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Twins close clubhouse after sweep by Braves
Twins skipper Rocco Baldelli closed his team's clubhouse on Wednesday to keep out members of the media after Minnesota was swept in a three-game series by the Atlanta Braves.
Bills training staff, USWNT, Hendriks earn ESPYS
The entire Buffalo Bills training staff will be honored at the 2023 ESPY Awards for the life-saving measures employed when safety Damar Hamlin collapsed during a game in January.
Elly De La Cruz: A tall tale in the making
The 21-year-old phenom introduced himself to the big leagues with a 458-foot homer. De La Cruz hasn't slowed down, and the Reds have raced into playoff contention.
Ohtani K's 10, homers twice despite cracked nail
Shohei Ohtani hit two home runs and struck out 10 on Tuesday night to lead the Angels past the White Sox in his latest extraordinary performance.
Ohtani hasn't 'thought that far ahead' on HR Derby
Shohei Ohtani already knows he is headed to the All-Star Game, but it remains unclear whether he will take part in the Home Run Derby in Seattle on July 10.
Escobar becomes U.S. citizen, returns to Angels
The Los Angeles Angels activated veteran infielder Eduardo Escobar from the restricted list on Tuesday, just hours after he became an American citizen.
Francona sent to hospital for tests, misses game
Terry Francona went to a local hospital for precautionary tests after feeling poorly before the Guardians' game Tuesday night against the Royals in Kansas City.
Tigers LHP Boyd to undergo Tommy John surgery
Detroit Tigers left-hander Matthew Boyd will undergo Tommy John surgery after sustaining a partial sprain of his ulnar collateral ligament during Monday night's game against the Texas Rangers.
Muncy back for Dodgers; Urias set for Sat. start
Max Muncy is in the Dodgers lineup and playing third base in the opener of a three-game series against the Rockies on Tuesday night.
Darvish fighting illness, misses start vs. Pirates
Bob Melvin said Darvish threw on Tuesday at home and was feeling better, but added Darvish will not pitch during the three-game set against the Pirates.
Mets GM not panicking, backs skipper Showalter
Mets general manager Billy Eppler is not rushing to make any big moves ahead of the deadline despite his team's woeful performance this season.
Diamondbacks place P Kelly (calf) on 15-day IL
The Arizona Diamondbacks have places starting pitcher Merrill Kelly on the 15-day injured list with right calf inflammation.
Twins' bullpen hurt again as Stewart goes on IL
Twins reliever Brock Stewart, who has thrived out of the bullpen with a 0.70 ERA in 25 2/3 innings this season, was placed on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow soreness.
Jays' Manoah manhandled in rookie-level game
Blue Jays starter Alek Manoah was hit hard in his first game after returning to the minors, allowing 11 runs over 2 2/3 innings in a rookie-level Florida Complex League game on Tuesday.
Verlander dealt automatic ball after late warmup
Justin Verlander was called for an automatic ball in the New York Mets' 2-1 loss to Milwaukee on Monday night at Citi Field, after throwing his final warmup toss ahead of the third inning with 27 seconds left on the clock, 3 seconds later than allowed.
Tigers starter Boyd, reliever Vest exit with injuries
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Matthew Boyd and reliever Will Vest exited against the Texas Rangers on Monday night with elbow and knee discomfort, respectively.
Orioles' Holliday booked for All-Star Futures Game
Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday, the top pick in last year's amateur draft and a son of former All-Star Matt Holliday, was among 14 first-round selections chosen for the All-Star Futures Game at T-Mobile Park in Seattle on July 8.
Escobar away from Angels to take citizenship test
Recently acquired Angels infielder Eduardo Escobar was placed on the restricted list Monday because he is scheduled to take his United States citizenship test on Tuesday in Miami.
Twins' De Leon needs Tommy John surgery again
The Twins' Jose De Leon will need Tommy John surgery for the second time in his career.
Rockies' Cron back after more than month on IL
The Rockies reinstated first baseman C.J. Cron from the 10-day injured list Monday.