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May 20, 2024

Yankees place Ian Hamilton on 7-day COVID list
Yankees right-handed reliever Ian Hamilton, tied for second on the team with 19 appearances, has gone on the seven-day COVID injured list.

ESPN MLB
May 20, 2024

Padres' Bogaerts leaves after diving for ball
San Diego Padres second baseman Xander Bogaerts apparently injured his left shoulder and was removed from Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves.

ESPN MLB
May 20, 2024

MLB opens investigation into ex-Angel Fletcher
MLB opened an investigation Monday into allegations that former Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher gambled with an illegal bookie, an MLB source told ESPN.

ESPN MLB
May 20, 2024

After all these years, it's time to meet Adell
Jo Adell of the Angels leads the list of players you should be claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN MLB
May 20, 2024

Cardinals unveil red City Connect uniforms with help from hip-hop artist Nelly
The Cardinals opted to stay traditional and within the franchise's uniform palette with their City Connect uniform design, unveiled Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 20, 2024

Which is the NL's team to beat: the Phillies, Dodgers or Braves?
A powerhouse trio has emerged at the top of the National League standings. We debate which team is best -- and which will be come October.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Twins RHP Jackson DFA'd after struggles in May
Veteran Jay Jackson has been designated for assignment by the Twins as the club recalled fellow right-hander Caleb Boushley from Triple-A St. Paul.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Darvish ups scoreless IP streak to 25 in 200th win
Yu Darvish dominated a slumping Braves offense and extended his career-high scoreless innings streak to 25 while earning his 200th professional win as the Padres hammered Atlanta 9-1 on Sunday night.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Ohtani delivers first walk-off hit as a Dodger
Shohei Ohtani delivered his second major league walk-off hit -- and first as a member of the Dodgers -- in the 10th inning that sent Los Angeles to a 3-2 victory over Cincinnati on Sunday.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Pillar, 'always ready,' posts 1,000th career hit
Los Angeles Angels veteran outfielder Kevin Pillar, 35, playing for his ninth big league franchise over 12 seasons of service time, recorded the 1,000th hit of his career on Sunday, securing a series-clinching 4-1 victory over the Texas Rangers.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Monday's MLB games
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set fantasy baseball lineups for Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Rangers' Garcia scratched with forearm soreness
Rangers slugger Adolis Garcia is getting an MRI on his right forearm and was scratched from the starting lineup Sunday vs. the Angels.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Twins RHP Jackson DFA'd after May struggles
Veteran Jay Jackson has been designated for assignment by the Twins as the club recalled fellow right-hander Caleb Boushley from Triple-A St. Paul.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

How Luis Arráez is following in Tony Gwynn's footsteps
The two-time batting champ has been compared to the late Hall of Famer. Now he's on Mr. Padre's former team.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Sunday's MLB games
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set fantasy baseball lineups for Sunday.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Mets' Diaz open to change in role amid struggles
Struggling star Edwin Díaz is open to a change in role -- even if it means losing his job as the closer -- in an effort to help the slumping Mets.

ESPN MLB
May 19, 2024

Gil sets Yanks' rookie record; Soto mashes 2 HRs
Luis Gil set a Yankees franchise record for a rookie with 14 strikeouts, and Juan Soto went deep twice for his first multihomer game of the year.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Mets closer Diaz open to demotion amid struggles
Struggling star closer Edwin Díaz is open to a change in role -- even a demotion -- in an effort to help the slumping Mets.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Buxton back from 14-game absence; Twins lose
Byron Buxton, activated from the 10-day injured list after missing 14 games due to knee inflammation, went 1-for-4 in the Twins' 11-4 loss Saturday.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

'Joy to watch': Cubs' Imanaga lowers ERA to 0.84
Chicago starter Shota Imanaga lowered his ERA to 0.84 on Saturday after throwing seven shutout innings in the Cubs' 1-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the lowest mark through a pitcher's first nine career games since ERA became official in 1913.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Luis Arráez is following in Tony Gwynn's footsteps
The two-time batting champ is on Mr. Padre's former team, having been compared to the late Hall of Famer.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Gil sets Yankees' rookie record with 14 K's
Luis Gil set a Yankees franchise record for a rookie with 14 strikeouts while Juan Soto went deep twice for his first multihomer game of the year.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Gil sets Yanks' rookie record, Soto mashes 2 HRs
Luis Gil set a Yankees franchise record for a rookie with 14 strikeouts, and Juan Soto went deep twice for his first multihomer game of the year.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Braves activate RHP Johnson (elbow) from IL
The Braves activated Pierce Johnson from the injured list and sent fellow right-hander Jackson Stephens to Triple-A Gwinnett.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Twins activate Buxton from IL after rehab stint
The Twins have activated Byron Buxton from the 10-day injured list after the outfielder missed 14 games due to knee inflammation.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Rays get RHP Lovelady from Cubs for LHP Belge
The Rays acquired reliever Richard Lovelady from the Cubs on Saturday in exchange for fellow left-handed pitcher Jeff Belge.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Orioles activate P Rodriguez to start vs. Mariners
The Orioles activated right-hander Grayson Rodriguez from the 15-day injured list to start Saturday's game against the visiting Mariners.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Heyward homers in Dodgers return; Muncy to IL
Jason Heyward hit a two-run homer after coming off the injured list earlier in the day, Max Muncy was placed on the IL and James Outman was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

