Baseball News

Shohei Ohtani could have pursued a 15-year contract through age 44, agent Nez Balelo said Thursday, explaining the two-way superstar didn't want to risk a decline in his skills while under the big deal.

Reds right-hander Hunter Greene suffered a Grade 1 groin strain and will be placed on the injured list.

The Brewers have optioned righty Elvin Rodríguez to Triple-A Nashville and sent fellow pitcher Aaron Civale down to Nashville for a rehabilitation assignment.