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MLBPA boosts investments, preps for bargaining
The Major League Baseball Players Association increased its liquid assets by about $19 million to $178.5 million ahead of collective bargaining that could lead to a spring training lockout next year.
MLB wants A's to explore relocating from Oakland
The A's, who have played in Oakland since 1968, will look into relocating elsewhere after years of failed plans for a new stadium. The team has asked the city council to vote on a new Howard Terminal site prior to its late-July recess.
MLBPA increases investments, preps for bargaining
The Major League Baseball Players Association increased its liquid assets by about $19 million to $178.5 million ahead of collective bargaining that could lead to a spring training lockout next year.
MLB HR champ Voit back in Yankees' lineup
Yankees' first baseman Luke Voit will make his season debut Tuesday after recovering from a torn meniscus in his left knee. Voit wrapped up a five-game injury rehab assignment on May 9.
Cubs put OF Marisnick (hamstring) on 10-day IL
The Cubs placed outfielder Jake Marisnick on the 10-day injured list Tuesday and recalled reliever Brad Wieck from Triple-A Iowa.
Ole Miss' Hoglund having TJ surgery prior to draft
Ole Miss pitcher Gunnar Hoglund, who had 96 strikeouts and a 2.87 ERA over 11 starts this spring for Ole Miss, is still expected to be selected in the first round of the MLB draft after having Tommy John surgery, sources told ESPN.
Righty Zimmermann, two-time All-Star, retires
Jordan Zimmermann announced his retirement from baseball on Tuesday after 13 major league seasons with the Nationals, Tigers and Brewers.
MLB HR champ Voit back in Yankees lineup
Yankees' first baseman Luke Voit will make his season debut Tuesday after recovering from a torn meniscus in his left knee. Voit wrapped up a five-game injury rehab assignment on May 9.
Idelson returns to Hall of Fame as interim prez
Idelson returns as baseball's Hall of Fame interim president. He succeeds for Angels executive Tim Mead, who announced his retirement in April.
Sources: Mariners expected to call up OF Kelenic
The Seattle Mariners are expected to call up their top prospect Jarred Kelenic on Thursday, sources familiar with the situation told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Back, back, back: Berman, ESPN sign extension
Broadcaster Chris Berman has signed a multiyear extension with ESPN. The 66-year-old has been with ESPN since the company's second month of existence.
Pirates DFA slumping veteran INF Todd Frazier
Todd Frazier was designated for assignment by the Pirates on Monday to make room for Ben Gamel on the roster.
Mets to put deGrom on IL with side tightness
The Mets will place Jacob deGrom on the injured list with tightness in his right side, a move that will keep the ace from taking the mound until May 20 at the earliest.
The State of Baseball: Inside the biggest questions MLB is facing with the future of the sport at stake
Are games too long? How can baseball maximize its new generation of stars? We dig into the topics that will shape the game far beyond this season.
After five straight series losses, the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking for answers
The Los Angeles Dodgers are struggling in their title-defense season, but the reasons behind their woes are difficult to pinpoint.
Arenado homers vs. former team as Cards sweep
Nolan Arenado homered against his former team, Adam Wainwright pitched three-hit ball into the ninth inning and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Colorado Rockies 2-0 on Sunday.
Braves look to boost bullpen, bring back Greene
Veteran Shane Greene, who went 1-0 with a 2.60 ERA and 21 strikeouts in 27 2/3 innings last season, was re-signed Sunday by the Atlanta Braves, who are looking for some additional depth in the bullpen.
DeGrom exits with side tightness, to have MRI
Mets ace Jacob deGrom left his start Sunday against the Diamondbacks after throwing two warm-up pitches before the sixth inning.
For Mother's Day, here are some classic moments between athletes and their mothers
Some of the most touching moments in sports have been between athletes and their mothers. For Mother's Day, here are some of the best.
Mets' deGrom exits early with tightness in side
Mets ace Jacob deGrom left his start Sunday against the Diamondbacks after throwing two warm-up pitches before the sixth inning.