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Twins finding out why adding Kenta Maeda could help fix their October troubles

TEst 4 August 19, 2020 - 7:05am
Flirting with a no-hitter is just the latest feat from the vet Minnesota targeted to help end its playoff losing streak.

Selling stretchy pants, driving for Uber: Without a season, minor leaguers take on second jobs

TEst 4 August 19, 2020 - 7:05am
Minor leaguers were left scrambling when their season was canceled. Some prospects have taken on extra work to support their families, moved in with their parents or considered giving up the game for good.

Twins finding out why trading for Kenta Maeda could help fix their October troubles

TEst 4 August 19, 2020 - 12:47am
Flirting with a no-hitter is just the latest feat from the veteran Minnesota targeted to help end its 16-game playoff losing streak.

Padres' Tatis Jr. continues to steal show in Texas

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 9:47pm
While the rest of the majors debated the unwritten rules of baseball, San Diego's Fernando Tatis Jr. just kept hitting, going 2-for-5 as the Padres capped a sweep of the Rangers on Tuesday.

Markakis on IL after potential exposure to virus

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:46pm
Atlanta is without outfielder Nick Markakis, who has been placed on the injured list after potentially being exposed to COVID-19.

Kapler: Pitches near Trout's head not malicious

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:46pm
The Giants and Angels both downplayed the two ninth-inning pitches that were thrown near Mike Trout's head, with manager Gabe Kapler calling pitcher Shaun Anderson "jumpy."

Cubs' Bryant (wrist) out until at least Friday

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:46pm
Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant, who hurt his wrist last week, got an injection to manage the injury and will be out until at least Friday.

Rays' McKay to have season-ending surgery

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:46pm
Tampa Bay Rays two-way rookie Brendan McKay will have season-ending surgery on his left throwing shoulder Wednesday.

Indians' Francona (surgery) to miss Pirates series

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 3:45pm
Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona will miss his team's three-game series with the Pirates to undergo a "scheduled procedure" to address a gastrointestinal issue.

Mets put Peterson on IL, recall Oswalt to start

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 3:45pm
The Mets made a last-minute change to their rotation Tuesday, placing scheduled starter David Peterson on IL due to shoulder fatigue and calling up Corey Oswalt to take his place.

Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto are breaking baseball's unwritten rules. Isn't it great?

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 12:45pm
Two of MLB's brightest young stars just ruffled some feathers by showing us the future of the sport. No apologies necessary.

2 Rangers suspended for actions after Tatis' GS

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 12:45pm
Rangers pitcher Ian Gibaut and manager Chris Woodward were both suspended for their actions following Fernando Tatis Jr.'s grand slam on Monday.

Astros' Alvarez returns to IL with knee soreness

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 12:45pm
Yordan Alvarez had an MRI on Monday after experiencing discomfort in his right knee and has been placed on the injured list, the team announced.

Reds-Royals ppd; to play doubleheader on Wed.

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 9:43am
With Tuesday's game postponed after a Cincinnati player tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday, the Reds and Royals are now scheduled to play a doubleheader Wednesday.

Bullpen chess match between Yankees, Rays could define AL East race

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 9:43am
Who comes out on top between two of MLB's best teams will depend on how managers Aaron Boone and Kevin Cash pick and play their late-game arms.

Weighing a postseason bubble: What MLB can learn from the NHL

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:44am
With baseball considering using a bubble for the playoffs, we broke down how things have gone for the NHL in its two hub cities in Canada.

Fantasy baseball pickups: Casey Mize tops trio of high-upside pitchers to add

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 6:44am
Mize was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 draft and is set to make his big league debut on Wednesday, but he isn't the only Tigers prospect you should add off the waiver wire.

With no NL East team breaking away, race to MLB playoffs could go the distance

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 1:26am
One strong week could make the difference, but picking a favorite between the Braves, Nationals, Phillies, Mets and Marlins won't be easy.

Padres' Tatis angers Rangers with late grand slam

TEst 4 August 18, 2020 - 1:26am
The Rangers were less than pleased after the Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. missed a take sign and swung on a 3-0 pitch for a grand slam with San Diego holding a seven-run lead in the eighth inning.

Seager bros., on opposite teams, each homer

TEst 4 August 17, 2020 - 10:25pm
Corey and Kyle Seager each homered in Monday's game at Dodger Stadium, marking the first time in nearly 20 years that two brothers on opposing teams have homered in the same game.

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