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Twins' Sano set for debut as Garver heads to IL
Twins third baseman Miguel Sano is set to make his 2019 debut, while the team put breakout catcher Mitch Garver on the injured list following Tuesday's collision with Shohei Ohtani.
Robo umps? Not so fast. Here's what MLB's technology upgrade means
Baseball is stepping up its tracking ability with a new Hawk-Eye system. How far into the future will the switch take the game?
Forget last year's collapse and their slow start -- the real Cubs are back
"This is the baseball we were expecting to play." A month of dominating proves that this team's window to win another title is still wide open.
Garver shines in Twins' win but exits with injury
Mitch Garver hit a two-run homer and tagged out the Angels' Shohei Ohtani trying to score the tying run in the eighth inning of Minnesota's 4-3 victory, but the Twins catcher suffered a left high ankle sprain on the latter play.
Real or not? Sale's exit costs him a shot at 20 K's
The Red Sox still managed to lose, despite a record number of strikeouts. Plus, Vladdy Jr. finally hit his first two HRs.
Sale pulled with 17 K's in 7 IP; Red Sox fall in 11
Chris Sale struck out a career-high 17 batters in seven innings against the Rockies on Tuesday, but he was relieved to start the eighth and Boston went on to lose 5-4 in 11 innings.
Vlad Jr. hits first MLB HR, then goes deep again
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. went deep for the first time in his young career Tuesday night, homering in the same ballpark where his father won the 2007 Home Run Derby.
Garver shines in Twins' win, but exits with injury
Twins catcher Mitch Garver hit a two-run homer and tagged out the Angels' Shohei Ohtani trying to score the tying run in the eighth inning of Minnesota's 4-3 victory, but he suffered a left high ankle sprain on the latter play.
Andrus exits early; Ragans needs 2nd TJ surgery
Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus exited Tuesday's game early with tightness in his right hamstring, and GM Jon Daniels said left-hander Cole Ragans will require a second Tommy John surgery.
Red Sox ace Sale has career-best 17 K's in 7 IP
Chris Sale struck out a career-high 17 batters in seven innings against the Rockies on Tuesday, following up his 14-strikeout effort against Baltimore in his last outing.
King Felix expected out 4-6 weeks with lat strain
Mariners starter Felix Hernandez is expected to miss four to six weeks after being diagnosed with a grade 1 lat strain in his right side.
Boone: Andujar's decision on surgery likely soon
Miguel Andujar will mull a decision to return to rehabbing an injured right shoulder or have surgery that will likely end his season over the next 24 hours.
Yankees pick up 1B/DH Morales from A's
The Yankees acquired first baseman/designated hitter Kendrys Morales and cash considerations from the A's on Tuesday in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
MLB places Dodgers' Urias on leave after arrest
Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias, who was arrested Monday on suspicion of domestic battery, spent the night in jail and was released Tuesday after posting $20,000 bail. He has been placed on administrative leave by MLB.
Mets' Lowrie suffers setback, injures hamstring
Mets infielder Jed Lowrie, who had yet to play this season due to a knee injury and was expected to return this week, will miss a few more weeks after suffering a hamstring strain.
Royals top prospect Lopez recalled to majors
Royals top prospect Nicky Lopez was recalled to the majors and put right into the starting lineup, at second base, for Tuesday's game against the Rangers.
Attorney: Wetteland 'shocked' by abuse charges
Attorney Derek Adame said Monday after an arraignment hearing for former World Series MVP John Wetteland that the ex-pitcher is innocent of child sex abuse charges and looking forward to his day in court.
Brewers call up prospect Hiura, put Shaw on IL
The Brewers have promoted second baseman Keston Hiura, their top overall prospect, from the minors.
Urias arrested on suspicion of domestic battery
Dodgers pitcher Julio Urias, who was arrested Monday on suspicion of domestic violence/battery, spent the night in jail and was released Tuesday after posting $20,000 bail.
Indians call up speedy OF prospect Mercado
Speedy outfield prospect Oscar Mercado is being called up by the struggling Indians.