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MLB Power Rankings Week 2: Which hot starts led to a big move up our list?

April 15, 2021 - 7:02am
The Dodgers remain a clear No. 1 at the top -- but there is plenty of movement after that.

White Sox's Carlos Rodon throws no-hitter vs. Indians

April 14, 2021 - 9:53pm
Carlos Rodon loses a perfect game in the ninth inning.

Brewers' Burnes (30 Ks, no walks) sees huge gains from a little tweak

April 14, 2021 - 9:53pm
In 2019, Corbin Burnes was one of the worst pitchers in baseball. Now he's one of the best.

Puig says assault allegations 'false and malicious'

April 14, 2021 - 3:51pm
In a statement released on Tuesday, free agent Yasiel Puig denied claims that he sexually assaulted a woman in 2018 and said that the allegations have prevented him from continuing his Major League career.

Pete Rose to sell picks for baseball, other sports

April 14, 2021 - 3:51pm
Pete Rose said Wednesday that he is joining a pick-selling website where he will make daily predictions about baseball and other sports.

Altuve, Bregman among 5 Astros out for protocol

April 14, 2021 - 3:51pm
Astros general manager James Click said that placing Yordan Alvarez, Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, Robel Garcia and Martin Maldonado on the IL was not a function of them breaking COVID-19 protocols.

Twins' Simmons positive after declining vaccine

April 14, 2021 - 12:49pm
Twins shortstop Andrelton Simmons, who has said he doesn't plan to be vaccinated for the coronavirus, has tested positive and was placed on the COVID-19 injured list Wednesday.

Minor league to test farther mound, DH tweak

April 14, 2021 - 12:49pm
In the second half of Atlantic League play, the pitching rubber will go back to 61 feet, 6 inches, giving hitters more time to react. The league will also implement the "double-hook" rule, where a team loses its DH when it removes its starting pitcher.

Blue Jays closer Merryweather placed on IL

April 14, 2021 - 12:49pm
The Toronto Blue Jays have placed closer Julian Merryweather on the 10-day injured list with a strained left oblique.

Madoff, whose scheme affected Mets, dies at 82

April 14, 2021 - 9:49am
Bernie Madoff, whose Ponzi scheme defrauded thousands and affected the finances of the New York Mets, has died in prison.

Brewers place Cain on IL; Yelich out 3rd straight

April 14, 2021 - 9:49am
Brewers outfielder Lorenzo Cain has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained left quad and Christian Yelich is out for the third straight game with back tightness.

Olympic baseball qualifier begins May 31 in Fla.

April 14, 2021 - 6:50am
Qualifying for the Olympic baseball tournament will take place in West Palm Beach and Port Lucie, FL beginning May 31.

Night of 11 aces: Bieber-Giolito doesn't disappoint; Snell falls apart

April 14, 2021 - 12:51am
Tuesday night saw 11 legitimate preseason Cy Young candidates all starting. Their results varied.

Contreras lets bat talk against Brewers after HBP

April 14, 2021 - 12:51am
Cubs catcher Willson Contreras let his bat do the talking on Tuesday night after getting hit by a Brewers pitcher for the seventh time over the past two seasons.

Cubs' Duffy on COVID-related IL; Hendricks out

April 13, 2021 - 6:47pm
Cubs infielder Matt Duffy has been placed on the COVID-19-related injured list, joining relievers Brandon Workman, Jason Adam and Dan Winkler. None of the players tested positive, but the team is being cautious given their close contacts or symptoms.

Cubs put Duffy on COVID-related IL out of caution

April 13, 2021 - 3:46pm
Cubs infielder Matt Duffy has been placed on the COVID-19-related injured list, joining relievers Brandon Workman, Jason Adam and Dan Winkler. None of the players tested positive, but the team is being cautious given their close contacts or symptoms.

Cafe brews big business after Musgrove's no-no

April 13, 2021 - 3:46pm
After pitching the first no-hitter in the San Diego Padres' 52-year history, Joe Musgrove's family coffee shop in California has seen an uptick in popularity and business.

M's Paxton to have season-ending elbow surgery

April 13, 2021 - 12:46pm
Mariners lefty James Paxton will have surgery on his elbow, manager Scott Servais said Tuesday, ending Paxton's return to Seattle after one start.

Olympic baseball qualifier begins May 31 in FL

April 13, 2021 - 12:46pm
Qualifying for the Olympic baseball tournament will take place in West Palm Beach and Port Lucie, FL beginning May 31.

Googly eyes, Sasquatch suits and a runaway booger: Welcome to the Mascot Hall of Fame

April 13, 2021 - 12:46pm
Behind the former Phillie Phanatic's quest to harness the power of fun -- and why he thinks it has found a new purpose in a post-pandemic world.

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