ESPN MLB
May 18, 2024

Twins frustrated by plate ump, rare rule violation
- Following a one-run loss, Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli was having a hard time processing what had just happened to his ballclub.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Dodgers activate Heyward, place Muncy on IL
In a series of roster moves made by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, Jason Heyward was activated off the 10-day injured list, Max Muncy was placed on the IL and James Outman was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Giants' Lee needs shoulder surgery; season over
Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee will undergo season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, the team announced Friday.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Sources: Ex-Angel Fletcher used Mizuhara bookie
David Fletcher, a former Los Angeles Angels infielder currently with the Braves' Triple-A affiliate, and his friend, who also played in the minor leagues, bet with the bookie who took wagers from Shohei Ohtani's ex-interpreter, according to sources.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Recovering Guardian Kwan takes batting practice
Guardians leadoff hitter and left fielder Steven Kwan took batting practice on Friday for the first time since hurting his left hamstring and going on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Skenes strikes out first seven Cubs, 11 overall
Paul Skenes struck out the first seven Cubs hitters he faced Friday, setting a record for a Pirates pitcher.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Nats activate Gallo (shoulder) from 10-day IL
The Washington Nationals on Friday activated first baseman/designated hitter Joey Gallo from the 10-day injured list, after he missed the past 17 games with a sprained right shoulder.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Ohtani Day to be annual celebration in L.A.
The City of Los Angeles has declared May 17 Shohei Ohtani Day, with the city council passing a resolution to make this an annual observance for the duration of Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers career.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Follow live: Paul Skenes working on no-hitter in Chicago
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ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

Cubs' Hoerner still hampered by hamstring issue
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner is out of the starting lineup for the fourth consecutive day, increasing the possibility that he could need a stint on the injured list.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

MLB appoints 7x All-Star Cruz as special adviser
Seven-time MLB All-Star Nelson Cruz has been named special advisor for baseball operations and will serve as a liaison between the league and players in Latin American nations.

ESPN MLB
May 17, 2024

'This fan base is going to fall in love with him': How Luis Arráez is following in Tony Gwynn's footsteps
The two-time batting champ has long been compared to the late Hall of Famer. Now he's on Mr. Padre's former team.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Ohtani bobblehead day in L.A. stirs stadium traffic
The first Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway of the season caused cars to snake the roadways around Chavez Ravine and stadium parking lots to fill up two hours before the Dodgers hosted Cincinnati on Thursday.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Phillies' Walker exits after hit in foot by liner
Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker was hit in the left foot by a line drive off the bat of the Mets' Starling Marte and left Thursday's start in the fourth inning.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Dodgers pitcher Sheehan undergoes UCL surgery
Emmet Sheehan, who gives L.A. important starting pitching depth, had surgery Wednesday and won't pitch this season.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Ballpark figures: Yanks' Soto open to negotiations
Juan Soto is open to in-season contract negotiations with the Yankees. Said owner Hal Steinbrenner "I think we'd like to see him here for the rest of his career."

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Angels activate Rengifo, acquire RHP Contreras
The Los Angeles Angels reinstated infielder Luis Rengifo from the 10-day injured list on Thursday and acquired right-hander Roansy Contreras in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to multiple reports.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

A's Waldichuk has reconstructive elbow surgery
Oakland Athletics left-hander Ken Waldichuk had reconstructive surgery on his troublesome pitching elbow and will be sidelined all season, another tough injury blow for the pitcher this past year.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Suit: Bad Bunny's agency hit with 'death penalty'
Rimas Sports, the agency founded by recording artist Bad Bunny, is accusing the Major League Baseball Players Association of "placing a death penalty" on the agency, according to a federal lawsuit the company filed Thursday.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

Weekend preview: Skenes set for second start
Our fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

What we learned from MLB's new bat-tracking numbers
MLB's latest metric is here, measuring what hitters really do with the bat in their hands.

