammation that landed him on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Dylan Cease's no-hitter caps off one of the best three-start MLB stretches ever
Finishing off the second no-no in Padres history was just the latest in the San Diego ace's historic hot streak.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Giants place Flores on 10-day IL with knee injury
The San Francisco Giants placed infielder Wilmer Flores on the 10-day injured list on Thursday because of right knee tendonitis.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Cease throws second no-hitter in Padres history
Dylan Cease threw a no-hitter Thursday against the Nationals, becoming the second pitcher in Padres history to achieve the feat.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Padres' Cease throws no-hitter against Nationals
Dylan Cease threw a no-hitter Thursday becoming the second pitcher in Padres history to achieve the feat.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Scherzer passes Verlander for 10th-most K's
Max Scherzer moved into 10th place on the career strikeout list, and the most among active pitchers, when the Rangers right-hander struck out a season-high nine on Thursday against the White Sox.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Sources: Trade-target Crochet wants new deal
White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet wants to remain a starter and get an extension if he's traded.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Rangers activate pitcher Dunning from 15-day IL
The Texas Rangers activated Dane Dunning from the 15-day injured list on Thursday and optioned fellow right-hander Gerson Garabito to Triple-A Round Rock.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Judge denies MLBPA request in Bad Bunny case
The MLBPA lost in its attempt to get a federal judge to confirm an arbitration decision denying an attempt by an agent at Bad Bunny's Rimas Sports firm to block his decertification by the union.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Orioles infielder Mateo to IL with elbow injury
The Orioles have placed second baseman Jorge Mateo on the 10-day injured list due to a dislocated left elbow.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Olney: Why Alex Cora's extension gives Red Sox fans something to cheer
Earlier this year, Cora's free agency seemed a given. Now a giant payday has him in Boston through 2027.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

MLB Power Rankings: An AL team on the rise breaks into top 10
A number of baseball's best teams have struggled recently, making the deadline even more important to their October aspirations.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands ahead of trade deadline
A number of baseball's best teams have struggled recently, making the deadline even more important to their October aspirations.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

ChiSox, 50 under. 500, on pace for dubious mark
With their loss Wednesday night at Texas, the White Sox have dropped 10 in a row and are now 50 games under .500 for the first time since finishing 56-106 in 1970.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

Jays OF Kiermaier says he'll retire after season
Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier, a four-time Gold Glove winner, said he is "at peace" with his decision to retire at the end of the season.

ESPN MLB
Jul 25, 2024

As slump rolls on, Boone insists Yanks 'right there'
Yankees manager Aaron Boone vented his frustration with his team's tailspin after Wednesday's 12-3 loss to the Mets, but insisted he believes the Yankees will reverse course.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Kershaw on Dodgers' return: 'Excited to get back'
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. It turns out, though, that the Dodgers' longtime ace is coming back at a pivotal time.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Dodgers, hurting at shortstop, ink ex-Giant Ahmed
The Dodgers signed free agent shortstop Nick Ahmed on Wednesday as a replacement for the injured Miguel Rojas.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Mets' Scott to be shut down, surgery ruled out
The Mets will shut down right-hander Christian Scott for two weeks after an MRI on Monday revealed an ulnar collateral ligament sprain and inflammation in his right elbow.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Rangers sign 1st-rounder Moore, 15 other picks
The Rangers have signed first-round pick Malcolm Moore and 15 other players they selected in MLB's amateur draft during the All-Star festivities they hosted last week.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Alcántara throws 1st bullpen session since surgery
Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcántara has thrown his first bullpen session since he had Tommy John surgery.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Trout to leave rehab assignment, get reevaluated
Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout is leaving his rehab assignment at Triple-A Salt Lake to have his surgically repaired knee reevaluated in Southern California.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Trout to leave rehab assignment, get re-evaluated
Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout is leaving his rehab assignment at Triple-A Salt Lake to have his surgically repaired knee re-evaluated in Southern California.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Red Sox reward Cora with extension through '27
The Red Sox and manager Alex Cora have reached a three-year contract extension through the 2027 season. The deal is worth $21.75 million, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Rockies tie franchise record for runs in 20-7 win
The Rockies tied a franchise record for runs in a 20-7 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

DSG makes 'progress' with Comcast on MLB deal
Bankrupt operator Diamond Sports Group has made "substantial progress" on a deal with Comcast, which could get MLB games back on the air throughout the country.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Trout feels better after leaving rehab game early
Angels star Mike Trout is feeling better after leaving Tuesday's rehab assignment early with soreness in his surgically repaired left knee, manager Ron Washington said Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Yelich to see spine specialist, may need surgery
Brewers All-Star Christian Yelich, who was put on the IL with back inflammation, will see a spine specialist to determine whether he needs season-ending surgery.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Sources: Cora, Red Sox in talks over extension
The Red Sox and manager Alex Cora have engaged in recent talks on a three-year contract extension worth $21.75 million, and there is momentum toward a deal, sources told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Brewers' Yelich 'not great,' to see back specialist
Brewers All-Star Christian Yelich was put on the IL and that he'll see a back specialist to determine "the best for the near future and into the future."

