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Cubs trade Pederson to Braves for 1B prospect
Bryce Ball, acquired in the deal for Joc Pederson, was a 24th-round pick for the Braves in 2019 and has compiled a .377 on-base percentage over two seasons in the minors.
Multiple Yanks test positive; Red Sox game nixed
Three Yankees pitchers have tested positive. Aaron Judge, Kyle Higashioka and Gio Urshela are also in COVID-19 protocols, sources told ESPN's Buster Olney.
Red Sox's Sale begins rehab assignment in Fla.
Chris Sale threw three scoreless innings as he began his rehab assignment Thursday with the Florida Complex League Red Sox.
Official: Jays 'trending' toward return to Toronto
The Blue Jays, who because of COVID-19 travel restrictions have played their home games this season in Florida and New York, are "trending" toward a return to Toronto, Canada's deputy chief public health officer said.
Sources: Santiago's 10-game sticky ban upheld
Mariners pitcher Hector Santiago will serve a 10-game suspension after the penalty was upheld after he appealed, sources told ESPN.
Back in black: Mets' dark jerseys return July 30
The Mets will wear black jerseys for the first time since 2012 when they play Cincinnati at Citi Field on July 30 and continue to wear them for all remaining Friday night home games this season.
Tidrow, ex-pitcher and longtime Giants exec, dies
Dick Tidrow, a former major league pitcher and longtime member of the San Francisco Giants' front office, died Saturday. He was 74.
Reports: No ruling on Jays' return by weekend
The Blue Jays will not learn whether they will get to play in Toronto by the weekend, according to multiple reports.
Eaton signed by Angels after White Sox release
Adam Eaton, who was released by the White Sox on Monday after hitting just .201 in 58 games this season, has been signed by the Angels.
Sources: Dodgers' Bauer has leave extended
The administrative leave for pitcher Trevor Bauer has been extended by nearly two weeks to July 27, sources told ESPN.
'I made a promise to them that I'd win it': Winners from MLB's All-Star Week
From MVP Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to Shohei Ohtani, here's who excelled in an exciting MLB All-Star Weekend.
All-Star unis get thumbs-down from social media
The fans on social media weren't exactly raving about the new MLB All-Star jerseys that were on display Tuesday night, while some All-Stars suggested the league should solicit player input next time.
Ohtani 'definitely' wants a return trip to HR Derby
Following a wild 24 hours in which he started the All-Star Game as a pitcher, recorded the victory, batted leadoff as DH and partook in the Home Run Derby in Denver, Angels star Shohei Ohtani said he "definitely" wants another shot in a future derby.
All-Star unis given thumbs-down on social media
The fans on social media weren't exactly raving about the new MLB All-Star jerseys that were on display Tuesday night.
Vlad Jr. hits 468-foot moonshot, pays tribute to his namesake at All-Star Game
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. showed up to represent the American League with a custom-made glove that featured an iconic throwback picture of him and his father in matching Expos gear from the early 2000s.
Ohio Gov. optimistic Indians will extend field lease
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine expressed optimism Tuesday that the Cleveland Indians will sign a long-term lease extension for Progressive Field with the city. The team's current lease is set to expire in 2023.
MLB: Vegas 'viable' for A's if no deal in Oakland
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday that the fate of the Athletics in Oakland will be determined in the next few months.
All Arms: Angels select 20 pitchers in 20 rounds
The Los Angeles Angels made unique draft history this week, using all 20 selections to take pitchers, after deciding to "just go all out and play the hot hand."
Manfred mum on how state laws may affect MLB
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred wouldn't say whether he would rule out any events in Texas if a law is adopted changing election laws there. The 2021 All-Star Game was moved from Atlanta to Denver after the passing of a controversial Georgia voting law.
Manfred unhappy with Kasten comments on Bauer
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred was unhappy with flippant comments made by Dodgers president Stan Kasten that followed the start of the sport's investigation of domestic violence allegations against Los Angeles pitcher Trevor Bauer.