ESPN MLB
May 16, 2024

MLB Power Rankings: The AL and NL Central are rising -- which teams are in our top 10?
While some of the usual players dominate our list, five of our top teams this week are from two unexpected divisions.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Giants sign veteran catcher Casali to 1-year deal
The Giants signed veteran catcher Curt Casali to a one-year contract on Wednesday amid a growing number of injuries on their roster.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Rutschman walk-off saves O's no-sweeps streak
Adley Rutschman's walkoff two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth gave the Orioles a 3-2 win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday, capping Baltimore's 105th straight regular-season series without being swept.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Scherzer to 60-day IL, can't return until May 28
Max Scherzer, who has yet to pitch this season, was moved to the 60-day injured list by the Rangers, meaning the earliest he could join the team is May 28.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Scherzer to 60-day IL; can't return until May 28
Max Scherzer, who has yet to pitch this season, was moved to the 60-day injured list by the Rangers, meaning the earliest he could join the team is May 28.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Rutschman walkoff saves O's streak of no sweeps
Adley Rutschman's walkoff two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth gave the Orioles a 3-2 win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday, capping Baltimore's 105th straight regular-season series without being swept.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Ump struck by foul ball, pulled from Royals-M's
Umpire Jim Wolf was hit by a foul ball in the fifth inning of Wednesday's Royals-Mariners game and was pulled for precautionary reasons.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

MLB attorney: Loss of Comcast 'devastating'
Attorneys for MLB, the NBA and the NHL expressed strong concerns with Diamond Sports Group's ability to emerge from bankruptcy during a status conference on Wednesday.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Astros' Blanco gets 10-game ban for sticky glove
Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco was suspended 10 games and fined an undisclosed amount after he was ejected by umpires Tuesday for a foreign substance in his glove.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

M's Canzone returns after shoulder sprain injury
Mariners outfielder Dominic Canzone, who has been out since April 15 with an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder, was reinstated from the 10-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

White Sox trade for Astros' Julks, recall Fletcher
The White Sox acquired outfielder Corey Julks from the Astros in exchange for minor league right-hander Luis Rodriguez.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Reds lefty Lodolo (groin) placed on 15-day IL
The Cincinnati Reds placed left-hander Nick Lodolo on the 15-day injured list Wednesday with a left groin strain.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Pitchers who are defying projections
Real or not? Taking a look who is overperforming and who is underperforming projections.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

White Sox pick up OF Julks in trade with Astros
The White Sox acquired outfielder Corey Julks from the Astros in exchange for minor league right-hander Luis Rodriguez.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

'NBA teams have been tracking this kind of stuff for years': Why load management is MLB's next big thing
Front offices are measuring what players do on the field like never before. Here's how it could rock baseball.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Refreshed Ohtani's 446-ft. HR nearly makes splash
Shohei Ohtani really wanted a splash hit into San Francisco's McCovey Cove, and he came oh so close Tuesday night.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Astros RHP Blanco ejected after glove inspection
Astros starter Ronel Blanco was ejected at the start of the fourth inning against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night after a foreign substance check.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Astros' Blanco tossed; 'stickiest stuff' ump's felt
While Astros starter Ronel Blanco denied using an illegal substance, umpires said it was clear there was a sticky substance on his glove, which was confiscated and will be sent to the commissioner's office for examination.

ESPN MLB
May 15, 2024

Giants say Lee has structural damage in shoulder
Giants center fielder Jung Hoo Lee suffered structural damage in his dislocated left shoulder and will visit Dr. Neal ElAttrache on Thursday. Also, catcher Patrick Bailey was placed back on the seven-day concussion list.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Astros' Blanco ejected after glove inspection
Astros starter Ronel Blanco was ejected at the start of the fourth inning against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night after a foreign substance check.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

LeMahieu nears rehab stint; Cole throws BP again
Injured Yankees players DJ LeMahieu and Gerrit Cole are headed back to New York after spending time rehabbing at the team's complex in Tampa, Florida, with LeMahieu likely to start a rehab assignment later this week.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Brewers put Hoskins on IL with hamstring strain
The Brewers have placed Rhys Hoskins on the 10-day injured list with a strained right hamstring.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Pirates' Fleming DFA'd after 6-run relief outing
The Pirates designated left-handed reliever Josh Fleming for assignment one day after he allowed six runs in a game Pittsburgh went on to win 8-6.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Tigers reinstate Urshela after hamstring injury
Tigers third baseman Gio Urshela, who has been sidelined since April 19 with a strained right hamstring, returned from the injured list Tuesday.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

'I don't think I can take anymore': Thunder $100 parlay backer cashes out for $80,000
A bettor with a $1.7 million parlay cashed out for $80,000 after the Thunder's Game 4 win, saying, "Things got so crazy so fast."

