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'Damn, that should be a hit': MLB players sound off on the infield shift -- before it could disappear forever
The end could be near for an analytics-fueled defensive alignment that has confounded hitters. Here's what those in the game have to say about the impact.
Trout ends 0-for-26 slide but Angels' skid hits 12
Mike Trout's first hit since May 28 wasn't enough to help an Angels team that tied a club record for consecutive losses in one season with 12 in a 1-0 defeat to the Red Sox.
Reports: Keuchel to D-backs on minor league deal
Veteran left-hander Dallas Keuchel, 34, recently released by the Chicago White Sox after having a 2-5 record, agreed to a minor league contract with Arizona Diamondbacks this week, according to reports.
Twins rotation takes another blow as Ober hits IL
Bailey Ober became the fifth Twins starting pitcher to be sidelined with injury as he hit the 15-day IL with a strained right groin.
Astros seal deal with 'cornerstone player' Alvarez
OF Yordan Alvarez, 24, has finalized a new $115 million contract with the Houston Astros that includes a $5 million signing bonus.
Astros, Alvarez finalize 6-year, $115 million deal
OF Yordan Alvarez, 24, has finalized a new $115 million contract with the Houston Astros that includes a $5 million signing bonus.
Ranking MLB's radical City Connect uniforms: Which one's No. 1?
From the Sugar Kings to the Serpientes, the South Side to Space City, we break down the best and worst of baseball's latest fashion trend.
Cash: Pride opt-out from some won't divide Rays
A number of Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team's annual "Pride Night" on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community.
'It was surreal': New York Yankees fan's old tweet helps launch Derek Jeter's social media presence
Jeffrey Guity can add "laid the foundation for The Captain's social media launch" to his resume.
Angels OF Ward put on IL with hamstring strain
The Angels put starting right fielder Taylor Ward on the 10-day injured list Sunday because of a right hamstring strain.
Rangers on Calhoun DFA: 'Opportunities run out'
Willie Calhoun, the Texas Rangers' primary acquisition in the 2017 deadline trade that sent Yu Darvish to the Los Angeles Dodgers, was designated for assignment on Sunday.
O's P prospect Rodriguez may be out until Sept.
Orioles GM Mike Elias said Grayson Rodriguez's lat strain may keep the team's top pitching prospect out until at least September. Rodriguez figures to be in the team's 2023 rotation.
Reports: Yankees' Andujar requests to be traded
Miguel Andujar has requested a trade from the Yankees after being demoted to the minors, according to multiple reports.
Dog bites Max: Scherzer's hand OK after accident
Injured Mets ace Max Scherzer confirmed that his dog bit his pitching hand this week, but he says the wound won't slow his recovery from an oblique strain.
Cards rookie sorry for anti-gay slurs in old tweets
Cardinals rookie Brendan Donovan apologized for tweets he sent with anti-gay language as a teenager that surfaced during St. Louis' game against the Chicago Cubs.
Umps bar Roberts from pitching position player
A rule that bars teams from pitching position players with a deficit of five runs or fewer took Dodgers manager Dave Roberts by surprise on Saturday night.
Mired in 0-23 skid, Trout 'just searching' for a hit
Los Angeles star Mike Trout, the three-time American League MVP, whiffed three times and went 0-for-4 in the Angels' loss Saturday night in Philadelphia, extending his hitless streak to a career-worst 0-for-23.
Cubs top pitching prospect Kilian makes debut
Caleb Kilian, the Cubs' top pitching prospect who they acquired in last year's Kris Bryant trade with the Giants, made his major league debut vs. the Cardinals on Saturday giving up three runs in five innings.
Ex-Vandy star, Mets pick Rocker plays in minors
Kumar Rocker faced 16 batters, struck out six and allowed two earned runs in his first experience as a pro on Saturday.
Torrid Yankees pitchers combine to 1-hit Tigers
Luis Severino combined with two relievers on a one-hitter to continue New York's run of outstanding starting pitching performances as the Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 3-0 on Saturday.