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Yankees eye Monday return for slugger Stanton
The Yankees are eyeing a Monday return for slugger Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn't played since straining his left hamstring while running the bases on June 22.[read more]
Freeman leaves Dodgers to be with ailing son
First baseman Freddie Freeman was granted leave by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday to be with his ailing 3-year-old son.[read more]
Mariners land RHP García, send prospects to Jays
The Mariners acquired reliever Yimi García from the Blue Jays in return for outfield prospect Jonatan Clase and minor-league catcher Jacob Sharp, the team announced Friday.[read more]
Mets' Senga wows, but hurt again in season debut
Mets ace Kodai Senga, making his long-awaited season debut Friday night, exited in the sixth inning with a left calf strain.[read more]
Back surgery for Yelich inevitable, manager says
Pat Murphy says it's inevitable that Christian Yelich will have surgery at some point on his ailing back, but the Brewers manager remains optimistic the All-Star outfielder can return this season.[read more]
Dodgers deal Paxton to Red Sox for minor leaguer
The Red Sox acquired left-hander James Paxton from the Dodgers for minor league infielder Moises Bolivar on Friday, attempting to fortify their rotation as they chase a playoff spot in a wide-open American League landscape.[read more]
Angels receive good news on Trout as MRI clean
An MRI on Mike Trout's left knee came back clean, and the Los Angeles Angels outfielder is dealing with scar tissue buildup and inflammation.[read more]
Orioles bolster rotation, acquire Eflin from Rays
The Baltimore Orioles acquired right-handed starter Zach Eflin from the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday.[read more]
Power Rankings: An AL team on the rise breaks into top 10
A number of baseball's best teams have struggled recently, making the deadline even more important.[read more]
Why baseball is not in 2024 Olympics -- and how MLB stars could play in 2028 return
The 2024 Paris Olympics are underway. What would it take to see MLB stars participating in the next edition in Los Angeles?[read more]