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Mizuhara pleads not guilty in procedural step
Ippei Mizuhara pleaded not guilty Tuesday to bank and tax fraud, a formality ahead of a plea deal he has negotiated with federal prosecutors in a sports betting case.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Phillies' Harper (migraine) out Tuesday vs. Mets
Phillies star first baseman Bryce Harper was a late scratch ahead of Tuesday afternoon's game against the Mets due to a migraine.

ESPN MLB
May 14, 2024

Yankees' Clay Holmes (0.00 ERA!) has become MLB's best closer
A bullpen overhaul hasn't slowed the Yankees one bit. Why? It starts with their star closer.?

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Reds' Friedl breaks thumb on HBP, out 4-5 weeks
The Reds placed outfielder TJ Friedl on the 10-day injured list Monday with a fractured left thumb.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Mets' Senga: Need more time before rehab stint
Kodai Senga, who has yet to pitch this season for the Mets because of a right shoulder capsule strain, will continue working on his mechanics before beginning a rehab assignment.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Brewers 1B Hoskins leaves game with injury
Milwaukee's Rhys Hoskins left the Brewers' game against the Pirates after getting injured while running to first base on a second-inning single.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Brewers 1B Hoskins to have MRI on hamstring
Milwaukee's Rhys Hoskins is set to undergo imaging on his hamstring after injuring it while running to first on a single.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Brewers' Hoskins exits after injuring hamstring
Milwaukee's Rhys Hoskins is set to undergo imaging on his hamstring after injuring it while running to first on a single.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Giants put OF Lee (shoulder) on 10-day injured list
The San Francisco Giants placed outfielder Jung Hoo Lee, who hurt his shoulder in the first inning on Sunday when it hit the right-center field wall as he leaped to try to make a catch, on the 10-day injured list with a dislocated left shoulder on Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

A's RHP Paul Blackburn to 15-day IL with foot injury
A's right-hander Paul Blackburn has a stress reaction in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot and has been put on the 15-day injured list.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Rangers' 'cautious' Evan Carter to see back specialist
The Rangers' Evan Carter, who has been held out of recent games because of soreness in his back, is being "overly cautious" and is scheduled to see a specialist Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Reliever Alzolay (forearm) joins Cubs' crowded IL
Right-hander Adbert Alzolay, who opened the season as the Cubs' closer, was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

MLB inks deal with Roku to stream Sunday games
Major League Baseball announced on Monday that it has agreed to an exclusive, multiyear contract with the streaming company Roku, which will air one Sunday game from now until the middle of September.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Political rivals: N.Y. Senate honors ex-Sox Ortiz
Baseball Hall of Famer and former Red Sox star David Ortiz was honored by the New York state Senate on Monday for his prolific career and philanthropic work.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Peralta opts out of Cubs deal, becomes FA
Veteran outfielder David Peralta opted out of his minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs on Monday and became a free agent.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Orioles promote Stowers, option Kjerstad to AAA
In the midst of his power explosion since the start of spring training, the Orioles added outfielder Kyle Stowers, 26, who had brief appearances for Baltimore in each of the past two seasons, to the major league roster Monday, the team announced.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Passan: The five biggest takeaways from Statcast's swing-tracking data
MLB's latest metric is here, measuring what hitters really do with the bat in their hands. Here's what we've learned from the new numbers.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Waiver wire report: A lot to love in Minnesota
Who are the players you should be claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week?

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Passan: The five biggest takeaways from Statcast's swing tracking data
MLB's latest metric is here, measuring what hitters really do with the bat in their hands. Here's what we've learned from the new numbers.

ESPN MLB
May 13, 2024

Rangers' 'cautious' Carter to see back specialist
The Rangers' Evan Carter, who has been held out of recent games because of soreness in his back, is being "overly cautious" and is scheduled to see a specialist Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Braves' Riley exits early with left side tightness
Atlanta third baseman Austin Riley left the Braves' game Sunday night against the New York Mets because of tightness on his left side.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms
From the pastel Padres to the Space City Astros and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Guardians unveil City Connect uniforms, inspired by the Guardians of Traffic statues
The Cleveland Guardians design leans into the resiliency of Cleveland, while connecting the past with the present.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Mets' Nimmo out with soreness, eyes Mon. return
The Mets' Brandon Nimmo, who has a team-high 25 RBI, was held out of Sunday's game vs. Atlanta with soreness in his side. He hopes to return to the lineup Monday.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Giants' Lee exits with hurt shoulder; MRI on tap
Giants outfielder Michael Conforto was put on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. Jung Hoo Lee could be headed there, as well, as he left Sunday's game with a shoulder injury after attempting a catch against the wall vs. the Reds.

ESPN MLB
May 12, 2024

Ohtani (back) sits out as Dodgers stay cautious
Shohei Ohtani was not in Sunday's lineup against the Padres, as the Dodgers stuck to their plan to be cautious with the designated hitter after he left the previous game with back tightness.

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