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Seeking some depth at the catching position, the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday acquired Kevan Smith, 32, from the Tampa Bay Rays for cash.

White Sox manager Tony La Russa has made it clear that he doesn't agree with some of his players' viewpoints regarding "respect for the game of baseball," but he also doesn't believe there's a rift in his clubhouse.

Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. is off the injured list following his positive test for COVID-19 last week, while first baseman Eric Hosmer, who was on the IL due to contact tracing, was also activated.

Pitchers are chasing K's. Hitters are OK striking out. So what's the big deal? It's destroying the sport.

From rising strikeout totals and unwritten rules debates to connecting with a new generation of fans and a looming labor battle, baseball is at a crossroads.

Detroit's Spencer Turnbull dominated the Mariners' offense Tuesday night for the fifth no-hitter of the MLB season.

Rougned Odor was in the starting lineup and had two hits in Tuesday's game against the Rangers. Meanwhile, shortstop Gleyber Torres is expected to be activated Wednesday.

Angels star outfielder Mike Trout is expected to miss six to eight weeks with a Grade 2 strain of his right calf. Trout, who described feeling a "pop," said he initially feared he might have ruptured his Achilles tendon.

Up 3-0 in the count late in a blowout victory over Minnesota Monday, Chicago designated hitter Yermin Mercedes hit a home run, much to the dismay of White Sox manager Tony La Russa, who felt it was uncalled for and something that "will not happen again."

Mets outfielder Kevin Pillar has multiple nasal fractures after being hit in the face by a fastball Monday, but he was on hand at the ballpark Tuesday to deliver the lineup card and told reporters he feels "as close to normal as possible."

Rougned Odor was in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rangers, and shortstop Gleyber Torres is expected to be activated Wednesday.

After battling cancer, former Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett died Tuesday at 72. Stennett helped the Pirates win the 1979 World Series and was part of the first all-Black lineup in MLB history.

Seemingly overnight, bat flips and flair have gone from baseball taboos to big league marketing material.

Angels star outfielder Mike Trout was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a right calf strain and is expected to miss six to eight weeks, the team announced.

Phillies manager Joe Girardi and second baseman Jean Segura say they again "love each other" after the two made up following Sunday's dugout confrontation.

Rougned Odor was in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rangers, and shortstop Gleyber Torres will be available Wednesday after being cleared from the COVID-19 injured list.

After battling cancer, former Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett died Tuesday at 72. Stennett helped the Pirates win the 1979 World Series and was part of the first all-Black lineup in MLB history.

Christian Yelich, who has played only one game since April 11 due to a lower back strain, has been activated by the Brewers. He is batting .353 with one RBI in just 10 games this season.

After battling cancer, former Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Rennie Stennett died Tuesday at 72. Stennett helped the Pirates win the 1979 World Series and was part of the first all-Black lineup in MLB history.

Mets outfielder Kevin Millar has multiple nasal fractures after being hit in the face by a 94 mph fastball in Monday night's win over the Braves.