Feed aggregator
Nationals acquire closer Herrera from Royals
The Nationals have acquired Royals star reliever Kelvin Herrera in exchange for three prospects.
Kershaw nears return after simulated game
After Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw threw a three-inning simulated game at Wrigley Field on Monday, manager Dave Roberts said the plan is for him to pitch again in four or five days, either in a minor league rehab start or for the Dodgers.
Baez out of Cubs' lineup, says 'one more day'
The Cubs' Javier Baez said his bruised elbow felt "pretty solid" and that he needed "one more day" before he could return to the starting lineup.
Angels 'optimistic' on Ohtani elbow recovery
Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Shohei Ohtani's prognosis on an elbow sprain is still weeks away, but added that his two-way star is swinging a bat to keep his lower half active.
Nats' Soto to be credited with pre-debut HR
Nats rookie Juan Soto crushed a homer Monday against the Yankees in the continuation of a game that started May 15 -- five days before his debut. It won't be considered his first major league homer, but it will be counted as having been hit May 15.
Carrasco's elbow just bruised after line drive
Indians pitcher Carlos Carrasco, who went on the 10-day DL after being struck on the right elbow by a line drive, underwent tests Monday that revealed he suffered no structural damage.
Yanks' Frazier frustrated with Triple-A time
Clint Frazier said he and other talented Yankees youngsters are "trying to cope" as a logjam keeps them at Triple-A.
Rangers activate SS Andrus, option Trevino
The Texas Rangers activated shortstop Elvis Andrus from the disabled list on Monday after he missed the past 59 games with a fractured right elbow. The team also optioned catcher Jose Trevino to Double-A Frisco.
Astros GM Luhnow gets extension, new title
The Houston Astros have extended the contract of general manager Jeff Luhnow through the 2023 season and added president of baseball operations to his title.
Phillies option former closer Neris to Triple-A
Hector Neris, who lost his full-time role as the Phillies' closer last month, has been optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
NL All-Star ballot update: Braves lead the way at three positions
The Braves are well-represented in voting totals from MLB's second National League ballot update for the 2018 All-Star Game.
Deaths from Cardiac Arrest Are Misclassified, Overestimated
Forty percent of deaths attributed to cardiac arrest are not sudden or unexpected, and nearly half of the remainder are not arrhythmic – the only situation in which CPR and defibrillators are effective.
Categories: News
The All-College World Series team of current major leaguers
Who are the best active major league stars who also played in Omaha? We've got your squad right here.
Electrically Stimulating the Brain May Restore Movement After Stroke
UCSF scientists have improved mobility in rats that had experienced debilitating strokes by using electrical stimulation to restore a distinctive pattern of brain cell activity associated with efficient movement.
Categories: News
Real or not? Bryce Harper playing his way out of $400M deal
Bryce Harper's free agent season hasn't been a total disaster, but his average is down to .217 -- and $400 million players don't hit .217.
Cubs' Baez suffers elbow contusion after HBP
Cubs infielder Javier Baez, who leads the team in homers, left Sunday's game against the Cardinals after taking a pitch to his left elbow.
New father Trevino credits dad in Rangers win
Jose Trevino blooped a two-run single, capping a four-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning that carried the Texas Rangers over the Colorado Rockies 13-12 on Sunday.
Brewers P Houser vomits twice, finishes inning
Brewers reliever Adrian Houser, after being recalled earlier in the day, fell victim to what manager Craig Counsell said was too much heat, not enough food and probably a little nerves when he became sick on the mound.
Giants sign No. 2 pick Bart for $7M, report says
Georgia Tech catcher and No. 2 overall draft pick Joey Bart has signed with the Giants for $7.03 million, which according to MLB.com is the highest up-front bonus paid to a position player in MLB draft history.
Astros win 11th straight, finish road trip 10-0
The Houston Astros won their 11th straight game Sunday, finishing off a dominant 10-0 road trip by defeating the Kansas City Royals 7-4.