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Mets' Holmes exits vs. A's due to tight hamstring
Clay Holmes left his start for the Mets against the Athletics with one out in the sixth inning on Friday night because of left hamstring tightness.[read more]
K.C. officials mull $600M in bonds to keep Royals
Kansas City, Missouri, would issue $600 million in bonds for a new stadium for Major League Baseball's Royals under a proposal officials there are pursuing.[read more]
⚾ Broken system: Is an international draft next?
As the search for the next Dominican baseball phenom intensifies, the tragic death of a teenager is the latest symptom of a failing system.[read more]
Astros place righty Javier, outfielder Meyers on IL
The Astros placed right-handed pitcher Cristian Javier (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list and outfielder Jake Meyers (oblique) on the 10-day IL on Friday.[read more]
Broncos owners acquire minority share of Rockies
The Rockies are bringing in Broncos owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner through a minority investment, with multiple reports saying they are purchasing about 40% of the team.[read more]
A's place Rooker on IL, ending 214-game streak
Brent Rooker was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Athletics on Friday because of an oblique strain, ending a streak of 214 consecutive games played.[read more]
Chourio (hand) still 'not quite ready' to swing bat
Jackson Chourio's broken hand is healing, but the Brewers say he is "not quite ready" to swing a bat.[read more]
Going batty: Ichiro statue breaks during unveiling
A statue has been unveiled of Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki at the Seattle Mariners' T-Mobile Park. There was just one problem at the ceremony Friday -- a broken bat.[read more]
Tigers OF Meadows has broken arm, concussion
Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has a broken bone in his left arm and a concussion after an outfield collision with teammate Riley Greene.[read more]
Pope hats for everyone: White Sox answer fan frenzy with full-stadium promo
After strong fan response, Chicago will distribute pope-themed hats to all attendees at its Aug. 11 game.[read more]