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ChiSox C Castillo gets 80-game ban for PEDs
White Sox catcher Welington Castillo has been suspended 80 games for violating the league's joint drug agreement, Major League Baseball announced Thursday.
Astros' Reddick blames spider bite for DL stint
Josh Reddick guesses a spider bite is to blame for the painful leg infection that has resulted in the Astros' outfielder landing on the DL.
Using Facebook to Help Young Adults Quit Smoking
Smoking cessation intervention for young adults conducted on Facebook found smokers are 2.5 times more likely to quit with the Facebook-based treatment than if they were referred to an online program.
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Wanna get away? Yankees' Texas exit delayed
Travel problems delayed the New York Yankees from getting home from Texas.
GIF: The evolution of Bartolo Colon
The Rangers pitcher, who turns 45 today, has changed quite a bit since breaking into the big leagues with the Indians in 1997.
45 things to know about Bartolo Colon on his 45th birthday
He's pitched for 11 teams over 21 seasons, winning 242 games and a Cy Young -- but there's so much more to "Big Sexy" than mere numbers.
Angels ride Ohtani, Simmons heroics to late win
Shohei Ohtani hit a tying two-run single in the ninth inning, Andrelton Simmons added another two-run hit and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Wednesday night.
Real or not? Justin Verlander is better than he's ever been
At 35, the Astros ace may be on his way to a season for the ages, posting a 1.08 ERA over his first 11 starts.
Source: White Sox C Castillo to get 80-game ban
Welington Castillo will receive an 80-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's drug policy, a source told ESPN. It was not immediately clear what Castillo will be suspended for, but the source said it was not for a steroid.
SF Mayor’s Proposal to Add $4.2M for HIV/AIDS Programs Would Support ‘Getting to Zero’ Effort
Mayor Mark Farrell announced $4.2 million in additional funds for HIV/AIDS programs in San Francisco.
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Betts, Martinez balk at Home Run Derby
Boston Red Sox outfielders Mookie Betts and J.D. Martinez said they have no interest in participating in this year's Home Run Derby.
Indians' Guyer to DL after collision with fan
The Cleveland Indians placed Brandon Guyer on the 10-day disabled list with a neck strain stemming from a collision with a fan.
Reds put closer Iglesias on DL with biceps strain
The Cincinnati Reds have placed closer Raisel Iglesias on the 10-day disabled list with a strained biceps in his left, non-throwing arm.
Dykstra arrested for threats to driver, drugs
Former major league player Lenny Dykstra was arrested early Wednesday morning after allegedly threatening his Uber driver while in possession of drugs.
Dozier just misses HR as ball sticks in wall
Twins slugger Brian Dozier narrowly missed a home run on Wednesday when a drive to center field wedged in the seam at the top of the wall.
Zachary Knight Named Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
In just the last few years, Zachary Knight’s research has upended textbook theories of hunger and thirst.
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Twins acquire 2016 NL home run champ Carter
Chris Carter was hitting .255 with 13 home runs and 43 RBIs in 38 games for Triple-A Salt Lake this season.
Haniger (wrist) latest Mariner injured by HBP
Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger took a Trevor Cahill pitch off his left wrist and exited in the fourth inning of Tuesday night's game against the A's. He is day-to-day.
Tyler Chatwood latest starter to stall Cubs' momentum
In the latest maddening development in Chicago's rotation, Tyler Chatwood once again struggled to find the strike zone.
Cole gives up HR to brother-in-law, still gets win
Houston starter Gerrit Cole's only major miscue in an 11-2 win in San Francisco came on a pitch to Brandon Crawford that likely will give his brother-in-law bragging rights at family gatherings for years to come.