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Sources: MLB mulls playoff bubble-type format

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 10:09pm
MLB has had preliminary discussions about holding its postseason in a bubble-type format after the coronavirus outbreaks on the Cardinals and Marlins wreaked havoc on the regular-season schedule, sources familiar with the conversations told ESPN.

Tigers' Cron exits vs. White Sox after hit to knee

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 10:09pm
Tigers first baseman C.J. Cron exited Monday night's game against the Chicago White Sox with a left knee injury.

Athletics' Laureano: Vile remark led to brawl

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 7:08pm
Astros hitting coach Alex Cintron made a vile comment to Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano regarding his mother, prompting Laureano to charge the Astros' bench Sunday, Laureano told ESPN on Monday.

Clevinger to miss start after violating protocol

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 7:08pm
Mike Clevinger will miss his scheduled start Tuesday after the team learned that he accompanied teammate Zach Plesac on a night out in Chicago.

Blue Jays set for Buffalo debut on Tuesday

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 7:08pm
The Blue Jays will walk onto the field at Sahlen Field in Buffalo, New York, on Tuesday as the host team for the first time in 2020.

Laureano: Vile remark led to Astros-A's brawl

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 4:06pm
Astros hitting coach Alex Cintron made a vile comment to Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano regarding his mother, prompting Laureano to charge the Astros' bench Sunday, Laureano told ESPN on Monday.

Doubleheader between Cards, Tigers postponed

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 4:06pm
A doubleheader between the St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Tigers this week is being postponed to allow more time for additional COVID-19 testing.

D-backs put Bumgarner on IL with strained back

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 4:06pm
Madison Bumgarner has been put on the IL as the Arizona left-hander deals with a mid-back strain.

Mets pitcher Stroman opts out of 2020 season

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:06pm
New York Mets starting pitcher Marcus Stroman announced Monday that he is opting out of the 2020 season.

Dodgers put righty Kelly (shoulder) on 10-day IL

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:06pm
Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly has been put on the 10-day injured list with inflammation in his right shoulder.

Cleveland manager Francona returning Tuesday

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:06pm
Cleveland manager Terry Francona will return to the team Tuesday after missing more than a week while dealing with a gastrointestinal condition.

Rangers sign Dietrich to minor league contract

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:06pm
Infielder Derek Dietrich has joined the Rangers on a minor league contract after being released by the Cubs on Sunday.

MLB deputy Petitti leaving for video, esports firm

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:06pm
MLB deputy commissioner Tony Petitti is leaving after 12 years to become president of sports and entertainment for the video game and esports company Activision Blizzard Inc.

Study: MLB average salary down due to pandemic

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 10:05am
Major League Baseball's eye-popping salaries took an astonishing dive during the coronavirus pandemic to their lowest level in nearly a quarter-century, according to a study by The Associated Press.

Rays put Morton on IL with shoulder inflammation

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 10:05am
The Rays have placed ace Charlie Morton on the 10-day injured list with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.

MLB Power Rankings: Every team's biggest surprise so far

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 7:05am
As the races in both leagues start to take shape, we review one player who has delivered more than expected.

25 years ago tonight, MLB had its last forfeit

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 7:05am
In what was a totally different universe, Dodgers fans in 1995 ended a game by pelting the field with souvenir baseballs.

Brawls and bad hops: A's, Astros and Angels make the West wild

TEst 4 August 10, 2020 - 1:07am
Houston's plunking Oakland's Ramon Laureano triggered a clash that should deliver steep penalties -- and season-long drama.

Indians' Plesac apologizes for leaving team hotel

TEst 4 August 9, 2020 - 10:08pm
Cleveland sent starter Zach Plesac home after he violated team rules by leaving the hotel to go out in Chicago on Saturday.

A's Laureano charges Astros dugout, starts brawl

TEst 4 August 9, 2020 - 7:05pm
After being hit by a pitch, Oakland outfielder Ramon Laureano charged the Houston dugout from first base and sparked a bench-clearing brawl between the AL West rivals.

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