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Source: Cubs reach minor league deal with Strop

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 6:49pm
The Cubs agreed to a minor league deal with Pedro Strop on Friday, bringing back the popular reliever after he was released by Cincinnati, according to ESPN and multiple reports.

Francona recovering, still unable to rejoin Indians

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 3:48pm
It may be some time before Indians manager Terry Francona is healthy enough to rejoin the AL Central leaders.

Nationals' Soto scratched with sore left shoulder

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 3:48pm
The Nationals removed left fielder Juan Soto from the lineup for Friday's first game of a doubleheader against the Braves because of a sore left shoulder.

Twins put OF Kepler on IL with adductor strain

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 12:47pm
Twins outfielder Max Kepler went on the IL for the first time in his career with an adductor strain.

Fantasy baseball pickups: Ride Clint Frazier while you can

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 9:47am
Outfielder Clint Frazier could lose playing time once the Yankees get healthy, but here's why he shouldn't be sitting on your waiver wire right now.

Moneyball guru Beane buys stake in soccer club

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 7:02am
Moneyball guru Billy Beane has strengthening his ties with AZ Alkmaar after buying a minority share in the Dutch club.

'Hey, you've got the best stuff in the big leagues': Inside Yu Darvish's return to elite status

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 6:45am
Here's how a heated discussion with his pitching coach and some advice from Trevor Bauer helped the Cubs' righty rediscover his best form.

Kershaw 2nd Dodgers pitcher to reach 2,500 K's

TEst 4 September 4, 2020 - 12:46am
Clayton Kershaw became the second pitcher in Los Angeles Dodgers history to record 2,500 strikeouts, joining Don Sutton, when he got Arizona's Nick Ahmed swinging in the second inning Thursday.

Dodgers' Kershaw records 2,500th strikeout

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 9:46pm
Clayton Kershaw became the second pitcher in Los Angeles Dodgers history to record 2,500 strikeouts, joining Don Sutton, when he got Arizona's Nick Ahmed swinging in the second inning Thursday night.

Phillies retire Allen's No. 15 in moving ceremony

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 6:45pm
The Phillies retired Dick Allen's No. 15 on Thursday, the first time they've retired the number of a player who hasn't been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Mets' dirty knees honor Seaver's classic delivery

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 3:45pm
Every member of the Mets had dirt covering his right knee before Thursday's game against the Yankees, a nod to Tom Seaver's drop-and-drive delivery. Seaver died Monday at age 75.

Astros' Altuve leaves game, getting MRI on knee

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 3:45pm
After a hard slide into third base, Astros star Jose Altuve left Thursday's game with right knee discomfort and is getting an MRI.

Red Sox's Martinez: Hesitant to test free agency

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 3:45pm
Boston slugger J.D. Martinez said several variables -- from the unknown financial state of market to the questions about player evaluation after a shortened season -- make him not want to test free agency.

Tom Seaver and why sometimes you really should meet your heroes

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 3:45pm
As writer T.J. Quinn got to know his childhood idol, he learned Tom was every bit as terrific as he'd imagined.

A's righty Mengden tests positive for coronavirus

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 12:40pm
Athletics right-hander Daniel Mengden has tested positive for the coronavirus and is asymptomatic.

MLB names 30 nominees for Clemente Award

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 9:39am
The Roberto Clemente Award will be named next Wednesday to honor the player who best represents the game through "extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field."

Cubs announce plans for sportsbook at Wrigley

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 6:39am
The Cubs became the first MLB franchise to commit to opening a retail sportsbook on their stadium premises with Thursday's announcement of a multiyear partnership with DraftKings.

Why baseball's minor leagues are changing forever

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 6:39am
MLB's plan to overhaul the minor leagues includes cutting more than 40 affiliated clubs and, according to a source, even shuttering MiLB's offices in St. Petersburg, Florida.

'A fun ride': Manny Machado on the Padres' rise, his bounce-back season

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 6:39am
Machado talks about finding joy in baseball again -- and playing next to the game's top phenom in San Diego.

Fantasy Focus Baseball: Deadline Deals, Sleeper Saves And Weekend Streamers

TEst 4 September 3, 2020 - 6:39am
Eric and Tristan discuss the impact of Monday's trade deadline, a future ninth inning ace, the 2021 top tier of starting pitchers and preview the weekend!

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