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New study shows the post-rhinal cortex, appears to obtain visual data directly from an evolutionarily ancient sensory processing center at the base of the brain called the superior colliculus.

Researchers have discovered that the intestine is the source of immune cells that reduce brain inflammation in people with MS, and that increasing the number of these cells blocks inflammation entirely.

Milwaukee won the crown. St. Louis is winning the winter. But a quiet offseason doesn't mean Chicago is conceding the NL Central race.

Cubs manager Joe Maddon filled out his coaching staff Wednesday by hiring Mark Loretta to be his third bench coach in as many seasons.

The Mariners on Wednesday announced the signing of Japanese left-hander Yusei Kikuchi. The contract guarantees Kikuchi four years and $56 million, sources told ESPN.

While Seattle has been selling assets all winter, it's nice to see the M's add a pitcher who makes them better now and potentially for years to come.

UCSF researchers programmed a machine-learning algorithm to diagnose early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. The algorithm used PET scans – a common type of brain scan.

In his debut ESPN column, Jeff Passan breaks down the status of this winter's superstar duo and how the need for those two big dominoes to fall is keeping other free agents out in the cold.

We examine whether another team could offer a strong enough package for it to make sense for Cleveland to deal its ace this winter.

Veteran shortstop Troy Tulowitzki has reached an agreement on a deal with the New York Yankees, league sources tell ESPN.

The Seattle Mariners and Japanese left-hander Yusei Kikuchi agreed to a deal late Monday night, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. The deal, which must be signed by Wednesday, guarantees Kikuchi four years.

With more and more free agents struggling to find work, a key agent lays out strategies to help union members get what they think they deserve.

From Mo's quest for 100 percent and Edgar's last stand to the continuing cases of Bonds and Clemens, we have the bases covered for this year's Hall balloting.

With more and more free agents struggling to find work, a key agent lays out strategies to help union members get what they think they deserve.

Thirty-five players have a shot at baseball immortality as the deadline for Hall of Fame voting arrives. Test what you know about potential members of Cooperstown's next class.

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired left-hander Clayton Richard and cash considerations from the San Diego Padres on Sunday, it was announced.

The Seattle Mariners say they fired high-performance director Lorena Martin this season in part because she created a hostile work environment and ignored recommended treatments for injured players issued by team doctors.

The Angels have added catcher Jonathan Lucroy after agreeing on a one-year deal, the team announced Saturday. A source confirmed to ESPN that the deal is for $3.35 million.

Right-hander Matt Shoemaker, who went 2-2 with a 4.94 ERA in seven starts for the Angels last season, agreed to a 1-year deal with the Blue Jays.

The Angels have added catcher Jonathan Lucroy after reaching an agreement on a one-year, $3.35 million deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.