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Tatis, in Gwynn cleats, homers to cap 8-0 rally
Fernando Tatis Jr., wearing custom cleats honoring the late Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn, hit a go-ahead, two-run home run with two outs in the eighth inning Monday night to complete a stunning Padres comeback against the Cubs.
'Amped up' Snell has rocky Giants debut vs. Nats
Blake Snell, making his Giants debut, allowed three runs and three hits with five strikeouts and a pair of walks in three innings Monday night against the Nationals. He said following the 8-1 loss that he "was trying to nitpick the zone too much."
Reports: Red Sox's Rafaela lands 8-year extension
Center fielder Ceddanne Rafaela and the Red Sox agreed to an eight-year contract extension worth $50 million, according to multiple reports.
Ohtani focused on 'my job' amid MLB investigation
Speaking to reporters before a series opener against the Minnesota Twins on Monday, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, under investigation by Major League Baseball, said simply that "it's my job to make sure that I play to the best of my abilities."
DeGrom throws from 90 feet, eyes stretch return
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom began throwing from 90 feet Monday, another step in his rehab from right elbow surgery 10 months ago with the hope of pitching for the Rangers down the stretch this season.
India hit in leg in BP as injuries mount for Reds
Reds infielder Jonathan India was scratched Monday after he was hit by a batted ball during batting practice, adding another issue to the team's long list of injuries.
Angels RHP Silseth to IL with elbow inflammation
The Angels placed starter Chase Silseth on the 15-day injured list Monday with right elbow inflammation.
Cole 'disheartened' by discourse over arm injuries
Yankees' Gerrit Cole is one of several prominent pitchers to sustain a major arm injury since teams reported for spring training in February.
Astros scratch Valdez (elbow) before series opener
The Houston Astros scratched All-Star left-hander Framber Valdez from his scheduled start on Monday night against the rival Texas Rangers, and called up right-hander Blair Henley from Triple-A Sugar Land, Texas, to start in his place.
Bieber emotional discussing season-ending injury
Cleveland pitcher Shane Bieber was emotional on Monday talking to reporters about his upcoming season-ending Tommy John surgery.
On Aaron 715 anniversary, HOF announces statue
Baseball's Hall of Fame will unveil a bronze statue of Hank Aaron on May 23 on the first floor of its museum in Cooperstown, New York.
Twins put RHP Duarte on IL with triceps injury
The Minnesota Twins put right-hander Daniel Duarte on the 15-day injured list Monday with a right triceps strain.
Passan: Pitching injuries are out of control -- and it's time to take action
Another week, another round of injured aces. Baseball must come together to solve the problem NOW.
Who replaces Strider, Bieber, Perez?
Tristan H. Cockcroft outlines the players you should be claiming off the waiver wire and who you should be dropping from fantasy rosters.
Grote, catcher for 1969 champion Mets, dies
Jerry Grote, the longtime Mets catcher, died Sunday at age 81, his family announced.
Verlander allows 6 runs, fans 6 in 1st rehab start
Justin Verlander allowed six earned runs and struck out six in pitching into the fourth inning of his first injury rehabilitation start Sunday for the Houston Astros' Triple-A Sugar Space Cowboys.
Rangers place reliever Sborz on 15-day injured list
Texas Rangers right-handed reliever Josh Sborz was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a right rotator cuff strain after feeling pain in his shoulder while pitching the eighth inning Saturday night against the Houston Astros.
Marlins get 1st win after starting season 0-9
The Marlins ended their team-record nine-game losing streak starting the season when Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Nick Gordon hit three-run homers in a six-run first inning that lifted them over the Cardinals 10-3 on Sunday.
Yankees' Cole set to begin throwing this week
New York Yankees ace right-hander Gerrit Cole will start playing catch this week as he continues to rehab his ailing right elbow.
Martinez's debut with Mets delayed amid ramp up
J.D. Martinez's debut with the Mets will be delayed as the veteran continues to ramp up physically after signing late in spring training.