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Blue Jays denied approval to play in Canada
The Canadian government will not permit the Blue Jays to play in Toronto amid the coronavirus pandemic, saying "the cross-border travel required for MLB regular-season play would not adequately protect Canadians' health and safety."
Orioles' Smith returns after coronavirus absence
Orioles outfielder Dwight Smith Jr., who tested positive for coronavirus when summer camp opened earlier this month, has rejoined the team and hopes to be ready for the opener.
Streaks and records that will be cut short by MLB's 60-game season
From Max Scherzer to Edwin Encarnacion, here are some statistical pursuits we won't get to enjoy with the shortened schedule.
MLB experts predict: Who is MLB's best defensive player?
Who is baseball's best in the field? Which first-year stars are ready to shine? Our crew of insiders weighs in.
Yanks' Frazier: Called a sheep for wearing mask
Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier is brushing off the criticism, including being called a sheep, for choosing to wear a mask while playing.
Yankees' German casts doubt on future in post
Suspended New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German cast doubt on his baseball future with an Instagram post Friday night.
Bard makes Rockies 7 years after last MLB pitch
Daniel Bard, a former Red Sox pitcher who hadn't appeared in the big leagues since 2013, was told Friday that he made the Rockies' roster.
Pollock opens up on positive test, premature baby
Dodgers outfielder A.J. Pollock spoke about the "scary" past few months he experienced before joining the team this week, including the premature birth of his daughter and his positive test for COVID-19.
Rockies place relievers Shaw, McGee on waivers
The Colorado Rockies have put relievers Bryan Shaw and Jake McGee on waivers, the team announced Friday.
MLB names first Latin America wagering partner
Major League Baseball has named BetCris, an online sportsbook based in Costa Rica, as its first official wagering partner in Latin America.
Brewers' Woodruff to get first Opening Day start
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff is following up his first All-Star appearance by getting his first opportunity to start a season opener.
Pirates' Polanco tests positive for COVID-19
Pirates right fielder Gregory Polanco is out indefinitely after testing positive for COVID-19, leaving his status for the season opener in doubt.
Reds sign former Army OF Jacob Hurtubise
Former Army outfielder and captain Jacob Hurtubise has signed with the Cincinnati Reds.
Jays waiting to hear if they can play in Toronto
A top Canadian government health official credits the Blue Jays for their willingness to live in a quarantine environment while they host games in Toronto but said Friday problems remain with Major League Baseball's proposed plan to play in Canada...
Source: Puig still a free agent after positive test
Yasiel Puig, who reportedly agreed to a deal with the Braves earlier this week, tested positive for COVID-19.
Twins to keep using off-duty Minneapolis police
The Minnesota Twins will keep using off-duty Minneapolis police officers for security during the 2020 season.
Angels' Anderson to have Tommy John surgery
Angels reliever Justin Anderson, who pitched 47 innings over 54 appearances last season, has a torn UCL in his right elbow and will have Tommy John surgery.
Five MLB players positive in this week's testing
As Major League Baseball transitions to solely monitoring testing for the coronavirus, the league and players' union said that five players tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week.
On this date: Remember that time Bo and Deion combined for four homers
On July 17, 1990, multisport legends Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders played in the same game, and put on quite a show.
MLB experts predict: The best rookie of 2020 will be ...?
Which first-year stars are ready to shine?
