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fantasypros.comsports1 hr ago
Mike Trout Expects to Return to Angels Lineup Early Next Week
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout plans to rejoin the team early the week of July 6 after missing 17 days with a strained right hamstring. He completed his pregame routine on July 3 and is described as close to returning by manager Kurt Suzuki.
espn.comsports1 hr agoUpdated
Yankees place left-hander on 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation
The New York team placed its left-handed pitcher on the 15-day injured list Friday due to elbow inflammation. The move comes during a seven-game losing streak and leaves the rotation with fewer available starters.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 hr ago
Mariners Place Julio Rodriguez on Seven-Day Injured List With Concussion
Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez was placed on the seven-day injured list Friday with a concussion after being struck by a throw during Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. The team selected infielder Miles Mastrobuoni's contract from Triple-A Tacoma in…
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 hr ago
Minnesota Twins Pitcher Zebby Matthews Exits With Right Foot Laceration
Zebby Matthews left Saturday's game against the New York Yankees after sustaining a right foot laceration in the fifth inning. The Twins went on to win 11-4.
ESPNsports1 hr ago
Dodgers hold Ohtani out of Saturday lineup after biceps tightness
Shohei Ohtani left Friday's game after his right biceps tightened during a swing. The team will keep him out of the lineup on Saturday for extra recovery time.
winnipegfreepress.comsports6 hrs ago
Cardinals face Cubs with both starters allowing high run totals
The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs meet with starting pitchers who have posted ERAs above 4.00 this season. Weather in Chicago could affect whether the game is completed.
espn.comsports7 hrs ago
Red Sox reliever sets career record for strikeouts by a relief pitcher
Aroldis Chapman recorded his 1,364th career strikeout as a reliever, surpassing the previous mark. The achievement came in fewer than 850 innings pitched.
yardbarker.comsports7 hrs ago
Red Sox Outright Right-Hander to Triple-A Worcester
The Boston Red Sox outrighted a right-handed pitcher to Triple-A Worcester after he cleared waivers. The player had posted an 8.00 ERA in nine innings this season.
winnipegfreepress.comsports10 hrs ago
Angels face Red Sox starter Gray after four-game skid
The Los Angeles Angels, on a four-game losing streak, will start left-hander Sam Aldegheri against Boston on Saturday night. Boston right-hander Sonny Gray enters with a 9-1 record and 2.69 ERA.
winnipegfreepress.comsports10 hrs ago
Braves sign McCutchen to minor league contract
The Atlanta Braves signed former NL MVP outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league deal on Friday. The 39-year-old had been released by the Texas Rangers on May 27 after batting .192 in 37 games.
winnipegfreepress.comsports11 hrs ago
Atlanta hosts New York in second game of four-game series
The host team sends a left-handed starter to the mound on Saturday night against the visiting team. The home side won the opener 5-3 on Friday.
winnipegfreepress.comsports12 hrs ago
Blue Jays Pitcher Shane Bieber Posts 6.00 ERA but Records 1,000th Career Strikeout in First Starts After Elbow Injury
Shane Bieber allowed a first-pitch home run and posted a 6.00 ERA across nine innings in his return from a three-month elbow injury. The former Cy Young winner recorded his 1,000th career strikeout in his most recent outing.
espn.comsports5 hrs agoUpdated
Red Sox reliever sets major league record for strikeouts by a reliever
Boston Red Sox left-hander Aroldis Chapman recorded his 1,364th career strikeout as a reliever Friday night, passing the previous record. The milestone came during a 5-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.
winnipegfreepress.comsports16 hrs ago
Baltimore Orioles Place Closer Ryan Helsley on 15-Day Injured List
The Baltimore Orioles placed closer Ryan Helsley on the 15-day injured list Friday with right elbow discomfort. The move was retroactive to Tuesday after Helsley felt discomfort while warming up in Wednesday's game. Helsley had previously spent time on the injured list this seaso…
winnipegfreepress.comsports16 hrs ago
San Diego Padres Place Randy Vásquez on 15-Day Injured List With Bruised Ankle
The 27-year-old right-hander was hit by a Mookie Betts comebacker Thursday night and later fainted en route to an X-ray. Tests showed no fracture, but the team took a cautious approach. Catcher Freddy Fermin was also placed on the injured list with a head contusion.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Cardinals Reinstate Stanek from Paternity List and Option Graceffo to Triple-A
The St. Louis Cardinals made roster moves ahead of their Friday game against the Chicago Cubs. Right-hander Ryne Stanek returned from the paternity list while Gordon Graceffo was sent to Triple-A.
