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Jays closer Romano lands on IL with sore back
The Toronto Blue Jays put closer Jordan Romano on the 15-day injured list Saturday because of a sore lower back, one day after the right-hander left with two outs in the ninth inning of a 4-1 win over the Los Angeles Angels.
Angels' Ward hit by pitch in head, leaves game
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Taylor Ward was hit in the head by a pitch from Blue Jays right-hander Alek Manoah in the fifth inning Saturday against Toronto.
Pitching-thin White Sox reinstate Clevinger
The Chicago White Sox reinstated right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger from the 15-day injured list Saturday and brought up two more right-handers from Triple-A Charlotte to restock their depleted pitching staff.
Angels' Nevin gets 1-game ban after outburst
Angels manager Phil Nevin received a one-game suspension after he yelled at the plate umpire over a game-ending, called third strike in Friday's loss.
Ohtani exits for 2nd straight day due to cramps
Angels star Shohei Ohtani was removed from a game for the second straight day due to cramps, this time for a pinch hitter with the bases loaded in the ninth inning Friday night against the Blue Jays.
Mets' Scherzer 'disappointed' in Robertson trade
Mets starter Max Scherzer said he was 'disappointed' in the team's trade of closer David Robertson to Miami for two prospects on Friday, a deal that signified a trade deadline selloff.
Resurgent Reds reward Bell with 3-year extension
Manager David Bell, who has presided over a successful turnaround in Cincinnati, received a three-year contract extension from the Reds on Friday.
Mikolas suspended five games for plunking Happ
Cardinals pitcher Miles Mikolas has been suspended for five games and fined an undisclosed amount for intentionally throwing at Cubs outfielder Ian Happ in the first inning of Thursday's game between the two teams.
Jays' Ryu set to make first start since June 2022
Former All-Star Hyun Jin Ryu, who has not pitched since June 1, 2022, is set to rejoin the Blue Jays' rotation on Tuesday against the Orioles.
Rangers place Heim on IL with injured left wrist
The AL West-leading Texas Rangers placed All-Star catcher Jonah Heim on the 10-day injured list Friday with a strained tendon in his left wrist.
Astros acquire Graveman in White Sox sell-off
The Astros have acquired veteran relief pitcher Kendall Graveman from the White Sox, who have traded their fifth pitcher since Wednesday.
Rockies activate Freeland (shoulder) from IL
The Colorado Rockies activated left-hander Kyle Freeland from the 15-day injured list Friday, less than three weeks after he dislocated his non-throwing shoulder.
Yankees activate Judge off IL before series at O's
The New York Yankees reinstated Aaron Judge from the injured list on Friday before they open a weekend road series against the Baltimore Orioles.
Sources: Dodgers trade for ChiSox's Lynn, Kelly
The Dodgers have continued adding ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring starter Lance Lynn and reliever Joe Kelly from the White Sox, sources told ESPN.
Yanks designate Calhoun for assignment after IL
The Yankees have designated Willie Calhoun for assignment. The outfielder/designated hitter hit .239 with five home runs and 16 RBIs in 44 games this season.
This MLB trade deadline goes through Chicago -- Here's what that means for the Cubs and White Sox
This week's edition of the Crosstown Classic was filled with deadline implications. This is how it played out in both clubhouses.
Struggling Mets deal reliever Robertson to Miami
The Mets, who sit six games below .500, traded reliever David Robertson to the Marlins for a pair of minor league players Thursday night.
Syndergaard relishes 'fresh start' with Guardians
Noah Syndergaard is hoping for a fresh start with the Cleveland Guardians.
Ohtani rewards Halos with historic 1-hitter, 2 HRs
The playoff-contending Angels said Thursday they have decided not to deal Shohei Ohtani, and the two-way superstar celebrated with his latest extraordinary performance on the mound and at the plate.
Emotional Giolito says end of ChiSox run 'surreal'
Lucas Giolito said he knew the White Sox would likely be sellers at the trade deadline, but said Wednesday's trade to the Angels was still a "surreal moment" for him.