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Giants' Samardzija put on IL with shoulder issue
Giants pitcher Jeff Samardzija, who told trainers that he felt like he couldn't get his right arm loose Friday, has been placed on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder impingement.
Rob Lowe trolls Houston Astros with asterisk hat
When last we saw the actor wearing a hat, Lowe was getting roasted for his nondescript NFL logo hat during the playoffs. Now, Lowe, a Los Angeles Dodgers fan, is back but his baseball hat takes aim at the Astros for their cheating scandal.
From Olympic medalist to MLB infielder: How speedskater Eddy Alvarez made it to The Show
Six years after winning silver at the Sochi Games, the 30-year-old Miami native made his major league debut with his hometown team. 'It's OK to dream,' Alvarez says.
A's players, staff support coach after gesture
Manager Bob Melvin said the bench coach who said he unintentionally made a gesture that resembled a Nazi salute has the full support of the team.
White Sox stay patient with Jimenez in outfield
Despite his struggles with the glove, White Sox slugger Eloy Jimenez says he has no interest in being a designated hitter and wants to remain in left field.
MLB fans honor deceased loved ones with cutouts
Major League Baseball fans are honoring deceased loved ones with cutouts at games.
Cubs-Cards series postponed after positive tests
This weekend's three-game series between the Cubs and Cardinals has been postponed after another St. Louis player tested positive for COVID-19, a source says.
Indians hitting coach opts out due to COVID-19
Cleveland Indians hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo has opted out of the 2020 season due to concerns about the coronavirus.
Cubs-Cards postponed after player tests positive
Friday's series opener between the Cubs and Cardinals has been postponed after another St. Louis player tested positive for COVID-19, according to Major League Baseball.
Former Angels staffer charged in Skaggs' death
Former Angels staffer Eric Kay has been charged with illegal possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance in connection with the death of pitcher Tyler Skaggs.
Strasburg to make season debut Sunday vs. O's
Manager Dave Martinez said the Nationals will be keeping a close eye on Stephen Strasburg's pitch count when he makes his season debut on Sunday.
'There was no Plan B': How Pete Alonso overcame bullies to become a big league superstar
The lumbering Mets first baseman has been doubted -- if not outright tormented -- ever since he was a kid. He's never let it stop him.
Happy birthday, Mike Trout: 29 stories from those who know him best as baseball's best turns 29
There are outrageous golf shots, a picture-perfect wedding and, of course, his unmatched prowess on the diamond. Is there anything Mike Trout can't do?
Does the Dodgers' defense stack up among the best in recent memory?
Adding Mookie Betts to a team that already played great defense puts L.A. on par with some of the best teams of the past 25 years. But are they the best?
A's coach sorry for making apparent Nazi salute
A's bench coach Ryan Christenson said he "unintentionally" made a gesture resembling a Nazi salute when trying to adapt the team's elbow bump celebration.
Yanks' Boone grumbles over Phils fans' air horn
Fans might not be allowed inside Citizens Bank Park, but that didn't stop them from loudly supporting the Phillies against the Yankees the past two nights, with Yankees manager Aaron Boone questioning their use of an air horn on Thursday.
Braves' Markakis opts back in, hits walk-off HR
Nick Markakis, in his first game back since deciding to opt back into the season, hit a walk-off home run to beat the Blue Jays on Thursday.
Roster issue changes Blue Jays' pitching plans
The Toronto Blue Jays were forced to change their pitching plans for Thursday night's game against the Atlanta Braves after manager Charlie Montoyo tried to bring in right-hander Jacob Waguespack to start the sixth inning.
Astros minor leaguer banned for positive PED test
Astros left-hander Kent Emanuel has been banned 80 games without pay by Major League Baseball for violating the league's drug prevention and treatment plan.
Phillies, Marlins set for 7-game flurry in 5 days
The Philadelphia Phillies and Miami Marlins will play seven times in five days as part of Major League Baseball's reconfigured schedule released Thursday to account for 21 coronavirus-caused postponements in the first two weeks of the season.