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Twins reinstate Stewart from 60-day IL
The Minnesota Twins reinstated relief pitcher Brock Stewart from the 60-day injured list Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Yankees to rock the deadline? Here's what Brian Cashman & Co. can do
No, they're not going to DFA the entire bottom half of the lineup. Inside Brian Cashman & Co.'s plan.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

The eight players most likely to be moved at the deadline
Tristan H. Cockcroft looks at which players are the likeliest to see their situations change over the next week and what fantasy managers should do to take advantage.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

The Yankees can't fix everything at the trade deadline: Here's what MLB insiders think they'll do
No, they're not going to DFA the entire bottom half of the lineup. Inside Brian Cashman & Co.'s plan.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Yelich (back) exits win in sixth, may land on IL
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich left Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs with what the club called back tightness, a situation that manager Pat Murphy said was "concerning," adding that the All-Star could wind up on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Yanks can't make Mets pay for four Judge walks
Aaron Boone said the Yankees' middle of the lineup needs to get "more settled" to punish teams for brazenly walking Aaron Judge.

ESPN MLB
Jul 24, 2024

Montgomery silences Royals' bats in return from IL
Jordan Montgomery, who had been sidelined since June 27 due to right knee inflammation, allowed one run in five innings to help the Diamondbacks beat the Royals 6-2 on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Orioles' Suarez, Mateo exit early with injuries
Orioles pitcher Albert Suárez and second baseman Jorge Mateo got hurt in the third inning against the Marlins on Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Skenes pitches into 9th, suffers 1st loss as pro
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 on Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Trout (sore knee) exits rehab game after 2 innings
Angels outfielder Mike Trout lasted just two innings of his first rehab start in the minors on Tuesday night due to soreness in his surgically-repaired left knee.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Walls: Gesture not intended as Trump endorsement
Rays shortstop Taylor Walls said Tuesday that his Donald Trump-inspired celebration of a hit Sunday was not intended as an endorsement of the Republican presidential candidate.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Scuffling Mariners lose Rodríguez, Crawford to IL
Julio Rodríguez and J.P. Crawford were placed on the injured list Tuesday, and manager Scott Servais didn't offer a timeline for their return to the Mariners' lineup.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Injured Yanks top prospect Dominguez nears return
Yankees top prospect Jasson Dominguez, out since suffering an oblique strain June 15, is nearing a return to game action, manager Aaron Boone said Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Higashioka honored for grandfather's war service
San Diego Padres catcher Kyle Higashioka received a replica of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to his grandfather's World War II unit Monday during a ceremony at the National Museum of the United States Army.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Rockies' Bryant activated after oblique strain
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.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Mets place rookie RHP Scott on IL with UCL sprain
The Mets placed rookie right-hander Christian Scott on the IL with a right UCL sprain and are deciding what the next step will be.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

D-backs activate Montgomery, to start vs. Royals
Diamondbacks left-hander Jordan Montgomery was activated from the 15-day injured list and will start Tuesday night against the visiting the Royals.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Yankees brush off Severino 'two good hitters' jab
The Yankees are brushing off recent comments from Luis Severino, who quipped last week that the Bronx Bombers "only have two good hitters."

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Royals heated after Witt gets plunked shy of cycle
On a night when he was hit by a pitch, firing up his teammates, Bobby Witt Jr. fell a single short of the cycle and the surging Kansas City Royals defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-4 on Monday at home for their fourth straight victory.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

J-Rod day-to-day for Seattle with mild ankle sprain
Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez was out of the starting lineup Monday night and is considered day-to-day with what manager Scott Servais labeled a "mild ankle sprain."

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

M's Crawford suffers hairline pinky fracture on HBP
Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford is likely headed for a stint on the injured list after suffering a hairline fracture in his right pinky in Seattle's loss to the Angels on Monday night.

