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Tebow says season-ending surgery a success
Tim Tebow had surgery on a broken hand bone, effectively ending his season in the Mets' minor leagues. The former Heisman Trophy winner had hit .301 in June and .340 in July. "Time to get back to training," he said in a video posted Wednesday on Twitter.
Dodgers' Ethier calls it career after 12 seasons
Two-time All-Star outfielder Andre Ethier, who played all 12 of his major league seasons with the Dodgers, has retired, the team announced Wednesday.
Pedro Strop shows value in Cubs' bullpen with save against D-backs
With Brandon Morrow still on the DL, it's important for the Cubs that Pedro Strop continues to perform the way he did in the ninth on Wednesday.
Why Are Long-Acting Forms of Contraception Like IUDs Becoming More Popular?
UCSF’s Elizabeth Watkins wants to understand why there has been a recent uptick in the use of long-acting forms of contraception.
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Rays trade Andriese to D-backs for 2 players
The Diamondbacks bolstered their bullpen for the stretch run, trading two prospects to the Rays for reliever Matt Andriese, who has 59 strikeouts in 59 2/3 innings.
Trade talk we're hearing: Will the Rays deal Chris Archer?
Tampa Bay's strikeout artist is one of the most intriguing names going around the rumor mill, but is the right fit out there? Plus, which Marlins relievers are drawing interest?
The ultimate coach draft: Top 50 across sports
If you could pick any coach across the four major North American sports, who would you pick? We asked a group of multisport experts to rank them.
Pirates' Marte leaves hurt but streak alive
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Starling Marte has left Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Indians with a left hand injury after being hit by a pitch in the first inning.
Dodgers-Phillies marathon causes issue at FanDuel NJ sportsbook
The Dodgers-Phillies 16-inning game on Tuesday night ended after FanDuel's sportsbook had closed, preventing a group of bettors from cashing their winning tickets. Here's the full story.
Cubs' Morrow not ready to come off DL
Cubs closer Brandon Morrow is not ready to come off the disabled list when he is eligible Saturday.
GM: Yanks' Sanchez out at least until late Aug.
New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman expects catcher Gary Sanchez to be out until at least late August with a groin injury.
Mariners acknowledge harassment allegations
The Seattle Mariners say they have "made amends" with former female employees who made allegations of harassment against current team president and CEO Kevin Mather.
Yankees' Torres comes off DL, back in lineup
Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres returned from the disabled list on Wednesday.
Red Sox acquire Eovaldi from Rays for Beeks
The Red Sox have acquired right-hander Nathan Eovaldi from the Rays in exchange for minor league left-hander Jalen Beeks, the team announced Wednesday.
Cespedes to undergo surgery on both heels
The Mets announced Wednesday that outfielder Yoenis Cespedes will have season-ending surgery on both heels and is expected to be sidelined eight to 10 months.
Olney: Buyers or sellers? These five teams need to decide now
Each club still has an outside shot at October. Then again, it might be wiser to start over. They have six days -- and counting -- until the deadline.
New Community-Based Approach to Testing and Treating HIV Improves Health in East Africa
Model to treat HIV in rural East Africa led to 20% fewer HIV deaths, reduced the incidence of HIV and TB, and improved control of hypertension and diabetes.
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Yankees bolster AL's best bullpen, beat rivals in deal for Britton
The Yankees didn't just add Zach Britton to an already potent bullpen. They also made sure he didn't get dealt to the Astros or Red Sox.
Real or Not? The Oakland A's will be a playoff team
Khris Davis launched a three-run homer in extras to provide another late-game victory for baseball's hottest team over the last month.
Cards lose no-no again, this time after fire alarm
Left-hander Austin Gomber took a no-hitter in the seventh inning and Dexter Fowler hit a two-run shot in the 11th on Tuesday night, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.