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Padres get Moreland; also trade for Angels' Castro
The Padres, looking to end their playoff drought, on Sunday acquired veteran first baseman Mitch Moreland from the Red Sox for two minor league prospects. San Diego also traded for veteran Angels catcher Jason Castro, sources confirmed to ESPN.
White Sox's Gonzalez put on IL with groin strain
The White Sox placed left-hander Gio Gonzalez on the 10-day injured list retroactive to Aug. 27 due to a strained right groin.
Cubs' Chatwood leaves with elbow discomfort
Cubs starter Tyler Chatwood left in the third inning with elbow discomfort.
Wainwright, 39, tosses complete game on birthday
Adam Wainwright, who celebrated his 39th birthday on Sunday, threw a four-hitter for his 23rd career complete game and first in four years as the Cardinals beat the Indians 7-2.
A's-Astros off as Oakland announces positive test
The Athletics had one member of their organization test positive for COVID-19, causing Major League Baseball to postpone the team's game Sunday against the Astros.
Orioles trade right-hander Givens to Rockies
The Orioles have traded right-hander Mychal Givens to the Rockies.
Mets place pitchers Betances, Matz on injured list
The New York Mets have placed struggling pitchers Dellin Betances and Steven Matz on the injured list, one day after they both made appearances against the New York Yankees.
MLB trade deadline tracker, rumors and buzz: Rangers float Lynn, Gallo
Here's the latest intel we're hearing and what to know for every team as Aug. 31 approaches.
A's-Astros off after Oakland player tests positive
The Athletics had one member of their organization test positive for COVID-19, causing Major League Baseball to postpone the team's game Sunday against the Astros.
Padres get Moreland from Red Sox for prospects
The Padres have acquired veteran first baseman Mitch Moreland from the Red Sox for two minor league prospects.
Cubs get designated hitter Martinez from Rays
The Cubs have acquired designated hitter Jose Martinez from the Rays.
Braves acquire Milone from O's to bolster rotation
The Atlanta Braves acquired Baltimore Orioles left-hander Tommy Milone in a trade that could bolster their struggling rotation.
MLB Sunday Spotlight: Which NL East team is most dangerous? Will Yankees overcome their injuries?
As the Braves, Phillies, Mets and a banged up Yankees squad take the field for a Sunday doubleheader on ESPN, we break down each team's October outlook.
How Nancy Faust (and her organ) set the tone for America's pastime
If not for Nancy Faust, "Crazy Train" might have never arrived at the ballpark. From her perch at Comiskey Park starting 50 years ago this summer, Faust introduced walk-up music and injected irreverent reactions to in-game shenanigans.
Managers tossed as benches clear in Cubs-Reds
Cubs manager David Ross and Cincinnati's David Bell were ejected from Game 2 of Saturday night's doubleheader after "chirping" by Chicago and errant fastballs led to both benches clearing.
Dodgers' Lux to lead 2B platoon, hitless in win
Second baseman Gavin Lux, ESPN's No. 2 overall prospect in March, has been called up by the Los Angeles Dodgers and will start against right-handed pitchers moving forward.
LeMahieu triples in return as Yankees snap skid
DJ LeMahieu hit a third-inning triple in his return to the lineup Saturday as the Yankees beat the Mets 2-1 to avoid their longest losing streak in a quarter-century.
MLB trade deadline tracker, rumors and buzz: Rosenthal heads west
Here's the latest intel we're hearing and what to know for every team as Aug. 31 approaches.
Padres acquire Rosenthal in trade with Royals
Trevor Rosenthal, who has seven saves this season, has been traded from the Royals to bolster the bullpen for the Padres, who are seeking their first playoff appearance in 14 years.
Red Sox place Eovaldi on IL with calf strain
The Red Sox's rotation suffered another blow Saturday after Nathan Eovaldi was placed on the 10-day IL with a right calf strain.