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Report: About 10 MLB umpires opt out of season

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
About 10 Major League Baseball umpires have opted out of this season, choosing not to work games in the shortened schedule because of concerns over the coronavirus.

No fans at Eagles, Phillies games, per city officials

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
Philadelphia city officials say that no fans will be in the stands for Eagles and Phillies games in 2020, citing safety concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Cubs' Rizzo getting MRI after missing week

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is undergoing an MRI on his back.

Rangers furlough employees with stadium empty

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
The Rangers indefinitely furloughed about 60 full-time employees, a moved announced 10 days before Texas opens its new ballpark without fans due to the pandemic-delayed season.

Source: Yasiel Puig agrees to deal with Braves

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
Free-agent outfielder Yasiel Puig is signing with the Atlanta Braves, a source told ESPN, confirming a report by MLB.com.

Tanaka taking things slow after being hit by liner

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 3:59pm
Masahiro Tanaka is unsure whether he will be able to take his first turn through the Yankees' rotation as he recovers from a line drive off his head.

Fantasy baseball X factors: Pitchers

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 12:59pm
From Tony Watson to Julio Urias, Eric Karabell takes a look at pitchers around the league who could be X factors in 2020.

On this date: Remember when Pete Rose crushed Ray Fosse in the MLB All-Star Game

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 9:59am
On July 14, 1970, Pete Rose barreled into Ray Fosse to score the winning run in the MLB All-Star Game, but did he do the right thing?

Picking both 2020 MLB All-Star rosters -- even though there's no game

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 7:00am
The All-Star Game would have been Tuesday in Los Angeles, so we made our selections based on what we expect in the shortened season.

MLB experts predict: Which 2019 playoff team is set up for a 2020 fall?

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 7:00am
Which top team from last season could be in for a disappointing 2020? Our crew of insiders weighs in.

2020 sports calendar: Coronavirus-impacted schedules

TEst 4 July 14, 2020 - 7:00am
For weeks, one sporting event after another was canceled or postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Here is when we can expect a return to action.

Orioles' Blach (TJ), Martin (wrist) set for surgery

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 9:58pm
Orioles left-hander Ty Blach will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery, and shortstop Richie Martin will have an operation on his right wrist that will sideline him for two to three months.

Twins' Buxton to undergo tests after injuring foot

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 9:58pm
Byron Buxton was carted off at Target Field on Monday after suffering a left foot injury while tracking a long fly ball.

Cards' Hicks opts out, cites preexisting condition

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 3:58pm
Jordan Hicks, the Cardinals' hard-throwing reliever, has opted out of this season citing pre-existing health concerns.

Short season could throw up some big surprises

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
In the '94 strike-shortened season, there was a surprising home run leader in front of three future Hall of Famers.

Blue Jays to wear patch honoring late Fernandez

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
The Blue Jays will wear a No. 1 on the left sleeve of uniform jerseys this season to honor franchise great Tony Fernandez, who died in February.

Cards reliever Hicks opts out of 2020 season

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
Jordan Hicks, the Cardinals' hard-throwing reliever, has opted out of this season citing pre-existing health concerns.

Tigers release veteran right-hander Zack Godley

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
The Detroit Tigers have given veteran right-hander Zack Godley his unconditional release.

NFL stars join A-Rod, J-Lo bid to purchase Mets

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
Brian Urlacher, Travis Kelce and DeMarco Murray are part of a group of investors who have joined couple Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez in a bid to buy the New York Mets.

Cubs' Ross, 5 others miss workout, await results

TEst 4 July 13, 2020 - 12:57pm
Cubs manager David Ross and five others missed Monday morning's workout as they awaited test results.

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