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Trio of minor leaguers hit with PED suspensions
Pittsburgh infielder Rayber Romero, Colorado pitcher Stalyn Sanchez and Dodgers outfielder Geremias Valencia were suspended for 60 games each following positive tests under baseball's minor league drug program.
Sources: Álvarez lands 6-year, $115M extension
Yordan Álvarez, the 2019 AL Rookie of the Year and last year's ALCS MVP, will see his new 6-year, $115 million extension begin next season, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Phillies fire manager Girardi after 2-plus seasons
After a 22-29 start that has put the team on track to miss the playoffs for the 11th straight year, the Phillies have fired Joe Girardi as manager.
4 unvaccinated Twins to miss series in Toronto
The struggling Twins have arrived in Toronto without regular right fielder Max Kepler and relief pitchers Emilio Pagán, Caleb Thielbar and Trevor Megill, who are on the restricted list to comply with the Canadian government's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Orioles promote Eve Rosenbaum to assistant GM
The Baltimore Orioles have promoted Eve Rosenbaum from Director of Player Development to Assistant General Manager of Baseball Operations.
Taillon toys with perfecto in Yanks' comeback win
Jameson Taillon took a perfect game into the eighth inning, then fell behind before the New York Yankees rallied past the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 Thursday night.
Rangers get minor leaguer for pitcher Abreu
The Rangers acquired minor league right-hander Yohanse Morel from the Royals for pitcher Albert Abreu.
Lindor out after slamming his finger in hotel door
Francisco Lindor slammed his finger closing a door and will miss the New York Mets' series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night.
Kaat uses offensive description for Yanks' Cortes
Twins broadcaster Jim Kaat referred to Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes as "Nestor the Molestor" on Thursday. It's the second offensive remark in the past year by the 83-year-old Hall of Fame pitcher.
Padres send down Cano, who opts for free agency
The Padres sent infielder Robinson Cano to Triple-A El Paso on Thursday, but Cano opted to become a free agent.
O's pitching prospect Rodriguez has strained lat
Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez has a strained lat muscle, Baltimore general manager Mike Elias said.
Blue Jays place Ryu on IL day after early exit
Blue Jays left-hander Hyun Jin Ryu has been placed on the 15-day injured list after he left Wednesday's game following the fourth inning.
Meet my brother and best friend, Matt: The Pride of the Kurkjians
As MLB pays tribute to Lou Gehrig, I know someday I will lose someone dear to me to the disease that took the Hall of Famer's life.
Twins put veteran Gray on IL with strained pec
Twins pitcher Sonny Gray landed on the injured list for the second time this season, this time for a right pectoral strain. He is 3-1 with a 2.41 ERA this season.
Tim Kurkjian: This Lou Gehrig Day, my brother -- and best friend -- is living with ALS
As MLB pays tribute to the Yankees legend, I know someday I will lose someone dear to me to the disease that took the Hall of Famer's life.
MLB Power Rankings: Who's No. 1 in the first June edition?
Two months into the season, the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees look hard to beat -- but there are a few teams trying.
Jays' Ryu leaves after 4th with forearm tightness
Blue Jays left-hander Hyun Jin Ryu exited his start Wednesday night against the Chicago White Sox after four innings because of tightness in his pitching forearm. He'll have an MRI to determine the extent of the latest issue.
Much ado about fantasy football: Weighing in on Pham/Pederson feud
Disagreements between participants in fantasy leagues are par for the course. But MLB players Tommy Pham and Joc Pederson made it public. Our fantasy analysts react to the recent spat.
Donaldson: Yankees' lack of support was hurtful
Josh Donaldson was hurt that New York Yankees teammates didn't publicly support him in the wake of his controversial remark to Chicago White Sox star Tim Anderson.
