Baseball News
Angels' Anderson to have Tommy John surgery
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 20:37
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.
Royals land OF Cordero from Padres for LHP Hill
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 05:08
The Royals on Thursday acquired outfielder Franchy Cordero from the Padres for left-handed reliever Tim Hill, the teams announced.
One MLB prospect who could make a difference in 2020 for all 30 teams
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 14:21
From budding stars like Gavin Lux and Luis Robert to players in the right place at the right time, here's a rookie who could stand out for your squad.
Mets' deGrom (back) plans to pitch Opening Day
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 00:23
While Jacob deGrom said he felt good after some back tightness and plans to pitch on Opening Day, Mets manager Luis Rojas said it's day-to-day.
A-Rod's call for cap system draws union rebuke
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 00:03
Alex Rodriguez called for players to accept the type of revenue-sharing system that is tied to a salary cap, an opinion that sparked quick opposition from the union.
Jays waiting to hear if they can play in Toronto
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 23:49
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 prop...
Twins to keep using off-duty Minneapolis police
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 22:49
The Minnesota Twins will keep using off-duty Minneapolis police officers for security during the 2020 season.
Baseball Players Know They Shouldn't Spit. But Old Habits Die Hard.
The New York Times - 17 Jul 2020 21:31
M.L.B.'s protocols require it, but it's not easy to suddenly stop spitting, high-fiving and wiping your face in a sport where doing so can be second nature.
Five MLB players positive in this week's testing
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 20:51
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.
It's time to bring back the Cleveland Spiders (who really weren't that bad, you know)
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 14:12
If the Indians decide to change their name, they can right a historical wrong, tap into merchandising gold and be ultracool with one broad stroke.
Dodgers raising funds to fight racial injustice
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 04:22
Cody Bellinger and Clayton Kershaw, along with eight other Los Angeles Dodgers teammates, are speaking out about racial injustice in a video message and matching funds raised from special edition T-shirts.
Nats' Soto, Kendrick in camp after 2-week delay
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 02:41
Juan Soto and Howie Kendrick, who missed nearly two weeks of workouts for unspecified reasons, finally joined the Nats on Thursday for an intrasquad scrimmage.
Moncada rejoins White Sox from 10-day IL
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 01:55
Star third baseman Yoan Moncada has rejoined the Chicago White Sox after missing the start of summer camp.
Blue Jays await only Canada OK to play in Rogers
ESPN - 17 Jul 2020 00:05
Ontario and Toronto have cleared the Blue Jays to play games at the Rogers Centre amid the coronavirus pandemic. The team now awaits word from Canada's federal government.