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Pirates ink top pick Skenes to record $9.2M deal

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 6:45pm
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft, to a record $9.2 million deal.

Jays pitching coach Walker ejected in 2nd inning

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 6:45pm
Toronto Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker was ejected in the second inning Tuesday night against the San Diego Padres for arguing balls and strikes with plate umpire Malachi Moore at Rogers Centre.

Braves brass: 'Business as usual' following spinoff

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 6:45pm
Atlanta Braves executives say business will continue as usual under a new ownership structure following a spinoff from Liberty Media.

Braves C d'Arnaud agrees to $8M deal for 2024

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 6:45pm
Catcher Travis d'Arnaud and the Atlanta Braves agreed Tuesday to an $8 million contract for next year, a deal that includes an $8 million team option for 2025 with no buyout.

Padres DFA infielder Odor, demote catcher Nola

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 4:27pm
The San Diego Padres designated infielder Rougned Odor for assignment on Tuesday and demoted catcher Austin Nola to Triple-A El Paso.

Rangers give Langford, 'the perfect fit,' $8M bonus

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 4:27pm
Fourth overall draft pick Wyatt Langford, the catcher-turned-college outfielder who hit 47 homers at Florida the past two seasons, landed an $8 million signing bonus Tuesday that was the largest ever for a player drafted by the Texas Rangers.

MLB takes over D-backs broadcasts after ruling

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 1:36pm
MLB will take over broadcasts of Diamondbacks games after a federal bankruptcy judge granted a motion for Diamond Sports to reject its rights agreement.

Braves place LHP Allard (shoulder) on 60-day IL

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 1:36pm
The Braves placed left-hander Kolby Allard on the 60-IL after he was diagnosed with nerve inflammation in his left shoulder.

How can you watch the D-backs? What you need to know about MLB's TV takeover

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 1:29pm
Diamond Sports Group's latest dropped contract could have wide-ranging effects on televised sports. Here's what it means for fans today.

What players are saying about Shohei Ohtani

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 8:59am
The Angels superstar garners some incredible praise from other baseball players.

Can the Angels keep Shohei Ohtani? Should they?

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 7:17am
Tim Keown spends a couple of weeks tracking the megastar on the brink of free agency, and the Angels desperately trying to play well enough to win him over.

What an MLB exec says eight bubble teams should do at the trade deadline

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 4:41am
For many front offices, the standings make their Aug. 1 deadline direction clear. We've got some advice for the others that are caught in the middle.

Ohtani's 35th HR, plus bat flip, spark Angels win

TEst 4 July 18, 2023 - 1:33am
In another signature moment in a season full of them, Shohei Ohtani punctuated his game-tying -- and major-league-leading -- 35th home run with an epic bat flip and set the stage for Michael Stefanic to deliver an Angels walk-off win.

Mozeliak says change is coming for Cardinals

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 8:40pm
St. Louis president of baseball operations John Mozeliak indicated Monday that the underperforming team might deal veterans for prospects ahead of the Aug. 1 trade deadline.

Brewers' Miley back on IL with elbow discomfort

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 8:40pm
Milwaukee Brewers left-handed pitcher Wade Miley has gone back on the injured list due to discomfort in his throwing elbow.

Yanks' Donaldson out with high-grade calf strain

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 7:33pm
Yankees third baseman Josh Donaldson could be done for the rest of the season after an MRI revealed a high-grade strain to his right calf.

Nevin: Ohtani (finger) still on track to start Friday

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 7:33pm
Shohei Ohtani, dealing with a troublesome finger during his past three trips to the pitcher's mound, is still on track to make his next scheduled start on Friday vs. the Pirates, Angels manager Phil Nevin said prior to Monday's opener against the Yankees.

Rodríguez, Priester debut in 1st for Bucs since '43

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 7:33pm
Endy Rodríguez was inserted into the Pirates' lineup hitting seventh and at catcher for his big league debut in a series opener against Cleveland. Quinn Priester, a 22-year-old right-hander, started in his major league debut.

Astros, Aces to mark titles with White House visit

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 7:33pm
The Houston Astros of Major League Baseball and the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA will be honored by President Joe Biden at the White House next month.

Rays get P McClanahan, 3B Diaz back vs. Texas

TEst 4 July 17, 2023 - 3:23pm
The Rays have activated left-handed ace Shane McClanahan from the 15-day injured list for Monday night's start against the Rangers. Tampa Bay also activated AL batting leader Yandy Diaz from the paternity list.

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