Baseball News
Passan: How Wander Franco became MLB's next can't-miss kid
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 15:25
The Rays phenom, who dropped out of school after the sixth grade to go pro, will soon be among MLB's new generation of superstars. And he just might be better than all of them.
Cubs extend road woes behind frustrated Darvish
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 08:41
The Cubs fell to the Rockies after starter Yu Darvish blew an early 4-0 lead, which has been a theme for him of late.
3 ejected after benches clear in Pirates-Braves
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 03:20
Pirates right-hander Joe Musgrove, manager Clint Hurdle and Braves third baseman Josh Donaldson were tossed after a benches-clearing confrontation in Atlanta.
MLB gives new look to All-Star Futures Game
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 23:12
The All-Star Futures Game is getting a makeover and, instead of the United States vs. the World format, will now pit American League prospects against ones from the National League.
Cardinals activate Molina (thumb) from IL
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 22:43
Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina has been activated from the 10-day injured list after being sidelined with a strained right thumb tendon. Rookie catcher Andrew Knizner was optioned to Triple-A Memphis.
David Ortiz 'Resting Comfortably' After 2nd Surgery in Boston
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2019 21:47
Ortiz's wife, Tiffany, said he was expected to remain at the hospital for several days while investigators in the Dominican Republic continued investigating the shooting.
Navy draft pick embraces double challenge: Duty first, Red Sox soon
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 21:31
Noah Song tells ESPN he plans to sign with Boston in the next week. He'll report to Single-A but will head shortly to flight school and, like NBA legend David Robinson before him, serve out his commitment to the armed fo...
Big-League Baseball's First Woman, on a Stage of Her Own
The New York Times - 11 Jun 2019 18:06
A new Off Broadway play aims to make sure Toni Stone, who played for the Indianapolis Clowns in 1953, is no longer a footnote to history.
Ortiz had 2nd surgery after getting to Boston
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 17:35
David Ortiz underwent a second surgery after arriving in Boston from the Dominican Republic on Monday night.
Braves' Keuchel pitches 7 scoreless in minors
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 04:01
Dallas Keuchel pitched seven scoreless innings in a minor league start with Class A Rome on Monday, striking out nine as he ramps up after signing with the Braves.
Hamstring tightness lands Pirates' Lyles on DL
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 00:17
The Pirates have placed right-hander Jordan Lyles on the 10-day injured list with tightness in his left hamstring.
Red Sox change start time for Bruins' Cup quest
ESPN - 11 Jun 2019 00:03
The Red Sox have changed the start time of their home game against the Rangers on Wednesday from 7:10 p.m. to 4:05 p.m. to accommodate the Bruins, who will be hosting Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final that night.