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Boring? That description fits the Cubs' bats with men on base
Kris Bryant's trip to St. Louis wasn't very lively, as Chicago struggled to get timely hits and fell out of first place in the process.
Phillies acquire outfielder Bruce from Mariners
The Mariners are getting Class-A infielder Jake Scheiner and cash from the Phillies in exchange for Bruce.
Bruce says he's been dealt by Mariners to Phillies
Outfielder Jay Bruce says he's been traded by the Mariners to the Phillies.
Brewers place RHP Chacin on IL, to recall Nelson
The Brewers have placed struggling starter Jhoulys Chacin on the injured list with a strained lower back, paving the way for Jimmy Nelson's return to the majors.
How Joey Cora pulled Alex along after their father died
The Red Sox manager didn't just follow the path his older brother blazed to the big leagues -- he also received the guidance he needed.
Rangers' Gallo placed on IL following early exit
Joey Gallo is on the injured list after oblique tightness flared up multiple times during Saturday's game.
'Release the Kraken!' How Gary Sanchez is making 2019 his year
Ripping his 18th home run one-handed was just the latest feat for the bopping backstop who is leading a Yankees' surge in the standings.
Rangers' Gallo exits with oblique injury, has MRI
Joey Gallo initially felt tightness in his left oblique while playing in the outfield and then again on a check swing during a plate appearance.
Athletics slugger Davis returns from IL vs. Astros
Khris Davis went on the injured list May 24 because of a bruised left hip and oblique muscle.
Rangers' Gallo exits game with oblique injury
Joey Gallo initially felt tightness in his left oblique playing in the outfield and then again on a check swing during a plate appearance.
Anarchy, ingenuity and a lot to gain: How one team could blow up MLB draft
We lay out a big-dollar, high-reward plan to exploit the process, score the most talented class in history and change the sport forever. One question remains: Would it actually work?
Source: Phillies, Mariners discuss Bruce trade
The Phillies are in discussions with the Mariners concerning a deal for veteran Jay Bruce, who has 14 home runs and 28 RBIs this season, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Brewers moving Gonzalez to IL with arm fatigue
Gio Gonzalez, who has made six starts this season for the Brewers, is going on the 10-day injured list due to arm fatigue.
Red Sox place Pearce on IL with low back strain
Steve Pearce, who was removed from Friday's game against the Yankees after fouling out in the second inning, has been put on the 10-day IL with a low back strain.
Homer-happy: MLB-record 1,135 HRs hit in May
Forty more home runs were slugged Friday, the last day of the month, bringing the final tally for May to 1,135 home runs, easily breaking the major league record that was set in August 2017.
Maddon critical of plate umpire Laz Diaz after loss
Joe Maddon wasn't pleased with plate umpire Laz Diaz after his Cubs dropped a 2-1 decision to the Cardinals in 10 innings Friday, saying a missed call by Diaz on a 3-2 pitch in the bottom of the 10th factored into the outcome.
Homer rate hits monthly high with 1,120 in May
Toronto's Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went deep in the eighth inning at Colorado on Friday, the final day of the month, to set the record with the 1,120th homer in May.
Bell's 94 TB most in May since Willie Mays in '58
Josh Bell finished off his historic May with two more hits, Starling Marte added three hits and scored three times and the Pittsburgh Pirates pounced on struggling Milwaukee starter Jhoulys Chacin in a 9-4 victory Friday night.
Correa: Knew something was wrong after 'crack'
Astros star Carlos Correa said he heard a "crack" when his masseuse pressed on his right side and figured "something was not right" when it hurt to breathe and while he was walking.