ESPN MLB
Jul 23, 2024

Witt falls 1B shy of cycle after being plunked
On a night when he was hit by a pitch, firing up his teammates, Bobby Witt Jr. fell a single short of the cycle and the surging Kansas City Royals defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-4 on Monday at home for their fourth straight victory.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Trout nears return, set to begin rehab assignment
Angels star Mike Trout is slated to begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday as he nears his return to the majors after a knee injury sustained April 29.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

M's hold Rodriguez (ankle) out, await MRI results
Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez was out of the starting lineup Monday night, after leaving Sunday's game in the sixth inning with a sprained right ankle, and was considered "day to day" while the team awaited the results of an MRI.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

'A difficult decision': Paxton DFA'd by Dodgers
James Paxton, a veteran starting pitcher who brought stability to a needy Los Angeles Dodgers rotation this season, was designated for assignment Monday, with manager Dave Roberts saying that "it was a difficult decision. He handled it like a pro."

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Hoyer: Cubs looking past 2024 at trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs are concentrating on their future beyond this season as the trade deadline approaches, President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer said on Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Mariners' France surprised to be put on waivers
Seattle first baseman Ty France said he was 'a little caught off guard' to find out Monday he had been put on waivers by the Mariners.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Trout nears return, set for Tue. rehab assignment
Angels star Mike Trout is slated to begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday as he nears his return to the majors after a knee injury sustained April 29.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Rockies RHP Marquez on IL one start into return
One start into his return from Tommy John surgery, Colorado Rockies right-hander German Marquez was put on the 15-day injured list on Monday with right elbow inflammation.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Sources: Dodgers pitcher James Paxton DFA'd
Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher James Paxton was designated for assignment Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Wife of Yankees executive Minaya dies at age 55
The Yankees held a moment of silence before Monday's game for Rachel Minaya, wife of team executive Omar Minaya, who died over the weekend at age 55.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Report: Dahl returns to Phils on minor league deal
Outfielder David Dahl is back in the Philadelphia Phillies organization on a minor league contract, The Athletic reported Monday.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Blake Snell and other pitchers that need to be rostered
Blake Snell leads the list of players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Pujols? Verlander? Ohtani? Which players are in this century's top 25?
Which baseball players have led fantasy teams to victory this century? Here's our definitive list of the top 25.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Trade deadline tracker: Your one-stop shop for rumors, news, buzz and more
Will Vlad Jr. get traded? Which contenders will make the biggest splash? Here's our latest intel as 6 p.m. ET on July 30 approaches.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Banged-up Braves ink super-utility man Merrifield
Super-utility man Whit Merrifield has signed a major league contract with the Atlanta Braves and will join the team a day after All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies fractured his wrist.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Trade deadline tracker: Rumors, latest updates and analysis
Will Vlad Jr. get traded? Which contenders will make the biggest splash? Here's our latest intel as 6 p.m. ET on July 30 approaches.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Ranking the top 25 MLB players of the 21st century
From Jeter to Judge, Halladay to Harper, here are baseball's best from the past 25 years.

ESPN MLB
Jul 22, 2024

Jansen to miss Rockies series due to health issues
Boston closer Kenley Jansen will not be with the Red Sox during a series in Colorado due to health issues, telling reporters after Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers that doctors had to "shock his heart back into rhythm" after previous Denver trips.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

Sources: Mariners put France on outright waivers
The Mariners placed Ty France on outright waivers Sunday, sources told ESPN, cutting ties with the 30-year-old first baseman amid a teamwide offensive slump that has seen Seattle fritter away a double-digit-game lead in the AL West.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

Yamamoto 'goal' still to return before playoffs
With Tyler Glasnow and Clayton Kershaw set to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers' rotation, the focus has now shifted to Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whose comeback date remains uncertain after he missed five weeks since been diagnosed with a strained rotator cuff.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

'I just talked too much': Melvin tossed before game
Giants manager Bob Melvin wasn't around for the finish Sunday as his team defeated the Rockies at Coors Field. He didn't even make it to the start, for that matter.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

Alvarez cycle in vain as Astros fall to Mariners
Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez hit for the cycle against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, becoming the 10th player in Houston history to accomplish the feat.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

M's Rodriguez crashes into fence, suffers sprain
Mariners star Julio Rodríguez is day to day with an ankle sprain after he leaped for a flyball and twisted his right ankle on the pad of the outfield fence.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

As Hall of Fame welcomes four new members, one empty seat looms large
For the first time ever, the Hall of Fame holds its induction weekend without the great Willie Mays walking among us.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

Boone ejected during scuffling Yankees' 6-4 loss
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected for the major-league-leading fifth time this season, and the 38th time in his career leading the club, when plate umpire Edwin Jimenez tossed him for arguing during Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

ESPN MLB
Jul 21, 2024

Dodgers activate OF Heyward, send Outman down
Dodgers outfielder Jason Heyward was reinstated from the injured list Sunday and set to start in right field vs. the Red Sox.

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