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Sources: Cubs issue vax mandate to non-players
The Chicago Cubs have issued a COVID-19 vaccine mandate to all non-playing employees, a source told ESPN.
Mets acting GM Scott on leave after DWI arrest
Mets acting general manager Zack Scott has been placed on administrative leave two days after he was arrested for allegedly driving while intoxicated. Team president Sandy Alderson will assume the GM responsibilities.
MLB Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stand as final stretch begins
As we say hello to September, which teams are rising and falling?
Dodgers ace Scherzer dealing with tight hammy
Dodgers ace Max Scherzer said he's dealing with a tight hamstring but added that he expects to make his next start.
'Dominant' Cole strikes out 15 as Yanks stop skid
In an effort that teammate Aaron Judge labeled "complete domination," New York ace Gerrit Cole struck out 15 across seven innings, as the Yankees ended a road trip -- and a four-game losing streak -- with a 4-1 win over the Angels on Wednesday night.
Reports: Smoltz, Leiter remote after refusing vax
John Smoltz and Al Leiter are not making in-studio appearances for MLB Network after refusing to get the coronavirus vaccine, according to multiple reports.
Mets acting GM Scott arrested on DWI charge
Mets acting general manager Zack Scott will not join the team for its upcoming road trip after he was arrested on a DWI charge, the team announced.
Source: Nats' Boone resigns over vaccine policy
Bob Boone, a vice president with the Nationals who has been with the team since 2005 and serves as a senior adviser to GM Mike Rizzo, has told the team that he'll resign over its vaccine requirement for non-uniformed employees, a source told ESPN.
Twins' Maeda out 9-12 months after TJ surgery
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kenta Maeda had season-ending Tommy John surgery Wednesday in Dallas, the team said. The hope is that Maeda can return in 9-12 months.
Muñoz latest Red Sox player to test positive
Boston infielder Yairo Muñoz has become the latest Red Sox player to test positive for COVID-19 as the virus surge impacting the team remains unrelenting.
A's call up former HR champ Davis for stretch run
Khris Davis, who led the majors with 48 home runs in 2018, was promoted by the Athletics from Triple-A Las Vegas as a September call-up. He was released by the Rangers on June 13 and signed a minor-league deal with Oakland on Aug. 4.
Mets acting GM Scott arrested on DUI charge
Mets acting general manager Zack Scott will not join the team for its upcoming road trip after he was arrested for an alleged DUI, the team announced.
White Sox put Anderson on IL with hammy injury
The White Sox put infielder Tim Anderson on the injured list with a hamstring injury and reinstated outfielder Billy Hamilton.
Mariners extend Servais, new president Dipoto
Jerry Dipoto, who added president of baseball operations to his general manager title, and manager Scott Servais have both received multiyear extensions from the Seattle Mariners.
White Sox watch Lynn hit IL, Giolito exit start
Lance Lynn has been put on the injured list with knee inflammation, while fellow White Sox starter Lucas Giolito left his Tuesday start with hamstring tightness.
Braves' Albies fouls ball off knee, carried off field
Atlanta All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies left the Braves' game against the Dodgers in the fifth inning on Tuesday night when he fouled a ball off his knee in Los Angeles.
Bogaerts exits game after positive COVID test
Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts tested positive for COVID-19 and was removed in the second inning of Tuesday night's game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Citing protocols, Astros put Greinke, Jones on IL
Houston manager Dusty Baker, speaking before the Astros' game against the Seattle Mariners Tuesday, announced that Zack Greinke and Taylor Jones were placed on the injured list, citing protocols, but could not say if they had tested positive for COVID-19.
Rays plan to add reliever Robertson on Wed.
The Tampa Bay Rays have added veteran reliever David Robertson to their taxi squad and are expected to recall him from Triple-A Durham on Wednesday.
Baez apologizes, caps Mets' rally with thumbs-up
Hours after apologizing for a recent thumbs-down gesture meant as a dig at Mets fans, Javier Baez turned boos into cheers when he sprinted home from first for the game-ending run in New York's 6-5 win over Miami on Tuesday.