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Ohtani: 'Honored' to be in Home Run Derby talk
Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani said he is "honored" about talk of potentially participating in the Home Run Derby during the All-Star break. The Japanese phenom has six homers in 84 at-bats as a part-time DH.
Nats put Madson on DL with pectoral strain
The Nationals placed right-handed reliever Ryan Madson (pectoral muscle strain) on the disabled list Sunday "just to be safe," according to manager Davey Johnson.
Real or not? Boston's boppers outslugging Bronx bombers
We all expected an American League East power duo to strike fear in the hearts of opposing pitchers, but not necessarily J.D. Martinez and Mookie Betts.
Melky Cabrera gets call to majors from Indians
Veteran outfielder Melky Cabrera was called up by the Indians from Triple-A Columbus on Sunday.
Darvish toughs out start, gets 1st Cubs win
Yu Darvish recovered from a shaky start to get his first win with the Cubs, more than seven weeks into the 2018 season.
Cardinals' Hicks throws two 105 mph pitches
Jordan Hicks threw two pitches clocked at 105 mph to the Phillies' Odubel Herrera on Sunday.
Astros call up Triple-A's top hitter; Fisher to DL
The Astros put outfielder Derek Fisher on the disabled list Sunday and recalled J.D. Davis, who leads all of Triple-A with a .415 batting average.
A's slugger Davis leaves game with groin strain
Khris Davis, who leads the A's with 13 home runs and 38 RBIs, left Sunday's game against the Blue Jays with a right groin strain.
Dodgers put Hill back on DL; Kershaw throws
Rich Hill went back on the Los Angeles Dodgers' disabled list, a day after a blister burst on his left middle finger, and ace Clayton Kershaw threw a bullpen session for the first time since getting hurt.
Nats promote 19-year-old outfielder Soto
The Nationals called up 19-year-old outfielder Juan Soto after the team was hit by injuries.
Braves release Bautista month after adding him
Jose Bautista was released by the Braves on Sunday, just over a month after he signed with the team after remaining unsigned as a free agent for the entire offeseason.
Pirates' Harrison returns from broken hand
Pirates second baseman Josh Harrison returned to the lineup after missing 30 games with a broken hand.
Addison Russell stays focused as Machado rumors swirl
The Cubs could take their chances with a Manny Machado trade, but their shortstop is working on delivering a big bounce-back at the plate.
Olney: Hitters who can't beat the heat getting left behind
With pitchers throwing harder than ever, veterans such as Paul Goldschmidt are struggling to adapt and survive at the plate.
Back-to-back: Rays to start Romo 2nd day in row
Sergio Romo was so effective in his first career start Saturday that Rays manager Kevin Cash said the reliever will get another start -- on Sunday.
Dodgers' Hill exits with blister after 2 pitches
Dodgers veteran left-hander Rich Hill lasted just two pitches against the Nationals. He was pulled after an recurrence of his blister problem.
Tim Tebow timeline: Has he dispelled doubt on the diamond?
Charting the first 162 games of the two-sport phenom's career; the former QB is starting to hit with authority.
Nationals' Kendrick getting MRI after injuring leg
Nationals outfielder Howie Kendrick left Saturday afternoon's loss to the Dodgers after suffering an injury to his lower right leg while catching a deep fly ball to left field. Manager Davey Martinez had no additional details on the injury.
Twins put Mauer (concussion symptoms) on DL
Twins first baseman Joe Mauer has been placed on the 10-day disabled list with a cervical strain and concussion-like symptoms. Minnesota recalled outfielder Jake Cave, who made his major league debut Saturday against Milwaukee.
Cubs, Reds involved in bench-clearing incident
Reds left-hander Amir Garrett and Chicago Cubs second baseman Javier Baez exchanged words after Baez struck out to end the sixth inning, sparking a bench-clearing incident that was quickly defused after a brief scuffle.