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Yanks to activate Bird, forcing tough roster call

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 3:06pm
The Yankees plan to activate first baseman Greg Bird from the disabled list before Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels, forcing New York to make a difficult roster decision.

Jeter rookie card nets nearly $100K in auction

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 2:45pm
A Derek Jeter rookie card in top condition fetched $99,100 at auction, the highest price ever for a modern-day baseball card. The buyer was looking to complete a top grade 1993 set.

Tigers activate 3B Candelario after wrist injury

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 1:49pm
Tigers third baseman Jeimer Candelario, who is tied for the team lead with five home runs, is returning to the lineup Friday after a wrist injury.

UCSF Welcomes First In Utero Stem Cell Transplant Baby

Test May 25, 2018 - 1:45pm
An in utero stem cell transplant for a critically ill second-trimester fetus has led to the birth of an apparently healthy infant. The newborn is the first patient enrolled in the world’s first clinical trial using stem cells transplanted prior to birth.
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Why the Red Sox parted ways with Hanley Ramirez

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 11:57am
The Sox will still owe Ramirez about $15 million for the rest of the season, but with the highest payroll in baseball, they can afford mistakes.

Brewers adjust roster, send SS Arcia to minors

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 11:50am
Shortstop Orlando Arcia, who is hitting just .194 with two home runs and 13 RBIs this season, was sent to Triple-A Colorado Springs by the Brewers.

Red Sox DFA Ramirez, activate Pedroia from DL

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 11:15am
The Red Sox have designated Hanley Ramirez for assignment to make room for Dustin Pedroia, who was activated from the disabled list.

Doctors Fail to Flag Concussion Patients for Critical Follow-Up

Test May 25, 2018 - 10:45am
Nationwide study found that more than half of the patients diagnosed with concussion, may fall off the radar shortly after diagnosis, placing in jeopardy treatments for long-term effects.
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Cubs' offense might not need a splashy fix as badly as you think

TEst 4 May 25, 2018 - 5:47am
While a certain superstar infielder's name churns through the rumor mill, Chicago's lineup could be good enough to win as is -- at least for now.

Rodon takes line drive to forehead in rehab start

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 11:39pm
White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon was removed from a minor league rehab start Thursday after being hit in the forehead by a line drive.

Big Sexy's big day: Colon turns 45, gets cake

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 10:49pm
Rangers pitcher Bartolo Colon, who turned 45 on Thursday, was given a cake by his Rangers teammates -- who then promptly smashed his face into it.

Real or not? AL Central is the worst division since 1994

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 9:06pm
The early returns from the American League Central aren't pretty, as the .500 Indians lead a group that has been far from good in games outside of the division.

Gut Bacteria Produce a Special Enzyme To Protect Us from Plant Toxins

Test May 24, 2018 - 8:30pm
A UCSF researcher is among scientists who discovered the specific bacterial enzyme found in the human gut that can render a common heart drug ineffective.
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Juiced baseballs, starting relievers and MLB's next big thing

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 4:15pm
Now that we know baseballs are flying higher than ever, is there a fix? Also, what to make of bullpenning, and get ready for the best series of 2018.

Rays to again start relievers in series vs. O's

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 4:08pm
The Rays will again start reliever Sergio Romo vs. the Orioles on Friday and Sunday, while Ryne Stanek will come out of the bullpen to start Saturday.

Red Sox to activate Pedroia from disabled list

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 3:13pm
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia will be activated from the disabled list Friday. The veteran hasn't played since undergoing a cartilage restoration procedure on his left knee in October.

MLB panel: balls have more lift; cause unknown

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 12:25pm
A committee of researchers appointed by the Major League Baseball has concluded that baseballs are indeed getting extra lift.

Risk of Preterm Birth Reliably Predicted by New Test

Test May 24, 2018 - 11:28am
Scientists at UCSF have developed a test to predict a woman’s risk of preterm birth when she is between 15 and 20 weeks pregnant.
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Twins' Sano back from DL after 24 games out

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 10:31am
Third baseman Miguel Sano, who has missed the Twins' past 24 games with a left hamstring strain, was activated from the disabled list on Thursday.

Angels push back Ohtani's next pitching start

TEst 4 May 24, 2018 - 9:56am
The Los Angeles Angels are pushing back Shohei Ohtani's next outing as a starting pitcher to manage the workload of the two-way rookie.

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