espn.comsports1 day ago
Guardians defeat White Sox 6-5 on Rocchio walk-off homer
Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth to give the Cleveland Guardians a 6-5 win over the Chicago White Sox. The result came in the opener of a four-game series between the top two teams in the AL Central.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Mariners Beat Angels 1-0 as Rodriguez Enters Concussion Protocol
Seattle center fielder Julio Rodriguez was removed from Thursday night's game after a thrown ball struck the back of his helmet. He entered concussion protocol and will be re-evaluated Friday.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports1 day ago
Ohtani to Pitch and Hit for Dodgers vs Padres on Friday with Rushing Catching
Los Angeles Dodgers ace Shohei Ohtani will start on the mound Friday versus the San Diego Padres with Dalton Rushing catching. Ohtani will also bat in the lineup while managing a left knee injury that prompted a schedule adjustment.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports1 day agoUpdated
Atlanta Braves Sign 39-Year-Old Andrew McCutchen to Minor League Contract
The Atlanta Braves signed 39-year-old outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor league deal on July 3. McCutchen, a former NL MVP, had been released by the Texas Rangers in May.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Yankees reliever returns from leave, available to close tonight
David Bednar rejoins the New York Yankees after paternity leave and is set to close against the Minnesota Twins. The team also reported Julio Rodriguez entered concussion protocol after a helmet hit.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Cubs Expected to Add Reliever to 40-Man Roster
The team plans to select the contract of a veteran left-handed reliever who joined on a minor league deal after his release by another club. The move follows the optioning of another left-hander to the minors and addresses multiple injuries in the bullpen.
comicbook.comsports1 day ago
Pitcher unlikely to appear in All-Star Game due to schedule
A starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers is scheduled to pitch on the final day before the All-Star break, making him ineligible to pitch in the game two nights later. The pitcher said he wants to participate but understands the team's focus on later in the season.
espn.comsports1 day ago
MLB Teams to Wear Stars-and-Stripes Uniforms and Caps on July 4
All 30 Major League Baseball clubs will wear special themed uniforms and caps during games on July 4, 2026. The league also plans four drive-in theaters to broadcast local matchups.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports1 day ago
Red Sox Begin Nine-Game Road Trip Against Angels
The Red Sox open a nine-game road trip Friday with a three-game series in Anaheim. The team enters the trip after a 5-2 homestand and two losses in Washington.
nypost.comsports1 day ago
Bo Bichette Returns to Toronto with Mets After Leaving Blue Jays Following Stalled Contract Talks
Former Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette played against his old team this week at Rogers Centre. Teammate George Springer described the reunion as a mix of emotions, and fans offered ovations during the series.
abcnews.go.comsports1 day ago
Dodgers Score 12 Unanswered Runs to Defeat Padres 12-7
Los Angeles overcame a six-run deficit after starter Roki Sasaki allowed six runs in three innings. The team recorded 17 hits and held San Diego scoreless after the third inning.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day ago
Pitcher set for start after skipped outing due to back issue
A right-handed pitcher returns to the mound for a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Atlanta Braves. The outing follows a skipped start prompted by lingering back tightness after a complete-game shutout earlier in June.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Braves Sign Outfielder Matt Scannell Days After Blue Jays Release Him
The Atlanta Braves signed 24-year-old two-way player Matt Scannell on or before July 2, 2026. The move followed his release by the Toronto Blue Jays less than two months after they signed him.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Athletics Designated Hitter Brent Rooker to Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery
The two-time All-Star will miss the rest of the 2026 season after a cartilage tear was found in his left knee. Manager Mark Kotsay called the loss a major blow to the team's offense.
beyondtheboxscore.comsports2 days ago
Cubs shortstop hits three home runs and drives in eight runs during 23-3 win
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson hit three home runs and drove in eight runs in a 23-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. The performance included a grand slam off a position player and marked the most RBIs by a Cubs player since 2002.
winnipegfreepress.comsports1 day agoUpdated
MLB suspends four players after benches-clearing incident at Fenway Park
Washington Nationals right-hander Cade Cavalli and Boston first baseman Willson Contreras each received seven-game suspensions. Two additional players were also disciplined following the Tuesday night brawl.
espn.comsports2 days ago
Rays Move to Top of AL Standings, Marlins Enter Top 10 in Week 14 Rankings
Tampa Bay rose three spots to first in the American League while Miami climbed into the top 10. The update reflects records and recent performance through early July.
Abc Newssports2 days ago
Reds defeat Brewers 7-2 behind Burns six-inning outing
Cincinnati scored seven runs and limited Milwaukee to two on Thursday. Three Cincinnati home runs accounted for most of the scoring.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Rays Third Baseman Junior Caminero Homers in Sixth Straight Game
The 22-year-old became the youngest player since at least 1900 to achieve the feat during Tampa Bay's 4-0 win over Kansas City on July 1. He hit his 24th home run of the season and will turn 23 on Sunday.
espn.comsports2 days ago
MLB teams weigh trade deadline moves with one month left
Teams still in playoff contention face decisions on whether to buy or sell ahead of the August 3 deadline. Several clubs with strong rotations are evaluating whether to pursue additional pitching help.
fantasypros.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Nationals Pitcher Apologizes for Remark to Red Sox Player
A Nationals pitcher apologized for shouting a phrase at a Red Sox first baseman during a benches-clearing incident. The player said the remark was not intended to carry racial meaning. MLB is reviewing the matter.
winnipegfreepress.comsports2 days ago
Pirates starter allows seven earned runs in four innings during 10-6 loss to Phillies
Pittsburgh Pirates starter Paul Skenes pitched four innings and gave up seven earned runs in a 10-6 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night. Skenes said he fell behind in counts and left pitches over the plate.
espn.comsports2 days ago
Giants place third baseman on 10-day injured list with abdominal strain
The San Francisco Giants placed their third baseman on the 10-day injured list Wednesday after he exited Tuesday's game against Arizona with an abdominal strain. The team recalled an infielder from Triple-A Sacramento to fill the roster spot.
espn.comsports2 days ago
Rangers Place Shortstop Corey Seager on 10-Day Injured List with Lower Back Inflammation
Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager was placed on the 10-day injured list before Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians due to lower back inflammation. He had returned from a prior concussion on June 25. Infielder Josh Smith was recalled from Triple-A to fill the roste…
fantasypros.comsports2 days ago
Yankees Lose 6-2 to Tigers, Extend Losing Streak to Seven Games
The New York Yankees fell 6-2 to the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, their seventh straight defeat. The skid marks their longest since August 2023 and comes while they play without injured captain Aaron Judge.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Padres lose 23-3 to Cubs as Song hits first MLB home run
Song Sung-mun connected for a solo home run in the fifth inning at Wrigley Field. The San Diego Padres fell to the Chicago Cubs by a score of 23-3, extending their losing streak to five games.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Atlanta Braves Lead Phillies by Eight Games in NL East Despite Recent Slump
The Philadelphia Phillies have reduced the Atlanta Braves' division lead after a managerial change and Atlanta's recent slump. Manager Don Mattingly said his focus remained on incremental team goals rather than the rival. Two series between the clubs remain in September.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Detroit Tigers sweep New York Yankees in three games
The Detroit Tigers completed a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees with a 6-2 win in 11 innings on Wednesday. The Yankees have now lost seven straight games.
yardbarker.comsports3 days ago
Cubs Score 23 Runs and Hit Eight Home Runs in 23-3 Win Over Padres
The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 23-3 on July 1 at Wrigley Field. The team hit eight home runs and recorded its highest run total since 1995.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Aaron Judge Awaits Imaging Results on Rib Stress Fracture as Yankees Hold 12-14 Record Without Him
New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge said he needs updated imaging before commenting on his status after four weeks on the injured list with a stress fracture of his right rib. He has not played since May 31.
yardbarker.comsports3 days ago
Seiya Suzuki Hits 100th Career Home Run for Chicago Cubs
Seiya Suzuki hit a three-run homer in the first inning against the San Diego Padres on July 1, reaching his 100th career home run. The Chicago Cubs right fielder became the fourth Japanese-born player to reach the mark.
abcnews.go.comsports3 days ago
Dodgers Manager Reaches 1,000 Career Wins in 1,606 Games
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reached 1,000 career wins faster than any other MLB manager. The milestone came after a 9-3 victory over the Athletics on Tuesday night.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Marlins Beat Rockies 14-3 to Finish June With Franchise-Record 20 Wins
Miami out-hit Colorado 21-5 and set season highs in runs and hits. The victory gave the Marlins their best calendar month in franchise history and moved them into a tie for the third National League wild-card spot.
forbes.comsports3 days ago
Fifty Prospects Selected for MLB All-Star Futures Game
Washington Nationals shortstop Eli Willits and 49 others were named Wednesday to the July 12 game at Citizens Bank Park. Rosters feature top 2025 draft picks and several repeat selections.
winnipegfreepress.comworld3 days ago
Mets Owner Steve Cohen Says Payroll May Approach $300 Million in 2027 and Farm System Has Regressed
Mets owner Steve Cohen told reporters he is extremely worried about the team's future after regression in its farm system. He cited large contracts that could push the 2027 payroll near $300 million and limit spending flexibility. Cohen spoke Wednesday with New York Post reporter…
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Cubs Center Fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong Declines Home Run Derby Spot
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will skip the Home Run Derby at the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia. The 24-year-old also declined last year and said the timing is not right yet. He hit his 18th home run of the season in Tuesday's win.
espn.comsports3 days ago
Slugger commits to Home Run Derby, extends streak to five games
The Tampa Bay player agreed to take part in the July 13 event hours before hitting his fifth consecutive home run. The three-run shot helped his team win 10-4.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Mets Owner Cohen Says Stearns Will Finish Contract Despite Team’s Last-Place Standing
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen said president of baseball operations David Stearns will complete the remainder of his contract. The comments follow the firing of manager Carlos Mendoza and come as the team sits at 36-50.
abcnews.go.comsports3 days ago
Red Sox first baseman ejected after helmet throw in benches-clearing incident
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was ejected for the second straight game after throwing his helmet toward a Nationals pitcher during a heated exchange that cleared the benches. Multiple players and the interim manager were also ejected in the 8-1 loss.
fantasypros.comsports3 days ago
Pitcher Shane Greene Says He Is No Longer Actively Training to Pitch
Shane Greene told a podcast he is no longer training to pitch but avoided the word retirement. The former All-Star spent parts of 10 seasons with five teams including two stints with the Yankees.
Abc Newssports3 days ago
Astros Score Six in Fourth to Defeat Twins 6-4
Yordan Alvarez hit a grand slam during a six-run fourth inning to lift the Houston Astros to a 6-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night. The win erased a three-run deficit after three innings.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Nationals pitcher strikes out 13, team defeats Red Sox 8-1
Cade Civalli allowed one hit over seven innings and recorded a career-high 13 strikeouts as the Washington Nationals beat the Red Sox 8-1 on Tuesday night. The win ended Boston's five-game winning streak.
Abc Newssports3 days ago
Marlins Score 14 Runs to Defeat Rockies 14-3
Miami recorded its 20th victory of the month on June 30 at Coors Field. Three home runs and season highs in runs and hits powered the win.
espn.comsports3 days ago
Giants Third Baseman Matt Chapman Leaves Game With Abdominal Strain
San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman exited Tuesday night's 8-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks after suffering an abdominal strain in the sixth inning in Phoenix. He is scheduled for an MRI on Wednesday to assess the injury. Chapman, 33, had managed discomfort in the…